PV Quick Start

PV Elite
Quick Start
Version 2016 (18.00.00.0000)

Sunday, November 15, 2015
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Contents
PV Elite Quick Start ..................................................................................................................................... 5
What's New in PV Elite and CodeCalc ................................................................................................... 6
Technical Changes ................................................................................................................................. 8
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................. 9
Seminars ................................................................................................................................................. 9
Intergraph CAS Technical Support ......................................................................................................... 9
Licensing ............................................................................................................................................... 11
ESL Installation ............................................................................................................................... 12
SmartPlant License Manager Installation ....................................................................................... 15
Using the SmartPlant License Checkout Utility .................................................................................... 25
Install SmartPlant License Checkout Utility .................................................................................... 25
License Checkout Utility Dialog Box ............................................................................................... 26
Check Out a License ...................................................................................................................... 27
Installation ............................................................................................................................................. 28
Before You Begin PV Elite Installation ........................................................................................... 28
Installing PV Elite from the Product Media ..................................................................................... 29
Installing PV Elite in Silent Mode .................................................................................................... 30
Verifying the Installed Product Program Structure ......................................................................... 31
A Quick Look Around ................................................................................................................................ 33
Component Buttons .............................................................................................................................. 35
Building the Vessel from the Bottom Up ............................................................................................... 36
Dimensions ........................................................................................................................................... 37
Material Specification ............................................................................................................................ 40
Updating the Other Components in the Vessel .................................................................................... 43
The Status Bar at the Bottom of the Screen ......................................................................................... 45
The Output Processor ........................................................................................................................... 45
Generating and Printing the Final Pressure Vessel Report .................................................................. 47
Data Input Other information .............................................................................................................. 48
Design Constraints (Global Settings in PV Elite) .................................................................................. 49
Inserting a Component .......................................................................................................................... 55
Deleting a Component .......................................................................................................................... 55
Node Numbers ...................................................................................................................................... 56
Adding a Nozzle to the Model ............................................................................................................... 56
Nozzle Orientation Around the Vessel .................................................................................................. 58
Flip Model Orientation ........................................................................................................................... 59
Index ........................................................................................................................................................... 60
SECTION 1

The PV Elite Quick Start provides you with a basic introduction to the PV Elite software, as well
as details about licensing and installation. The second section of the Quick Start introduces you
to important features of the interface and shows you the steps required to build a basic model.
For more complete information about PV Elite, see the PV Elite Users Guide installed with your
software.
In This Section
What's New in PV Elite and CodeCalc .......................................... 6
Introduction .................................................................................... 9
Seminars ........................................................................................ 9
Intergraph CAS Technical Support ................................................ 9
Licensing ........................................................................................ 11
Using the SmartPlant License Checkout Utility ............................. 25
Installation ...................................................................................... 28
What's New in PV Elite and CodeCalc

The latest PV Elite and CodeCalc releases deliver a number of significant new and extended
capabilities in response to current market requirements, as well as direct feedback from the
growing PV Elite/CodeCalc user community. The following changes have been made to PV Elite
and CodeCalc.
PV Elite and CodeCalc 2016 (Version 18.00.00.0000)
Code Updates
Updated to support the 2015 ASME Section VIII code.
Updated to support the 2015 IBC code.
Updated to support the 2015 PD 5500 code.
Updated to support the 2013 ANSI B 16.5 code.
Documentation
Updated the documentation in PV Elite to clarify that the nozzle flange is considered in
Flange Distance to Top. (CR-TX-8973)
Updated an image in the PV Elite documentation to be more accurate. Previously, the image
in the Straight Tube Length Measured Between topic incorrectly illustrated the length of
the outer faces extending to the end of the tube. The image has been updated and correctly
illustrates the length of the outer faces ending at the tubesheet.
Configuration
Updated PV Elite by adding an option to separate the foundation load information.

