Excel as a Bridge: Streamlining Simulation Data When Databases Aren’t Ready

Excel as a Bridge: When connected databases aren’t available, simulation projects often face delays and inefficiencies. In this session, Natalia Weis and Cristina Palomares from Lear Corporation present a practical solution: using pre-templated Excel tables to streamline data integration in Siemens Tecnomatix Plant Simulation. This method reduces errors, saves time, and empowers users—regardless of expertise—to manage data efficiently. With a focus on flexibility, standardization, and ease of use, this approach has proven effective across automotive projects and beyond. Attendees will gain actionable insights and see real-world examples of how Excel can act as a powerful bridge between disconnected data and effective simulation.

🌟 AI-Powered Simulation: Integrating LLMs with Plant Simulation for Next-Gen Models

AI and Large Language Models (LLMs) are transforming industrial processes by enhancing Siemens Plant Simulation with intuitive, natural language interfaces. This integration automates simulation model creation through the Automated Simulation Models Generation (ASMG) methodology, allowing faster, more accessible manufacturing system design. By reducing modeling effort and enabling rapid experimentation, AI-driven simulation accelerates optimization. This innovation democratizes advanced simulation tools, improves flexibility, and reduces development time, ushering in a new era of digital manufacturing. Pierpaolo Veltri discusses this at the 2025 Plant Simulation Conference in Amsterdam.

Crane simulation reduces costs while enhancing planning reliability

Crane simulation plays a vital role in optimizing industrial production by improving workflow efficiency and ensuring seamless coordination between human operators and machinery. Integrating remote control systems allows for precise movement and synchronization, minimizing delays and inefficiencies. Accurate simulations also help determine the ideal number of cranes required, preventing costly overdimensioning. Additionally, assessing load distribution on crane runways ensures structural stability and avoids expensive retroactive modifications. By leveraging digital tools, businesses can enhance planning reliability, reduce costs, and improve safety. At the Plant Simulation User Conference 2025, Steffen Bangsow will present insights on optimizing crane-based production systems.

AI in manufacturing: Transforming engineering, production and supply chains

Manufacturing is at a turning point. Rising complexity, supply chain disruptions, and evolving customer demands are pushing traditional methods to…

Medical device, self-injection solutions, SHL-Medical manufacturing simulation analysis and optimization

+25 to 35% intralogistics improvement: Eye-opening simulation and analysis of manual vs. automated intralogistics and ASRS integration through Plant Simulation

SHL Medical’s conference lecture offered insights into their manufacturing simulation analysis and optimization strategies in the medical device industry. They emphasized the transformative impact of automation on production efficiency, inventory control, and process integration. Using Tecnomatix Plant Simulation, SHL Medical showcased their commitment to enhancing operational performance and driving innovation in self-injection solutions. Their presentation highlighted the importance of data-driven decision-making and strategic automation integration to streamline manufacturing processes efficiently.

35% reduction in plant-level fluctuations and 30% expansion of warehouse capacity: Simulation-based optimization for production smoothing in a European food manufacturer

The lecture presents an innovative hybrid simulation-based optimization methodology for production smoothing in the European food industry, aiming to reduce plant-level fluctuations and enhance warehouse capacity, offering significant benefits and insights for industrial production optimization.

Advanced approach to the creation of a logistics simulation model

The lecture explores the transformative potential of logistics simulation modeling using an intelligent logistic library, highlighting its ability to optimize AGV logistics through dynamic simulation techniques.

Smart Factory: Unlocking operational excellence: Integrating Plant Simulation in the era of smart factories

Adrián García, from Alhona, will present a lecture on integrating Plant Simulation into the era of smart factories to achieve operational excellence. Despite the onset of the fifth industrial revolution, many companies have yet to fully leverage its potential. García will discuss the concept of smart factories, highlighting their role in enhancing productivity. He will emphasize the significance of Plant Simulation in this context, shedding light on its contribution to optimizing operational processes within smart factory frameworks.

Building on success: Electrolux group enhances library ecosystem, driving efficiency and innovation

The Electrolux Group lecture at the Siemens Plant Simulation Conference unveils their latest digitalization advancements, focusing on expanding their library ecosystem for enhanced manufacturing efficiency and innovation. Their journey, from 2019 analysis to the 2024 introduction of specialized libraries, showcases reduced development timelines and tailored solutions.