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Expert Engineering Consultants for Lifting Equipment Safety
Eckstine & Associates, Inc. has established itself as a leader in engineering consulting and safety expertise for heavy equipment lifting industries. With over four decades of combined experience, our team provides forensic analysis, litigation support, and safety training for cranes, forklifts, aerial lifts, and excavators. Our consultants hold leadership roles in international standards committees, ensuring our clients receive cutting-edge insights into product safety and compliance.We serve equipment manufacturers, insurance companies, legal professionals, and governmental agencies with tailored solutions that prioritize operational safety and technical excellence. Our services include accident investigation, equipment testing, expert witness testimony, and customized training programs designed to mitigate risks across construction and industrial sectors.
Services
Crane Expertise
Forklift Expertise
Safety Training
Litigation Support
Accident Reconstruction
Standards Compliance
Expert Witness Services
Equipment Testing
Operator Training
Safety Consulting
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of combined experience in lifting equipment safety and engineering.
- Our team holds leadership roles in international standards committees.
- We provide comprehensive litigation support with expert witness testimony.
- Our safety training programs meet OSHA and ANSI compliance requirements.
- We maintain a testing facility for equipment analysis and accident reconstruction.
Associations and certifications
- ANSI
- ISO
- SAE
- NCCCO
Services
Crane Expertise
Our crane experts provide forensic analysis, safety evaluations, and litigation support for all crane types. We conduct equipment inspections, accident investigations, and compliance audits according to OSHA and ANSI standards. Our consultants have decades of experience in crane design, operation, and safety protocols.
Safety Training
We deliver comprehensive safety training programs for crane operators, supervisors, and maintenance personnel. Our curriculum covers OSHA compliance, equipment operation, hazard recognition, and safe work practices. Training includes both classroom instruction and hands-on equipment evaluation.
Litigation Support
Our litigation support services include expert witness testimony, accident reconstruction, and evidence analysis. We provide technical reports, courtroom exhibits, and professional testimony for legal cases involving equipment failures and workplace accidents. Our experts have extensive courtroom experience.
Equipment Testing
We conduct equipment testing and performance evaluations at our dedicated facility. Services include load testing, failure analysis, and compliance verification. Our engineers use advanced diagnostic tools to assess equipment condition and operational safety parameters.
Standards Compliance
We help clients achieve compliance with ANSI, ISO, and OSHA safety standards. Our consultants participate in standards development committees and provide guidance on equipment design, operator certification, and safety program implementation.
People
Dennis W. Eckstine
President
With 25+ years in equipment safety, Dennis leads product safety initiatives and litigation support. He chairs ISO committees and holds BSME and MBA degrees. Former VP at Grove Worldwide, he specializes in crane safety standards.
Matthew B. Eckstine
Product Safety Manager
Matthew provides product safety expertise with 10+ years in compliance and quality assurance. He holds a MS in Safety Sciences and contributes to ANSI and ISO standards development for lifting equipment safety.
Questions
What industries do Eckstine & Associates serve?
We serve construction, manufacturing, insurance, legal, and government sectors requiring lifting equipment expertise.
Do you provide nationwide services?
Yes, we offer litigation support, equipment testing, and training services across the United States.
What certifications do your experts hold?
Our consultants hold leadership roles in ANSI, ISO, SAE, and NCCCO standards committees.
Can you assist with OSHA compliance training?
Yes, we provide safety training programs meeting OSHA and ANSI regulatory requirements.
Do you have equipment testing facilities?
Yes, we maintain a dedicated testing facility for equipment analysis and accident reconstruction.
What litigation support services do you offer?
We provide expert witness testimony, accident investigation, evidence analysis, and courtroom exhibits.
