AutoPIPE V8i SELECTseries 3 version 09.04.00.19 (November 1, 2011)

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Analysis

• Retain inclusion of Cut short in analysis dialog 
• Add option to perform flange analysis to ASME VIII Division 1 or 2 
• Add Thermal Bowing by Segment 
• Provide option to create multiple analysis set for all piping codes 
• Create multiple analysis sets  based on hot modulus for Euro Code by default

Modeling

• Add weight of insulation cladding to pipe
• Implement an automatic soil property generator, per Appx B 
• Ability to perform simple design checks on the model 
• Add feature to automatically insert flanges with a flanged valve 
• Apply Fatigue Range Reduction Factor by material 
• Add option to graphically show Pipe Insulation 
• Input Grids for Static & Member Earthquake factors 
• Increase max number of flange/valve pres. ratings picked by program to 20 
• Option to include a factor of the flange weight for bolt/nut weight 
• Add an option to select connected segments 
• Option to display flanged flexible joint
• Option to automatically insert flanges with a flanged flexible joint
• Find a node based on entering coordinates
• Add Valve Tag
• Update distributed load data on insert/delete point(s) across distributed load.
• Correct corrupted distributed loads in older models
• Add a tag field to flange
• Add a line class to pipe properties 
• Add Apply button in Soil Properties dialog
• Default input grid to Press & Temp grid and reduce the horizontal slider
• Allow reference point to be defined in any equipment dialog
• View > Show thermal anchor displacement with imposed displacements

Graphics

• Improve performance of window selection operation

Import / Export

• PXF Export should retain original supports class and properties as imported
• Import GUID from NTL for piping, supports, beams etc.
• Add a dialog to link AutoPIPE components fields with pcf attributes
• Export reference point loads to AP Nozzle
• NTL: Add support for import/export of Time history data to NTL format
• Import CAESAR v.5.3 neutral files

Input Grids

• Add input grid for distributed loads 
• Add input grid for Reference point 
• Inadequate no# of significant digits for design strain on input grid 
• Input Grid: add Xtra data Hydrodynamic Data tab

Interoperability

• Export JSM data, graphics and deflect plot

Libraries

• Add new valve type library; butterfly and ball valve 
• Update Pipe Supports Spring Hanger (Comet) to match the updated catalog

Piping Codes

• Add an option to apply corrosion allowance to the Hoop stress only 
• Add Russian SNiP 2.05.06-85 Oil & gas code 
• Add back ASME B31.3 - 2004 into AutoPIPE V8i 
• Add B31.8 : 2010 code 
• Add B31.1 2010 edition 
• Enable circum. weld w factor for B31.3-2008 and B31.1-2009 codes
• Add B31.3 : 2010 code 
• Add EN13480 : 2010 piping code update

Post Processing

• Add manufacturer multiplier for NEMA SM23 and API 617 
• Preserve user descriptions for non-code combinations 
• Add option to hide non printed combinations on combinations dialog 
• Add a new option in result menu to show lift-off supports 
• Add option to import Combination CMB file information between models

Reports

• Add center of gravity (COG) calculations for Structure & Piping 
• Allow print preview to work for LOG file to view nonlinear iterations 
• Add Flow Rate, Pressure Rise and Sound Speed to Fluid Transient report

StressISO

• Externalize StressISO data table titles and column titles to .tst file 
• Stress ISO: Create Bore equivalence file for nominal units mapping 
• Update to latest ISOGEN (Ver 10.2.0 - build 18)

General

• Retain window/toolbar/file size/location settings in next program session 
• Reset window size and location for input grid, results grid & APIPE viewer
• Archive associated files with the AutoPIPE input file  
• RSS Feed: Show only recent news by default 
• Show thumbnail preview in open dialog and explorer 
• Increase number of string groups limit from 500 to 800 in AutoPIPE.tst 
• Save as version 9.3 DAT files from 9.4 
• Program version and documentation updates 
• Update program title to SELECTseries 3 
• StressISO: Add an option to show/hide bend information.  
• Move MFC resources into a separate DLL

System Requirements

Platform: AutoPIPE is designed to run on the following platforms/operating systems. At a minimum, your computer should meet the minimum requirements for that system; for example, the amount of RAM required by AutoPIPE depends on the RAM requirements of the environment in which you will be working:
- Windows XP Professional SP2 or later OR
- Windows Vista Business or higher
- Windows 7 Professional or higher
Hard disk space: Approximately 250 MB
Graphics Card: OpenGL 3D graphics supported
Processor: Intel Pentium III or higher
RAM: minimum 256 MB
Web Browser: Microsoft Internet Explorer 6 or greater

Read me file

• Bentley AutoPIPE® V8i (SELECTseries 3)
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  Version	09.04.00.19
  Build Type	SELECT Release Product
  Operating Systems	Microsoft Windows (see System Requirements for specific details)
  Language	English
  Date	11/11/2011

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  Bentley AutoPIPE V8i (SELECTseries 3) is a stand-alone, Microsoft Windows engineering application used for the calculation of piping code stresses, deflections, and forces under static and dynamic loading conditions. AutoPIPE's object-based graphical interface provides fast model creation through the use of cut, copy and paste features that reduce repetitive input by the user. Stresses, deflections, forces and moments can be instantly viewed by simply clicking directly on the model, eliminating the need to review voluminous batch output reports, typical of older methodology.
  • Applications Included in the Install Package
  • System Requirements
  • Product Download and Installation
  • Bentley SELECT Server Licensing
  • Documentation
  • New Features
  • AutoPIPE functionality for QA Approvals
  • QA Reporting Notices
  • Legal Notices

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  Applications Included in the Install Package

  AutoPIPE Standard, AutoPIPE Plus, AutoPIPE Nuclear, and add-ons are installed from one executable.
  
