Joseph Machine Company Accelerates Innovation with Digital Twin Technology

Virtual machine models reduce lead times, improve performance, and elevate customer support

Dillsburg, PA – April 29, 2025 At Joseph Machine Company (JMC), innovation isn’t just a buzzword—it’s built into every machine they make. Now, the company is taking that commitment even further by fully integrating digital twin technology into its engineering and manufacturing processes. The Pennsylvania-based manufacturer, known for its automated fabrication equipment for the window, door, and fenestration industries, is using digital twins to create fully interactive virtual models of its machines before production ever begins. These models mirror their real-world counterparts, allowing JMC’s engineering team to simulate, test, and optimize designs digitally—long before a single part hits the shop floor. “Digital twin technology gives us a real advantage in how we design and deliver our machines,” said Tom Vajdic, VP of Sales at Joseph Machine Company. “It lets us explore multiple design options, troubleshoot issues, and fine-tune performance in a virtual environment. That means we’re faster to market, and our customers get equipment that’s already been through its paces before it arrives at their plant.”

Building Smarter, Building Faster

Rather than relying solely on physical prototypes and manual processes, JMC’s digital twin approach enables the company to assemble, commission, and run machines in a simulated environment first. This allows engineers to validate mechanical designs, test system logic, and optimize cycle times—all in a digital space where changes can be made quickly and cost-effectively. The result is a dramatic reduction in development time and improved first-pass success rates during machine build and installation. JMC’s customers, many of whom operate in high-output manufacturing environments, benefit from shorter lead times, smoother startups, and machines that are ready to perform out of the gate. “This is about working smarter at every step,” Vajdic said. “Digital twins give our team the visibility to anticipate and solve problems early—whether it’s mechanical interferences, cycle timing, or control logic validation. That ultimately translates to better machines and less downtime for our customers.”

Lifelong Support, Smarter Upgrades

The use of digital twins doesn’t stop at the design phase. JMC is also applying this technology to enhance its customer support and service capabilities. Virtual models linked to real-world machine data allow JMC to monitor system performance, analyze wear patterns, and recommend preventive maintenance—all of which help customers maximize uptime and extend equipment life. As product demands evolve, digital twins also make it easier for JMC to assist customers with retooling and upgrades. Design changes can be simulated in the virtual model first, minimizing disruption to production and speeding up retrofit timelines.

Driving the Future of Fabrication

The move toward digital twin technology is part of a broader effort at Joseph Machine Company to embrace advanced manufacturing tools and data-driven processes. This initiative supports JMC’s long-standing mission: to provide innovative, reliable, and high-performance equipment that helps customers stay competitive in a fast-changing market. “We see digital twins as a key enabler for the next generation of manufacturing,” said Anthony Pigliacampo, CEO of Joseph Machine Company. “It’s not just about building great machines—it’s about giving our customers the confidence that those machines will deliver exceptional results, day in and day out.” With digital twin technology now at the core of its design and production process, JMC is positioning itself—and its customers—for faster innovation, higher quality, and a smarter approach to fabrication.