Introduction
Technology is crucial in augmenting efficacy and output in dynamic engineering and design. In this era, AVEVA has emerged as the global leader in pioneering computer-aided design (CAD) techniques that support industrial innovation. Among their varied suite of software solutions across engineering, operations, data management, and other streams, Everything3D (E3D) Design is a popular and well-known technologically advanced 3D design solution applicable across process plants, marine, and power industries.
In this blog, we’ll discuss in detail how Rishabh Engineering utilizes AVEVA E3D design, its features, and real-life applications.
Plant Design Using E3D
How Does the Rishabh Engineering Team Utilize E3D Software?
The Rishabh Engineering team offers plant design with E3D software to optimize design engineering procedures and produce outstanding outcomes to support clients for various projects. Here’s a glimpse at how we utilize E3D:
Detailed 3D Modeling
Rishabh’s engineers use the extensive modeling features of AVEVA E3D to produce detailed 3D models of machinery, apparatus, instrumentation, and piping systems. These models are then converted into highly intelligent 3D models to be utilized for the extraction of BOQs/MTO, isometrics for piping, GADs, etc.
Clash Detection and Resolution
AVEVA E3D enables our team to find and fix conflicts between various discipline-specific elements. This involves pipes, structural components, and equipment collisions, ensuring that everything fits together perfectly and preventing expensive rework during the construction phase.
Design Optimization
The software allows our engineers to locate areas for improvement and enhance the design to achieve project objectives more effectively by modeling various design scenarios and evaluating their effects.
Enhanced Visualization
With AVEVA E3D’s enhanced visualization features, Rishabh Engineering can virtually walk through projects and render them lifelike. These visual aids help clients and stakeholders better understand the design and discipline-specific elements, making communication and decision-making easier during the project.
Collaborative Work Environment
Despite team members’ locations, the program offers a central hub for collaboration, enabling them to work together in real-time. This allows everyone to work with the most recent data and encourages collaboration within interdisciplinary teams.
Integration with Other Systems
Rishabh Engineering may increase productivity and streamline processes by using AVEVA E3D’s smooth integration with other engineering tools and systems. From design and engineering to procurement and construction, this integration guarantees data coherence and consistency throughout the project.
Compliance and Documentation
The software helps ensure compliance with industry codes, norms, and regulations by offering options for monitoring and documentation. The engineers at Rishabh can extract precise deliverables, such as specifications, reports, and drawings, to show that they comply with the necessary codes and standards in line with client requirements.
Training and Support
Rishabh Engineering invests in training and support for its team members to maximize the benefits of AVEVA E3D. This includes initial training sessions to familiarize engineers, designers, and database administrators with the software and ongoing support to address any technical issues or challenges that may arise during project execution.
What is AVEVA E3D Design?
AVEVA created the advanced 3D modeling and design software solution AVEVA E3D Design, especially for the engineering and construction sectors. It functions as a cohesive platform for engineering and design that promotes teamwork, expedites procedures, and enhances project implementation.
Applications of E3D Plant Design Software
Plant Design
The petrochemical, chemical, and oil and gas (O&G) sectors all extensively use AVEVA E3D Design for plant design. It helps to create intricate process plants accurately and efficiently.
Shipbuilding/Offshore Platforms & FPSO
Shipbuilders rely on AVEVA Marine to design ships (Hull Side), optimize layouts, and guarantee adherence to international standards. The software’s capacity to manage complex and sizable ship designs is especially useful. AVEVA E3D Design is also widely used on offshore O&G exploration and production platforms along with FPSO topside. Rishabh has extensively utilized AVEVA E3D Design suits to help clients reconstruct/modify and newly built FPSO topside projects, helping clients optimize modular construction.
Infrastructure Development
AVEVA E3D Design helps create precise structural models for civil engineering projects, including bridges, tunnels, and airports. This improves project coordination and visualization.
Manufacturing
Production facility design and workflow optimization are two areas where manufacturers apply software. The ability to model in 3D facilitates the creation of effective industrial layouts.
Benefits of E3D Plant Design Software
Organizations can benefit greatly from implementing AVEVA E3D Design in several ways:
Enhanced Productivity
Project completion is accelerated through streamlined processes and teamwork.
Cost Savings
Throughout the project, fewer mistakes and reworks equal saved costs. Interoperability with external software helps migrate/integrate with the AVEVA E3D platform.
Enhanced Accuracy
The software’s accuracy increases design precision and guarantees compliance with industry standards.
Improved Imagery
Decision-making and stakeholder communication are aided by improved visualization.
Scalability
AVEVA E3D Design is scalable enough to accommodate the requirements of projects of varying sizes, including transfers and metering skids, modular refining and chemical complexes, and FPSO topside and offshore platforms.
Real-Life Use Cases of Plant Design with E3D from Rishabh Engineering Experience
The Rishabh Engineering team has been at the forefront of utilizing AVEVA E3D Design. Here are some real-life examples of how it has helped us:
Engineering Cost Optimization
Case 1: An American Multinational Energy Corporation
- Scope: FEED & Detailed engineering of Production Modules on Topside FPSO project located in West Africa.
- Results:
- Cost Savings: 7% saving on engineering project costs by utilizing the E3D platform.
- Time Savings: Engineering efforts reduced by 9-10 months.
Scenario 1: How Rishabh Engineering Helped the Client Optimize Cost by Utilizing AVEVA E3D
- Challenge: Integration of laser scan data to a 3D modeling tool, cost control, and managing project schedule & timeline.
- Solution: Utilized AVEVA E3D over other 3D modeling products to convert scan data to an LFD file.
- Results: Significant time and cost savings while aligning with the project schedule.
Scenario 2: Automation and Customization of BOQ Extraction for Seamless Procurement Support
- Challenge: Navigating procurement scheduling with limited visibility in conventional BOQ formats.
- Solution: Created a customized database in accordance with client requirements for their procurement needs.
- Results: 20% time saving, ~100% accuracy with optimal quality standards, negligible data loss, and ~100% customized data centralization.
Scenario 3: Ease of Working While Handling/Managing Large & Standardized Database Volume
- Challenge: Limited capability of popular 3D modeling tools to handle large and standardized database volumes effectively.
- Solution: E3D helped seamlessly manage a huge database volume while ensuring data standardization protocols.
- Results: Saved 2x time on database management while adhering to the optimal schedule and quality.
Case 2: Asia-Based Leading Indian Manufacturer of Specialty Chemicals and Pharmaceuticals
- Scope: Brownfield chemical plant expansion project (Buss IV).
- Results:
- Steel Tonnage Handled: 250 tons.
- No of Lines: 201.
- Critical Lines for Pipe Flexibility Analysis: 46.
Scenario 1: How Rishabh Engineering Helped the Client with Effort Optimization & Deliver Accuracy
- Challenge: Integrating other 3D modeling software with TEKLA for review posed hurdles.
- Solution: Utilized E3D as a one-source tool to export the TEKLA model and compare, review, and modify the structural design.
- Results: 30% effort savings on correlation and correction efforts, ~100% accuracy with model deliverables.
Final Words
In conclusion, technology is pivotal in enhancing efficiency and productivity in engineering and design. AVEVA stands out as a global leader, particularly with its AVEVA E3D Design software, renowned for its advanced 3D modeling capabilities across various industries. Rishabh Engineering’s 3D CAD Modeling Services team effectively leverages this technology to streamline design processes, ensure accuracy, and optimize project outcomes. By employing E3D, they overcome challenges such as cost control, schedule management, and interoperability with other software like TEKLA. Our team consistently delivers outstanding results through innovative solutions and a commitment to excellence, driving success in complex engineering projects.
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