Heavy Equipment Simulation News & Education
How Boyd Cat and Its Partners Use Cat Simulators to Fill the Construction Pipeline
In 2017, when Boyd Cat invested in a full‑motion Cat® Simulators system, the goal was simple: provide customers and partners with a hands‑on way to
The Evolution of High-Visibility Safety Apparel
Do construction workers wearing brightly colored, fluorescent vests catch your eye when driving by a highway construction site? They should. Thanks to Bob Switzer, who
Simformed January/February 2022
In This Issue Coal Dozer Training. Mining is Essential Infographic. Ledcor’s Safety Culture. Train-the-Trainer Livestream. Coal Dozer Operating in a coal environment is dangerous work.
Safety Investment Pays Back
Help avoid workplace accidents with education and training. Investments in safety training pay for themselves. Make safety training a part of your workplace programs. Download
Lowpoint Washburn High School Seniors Visit Simformotion
One of the best field trips ever! That’s how a Lowpoint Washburn high school senior described his recent class field trip to Simformotion’s headquarters in
Ledcor U.S. Heavy Civil and Mining: A Culture of Safety and Training
“Think Safety. Work Safely” is more than the safety slogan at Ledcor U.S. Heavy Civil and Mining, based in Reno, Nevada. It’s part of the
National Miners Day
Despite federal efforts to ensure safe working conditions for miners, they have one of the most difficult and dangerous jobs you can imagine. To recognize
Extend the Life of an Undercarriage
The undercarriage is the most expensive part on a piece of heavy equipment. Operators can extend the life of an undercarriage by following some best
Simformed November/December 2021
In This Issue Safety Video Series. Accident Awareness. Hoopaugh Grading Company. The Cat® Difference. Safety Minded Safety is everyone’s responsibility. Often safety comes down to
Simformotion Sponsors Team at the 2021 Memorial Golf Tournament
On a perfect, sun-filled day in Winter Springs, Fla., more than 20 golf teams hit the links at the Tuscawilla Country Club to benefit the
7th annual National Apprenticeship Week: November 15 – 21, 2021
Simformotion joins in the celebration of apprentices nationwide this week during the 7th annual National Apprenticeship Week (NAW). During NAW, industry, labor, equity, workforce, education,
Cat® Simulators Video Safety Series #7: Communication
In the seventh and final safety tip in our series, “7 Ways to Prevent Heavy Equipment Accidents,” we focus on the importance of operator communication.
MHS students get to work with heavy equipment
Monroe High School held its first-ever Heavy Equipment Day for students in Career and Technical Education programs. Industry professionals brought equipment on-site, offered hands-on learning
Cat® Simulators Video Safety Series #6: Blind Spots
In the sixth safety tip in our series, “7 Ways to Prevent Heavy Equipment Accidents,” we focus on blind spot awareness. See our other video
Ledcor US Civil and Mining invests in employees using tech-based training
Based in Reno, Nevada, Ledcor US Heavy Civil and Mining services reach across the lifespan of a mine, from facility construction to full-scale contract mining
Cat® Simulators Video Safety Series #5: Fatigue
In the fifth safety tip in our series, “7 Ways to Prevent Heavy Equipment Accidents,” we focus on fatigue awareness. See our other video tips
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