Case Study: New Road Sweeper Fire Caused by Faulty Wiring Installation

Sweeper Fire:

We were requested to examine a new municipal road sweeper.  The sweeper had only just arrived from the manufacturer and had only been used a couple of times.

Conclusion

After a comprehensive examination with the manufacturer, I was able to conclude that when the second steering system was installed, the wiring had not been properly connected, with a loose fitting being noted in the area of origin.  Our comprehensive report illustrated our findings and allowed the insurance company adjuster to make informed decisions.