Dan Olson
Chemist
Dan Olson has over 25 years of experience in routine and non-routine chemical analyses of metallic and non-metallic materials, products, unknowns and contaminants utilizing various instrumental techniques, then interpreting data related to a client’s specific needs.
Experience
Dan’s technical expertise in Investigative Chemistry encompasses over 25 years in the problem-solving field and over 30 years of experience in analytical chemistry. His experience covers:
- Materials - Metal alloys; polymers, elastomers and composites; adhesives, paints and coatings; woven and non-woven fabrics; surfactants and lubricants; glass and ceramics; unknowns and contaminants for identification and problem-solving needs
- Testing type - Chemical analyses for deformulation, identification, corrosion and failure analysis, legal, QC purposes, 21 CFR requirements
- Testing Method - Visual and microscopic exams, FTIR, ICP, SEM/EDS, GC-MS, HPLC, titrations, colorimetric and gravimetric analyses
Dan has extensive experience working in the legal, medical devices and supply, manufacturing, energy, coatings, construction, textiles, and insurance sectors, as well as providing services to the US Government.
