NUREMBERG, Germany, Apr 25, 2025 – Together with Koenig & Bauer, Siemens will speed up development and commissioning of printing presses using a new machine automation platform. This standardized, modular platform allows machine builders to create models for predictive maintenance and performance dashboards for each machine component. The companies are collaborating to support machine builders in determining proper machine configurations using a digital twin. They are utilizing Siemens’ Teamcenter PLM software and Siemens NX for product design and engineering to create and maintain a consistent virtual representation of the machine.
Simatic AX software capabilities are available to customers for programming and maintaining Siemens PLCs (programmable logic controllers) – which shortens time-to-market, improves product quality, and simplifies maintenance. The offerings will be available on the Siemens Xcelerator Marketplace.
“The partnership with Koenig & Bauer is proof of Siemens’ dedication to spearheading the digital transformation in the machine industry,” said Rainer Brehm, CEO of factory automation at Siemens. “By combining Koenig & Bauer’s expertise in high-tech printing technology with the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, we’ll deliver comprehensive, flexible, and future-oriented solutions that meet the evolving demands of our customers.”
“This partnership is an important step in sustainably strengthening our innovative capacity and market position,” added Dr Andreas Pleßke, CEO of Koenig & Bauer. “By combining our expertise with the technological know-how of Siemens, we’re creating synergies that will allow groundbreaking developments in mechanical engineering.”
The collaboration between Siemens and Koenig & Bauer is developing hardware and software functions that collect and analyze machine data on component conditions. This work supports improvements in flexibility, efficiency, and competitiveness in the printing press industry.
Source: Siemens
About Siemens Digital Industries (DI)
Siemens Digital Industries (DI), a division of Siemens AG, is a global leader in industrial automation and digitalization. Headquartered in Nuremberg, Germany, DI offers a comprehensive portfolio of software, automation technologies, and digital services designed to optimize the entire product lifecycle – from design and production to operations and maintenance. Established as part of Siemens’ broader industrial operations over 60 years ago, Siemens DI serves various industries, including automotive, aerospace, pharmaceuticals, energy, and electronics. The company is known for its flagship platforms, like Xcelerator and SIMATIC, which enable businesses to drive innovation, efficiency, and sustainability through digital transformation. Siemens DI employs thousands of professionals worldwide and generates an estimated annual revenue of over €18 billion. Its robust ecosystem supports manufacturers in navigating Industry 4.0, providing tools that combine virtual and real-world data to create innovative, flexible, and scalable industrial systems.
About Koenig & Bauer
Koenig & Bauer is a German manufacturer of printing presses, known for its innovation in print technology and engineering excellence. Founded in 1817, it is one of the world’s oldest printing press manufacturers, with over 200 years of industry experience. The company specializes in sheetfed and web offset presses, digital printing systems, and security printing solutions. Its products serve a diverse range of industries including packaging, publishing, banknote production, and industrial printing. Koenig & Bauer is renowned for its high-security printing systems used in producing currency, and passports. The company focuses on sustainability and automation in print production, aligning with modern industrial trends. With operations in over 140 countries, it supports clients globally through manufacturing, sales, and service networks. In 2023, Koenig & Bauer reported annual revenue of approximately €1.3 billion, reflecting its strong presence and continued demand for advanced print technologies.