Energy & Related Systems, Mechanical, Structural, Equipment Failures,
Geothermal, Marine Power Systems, OSHA, MOSHA, IAQ & HVAC
Expert
Matthew A. Carr
PE, PhD
Mechanical Engineer
Structural, Forensic, Construction Engineering, Cost & Scheduling
Services, Site Design Services, Structural Damage Evaluation
Expert
Anthony V. Colicchio Jr.
PE, CCE
Civil/Structural Engineer
Services & Capabilities
Rothfuss Engineering Company has been providing technical services & litigation support since
1978 for private industry, the U.S. Navy, U.S. Veterans Administration,
General Services Administration, insurance, public utility & legal
industries.
Fire & Explosion Investigation
Scene documentation, origin & cause investigation, CFEI, engineers &
investigators, CVFI & CFII
Gas & Water Pipeline Distribution System
Leak Testing, Equipment Testing, Gas Migration Evaluation, Gas Collection
& Evaluation, Meter & Regulator Inspection
Water Intrusion & Mold Inspection
Origin & cause of the water intrusion & mold growth analysis
Roof & Chimney Failure Inspection
Roof damage evaluation caused by weather related events, age, fraud claims,
etc
Machinery & Mechanical Accidents & Failures
Examination of failed machinery, gas & fluid distribution systems, utility
equipment & other mechanical systems
Construction & Structural Accidents & Failures
Weather damage, structural collapse, foundation failures, construction defects
& design error inspection
Electrical Failures
Residential & commercial electrical fire, circuit board & other electronics
failures, personal injury, code & standards evaluation
Sprinkler System Inspections
Evaluation of sprinkler system failures & determination of proper installment
Computational Analysis & 3D CAD Modeling
Computational fluid analysis. Finite element analysis. Fire & explosion
simulation. 3D CAD modeling. Full scale reconstruction
Accident Reconstruction
Documentation, evaluation, & investigation of incidents that involve
automotive, locomotive, & maritime vehicles
Personal Injury Claims
Documentation & examination of slip & fall claims, safety & OSHA
regulations, & fraudulent claims
Black Box Recovery
Speed, Airbag, Acceleration/Brake information, and other black box data retrieval.
Black box data evaluation and report along with accident reconstruction
O.E.M. Product Analysis
Short-term and Long-term cyclic testing, Overall Product evaluation and testing.
Durability and Functionality Testing. Quality Control and Re-Design Consultation
We have certifications in P.E. (Professional Engineer), CFEI (Certified Fire
& Explosion Investigator), CVFI (Certified Vehicle Fire Investigator),
CFII (Certified Fire Inspection Instructor), and much more.
2.
What are your rates?
Many factors are considered depending on the nature and the scope of your
case/project. REC provides fast and accurate quotes, free of charge.
Please contact us and let us know about your case and/or project.
3.
Do I need to have an open case/project with REC in order to utilize REC’s
evidence storage and inspection facility?
Certainly not. Even if REC is not actively involved in your case, we are
happy to provide a secure storage space for your evidence. Please contact
us for rates. We can also provide a controlled inspection space and chain
of custody record for your evidence as well.
4.
Does REC offer seminars and/or informative presentations?
Yes. REC has spoken in law/litigation conferences, technical industry
meetings and conventions, and even coordinated many private educational
seminars covering wide range of topics in forensics, engineering,
investigation, and others. Please feel free to contact us to inquire
how REC many service your presentation needs.
