Siemens and TRUMPF have announced a partnership aimed at improving digital manufacturing and preparing the industry for artificial intelligence (AI) applications. The collaboration focuses on bridging the gap between information technology (IT) and operational technology (OT) systems, an issue that has limited production efficiency and innovation in manufacturing.
The two companies plan to use Siemens' Xcelerator portfolio alongside TRUMPF's expertise in manufacturing to develop solutions that connect IT and OT systems. Their joint efforts include working on open and interoperable IT interfaces designed to advance AI readiness for motion control applications.
“Real transformation in a factory begins when machines on the shop floor are connected through a shared digital backbone – so that data flows seamlessly, decisions happen faster, and production responds to changing conditions,” said Cedrik Neike, Member of the Managing Board at Siemens AG and CEO of Siemens Digital Industries. “By working with TRUMPF, we’re making that connection effortless. We’re bridging the gap between IT and OT so that manufacturers can move faster, adapt in real time, and prepare for the AI era. I’m proud to see two European champions leading the way.”
In modern industrial environments, software integration with hardware is becoming increasingly important for achieving flexibility, efficiency, and value creation. Siemens and TRUMPF believe that their partnership will help address these complexities by fostering collaboration between development teams from both organizations. This approach is expected to enable faster innovation cycles and better integration of hardware and software through standardized interfaces.
The companies state that customers will benefit from modular system architecture and unified solutions that allow seamless connectivity between equipment on the shop floor and enterprise-level systems. According to Siemens and TRUMPF, these standardized interfaces are expected to boost operational efficiency, lower engineering costs, and provide scalability for future needs such as AI implementation.
“TRUMPF is a leading company for smart factory solutions in the sheet metal industry. The cooperation with Siemens underpins our position as a solution provider. Thanks to the open standards, our customers will benefit even more from the digital networking of the production – from our machines to robots, grippers and part recognition with the help of AI. We’re taking industrial manufacturing to a whole new level with Siemens", said Stephan Mayer, CEO of Machine Tools at TRUMPF.
The partnership continues regular exchanges among development teams at both companies as they work toward solving key challenges in manufacturing through enhanced ecosystem collaboration.