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TRACK & WHEEL - NEWSJOHN DEERE SIMULATORS:A COST-EFFECTIVE TRAINING TOOLThanks to the support of CablePrice and John DeereForestry Equipment, Waiariki Institute of Technology in Rotoruatook delivery of the very first John Deere E-series operatortraining simulator in the southern hemisphere, at the beginningof September.To help reduce traditional training costs and prevent unskilledoperators from using equipment in the field, John DeereForestry has produced this state-of-the-art simulator for E-seriesmachines, complete with new technology that enhances thevirtual environment.John Deere’s operator training simulator is a cost-effective, safeand efficient way for students to learn how to correctly operatea highly-sophisticated forwarder in a controlled environment,before they ever step foot towards a real machine. Highlydetailed and realistic lessons teach proper operator technique,machine controls and safe operation in a virtual job site.“We saw this as the perfect opportunity to support thefuture of the forestry industry in New Zealand, giving the nextgeneration the opportunity to learn how to get the most fromthe state-of-the-art equipment that they will soon be operatingin the field,” says Andrew Crane, CablePrice equipmentproduct manager.Waiariki Institute of Technology showcased the simulator tomedia and invited guests at the opening of the school’s newbuilding and gasification plant, before moving the simulator tothe CablePrice stand at this year’s Forest Industry Expoin Rotorua.“We see this as very significant for Waiariki Institute. We’llbe incorporating the use of this simulator into two of ourcourses: the first, a high-level diploma in forest management;and the second, our practical logging course that has over 200students per year. Primarily, it is a chainsaw based course, butwe also want to provide students with hands-on experienceof operating a forwarder,” says Jeremy Christmas, director ofWaiariki School of Forestry and Primary Industries.Pictured is National MP for Rotorua Todd McClay guided byCablePrice equipment sales specialist Terry Duncan, right. Photokindly supplied by Waiariki Institute of Technology.STAY ON THE RIGHT ROADTHERE’S STILL MORE WORKTO BE DONETRUCK AND BUSTECHNICIANS REQUIREDWe’re Cable Price and we’re looking forskilled technicians. We’ve got plenty onso this is a great time to be joining us.As part of our team you’ll enjoy themachinery, training, support, variety andcompetitive remuneration we offer. We’vebeen trading in New Zealand for 60 yearsand we’re proud of the reputation we’vebuilt. We have 13 branches nationwide,so you don’t need to travel far to accessworld class opportunities. Just check outour website to learn more.cableprice.co.nz0800 555 288www.cableprice.co.nz10 CablePrice