Best Tools for Intergraph Smart 3D

Intergraph Smart 3D Model

For EPC project, the key to the success of a project across the entire lifecycle is to develop and maintain a true digital twin, and the first step is choosing the right design solution. Since selecting the right tool is crucial to improving efficiency, accuracy, and project success.

Despite not having been around for a long time, Intergraph Smart 3D has quickly risen to become the industry leader in 3D CAD modeling and visualization.

Some reasons why Intergraph Smart 3D stands out from the others 3D Design software :

1. Smart 3D adopts a data-centric approach by utilizing a unified database for real-time management of all design data, promoting consistency and minimizing errors. For Owners, dealing with extensive information spread across various databases can pose challenges, while acquiring a precise 3D model during handover is a crucial yet intricate task in the workflow. 

2. Automation and Rule-Based Design: The advanced automation capabilities of Smart 3D empower designers to create rule-based designs, ensuring adherence to predefined standards and automatic identification of clashes or rule violations.  

3. Smart 3D smoothly integrates with engineering analysis software like CAESAR II and PV Elite, providing a comprehensive solution for design and analysis requirements.

4. Smart 3D is designed for scalability in large projects, efficiently handling massive datasets to enhance performance and minimize lag. This is a drawback in smaller tools such as AutoCAD Plant 3D when dealing with larger scales. Whether you are working on intricate large projects or seeking smooth team collaboration, Intergraph Smart 3D offers exceptional performance and adaptability.

This blog post highlights several top tools that are most effective when used in conjunction with Smart 3D software for aiding in Smart3D project administration and 3D modeling.

1. Smart 3D Automation Toolkit : This toolkit is a collection of commands that extend base Smart 3D functionality. From filter creation, workspace manipulations, route enhancements, troubleshooting utilities and other miscellaneous commands.

   Best for pipeline manipulation, isometric break point and troubleshooting.

   
   

   

   Smart3D Automation Toolkit

   
   

2. Smart 3D Graphic Clash Reports : This Tool enable users to create customizable Graphic Clash Reports. This functionality offers means to create clash reports with pictures.

   Graphic Clash Reports functionality allows a user / administrator to :

   - review clashes in active workspace or selected objects

   - update their status/remarks

   - create and review Graphic Clash Reports

   - open and review Graphic Clash Reports created previously

   
   

   

   Smart 3D Graphic clash reports

   
   

3. Smart 3D Parametric Assemblies : This Tool enable users to define and place parametric assemblies. These functionalities offer huge gains in modeling productivity, standardization of designs, reduction in design errors, and simplification of complex modeling workflows. Assembly is defined in text format using parameters for graphic points, dimension/text values, and objects. Assemblies can contain pipelines, pipe runs, branches, equipment connections, piping parts, and supports. The placement command enables the designer to select an assembly, supply parameter values, position and orient graphically, and insert into 3D model.

   
   

   

   Smart 3D Parametric Assemblies

   
   

At Pbtechnic, our team boasts a wealth of knowledge and experience when it comes to Smart3D administration. Our proficient designers are experts in utilizing Smart 3D software to its full potential, ensuring that every project is executed with precision and efficiency. We offer a comprehensive range of services dedicated to handling 3D CAD projects through the innovative Smart 3D software platform, makes us the ideal partner for all your design and drafting needs.