Canadian aerospace company to replace legacy systems with Siemens’ NX and Capital software to streamline engineering and reduce program cycle time
Siemens Digital Industries Software announced today that Bombardier, a global leader in aviation, focused on designing, manufacturing and servicing business jets and specialised mission platforms, has expanded its adoption of the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software for aircraft development to streamline its product engineering processes, meet the challenges of modern aerospace design, and push the boundaries of innovation.
Expanded Software Suite
Bombardier has selected Siemens’ NX™ software for 3D modelling, simulation and manufacturing during aircraft development, and Capital™ software for electronic and electrical systems design. Bombardier has used Siemens’ Teamcenter® software for product lifecycle management (PLM) since 2018. This expansion will enable Bombardier to leverage the comprehensive digital twin across the full aircraft lifecycle to improve performance and shorten programme cycles. The company is replacing its legacy system to create a seamless, integrated digital thread, with Teamcenter as the backbone, bringing mechanical and electrical design together in a collaborative PLM-based environment.
Integration of Mendix Platform
Bombardier has also adopted Siemens’ Mendix™ low-code platform. Its first Mendix application enhances efficiency for end-users by providing search functionality that connects external application data with Teamcenter. The Siemens Xcelerator solution enhances the quality and security of Bombardier’s data while saving time and effort for the internal IT team.
“Bombardier’s selection of a wider set of software from the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio demonstrates the value the company has realised from using our software, as well as the value of a cohesive and comprehensive digital thread to optimise the aircraft development process and accelerate delivery of innovation,” said Todd Tuthill, Vice President of Aerospace & Defence Industry, Siemens Digital Industries Software. “We look forward to continuing our collaboration with Bombardier as we explore the future of a sustainable aerospace industry together.”
“We are pleased to be working closely with Siemens to enhance and optimise our digital aircraft development process,” said Glenn Chapnik, Senior Director, Engineering, Projects, Processes and Tools, Project Planning, Bombardier. “With the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio, we can transform our processing capabilities and maximise all parts of the manufacturing process, seamlessly ensuring a solid pathway for further acceleration and innovation.”
Collaborating on Workforce Development
Bombardier is also working with Siemens to reshape the future of its workforce by partnering with universities and schools to provide students with access to Siemens’ software, helping them to develop the skills required to enter the industry after graduation.
“Using Siemens Xcelerator provides an integrated solution spanning across engineering disciplines and downstream users, which could facilitate the use of consistent processes and leverage collaboration across the enterprise. Bombardier looks forward to what we can achieve from these capabilities,” added Chapnik.
