PROFESSIONAL MOBILE CRANE SIMULATORS WITH REALISTIC PHYSICS AND OPERATOR PERFORMANCE ASSESSMENT SYSTEM
APPLE SAFETY develops professional simulators for mobile cranes, excavators, tower cranes, manipulators, forklifts, mining equipment, and more, designed for training operators in construction, industrial, and other sectors. Currently, the key stage of development is the mobile crane simulator.
The solution combines a physical cabin simulator with a digital environment featuring a crane behavior model that closely replicates real operating conditions. Control is carried out using original control systems — joysticks, button panels, and displays that replicate the ergonomics of production equipment.
The development approach is based on the practices of leading international solutions in the field of heavy equipment simulators.
Within the project, APPLE SAFETY focuses on combining these factors with adaptation to local operating conditions and the requirements of the CIS market.
A key element of the development is the training software environment. The simulator includes scenarios of varying complexity — from basic operations to emergency situations, including overload, improper rigging, and loss of stability. This enables the development of skills that cannot be safely practiced on real equipment.
Additionally, an operator performance analysis system is being implemented. It records control parameters, sequences of actions, and errors, providing an objective assessment of the operator’s skill level. This approach allows the simulator to be used not only as a training tool, but also as a qualification assessment system.
The development is intended for use in training centers, construction companies, and enterprises with their own fleet of specialized equipment. The use of simulators helps reduce training costs, minimize equipment wear, and improve industrial safety.
The project is currently in an active development phase. A prototype of the simulator is planned to be presented to the professional community at industry events, including KIOSH 2026.