  AutoPIPE Standard - The standard configuration of AutoPIPE includes these features:
• Hanger selection, static linear and non-linear, modal, and response spectrum (SRSS combination method only)
• Static Earthquake, Wind - ASCE, UBC and User profile
• ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.4, B31.8, European EN13480, and General piping code
• Rotating equipment reports
• Beam elements for modeling frames and supports
• Library utilities
  
  AutoPIPE Plus - Incorporates all of the features of the Standard version, as listed above with the following additions:
• Harmonic, Force spectrum, Time history, and SAM
• Buried pipe
• NUREG combinations and code case 411 spectrum
• Static correction - Missing mass correction and ZPA
• Wave loading and buoyancy, fluid transient loads, and relief valve loads
• Nuclear power piping codes: ASME B31.1-1967
• Offshore piping codes: ASME B31.4 Chap. IX, ASME B31.8 Chap. VIII, CSA-Z662 Sect. 11
• International piping codes
  
  AutoPIPE Nuclear - Incorporates all of the features of the Plus version, as listed above with the following additions:
• ASME Class I/II/III design
• JSME PPC
• ASME Class I Thermal transient analysis (TTA)
• ASME Class I Ovality, Gross discontinuity, Delta T1, T2 loadings
  
  KHK2 Add-on for AutoPIPE Plus or Nuclear - allows the use of the Japanese KHK Level 2 piping code in the Plus or Nuclear version.
  
  StressISO Add-on - allows the use of the stress isometric generation feature
  
  Intergraph PDS, SmartPlant and ADLPipe Translators - This release installs three translators to import models from other applications to AutoPIPE.
• Intergraph PDS, SmartPlant and ADLPipe translators included
• AutoPIPE File > Open menu updated to include 3 new options
• A new program group "Bentley AutoPIPE Translators" added with shortcuts to launch translators
• Easy to locate installation directory; all installed under "c:\Bentley\AutoPIPE Translators"
• Installers included as part of package at location shown below

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                       |_Translators - This folder contains translator installers

Note: For further information on translators, please refer to their respective readme files.

System Requirements

Important Note: The following prerequisites are required to run each of the modules included within the application:
 

Before you install any software, you should confirm that you have adequate hardware and software capabilities to install and use the product.

Product Download and Installation

To download the products, create a MySELECT CD or to complete the licensing process, you must have the appropriate roles assigned by your Site Administrator. If you have not been assigned these roles you will need to obtain the name of your Site Administrator from the Bentley website at SELECTservices Online at http://selectservices.bentley.com . Select MySupport Account / Permissions. Clicking on the List SELECTservices Administration button will access the Site Administrator at your company enabling you to request that the appropriate permissions be added to your profile.

With the appropriate privileges you can obtain the software as an electronic file from Web Downloads or the products may be ordered on a personal CD through MySELECT CD.  Once you have installed the desired product you will need to complete the product authorization process by obtaining a license file from Bentley.

SELECT Services Online / MySELECT CD: When you order a custom CD from MySELECT CD the product directory structure for this product appears as shown. To install from the CD locate and run the setup.exe file and follow the online instructions.

The installation program will guide you through the process, prompting you for information when required.

If you are upgrading from an earlier version of the application, it is highly recommended that you do not install this product over the previous version.

Note: This is a standalone installation, no other previous installed product version is required.

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                     |_setup.exe - This initiates the install process

Downloading the files from SELECT Services Online/Download - the download process gives you a choice to save the file to a specified location, or to begin the installation from the download area.

Network Considerations

Network drives are only supported for data files.

AutoPIPE software must be installed on a local client workstation.

AutoPIPE data files (*.DAT) must have full read/write access to be opened and edited.

Bentley SELECT Server Licensing

Upgrading Your Current Product

AutoPIPE Standard, AutoPIPE Plus, AutoPIPE Nuclear, and add-ons are are all supported on the SELECT Server Licensing. If you are upgrading from an earlier version of the product, it is highly recommended that you do not install this product over the previous version.  Older versions of AutoPIPE 6.3, 8.50, 8.51 and 8.60 will run under SELECT Server XM Licensing using the SELECT Server XM Gateway Service and the older SELECT licenses. For more information on the SELECT Server XM Gateway Service see the AutoPIPE Quickstart.pdf.

