NEXUS / THE TRAINING SOFTWARE

Every session.
A step forward.

Modular skill drills, taken in any order, put operators in realistic situations. Trainers get the information to see what’s improving and what needs more practice.

DRIVERS
Single driver
LIFT TYPE
Sit-down counterbalance
ENVIRONMENT
Flat warehouse (included) · ramps and speed doors coming Q1 2027
LOADS
Pallets, bins, wide loads, A-frames
ATTACHMENTS
Fork extensions
Single/double forks
8 more coming Q1 2027

THE COMPLETE NEXUS SYSTEM

Preloaded. Matched.
Ready to go.

Your NEXUS system arrives as a complete training package: computer, VR headset, your choice of platform, steering wheel, pedals and fingertip controller. The software comes preloaded and the system is ready to go upon delivery.

01

Computer + software

A high-performance computer with NEXUS already installed. No need to source a separate computer or install the training software yourself.

02

Headset + immersion

The VR headset is supplied as part of the NEXUS package, matched to the computer and software configuration.

03

Platform + controls

Choose your platform: Fold N Go, portable, packs up and moves with you, or Classroom Standard, a dedicated station for facility-based training. Both include the steering wheel, pedal set and fingertip controller.

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Unpack, position the equipment and connect it for your first training session.

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EXPLORE THE TRAINING MODULES

Start simple. Build capability.

Browse driving, load handling, attachment and practice exercises. Open a category to see each module and its focus.

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Getting started

3 exercises

Learn the controls and begin moving the truck and a pallet.

  • Introduction to ControlsBecome familiar with the simulator controls.
  • Raise Forks and DriveCombine fork positioning with basic driving.
  • Lifting Pallet and TravelPick up a pallet and begin travelling with a load.

Pallets, racking and loading

11 exercises

Build load-handling skills through placement, transport and loading tasks.

  • Introduction to RackingBuild confidence with guided pallet placement, accurate positioning and controlled withdrawal.
  • Introduction to Loading Trucks & TrailersPractice approaching, positioning and placing loads inside a trailer before progressing to advanced loading tasks.
  • Introduction to Unloading Trucks & TrailersRetrieve a pallet from a trailer, back out under control and place it in the staging area.
  • Placing Pallet on RackingPractice placing a pallet into racking.
  • Moving Pallet on RackingReposition a pallet within a racking task.
  • Travelling with PalletPractice driving while carrying a pallet.
  • Complete Test in RackingBring racking skills together in a complete exercise.
  • Loading a Flatbed — BasicPractice the basic flatbed-loading task.
  • Loading a Flatbed — AdvancedProgress to the advanced flatbed-loading task.
  • Loading a Trailer — BasicPractice basic trailer loading at a dock.
  • Loading a Trailer — AdvancedProgress to advanced trailer loading at a dock.

A-Frame Load Handling

4 exercises

Developed for MHSA in Alberta, these sit-down counterbalance exercises build control with tall, wide loads.

  • A-Frame Pick and SetPractice balanced pickup, accurate positioning and controlled placement.
  • Figure 8 with an A-FrameDevelop turning and maneuvering skills while maintaining control of an A-frame load.
  • A-Frame Ramp Handling Coming Q1 2027Practice controlled travel on a ramp with attention to load balance and positioning.
  • A-Frame Trailer LoadingPosition and load A-frames onto a trailer using deliberate, controlled movements.

Driving and stacking drills

9 exercises

Focused exercises develop turning, positioning and stacking skills.

  • Figure 8 CourseFollow a figure-eight driving course.
  • 90-Degree SlalomPractice a sequence of right-angle maneuvers.
  • 90-Degree TurnsDevelop control through right-angle turns.
  • 90-Degree ManeuversPractice offset maneuvering.
  • Pallet StackingPosition and stack pallets.
  • Wire Bin Stacking — BasicBegin stacking wire bins.
  • Wire Bin Stacking — AdvancedProgress to advanced wire-bin stacking.
  • Figure 8 with Wire Bin — IntermediateNavigate a figure-eight course carrying a wire bin.
  • Figure 8 with Pallet and BoxPractice a figure-eight route with a palletized load.

Fork extensions

4 exercises

Learn installation and operation with extended forks.

  • Fork Extension — BasicIntroduction to operating with fork extensions.
  • Extended Fork InstallationPractice the fork-extension installation task.
  • Fork Extension — AdvancedDevelop load-handling skills with extensions.
  • Figure 8 with Fork ExtensionManeuver through a figure-eight course with extensions.

Single/double forks

3 exercises

Practice attachment controls and handling multiple pallets.

  • Introduction to Controls — Single/DoubleLearn the single/double-fork attachment controls.
  • Double Forks Moving a LoadMove a load using double forks.
  • Single/Double Pallet StackingPractice pallet stacking using single/double forks.

Practice variants

11 exercises

Repeat the driving and handling exercises to build familiarity.

