Tom began working with WMC in 2016. He has more than 40 years of experience as a welding engineer and metallurgical engineer in the petroleum industry. This includes experience in both refining and oil-field applications, offshore platforms, and pipelines. This includes broad and detailed knowledge of welding processes and problems, welding codes and standards, steel specifications, and failure analysis. Tom has testified in court and in international arbitrations.

Qualifications

• BS Metallurgy – University of California, Berkeley
• MS Welding Engineering – Ohio State University

Expertise

Welding Engineering including welding procedures, failure analysis, developing specifications, codes and standards

Industries

• Refining
• Gas Plants
• Offshore platforms
• Transportation pipelines

Example Engagements

Power Plant Piping Fabrication Quality Dispute –
Testified in arbitration in Finland regarding power plant piping weld quality including issues regarding inspection and repair.

Refinery Turnaround piping weld quality –
Testified in court regarding replacement piping fabrication weld quality, including weld tracking issue.

Refinery Construction Dispute –
Assisted in report preparation regarding a refinery construction contract dispute. Specific technical input regarding issue of incorrect weld metal composition.