Friday, November 29, 2024

Simlog’s Shipping Container Unloading module teaches safe material handling in one of the most challenging forklift tasks: working within the tight confines of a container. Operators are tested on their ability to maneuver, lift, and place loads with minimal clearance on all sides.

The demo illustrates how this scenario builds core competencies such as steering precision, load stability, and forward planning—equipping users with skills needed for ports, warehouses, and freight centers.

Friday, November 29, 2024

The Dry Van Trailer Loading module challenges trainees to operate in confined trailer spaces, simulating real-world shipping environments. Users must maintain forklift control while navigating tight clearances and stacking pallets safely inside the trailer.

This demo captures how the simulator replicates critical aspects of trailer loading—including smooth entry/exit, pallet alignment, and managing limited visibility—ensuring learners are job-ready from day one.

Friday, November 29, 2024

In the Selective Pallet Racks 1 module, operators learn how to accurately handle pallets in a high-density storage system. This simulation enhances spatial awareness, vertical lifting accuracy, and horizontal control—key skills for maintaining warehouse productivity and avoiding costly errors.

The video demonstrates how the simulator helps users build consistency and confidence when placing and retrieving pallets from various rack levels, including proper fork alignment and depth control.

Monday, January 20, 2025

Friday, November 29, 2024

The Drive-In / Drive-Through Racks module trains users on the complexities of maneuvering in tight warehouse aisles with limited visibility. This simulation emphasizes alignment, precision, and safe entry/exit from racking systems, skills essential for real-world efficiency and safety.

This demo shows operators navigating into the racking system with care, placing and retrieving loads while avoiding collisions—perfect for reinforcing best practices in space-restricted warehouse environments.

  • Electronics: PLC Programming & Troubleshooting

Electronics PLC Programming & Troubleshooting Training

Amatrol’s Electronics PLC Programming and Troubleshooting systems deliver industry-relevant, hands-on training with real-world components from leading manufacturers like Allen-Bradley, Siemens, and Mitsubishi. These systems teach critical automation skills including PLC operation, ladder logic programming, motor control, analog and digital I/O, event sequencing, and systematic troubleshooting—all essential for success in modern manufacturing and industrial environments.

From fully integrated workstations to portable learning systems, Amatrol offers flexible solutions that support in-depth learning in both classroom and on-site settings. Each system features interactive multimedia curriculum and FaultPro software for realistic fault insertion and diagnostics practice, ensuring learners build confidence in diagnosing and resolving real-world automation issues. Prepare students or trainees for tomorrow’s workforce with advanced PLC training that meets the needs of today’s technology.

Monday, February 5, 2024

At LIFT’s advanced manufacturing headquarters in Detroit, training the future workforce is a core mission. This video takes you inside the LIFT Learning Lab, where students engage with hands-on Amatrol training systems—from robotics and hydraulics to electronics and pneumatics. The lab features cutting-edge equipment, including the Pegasus robot, to help learners build real-world technical skills.

Hear from STEM Talent Program Manager Bernie Simms, Learning Lab Manager Jihad Mims, and Instructor Isaac Vanover as they highlight the impact of the IGNITE: Mastering Manufacturing program, developed in partnership with Amatrol. With students gaining confidence and exploring career paths in welding, automotive, and smart manufacturing, the program is truly igniting passion and purpose in the next generation of skilled workers.

Monday, March 18, 2024

This video highlights the impressive Industrial Tech-Ed program at Williams Bay High School in Wisconsin, where students gain real-world experience with advanced automation and Industry 4.0 technologies. The elective program offers hands-on training with pneumatic controls, AC/DC electrical systems, smart sensors, hydraulic systems, and industrial robotics.

Led by instructor Jacob White, the program empowers students to not only understand how each system functions but also how to integrate them creatively. By learning to think critically and problem-solve using interconnected technologies, students build a strong foundation for future careers in modern manufacturing environments.

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Explore Ivy Tech Lafayette’s vision for the future of manufacturing in this engaging video featuring Academic Dean Bryce Eaton and student Gage Baer. Through a dynamic partnership with Amatrol, Ivy Tech Lafayette provides hands-on training in a state-of-the-art manufacturing lab that mirrors real industrial settings—including fluid power systems and advanced automation cells.

