Construction equipment simulators offer benefits to the construction industry such as cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and overall contribute to safer worksite.
Modern tools for construction operator skills development include the Vortex range of simulators from CM Labs. These construction operator training simulators offer advanced and accessible technology for companies wanting to maximise the impact of training while keeping costs under control.
Training is becoming an increasingly pressing issue in the construction industry, leading to an ongoing skills shortage. Filling the gaps by recruiting and retaining a fresh generation of talent is proving challenging and costly.
In 2018, the construction sector contributed £117 billion to the UK economy and there are over 2.4 million jobs in the sector. The Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) has estimated that the industry needs some 230,000 new skilled workers to meet the demands for housing and infrastructure projects.
Besides recruitment, the costs of on-the-job training in the construction industry are greatly increasing. The costs related to construction operator training include:
• Equipment costs
• Wear and tear and maintenance
• Fuel
• Downtime
• Injury and compensation
However, advanced construction equipment simulators offer clear benefits compared to traditional training techniques:
• Minimised risk
• Safety
• Faster training
• Reduced costs
• Skills development
Tools for Construction Operator Skills Development
Our partner CM Labs have developed its Vortex range of professional-grade simulators to meet the evolving training needs of the construction industry which includes: • Vortex Edge Plus – a desktop simulator, providing a portable means of delivering comprehensive simulation training wherever the location. • Vortex Edge Max – an entry level simulation solution, with heavy duty controls, and includes full catalogues for training on different types of cranes and earth movers. • Vortex Advantage – an advanced simulator with a full-field view and a dynamic motion platform, with the option of up to five screens for specialised training in heavy equipment such as bulk handling cranes. These simulators offer safe, cost-effective, environmentally friendly and comprehensive Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) training.