Case Study: insured recovers coal mining equipment loss assessment with Envista Forensics

Insured secures ACV approval for coal mining equipment after cave-in with Envista Forensics

The insured, a coal mining operation, faced a significant challenge when a cave-in trapped its continuous mining machine and conveyor cars underground. Envista Forensics was engaged to investigate the nature, extent, and cause of the loss, utilizing its civil/structural, mechanical, and geotechnical engineering services.

Envista Forensics' investigation confirmed the equipment was stuck due to an unavoidable cave-in and that removal was impossible without disturbing a protected wetland above. Based on this expert analysis, the insurer approved the claim for the replacement of the machine at its actual cash value.