Blogs & Articles

Camo Construction: How Veteran Talent is Giving the Construction Industry the Boost It Needs

April 24, 2019

Nearly every city in the US is forecasting growth in construction…

Looking for the 'easy' button? A simulator maintenance agreement could be the answer.

September 27, 2018

To keep your simulator and plant in sync requires effort, and often taxes an already busy staff. A little pre-planning can make everyone’s life easier. That’s where a simulator maintenance agreement shines.

'Second simulator' project reaches another major milestone

June 14, 2018

The first of three US nuclear power plants for which GSE is building a full-scope second simulator has completed Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), another major project milestone.

Is your simulator's electrical model meeting industry standards?

March 29, 2018

High-fidelity electrical modeling software allows your plant operations staff to train on the unusual events highlighted in recent guidelines and which are based on historical events.

PPA Procedure Writer Certification: Why you should get certified

March 15, 2018

Procedures drive the safe and efficient operation of the company. They must be well written, clearly understood and accurate to support error-free performance.

Which I/O System is right for your simulator?

February 22, 2018

IO problems causing simulator downtime? In this blog we discuss the pros and cons of custom vs modular IO systems and compare some of the most well-known modular IO system providers.

10 best simulation and training year-end spends

November 20, 2017

When your boss says funds are available at the end of the year, you better have a quote in hand. Here are some quick turnaround projects to put your year-end money to good use!

3 tips for planning your second simulator project

November 8, 2017

We're halfway through the first full-scope nuclear power plant simulator project the US has seen in years and letting you in on 3 tips to help you prepare for and plan your second simulator project.

What is Virtual Commissioning and why is there so much buzz about it?

August 24, 2017

Power plants have their own unique lifecycle and are ever evolving. Whether it’s digitalization of analog, equipment upgrades, environmental systems or advanced control applications, chances are that your plant is consistently in some phase of commissioning new equipment and processes.

Fidelity Matters: What “High-fidelity” Really Means

June 21, 2017

While all simulation vendors claim that they can provide high-fidelity power plant simulators, what does the term “high-fidelity” really mean? If you require a high-fidelity power plant simulator, either by law or by virtue, it is important to note that not all high-fidelity simulators are created equal.

How to Improve Troubleshooting Using Generic Sim

May 3, 2017

Effective troubleshooting is a skill that can make the difference between profit and loss – and between safe operations and front page news. Unfortunately, traditional paper-based troubleshooting exercises don’t provide a realistic experience for learners.

Is simulator availability impacting quality of life? Problem solved.

March 22, 2017

At CONTE 2017, GSE hosted a panel discussion of experts utilizing what the industry has dubbed a “full-scope virtual simulator” to enhance their nuclear plant training programs. This blog post summarizes the key takeaways.