The software follows a structured workflow for efficient analysis:
The software enables engineers and designers to create scientific, rational, economical, and safe pipe network systems. It effectively improves design efficiency, increases engineering returns, and reduces the likelihood of accidents. Over nearly four decades, PIPENET has amassed over 1,500 users worldwide across the oil, natural gas, electric power, chemical, and shipbuilding industries.
This version, , is a 64-bit application available in English. It continues the software's legacy as a leader in fluid flow analysis, offering a robust set of tools for engineers and designers across the oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation, fire protection, and shipbuilding industries.
Which (Transient, Spray/Sprinkler, or Standard) you plan to use most. The industry or project type you are targeting. pipenet 1.11
In transient fluid flow, a rapid change in velocity creates a pressure wave that travels through the piping system. PIPENET 1.11 features an upgraded force calculation engine that seamlessly exports dynamic hydraulic force-time history data. Engineers can input these complex force profiles directly into pipe stress analysis software—such as CAESAR II or AutoPIPE—ensuring structural integrity against water hammer. 2. Advanced Multi-Fluid and Multi-Phase Capabilities
PIPENET 1.11 is widely used across multiple engineering sectors:
This is where Pipenet 1.11 truly shined for fire protection engineers. The Spray module includes: The software follows a structured workflow for efficient
: This is perhaps the most widely cited application for version 1.11. Engineers use it to design fire protection systems that comply with international safety standards such as NFPA 13 . It calculates the exact water demand, pressure, and flow rates required for deluge and sprinkler systems to ensure they function during a "Worst Case Fire Scenario".
| Feature | Pipenet 1.11 | Pipenet 3.0 (Modern) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Operating System | Win 95 - 2000 | Win 10/11 (64-bit) | | CAD Interface | None | Direct AutoCAD/Revit link | | 3D Visualization | No | Full OpenGL 3D | | Auto-sizing pipes | No | Yes (Genetic Algorithm) | | Transient graphics | Static plots | Animated surge videos | | Cloud simulation | No | Yes (AWS backend) |
For safety engineers, PIPENET 1.11 implements the latest regulatory updates from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). The Spray/Sprinkler module automatically checks for compliance regarding maximum velocity limits, nozzle K-factors, and minimum pressure requirements at the most hydraulically remote nozzle, drastically reducing manual verification checklists. 4. Modern User Interface and Smart CAD Integration This version, , is a 64-bit application available in English
This matrix simplifies choosing the right module for specific engineering designs: Capability / Feature Standard Module Spray/Sprinkler Module Transient Module Steady State Steady State Dynamic / Time-Varying Primary Fluid Type Liquids, Gases, Steam Water, Foam Solutions Single & Two-Phase Liquids Regulatory Validation Industrial Standards NFPA 13, 15, 16 Transient Stress Codes Typical Application Plant Utilities, HVAC Deluge Systems, Ringmains Water Hammer Analysis Industrial Applications
The PIPENET suite is split into three standalone yet complementary modules. Each targets specific flow behavior and network layouts: