Beyond a name change: Your Altair rebranding guide
This article explains how Siemens is integrating Altair’s portfolio into Siemens Xcelerator and what it means for engineering teams.
Following each acquisition, Siemens has consistently demonstrated strong brand transformation by integrating new technologies into a unified, cohesive portfolio. Previous consolidations brought together technologies such as LMS, CD-adapco, and Mentor Graphics under a single identity, creating a comprehensive simulation ecosystem spanning early design exploration through to full-scale testing and validation.
This evolution was far more than a rebrand. It marked a fundamental shift toward integrated workflows that connected 1D system simulation, 3D CFD, structural analysis, and physical testing. The impact was tangible: customers achieved significant reductions in development time by moving from disconnected tools to unified Simcenter workflows.
A new chapter: Bringing Altair into Siemens Xcelerator
Today, Siemens is taking the next step.
With the acquisition of Altair, Siemens brings together simulation, artificial intelligence (AI), and high-performance computing (HPC) under one roof—further strengthening the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio. (Siemens Xcelerator is an open digital business platform where companies of any size can find, try, and buy the technologies they need to run better).
Think of it as a constellation coming into sharper alignment. What was once a collection of powerful, individual tools is evolving into a more unified, intelligent ecosystem that accelerates innovation, streamlines workflows, and unlocks deeper insights across the entire product lifecycle.
More than rebranding: A strategic transformation
This Altair rebranding guide reflects more than a change in names. It marks a strategic leap forward. Through integration with Siemens Xcelerator, the portfolio is evolving into a more connected, scalable, and powerful offering that encompasses engineering and simulation, data science and AI, and high-performance computing.
Trusted solutions such as Rapidminer (data analytics and AI) and HPCWorks (high-performance computing) are retaining their core strengths. Simcenter portfolio, now including Altair HyperWorks products, is becoming the most powerful simulation and testing portfolio.
This is enterprise technology evolution at its best — preserving what works while enabling faster innovation, greater automation, and improved scalability.
Continuity meets innovation
Transformation is also about continuity.
Behind every updated product name is a legacy of proven performance, now aligned to a clearer vision and a stronger, unified identity.
As you navigate this new landscape, you’ll see how each solution connects into a broader ecosystem—one designed to help you work with greater clarity, efficiency, and confidence.
Explore the new landscape
Simcenter simulation and test solutions
As part of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, Simcenter brings together simulation and testing with AI and high-performance computing to solve the most complex engineering challenges.
Building on its existing strengths, a majority of the Altair portfolio is now integrated into the Simcenter brand, extending its capabilities and reinforcing its position as a leading end-to-end simulation ecosystem.
Modeling and visualization – for creating, manipulating and visualizing models, simulation results and complex data sets:
| Existing name | New name |
| Altair HyperMesh | Simcenter Hypermesh |
| Altair HyperGraph | Simcenter Hypergraph |
| Altair HyperGraph3D | Simcenter Hypergraph3D |
| Altair HyperView | Simcenter Hyperview |
| Altair Inspire | Simcenter Inspire |
| Altair SimLab | Simcenter Simlab |
| Altair Inspire Render | Simcenter Inspire Render |
| Altair NVH Director | Simcenter Hypermesh NVH Full Vehicle |
| Altair HyperMesh Crash | Simcenter Hypermesh Crash |
| Altair HyperMesh CFD | Simcenter Hypermesh CFD |
| Altair Squeak and Rattle Director | Simcenter Hypermesh NVH Squeak and Rattle |
| Altair HyperCrash | Simcenter Hypercrash |
| Altair Safety Report Manager | Simcenter Safety Report Manager |
| Altair S-FRAME | Simcenter S-Frame |
| Altair Battery Damage Identifier | Simcenter Battery Damage Identifier |
| Altair MotionView | Simcenter Motionview |
| Altair Multi-Disciplinary Optimization Director | Simcenter Multi-Disciplinary Optimization Director |
| Altair Geomechanics Director | Simcenter Geomechanics |
Systems simulation – for optimizing system performance early in the design stages
| Existing name | New name |
| Altair Compose | Simcenter Compose |
| Altair PSIM | Simcenter PSIM |
| Altair Embed | Simcenter Embed |
| Altair Twin Activate | Simcenter Twin Activate |
| Altair Flow Simulator | Simcenter Flow Simulator |
Mechanical and manufacturing simulation – for predicting mechanical performance across multiple disciplines using computer-aided engineering (CAE)
| Existing name | New name |
| Altair ESAComp | Simcenter ESAComp |
| Altair GENESIS | Simcenter Genesis |
| Altair HyperLife | Simcenter Hyperlife |
| Altair Inspire Cast | Simcenter Inspire Cast |
| Altair Inspire Extrude Metal | Simcenter Inspire Extrude Metal |
