Training has become a very important part of the business model for many companies around the globe and Bucyrus is no different.

To ensure that their shovels, draglines and rotary drills perform safely and productively to the highest degree, Bucyrus provides customers with professional training products and services as a part of every machine sale.

To better support Bucyrus customers and to add value to their product line, the South Milwaukee Technical Training Group is introducing several new training products and services:

VAST for Electric Mining Shovels - VAST stands for ‘value added simulation training’ and is used to train operators in the safe and efficient operation of a Bucyrus shovel. A cost effective PC-based shovel simulator, VAST is designed to reduce training costs, increase productivity, and improve training effectiveness. VAST is now available for purchase and a short video is available for viewing on the Bucyrus website.

Computer Based Training Modules (CBT) – A series of CBTs are under development for the 495 shovel. Each module is designed to be highly visual and interactive with the student, enhancing the learning experience and improving knowledge transfer. Modules contain a series of lessons that begin with the basics and then advance to more complex information. They are fully narrated and contain periodic knowledge checks and examinations throughout.

Learning Management System (LMS) – Bucyrus is implementing a LMS to efficiently deliver CBTs to customers via the world-wide-web. The LMS is a valuable delivery tool that also captures student data and test scores.

Plans are under way for classes to be offered regionally in the USA and Canada , as well as at the South Milwaukee Technical Training Centre. Course topics vary and can be customized to suit customer need. The Technical Training Centre will be ready in the third quarter of 2009 and will consist of two general training rooms and one electrical training room. The electrical room will be outfitted with a variety of simulators that can be used for training purposes as well as for diagnosing and troubleshooting problems on both AC and DC machines.

Bucyrus is also improving customer training support for in-field operator, mechanical and electrical training through the expansion of resources. These resources include additional instructors and standardized, high quality, electronic training presentations.

Training is absolutely critical to the success of the mining industry. In providing their customers with new and innovative training solutions, Bucyrus solidifies its position as the preferred provider of shovels, rotary drills and draglines for the mining industry.

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