Heavy Equipment Simulation News & Education
Inside Canada’s Push for Workforce Readiness
Cat® Simulators Help Meet Canada’s Demand for Operators As industries face increasing demand for skilled heavy equipment operators, Finning Canada is helping its customers integrate Cat® Simulators systems into their training programs to meet this need. The simulators replicate real-world machines with precision, allowing trainees to practice maneuvering, develop muscle
Unlock Operator Success with Flexible Learning Styles
Different people learn in different ways. Whether someone learns best by doing, seeing, hearing or reading, an effective training program should support all four major learning styles to help boost learners’ confidence, improve retention and develop real-world skills. Cat® Simulators and SimScholars® curriculum bring those styles together in one blended
Simformed January/February 2026
In This Issue Building the Republic of Georgia’s Workforce: Zestaponi Vocational College “Construct 2.” New SimScholars® Curriculum Available for Cat® Simulators’ Next Gen Excavator (Monitor System) Cat Simulators Motor Grader Walkaround Inspection Infographic Cat Simulators Different Learning Styles Video Building the Republic of Georgia’s Workforce: Zestaponi Vocational College “Construct 2”
SimScholars® Curriculum for Cat® Simulators Next Gen Excavator System
Peoria, Ill.— Simformotion™ LLC, a leader in heavy equipment simulator training solutions, announces the release of a new SimScholars® curriculum designed for the Cat® Simulators Next Gen Excavator (Monitor System) simulator system. Developed with Caterpillar experts and operators, the curriculum is a one-to-one match with the Cat Simulators Next Gen
YouthBuild grants fund programs to prepare young people for workforce
US Department of Labor announces $98M in available funding to deliver education, occupational skills training, job services to young people WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Labor today announced the availability of $98 million in funding to support the development of pre-apprenticeships in high-demand industries including construction, advanced manufacturing, information technology,
Workforce initiatives provide training through forestry simulators
CROSSETT, AR — The city of Crossett has received an honorable mention in the Arkansas Business Trendsetter City 2025 awards in the Education/Workforce Development category for its workforce development initiatives with the University of Arkansas at Monticello through the UAM Sustainable Trades Alliance (UAM-STA). Arkansas Business cited UAM-STA as a
Building the Republic of Georgia’s Workforce: Zestaponi Vocational College
Zestaponi Vocational College “Construct 2” in the Republic of Georgia, is reshaping the future of construction education through a public-private partnership. Led by Director Tamara Zakarashvili and Deputy Director Tamta Kvinikadze, the college has emerged as a central hub for workforce development, due to its focus on the construction industry
Before You Operate: Motor Grader Walkaround Inspection
Ensure operators are properly trained to complete thorough pre-operation inspections to enhance safety, minimize expenses, and prevent incidents. Performing a pre-operation walkaround inspection at the start of every shift is essential to ensure safety and productivity. A proper, thorough inspection helps identify mechanical issues early, before they turn into costly
Simformed November/December 2025
In This Issue Hubbard Construction Company’s Zero Carbon Footprint Journey New Cat® Simulators Next Generation Excavator System High-Tech Protective Gear Infographic Cat Simulators Advanced Dozer System Video Hubbard Construction Company’s Zero Carbon Footprint Journey Based in Florida, Hubbard Construction Company has more than 105 years of experience in infrastructure and is committed to helping its parent company,
Train Smarter with the Cat® Simulators Compact Track Loader
Cat® Simulators New Compact Track Loader System Builds Operator Skills and Techniques Peoria, Ill.— Simformotion™ LLC, a leader in heavy equipment simulator training solutions, announces the release of the new Cat® Simulators Compact Track Loader system. Set in a busy construction environment, learners gain hands-on training with authentic Cat® controls
Keeping Paving Operators Safe Infographic
Over the past five years, more than 400 road construction workers have lost their lives in work zones across the United States. Working near roadways poses significant hazards for construction workers. By providing training on safety protocols, employees can better recognize risks, use protective gear, and respond effectively to emergencies,
Hubbard Construction Company’s Zero Carbon Footprint Journey
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 European company, Vinci is committed to sustainable construction methods. The zero-carbon goal has changed how Hubbard trains its workers, operates its equipment and measures success in the
Inside a Florida Prison, Women Train To Fill Construction Workforce Gaps
Anne Marie Pham grew up helping her father with his “messiest” home renovation projects. “I’ve always been interested in dirty jobs,” says Pham, a 21-year-old student in the Heavy Equipment Operator training class at Lowell Correctional Institution in Ocala, Florida. “When my counselor at Lowell Main Unit asked me if
How to Safely Handle Hazardous Materials on Construction Sites Infographic
Working on a construction jobsite can be extremely hazardous due to exposure to toxic materials such as asbestos and lead. Improper handling of these substances can lead to serious health issues or even death. Download and share our free infographic to help workers identify and understand how to manage these
New Cat® Simulators Next Generation Excavator System Teaches Operators Skills and Techniques Using Integrated Machine Technologies
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 environment, the new simulator system teaches learners to operate an excavator more efficiently when utilizing Cat® Technology systems. Hands-on training
Associated General Contractors of Vermont Adds Cat® Simulators for Operator Training Program
EAST MONTPELIER, Vt. (WCAX) – A crew is hard at work loading up dump trucks on a virtual jobsite as part of the Associated General Contractors of Vermont’s newest piece of machinery — a heavy equipment training simulator. The simulator replicates the real deal with the same seat, controls, and
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