Welds are the currency of piping fabrication. SpoolGen excels in weld management. It automatically numbers welds, defines weld types (butt, socket, fillet), and calculates weld volumes. This is crucial for estimating man-hours and welding consumables. It also manages the distinction between "shop welds" (done in the fabrication yard) and "field welds" (done on-site), ensuring the logistics of construction are manageable.
Out of the box, SpoolGen uses standard isometric layout algorithms. However, the software allows for deep customization via . You can define: intergraph smartplant spoolgen
A "spool" is a section of pipe that can be prefabricated in a shop and transported to the site for installation. SpoolGen allows users to define where these spools break, manage welds, and produce detailed fabrication isometrics. Welds are the currency of piping fabrication
Do not spool the entire plant on Day 1. Use a progressive release: This is crucial for estimating man-hours and welding
The weld fit-up took twenty minutes. The repair was signed off before lunch.
Understanding the "digital thread" is essential for a successful implementation.