Heavy Equipment Simulation News & Education
The Importance of Measuring Growth
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 provide a reliable and standardized method to quantify knowledge gain. In beginner-level heavy equipment operation training, where safety, precision and
CLTCC adds bulldozer simulator for forestry technology training
WINNFIELD, La. (CLTCC) – Thanks to a grant from The Rapides Foundation, Central Louisiana Technical Community College (CLTCC) students in the Forestry Technology Program can now learn the basics of operating a bulldozer on a state-of-the-art simulator. The bulldozer simulator is the third heavy equipment simulator in the program, joining simulators
Simformed Sept/Oct 2020
In This Issue Compact, Portable Training. SimLite Excavator. Grant Opportunities. Heavy Equipment Curriculum. SimLite for Easy Travel & Remote Learning The pandemic has created a need for more remote learning as schools and businesses keep students and employees safe. Cat® Simulators has responded to that need by developing compact and
Anatomy of a Small Wheel Loader
Wheel Loaders (a.k.a. front-end loaders and bucket loaders) are used to move and load materials such as clay, soil, snow, feed, gravel, rocks, sand, woodchips and many other types. The Wheel Loader has a bucket mounted to the front of the machine with two arms and articulated steering which allows
SimLite Simulators
Discover Cat® Simulators compact portable training for heavy equipment operators. The station allows instructors and learners to utilize operator training inside the classroom or at off-site locations. The system features authentic controls and real-world training applications, plus the ability to record and report the results of simulation sessions and track
Cat® Simulators Offers New Compact, Portable Training with SimLite Excavator
Peoria, Ill.— Simformotion™ LLC – a leader in heavy equipment simulator training solutions –announces the release of the new Cat® Simulators System, SimLite Excavator. The new compact and portable system allows instructors and learners to utilize the training inside of the classroom or travel off-site with users. Set in a
Blind Spot Awareness
Heavy equipment operators inside a cab often have restricted visibility or blind spots. A blind spot means the operator cannot see by direct line of site or by using mirrors. “Struck by” accidents cause many injuries and accidents every year. Heavy equipment operators must learn and be aware of the
Extend the Life of an Undercarriage with Training
The most expensive part on a tracked dozer or excavator is the undercarriage, representing 50% of the machine’s owning and operating costs. Proper use of the machine can extend the life of the undercarriage. An operator should be ultra-tuned into the machine. How it looks, how it sounds and how
