VIDEO SHOWCASE
View the latest video demonstrations from the Cat® Simulators product family.
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Compact Track Loader
Cat® Simulators Compact Track Loader system features authentic Cat® controls and provides learners with exercises that include pre-operation walkaround training, load and carry, finish grading with a bucket and box blade, maneuvering and more. helping prepare students to fill the industry’s workforce as skilled heavy equipment operators.
Simulation training is highly successful when it comes to engaging learners and teaching how to perform tasks, techniques, or processes. Learn more!
CONSTRUCTION SIMULATORS
Cat Simulators: Construction Industry
Set in simulated city building sites and highways, among other virtual environments, Cat Simulators systems provide a safe, hands-on experience for learners. Each simulator teaches heavy equipment operations using authentic Cat controls and machine applications as found on real-world worksites. Learn more about construction simulators.
Collaborative Worksite Training™ for Construction
The new training package allows up to nine learners to operate dozers, excavators and articulated trucks simultaneously in the same virtual environment.
Working as a team in a virtual construction environment, the goal is to have learners gain real-life experience loading trucks, moving materials, cleaning up spoil piles and accomplishing other tasks together. Learn more!
Compact Track Loader
Cat Simulators Compact Track Loader system features authentic Cat controls and provides learners with exercises that include pre-operation walkaround training, load and carry, finish grading with a bucket and box blade, maneuvering and more.
Excavator & Advanced Excavator
Experience hands-on excavator training with Cat Simulators Hydraulic Excavator Simulator systems! The exclusive training exercises include conducting a machine walkaround, controls familiarization, and gaining skills in various operations such as Over the Moon, loading and off-loading, trenching, backfilling, truck loading, digging footings and more.
Small Dozer
Set in a construction environment, the hands-on Cat Simulators Small Dozer training system teaches learners how to operate the Small Dozer, including inspecting the machine, maneuvering it off and onto a trailer, backfilling, V-ditch building and more. Cat Simulators feature authentic Cat controls and are the only portable Caterpillar-licensed simulator on the market.
Backhoe Loader
Set in a construction environment, the Cat Simulators Backhoe Loader system teaches students and operators to drive, brake, trench, lift and much more. Cat Simulators feature authentic Cat controls and are the only portable Caterpillar-licensed simulator on the market.
SimLite Dozer
Cat Simulators SimLite Dozer is a compact and portable system for heavy equipment training. Create a safe, socially-distanced classroom experience with individual stations or travel off-site easily. The system features authentic Cat controls and an online curriculum is available.
SimLite Compact Track Loader
Cat Simulators SimLite Compact Track Loader is a compact, portable system that features authentic Cat controls. Training exercises include pre-operation walkaround training, load and carry, finish grading with a bucket and box blade, maneuvering and more. Cat Simulators are the only portable Caterpillar-licensed simulator on the market. An online curriculum is also available.
SimLite Excavator
Cat Simulators SimLite Excavator is a compact and portable system for heavy equipment training. Create a safe, socially-distanced classroom experience with individual stations or travel off-site easily. The system features authentic Cat controls and an online curriculum is available.
Learn more about SimLite simulators.
Advanced Dozer
Learn highway construction operations with Cat Simulators Advanced Dozer Simulator System. The system teaches multiple applications, along with operational safety. Cat Simulators feature authentic Cat controls and are the only portable Caterpillar-licensed simulator on the market.
Small Wheel Loader Skill Builder
Experience the Cat Simulators Small Wheel Loader Skill Builder system. Learners can maneuver throughout the environment and interact with multiple objects to experience personalized training and hone skills.
VR Paving System
Set in a highway construction site environment, the VR-based training system teaches learners how to operate the Paver and Roller, including inspecting the machine, paving the highway, compacting asphalt and more. This immersive simulation enables learners to familiarize themselves with essential equipment controls, material management and safety protocols in a realistic, controlled environment.
MINING SIMULATORS
Cat Simulators: Mining Industry
Set in simulated mine site environments, Cat Simulators mining systems offer learners a safe, hands-on experience. Each simulator features authentic Cat controls and motion system that provide a realistic, training experience that teaches learners mining skills, techniques and machine applications found in real-world mining operations.
Collaborative Worksite Training™ for Mining
Set in a mining environment, the new training package teaches learners to collaborate virtually while operating a mining truck and hydraulic mining shovel.
