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Expert in Metallurgy, Fastener Metallurgy, Failure Analysis, and Laboratory Consultation
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Expert is highly experienced in failure analysis, especially fastener related failure analysis. He is very knowledgeable in the variety characteristics and properties that comprise a complete fracture analysis of fasteners. It is his intention not only to identify why a part broke, but also to prevent its reoccurrence. He specializes in fasteners, which tend to be unique in their specific applications. Expert notes that a thorough examination of the broken part and its mating components, the specification requirements, and process parameters are all involved in determining root cause and developing a strategy for prevention. He has developed training modules to teach the basics of fracture analysis and hydrogen embrittlement.
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Expert is actively involved in several consensus standards writing organizations. The committees include: ASTM F16, Committee on Fasteners; ASTM F07, Aerospace and Aircraft; ASTM B08, Metallic and Inorganic Coatings; ASTM E28, Mechanical Testing; ASME B18 Fastener Committee (includes the ISO Technical Advisory Group for the U.S.); SAE Fastener Committee; and the Industrial Fasteners Institute technical committees. He has also been a member of ASM International since 1977. In addition, he has developed training modules to explain the importance of standards and the requirements of the U.S. Fastener Quality Act.
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Expert is recognized for his comprehension of the ferrous heat treatment processes. He has written detailed procurement specifications for a world-class continuous mesh belt heat treatment processing line. He then helped his client review the bids from several furnace manufacturers around the world in order to make an informed decision on the purchase. His experience in the mechanical testing of heat-treated fasteners as well as the evaluation of microstructures is extensive. In addition, Expert has developed training modules that effectively teach the basic concepts of heat treatment and fastener testing.
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Expert is a specialist in ferrous metallurgy. He is experienced in raw material quality assurance and selection for fasteners. He has written raw material quality standards for global manufacturers, and as a part of consensus standards writing organizations. Most of his experience is with carbon and low alloy steels and various types of stainless steel, especially those used for manufacturing mechanical fasteners and other related components. He understands the properties that are necessary to enhance cold formability. In addition, he has developed training modules to teach the basics to those whose jobs would be enhanced by a greater appreciation of the metallurgical aspects of fastener manufacturing and quality.
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From his start as a fastener laboratory technician, to over 25 years of supervisory experience, Expert understands what it takes to design, plan, staff, and manage a laboratory. He accomplished preparing for and achieving accreditation for the corporate lab he managed, and, at the same time, he helped over a dozen other manufacturing facility labs prepare for their lab accreditation. He is able to assist in the writing of manuals, procedures, test methods, and other documentation requirements to help a laboratory prepare for accreditation, including that which is required for lab safety and chemical hygiene. In addition, he has developed training modules to assist in lab management, safety, and chemical hygiene.
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Expert is especially interested in helping the fastener industry prevent hydrogen embrittlement. He has been involved in the development and writing of two ASTM standards that make significant strides in accomplishing this. ASTM F1624 and F1940 define a test method and a way to incorporate that test method into a standard that provides fastener manufacturers and those who plate high strength fasteners with a process control verification tool that can prevent internal hydrogen embrittlement. In addition, he has prepared training modules to explain the concepts involved in hydrogen embrittlement avoidance and fastener coatings.
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Show Secondary and Basic Areas of Expertise | Localities:
Expert may consult nationally and internationally, and is also local to the following cities: Chicago, Illinois;
Rockford, Illinois;
Aurora, Illinois;
Naperville, Illinois;
Joliet, Illinois;
Elgin, Illinois;
Milwaukee, Wisconsin;
Madison, Wisconsin;
Gary, Indiana;
and Davenport, Iowa.
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Honors |
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1980
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A.A.S.
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Quality Assurance Technology
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Rock Valley College
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High Honors
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1978
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A.A.S.
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Industrial Engineering Technology
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Rock Valley College
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High Honors
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2007 to
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(Undisclosed)
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Metallurgical Engineer and Lab Manager
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Expert specializes in metallurgical evaluation, failure analysis and investigation, and mechanical testing. He has designed several training modules designed to impart interrelated technical information in a practical manner.
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2002 to 2003
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Camcar Textron
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Corporate Quality Assurance
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Manager of Global Best Practices for Coatings and Laboratories
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Expert developed and implemented global best practices for a large fastener manufacturer in the areas of coatings and laboratories.
