One of the many partners with NineSigma, Siemens is a global technology powerhouse that has stood for engineering excellence and innovation. The company is active around the globe, focusing on the areas of electrification, automation and digitalization.

Siemens is turning ideas into winning innovations that are setting new standards. It is their conviction that innovation is a teamwork.

Therefore it is their mission to offer access to all companies – both existing suppliers and to companies that wish to become a Siemens supplier in the future – to shape products with their innovative product proposals and collaborate with Siemens engineers for the best solutions. Below are a few RFPs that may be of interest to UA researchers.

User Interface Component

Siemens is seeking a colored touch display that will be mounted in an external housing. The User Interface Component will need to comply with standards for electromagnetic compatibility and mechanical strength. See section “Possible Approaches” for details. Product availability: >8 years (long term availability required). Product in operation time: 15+ years (98% of the time in operation the backlight will be dimmed). The focus should be on a standard product (if needed customized). See here more for details.

Cooling Hose (Medium: Air)

Siemens Energy is seeking a solution for a short hose to supply cooling air for an industrial application. The length should be approximately 1.0-1.5 Ft. The target cost is $25-$60 for hose and fittings and QTY 432 per unit. Internal information: instrument air supplied at 145 PSI, return air at up to 311 Deg F. External information: filtered ambient air in industrial locations. Example is a Teflon hose that has custom machined fittings. See here for more details.