  • Figure 8 — PracticeRepeat the figure-eight course.
  • 90-Degree Slalom — PracticeRepeat the slalom exercise.
  • 90-Degree Turns — PracticeRepeat right-angle turns.
  • 90-Degree Maneuvers — PracticeRepeat offset maneuvers.
  • Pallet Stacking — PracticeRepeat pallet stacking.
  • Wire Bin Stacking — PracticeRepeat wire-bin stacking.
  • Box Stacking with Clamp — Advanced PracticeRepeat advanced clamp stacking.
  • Single/Double Pallet Stacking — PracticeRepeat stacking with single/double forks.
  • Wire Bin Stacking — Basic PracticeRepeat introductory wire-bin stacking.
  • Box Stacking with Clamp — Basic PracticeRepeat introductory clamp stacking.
  • Free RoamingPractice instructor-directed tasks in an available training environment.

Coming Q1 2027

11 in development

IN DEVELOPMENT

In development, scheduled for release in Q1 2027. Exercises are being finalised and will be added to this catalogue at release.

  • RampsA module that teaches students how to navigate a ramp, with a range of different loads.
  • Speed doorsApproach, time and drive through high-speed roll-up doors.
  • Carton / box clampPosition and stack boxes with a carton clamp attachment.
  • Carpet poles (long and short)Handle rolled carpet and long coiled loads with a pole attachment.
  • RotatorRotate the carriage to tip and empty loads.
  • Trash tipperLift and empty waste bins.
  • Paper roll clampClamp and move paper rolls.
  • Barrel clampGrip and move drums and barrels.
  • Slip-sheet push/pullPull and push slip-sheet loads without pallets.
  • Basiloid handlingHandle Basiloid loads with the right attachment.
  • Unbalanced loadsLift and travel with off-centre loads.

Attachment exercises: Fork extensions · Single / double forks. More attachments, ramps and speed doors are coming in Q1 2027.

Module names and availability may vary by software version and licensed configuration. We’ll confirm the modules supplied with your system.

LOOKING AHEAD

Training that grows with your work.

These planned modules and concepts are separate from the current catalogue. Release timing is shown where confirmed.

PLANNED · Q1 2027

More attachments, loads and environments

Planned for release in Q1 2027: carton / box clamps, paper roll clamps, rotators, carpet poles, trash tippers, barrel clamps, slip-sheet push/pull, Basiloid handling and unbalanced loads, plus ramps and speed doors in the warehouse, each with task-focused practice.

FUTURE MODULE CONCEPT

Tablet-directed product retrieval

Follow a digital pick list, locate the correct product, verify the selection and move it to a staging area. Designed to connect driving skills with everyday warehouse picking workflows.

FUTURE MODULE

Pre-operation inspection

A planned interactive inspection experience would let students identify equipment issues and distinguish acceptable conditions from defects needing attention. This module remains on hold and is not included in the current release.

SEE THE SKILL. TRACK THE PROGRESS.

Training that trainers can follow.

Every session is recorded and scored, so trainers can see exactly what happened, what’s improving and what needs more practice.

Session replay

Play back every training session from multiple angles on the training computer. Walk through it with the student and show exactly where technique slipped or improved.

Scores and records

Review module scores, completion, timed infractions and student records, all in one place.

Export to Excel

Export data and scores for detailed review: track each student’s progress over time, compare students, groups or shifts, keep records for safety audits and compliance files, and plan refresher training where infractions repeat.

AI-assisted evaluation Coming Q2 2027

AI support to help trainers evaluate sessions, spot repeated errors and suggest which modules a student should practise next.

Also included

  • Admin, trainer and student access
  • Propane and electric lift settings
  • Pedestrians, audio guidance and hand tracking
  • Multilingual settings
  • Trainer-set pass/fail score thresholds
  • Printable completion reports and certificates
  • Trainer notes saved with each session
  • Custom training paths for each student

WATCH NEXUS

From the first controls to focused drills.

Virtual Forklift Simulator

NEXUS quick demo

A short look at single-driver NEXUS training in the virtual warehouse.

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Forklift University

Introduction to controls in VR

Learn the simulator’s forklift controls before the first drill.

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Virtual Forklift Simulator

Figure 8 driving practice drill

Watch a NEXUS counterbalance work through a figure 8 maneuvering drill.

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WHICH SYSTEM FITS?

Start with one driver. Grow from there.

YOU ARE HERE

NEXUS

One driver, one VR headset, sit-down counterbalance. Focused skill drills for individual training.

ADDS STAND-UP LIFTS · PLANNED Q1 2027

NEXUS+

The NEXUS counterbalance plus stand-up counterbalance and stand-up reach. Pick any lift as your primary and add the others as add-on lifts, with a guided learning path.

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MULTI-DRIVER · PLANNED Q1 2027

NEXUS LIVE

NEXUS+ in a shared VR warehouse environment, with an instructor and other drivers in the same session, wherever they are.

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