Over the last twenty-plus years, ForgeFX Simulations has created a large and diverse collection of custom simulation-based training projects and interactive 3D training simulations. The custom simulation-based training examples in our training simulation portfolio are representative of the range and types of projects we have developed. ForgeFX produces simulators for variety of different display devices and technologies, and are experts at developing Virtual Reality (VR) simulators that take advantage of headset hardware devices that immerse people in virtual worlds in a way that traditional flat screens can’t. VR applications offer a wide field of view, precise head and hand-tracking, stereoscopic 3D and low latency that delivers an immersive experience that closely simulates a physical presence in a computer-simulated reality.
Operator Training Simulators
Simulators are ideal tools for training people to operate sophisticated machinery and devices. They are cost-effective, safe, and efficient methods for training all concepts and skills from controls familiarization to procedure compliance. Simulation training maximizes productivity in the real world and increases a company’s bottom line via greater workforce efficiency. The following training simulator examples are products built by ForgeFX Simulations for our clients:
Concrete Leveling Equipment Training Simulator
ForgeFX Simulations is honored to be a simulator developer for Somero Enterprises, Inc., a company that specializes in the development, manufacturing, and distribution of concrete leveling equipment and technology for the construction industry. ForgeFX works with Somero® to build a laser screed machine training simulator that empowers operators to conduct safe and cost-effective virtual training.
Augmented Reality Device Training Simulator
ForgeFX Simulations is honored to be a long-standing training simulator development partner of renowned Midwest research institute MRIGlobal. ForgeFX collaborated with MRIGlobal to develop the CBRND HoloTrainer, an augmented reality device training simulator built for the Microsoft HoloLens 2. The CBRND HoloTrainer instructs trainees in the familiarization, operation, and maintenance of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear detection devices by providing holographically-projected interactive 3D virtual versions of the equipment they need to learn to use.
Construction Equipment Operator Training Simulator
ForgeFX Simulations is proud to have partnered with Caterpillar in the development of an innovative excavator operator training simulator program designed to meet the unique needs of their organization. ForgeFX worked with Caterpillar on the development of the All Access Pass Experience, an excavator operator training simulator, designed to provide operators with a safe and controlled environment to learn about the new features available on the machinery, practice their skills and become familiar with the controls and their functions, and learn basic machine maintenance.
Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Operator Training Simulator
ForgeFX Simulations is proud to present this Unmanned Vehicle Tele-Op Training Simulator, a state-of-the-art training application we developed in partnership with MRIGlobal for the Joint Program Executive Office – Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND), a division of the US Department of Defense responsible for protecting the nation from CBRN threats. This interactive 3D virtual training simulator is designed to instruct CBRND personnel in the remote operation of an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) from within a Nuclear Biological Chemical Reconnaissance Vehicle (NBCRV).
Welding Training Simulator
ForgeFX Simulations is proud to be a training simulator development partner of StrataTech Education Group, a company that focuses on the acquisition, growth and development of specialized career education schools, particularly skilled-trade programs designed to address the nation’s growing infrastructure needs. ForgeFX worked with StrataTech and their subsidiary, the Tulsa Welding School, to develop OcuWeld™, a virtual reality welding training simulator program that teaches students how to prep, grind and join materials in a virtual environment that removes the safety and cost concerns.
Unmanned Vehicle Teleoperation Training Simulator
This unmanned vehicle teleoperation training simulator was developed by ForgeFX Simulations and MRIGlobal for the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND). The JPEO-CBRND is responsible for the development, acquisition, fielding and life-cycle support of chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear defense equipment and medical countermeasures. The training simulator allows soldiers to learn how to operate the unmanned vehicle, along with the suite of sensors it contains.
Horizontal Directional Drill Training Simulator
This horizontal directional drill operator training simulator was developed by ForgeFX Simulations for Vermeer Corporation, a manufacturer of industrial and agricultural equipment. Vermeer’s HDD training simulator, which will be released to customers later in 2020, is available in both virtual reality and flat screen modes, allowing operators to conduct virtual training on all aspects of horizontal directional drilling operation.
