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Upgrade a Simulator System Today!

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Do you own an older model Cat® Simulators Hydraulic Excavator, M-Series Motor Grader or Mining Truck? Then we’ve got a deal for you! Upgrade your system for a special price and enjoy all of the benefits of the latest technology and bonus features of Cat Simulators systems. The latest systems feature a machine walkaround with dozens of inspection points; iPad training to expand simulator training; new and in-depth training exercises; motion platform; and much more.

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Contact an Account Manager today at 1.309.266.2640 to find out how you can get an upgraded training simulator.

See the New Track Feller Buncher Simulator System for Forestry!

The new Track Feller Buncher Simulation Trainer is set in a forest environment where operators can learn to use the felling head and master the same machine applications found on actual forest production sites.

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The Track Feller Buncher teaches Control Familiarization, how to perform a machine Walkaround, Felling Head Placement, Loading and Off-Loading a Machine from a Low-Boy, Single and Multiple Tree Cutting, Clear Cutting, Thinning, and a special Open Training mode. Add a motion platform and feel the movement and vibration when the simulated machine is running during training exercises.

See a video demo (click on the first box to view the hardware and software in use). Contact an Account Manager at 1.309.266.2640 for more information or to order today.

Train Operators with the Small Wheel Loader Simulator System

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The Cat Small Wheel Loader simulator system features authentic controls combined with simulated applications, including the forks work tool attachment. The Small Wheel Loader is set in a construction environment and teaches Controls Familiarization, how to perform a machine Walkaround, Driving, Hauling, Loading and Carrying, Stockpiling, Truck Loading, Truck Spotting, Backfilling with the commercial and multipurpose buckets, Carrying Objects with the multipurpose bucket, Quick Coupler operation, Unloading Pallets with the Forks work tool and a special Open Training mode. Contact an Account Manager today at 1.309.266.2640 to find out how you can get a special discount on a motion platform; add iPad training; and more!

Simulator Inventory Available for Immediate Delivery!

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Cat Simulators has a limited number of certified demo units for sale and immediately available for delivery. These simulators are in excellent condition and were used for a limited number of hours. For example, a Mining Dozer demoed at a trade show. To find out which simulator models are available, please call your Account Manager at 1.309.266.2640 or e-mail sales@catsimulators.com.

Free Money!

Learning Cost

Simformotion™ LLC, licensee for Cat® Simulators, has created an academic collegiate scholarship opportunity for the 2014-2015 school year. A $2,000 (US) scholarship will be awarded to a student with an interest in pursuing a career in heavy equipment operation, construction management, forestry or any heavy equipment-related program.

Students enrolled in an accredited heavy equipment-related program at an institution that utilizes Cat Simulators as part of their training program, with a minimum GPA of 2.75, are eligible for the scholarship.

Download the form or receive the application form by e-mail.

Please pass on this scholarship information to anyone who might be interested. Simformotion is a global company and we encourage qualifying students around the world to apply for this scholarship. Deadline for this application is April 30, 2014.

Articulated Truck Training Reduces Accidents

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See Our New Infographic!

Articulated Trucks are large machines that contain a special oscillating hitch that allows the truck to turn in tight spots. operation. See our new Infographic on how training can reduce accidents.

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