VRSim, Inc (“VRSim”), the premier developer of interactive VR training solutions for skilled trades, along with Aidex Corporation and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne, is pleased to announce the introduction of SimSpray Go® as part of a new outreach program to introduce local youth to skilled trade careers.

“VRSim’s SimSpray is perfect to train youth in painting and coating. Not only does it provide a very realistic experience and develop muscle memory, [but also] it can be used very safely in a small space and avoids added materials cost,”
said Nicholas Gray, VP of Strategic Partnerships and Workforce Development with Boys and Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne.

Boys and girls using SimSpray Go at the Boys and Girls Clubs Fort Wayne.

The new Jim Kelley Career Pathway Center will use SimSpray Go® as part of their youth training programs. As the leading virtual reality training tool for painting and coatings workforce development, SimSpray® removes barriers to learning by improving access to hands-on training experiences. SimSpray’s ability to teach and engage young learners with in-demand trade skills supports The Boys and Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne’s mission to “inspire all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring and responsible citizens.”

VR skills training is ideal for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne. It allows the club’s participants to encounter many real-life job experiences at a fraction of the cost of similar live training opportunities. Gray added, “we don’t need to wait for paint to dry and can accelerate the learning time. In addition to the materials saved, there will be reduced trainer expense[s] since much of the program is self-guided.” This makes SimSpray® an ideal choice for their painting and coatings training.

According to Gray, the decision to include SimSpray® for experiential training will connect the new career pathway center with local auto body and detailing shops in Fort Wayne who are “lining up for talent”. Gray believes that SimSpray® will help create an expanded and better trained workforce through exposure to this new and cutting-edge technology.

The Boys & Girls Clubs of America has established a “Great Futures Vision” which starts with a world-class Club Experience. Their goal is to have all members on track to graduate from high school with a plan for their future, involved in the community, and living a healthy lifestyle. The statistics from their priority outcome areas demonstrate the immediate and lasting impact on the boys and girls who participate in their programs. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne supports this mission by serving kids aged 6-18 from high-need areas, actively preparing them for adulthood. VRSim, Inc. is a leading provider of virtual reality training solutions for skilled trades. For over 20 years, VRSim’s solutions have prioritized ease of use and practicality to ensure instructor adoption and user engagement. SimSpray® is the leading VR training tool for the painting and coating industry. With hands-on, realistic training environments, customizable training content, and real-time feedback, SimSpray® provides faster, safer, and more cost-effective training experiences.

To learn more about the Boys and Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne, visit BGCFW.org. To learn more about SimSpray® visit SimSpray.net.

About VRSim:

VRSim is a high-demand developer of interactive VR training solutions for skilled trades. VRSim, headquartered in East Hartford, CT, has reimagined industry tradition and developed next-gen training systems for welding, spray painting, construction, manufacturing, and robotics. Their training solutions have been used in programs for high schools, technical colleges, vocational training, and workforce development initiatives. VRSim has partnered with a number of global leaders, including the International Union of Painters and Allied Trades, the National Truck Equipment Association, The Boeing Company, Caterpillar, Saint Gobain, and the U.S. Navy. For more information, please visit: https://vrsim.com/.

VRSim Contacts:
VRSim, Inc.
860-893-0080
Sales: [email protected]
Media: [email protected]

Aidex Contacts:
Justin Chittick
Technical Sales Consultant
Aidex Corporation
765–404-7535

Boys and Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne Contacts:
Joe Jordan
President and CEO Boys & Girls Clubs of Fort Wayne
[email protected]
260-445-9474