OPM - Common modeling within BRCM and Support Engineering

Introduction

This tutorial guides you through the process of integrating models from Bentley Raceway and Cable Management with Open Plant Support Engineering within the Open Plant Modeler environment. It outlines how to efficiently model engineering supports and manage raceways without switching applications, enhancing your workflow and productivity.

Step 1: Access the Open Plant Support Engineering Menu

• Ensure that the Open Plant Support Engineering feature is enabled in your Open Plant Modeler environment.
• Locate the Open Plant Support Engineering menu within the application interface.
• Familiarize yourself with the various options available for modeling engineering supports directly within Open Plant.

Step 2: Model Engineering Supports

• Select the pipe you wish to support.
• Choose the steel component that will serve as the structural support.
• The application will automatically generate the pipe support based on predefined templates. You can also:
  • Pick individual parts that make up the support.
  • Customize the support assembly as needed.

Practical Tip

• Utilize the predefined templates for quicker modeling, but don’t hesitate to customize if your project requires specific configurations.

Step 3: Use Bentley Raceway and Cable Management

• If enabled, access Bentley Raceway and Cable Management from within the Open Plant Modeler.
• To route raceways:
  • Select individual or multiple raceways to model.
  • You can set different vendors for each raceway, ensuring that components match your project specifications.
• During the routing process, fittings will be automatically placed at transitions and when changing directions.

Common Pitfalls to Avoid

• Ensure that you have the correct permissions and settings enabled for both Open Plant Support Engineering and Bentley Raceway features.
• Double-check the compatibility of selected components and fittings to avoid issues later in the modeling process.

Conclusion

In this tutorial, you learned how to access and utilize the Open Plant Support Engineering and Bentley Raceway features within Open Plant Modeler. By following these steps, you can effectively model engineering supports and manage raceways seamlessly. Next, consider exploring additional features within Open Plant to further enhance your modeling capabilities.