Continuing Education
Digging into Failure: Heavy Machinery Losses
Date/Time
May 14, 2026 - 2:00 – 3:00 PM Central Time
Presenter
Charvak Karpe, M.S.E.E., Electrical Engineer, ILC
Course Description
Heavy machinery is the backbone of construction, infrastructure, and industrial operations. Equipment such as excavators, cranes, and bulldozers perform critical work under demanding conditions, making them susceptible to mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical failures. When a loss occurs, the operational and financial impacts can be substantial.
This one-hour course introduces claim professionals to the technical aspects of heavy machinery losses. Participants will explore how these machines function, common causes of failure, and practical approaches for assessing condition, repair potential, and documentation during the claims process.
State Approval Status
Pending:
- Delaware
- Florida
- Georgia
- Iowa
- Indiana
- North Carolina
- New Hampshire
- Minnesota
- Mississippi
- Oklahoma
- Texas
- Wyoming
What You Will Learn:
- Understand the function and operation of heavy machinery used in construction and industrial applications.
- Identify common equipment types and their key components.
- Recognize typical causes and modes of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical failure.
- Distinguish between sudden breakdowns and gradual wear or deterioration.
- Apply inspection findings and maintenance records in technical claim analysis.
Recognize technical factors that may support subrogation or recovery.