AEI Corporation (Advanced Engineering Investigations) announces, and would like to congratulate, Charles B. (Charlie) Sullivan for being appointed to the National Fire Protection Association’s Committees 17 and 17A (Standards for Dry and Wet Chemical Extinguishing Systems). Mr. Sullivan is an expert in the layout/design, installation, inspection, testing, maintenance, repair, and operation of fire suppression systems and their components, and often addresses industry standard of care issues.
Mr. Sullivan is also knowledgeable about fire alarm systems, plumbing systems, backflow prevention devices, and fire extinguishers. He worked in the fire protection industry for 22 years and has spent the last 11 years working in the forensic side of the industry evaluating various issues with fire suppression systems, fire alarm systems, plumbing systems, backflow prevention devices, and fire extinguishers. His responsibilities have ranged from installing fire sprinkler systems to managing groups of field service and installation suppression and alarm technicians. His 30 years of troubleshooting gives him unique expertise in failure analysis of fire suppression, fire alarm, and plumbing systems, as well as the related equipment.
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AEI Senior Investigator, Jeffrey A. Berino, BS, AAS, INVF, CCFI, CFEI, is honored to be presenting in November of 2020 to the National CPCU Society on the topic of Wildfire Investigation Techniques.
Mr. Berino has been involved in hundreds of fire and explosion investigations involving subrogation issues, expert testimony, code analysis, technical research, wildfire origin and cause, and evidence collection. He is well known for his many years of experience in wildfire investigations in the US, Canada, and Mexico for government agencies and utility companies. He also has expertise in fire scene incident management.
To view a recorded version of the presentation, click here.
AEI Corporation (Advanced Engineering Investigations) is pleased to announce that Consultant, Charles R. Brown III, has been appointed to both the National Fuel Gas Code (NFPA 54), and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (NFPA 58) Technical Committees. Appointment to these committees is based on an applicant’s qualifications and experience relative to the subject matter for the development process in which codes and standards will be created and revised.
Topics covered in NFPA 54 and 58 include, but are not limited to, the safe installation of gas-burning equipment in buildings and homes, and safety requirements for propane commercial and residential installations. Mr. Brown’s experience in the design, installation, testing, maintenance, repair, and operation of residential, commercial, and industrial propane systems and their components, as well as the repair of natural gas distributions centers, provides him with the background to contribute to the development of these codes and standards.
AEI Corporation congratulates Mr. Brown on this distinguished accomplishment. We know that with his 20 plus years of experience in the propane industry, and over 11 years in the natural gas industry, he will bring valuable insight to his tenure.
AEI Corporation (Advanced Engineering Investigations) once again proudly recognizes Summit Fire & EMS Chief and AEI Senior Fire Investigator, Jeff Berino. Jeff recently received the Frisco’s Finest Award for his substantial contributions to the town and greater Summit County community. Jeff has served as an emergency responder for 40 years and is, in general, just a tremendously awesome human being. Please join us in congratulating and thanking him.
Matt Strader, CFEI and Fire Investigator with AEI Corporation, will be the featured presenter for the September 2020, Colorado Chapter of Property Casualty Underwriters meeting. Matt’s presentation is titled, “Fire Scene Documentation with 2020 Vision.”
The presentation will touch on the ways in which modern technology has been integrated into fire scene documentation and investigations via technology like drones and 3D scanners. Additionally, ways in which the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) 921: Guide For Fire & Explosion Investigations is being modified to respond to these advances in technology will be discussed.
We are pleased to announce that Matthew G. Strader has joined the AEI Corporation team as our newest Fire Investigtor. Matthew interned with AEI Corporation in the summer of 2019, and graduated from Eastern Kentucky University with his BS in Fire, Arson and Explosion Investigation in December of 2019.
Mr. Strader is proficient in the use of NFPA 921 and 1033 and has hands-on experience working on dozens of fire investigations. Additionally, he has completed extensive research with professors at Eastern Kentucky University related to the application of fire investigation science and methodology.Mr. Strader is a member of the National Fire Protection Association, the National Association of Fire Investigators, and the International Association of Arson Investigators.
Learn more about Matt and AEI Corporation at www.AEIengineers.com.
Contact – matt@AEIengineers.com, Office (303) 756-2900, Direct (303) 339-3229,
Mobile (720) 402-0026, Headquarters: 8197 West Brandon Drive, Littleton, CO 80125
AEI Corporation is pleased to announce Mr. Brian N. Stranjord has joined our team. Mr. Strandjord is a licensed mechanical and electrical professional engineer with an extensive and diverse background. His experience ranges from the thermal analysis of individual electronic components and assemblies to the design, implementation, and operation of automation systems for control of HVAC, mechanical, and lighting systems in large facilities. Mr. Strandjord’s background also includes extensive hands-on fabrication and welding experience including the production of commercial and military aircraft components. Mr. Strandjord has investigated incidents involving fires and explosions as well as other mechanical and electrical failures.
AEI Corporation is so proud and honored to work with this amazing man! Jeff Berino, Summit Fire and EMS Chief (https://lnkd.in/eipR_Wy), was recently named the Colorado Fire Chief of the Year by the Colorado State Fire Chiefs. Congratulations, Jeff. Thank you for all of your dedication and hard work.
Congratulations to Scott Raszeja, MS, PE, intPE, CFEI, CID and Angel Darmer for a great presentation at the DRI Product Liability Conference on February 7, 2020. Scott with AEI Corporation (Advanced Engineering Investigations) and Angel with Carr Allison presented on the topic of printed circuit board failures. Their presentation covered the proper investigation of purported losses and the retention and collection of important, relative data needed to develop a strong defense. Nicely done!
Zachary J. Jason and John L. Schumacher will be presenting on February 7th and 8th, respectively, during the 2019 DRI Product Liability Conference being held in Austin, TX. If you haven’t signed up for this excellent conference yet, there is still time! This conference covers all aspects of defending the product manufacturer, from voir dire to closing arguments, with legal writing and depositions in between.
DRI is an organization whose members are made up of defense attorneys and in-house counsel. DRI provides access to resources and tools to help their members provide excellent service to their clients.
John L. Schumacher, Vice President, MChE, PE, CFI, CFPS, will be presenting as part of the Fire Science and Litigation Session. Mr. Schumacher’s presentation is titled, “Boy, That Escalated Quickly! A Fast-Spreading Fire in an Apartment Building.”
Zach J. Jason, Principal, PE, CFI, CFEI, will be presenting as part of the Young Lawyers Breakout session. Mr. Jason’s presentation will discuss strategies for getting the most out of your expert witnesses, from investigation through trial.
