Bentley Plantspace - Supportmodeler ((new))

Think of it as the bridge between the piping designer’s layout and the structural/mechanical requirements of supporting that layout.

If you are learning it, focus your energy on . That is where the massive time savings happen.

PlantSpace SupportModeler functions as a crucial module for plant engineering, bridging the gap between raw pipe design and physical structural installation. While primary design tools handle the routing of pipes, SupportModeler focuses on the —the racks, hangers, and anchors—that ensure the integrity and safety of the plant infrastructure.

Streamlining Industrial Plant Design with Bentley PlantSpace SupportModeler bentley plantspace supportmodeler

The most interesting aspect of SupportModeler is the shift in philosophy. In standard CAD, you build a support piece by piece (clamp -> rod -> beam -> base). In SupportModeler, you select a (a pre-defined template) and apply it to a scenario.

[Legacy PlantSpace SupportModeler] ──> [Modern OpenPlant Support Engineering] (MicroStation V8 XM Platform) (iTwin Digital Twin Framework) OpenPlant Modeler: 3D Plant Design and Modeling Software

With SupportModeler, those problems are tackled systematically. Think of it as the bridge between the

Bentley Systems has evolved its legacy platforms. The core parametric and specification-driven logic from PlantSpace SupportModeler is now available in .

is a foundational 3D engineering software application designed for modeling, detailing, and placing structural pipe supports. It operates within the Bentley PlantSpace Design Series , providing engineering, procurement, and construction (EPC) companies with a spec-driven environment. This architecture enables rapid placement of complex supports for piping, HVAC, and electrical systems. Core Capabilities

Built-in clash detection flags structural, mechanical, and electrical interferences early. Evolution: PlantSpace to OpenPlant PlantSpace SupportModeler functions as a crucial module for

| Feature | PlantSpace SupportModeler | AutoCAD Plant 3D (native) | SmartPlant 3D (Hexagon) | E3D (AVEVA) | |--------|----------------|---------------------------|------------------------|-------------| | Dedicated support module | Yes | No (requires custom blocks or 3rd party) | Yes | Yes | | Associative with pipe moves | Yes | No | Yes | Yes | | Auto-size from insulation/pipe data | Yes | No | Partial | Partial | | Integration with stress analysis (AutoPIPE) | Native | No | Through third party | Through third party | | Learning curve within ecosystem | Moderate | Low | High | High |

If you work in industrial plant design (oil & gas, power generation, chemical processing, or pharmaceuticals), you know that piping is the circulatory system of the facility. But what holds that system in place against gravity, thermal expansion, vibration, and pressure surges?