Working as a team in a virtual mine site, learners gain real-life experience in truck spotting, loading, hauling materials, face cleaning, spillage cleanup and other real-world tasks.
Hydraulic Mining Shovel
The Cat Simulators Hydraulic Mining Shovel system features authentic Cat® controls, providing a realistic hands-on training experience. Set in a mining environment, the simulator includes training exercises such as a pre-operation walkaround inspection, controls familiarization, spotting, proper truck loading and more. Cat Simulators are the only portable Caterpillar-licensed simulators available in the market.
Off-Highway Truck
Cat Simulators Off-Highway Truck system provides hands-on training for learners on authentic Cat controls in multiple mine site scenarios. Learners can practice driving, braking, loading, unloading and much more. Cat Simulators are the only portable Caterpillar-licensed simulator on the market. An online curriculum is also available.
Mining Truck Skill Builder
Experience the Cat Simulators Mining Truck Skill Builder system to learn new skills or fine tune applications such as driving on ramps, loading by a large mining shovel, dumping materials at unloading locations and much more. Built-in reports based on measurable benchmarks/metrics help track learners results and progress.
Underground Load Haul Dump
Get hands-on training before going underground. The LHD simulator includes a walkaround, controls familiarization, and training for several underground applications every operator needs to know. Cat Simulators feature authentic Cat controls and are the only portable Caterpillar-licensed simulator on the market.
FEATURES & ACCESSORIES
Convertible Simulator Systems
Cat Simulators versatile design allows users to convert from one machine model to another using the same base unit! Take simulation wherever it’s needed to train operators, assess skills, or teach safety standards. Cat Simulators feature authentic Cat controls and are the only portable Caterpillar-licensed simulator on the market.
SimScholars® Curriculum
Simformotion offers a blended learning package with its Cat Simulator models and turn-key curriculum. Get hands-on simulator training, plus SimScholars® curriculum – a one-to-one match to the simulator training exercises. The curriculum is built on a Learning Management System (LMS) and includes an instructor course, learner guides, lessons, how-to videos, quizzes, tests, reporting and more. Use the curriculum online or in the classroom.
Full & Compact Models
No matter how your organization is training, Cat Simulators has a system to fit your needs. Both full and compact simulators are available. All simulator models feature authentic Cat controls. Don’t fall for imposters. Cat Simulators are the only portable Caterpillar-licensed simulators on the market.
Motion System
Add a motion system to Cat Simulators to feel vibration and movement when the simulated machine is running. Feel the Cat difference!
VR Edition
Discover VR enhanced training. VR Edition features patented VR NOW™ technology, so operators can gain greater depth perception and viewing during training. VR Edition is featured on select Cat Simulators models.
Mobile Solutions
Cat Simulators versatile design allows users to convert from one machine model to another using the same base unit. Train operators, assess skills, or teach safety standards. Cat Simulators feature authentic Cat controls and are the only portable Caterpillar-licensed simulator on the market.
SUCCESS STORIES
Cat Simulators Continue to Play Crucial Role in HEO Pathway Program
Cat Simulators continue to play a crucial role in the Georgia Heavy Equipment Operator Pathway program. Instructors and industry professionals share how the program and Cat Simulators are transforming high school students’ lives. The hands-on, immersive training that students experience with Cat Simulators systems is helping prepare students to fill the industry’s workforce as skilled heavy equipment operators.
Dozer Simulator Systems Testimonial
In this Cat Simulators user case, Instructor Joseph Street, Marietta High School, explains why training in the virtual environment first, hastens the transition to the real machine faster and with accuracy.
Career Pathways Testimonial
Heavy equipment operator instructors and construction professionals emphasize the importance of introducing high school students to the construction industry. Early exposure and hands-on training with Cat Simulators systems offer students a career pathway and an opportunity to enter the construction workforce as skilled heavy equipment operators.
Training Today's Students for Tomorrow's Workforce in Georgia
Teachers in the Georgia Heavy Equipment Operator Pathway program are using Cat Simulators systems and matching turnkey SimScholars curriculums to teach and prepare students in 25 high schools and technical colleges to enter the construction workforce as heavy equipment operators, helping to fill the construction industry pipeline.
Finning Canada Trains with Cat Simulators
Steve Kean, Finning Canada, explains Cat Simulators systems’ training benefits including the value of authentic Cat controls, pre-operation walkaround training, cost savings customers realize and much more!
