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Dale J. Cagwin, P.E., C.F.E.I.
Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Expert

Dale’s knowledge in fire protection engineering, HVAC, plumbing, gas, water, sewage and industrial systems is difficult to match. As a Mechanical Engineer, Dale designed and managed construction for HVAC, plumbing, fire protection and process systems in a variety of commercial, industrial and municipal buildings.

He’s well versed in all manners of fire suppression and alarm systems, heating and cooling systems/equipment, building energy analysis, natural and propane gas systems, air quality and ventilation in buildings, and municipal/industrial systems such as water and wastewater treatment.

Dale is licensed as a Professional Engineer in ten states and the District of Columbia, he’s also a Certified Fire Protection Specialist. He’s a member of the American Society of Heating, Refrigeration, and Air-Conditioning engineers as well as the National Fire Protection Association.

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  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • CSST - Experts Investigate Fire in Upscale Home
    • CSST - Experts Investigate Fire in Upscale Home

      A fire broke out in a recently constructed upscale home during a heavy thunderstorm. Robson Forensic fire investigators were retained to investigate the fire and determine the origin and cause. Our investigator concluded that the origin of the fire was under the first floor where a hole was discovered in the flexible gas tubing. He determined that the hole had been created by a lightning strike. Based on these findings, additional Robson experts were engaged to determine if the work performed by the electrical contractor during the home’s construction was a cause of the hole in the gas tubing.

      View Full Case HERE

  • Architectural & HVAC Professional Liability - Expert Investigates Cause of Mold
    • Architectural & HVAC Professional Liability - Expert Investigates Cause of Mold

      A couple hired a construction contractor and his newly-licensed architect son to design and build a high-end modern house. The design included large expanses of glass wall panels. The massive heating system (four air handlers and a boiler) was provided as a design/build effort by an HVAC subcontractor. Even so, during a relatively mild heating season the owners were unable to maintain comfort near the windows. In fact, so much water ran off the inside of the glass that it saturated adjacent surfaces and caused mold.

      View Full Case HERE

  • Indoor Swimming Pool Air Quality - Expert Article
    • Indoor Swimming Pool Air Quality - Expert Article

      Natatoriums, Pool Water Chemistry, Health Effects of pool Off-Gassing, Pool Operations Solutions, Chemical Solutions, Indoor Air Quality, and HVAC System Solutions

      View Full Article HERE

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503 South Front Street
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Columbus, OH 43215
dcagwin@robsonforensic.com
800.654.4344 phone
614.221.4470 fax
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