Urgently need process and piping software; hope to get everyone’s help

It depends on what kind of design you are working on. But for any engineering design, it is necessary to master CAD; versions from 2000 onwards will do. You must achieve a high level of proficiency in it first, and then move on to learning the specific specialized skills. Finally, learn some simulation software and 3D software related to processes and pipelines

What was said upstairs is correct – CAD is the foundation. But although I use CAD every day these days, I only use a very limited set of functions; there are less than ten commands that I use regularly, as specialized software handles much of the work. I never advise beginners to use the software straight away; without a proper process, it leads to more problems. If the original poster is interested, I can give a brief introduction, but learning and mastering the software is also a difficult process. There are many specialized software programs available these days, and it’s impossible to try them all; it’s better to focus on the most common ones and learn them well, as they will be useful in the future. It depends on the OP’s skills to figure out how to get it; I’m not providing a download link. 1. For process-related applications, I highly recommend PRO II, HYSYS, and CHEMCAD. Their main functions are similar; PRO II relies more on empirical methods and is widely used in the petrochemical industry ； CHEMCAD focuses on theory and is widely used in academic institutions ； HYSYS focuses on the petrochemical industry and has dynamic simulation capabilities. For heat exchanger calculations, HTFS and HTRI are recommended; there are similar software options available domestically as well, but in my experience they’re all of poor quality. As for software used for safety valve calculations and the like, those that haven’t been certified by foreign authoritative institutions should be used with caution. The calculations aren’t complicated either, so it’s better to do them manually. For furnace calculations, it is said that the FRNC-5PC is excellent, but I wasn’t lucky enough to work with it. Flowchart software and factory model design software are both available as complementary tools; no need to go into further detail. Those working in process engineering had better take a look at MATLAB; professional software cannot handle all process calculations, and using it can save a lot of effort. I don’t recommend ASPEN; although it has a wide range of functions, not much of the content stored in those gigabytes is actually useful. PLUS is the more practical option. ASPEN aims to be comprehensive, but with too many modules, the quality of implementation suffers – many of these modules are still based on DOS technology, which shows how rough its design is. Unless there’s a specific need, it’s better not to waste hard drive space on it. II. For factory modeling classes, I recommend AUTOPLANT and PDMAX; currently only these two offer trial versions, with certain limitations in terms of functionality. AUTOPLANT has more comprehensive features and is easier to use. Although PDMAX is still under development, its service is quite good; any issues can be resolved at any time via QQ. It is not recommended for individuals to use PDS or PDMS; although they are the best in their class, these two software programs are difficult to learn to use. They are not compatible with mainstream CAD systems, and their data management requirements are very high, making them challenging to use for individuals. Moreover, only large design firms can afford to purchase them, and training services are provided alongside such purchases. Therefore, there is no need for individuals to rush to learn these tools. Those with some financial resources can use SPDA and PDSOFT; domestic software is just as good, easy to use, meets domestic design requirements, and is much cheaper – costing over 40,000 for one unit, which is affordable for most organizations and individuals. Three. For pipeline stress analysis, I recommend AUTOPIPE and WINNOZL. They offer trial versions without any functional restrictions, have a graphical user interface, are easy to use, fast, and efficient. Many large complexes in China have already started using it, and its adoption rate in the future is unlikely to be much lower than that of CII. Although CII is widely used in China, it is designed for use in the field of pipeline machinery; there is no trial version available. Currently, the Version D either contains viruses or is unstable, making it very troublesome to use for individual purposes and carrying high risks as well. IV. Other types of PRO DATA-PRO software for querying dimensions of pipes and fittings according to foreign standards, as well as pipe span information; it is very useful for designing using foreign standards ； PIPSUPPORT-PRO is a software for searching for pipe supports and hangers abroad; it can export CAD drawings, and it can be used without any problems in domestic pipe design as well ； The PLANTFLOW pipe network calculation software – although there are many similar programs available, its interface is similar to that of AUTOPIPE, making it very intuitive and easy to use; it’s my favorite ； THE ENGINEER’S AIDE TOOLBOX is said to be a set of chemical engineering calculation tools developed by a Norwegian company. It can perform calculations related to material properties, unit conversions, and pipe pressure drops, as well as provide preliminary calculations for pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, control valves, and more; it’s a really useful toolset ； NAVISWORKS is a 3D graphics browser that supports popular drawing software such as PDS, PDMS, 3DMAX, and ACAD. It can even simulate human movement within the model, making it an excellent tool for checking 3D models and viewing design results. Its functions far exceed those of other software; it allows the browsing process to be recorded and saved as an AVI file, which can then be shown to clients – truly amazing. That’s all for now; feel free to point out any mistakes! Also, among all the software versions, only FRNC-5PC is available; I just can’t find the download link. If anyone knows where it is, please let me know. This post was last edited by Boring Pavilion Scholar on 2009-4-12 01:47]

Thank you for such a detailed explanation; it’s been very helpful to me. I’m a beginner with no knowledge at all, and this information has shown me the way. I will learn selectively based on this. Thank you again!

Very good, it’s necessary to study hard*.