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Synthetic Stone Veneer - How to Avoid Problems
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By Edward L. Fronapfel, M.S.C.E., P.E. and Brian D. Erickson Co-authors
Published on 08/1/2007



Edward L. Fronapfel, M.S.C.E., P.E.
Ed holds a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, and a Master of Science in Civil Engineering with an emphasis in structural engineering. He is a Certified Level 2 Infrared Thermographer, a Certified 3rd Party EIFS Inspector, and a Certified Forensic Claims Consultant (CFCC.) Ed's background includes geo-hydrology, hydrology, hydraulics, civil engineering, structural engineering and extensive work in construction forensics for building envelope sciences including asphalt work to the roof. Clients include construction companies, management companies, insurance companies, attorneys, homeowners, and homeowner associations. Ed's work has included deposition testimony, expert witness testimony, and mediations and arbitrations. He is a registered engineer in the States of Colorado, Florida, North Dakota, Wyoming, New Mexico, Texas, Nevada, Mississippi, and Nebraska. Ed's dedication to the community is demonstrated by being an active member of over 25 professional organizations. He is a published writer in "The Journal of RCI," "Building Integration Solutions," "The Forensic Engineering Task Force," "The Investigative Engineer," "The I-ENG-A Report," “Inframation, Proceedings Volumes 4, 5, 6, 7, 8,” “Colorado Claims Guide,” and "Building Integration Solutions."

Brian D. Erickson
Brian holds a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering and is currently a Master’s candidate in Civil Engineering at the University of Colorado. His knowledge in building science, thermal analysis, roofing and building envelope systems, and moisture control allow him to provide qualified recommendations on commercial and residential investigations. Building envelope experience include EIFS, stucco, brick, stone, hardboard, vinyl and cedar siding, storefronts, curtainwalls, sealants, ice damming, condensation, windows, ventilation, and plaza and residential decks. Roofing experience incorporates asphalt and wood shingles, metal, and clay or concrete tile roofing to commercial built-up, EPDM, and PVC. Brian is also involved with 3rd party consulting services, rehabilitation document preparation, and project management, in addition to publishing articles and speaking to the construction industry regarding building science and moisture control. Brian’s previous experience includes research and formulating the expert damages report for patent infringement cases.