One simulator for the South African manufacturer, Grindrod Locomotives

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Grindrod Locomotives called on us for the delivery of a simulator copying one of its freight trains.

CLIENT
  • Grindrod Locomotives: South African train manufacturer
PROJECT
  • 1 Compact simulator
  • 100 kilometres of tracks
ROLLING STOCK
  • Grindrod RL22SCN locomotive

 

Usually, train manufacturers order simulators for their customers. Grindrod Locomotives broke with tradition and ordered a simulation solution for its own needs.

 

Convinced of the added value offered by simulators, the South African decided to include them as an option in its future sales. Since owning a simulator became essential, the manufacturer ordered a Compact Simulator of its RL22SCN locomotive.

 

The Compact, delivered in Pretoria in 2015, includes 100 kilometres of tracks and a set of exercises. It enables Grindrod to highlight the benefits of a simulator for freight train operators such as optimising fuel consumption, teaching coupling procedures, familiarising drivers with traction and breaking depending on the length and weight of the vehicle, etc.