Education

Title: From Top Operators: Features You Should Know if You Want to Be One of the Best Part 1

Duration: 1 hour

Available On Demand

Summary

From Top Operators: Features You Should Know if You Want to Be One of the Best
Part 1: Loader Features that Shouldn’t be Overlooked

Most machine operators know the key features of machines in the fleet, but how many have a good working knowledge of features that will save fuel, add control, speed up cycle times or reduce fatigue? It’s these often overlooked features that can help operators of all experience levels work faster at lower cost.

In this first of two parts, you’ll get the inside scoop on the loading features that top operators know make them more productive and valuable on the job. Experts will walk you through loading features and how to use them to your best advantage for a bigger bottom line.

Jason Hurdis
Global Market Professional
Global Construction & Infrastructure, Caterpillar Inc.

Lonnie Fritz
Senior Market Professional
Global Construction & Infrastructure, Caterpillar Inc.

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Title: From Top Operators: Features You Should Know if You Want to Be One of the Best Part 2

Duration: 45 minutes

Available On Demand

Summary - SPONSORED BY CAT

From Top Operators: Features You Should Know if You Want to Be One of the Best
Part 2: Loading Tips & Techniques that Make More Money

Loading applications are a complex set of interactions. Whether loaders are digging into a pile, loading trucks or feeding a crusher, there are many factors that impact cycle time, fuel consumption and payload accuracy. The angle of the bucket, the position of the truck to the loader, and effective use of payload technology are just a few of the factors that impact productivity and profit.

In this second of two parts, you’ll get proven tips on the loading techniques and technology that top producers use to get the most out of every load. Experts will walk you through advantages that can be gained through features in the cab as well as loading and cycling practices that will drive down cost per ton and boost profits.

Jason Hurdis
Global Market Professional
Global Construction & Infrastructure, Caterpillar Inc.

Lonnie Fritz
Senior Market Professional
Global Construction & Infrastructure, Caterpillar Inc.

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Part 32 Aerial Work Platform -

Virtual Class via Zoom

January 13, 2021

Check in 830 am 

Class 9 am to 4 pm

Cost: $130.00 per person - Includes all course materials

Aerial Work Platforms

Instructor: David Magno

*Recognize major hazards associated with aerial work platforms

*Apply the rules and regulations pertaining to aerial work platforms

*Identify the criteria and components of aerial work platform training

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Virtual Class via Zoom

January 13, 2021

Check in 830 am 

Class 9 am to NOON

Cost: $94.00 per person - Includes all course materials

Instructor: Aaron Gundrum

You will learn about: 

Industrial Hygiene Principals, Asbestos, Lead, Cadmium, Silica, Isocyanates, Carbon Monoxide, Chromium VI, Noise

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Virtual Class via Zoom

February 24, 2021

Check in 830 am 

Class 9 am to 4 pm

Cost: $130.00 per person- Includes all course materials

Instructor: Dave Magno

What the class covers:

Part 9 Excavations

Material Handling

Electrical Hazards

Soils Identification

Hazardous Atmosphere

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