Comprehensive Piping Solutions for Piping Design and Engineering Services

iPAC Automation offers extensive expertise in piping design and engineering, catering to a diverse range of projects including intricate onshore developments, challenging brownfield sitesand precise as-built documentation. They also specialize in transforming laser scan data into intelligent 3D models. Furthermore, iPAC Automation is well-versed in handling both Front-End Engineering Design (FEED)and Pre-FEED studies, ensuring robust foundational planning for your projects.

Detailed Design Engineering

Their core piping-related services encompass a variety of critical deliverables:

PMS (Piping Material Specification)

Piping Material Specification (PMS) is a fundamental document in piping engineering which defines all technical requirements, materials, dimensions and standards for piping components within a project. At iPAC Automation:

• We generate and manage the PMS document that specifies all piping elements including pipes, flanges, fittings and gaskets, ensuring alignment with applicable codes and standards such as ASME B 36.10, API 5L and ASTM specifications.
• Each pipe class defined in the PMS covers the material grade, thickness, pressure rating, dimensions and connection types relevant to the system’s operating conditions like temperature, pressure and fluid properties.
• Our detailed PMS development process takes into account critical inputs – fluid characteristics, corrosion allowance, welding requirements and safety standards – to create a tailored piping design that optimizes performance and longevity.
• We emphasize traceability and compliance, documenting each component’s manufacture, material certification and testing criteria inline with project and regulatory expectations.

By leveraging our expertise, clients mitigate risks related to material failure, ensure operational safety and facilitate easier inspections and maintenance regimes throughout the asset lifecycle.

VMS (Valve Material Specification)

In parallel to piping materials, Valve Material Specification (VMS) is crucial for defining the materials and design criteria necessary for valves operating under varied process conditions:

• Our VMS services specify materials suitable for valve bodies, trims, seats and actuators that correspond with process parameters such as temperature, pressure and flow media aggressiveness.
• We ensure valve material compliance with standards such as API 600, API 602, MSS SP-25 and other relevant codes to achieve required corrosion resistance, mechanical strength and functional reliability.
• iPAC Automation works with clients to select valve types – ball, gate, globe, butterfly, or control valves – aligned with both process engineering and automation control requirements.

Core Piping-Related Services

Advanced 3D Modeling and 2D Drafting

For their advanced 3D modeling work, iPAC Automation leverages industry-leading software such as E3D, PDMS and SP3D, enabling precise and efficient virtual construction of complex piping systems. For 2D drawings and detailed drafting, they utilize standard platforms like AutoCAD and MicroStation, ensuring accuracy and compatibility.

• AVEVA E3D (Everything 3D): A cutting-edge 3D design software that empowers us to create multi-disciplinary, clash-free piping layouts with real-time clash detection, intelligent nozzle management and P&ID integration. E3D supports rule-based piping design through customizable piping specifications detailing materials, wall thicknesses, connection types, welding requirements and component catalogues. This ensures full compliance with international standards such as ASME and ISO and promotes first-time-right construction.
• PDMS (Plant Design Management System): Enables detailed pipe and equipment modeling with an emphasis on hierarchical structure, advanced move and rotate controls and comprehensive attribute management. PDMS complements E3D for equipment and piping layout, helping to optimize workflows for both greenfield and brownfield projects.
• SP3D (SmartPlant 3D): Another powerful platform favored for large-scale plant design projects, known for its robust data handling and collaboration capabilities. While similar in purpose to E3D, SP3D may be selected based on project-specific requirements and team expertise.

We utilize cutting-edge software such as AutoCAD and MicroStation to generate precise and detailed 2D piping drawings and drafts. These platforms enable us to create accurate layouts, isometric drawings and piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs) essential for successful project execution. Our use of these industry-leading tools guarantees:

• High precision in dimensional detailing and annotations
• Compliance with international standards such as ASME B31.3 for process piping
• Interdisciplinary coordination with instrumentation and control systems

MTO (Material Take-Off) Activity

iPAC Automation performs comprehensive Material Take-Off (MTO) activitiesas a crucial part of the design process. This involves accurately quantifying all materials required for the piping system, including pipes, fittings, valves and structural components. This meticulous approach ensures precise procurement planning, cost estimation and efficient project execution.

Essential Inputs for Optimal Piping Design

To facilitate optimal piping design, iPAC Automation requires specific inputs from clients and vendors. These include: