The projected outlook is bright for the U.S. construction industry in 2024. As a result, opportunities for those interested in becoming heavy equipment operators in the industry will also increase. By training future operators on Cat® Simulators systems, the pipeline can be filled with efficient, productive and safe operators.
In 2021, Canada’s 70 metal and 931 non-metal mines contributed $107B to Canada’s total GDP, exported $102B in minerals and employed 377,00 people. To learn more about the Canadian mining industry’s contributions, download this free Cat® Simulators infographic.
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
Set in a mining environment, the Cat® Simulators Off-Highway Truck system provides hands-on training for learners on authentic Cat controls. In addition to learning how to conduct a walkaround inspection, training exercises include driving, braking, loading, unloading and much more in numerous real-life mining scenarios. https://vimeo.com/794282824
With more than 50,800 new heavy equipment operator positions projected to be added to the U.S. workforce every year until 2031, proper training will be needed more than ever. By training future operators on Cat® Simulators systems, the pipeline can be filled with efficient, productive and safe operators.
Hoopaugh Grading Company (HGC), one of the largest general contractors in North and South Carolina, takes a holistic approach to training its heavy equipment operators. By including three state-of-the-art, customizable Cat® Simulators systems in its training program over the past two years, HGC has experienced significant savings in three key
Peoria, Ill.— Simformotion™ LLC – a leader in heavy equipment simulator training solutions – announces the release of the new Cat® Simulators Backhoe Loader System.Set in a construction environment, the system teaches students and operators how to work a Backhoe Loader (BHL) from the machine inspection to driving, braking, trenching,
Avoid unnecessary downtime and extra depreciation by properly maintaining your Wheel Loader. Most important is to teach operators to complete a pre-operation walkaround inspection before every shift. Identifying issues before they become major problems can alleviate unplanned costs and missed production days. Beyond the walkaround inspection and adhering to a regular
Our 7-part video series, “VR Training Benefits,” highlights the advantages of VR training.This third video focuses on how learners can fully immerse themselves on the Cat® Simulators VR NOW™ system and train at a time and location most convenient for them. The compact and portable SimLite™ Dozer and Excavator models
One out of every five worker deaths occur in construction. By taking the time to create a construction safety program for your construction site, you can help prevent accidents and protect your workers. Download our free infographic to learn the steps to take to create your own safety program.