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1983 to 2002
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Camcar Textron
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Corporate Quality Assurance
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Manager, Corporate Metallurgical Service
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He managed an accredited corporate metallurgical laboratory performing failure analysis (SEM & EDX), chemical and image analysis, raw material analysis, heat treatment inspection, microstructural evaluation, and report writing. He provided oversight, training, and technical backup for several global laboratories throughout the company. He was also involved in problem resolution with both customers and suppliers.
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1980 to 1983
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Camcar Textron
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Corporate Quality Assurance
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Metallurgical Specialist
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Expert performed testing, fracture analysis, raw material examinations, and other metallurgical evaluations as well as report writing for the corporate group, manufacturing divisions, suppliers, and customers.
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1978 to 1980
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Camcar Textron
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SEMS Division
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Metallurgical Laboratory Supervisor
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He supervised the division's metallurgical lab performing mechanical testing and microstructural evaluations at a manufacturing division.
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1976 to 1978
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National Lock Company
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Fastener Division
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Assistant Chief Metallurgist
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Expert supervised the metallurgical lab performing mechanical testing and microstructural evaluations at a manufacturing division.
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1972 to 1976
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National Lock Company
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Fastener Division
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Various
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He held various positions including inventory control and production control.
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1971 to 1972
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U.S. Army
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Infantry
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Enlisted - E4
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Expert was in the Infantry in VietNam; he left with an honorable discharge.
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Associations/Societies
He is a member of ASTM and ASM International. He is an active participant with the ASTM, ASME, SAE, and IFI fastener committees.
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1989 to 1996
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NIST
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Fastener Industry Representative
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He successfully sought beneficial amendments to the Fastener Quality Act (P.L. 101-592 as amended)
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| Selected Consulting Examples: |
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Expert gave multiple training sessions via the Internet with a fastener manufacturer in Singapore on the subjects of metallurgy, heat treatment, hydrogen embrittlement, and the U.S. Fastener Quality Act.
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A Chinese fastener manufacturing operation contracted with Expert for the written specifications for a new state-of-the-art heat-treating line, help with a technical review of the bids, and final selection recommendations of a contractor for building the line.
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A fastener manufacturer contracted with Expert to resolve a problem related to meeting the customer's grain size requirements. The project was successfully completed with a report detailing recommended processing requirements.
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He performed fracture analysis of broken fasteners to determine that the parts did not break as a result of internal hydrogen embrittlement, but external hydrogen embrittlement due to the environment and assembly procedures.
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Expert designed and set up a refurbished metallurgical laboratory for a fastener manufacturing operation. He developed a manual and procedures to prepare the lab for the accreditation process.
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Recent Client Requests:
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Expert for consulting on Threaded fastener failure analysis.
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Expert in carburization for consulting on effect of thin coating of (.002.5 in) on a 13-8 SS bolt.
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Expert in Bolt Failure Analysis.
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Expert Witness Experience Summary:
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Expert was deposed in a product liability suit as a subsupplier representative for a motor vehicle manufacturer. His testimony resulted in his company being dropped from the suit.
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Recent Litigation Client Requests:
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Expert in fasteners for consulting on inspection of type "B" defective threads.
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Theus metallurgy expert chicago for consulting on Identify source/manufacturer of piece of steel plate.
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2002 to 2002
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Brazil
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Expert made two separate visits during 2002 (dates shown above are approximate) to four different manufacturing operations throughout the country to perform laboratory assessments, metallurgical training, and U.S. Fastener Quality Act training.
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1995 to 2001
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Canada
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He made several separate visits (dates shown above are approximate) to two different plants in Ontario to perform laboratory assessments, metallurgical training, and U.S. Fastener Quality Act training.
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2006 to 2006
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Mexico
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He was sent by a U.S. manufacturer to its Mexican facilities to successfully resolve a fastener issue.
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He was retained by Quasar International, Inc. to introduce the fastener industry to Quasar's resonant inspection sorting technology. This technology is a non-destructive technique for 100% sorting each lot for a variety of nonconformities including cracks, mixed material, porosity, and heat treat anomalies.
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Training/Seminars
He has given training and/or seminars on mechanical fasteners; fastener materials; basic metallurgy; heat treatment; fracture analysis; fastener testing; hydrogen embrittlement; fastener laboratories; laboratory safety; laboratory chemical hygiene; fastener coatings; and the U.S. Fastener Quality Act.
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Supplier and Vendor Location and Selection Expert has actively participated in the decision-making process to evaluate and recommend raw material suppliers, heat treaters, platers and furnace manufacturers for the fastener industry.
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Other Skills and Services
Expert actively participates in standards writing organizations including ASTM, ASME, ISO, IFI, and SAE.
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