The AutoPIPE products can be authorized as Standalone Licenses (formerly called Fixed Licenses), fixed to one user workstation or as Concurrent Licenses (formerly known as Floating Licenses) running from a local or Bentley hosted SELECT Server.

Authorizing a Standalone License

If you are upgrading an existing installation to run on one workstation, and you have License Tool privileges you can obtain a license file to complete the authorization process. Access the License Tool at http://selectservices.bentley.com/ from My Support Account menu located on the left.  Once you complete your request you will receive an email including a License File with instructions for completing the process.

Authorizing Concurrent Licenses to Run on SELECT Server

Concurrent Licenses (formerly known as Floating Licenses) are now managed through Bentley SELECT Server, a benefit of Bentley SELECT. Using SELECT Server requires a valid Bentley Serial Number, site server name and activation code to authorize the application. The Serial Number you received when you purchased the application is used to obtain a License File to complete the authorization process. For more licensing information see the AutoPIPE Quickstart.pdf.

Important: A signed SELECT agreement must be on file in order to convert your licenses from Floating Licensing to Concurrent Licensing.

Users who have existing Floating Licenses and wish to convert the licenses to run on SELECT Server can contact Bentley Sales Support Center from the website at http://www.bentley.com/en-US/Services/Bentley+Sales+Support.htm. The following information is required when requesting SELECT Server licensing: Server Name, email address of the recipient of the SELECT Server license and the Serial Numbers to be added to the server.

Documentation

Program Help: Detailed feature information may be accessed directly from the calling application by selecting the Help command, or by pressing the Help button from any of the application dialogs. Be sure to explore the program Help for answers to your questions.

Tutorials: Documentation for AutoPIPE applications is provided online in the Adobe.pdf format. These files are accessible from the Help Menu. All documents can be browsed, searched, or printed with the Adobe Acrobat Reader.
Information and how to download a FREE copy of the Adobe Acrobat Reader can be obtained from http://www.adobe.com/.

It is highly recommended that you obtain the latest version of the Adobe Acrobat Reader.

If you do not have access to the World Wide Web, please contact us so we can provide you with the necessary files for using the Adobe Acrobat Reader.

New Features In AutoPIPE V8i (SELECTseries 3) v9.4.0.19

The following is a list of new significant features and updates in Bentley AutoPIPE V8i (SELECTseries 3):

AutoPIPE functionality for QA Approvals

The following AutoPIPE features are considered as "Nuclear Safety Related":

1. Modeling - all features except soils/buried pipes

1. Codes supported
   1. ASME NB, NC, and ND - all years listed
   2. ASME B31.1 and B31.3 - all years listed
   3. JSME
   4. MITI

1. Libraries
   1. Materials
      1. ASME1986, 1992, 2001, and 2004
      2. AUTO1967
      3. AUTOB313
      4. B311-86, 92, 04, 05, and 07
      5. AUTOJSME
      6. AUTOMITI
   2. Component
      1. AUTOPIPE
      2. AUTOJIS
   3. Flanges
   4. Gasket

1. Analysis
   1. Static Analysis with the exception of Hydrotest
   2. Dynamic Analysis
   3. Thermal Transient Analysis (TTA)
   4. Seismic Anchor Movements

1. Loading Conditions
   1. Loading Conditions include, but are not limited to, pressure, temperature, seismic, wind, fluid transient, steam relief, and thermal bowing

1. Post Processing for piping codes above
   1. Code and Non-code Load Combinations for piping codes above
   2. Onscreen Results
   3. Output reports

1. Integration with STAAD Pro

1. Unit Conversion

QA Reporting Notices

The user document numbers which correspond to this release are:

    DAA037360-1/0001 - "Tutorial"

The "Acceptance Test Set" document number which corresponds to this release is:

    QA25API-9.4.0.19

Error reports are available with client participation in the "QA & Reporting" services. Please visit our Online Support login page at...

http://selectservices.bentley.com/en-US/

...in the Support Tools column near the bottom, select the 'AutoPIPE & STAAD.Pro Error Reports'. The requested User Name is your email address, and the Password is that which was previously assigned by your SELECTservices Site Administrator. Once you are successfully logged in, select the Link 'AutoPIPE & STAAD.Pro Published Errors'. This action will produce the 'AutoPIPE and STAAD Error Reports' page. Choosing the Error Reports tab will bring up a page that allows selection of the database for each major workgroup, and product Select 'Computer Aided Engineering', and the product you are interested in (the default is 'All Products'). Next, press the radio button for the 'Select a Time Frame" section. The two list boxes allow selection of the time period (month and year) and format style. Report type 'Simple' represents a summary set of information, where 'Complex' produces all publishable information related to the errors. The error reports can be printed directly as displayed, or they can be pasted into a word processor or spreadsheet program to allow custom formatting or permit word searching. Note that if the 'View Open Items' radio button is selected, a cumulative open error report will be generated.

Last Update: 2011/11/11
Revision: 0

© 2011 Bentley Systems, Inc. Legal Notice
U.S. Pat. Nos. 5,784,068 & 5,815,415 & 6,199,125
 

See Also

AutoPIPE V8i Select Series 3 Release Notes 

Bentley AutoPIPE