    VEHICULAR DIVISION
   
This division of IPEC concentrates on accident evaluation and the
safety features, manufacturing standards, repair, maintenance and repair shop practices of
both on-the-road and off-the-road vehicles. Our construction division participates when
appropriate in cases involving bridge & highway design, lighting levels, construction
equipment and external conditions.
ACCIDENTS INVOLVING
 |
| Automobiles |
Trucks |
Recreational Vehicles (RV's) |
| Heavy Equipment |
Fork Lifts |
Construction Equipment |
| Off-Road Vehicles |
Motorcycles |
Bicycles |
| Motor Homes |
Golf Carts |
Semi-Tractors / Trailers |
VEHICLE SYSTEMS
|
| Air Bags & Seat Belts |
Wheels & Tires |
Brake & Steering Systems |
| Frames & Suspensions |
Engines |
Fuel & Exhaust Systems |
| Electrical systems |
Controls |
Hydraulic Systems |
| Pneumatic Systems |
|
|
EXPERTISE
|
| Vehicle Accidents & Failures |
Repair Shop Practices |
| Vehicle Design Defects |
Sudden Acceleration |
| Manufacturing Standards |
Maintenance Procedures |
| Safety Standards |
Crash Testing |
| Rollovers |
|
EXTERNAL CONDITIONS
|
| Lighting Levels |
Railroad Safety |
Road Surface & Design |
| Bridge Safety |
Warning Systems |
Obstructions & Work Areas |
| Noise Levels |
Vibration |
|
CREDENTIALS
|
| Licensed Professional Engineers who also hold federal
and industrial mechanic ratings. Society of Automotive Engineers -- Standards Committee.
American Society of Mechanical Engineers. International Association of Machinists &
Aerospace Workers - Journeyman. Support staff includes Mechanical, Civil, Municipal &
Electrical Engineers. |
|