Previously, the software only displayed basering and foundation load information on the
Vessel Design Summary report. You can now select Foundation Loads on a New Page
on the Configuration dialog which will result in the basering and foundation load
information displaying on the new Foundation Support Summary report. A new Basering
Cross Section View sketch also displays on both the Vessel Design Summary report and
Foundation Support Summary report.
Graphics
Improved PV Elite graphics for displaying thin expansion joints.
Improved PV Elite graphics to display seams between multiple elements of the same type.
Improved PV Elite graphics to display repad for nozzles.
Improved PV Elite graphics to visually represent loads on nozzles.
Input Processor
Added new inputs in PV Elite on the Seismic Data tab that allow for additional factors to be
considered during seismic analysis. The new inputs, Consider the Rotational Force Effect,
Site Velocity, Specification Factor, and Site Factor allow for rotational forces to be
calculated when performing seismic analysis according to the Mexico Sismo (2008) seismic
design code. (CR-TX-13469)
Updated PV Elite by adding an additional hydro-test option for ASME Division 1. A new
App. 27-4 option was added to Hydrotest Type on the Design Constraints tab. This new
option allows you to test that glass-lined vessels meet the requirements of Appendix 27-4 of
ASME Division 1. (CR-TX-12326)
Fixed an issue in PV Elite in which the software did not recognize certain materials as being
in the creep range. The material database was updated to contain accurate creep range
temperatures for applicable materials. Creep range temperatures for a material now display
in red on the Material Properties dialog. (CR-TX-14786, TR-TX-14476)
Updated PV Elite and CodeCalc by adding fields for the minimum and maximum operating
pressure for the shell and channel sides of a tubesheet. As a results of the ASME 2015
code updates, Maximum Operating Pressure for UHX and Minimum Operating
Pressure for UHX were added to the Load Cases tab of the Heat Exchanger Tubesheet
Input dialog box in PV Elite. Shell Maximum Operating Pressure, Shell Minimum
Operating Pressure, Channel Maximum Operating Pressure, and Channel Minimum
Operating Pressure were added to the ASME Tubesheet module in CodeCalc.
(CR-TX-14635, CR-TX-14787)
Updated PV Elite by adding options to select and clear all the nozzles on the Change
Nozzle Materials dialog. Previously, users had to manually select each nozzle in the
Exclude Nozzle section. The software now contains Select All and Unselect All options
below the Exclude Nozzle section which allows user to quickly select or clear all the
nozzles in the list box. (CR-TX-14781)
Updated PV Elite to include fields for drawing and revision information about the PV Elite
model. The new fields, Reference #, Revision #, Client Name, Drawing #, and Contract
Date were added to the Heading tab. The information entered in the new fields displays on
the cover page of output reports. (CR-TX-14785)
Updated PV Elite to allow you to calculate the effective wind diameter using only a few
inputs. The new Special Effective Wind Diameter dialog contains inputs that allow you to
easily calculate the wind diameter for a vertical column, making it quicker to determine the
foundation loads necessary for the structure. (CR-TX-14956)
Output Reports
Updated PV Elite by adding a warning message during analysis when the user-defined
MAWP is greater than the computed MAWP by PV Elite. If you enter a value in User
Defined MAWP that is greater than the MAWP calculated by PV Elite, a warning displays
upon running the vessel analysis as well as on the Internal Pressure Calculations report.
The warning message explains that the software uses the user-defined MAWP in
calculations instead of the MAWP calculated by the software.
Technical Changes
The following list details changes to PV Elite and CodeCalc (Version 18.00.00.000), which may
affect the numeric results:
Calculation Updates
Fixed an issue in PV Elite regarding the calculation of occasional allowable stresses

according to EN 13445. The software now computes the stresses in accordance with
Section 22. The software no longer considers an allowance for the occasional load factor of
1.2. (CR-TX-13822)
SECTION 2
Introduction
PV Elite is a package of applications that work together to design and analyze pressure
vessels and heat exchangers. The PV Elite software provides you with easy-to-use,
technically-sound, and well-documented calculations that expedite and simplify vessel-design
and re-rating tasks. The software also provides recent, industry-accepted analyses of the
designs.
Calculations in PV Elite are based upon the latest editions of national codes, such as the ASME
Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code or other relevant industry standards that are not covered
directly by ASME VIII-1.
The PV Elite Development Team continuously enhances the software to add new functionality
and to modify existing procedures as industry codes are updated. For more information on the
most recent changes to PV Elite, see What's New in PV Elite and CodeCalc (on page 6).
Seminars
Intergraph CAS periodically offers seminars to augment your knowledge of PV Elite and of
vessel and heat exchanger design and analysis. The general seminar is held in our Houston
office and covers three days of material. This seminar emphasizes understanding the theories of
analysis, the ASME code rules for certain components, and the design of components using the
software.
Custom seminars held at client locations are also available. For additional seminar details,
please contact the support staff at: seminars.icas@intergraph.com.
Intergraph CAS Technical Support

