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EPS

Our Services

Exceptional services delivering profitable results.

technology assessment

Technology Assessment

Engineering Innovation. Forensic Analysis. Valuation Precision.

Stay ahead in a rapidly evolving market with our comprehensive technology assessment services. We evaluate both emerging and established technologies, helping you make informed decisions, optimize performance, and mitigate risks.

Our Technology Assessment Services Include:

Renewable & Conventional Energy Evaluations:

Intellectual Property & Technology Development:

  • Solar, Wind, Biomass, Biofuels, Geothermal
  • Oil & Gas, Power Generation, Steam Systems
  • Petrochemicals, Refining, Gasification
  • Feasibility Studies & Performance Benchmarking: Technical and economic viability assessments, technology efficiency comparisons.
  • Environmental Impact & Risk Assessment: Evaluating sustainability, compliance, and identifying operational and market risks.
  • Patent analysis and infringement assessment
  • Trade secret protection and consulting
  • Licensing and royalty valuation
  • Technology commercialization strategies
financial appraisals and economic analysis

Financial Appraisals and Economic Analysis

Unveiling Insights. Delivering Results.

Our experts provide precise financial appraisals and valuation services essential for business planning, regulatory compliance, and litigation support. We combine technical proficiency with financial expertise to deliver valuations that reflect the true value of your assets.

Our Financial Appraisal and Valuation Services Include:

Asset Valuation & Economic Damage Quantification:

Licensing & Royalty Valuation:

Financial Reporting & Compliance:

Litigation Support Services:

  • Tangible and intangible asset valuation
  • Economic damage assessment
  • Business interruption analysis
  • Depreciation and obsolescence evaluation
  • Intellectual property appraisals
  • Royalty rate determination
  • Licensing agreement structuring
  • Market potential analysis
  • Fair value measurements
  • Purchase price allocations
  • USPAP-compliant valuations
  • Tax assessment support
  • Expert witness testimony
  • Lost profit calculations
  • Infringement damage analysis
  • Discovery assistance
forensic investigations

Forensic Investigations

Unveiling the Truth Behind Complex Incidents

We specialize in conducting thorough forensic investigations to uncover the root causes of industrial accidents, equipment failures, fires, explosions, and product contaminations. Our multidisciplinary team of experts employs state-of-the-art methodologies and technologies to provide comprehensive analyses that stand up to the highest levels of scrutiny.

Our Forensic Investigations Services Include:

Industrial Accidents & Equipment Failure Analysis:

Fire & Explosion Investigations:

Product Contamination Investigations:

Environmental & Chemical Release Investigations:

  • Root cause analysis and FMEA
  • Compliance assessment (OSHA, ASTM, NIST, NFPA)
  • Process safety management assessments
  • Data forensics and event reconstruction
  • Origin and cause determination by certified CFEI experts
  • Combustion analysis and blast wave modeling
  • Regulatory compliance verification
  • Chemical analysis and testing at trace levels
  • Supply chain assessments
  • FDA and EPA regulatory guidance
  • Recall consultation
  • Environmental impact assessments
  • Community impact studies
  • Remediation strategy development
  • Regulatory compliance evaluation
litigation support and expert witness

Litigation Support

Expert Solutions for Complex Challenges

We offer comprehensive litigation support services, combining our deep technical expertise with strategic insights to strengthen your legal position. Our team provides expert testimony, detailed analysis, and robust support for legal disputes across various industries.

Our Litigation Support Services Include:

Expert Witness Testimony:

Technical Analysis & Reporting:

Economic Damages Assessment:

Forensic Investigations:

  • Clear, credible, and persuasive testimony in courtrooms, arbitration hearings, and depositions
  • Complex technical concept simplification
  • Cross-examination preparedness
  • Case strategy consultation
  • Technical document review
  • Discovery assistance
  • Rebuttal reports
  • Lost profits analysis
  • Business interruption valuation
  • IP infringement damages
  • Regulatory compliance costs
  • Root cause analysis
  • Failure mode and effects analysis
  • Accident reconstruction
  • Product liability investigations
engineering intellectual property

Intellectual Property Consulting

Technical Excellence Across Engineering, Forensics, and Valuation

We provide technical and valuation expertise to support your intellectual property strategies. Our multidisciplinary team combines engineering knowledge with industry experience to deliver comprehensive technical consulting for IP matters. While we do not provide legal advice, we work closely with your legal team to provide the technical foundation they need.

Our Intellectual Property Consulting Services Include:

Technical Analysis & Assessment:

Technical Support for IP Disputes:

Valuation & Technical Commercialization:

  • Technology and claim analysis from an engineering perspective
  • Technical evaluation for potential infringement
  • Prior art review and technical analysis
  • Trade secret technical documentation support
  • Expert witness testimony on technical matters
  • Technical analysis for litigation
  • Engineering evaluation and assessment
  • Technical damage quantification
  • Technical asset valuation (patents, trade secrets)
  • Technical assessment for licensing
  • Engineering-based royalty analysis
  • Technical market analysis and feasibility studies
  • Technology partnership evaluation
energy transition services

Energy Transition and Investment Analysis

Driving Innovation. Enhancing Efficiency.

We provide expert guidance across renewable and conventional energy sectors to optimize operations, improve performance, and achieve strategic objectives. Our services cover a wide range of energy technologies and process improvements.

