EFI Global expands forensic capabilities in western Canada

TORONTO, ON, JUNE 12, 2024/insPRESS/ – EFI Global, a leading, full-service international consulting firm specializing in forensic engineering, environmental, fire investigation and specialty consulting services, welcomed three new members to its forensic engineering and fire investigation team in western Canada: Andre Feiferis, MSc., Mechanical and Materials Engineer; Rod Lowet, CFEI, CCFI, Fire Investigator; and Abi Vijayan, B.Sc., CFEI, CFAA, Senior Electrical Consultant and Fire Investigator.

“The addition of Abi, Andre and Rod to EFI Global strengthens our capacity to bring world-class expertise to our clients, and we are delighted to have these talented individuals join our team,” said Eric Lalli, Assistant Vice President of Forensics for EFI Global in western Canada.

Feiferis joined EFI Global earlier in 2024 and has broad experience in design, failure analysis and valuation of complex mechanical systems. He has served the insurance industry throughout the Americas and is registered internationally as a professional engineer. Feiferis has a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering and a master’s degree in materials and chemical engineering, providing the foundation of his broad technical expertise. His experience spans failure analysis of building mechanical systems to large losses in mining, heavy industry, equipment and machinery. 

Lowet has over 15 years of experience in fire investigations and fire suppression, along with a background in fighting wildfires. He has served the public as a fire investigator, fire inspector, city and industrial firefighter, hazardous materials technician, confined space technician, emergency medical responder, paramedic, educator and an initial attack crew boss for the British Columbia Ministry of Forests. This experience is complemented by his bachelor of science studies at University of Northern British Columbia – North. Lowet’s background and diverse skill sets are reflected in the strength of his investigations and communications.

Vijayan is a senior electrical professional with over 18 years of experience in electrical system design and failure analysis.  His expertise ranges from building electrical systems in commercial and industrial applications to large international solar farm design. Vijayan is also a certified fire alarm inspector, having conducted over 500 alarm and safety inspections in condominiums, high-rise buildings, schools and manufacturing facilities.

“With local experts in Manitoba, Alberta and British Columbia EFI Global is well positioned to respond quickly to our client’s needs in the West,” said Kevin Burgher, Senior Vice President of EFI Global Canada.

The newest additions to the EFI Global team can be contacted at Andre.Feiferis@efiglobal.com or 604-703-4965; Rod.Lowet@efiglobal.com or 604-679-2118; and Abhilash.Vijayan@efiglobal.com or 604-751-4358, respectively.

EFI Global has seven locations serving western Canada. For more, visit efiglobal.ca.

About EFI Global EFI Global, part of Sedgwick, is a well-established brand with an excellent reputation in the Americas, Africa, Asia-Pacific and Europe as a market leader in environmental consulting, engineering failure analysis and origin-and-cause investigations. Each year, EFI Global completes more than 45,000 projects worldwide for a wide range of clients, such as commercial, industrial, institutional, insurance, government, risk managers, public and private entities. EFI Global is one of the world’s most respected emergency response firms, capable of providing practical solutions to the most complex problems. Our multidisciplinary team of first responders, project managers, engineers, geologists and scientists are selected for their technical proficiency and in-depth industry knowledge to aid clients in resolving technical problems. For more, see efiglobal.com.

About Sedgwick  Sedgwick is a leading global provider of claims management, loss adjusting and technology-enabled business solutions. The company provides a broad range of resources tailored to clients’ specific needs in casualty, property, marine, benefits, brand protection and other lines. At Sedgwick, caring counts; through the dedication and expertise of 33,000 colleagues across 80 countries, the company takes care of people and organizations by mitigating and reducing risks and losses, promoting health and productivity, protecting brand reputations, and containing costs that can impact performance. Sedgwick’s majority shareholder is The Carlyle Group; Stone Point Capital LLC, Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec (CDPQ), Onex and other management investors are minority shareholders. For more, see sedgwick.com.

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