Explore the latest heavy equipment training news, Cat® Simulators updates, workforce development stories and industry insights in the September/October 2026 edition of Simformed.
With over 105 years of experience in infrastructure, Hubbard Construction Company, based in Florida, is committed to helping its parent company, Vinci, reduce its carbon footprint across 60 countries by 2030. As a
Peoria, Ill.— Simformotion™ LLC, a leader in heavy equipment simulator training solutions, announces the release of the new Cat® Simulators Next Generation Excavator system. Set in a realistic city construction
Underground mining safety is advancing with new technologies that help miners stay informed, connected and protected. Innovations such as smart monitoring, autonomous equipment, and improved communication tools are helping to
Modern personal protective equipment (PPE) goes beyond hard hats. Today’s PPE utilizes smart technology, real-time data and ergonomic design to enhance safety and efficiency for heavy equipment operators and worksite
In This Issue Vancouver Island University and Cat® Simulators: Bridging Education and Innovation 5 Reasons to Use Simulation Now Hazards and Toxic Materials on Construction Sites Infographic Animated Blind Spot
Simulation training is highly successful when it comes to engaging learners and teaching how to perform tasks, techniques, or processes. The ability to train multiple people in the same way,
In workforce development, particularly within technical and trade-based instruction, the ability to objectively measure knowledge acquisition is essential. Growth metrics derived from comparing learner performance on pre- and post-instruction assessments
Agricultural workers face many potential hazards, but one of the most dangerous is an invisible one: UV radiation. The good news is that workers can take precautions to protect themselves
Vancouver Island University (VIU) in Nanaimo, British Columbia, continues to lead the way in trades education with its Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) Certificate Program. It’s a blend of cutting-edge, simulation-based
In This Issue Simformotion’s Apprenticeship Portal: A Gateway to Skilled Careers Construction Angels Continues to Grow Across the United States How to Extend Undercarriage Life Animated Infographic Georgia’s Heavy Equipment
The Georgia Highway Contractors Association (GHCA) recently hosted its annual teacher training event for the Georgia Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) Pathway Program. Held at ER Snell Corporation in Snellville, Ga.,
https://vimeo.com/1098281894 Life changed for the Richard “Bird” Gaunt family on the afternoon of June 23, 2020. Gaunt had pulled over to the shoulder of the road near Carlock, Ill., to
As part of Simformotion’s commitment to help grow and develop a skilled heavy equipment operator (HEO) workforce, we designed the Apprenticeship Portal. The portal provides valuable information to individuals seeking
Economics 101: Each time Rappahannock County High School (RCHS) senior Ryan Atkins leaves campus to work on an air-conditioning unit or heat pump, he represents the concept of supply and
In This Issue New Cat® Simulators Collaborative Worksite Training™ for Mining Package Celebrating the 2025 Cat Simulators Student Showdown Champions! Central Community College’s Heavy Equipment Operator Training Program Helps Students’
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