Komatsu Mining Corporation, Mining Equipment Operator Training Simulators
ForgeFX Simulations is proud to be a training simulator development vendor for Komatsu Mining Corporation, a Japanese multinational corporation that primarily manufactures construction, mining, forestry and military equipment. The suite of equipment operator training simulators developed by ForgeFX for Komatsu include underground and surface loaders, rope shovels, and blasthole drills.
Access Equipment Training Simulator
ForgeFX Simulations is a proud simulation development partner of JLG Industries, an Oshkosh Corporation company and the world’s leading designer and manufacturer of aerial work platforms, telehandlers and other access equipment. In addition to creating industry-leading equipment, JLG partners with their customers by providing cutting-edge training and service, which is unsurpassed in the industry. The huge success JLG has achieved also presents them with a challenge, how to provide training for such a large number of new operators. To meet this challenge, JLG partners with ForgeFX to develop operator training simulators, including AccessReady Fusion XR™, a virtual reality equipment training simulator product that allows trainees to learn proper access equipment operation, in a safe and cost-effective virtual environment.
Ascendant® 100 Heavy Duty Aerial Tower Fire Truck Simulator.
This aerial tower fire truck simulator was developed by ForgeFX Simulations for Pierce Manufacturing, one of the largest fire apparatus producers in the world. The Pierce Manufacturing Ascendant® 100′ Heavy Duty Aerial Tower Simulator helps Pierce’s customers experience the truck’s superior maneuverability, drivability, and operator functionality—without ever stepping foot into a physical truck.
Aircraft Deicing Training Simulator
The Global Ground Support Aircraft Deicing Simulator is a virtual training simulator developed by ForgeFX Simulations. Intended for use by airport ground support equipment operators, the simulator allows aircraft deicing personnel to be trained, tested, and assessed on all aspects of aircraft deicing in a safe, risk-free, and low-cost virtual environment. This networked multiplayer VR training simulator is a ground breaking training option.
Heavy Rail Training Simulator
This heavy rail operator training simulator was developed by ForgeFX Simulations for the Washington Metro Area Transit Authority, a government agency that operates transit service in the Washington metropolitan area. ForgeFX developed this rail operator training simulator for Metro heavy rail rapid transit system operators in order to train operators faster and for a fraction of the cost, all within a safe, risk-free virtual environment.
Augmented Reality Mission Planner
ForgeFX Simulations is honored to be a long-standing training simulator development partner of renowned Midwest research institute MRIGlobal. ForgeFX collaborated with MRIGlobal to develop Checkpoint, an augmented reality tabletop mission planning application built for the Microsoft HoloLens 2. This application was recently recognized by the Joint Program Executive Office for Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense (JPEO-CBRND) with a 2021 SPARK award for Multidimensional Understanding.
Diagnostic Imaging Maintenance Training Simulator
ForgeFX developed a number of virtual training simulator products for GE Healthcare, including applications for MR, CT and Vascular field engineers. These training simulators allow GE Healthcare field engineers to train for the technical maintenance of diagnostic imagining equipment on a standard computer, without the need for access to the real-world equipment. To ensure that maintenance engineers are knowledgeable and fully trained on all of the operation and maintenance tasks associated with the equipment they’ll be responsible for, simulation-based maintenance training is an essential component of any curriculum. While not a replacement for hands-on training, simulation-based training rapidly speeds up the process of developing an intelligent and well informed workforce. Simulation-based training gives field engineers the ability to practice potentially dangerous and hazardous tasks, in a safe and risk-free virtual environment, so that procedures and tasks can be mastered before moving on to real-world training.
GE Healthcare Field Engineer Training Simulators
Robot Operator Training Simulator
ForgeFX Simulations developed the TV Tech Robot Training Simulator to help SAK Construction train and evaluate robotic milling operators. The simulator helps reduce wear-and-tear on real-world machines during training, increases operator familiarity with the controls of the robot and the pipeline environment, and quickly and affordably increases trainee throughput.
