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  • WaterGems LoadBuilder issue: "All Geometries involved in this operation must have the same spatial reference."

    Hello - I'm having the above error continually come up while I'm trying to use LoadBuilder. I tried everything I saw in this article ( WaterGems LoadBuilder issue: "All Geometries involved in this operation must have the same spatial reference." ), and…
  • How can I create a catalog pipe class size in watergems, such as in SewerCAD or SeweGEMS??

    I would like to create a table with the data of internal diameter for each nominal diameter pipe that I have, so in properties I can select each nominal diameter and automatically update the internal diameter according to the created table. In SerweGEMS…
  • WaterGEMS - For at least one flow the system head couldn't be calculated

    I'm using WaterGEMS Update 3 Version 10.03.05.05. I am generating system head curves for multiple scenarios for a proposed pump station and in several instances, I get an error message stating that "For at least one flow the system head couldn't be calculated…
  • Coffee Corner: OpenFlows - OpenFlows: Taking Advantage of Inbuilt Investigative tools

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  • Can a model be opened between multiple platforms? (Standalone, ArcGIS, MicroStation, AutoCAD)

    Product(s): WaterGEMS, WaterCAD, HAMMER, SewerGEMS, SewerCAD, StormCAD, CivilStorm Version(s): CONNECT Edition Area: Integration Problem If a model is saved in the "...for ArcGIS Pro", "...for ArcMap", "...for MicroStation…
  • WaterGems: Pump Curve Setup for Variable Speed Pumps in Parallel

    Hi All, I am currently modelling a City's water distribution network using OpenFlows WaterGEMS v10.03.02.75 GLB. This is a steady-state model and I am trying to implement variable speed pumps. This system has two pumphouses and at one location, there…
  • Problem using SCADA Datasource - Importing data logger data with .xlsx file- WaterGems

    Hello ! I've been trying to input a .xlsx file with pressure data at a model's node. I created a table where each row has one pressure data for a given time and data. I has 1 week data, measured each 15 minutes. However the SCADA Connector seem…
  • Database and WaterGEMS integration: PostgreSQL or Modelbuilder/GIS-ID?

    Is it possible to integrate a hydraulic model in WaterGEMS with a PostgreSQL database? I have a water supply systems as a project in QGIS using PostGIS, and I would like to integrate it so that both systems use the same database. In other words, if I…
  • Trex error - When selecting an ArcGIS Pro Raster/DEM I get an error that reads "Unable to Dataset" (yes that is correct) and the file path) and a message that reads "One or more errors occurred"

    WaterGEMS 10.4.0.108 inside ArcGIS Pro 2.9.5 Trex error - When selecting an ArcGIS Pro Raster/DEM I get an error that reads "Unable to Dataset" (yes that is correct) and the file path) and a message that reads "One or more errors occurred" This is…
  • Opening an existing model takes a long time

    Product(s): SewerGEMS, CivilStorm, StormCAD, SewerCAD, WaterGEMS, WaterCAD, HAMMER Version(s): CONNECT Edition Area: Other Problem It takes a long time to open an existing model. For example the model open process gets…
  • Rainwater Harvesting

    We have several buildings which we are seeking to harvest rainwater to an earth dam for use. Basically we have several gutters and downpipes. The Downpipes will in turn be connected to collection pipes which eventually flow into the earth dam. The water…
  • System Curve

    hi all, during modeling of simple line between two tanks with pump and FCV i have noticed the system curve is going unpredicted original model screenshot so kindly why the system curve is gone straight upward like screenshot 1 Thanks for …
  • Using standard WaterGEMS and SewerGEMS node symbols (icons) in ArcGIS Pro and ArcMap

    Applies To Product(s): WaterGEMS, HAMMER, SewerGEMS Version(s): CONNECT Edition, V8i Environment: ArcGIS Pro, ArcMap Problem How do I automatically get my layers in WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, and HAMMER for…
  • Can Bentley provide model checking consulting Service?

    Product(s): WaterCAD, WaterGEMS, SewerGEMS, SewerCAD, StormCAD, CivilStorm, PondPack Version(s): All Area: Modeling Problem Can Bentley Support check my model and tell me if it is correct? Can Bentley provide a consulting…
  • Reporting pipe maximum velocity across all fireflow events

    Product(s): WaterCAD, WaterGEMS Version(s): CONNECT Edition Area: Modeling Problem How can I report on the maximum velocity for each pipe, across all fireflow events? Meaning, a table of all pipes with their corresponding…
  • Training WaterGEMs Licensing

    I would like to train a few of our staff on basic WaterGEMS model reviews. We have 3 licenses floating available, but I would potentially have 6 or 7 staff involved. I would like to make this hands-on with everyone having an open model. Can I temporarily…
  • User Data Extensions in the Fireflow report

    Applies To Product(s): Bentley WaterGEMS, WaterCAD Version(s): CONNECT Edition, V8i Area: Output/results Presentations Problem When looking at the fireflow report (fireflow flextable), my user data extension…
  • Calibração do coeficiente C Hazen-Wiliams

    Na calibração do coeficiente C de Hazen-Wliiams se utilza apenas um horário para calibrar, seria possível utilizar mais de um horário, ou seja, utilizar hora por hora para calibrar o coeficiente C ? Desta forma, a calibração seria mais eficente?
  • I am completing a calibration based on a hydrant flow test. Can't fathom a smaller HGL difference than what elevations indicate.

    I am completing a calibration based on a hydrant flow test. I have two hydrants 675' elev and 632' elev. So 43' of elevation difference, and 700 feet apart through a 16" water pipe. The static measured by the fire test guy shows only 10 psi difference…
  • SCADA Connect Simulator - How to set live model to run continuously based on the updated boundary condition from SCADA

    Hi, I'm conducting a pilot study to create a SCADA-connected model. I have successfully connected the model to the SCADA data at the balancing and service tanks for comparison purposes. The upstream boundary of the simulation will be a treatment…
  • Checking no. available licenses

    Hi, I feel embarrassed asking this question because I'm sure the answer is super simple, but I can't figure out how to view the number of licenses currently available (i.e. not checked out)? I have low priority work requiring a WaterGEMS license,…
  • OpenFlow CONNECT - Pressure needed for a junction: Is it HGL at the junction or pressure at the junction?

    Hi everybody I am a little bit confused and hope you can help me in this regard. I have 2 questions: 1- In WaterGEMS, for example, when I want to check there is enough pressure for a junction demand at that junction, should I check the pressure…
  • Red user notification, "Post engine loading process encountering unexpected data. Please rectify any validation errors and try again."

    Applies To Product(s): WaterGEMS, HAMMER, WaterCAD, SewerGEMS, SewerCAD Version(s): CONNECT Edition, V8i Problem How to I resolve a red user notification that says, "Post engine loading process encountering unexpected…
  • Modelling Hydrants in WaterGEMS as 'discharge to atmosphere'

    Hi, I'm modelling a hydrant on a system as a 'discharge to atmosphere' item and wondering if I am modelling it correctly. I want to know the discharge from the hydrant under normal pressure conditions in the system. The hydrant I am using has a pressure…