Arbitrator's report

Arbitration reports in metal construction - fast, out-of-court dispute resolution

As a publicly appointed and sworn expert for metal construction, I support clients, metal construction companies, architects and lawyers with the neutral, technically sound clarification of disputes - without the detour via lengthy legal disputes.

A Arbitrator's report is the most efficient way to resolve conflicts within a few weeks and at the same time create a legally sound basis for all parties involved.

What is an arbitration report?

An arbitration report is a Extrajudicial proceedings, in which a neutral, expert person - the arbitrator - provides a binding answer to a technical or factual dispute.

The parties agree in advance that the expert's decision as binding for them to recognize.
This creates a Clear, objective solution, without having to initiate legal proceedings.

An arbitration report is particularly suitable if:

• different views on the Quality of the service provided exist
• there is a dispute about Defects, damage or functional suitability gives
• parties need a binding clarification quickly
• a court case would be too long or too expensive
• a neutral expert is required who Assess metal construction with professional confidence can

Why an arbitration report is so effective in metal construction

Complex technical details, precision craftsmanship, standards and design requirements all come together in metal construction. This is where conflicts often arise, because:

• execution or planning was not sufficiently documented
• Tolerances were interpreted incorrectly
• Components do not comply with the standard, the statics or the state of the art
• Sealing and connections are not carried out correctly
• corrosion or functional problems occur

An arbitrator provides clarity - technical, comprehensible, neutral.

Your advantages at a glance

✔ Quick decision - usually within 30 to 60 days

Court proceedings often take several years. The arbitration report provides certainty quickly.

✔ Save costs

Significantly lower costs compared to court and procedural costs.

✔ Neutral, independent expert

As an ö.b.u.v. expert, I guarantee objective, professionally sound assessments.

✔ Legally recognized basis

The arbitrator's decision is binding and can be set out in a contract if desired.

✔ Technical assessment by metal construction specialist

Expertise in aluminum, steel, stainless steel and façade construction.

✔ Less stress - more clarity

A well-founded report defuses conflicts and creates transparency.

Typical points of contention in metal construction

I am frequently appointed as an arbitrator in the following cases:

• Inadequate execution of metal construction work
• Leaks in windows, doors and facades
• Faulty connections or seals
• Tolerance deviations according to DIN 18202 / 18101
• Glass breakage, thermal bridges, condensation
• Incorrect profile or hardware selection
• Static or structural problems
• Corrosion / material damage
• Undocumented assembly processes
• Dispute over acceptability
• Differences between planner, metalworker and client

Procedure for an arbitration report in metal construction

1. contact & brief case description

You describe the facts of the case to me. I will check whether an arbitration report is suitable.

2. agreement of an arbitrator contract

The parties jointly determine the framework and the binding nature of the expert opinion.

3. site inspection & technical analysis

I examine the constructions, document the condition and analyze the points of conflict.

4. preparation of expert opinion

You will receive a neutrally formulated, comprehensible and reliable expert opinion with:

• clear findings
• normative references
• technical evaluations
• Photo documentation
• clear recommendation / evaluation of the disputed points

5. result & recommendation

The expert opinion forms the basis for further action - often the conflict is already completely resolved.

Who is an arbitration report suitable for?

Lawyers in building law
- for rapid technical clarification and assessment of the prospects of success.

Metal construction companies
- to differentiate between justified and unjustified complaints.

Building owners / clients
- for the independent clarification of disputed execution points.

General contractor / property developer
- to quickly stabilize conflicts in the project process.

Insurances
- for the technical assessment of claims.

Why you should work with me as an arbitrator

• Publicly appointed and sworn expert for metal construction
• Specialization in metal, aluminum and steel constructions
• Many years of experience in planning, execution, construction management and expert opinions
• Technically in-depth, clearly formulated reports
• Very fast response times
• High percentage of amicable conflict resolutions

National deployment as an arbitrator in metal construction

Arbitration reports in metal construction are often required where several parties are involved and a neutral, technically sound decision is needed quickly.
I therefore not only support projects in Mainz, but nationwide in the entire Rhine-Main and Rhine-Neckar region and beyond.

My regular areas of work include:

• Frankfurt am Main
• Wiesbaden
• Darmstadt
• Mannheim
• Ludwigshafen
• Heidelberg
• Karlsruhe
• and other regions by arrangement.

In these areas, I assist clients, lawyers, metalworkers and property developers in disputes relating to Windows, doors, facades, stairs, railings, balconies, seals, tolerances and welded constructions.

Thanks to my combination of technical expertise, normative knowledge (DIN, EN, ISO) and court-compliant documentation, I can also offer a supra-regional Fast, efficient and objective conflict resolution, which is accepted by all parties involved.