For the latest support information for this product:
Technical Support
Email:
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Knowledge-Based
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Also, you can submit any documentation comments or suggestions you might have on the
Intergraph support site.
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SECTION 3
Licensing
PV Elite supports three types of licensing:
Local External Software Lock (ESL)

Hardware-based licensing using a green USB dongle. A local ESL can be moved
between computers (such as between desktops and laptops).
Network External Software Lock (ESL)

Hardware-based licensing using a red USB dongle. A network ESL is installed on a
computer that is network accessible from the computer, or multiple computers, running
PV Elite.
License Manager
Software-based licensing using SmartPlant License Manager (SPLM). For more
information, see SmartPlant License Manager Installation (on page 15). Refer to the
SmartPlant License Manager documentation for complete installation and configuration
instructions.
External Software Lock (ESL) Keys

The External Software Lock (ESL) is the security protection method used by Intergraph CAS,
Inc. The software cannot execute unless an appropriate ESL (green or red USB key) is
connected locally to the computer, or to another computer in the network (red USB key).
The ESL contains the PV Elite licensing data, and other client-specific information. This
information includes the client company name and user ID number. Additional data may be
stored on the ESL depending on the specific program and the specific client.
There are two different ESL types, local and network. Both types of ESLs are intended to be
attached to the USB ports of the applicable computers. The appropriate ESL(s) are shipped with
your product according to the licensing type purchase.
Local ESLs provide the maximum flexibility in using the software in that they can be moved
between computers (for example, between desktops and laptops).
Network ESLs must be attached to a computer on the network, either a computer or the
server. In order for the network to respond to software requests for the ESL, the NetHASP
License Manager utility must also be running on the computer where the network ESL is
attached.
The HASP drivers for ESL usage can be found in the sub-directory, ASSIDRV, beneath the
analysis products program directory. However, for CADWorx the HASP drivers for ESL usage
can be found in the sub-directory, Utilities. The documentation files in this sub-directory contain
instructions for a variety of networks and operating systems. Note that there are periodic
updates to these ESL drivers and they can be downloaded from the Intergraph Smart Support
(https://smartsupport.intergraph.com) website.
Do not connect two locks to the same computer. The software finds the first lock and
returns its code. For example, you have a lock for CAESAR II and CADWorx and plug both into
the same computer. You start CAESAR II, but the software might find the CADWorx lock first
and return an error. If the same computer is going to run more than one Intergraph CAS, Inc.
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product, then contact Intergraph CAS by sending an email to
icaslicenserequests@intergraph.com to request that both products be licensed from the same
lock.
ESL Installation
The following topics explain how to install the different hardware locks supported by PV Elite.
What do you want to do?
Install a local lock (on page 12)
Install a network lock (on page 12)
Install a local lock

1. Open Windows Explorer.
2. If you are installing CAESAR II, PV Elite, or TANK, navigate to c:\Program Files\Intergraph
CAS\Product\Assidrv and double-click HASPUserSetup.exe.
-ORIf you are installing CADWorx, navigate to C:\CADWorx Version\Utilities and double-click
HaspHLDriverSetup.exe
3. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver.
Install a network lock