| Altair Inspire Extrude Polymer | Simcenter Inspire Extrude Polymer |
| Altair Inspire Form | Simcenter Inspire Form |
| Altair Inspire Mold | Simcenter Inspire Mold |
| Altair Inspire PolyFoam | Simcenter Inspire Polyfoam |
| Altair Inspire Studio | Simcenter Inspire Studio |
| Altair MotionSolve | Simcenter Motionsolve |
| Altair OptiStruct | Simcenter Optistruct |
| Altair Radioss | Simcenter Radioss |
| Altair SEAM | Simcenter SEAM |
| Altair SimSolid | Simcenter Simsolid |
Fluids simulation – for multiphysics computational fluid dynamics (CFD) simulation
| Existing name | New name |
| Altair EDEM | Simcenter EDEM |
| Altair FlightStream | Simcenter Flightstream |
| Altair ultraFluidX | Simcenter Ultrafluid |
| Altair nanoFluidX | Simcenter Nanofluid |
| Altair AcuSolve | Simcenter Acusolve |
Electromagnetics simulation – for delivering high-performance electromagnetic analysis across low- and high-frequency applications
| Existing name | New name |
| Altair e-Motor Director | Simcenter E-Motor Director |
| Altair e-Motor Platform Optimization | Simcenter E-Motor Platform Optimization |
| Altair Feko | Simcenter Feko |
| Altair Flux | Simcenter Flux |
| Altair FluxMotor | Simcenter Fluxmotor |
Engineering applications and engineering AI – for leveraging machine learning and predictive analytics to enhance engineering workflows and exploring design space
| Existing name | New name |
| Altair HyperStudy | Simcenter Hyperstudy |
| Altair Material Data Center | Simcenter Material Data Center |
| Altair Material Modeler | Simcenter Material Modeler |
| Altair Multiscale Designer | Simcenter Multiscale Designer |
| Altair OmniV | Simcenter OmniV |
| Altair PhysicsAI | Simcenter PhysicsAI |
| Altair PhysicsAI Studio | Simcenter PhysicsAIStudio |
| Altair Pulse | Simcenter Pulse Studio |
| Altair romAI | Simcenter RomAI |
| Altair Weight Analytics | Simcenter Weight Analytics |
Rapidminer is an end-to-end enterprise artificial intelligence and analytics solution that enables modernization and automation for diverse analytics teams. The portfolio consists of:
| Existing name | New name |
| Altair RapidMiner Platform | Rapidminer |
| Altair AI Studio | Rapidminer AI Studio |
| Altair AI Cloud | Rapidminer AI Cloud |
| Altair AI Hub | Rapidminer AI Hub |
| Altair Knowledge Studio | Rapidminer Knowledge Studio |
| Altair Knowledge Studio for Apache Spark | Rapidminer Knowledge Studio for Apache Spark |
| Altair Knowledge Seeker | Rapidminer Knowledge Seeker |
| Altair Monarch Complete | Rapidminer Monarch |
| Monarch Data Prep Studio | Rapidminer Monarch Data Prep Studio |
| Monarch Server | Rapidminer Monarch Server |
| Altair Panopticon | Rapidminer Panopticon |
| Altair Analytics Workbench | Rapidminer Analytics Workbench |
| Altair SLC | Rapidminer SLC |
| Altair SLC Hub | Rapidminer SLC Hub |
| Altair Unlimited Data Analytics Appliance | Rapidminer Unlimited Data Analytics Appliance |
| Altair Graph Studio | Rapidminer Graph Studio |
| Altair Graph Lakehouse | Rapidminer Graph Lakehouse |
The HPCWorks is a comprehensive high-performance computing and cloud platform designed to optimize resources, streamline administration, and drive breakthroughs in HPC and simulation:
| Existing name | New name |
| Altair HPCWorks | HPCWorks |
| Altair Unlimited | HPCWorks Unlimited |
| Altair Access | HPCWorks Access |
| Altair Allocator | HPCWorks Allocator |
| Altair FlowTracer | HPCWorks Flowtracer |
| Altair Hero | HPCWorks Hero |
| Altair InsightPro | HPCWorks Insight Pro |
| Altair InsightPro for License Analytics | HPCWorks Insight Pro License Analytics |
| Altair Breeze | HPCWorks Breeze |
| Altair Desktop Software Usage Analytics | HPCWorks Desktop Software Usage Analytics |
| Altair Control | HPCWorks Control |
| Altair Monitor | HPCWorks Monitor |
| Altair Software Asset Optimization | HPCWorks Software Asset Optimization |
| Altair NavOps | HPCWorks Navops |
| Altair PBS Professional | HPCWorks PBS Professional |
| Altair Mistral | HPCWorks Mistral |
| Altair Grid Engine | HPCWorks Grid Engine |
Altair One is a cloud innovation gateway designed to facilitate collaborative engineering, data engineering, and analytical application development:
| Existing name | New name |
| Altair One | Altair One |
Not just a cosmetic rebrand
In short, this rebranding is more than just a refresh. It’s a strategic step toward a more connected, scalable, and innovation-driven platform. Designed to be additive, not disruptive, it preserves the tools and workflows you rely on today while enhancing how they will work together.
Changes focus on naming, packaging, and integration; so, in essence, it’s the same trusted technology. At the same time, deeper integration across data analytics, simulation and high-performance computing will strengthen end-to-end workflows and enable true digital thread continuity so you will spend less time moving data between disconnected systems.
The result: a more unified experience, faster insights, and greater confidence to innovate at scale.
PS. If you don’t see the name of a product you use on these lists, we may have inadvertently left it out! For a comprehensive list, please go to https://www.siemens.com/en-gb/company/digital-industries-software-trademarks/
