Built on SIMS’ Universal Motion Base platform, the simulator combines immersive VR environments with interchangeable control systems to replicate real forklift operation with a high degree of realism. Operators develop the spatial awareness, load control, and maneuvering skills required for safe forklift operation while training in a controlled, risk-free environment.
By replacing many of the limitations of traditional training—such as site shutdowns, equipment availability, and operational disruption—the simulator enables organizations to deliver accessible, scenario-based training anytime and anywhere.
Supported Equipment:
Counterbalance forklifts
Telehandlers
The Forklift VR Simulator enables organizations to evaluate operator capability before placing them on live equipment.
Through structured simulation scenarios and performance analytics, organizations can identify potential risk behaviours and determine whether additional training or remediation may be required.Approved training providers can use the simulator to deliver structured testing andcertification programs within a controlled VR environment.
This allows training leaders and safety teams to:
The simulator includes a comprehensive set of training scenarios designed to replicate the operational challenges operators encounter in real facilities.
Scenarios are developed in consultation with industry experts and focus on building practical skills and reinforcing safe operating practices.
Training scenarios include:
Equipment driving and maneuvering
Load lifting, carrying, and placement
Obstacle avoidance and facility navigation
Incline and ramp operation
Safe positioning and precision control
These scenarios support operators at all experience levels, from foundational skill development to advanced assessment and remediation.
By allowing operators to practice complex or high-risk situations in simulation, organizations can strengthen operator competence without exposing equipment, product, or facilities to risk.
The Forklift VR Simulator is built on SIMS’ Universal Motion Base, a modular simulation platform designed to support a range of seated vehicle training applications.
The motion base incorporates interchangeable control pods, pedals, and steering columns, allowing the system to adapt to diberent equipment types and future simulator applications.
Key features include:
This platform architecture allows organizations to expand simulation training capabilities while maintaining a consistent hardware system.
Traditional operator evaluation is often limited by observation and subjective judgment.
The SIMS ESP Scoring™ system provides objective performance evaluation using machine telemetry captured during each simulation session.
Operator performance is evaluated across multiple operational metrics and broken into two key categories:
Efficiency
How effectively the operator completes assigned tasks
Safety
How safely the operator performs those tasks
These metrics are combined to generate an overall Proficiency Score, providing organizations with a measurable assessment of operator competence.
This data-driven approach allows training and safety teams to:
Discover how simulation can strengthen operator training and improve operational safety in your industry.
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