The following list details general information about red network ESLs.
The red network ESL should be set up by a Network Administrator or someone familiar with
Windows-based networks. If you are not familiar with concepts such as network protocols,
broadcast, IP addresses, TCP, UDP, and Windows Services, please do not attempt to setup
the red network ESL.
The red network ESL does not have to be attached to the network server. We recommend
attaching the red network ESL to a computer that is always up and running, can be
re-booted without impact to users, and is not the primary computer for any user on the
network.
If you install an Intergraph CAS product on a network drive for multiple users to access,
assign read/write privileges for all users to the [Product Folder]\System folder. Intergraph
CAS applications write temporary files to the [Product Folder]\System folder that pertains to
the installation. The [Product Folder]\System folder also needs to have read/write privileges
for all users.
If you are using other network protocols, such as NetBIOS or IPX, check the SafeNet web
site for instructions. The only protocol tested with Intergraph CAS products is TCP/IP.
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The information provided in the analysis products Help file is a supplement to the NetHasp
User's Guide, which is delivered as a PDF(_NETHASP.pdf) in Assidrv folder. CADWorx
delivers this _NETHASP.pdf in the Utilities folder. Review the PDF file for any issues not
addressed in the Help file.
Notes on Network ESLs

A network ESL has advantages and disadvantages. One big advantage is that many client
computers can access the software from a single server. Additional points for consideration are
listed below.
Depending on the number of licenses allowed by the network ESL, some users may receive
error messages when attempting to access the software. For example, if the ESL has been
configured to allow four simultaneous users, an error message stating that no licenses are
available when the fifth user attempts to access the software. Consequently, the fifth user is
not able to access the software until one of the first four users exits the software and
releases a license.
Because of the communication procedures between the client computer and the file server,
memory access to the network ESL is much slower than to a local ESL. This access time
delay only occurs when the software is first started after installation.
Because there is no network specific version of the software, the software looks first for a
local ESL, and then for a network ESL. This allows both a network ESL and several local
ESLs to be used on the same system. This transparent ESL access procedure allows a
single version of the software to be used on the network and on remote computers.
We recommend that only 70 to 80 percent of the required licenses be assigned to a network

ESL, with the remaining 20 to 30 percent assigned to local ESLs. This enables the local ESL
to be moved between computers. If all of the licenses are on the network ESL, a user must
be logged into the network to access the software. As such, a few local ESLs provide much
greater operating flexibility.
NetHASP License Manager / NETHASP.INI Instructions

You must have Administrator privileges to perform the following procedure.
1. Attach the red network hardware lock to the parallel port or USB port of the computer.
2. On the computer where the hardware lock is attached, navigate to the analysis products'
Assidrv folder, and then double-click Lmsetup.exe. For CADWorx, navigate to the [Product
Folder]\Utilities to access LMsetup.exe. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the
NetHASP License Manager as a service.
3. The NetHasp License Manager starts automatically each time you re-boot the computer.
This occurs because the NetHasp License Manager is set up as a start up service inside
Windows 7/8. To verify that the service is running, click Start > Control Manager >
Administrative Services, and then double-click Services. In the Services dialog box,
locate HASP Loader in the Name list. The HASP Loader Service starts even if no one logs
into the computer.
4. Determine what protocols the NetHasp License Manager is listening to. The NetHasp
License Manager displays a message similar to those list below:
Server is listening to IPX : Loaded
Server is listening to TCP/IP : Loaded
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Server is listening to NetBIOS : Loaded
Loaded means that this protocol is active on the computer.
5. Open the Activity Log menu. This displays the activity log that confirms which protocols are
loaded. Do not be alarmed if the activity log reports that the NHSRV.ini file is not found.
6. Use the box in the top-left corner of the activity log to display only the information specific to
each protocol. Open the activity log for the protocol you want to use, and verify that it
contains no error messages.
7. For TCP/IP protocol, the activity log should report something similar to the following:
Server IP address: 111.111.111.111
Server Host Name: PDC_NT01
8. To speed up response time to the network key, use the Remove menu to unload any
protocols that you are not planning to use with the NetHasp License Manager.
Modify NetHASP.ini for TCP/IP Protocol

