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title: Cat® Simulators to debut new excavator simulator alongside VR paving and CTL training at PlantWorx 2025
description: Experience the latest in operator training at PlantWorx 2025 with Cat® Simulators' new excavator, VR paving, and CTL simulators. Visit stand PC-01/-02 from September 23-25.
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 April 28, 2025

# Cat® Simulators to debut new excavator simulator alongside VR paving and CTL training at PlantWorx 2025

    Louise Carney  ·   1 minute read

Cat® Simulators will showcase a range of operator training systems at PlantWorx 2025, including a VR Paving Simulator, a Compact Track Loader (CTL) tabletop unit, and a new version of the **Excavator Simulator**, which will be on display for the first time at the show.

The new Excavator Simulator is currently in development, and while detailed materials are not yet available, visitors can see and experience it themselves at the Newark Showground from **September 23rd to 25th**.

 Alongside the excavator simulator, Cat® Simulators will present two of its latest training systems, developed with input from Caterpillar subject-matter experts and built using authentic Cat® controls.

 The **VR Paving Simulator** is designed to equip new and experienced operators with foundational asphalt paving and compaction skills. Using a VR headset, learners can carry out:

- **Walkaround inspections**

- **Controls familiarisation**
- **Paving the highway** (curved paths, manholes, material feed)  
- **Asphalt compaction** using proven techniques  

The simulator includes a headset, controllers, charger, paving software, and device management tools, and an optional laptop is also available. It’s compact and portable—ideal for training centres or companies working across multiple sites.

Also on show is the **SimLite Compact Track Loader (CTL)** simulator—a **tabletop model** built for portability and remote setups. Training exercises include:

- **Walkaround and machine manoeuvring**

- **Load and carry** (with a bucket or pallet forks)
- **Finish grading** (with a bucket or box blade)
- **Concrete pad removal** using a jackhammer attachment
- **Open training mode** for instructor-led, tailored learning

Both systems support **multiple languages**, include **SimU Campus™** for tracking user progress, and **SimScholars™ curriculum**. This online turn-key curriculum includes lessons, instructor and learner guides, quizzes, tests and videos for use in a classroom or remote delivery. Full **24/7 technical support** is provided.

Whether you're upskilling operators, expanding your training offering, or simply curious about the latest in simulation technology, the Cat® Simulators stand is not to be missed. Visit stand number PC-01/-02

***Join Cat® Simulators at PlantWorx 2025, the UK’s largest working construction exhibition, from 23rd to 25th September at the Newark Showground. Register now for your free fast-track entry tickets to the show - visit [PLANTWORX TICKETS](https://plantworx.yourticketpurchase.com/p/visitor?REFID=websitehomepage)***

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***Find out more at [www.catsimulators.com](http://www.catsimulators.com/).***

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