Built Virtually, Cut Perfectly: IndX's Digital Twin Powered by Siemens

Using a CNC coin machine as the example, Ali explains the industry pressure for faster launches, zero defects, and minimal downtime, and shows how a full virtual replica—beyond a 3D model—was designed to run real NC code, test PLC logic, and simulate physics-based motion. IndX's workflow includes creating the coin in Siemens NX CAD, building an exact machine replica with Create My Virtual Machine, validating equipment layout and paths with Plant Simulation, simulating cobot logic and safe physical motion with Process Sim, building a customer coin-order front end with Mendix, and managing the electronic bill of process with Opcenter Execution (BOPEX). The result is a CNC coin machine designed to deliver a perfect first cut without scrap or delays, highlighting a broader future where processes begin virtually so reality runs flawlessly.