TPI July 2014

products & developments Piping design of mechanical equipment and compact systems

racks that we produce. The pipe classes and PartFinder modules from Smap3D allow me to easily add the correct pipes and supply parts to my database in order to obtain a complete and thorough 3D production drawing.” Mr Leos noted other benefits, such as improved communication with customers, suppliers, service providers and colleagues through P & ID PDF and the use of lists and reports for early orders and changes. In particular, the to-do list supports structured work and helps users to construct 3D models quickly and accurately with the information from the 2D P & ID.

processes could be integrated and coordinated. The goal was to shorten overall production time while improving quality. The basic requirement was the connection to the existing SolidWorks CAD system. The software also needed to be operated by less experienced staff. The components and pipes constructed in 2D P & ID needed to be reused without effort or intermediate steps in the 3D CAD environment. Another requirement involved a filter function with which the suppliers and parts lists can be processed, so that an assessment of the parts used can be made at an earlier date. Daniel Leos, product development and marketing at Cougar Fuel Systems, commented on the result: “In the few weeks in which I have been using Smap3D Piping, I have noticed a significant time savings in drawing the

CAD Partner GmbH is a developer, manufacturer and training provider of Smap3D software solutions, which are used in conjunction with CAD systems in an integrated and consistent design and management process. Cougar Fuel Systems, a producer of fuel systems for the emergency supply of critical facilities, uses Smap3D P & ID and Smap3D Piping in combination with the SolidWorks CAD system for the drafting and construction of pipelines. The Smap3D solution provides an integrated design process from 2D to 3D flow chart diagram based on central pipe class definitions. Automatic program connections (no export/import) enable the sharing of information and data from one process step to another. Cougar was looking for an opportunity to optimise workflows in such a way that various demanding design

CAD Partner GmbH – Germany info@cadpartner.de www.smap3d.com

Cougar Fuel Systems, Inc – USA info@cougarfuelsystems.com www.cougarfuelsystems.com Duplex and Super Duplex fittings

pitting in almost all corrosive media. They also provide good weldability, which is essential for processing butt- welding fittings efficiently. Erne Fittings, as a Norsok-approved supplier, provides seamless butt- welding fittings in Super Duplex UNS S32750 (up to 6") and Duplex UNS S31803/S32205 (up to 8"), with wall thicknesses S10S, S40S, S80S, S120 and S160 from stock. Other Duplex and Super Duplex products or dimensions are available on request. The company’s products are used worldwide in offshore platforms, oil and gas fields, refineries, chemical plants, ships, power stations and other demanding industrial sectors.

Erne Fittings is a manufacturer and supplier of butt-welding fittings such as elbows, tees and reducers from 21.3 to 1,016mm, external diameter and wall-thicknesses up to 50mm, made of alloyed, unalloyed, stainless steels and special materials. Duplex and Super Duplex combine high strength and toughness with corrosion properties. The steel grades are prominent for their resistance against stress corrosion cracking (SCC) and

Super Duplex fittings from Erne

Erne Fittings GmbH – Austria office@ernefittings.com www.ernefittings.com

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