I-Sim Awarded Driving Simulator Contracts for D & L Tractor Trailer School And Boise State University Trucking Program
29 June 1999
I-Sim Awarded Driving Simulator Contracts for D & L Tractor Trailer School And Boise State University Trucking ProgramSALT LAKE CITY, June 28 -- I-Sim Corporation, a leading developer and manufacturer of driving-simulation equipment, today announced it has sold two TranSim(TM) simulators, one to D & L Tractor Trailer School and another to the Professional Truck Driving Program of Boise State University. The TranSim simulator teaches new and experienced drivers the proper way to shift a variety of transmissions over a wide range of grades while pulling an assortment of loads. In fact, the TranSim allows a trainer to simulate more than 140 transmissions and over 280 different engines from a variety of manufacturers. In addition, the simulator provides instantaneous miles-per-gallon feedback to drivers and trainers, helping them improve fuel economy through better shifting. Not only can drivers monitor shifting improvement through the TranSim, but they can determine their corresponding fuel savings. Such savings can amount to $40,000 to $100,000 per 100 drivers each year. "While the TranSim is not designed to replace on-the-road training, it is a valuable addition to trucking education," said Reginald Welles, president and CEO of I-Sim. "Students can use the TranSim to learn how to correctly shift, control engine RPMs and increase their fuel-efficiency -- all within the safety of a driving simulator." Practice on the TranSim actually leads to a shorter, safer and less expensive training process. The TranSim reduces training time up to 25 percent. D & L Tractor Trailer School and BSU's Professional Truck Driving Program both use the TranSim in addition to their classroom and on-the-road training. "The TranSim has definitely enhanced our training process and helped our drivers feel more comfortable behind the wheel of an 18-wheeler," said Ralph Dean, program head of the Professional Truck Driving Program of BSU. "Students who have used the simulator come away much more confident and better prepared to drive." "The TranSim takes the edge off the trucking experience and allows students to familiarize themselves with the technical shifting process," said Don Lane, president of D & L Tractor Trailer School. "I've noticed a dramatic increase in our drivers' shifting accuracy since we began using the TranSim." The D & L Tractor Trailer School of Milford, Connecticut was founded by Charles "Don" Lane, Jr. in 1973. The school offers quality, one-on-one training to individuals wanting to pursue a career in the trucking industry. Class A and B Commercial Driver's License training is provided to approximately 300 students each year. Founded in 1985, the Professional Truck Driving Program of Boise State University provides training for the commercial trucking industry to qualified, entry-level drivers. Experienced personnel from the trucking field train between 135 and 140 students each year. BSU's 15-week program consists of classroom, yard and driving pad practice; range, highway and city driving; and an additional six weeks of paid on-the-job training with a participating company. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, I-Sim Corporation is a leading developer of high-performance wheeled-vehicle simulators for driver training in the law enforcement, trucking, military, research and emergency-vehicle markets. I-Sim's simulators provide highly realistic driving experiences without the risk and expense associated with real-world training. For more information about I-Sim and its products, visit the company's Web site at http://www.i-sim.com or call 1-888-259-ISIM.