Failure analysis expert examined a failed wood stair tread that was the cause of a fall and an injury. The failed tread is shown still mounted in the photo on the left. The re-assembled tread is shown in the photo on the uper right. This tread was screwed in place when the wood was green; […]
Glass Expert Discusses Construction Defect
Glass expert analyzed a failed shower enclosement wall made from tempered glass. The failure occured before the homeowner warranty had failed. The contractor refused to replace the glass panel. It was his opinion was that the homeowner had damaged the panel and was responsible. Glass failure analysis determined that the failure initiated under the frame. […]