SAK Construction, TV Tech Robot Training Simulator Software
Oil and Gas Drilling Rig Simulator
The Schramm oil and gas rig training simulator allows operators to train on the new standard of oil and gas drilling rig. Featuring full 360° walking portability for fast moves from hole to hole without the traditional limits of two-axis rail-mounted systems, in the hands of well-trained operators, the rig facilitates higher productivity.
Schramm Drilling Rig Operator Training Simulator by ForgeFX
Job-Process Training Simulations
Many jobs do not require heavy equipment operation. However, simulations are just as relevant to familiarize workers with challenges, job roles and safety requirements of their work environments. These simulations provide significant return on investment via increased worker productivity. Job-process simulations are used to teach and test job-based procedures, allowing personnel to practice critical components of the tasks required of them. This all takes place in a safe virtual environment where mistakes become learning opportunities instead of costly mishaps.
Livestock Manager Training Simulation
Livestock Manager Training Simulation
This 3D simulation trains pork producers to help pigs stay healthy, resulting in a more productive, and profitable operation. ForgeFX developed this interactive livestock management training simulation, named Virtual Walking the Pens, for Zoetis, formerly Pfizer Animal Health.
Pork producer training simulation, developed for Zoetis (formally Pfizer Animal Health).
Construction Worker Training Simulation
In this training simulation, players confront industry-specific hazards while performing job tasks as safely and effectively as possible. California State Compensation Insurance Fund, having a vested interest in construction site safety, sponsored the development of this project to reduce job site accidents and their associated costs.
Construction Worker Safety Training Simulator for State Compensation Insurance Fund
Military Personnel Training Simulation
The military has a longstanding tradition of employing job training simulations to prepare troops for a wide array of job roles. One specific example is the following simulation which allows soldiers to practice assembling a portable armored wall system, a mission-critical defensive structure, quickly in a safe and risk-free virtual environment. This military training simulation was developed for Dynamic Defense Materials.
Military Equipment Training Simulator
Educational Simulations
Interactive educational simulations immerse students in the learning process, transforming them from passive audience members to active participants who control and experiment with content delivered in a compelling, interactive form. Done correctly, educational simulations use game design principles such as points, awards and badges to engage and maintain the interest of a younger age group.
Interactive Science Labs
For more than a decade, Pearson Education has partnered with ForgeFX to deliver online interactive science activities that help students grasp and master concepts through experiential learning. A wide range of science topics from fields including physics, astronomy, chemistry and geology can be accurately represented in simulations. Students experiment with these interactive models, tinkering with relevant parameters to explore how these systems work in the real world.
Interactive science activity simulating wave motion.
Heifer Village: Nepal
Heifer Village: Nepal, a game-based educational simulation developed for Heifer International, simulates the challenges faced by those living in poverty and hunger. Players take on the role of a teenage villager to experience some of poverty’s challenges and explore ways to address these issues.
Interactive 3D task-based educational simulation game.
Training Simulation Portfolio
Training simulators are a highly-effective tool for providing necessary training to workers. They are cost-effective, safe, and efficient methods for training for complex procedures, tasks, concepts and skills, everything from machine controls familiarization to procedure compliance. Simulation-based training maximizes productivity in the real world and increases a company’s bottom line by lowering training costs and increasing workforce efficiency.
Developing Your Project
As demonstrated by this collection, our custom-built simulations can be developed for almost any training or learning application. We encourage you to contact ForgeFX to discuss how we can create the perfect simulation-based training solution for your organization. We’ll talk with you about your specific requirements, and based on these we’ll work with you to arrive at a detailed proposal to develop and deliver your project. If you need a ballpark price, we can often provide that during initial phone conversations. If you require a more precise estimate and have a detailed project specification in hand, we can typically turn around a firm bid rapidly.