With a strong emphasis on renewable energy and smart technologies, the Energy Technology and Advanced Manufacturing programs are equipping students with the skills needed to thrive in Indiana’s growing industrial landscape. Discover how Ivy Tech is fostering innovation, sustainability, and workforce readiness in the heart of the Midwest.

Monday, April 15, 2024

Experience the future of manufacturing with Lakeshore Technical College! In this video, Dean of Applied Technology and Economic Development Rachel Kroeplien is joined by instructors Matt Roskopf and Brendo Olds for an inspiring look at how hands-on training and Industry 4.0 certifications are transforming their students' futures.

Through a powerful partnership with Amatrol and SACA (Smart Automation Certification Alliance), Lakeshore’s advanced manufacturing lab mirrors real-world industrial environments—complete with fluid power systems, robotics, and cutting-edge automation technology. Learn how Lakeshore Tech is preparing Wisconsin’s workforce for a rapidly evolving industry and helping students ignite a passion for innovation and technical careers.

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  • DAC Model: 373-195
    Item Number:
    373-195
    A full cutaway view of the valve body exposes the complete internal design characteristics, flow path, valve stem, compressor connection, backseat, front-seat, packing and gauge port, while retaining its operational characteristics.
  • Chemical Engineering Training Equipment
    Item Number:
    REA/3000
    Pignat's Computerized Chemical Reactor (REA/3000) is a one-gallon, controlled, multi-purpose, jacketed glass reactor system specifically designed for education and research. This unit supports the study of controlled batch chemical reactions and allows students to operate and experience reaction processes and modify the variables upon which the reactions being studied are based.
  • HVAC Training Models
    Item Number:
    373-519
    This Condenser Pressure Control Valve (KVR) Cutaway provides a full cutaway view of a control valve that exposes the complete internal components and operating principles.
  • Hard Hat VR Confined Space Training
    The Confined Space Entry simulation is ideal for future employees or supervisors who work in or around work environments that utilize confined spaces. This course will equip learners with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely enter and work in confined spaces.
  • Construction Electrical Hazards Training in VR
    The Construction Electrical Hazard awareness simulation is ideal for future employees and supervisors who work in or around active construction sites. The primary goal of this course is to teach workers safe work procedures to follow while working around electrical hazards in a construction environment.
  • Chemical Engineering Lab Solutions
    Item Number:
    DVI/100
    Pignat's compact, benchtop Continuous Distillation trainer (DVI/100) allows students to operate a continuous distillation process. Expertly crafted glass components show the flow of fluid through the complete process in both liquid and gaseous phases. With an efficient startup time, steady-state operation can be reached in 20 minutes.
  • Hands-On Industrial Process System Training
    Item Number:
    255
    DAC Worldwide’s Control Valve Cutaway, .75"-1.5" (255) supports realistic classroom training in the operation, construction, and maintenance of a pneumatically-operated control valve used in industrial process systems. The complete internal configuration of the valve’s actuator and body is exposed and showcased through carefully-planned sectioning and color-coding.
  • DAC Worldwide Technical Trainers
    Item Number:
    255K
    DAC Worldwide's dissectible (255K) is a realistic, hands-on valve sample that supports realistic classroom training in the disassembly, inspection, and reassembly of a full-size industrial diaphragm-actuated control valve.
  • Control Valve Positioner Cutaway (273-810)
    Item Number:
    273-810
    DAC Worldwide’s Control Valve Positioner Cutaway (273-810) is a detailed, sectioned, professionally-crafted control valve positioner cutaway that depicts a common control valve positioner.
  • Chemical Engineering Lab Solutions
    Item Number:
    ABR/3000
    The regeneration process is observed on the second column, which is continuously fed. An energy‐saving heat exchanger is placed between the two columns to optimize energy usage. With this unit, students are able to study various control loops, determine mass balance, and process efficiency. The unit also includes a LabView monitoring system.

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