3-D Plant Design-AVEVA E3D

AVEVA, a global leader in engineering and industrial software founded in 1967 in United Kingdom, specializes in engineering and industrial software and offers solutions for design, operations, and asset performance management in various industries. Then, they procured OSIsoft, another distinguished contestant in industrial software. The company is not directly associated with Everything 3D (E3D), but both companies have a shared emphasis on technological advancement. The following are essential specifics about the company, highlighting its capabilities in engineering and industrial software.

Solutions and Core Products of AVEVA

·       AVEVA Everything3D (E3D) is a top-tier 3D design program used in plant engineering to create highly precise and efficient industrial facilities.

·       AVEVA PDMS (Plant Design Management System) is a comprehensive design software for plant design with advanced capabilities which is slower 30-50 % in comparison to E3D and lack of most of the new developments since 2013.

·       AVEVA System Platform is an expandable industrial platform for project managing, SCADA, MES, and IIoT applications.

·      AVEVA Insight is a real-time operational intelligence solution based on cloud technology.

·      AVEVA Predictive Analytics utilizes advanced analytics and machine learning to forecast equipment failures and enhance maintenance strategies.

·      AVEVA Asset Information Management centralizes asset information to make it accessible and actionable for users.

Important characteristics of AVEVA Everything3D (E3D) 3D Design Module

·       Enables incorporating different engineering fields, including piping, structural, electrical, and HVAC, into a unified model.

·       Advanced modeling capabilities support intricate 3D modeling with exceptional precision, enabling the creation of extensive industrial projects.

·       Interoperability integrates seamlessly with various design tools and platforms, guaranteeing seamless data interchange and collaboration.

·       Immersive Visualization, which delivers immersive 3D visualizations, aiding engineers and stakeholders in comprehending and navigating the design.

·       Collaboration Tools that improve collaboration through real-time design evaluations and data sharing, minimizing project errors and delays.

·       Data integration and management consists of data-driven design, which utilizes data to steer design decisions and enhance efficiency and precision.

·       The software integrates with other AVEVA and third-party applications without issues, guaranteeing a seamless data exchange and effective collaboration.

·       Comprehensive Data Management, which ensures effective management of all design data, supporting traceability and compliance.

·       Utilizes intelligent data and metadata to guide the design process, guaranteeing uniformity and precision.

·       Management of change

·       It automatically identifies and brings attention to clashes between various design elements, preventing expensive rework, both in engineering as manhours or with the blink of an eye, which will also cost material and plus the manhours on site.

·       It keeps a detailed record of the design's version history, facilitating effective change management and traceability.

·       Designed to manage extensive projects with superior performance and expandability effectively.

·       Offers the option for cloud-based deployment to increase flexibility and ease of access which is great for hybrid working environment.

·       Additional AVEVA Global license is a tool that enables literal work share globally, project management, and design reviews.

REPORTING

Variety of Applications in Industry

·      Oil and Gas: Planning and overseeing intricate offshore and onshore installations.

·      Power and Utilities: Improving power plants' and utility networks' design and functioning.

·      Manufacturing: Improving the design and project management of manufacturing facilities.

·      Chemical: Assisting with the designing and project management of chemical plants,

·      Mining: Assisting with the designing and project management of mining plants

·      Pharmaceutical: Assisting with the designing and project management of pharmaceutical plants,

·      Marine: Assisted with the design and project management of ships and offshore structures.

Benefits of Aveva Everything3D (E3D) 3D Design Module

·       Increased Efficiency, which simplifies the design process, saving time and effort for intricate projects.

 ·      Heightened Precision, which guarantees high levels of accuracy in design, minimizing mistakes and revisions.

 ·      Enhanced Collaboration promotes effective teamwork among various engineering disciplines and stakeholders.

 ·      Cost-effectiveness, which lowers project expenses through streamlined design, clash detection, and change management.

 ·      Risk Management is where you can identify potential issues early in the design process, managing risks and ensuring project safety.

Innovation and Future Trends

·      Digital Twin Technology, where AVEVA excels in developing virtual replicas of physical assets to optimize their performance and maintenance.

·      Sustainability, which AVEVA focuses on delivering solutions that improve operational efficiency and sustainability, in line with global environmental objectives.

 Disadvantages of Aveva Everything3D (E3D) 3D Design Module

No tool is perfect, even though Aveva is a magical tool for 3D design and the above-mentioned other benefits, but I feel I am obligated to tell you the drawbacks that should be assessed as well. Please keep in mind that the items below apply to most of the software on the market.

The cost of the Aveva E3D Design license is high for small companies or individuals, but other intelligent 3D solution tools are also not cheap or may be more expensive than Aveva. For starters, there will be additional training costs due to the tool's complexity, and maintaining it up to date will require maintenance costs.

The tool requires high-performance hardware to run smoothly. Thus, you must choose suitable processors, RAM, and graphics cards that will add to the overall establishment.

Integration between Aveva products is not an issue, but intelligent integration between other intelligent tools is configurable yet very complex.

Some issues need to be addressed by the support team, which might result in waiting for the software's fix release, which would cause long wait times.

 AVEVA’s E3D design software represents a major leap forward in industrial design and engineering, empowering organizations to create, visualize, and manage complex projects effectively. By consistently innovating and integrating advanced technologies, AVEVA aims to assist industries in attaining operational excellence and sustainability, which makes it an important tool for the engineering, manufacturing, construction, and operation teams.