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    Importing of Existing Custom Component Cells to New Celll Library

    We have hundreds of cell libraries containing unique Custom Components in .cel files. This is difficult to navigate among project teams and to ensure that the correct components are selected for different projects. We tried to import the different...
    6 months ago in OpenPlant Modeler 0 Future consideration

    Improved Upgrade Process

    The entire process for Workspace upgrade has been a challenging in my experience. OPM is scheduled for 2 version updates every year, and with each upgrade, users are required to perform a Workspace upgrade, and verify all customization are functio...
    about 3 years ago in OpenPlant Modeler 4 Planned

    Clamp Connector - list them in reports, give user more input values and better graphics - like victaulic for example

    Hi there, currently if a ferrule to ferrule connection is established the clamp connector is a "dumb" cylinder only (generic cell). I have two problems with that: Connectors are not reported on (we have to add the amount manually for every MTO /...
    about 1 month ago in OpenPlant Modeler 0 Future consideration

    Enable spec validation to update bolts and gaskets.

    Spec validation tool allows mass model updates when specifications are updated. Often specs are in early design stages when modeling starts. When bolts or gaskets have updates, replacing these components as currently setup takes a significant amou...
    almost 3 years ago in OpenPlant Modeler 4 Future consideration

    Ability to allow Duct Bank Riser conduits to be moved or stretched

    It would be highly beneficial for BRCM duct bank riser conduits to support stretching and adjustable spacing, allowing conduits to be moved closer together or farther apart to accommodate required installation locations. This need is especially ev...
    4 months ago in Bentley Raceway and Cable Management 0 Future consideration

    Change Spec of Custom Piping Component

    When we change the spec of a Custom Piping Component, the graphics are reset to OPM default 3D Geometry
    about 3 years ago in OpenPlant Modeler 3 Future consideration

    Equipment Import from Excel - rotation

    Hello, I would like to suggest a new improvement for equipment import from an Excel spreadsheet. Beside equipment name, I would like also to define rotation axis and rotation degree. It will be very helpful e.g. while I am importing lighting fixtu...
    over 1 year ago in Bentley Raceway and Cable Management 0 Future consideration

    BOLT selection for multiple materials or records

    OPM_CALCULATE_BOLT_LENGTH = 1 and ALLOW_BOLT_INCREMENTING = 1 OPM finds multiple records that meet Nominal Diameter, Facing and Rating. Bolt Length for multiple records less than the OPM calculated value. When all three of the above criteria is me...
    about 2 years ago in OpenPlant Modeler 3 Future consideration

    Measure - Change Units

    Adding a dropdown to the Measure Tool to allow the user to change the measurement unit. Currently, the only way to Measure in different units is to change the Design File Working Units, however, this causes other issues and permanently changes Wor...
    over 3 years ago in OpenPlant Modeler 0 Future consideration

    Desktop Review of OPM Models

    After Bentley ended support for Navigator v8i, Bentley is missing a desktop-based review tool that supports dynamic review of Openplant DGN files stored in a ProjectWise Environment. While working in a File Based system, it is essential to have a ...
    over 3 years ago in OpenPlant Modeler 4 Future consideration