Genie's Virtual Simulator to Provide Entertainment, Education at ConExpo

Enlarge Image The You Boom simulator will allow show attendees to virtually operate a boom lift.

March 5, 2008 • Genie Industries, Redmond, Wash., will feature a new, interactive virtual attraction dubbed “You Boom” at the 2008 ConExpo show next week. You Boom is a real-time simulation of the Genie® Z™-45/25 articulating boom available for all show attendees to experience.

The object of the You Boom is for the operator to experience a real-time simulation of operating a boom without leaving the ground. Outfitted in a safety vest and lanyard connected to an actual Z™-45/25 platform, the mission is to maneuver the virtual boom and platform into the precise position of the “golden platform.” After a virtual pre-operation inspection, operators will choose from three levels of difficulty (easy, medium and hard) and get to work, navigating through replicated jobsite hazards and obstacles. The program keeps individual scores based on performance.

 

“We are very excited about the addition of ‘You Boom' to the Terex booth,” said Phil McCoy, executive media producer for Genie Industries. “The graphic quality and performance of this crowd-pleasing attraction will catch the attention of all tradeshow spectators.”

 

You Boom will be in the Terex booth, G-200, located in the Gold Lot.