Expert reports
At INFINITIA Industrial Consulting, expert reports are a key tool for providing technical rigour in judicial and extrajudicial proceedings. This service is designed to offer an expert assessment, based on objective and scientific evidence, of industrial materials, components, systems or products involved in litigation, claims or contractual disputes.
We have a multidisciplinary team of engineers, chemists and technical specialists who, from our industrial laboratory, prepare high-level technical reports based on the latest analysis and characterisation technologies.
Our experience in the industrial environment and our capacity for detailed analysis enable us to offer solid, reliable and technically rigorous assessments.
What is an expert report?
An expert report is a document prepared by an expert with proven knowledge in a specific discipline, whose purpose is to analyse, interpret and objectively present the results of technical or scientific research.
In the legal field, it is a recognised means of evidence that can significantly influence the resolution of a dispute. At INFINITIA, we apply forensic engineering to uncover the root causes of a failure, damage or malfunction, and we reflect this in clear, detailed expert reports based on international standards and proven scientific criteria.
These types of reports also have applications in supplier selection processes, independent technical evaluations and commercial claims.
Advantages of expert reports
One of the main benefits of having an expert report prepared by INFINITIA is the technical soundness of the analysis, which allows experts, judges, lawyers, companies, and insurance companies to understand the origin and consequences of an industrial failure.
For example, in cases of contract disputes between customers and suppliers, our studies have served to clarify responsibilities for defective materials or non-compliant processes. Likewise, the combination of failure analysis, laboratory testing and technical consulting allows us to offer a comprehensive approach that covers everything from problem identification to corrective solutions. All this with full traceability and under quality standards.
At INFINITIA, we participate in the development of expert reports from a practical and problem-solving approach. Our laboratory has advanced characterisation, microscopy, chemical analysis and mechanical, thermal and corrosion testing techniques, among others.
In addition, we offer complementary services such as reverse engineering, quality control and technical consulting, which enrich our studies and provide the legal or technical expert with a solid basis for their conclusions.
Our commitment to accuracy, detail and technical neutrality has made us a trusted partner for clients who require expert reports in both legal and business contexts.
Types of Expert Reports at INFINITIA
At INFINITIA, we help to produce technical expert reports for the industrial sector, combining specialised knowledge in forensic engineering with the advanced capabilities of our laboratory.
Our goal is to provide rigorous technical information to support legal, contractual or strategic decisions through the analysis of causes, materials, processes and industrial failures.
These expert reports focus on determining the origin of a failure, fracture or malfunction in a product. We combine mechanical testing, structural analysis and surface studies using electron microscopy (SEM) and spectroscopy (FTIR or EDS).
For example, we have participated in technical reports for an industrial company in which thermal cycle fatigue was identified in plastic components, allowing responsibilities to be defined between the customer and the supplier.
These are prepared when technical discrepancies arise between manufacturers, suppliers or customers regarding the quality, specifications or functionality of a product. Through comparative testing and verification against standards, we provide objective evidence.
In a recent case, we evaluated batches of non-compliant metal coatings for a supplier, whose technical report was decisive in the claim and establishment of responsibilities.
INFINITIA helps to validate whether a product complies with the required national or international regulations. This is common, for example, in medical devices or products that come into contact with food.
We have collaborated with manufacturers of plastic materials, validating their compliance with European legislation on substance migration (EU 10/2011) using liquid chromatography (HPLC).
Through reverse engineering, we carry out a detailed analysis of the operation and composition of products, comparing them with existing patents.
In one case, we carried out a structural and functional breakdown of an electronic component to compare it with the technical documentation of a contested patent.
Reports for technical evaluation of suppliers
INFINITIA acts as an external technical advisor, preparing highly accurate technical reports for lawyers, insurance companies, and legal departments.
These technical reports include root cause analysis, corrective recommendations, and detailed technical documentation, facilitating defence in litigation.
Applications of Expert Reports in Different Sectors
Industrial expert reports have direct applications in multiple sectors, both for technical litigation and to prevent disputes, validate processes or support strategic decisions.
At INFINITIA, we work closely with companies, court experts and law firms in key sectors:
Automotive Industry
In a sector as regulated as the automotive industry, expert reports are essential for validating components, resolving technical disputes and demonstrating the conformity of critical materials in the event of functional or structural failures.
• Evaluation of structural failures in components subjected to thermal and mechanical cycles.
• Technical reports on manufacturing defects in plastic and metal parts with implications and where it was essential to establish responsibilities between customer and suppliers.
• Technical verification of component suppliers through material characterisation tests.
Appliance and Consumer Goods Industry
In mass production, any technical deviation can result in thousands of defective units. Expert reports make it possible to establish causes and responsibilities vis-à-vis suppliers or end users.
• Analysis of breakages or overheating in plastic components subjected to intensive use.
• Expert reports in disputes over functional failures after distribution on the market.
• Technical comparison between product versions to determine technical responsibility according to requirements and a dispute between customer and supplier.
Food and Packaging Sector
In direct contact with consumer products, materials in the food sector must comply with strict regulations. A technical expert report allows regulatory non-compliance to be assessed and alternative materials to be validated with legal certainty.
• Reports on plasticiser migration in plastic packaging using high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC).
• Support for legal proceedings arising from cross-contamination or unsuitable materials.
• Technical-legal studies on the misuse of non-compliant materials by suppliers.
Medical Devices
Expert reports are key to demonstrating the biocompatibility, safety and regulatory compliance of medical devices in the event of health claims or technical and legal audit processes.
• Analysis of functional failures in implantable products due to incorrect manufacturing processes.
• Reports on residual compounds using chromatography, in compliance with ISO 10993-1.
• Assistance with health claims arising from device malfunctions.
Energy and Electronics Industry
Electronic components and energy systems require thorough validation under demanding operating conditions. Expert reports enable the detection of electrical or thermal faults and the establishment of precise technical causes to ensure accountability.
• Expert assessment of short circuits in electronic modules.
• Validation of encapsulants and resins under extreme thermal conditions.
• Drafting of technical reports for insurance companies for component failures.
Construction and Infrastructure
The durability and safety of infrastructure depends on correctly executed materials and processes. When construction defects arise, expert reports provide objective evidence for legal proceedings and technical expert opinions.
• Technical reports on premature degradation of façade panels and structural joints.
• Expert study of corrosion in metal reinforcements and foundations.
• Documentary support in litigation for non-compliance of a construction project with its specifications.
In an increasingly demanding and regulated environment, expert reports are becoming an essential tool for providing technical rigour, demonstrating responsibilities and supporting decision-making in both the legal and industrial fields. Whether it is to resolve litigation, validate regulatory compliance or analyse functional failures in products, having a solid technical expert report can make the difference between a successful claim and an unresolved problem.
At INFINITIA, we combine in-depth knowledge of forensic engineering, the use of advanced laboratory technologies and a multidisciplinary approach to produce industrial expert reports with high added value. We anticipate failure mechanisms, validate materials and processes, and work closely with court experts, insurers and legal departments to ensure reliable and applicable results.
Furthermore, the future of technical expert reports points to increasing integration with digital methodologies, predictive analytics and full data traceability.
In this context, INFINITIA is positioned as a key partner for companies seeking technical solutions with precision, speed and scientific backing.
If your company needs a reliable industrial expert report, with the guarantee of an expert team and a 100% personalised approach, contact INFINITIA and discover how we can help you solve any technical challenge with efficiency and rigour.