I was asked to investigate surface defects on painted timber MDF boards. A combination of metallography and microscopy techniques helped me see through to the core of the issue.

For this Case Study, I examine a section of steel pipework which was used within a steam boiler system, and had developed a leak.

An office worker sustained personal injuries when her office chair collapsed as she attempted to sit down, injuring her wrist in the process. I was instructed to examine the chair, and determine the cause of failure.

For this case, I was asked to examine and analyse an article of clothing worn by a swimmer, which may be exposed to a high concentration of swimming pool cleaning products.

One of the first cases I was ever involved with was regarding high-quality timber doors that had been installed in a premier shopping mall. Shortly after installation, the paint on the doors began to peel, and the joinery who had performed the installation was forced to replace the doors at their own cost.