Airplanes, vehicles, HVAC systems, and metal fixtures like shelving and structural furniture all start the same way: flat metal, shaped with precision. But the machines behind this process are not easy to access. They require skill, certification, and come with real safety risks, which means most people only get hands-on experience much later in their training, if at all.
Industry data shows that 49% of injuries involving these machines result in amputation, often caused by improper access, timing, or human error. Because of this, access to real equipment is tightly controlled, limiting when and how people can actually learn.
That’s where the gap begins. There’s a disconnect between learning and doing, and it directly affects how prepared someone is when it matters most.
So the question becomes: what if hands-on training could start earlier, without the risk?
At Nexvo, we are building the next generation of training through extended reality. One of our early prototypes focuses on bending metal using an Accurpress press brake, turning a high-risk, limited-access process into an interactive training experience.
This allows users to understand how the machine works, practice real tasks, and build confidence before ever stepping into a physical environment.
Behind this is our Director of XR, Tom Truong, whose background spans a decade of experience in advanced 3D systems, immersive environments, and large-scale interactive development. His experience includes work on AAA titles like Assassin’s Creed and XR applications across industries such as healthcare and simulation-based training.
That foundation ensures what we build is not just visually realistic, but practical, responsive, and grounded in real-world use.
This is where training moves from theory into something you can actually experience.
Users put on a VR headset like the Meta Quest and see a realistic, interactive machine in front of them, while still seeing and moving within their real-world space.
They are placed directly in front of the virtual press brake and guided through how it works, allowing them to learn by doing instead of just watching.
As they go through the process, they can test decisions, understand how the machine responds, and build confidence through repetition. There is no pressure, no material waste, and no safety risk, which means they can focus entirely on learning and improving before ever stepping into a real setting.
It also gives instructors a clearer way to track progress, making training more structured and measurable without constant supervision. Users can train together in shared environments while instructors observe and guide in real time.
Training in industries like manufacturing is limited by access, cost, and safety. XR removes those barriers by allowing people to train earlier, practice more often, and build confidence before entering real environments. It is not a replacement for hands-on work, it is a smarter way to prepare for it.
We showcased this experience last year at the University of Winnipeg, where users explored this approach firsthand. The value became clear the moment they stepped into it. This reflects where learning is heading and where educational institutions need to start investing to better prepare future generations.
While this prototype focuses on mechanical training, the approach extends far beyond it.
At Nexvo, we design custom XR environments across industries including healthcare, education, real estate, tourism, and events, built around how your business operates, trains, and grows. If you are looking to improve training, reduce risk, and create more engaging experiences, this is where it starts.
To learn more about our XR services, visit our XR page.
