An article was published on the official Siemens Digital Industries Software website that fills us with pride: Goaltech was highlighted as a success story for its role in the digital transformation of Mexican industry. This mention reinforces our commitment to innovation and the adoption of technologies that drive competitiveness in key sectors.
What does Siemens highlight in its article?
The case study describes how Goaltech, as an authorized Siemens partner, has supported Mexican companies in implementing solutions that optimize processes and reduce costs. The publication highlights our expertise in tools such as Tecnomatix, NX, Solid Edge, and Valor, which are essential for improving efficiency in electronics manufacturing and automation.
Impact on the industry
The official article emphasizes that our collaboration with Siemens is not only focused on software sales, but also on technology integration and specialized training, helping our customers face challenges such as reducing time-to-market and migrating to more agile and digital processes.
Read the full article on the official Siemens website:
At Goaltech, we are proud of this recognition from Siemens, which reflects our commitment to innovation and technological excellence. We invite you to learn more about our solutions and how we can help your company take the next step toward digitalization.
Crucianelli, an Argentine manufacturer of seeders with nearly 70 years of history, has embarked on a deep digital transformation with the goal of becoming one of the top five seeder manufacturers in the world by 2030. To achieve this, the company adopted the full Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, redefining its design, simulation, and manufacturing processes.
From Family Workshop to Innovation Leader
Founded by Don Nazareno Crucianelli in Armstrong, Santa Fe, the company began as a small workshop repairing agricultural machinery. Today, under the leadership of the third generation, Crucianelli blends tradition, sustainability, and technology to tackle modern agricultural challenges such as climate change, labor shortages, and the pressure to increase productivity sustainably.
The Solution: Siemens Xcelerator
With support from partners Simecanic / X-Plan and Descar Argentina, Crucianelli implemented a comprehensive solution based on:
Teamcenter as the PLM backbone, integrated with SAP.
Simcenter 3D for structural and motion analysis.
Designcenter NX for advanced CAD design.
Simcenter STAR-CCM+ for CFD-DEM simulations of seed distribution systems.
Tecnomatix Plant Simulation to digitize manufacturing processes.
Flagship Project: The Dómina Seeder
The Dómina is Crucianelli’s first seeder developed entirely in a digital environment. The engineering team built a FEM model with over one million elements (1D, 2D, and 3D), simulating transport and field conditions. With Simcenter 3D, they optimized load distribution, validated structural integrity, and significantly reduced the need for physical prototypes.
A dual-track simulation strategy was applied: one team focused on motion analysis, while another handled structural validation. The integration between NX and Simcenter enabled early design decisions and faster iterations.
Key Results
Over 40% reduction in development time and physical testing.
Complete digitalization of design, manufacturing, and product configuration.
Performance optimization of new and existing machines, such as the Plantor, using CFD-DEM simulations in STAR-CCM+.
Beyond Design: Digitizing the Factory
Crucianelli is also digitizing its production plant using Tecnomatix Plant Simulation, aiming to optimize processes, logistics, and resources. The long-term goal is to replicate digital twin capabilities across the entire organization.
Training and Knowledge Transfer
Success was also driven by a strong training strategy. Young engineers were trained in structural modeling, mesh reduction, and result interpretation, while preserving the hands-on knowledge of experienced technicians. This combination strengthened the company’s innovation culture.
A Collaborative Ecosystem
The collaboration between Crucianelli, Siemens, and local partners was key. The integration of Teamcenter with SAP, automation of product configurations, and ongoing technical support enabled Crucianelli to accelerate innovation and improve competitiveness.
Conclusion
Crucianelli shows how a family-owned company can lead digital transformation in the agricultural sector. With Siemens Xcelerator, it has improved internal efficiency and developed more robust, precise, and field-ready products.
In an era of digital transformation, companies are seeking engineers who are not only technically proficient but also fluent in the digital tools that are reshaping the manufacturing industry. Graz University of Technology (TU Graz) in Austria is responding to this challenge by equipping students with hands-on experience in model-based design, simulation, automation, and closed-loop manufacturing — all powered by Siemens Xcelerator.
A Modern Education for a Digital Industry
At TU Graz, the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering and Economic Sciences combines mechanical engineering with business insight to educate future-ready professionals. As Dr. Franz Haas, Dean of the faculty, explains:
“Our mission is to develop innovative, interdisciplinary, and holistic solutions for the full lifecycle of products in automotive, energy, and production engineering.”
From the first semesters of the bachelor’s degree through master’s and doctoral programs, TU Graz students are immersed in computer-aided engineering tools and digital workflows. Through the Siemens Xcelerator platform — which includes software, hardware, and services — they gain early access to the same technologies used in cutting-edge global industries.
The smartfactory@tugraz: A Living Lab
At the heart of TU Graz’s innovation ecosystem is the smartfactory@tugraz, a learning and research facility designed to explore and demonstrate agile, autonomous, and digital production. It’s part of the Smart Production Graz initiative and offers:
Real-time production line reconfiguration
Integration of robotics and additive manufacturing
A private 5G network to support industrial IoT
A safe space for companies to test new manufacturing approaches
This environment allows students, researchers, and partners to experiment with advanced concepts — from automated tool transport using mobile manipulators to full-scale digital twin applications.
Software-Based Manufacturing in Action
In the smart factory, students use Siemens Digital Industries Software to explore a fully connected product development and manufacturing process. They apply:
NX™ for CAD/CAM
Teamcenter® for PLM
Simcenter™ Nastran for structural simulation
Tecnomatix® for digital manufacturing and robotics simulation
With this software suite, they can design, simulate, and optimize production processes long before physical implementation. They also use virtual commissioning to test PLCs and automation systems digitally, reducing real-world commissioning time and safety risks.
Closed-Loop Manufacturing and Vertical Integration
Thanks to full data consistency from design to execution, TU Graz students experience true closed-loop manufacturing. Updates made by machine operators in the factory are automatically sent back to the digital design environment via Teamcenter and NX Open, allowing for continuous optimization.
Key advantages include:
Real-time location tracking of mobile assets
Predictive maintenance using machine data
Tool digitization via laser scanning and integration into NX CAM
A connected tool database using Teamcenter X Resource Management
Additionally, the university links its smart factory with other academic pilot factories in Austria using Insights Hub, creating a virtual network of collaborative innovation.
A Model for the Factories of the Future
At TU Graz, future engineers gain practical knowledge that often surpasses what’s currently implemented in industry. With support from Siemens and a full suite of Xcelerator tools, they are trained to think holistically, work sustainably, and lead digital manufacturing initiatives with confidence.
“Siemens software covers the entire product lifecycle, which is key to closed-loop manufacturing,” says Dr. Rudolf Pichler, Head of smartfactory@tugraz. “Using Siemens Xcelerator helps us educate broad-minded and skilled creators of tomorrow’s products and systems.”
