This VR Biz Trains Forklift Drivers... and Makes Bank

In this episode the hosts evaluate a $2.1M virtual reality forklift training business generating $600K+ in annual profit and debate whether it’s a durable industrial SaaS opportunity—or a niche hardware rental play facing automation headwinds.

Business Listing – https://flippa.com/12243476-8-y-o-virtual-reality-training-and-workplace-development-platform

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This week, the hosts review an 8-year-old Georgia-based virtual reality forklift training company listed for $2.14M on Flippa. Founded in 2017, the business generates approximately $50K/month in profit (~$600K annually) with 66% margins and a 3.5x earnings multiple. The company sells VR forklift simulators and software licenses to technical colleges and industrial clients, combining hardware kits with recurring licensing revenue.

Key Highlights:
- Asking Price: $2.14M (3.5x profit, ~2.3x revenue)
- Location: Georgia-based VR forklift simulator company
- Strong presence in technical college systems
- Hybrid hardware + software model (not pure SaaS)
- Major debate: long-term viability vs. automation & robotic forklifts

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