7-Ways to Prevent Heavy Equipment Accidents
Training can help keep heavy equipment operators, jobsite personnel and machinery safe. From buckling up to conducting a pre-operation walkaround to communicating effectively, operators can
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Georgia's New HEO High School Construction Pathway
Students in 12 Georgia high schools and career technical centers now have a pathway into the construction industry through the state of Georgia’s Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) training program. Using Cat® Simulators systems along with SimScholars™ HEO curriculum, the program is meeting industry needs by properly training students to be safe and productive heavy equipment operators.
CAT® SIMULATORS SIMLITE COMPACT TRACK LOADER
Cat® Simulators SimLite Compact Track Loader is a compact, portable system that features authentic Cat controls. Training exercises include pre-operation walkaround training, load and carry, finish grading with a bucket and box blade, maneuvering and more. Cat Simulators are the only portable Caterpillar-licensed simulator on the market. An online curriculum is also available. For a demo of the Compact Track Loader System, call 1.309.266.2640 or send us a message.
Blind Spot Awareness
“Struck by” machine accidents cause many injuries and accidents every year. Each machine has unique blind spots. Any operator that cannot see a person, vehicle or another object, runs the risk of an accident. Workers on the ground are especially vulnerable to being hit. Follow these tips to stay safe.
Cat® Simulators Backhoe Loader System
The Backhoe Loader is a versatile machine capable of many applications. The simulated machines allows operators to interact with different work tools and gain skills practicing real-world applications like trenching and backfilling.
L3Harris CDL Truck Driver Simulator
The L3Harris CDL Truck Driver Simulator provides learners with hands-on training in several driving environments including urban, suburban, rural and more. Additionally, users can experience daytime, night time and twilight driving in numerous weather conditions without risk to themselves, others or equipment.
Lowpoint Washburn students operate Cat® Simulators
Lowpoint Washburn High School Seniors took turns operating two Cat® Simulators, a dozer and an excavator, both located inside Simformotion’s Mobile Training Center (MTC). Read more…
Cat® Simulators Heavy Equipment Operator Training with SimLite Dozer
Cat Simulators SimLite Dozer teaches learners to become heavy-equipment operators. Create a safe, socially-distanced classroom experience with individual stations. The system is also portable and easy to travel with. Visit off-site locations or send home with students for remote learning. The system also has an online curriculum available.
Introducing the FS® Simulator
Learn proper ag sprayer techniques by training on the FS® Simulator which features a motion system, realistic controls, multiple screens and much more. The FS Simulator teaches learners numerous skills including how to drive safely, navigate fields successfully, use booms correctly and spray crops effectively.
CW MATTHEWS 2021 APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM USING CAT SIMULATORS
C.W. Matthews created a blended learning program for its operators that integrates CAT® Simulators and SimScholars™ curriculum with on-the-iron training. See how this approach is getting operators trained safer, faster and more efficiently.
CAT® SIMULATORS SIMSCHOLARS CURRICULUM
Simformotion offers a blended learning package with its Cat® Simulator models and complete curriculum. Get hands-on simulator training, plus SimScholars curriculum with instructor guides, lesson plans, learner guides, lessons, how-to videos, quizzes, tests and more. Train students or employees for accuracy, efficiency and safety on heavy equipment. Contact us for info.
NEW CAT® SIMULATORS SIMLITE EXCAVATOR
Cat Simulators SimLite Excavator teaches learners to become heavy-equipment operators. Create a safe, socially-distanced classroom experience with individual stations. The system is also portable and easy to travel with. Visit off-site locations or send home with students for remote learning.
EXPERIENCE THE UNDERGROUND LHD SIMULATOR SYSTEM
Get hands-on training before going underground. The LHD simulator includes a walkaround, controls familiarization, and training for several underground applications every operator needs to know.
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