To Apply Slopes on Pipe with a Socket Weld Type Fittings


  
 Applies To 
  
 Product(s):OpenPlant Modeler
 Version(s):08.11.09.581
 Environment: Windows 7 (64 bit)
 Area: Component
 Subarea: Graphics
 Original Author:Rahul Kumar, Bentley Product Advantage Group
 

Overview

To apply slopes on a pipeline with Socket Welds type fittings in OpenPlant Modeler.

Problem Description

In OpenPlant Modeler, user tried to apply slope on a pipeline, which contains fitting type as socket weld elbows. This converted the fittings to butt weld type elbows or sometimes remove the elbows. See images below.

Pipeline with SW fittings:

          

Pipeline without fittings when slope gets applied:

         

Steps to Resolve

  1. From Piping Tab, click on Apply slope option.

  2. Check OFF option “Trim Elbows” from Apply Slope Option dialog. 



  3. Perform same operation for pipeline.

  4. Verify result. It retains the fittings with slope being applied. See image below.



Still a Problem?

If above problem still persist, then please create a Service Request and contact the Bentley Product Advantage group.  Please include a list of all relevant details to get in depth analysis for a solution or workaround. 

See Also

communities.bentley.com/.../12009.component-openplant-modeler

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