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Description

AutoCAD includes the 2022 Plant 3D toolset, which allows users to design and modify P&IDs, build 3D models, and generate piping orthographics and isometrics using specialized tools tailored for plant design. This toolset facilitates collaboration among project teams, ensuring compliance with industry standards while operating within a cloud-based common data environment. Standard symbol libraries, such as PIP, ISA, ISO/DIN, and JIS, are readily available in the tool palettes for efficient usage. Users can easily detect potential errors by analyzing P&IDs for data consistency based on customizable rules. Moreover, the tool enables rapid creation of 3D plant models utilizing parametric equipment modeling, structural steel libraries, and project-specific piping specifications derived from established piping catalogs. As the 3D model evolves, users can directly extract and update piping orthographic drawings, ensuring that all representations remain accurate. Additionally, collaboration with different industry disciplines is essential for generating comprehensive BIM models for plant projects, enhancing overall project efficiency and accuracy.

Description

Pipe-Pro is an all-encompassing pipe estimating solution that features both a pipe estimating application and an Excel recap sheet. The program stands out for its affordability, ease of use, and adaptability to various user needs. Compatible with both 32 and 64-bit processors, it operates smoothly on Windows XP, Vista, and Windows 7. The estimating component allows users to input quantities of pipes, valves, and fittings, which are then multiplied by material costs and labor productivity rates measured in hours per unit. Users can customize the material descriptions and labor factors to fit their specific business requirements. With several piping types already included, the software ensures a quick startup and supports up to 500 distinct piping or material categories, each with a capacity of 996 items. Additionally, while material prices and labor descriptions come preloaded, users have the flexibility to adjust these values according to national standards or their own established benchmarks, making it a versatile tool for any company involved in piping. This adaptability greatly enhances the program's utility, allowing for tailored solutions in diverse operational environments.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

Intratech 3D PDF Exporter Yes 
Newforma Yes 

Integrations

Intratech 3D PDF Exporter No 
Newforma No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

No price information available.
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App Yes 
iPad App Yes 
Android App Yes 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based No 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows Yes 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) Yes 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Autodesk

Founded

1982

Country

United States

Website

autocad.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Professional Estimating Systems

Country

United States

Website

www.professionalestimatingsystems.com/software-2.html

Product Features

3D Modeling

2D Drawing No 
Animation No 
Annotations No 
Bill of Materials No 
Character Modeling No 
Collaboration Tools No 
Component Library No 
Data Import / Export No 
For 3D Printing No 
For Architects No 
For Manufacturers No 
Reference Management No 
Simulation No 

BIM

2D Drawing No 
3D Modeling No 
Change Management No 
Collaboration No 
Conflict Tracking No 
Design Modeling No 
Document Management No 
For Facility Management No 
Mobile Access No 
Scheduling No 

Computer-Aided Engineering (CAE)

CAD/CAM Compatibility No 
Finite Element Analysis No 
Fluid Dynamics No 
Import / Export Files No 
Integrated 3D Modeling No 
Manufacturing Process Simulation No 
Mechanical Event Simulation No 
Multibody Dynamics No 
Thermal Analysis No 

Product Features

Plumbing Estimating

Change Orders No 
Commercial / Industrial No 
Cost Database No 
Data Import / Export Yes 
Fitting Management No 
For General Contractor No 
Overhead Costs Estimating No 
Prebuilt Assembly No 
Quotes / Proposals No 
Takeoff Yes 

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