Run MyVirtual Machine supports a wide range of use cases across the entire CNC workflow - from programming and validation to training and optimization. Based on the controlidentical Digital Twin of SINUMERIK, it enables safe, offline work preparation and realistic simulation that mirrors real machine behavior before machining begins. 
 
Create CNC programs

Run MyVirtual Machine is the offline programming station for SINUMERIK machine tools. In addition to Gcode, you can use the powerful, cyclebased ShopMill and ShopTurn programming environment at no additional cost. 
With the optional Optimize MyProgramming /3D Scanner, even 3D CAD data can be used directly for programming.

Verify CNC programs

With the controlidentical Digital Twin, Run MyVirtual Machine behaves exactly like the real CNC machine. NC programs can be verified offline to ensure errorfree execution, correct tool changes, and realistic cycle times. 
This supports more accurate planning, reliable cost calculation, and predictable production results.

Detect collisions and simulate material removal

Using the optional 3D simulation, the exact movements of all machine components - including axes, tools, and tool changes - are visualized. Potential collisions are detected and logged early, allowing programs to be optimized before machining. Virtual probing can also be used to check final workpiece geometry. 
In combination with Protect MyMachine /3D Twin, the collision protection concept can be extended to the shop floor, enabling realtime collision monitoring on the real machine based on the same digital twin - further increasing machine safety and process reliability.

Operator training

With the authentic SINUMERIK Operate interface and optional hardwareintheloop panels, operators interact exactly as they would on the real machine. The machinecentric simulation mirrors every step - from programming and probing to the finished workpiece - enabling safe, riskfree training without simplification.

Run MyVirtual Machine complements CAM by validating how an NC program will behave on the real control - offline on a PC. In general, CAM (like NX CAM) creates toolpaths and outputs NC code; Run MyVirtual Machine then runs that NC code with control-identical SINUMERIK behavior for high-confidence verification before machining.  
 
If you need to connect third-party systems, Run MyVirtual Machine /Open provides an open API that allows external applications to exchange signals with the virtual control during runtime - typical use cases include integration into third-party 3D simulation systems and CAM systems. Run MyVirtual Machine is directly integrated into the NX CAM workflow, enabling a seamless handover from CAM programming to control-identical validation.

In addition to the Run MyVirtual Machine software, you need a digital twin model of your machine (VCP) — available through various options depending on how precisely the virtual environment should match your real machine:

• Get started using generic machines 
  Run MyVirtual Machine comes with a set of generic machine tool models — from simple 3‑axis machines to advanced 5‑axis configurations and robotic cells. These models are ideal for training and CNC programming, but they do not represent the exact specifications of your real machine.
• Simple digital twin based on machine archive
  Using a backup archive from your SINUMERIK machine, you can create a simple digital twin that mirrors the NC‑specific behavior of your machine. However, it uses a generic PLC controller and does not support 3D kinematics simulation. This cost‑efficient solution is well suited for CNC programming, cycle‑time estimation, as well as testing post processors and machining cycles.
• OEMspecific digital twin 
  The most sophisticated solution is a digital twin directly derived from the engineering data of your machine tool. It includes the true NC and PLC behavior, all OEM‑specific HMI software extensions, as well as a complete 3D kinematics model. It covers all use cases incl. 3D collision analysis.

Siemens works with selected machine tool OEMs to provide joint solutions, where Run MyVirtual Machine is delivered as part of an OEMspecific digital twin package - fully aligned with the real machine and supported by the OEM.

Run MyVirtual Machine – available options

Run MyVirtual Machine is a modular solution that grows with your requirements — choose from a range of options to perfectly match your needs:

• Run MyVirtual Machine /Operate is the basic runtime environment for the Digital Twin of your machine tool. In addition, it provides the familiar SINUMERIK Operate environment for CNC programming incl. ShopMill and ShopTurn and various SINUMERIK options.
• Run MyVirtual Machine /3D is an optional extension to Run MyVirtual Machine /Operate. It adds detailed 3D visualization of the machine working area, including clamping, tools, and material removal throughout all phases of the NC program. This allows potential collisions to be identified and eliminated in advance, ensuring maximum process reliability before production.
• Run MyVirtual Machine /Open is an optional extension to Run MyVirtual Machine /Operate that provides an open API to the virtual CNC. It enables integration with thirdparty simulation systems, CAM solutions, and other software components by allowing external applications to exchange signals with the virtual control during runtime.
• Run MyVirtual Machine /SIMIT Connector is an optional extension to Run MyVirtual Machine /Operate. It enables the connection of virtual CNC with the SIEMENS SIMIT simulation environment. 
  A typical use case is the simulation of a complex automation systems with multiple interconnected machines.

Run MyVirtual Machine is designed for machine tools equipped with SINUMERIK CNC systems.

• Supported CNC controls
  - SINUMERIK ONE
  - SINUMERIK 828D (from CNC-SW V5.25)
• Supported machines 
  Run MyVirtual Machine works with a wide range of milling, turning, and multitechnology machines from various machine tool builders incl. robots.
• OEMspecific solutions 
  Siemens works closely with selected machine tool OEMs to offer joint solutions, where Run MyVirtual Machine is delivered with an OEMspecific digital twin that is precisely aligned with the real machine configuration.

• Use CAM simulation to quickly validate toolpaths, machining strategies, and geometry while programming in CAM.
• Use Run MyVirtual Machine to validate how the NC program will be executed by the real SINUMERIK CNC - offline on a PC - before machining, and for realistic operator training.
• Add Run MyVirtual Machine /3D when you need detailed workspace visualization, material removal simulation, and early detection of potential collisions.
• Add Run MyVirtual Machine /Open only when APIbased integration with thirdparty systems is required, enabling runtime data exchange with external simulation or software components.

Yes. SIEMENS collaborates with selected machine tool OEMs to offer OEM‑specific digital twin solutions that include Run MyVirtual Machine. These joint offers are available via the Siemens Xcelerator Marketplace.

Examples include solutions from:

• TRAK Run MyVirtual Machine
• MAG Digital Twin with Run MyVirtual Machine
• DMG MORI Run MyVirtual Machine
• HELLER Tokn & Digital Twin - Perfect Match for Training

They are based on real machine engineering data and fully aligned with the actual machine configuration, combining control‑identical SINUMERIK behavior with OEM‑specific machine models. This enables highly realistic NC validation, simulation, and operator training - supported jointly by Siemens and the respective OEM.