Our Energy and Investment Services Include:

Renewable & Conventional Energy Consulting:

Process Optimization & Performance Enhancement:

Engineering, Procurement, & Construction Management (EPCM):

Environmental & Regulatory Compliance:

  • Solar, wind, biomass, and energy storage systems
  • Oil & gas, power generation, and petrochemicals
  • Decarbonization strategies
  • Hydrogen and fuel cell technologies
  • Specialized biomass and biofuels expertise
  • Energy storage and grid management solutions
  • Process design and simulation
  • Equipment selection and specification
  • Operational excellence strategies
  • Maintenance and reliability engineering
  • Project development and planning
  • Risk management and mitigation
  • Construction supervision
  • Commissioning and start-up support
  • Emission control technologies
  • Sustainability assessments
  • Regulatory guidance
  • Environmental impact studies
project management, costs and construction

Construction, Project Management, and Cost Engineering

Project Excellence. Cost Optimization. Strategic Solutions.

Our team delivers detailed cost analyses, financial forecasting, and project evaluation to optimize resource allocation and enhance profitability. We help you navigate the complexities of project development, budgeting, and execution.

Our Construction, Project Management and Cost Engineering Services Include:

Cost Estimating & Financial Forecasting:

Project Budgeting & Evaluation:

Construction Management:

Training & Instruction:

  • Capital and operating cost estimates
  • Life-cycle costing and ROI analysis
  • Cash flow projections
  • Risk analysis and contingency planning
  • Resource allocation planning
  • Cost control strategies
  • Performance monitoring and KPIs
  • Feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis
  • Project planning and development
  • Scheduling and resource management
  • Contract administration
  • Quality control and safety oversight
  • Specialized training programs in cost estimating
  • Project management best practices
  • Financial analysis workshops
  • Courses developed by Dr. John A. Williams
energy trading and regulatory analysis

Energy Trading and Regulatory Analysis

Leveraging Expertise in Energy Markets and Regulatory Frameworks

We provide specialized services in energy trading and regulatory analysis to help clients navigate complex energy markets and understand regulatory impacts. Our team has extensive experience in analyzing FERC filings and market data to inform strategic decision-making.

Our Energy Trading and Regulatory Analysis Services Include:

Energy Market Analysis:

Regulatory Analysis:

Strategic Advisory:

  • Market trends and price dynamics analysis
  • Trading strategy development
  • Portfolio optimization
  • Risk management and mitigation
  • FERC filings review and interpretation
  • Policy impact assessment
  • Strategic recommendations
  • Market access evaluation
  • Market entry and expansion planning
  • Asset portfolio optimization
  • Scenario planning and forecasting
  • Expert testimony for energy matters
product contaminations and chemical releases

Product Contaminations and Chemical Releases

Investigations Determining the Origins and Migrations of Contaminations

We provide rapid and accurate investigations into product contaminations and chemical releases. Our multidisciplinary team combines expertise in chemistry, engineering, and forensic analysis to unravel complex contamination events, determine their origins, and track their migration patterns.

Our Product Contaminations and Chemical Releases Services Include:

Product Contamination Investigations:

Chemical Release Investigations:

Environmental Impact Assessment:

Regulatory Compliance:

  • Advanced chemical analysis and testing
  • Trace contaminant identification
  • Supply chain evaluation
  • Quality control assessment
  • Incident root cause analysis
  • Spill quantification
  • Environmental modeling
  • Air dispersion analysis
  • Contamination spread analysis
  • Exposure assessment
  • Impact zone determination
  • Migration pathway studies
  • EPA and OSHA regulations
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Authority liaison
  • Remediation planning

Why Choose EPS?

Technical Excellence

Our team brings together a wealth of knowledge across multiple engineering disciplines. Led by Dr. John A. Williams—a licensed Professional Engineer with over 40 years of industry experience—we leverage technical expertise to deliver solutions that are both innovative and practical.

  • Multidisciplinary Expertise: Combining engineering, finance, environmental science, and legal knowledge.
  • Certified Professionals: Licensed engineers, accredited appraisers, certified investigators.
  • Cutting-Edge Methodologies: Utilizing the latest tools, technologies, and best practices.

Customized Solutions

We understand that every business is unique. We tailor our services to address your specific challenges, ensuring that our solutions align with your strategic objectives and operational realities.

  • Client-Centered Approach: Collaborating closely to understand your goals and challenges.
  • Flexible Engagements: Adapting our services to projects of all sizes and complexities.
  • Strategic Insights: Providing actionable recommendations to enhance performance and profitability.

Proven Track Record

EPS has a history of producing winning results across various industries. Our clients trust us to deliver insights that drive tangible improvements.

  • Extensive Project Portfolio: Experience in a wide range of projects and industries.
  • Satisfied Clients: Numerous testimonials attesting to our effectiveness and professionalism.
  • Industry Recognition: Trusted by leading corporations, law firms, and organizations worldwide.
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Industries We Serve

We have extensive experience across a wide range of industries:

  • Energy
  • Manufacturing and Industrial Facilities
  • Chemicals and Refining
  • Environmental and Waste-to-Energy
  • Intellectual Property and Litigation

About Dr. John A. Williams

A Leader in Engineering Excellence

Dr. John A. Williams, PE, ASA, MBA, CFEI, AIChE Fellow, is the founder and General Manager of EPS. With over 40 years of operations, engineering, and construction experience, Dr. Williams is a recognized expert in the engineering analysis and financial appraisal of energy, power, and manufacturing technologies.

Dr. Williams is renowned for his ability to dissect complex technical issues and present them clearly and convincingly. His expertise spans a wide range of industries and technical disciplines, making him a valuable asset in any context.

Credentials & Experience
  • Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) by the American Society of Appraisers in Machinery & Technical Specialties: Energy, Environmental, and Manufacturing Technologies.
  • Certified Fire and Explosion Investigator (CFEI) by the National Association of Fire Investigators.
  • Fellow of the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE Fellow).
  • PhD in Chemical and Fuels Engineering from the University of Utah
  • MBA in Finance from the University of Chicago
  • BS in Chemistry from the University of Delaware
  • Licensed Professional Engineer in over 20 states

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