Georgia Pathways + SimScholars® Curriculum
SimScholars curriculums provide instructors with a course overview, exercise objectives, learning outcomes, lesson plans, step-by-step procedures, checklists/schedules, student management tools, quizzes and pre/post-tests. Learn more.
OE324 Trains with Cat Simulators
The OE324 in Mich. has seen a record number of apprentices coming through its Heavy Equipment Operator and Technician programs. The focus on innovation is ever-present and apprentices and journeypersons are training with Cat Simulators.
Tri-Rivers Career Center Testimonial
Jim Rittler, Ag and Industrial Power Technology Instructor at Tri-Rivers Career Center, has been teaching for the past 20 years. He discusses how Cat Simulators has impacted training and educating today’s skilled graduates.
THE CAT® DIFFERENCE
Learn Techniques The Cat Way
Learn excavation techniques the Cat Way on Cat Simulators equipped with genuine Cat controls. Training exercises developed with Cat experts provide real-world scenarios and the skills needed for each application.
Improve Production The Cat Way
Improve your production the Cat Way with Cat Simulator Motor Grader training. Learn how to correct costly bad operating habits in the safety of a simulated cab featuring authentic Cat controls.
Applications Match Real Machines
Learn mining machine applications the Cat Way by training with authentic Cat controls on Cat Simulators while in the safety of a virtual environment.
The Cat® Difference: Walkaround Inspection
Avoid accidents and prevent unplanned maintenance by learning how to conduct pre-operation walkaround inspections like Cat experts on Cat Simulators. Identifying faults before operating machines saves time and money.
VIRTUAL REALITY (VR)
VR Series - Video #1: Safety
This first video focuses on one of the many training benefits of Cat Simulators VR NOW™ system – safety. Operators can focus on learning and practicing new skills in dangerous environments with no risk to themselves, others or the equipment.
Video #2: Reduced Training Costs
This second video highlights the cost-effectiveness of training operators on the Cat Simulators VR NOW system, including reduced travel and fuel costs. Additionally, training with VR can reduce maintenance and repair costs of actual heavy equipment and allow it to remain in production.
VR Series - Video #3: Training Anytime, Anywhere
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 can be set up anytime, anywhere.
VR Series - Video #4: Hands-On Experience
This fourth video shows the benefits operators experience with hands-on learning using Cat Simulators VR NOW systems. Operators can learn new skills more effectively, gain muscle memory through repetition and much more while in the safety of a simulated environment.
VR Series - Video #5: Self-Paced Learning
This fifth video highlights how operators learn skills and can practice them at their own speed and pace using Cat Simulators VR NOW systems. Additionally, learners using VR are four times more focused than eLearning students.
VR Series – Video #6: Immersive & Engaging
This sixth video highlights how learners become fully immersed when training on the Cat Simulators VR NOW system. VR removes distractions so learners are more engaged and better able to focus on the new skills they are learning.
VR Series - Video #7: Knowledge Retention
This seventh video focuses on how learners experience deeper engagement with the Cat Simulators VR NOW system. The immersive, hands-on training learners experience with VR, along with repetition increases their ability to retain knowledge and skills that they will use on the job site.
SAFETY
Home Safe
Today and every day, sending workers home safe is our priority. Find out how safety and Cat Simulators training make a difference.
Safety Series #1: Walkaround
In our series, “7 Ways to Prevent Heavy Equipment Accidents,” we focus on a safety tip to learn how to prevent machine accidents. In the first tip of the series, we focus on a machine inspection.
Safety Series #2: Three Points of Contact
In the second safety tip of our series, “7 Ways to Prevent Heavy Equipment Accidents,” we focus on mounting and dismounting the machine with one hand and two feet making contact, or two hands and one foot at all times.
Safety Series #3: Seat Belt Use
In the third safety tip in our series, “7 Ways to Prevent Heavy Equipment Accidents,” we focus on seat belt use.
Safety Series #4: Overload
In the fourth safety tip in our series, “7 Ways to Prevent Heavy Equipment Accidents,” we focus on the dangers of overload.
Safety Series #5: Fatigue
In the fifth safety tip in our series, “7 Ways to Prevent Heavy Equipment Accidents,” we focus on fatigue awareness.
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.
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.