CM Labs Simulations, developer of Vortex training simulators, has expanded its integration with the Trimble Earthworks Grade Control Platform on two additional simulators, the Dozer and Motor Grader Simulator.
“Our simulators allow operators to learn new technologies and workflows safely, with a higher level of competency, before using real equipment,” said Lisa Barbieri, vice president of product at CM Labs. “We offer 'future-proofed' training to prepare workers as the work site modernizes. Simulation provides training organizations access to these technologies, such as Trimble Earthworks, while ensuring their curriculum meets the needs of a changing market.”
Trimble Earthworks software works in parallel with CM Labs’ patented software and runs on a tablet that connects to the simulator. Using the simulator, visual aids are overlaid onto the existing ground along with cut and fill information, slope data and other customizable reference points to provide the user with an understanding of the work that needs to be done.
Trimble Earthworks, combined with CM Labs’ realistic machine features, builds skills that transfer to the worksite, to train operators of all experience levels and lay the foundation for technology transition and adoption.
“We see great value in the curriculum CM Labs offers for Trimble’s Earthworks machine control”, said Cameron Clark, earthmoving industry director at Tirimble. “With the ongoing labor shortages, simulation training provides a unique opportunity to train contractors cost-effectively.”
Trimble Earthworks is now available as an add-on with CM Labs’ Excavator, Dozer, and Motor Grader Simulation Training Packs. The software is compatible with all of CM Labs’ Vortex Simulators, including the desktop Vortex Edge Plus, the motion-enabled Vortex Edge Max and the high-immersion Vortex Advantage.