If you still cannot access the network ESL you need to configure this NetHASP.ini
file. You must know the IP address of the computer where the red network hardware lock is
attached. All lines with a semi-colon at the start are considered not used.
1. Modify the NetHASP.ini file, located in the analysis products' Assidrv folder and in
CADWorx's Utilities folder under [NH_COMMON], as follows:
a. NH_TCPIP = Enabled
AND under [NH_TCPIP]
b. NH_SERVER_ADDR = 111.111.111.111
c.
NH_USE_BROADCAST = Disabled
You may also have to modify other entries in the [NH_TCPIP] section depending on
your network setup. The most common entry to modify is NH_TCPIP_METHOD.
2. Copy the NetHASP.ini file to the AutoCAD folder.
Example: C:\Program Files\AutoCAD
Example: C:\Program Files\Autodesk\AutoCAD
3. For CADWorx Design Review, copy the NetHASP.ini file to the [Product Folder]\Intergraph
CAS\CADWorx Design Review folder.
4. Start PV Elite.
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Troubleshooting Network Locks
1. Verify that the NetHasp License Manager is running on the computer where the red network
ESL is attached.
2. Verify the protocols that NetHasp License Manager is broadcasting. Make sure that these
protocols are installed on the client computers.
3. Install and run the Monitor Utility. You can find the NetHASPMonitorSetup.exe located in the
analysis products' Assidrv folder. For CADWorx, you can find the
NetHASPMonitorSetup.exe in the [Product Folder]\Utilities. If NetHASP Monitor cannot find
the red network ESL, then PV Elite cannot find the red network ESL.
SmartPlant License Manager Installation

Before beginning the product installation, refer to the delivered SmartPlant License Manager
readme file for the latest product installation updates. The readme file is delivered in the top
level product folder of the product media. Be sure you have the latest version of the SmartPlant
License Manager software before beginning the installation. If you do not have the latest version
of the software, you can download it from Intergraph Smart Support Online
(https://smartsupport.intergraph.com).
SmartPlant License Manager 2010 (v11) can be upgraded to SmartPlant License
Manager 2012 (v12). Any existing license key will be invalidated after the upgrade to SmartPlant
License Manager 2012 (v12). You will need to generate a new machine ID and request a new
key.
Quick Installation Workflow

Use this workflow for all products that require SmartPlant License Manager licensing. The
System Administrator completes or gives guidance about most of these steps. Administrator
rights are required to install and set up SmartPlant License Manager. If you need more
information, follow the detailed procedures in the other sections. For more information, refer to
Functions of SmartPlant License Manager: License Machine and Appendix G: Error Messages
and Troubleshooting.
Please refer to the delivered SmartPlant License Manager Readme for all the latest
product installation updates.
1. Designate a computer as the SmartPlant License Manager license machine. This computer
must be on the network and have a name with no spaces and a static IP address.
2. Install SmartPlant License Manager using the License Machine option on the license
machine and generate a machine ID.
3. Request a license key from the Intergraph Order Desk or generate a license key using
eLicense (https://ppmapps.intergraph.com/elicensev3).
4. Click Start > Programs > Intergraph SmartPlant License Manager > SmartPlant
License Manager.
5. Click Install and Remove and Install License Key commands.
6. Enter the license key you received. If the license key installs correctly, the SmartPlant
License Manager software automatically closes.
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7. Next, install SmartPlant License Manager using the License Client option on each client
computer.
8. Click Start > Programs > Intergraph SmartPlant License Manager > SmartPlant
License Manager.
9. Click Configure and Test and Select License Machine for Client.
10. Enter the SmartPlant License Manager license machine name. Exit SmartPlant License
Manager.
11. Install the software that requires licensing, for example, SmartPlant Review, PDS, or
SmartPlant P&ID. Use that product's installation and configuration guides to install each
product.
12. Use the Test Seat Reservation and Test Seat Release commands to ensure that
communication is working between the license machine and the client. Successful
messages show appropriate communication.
13. Click Test Seat Reservation. Select the license machine name and Batch or Interactive
mode. Note the seat number in the SmartPlant License Manager Information dialog box
to enter.
14. Click Test Seat Release and enter the seat designated in the SmartPlant License
Manager Information dialog box.
15. Start the software product that requires SmartPlant License Manager licensing.
16. For information about firewalls, please refer to Appendix E: Microsoft Windows Firewall and
SmartPlant License Manager.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

For the most current questions and answers about SmartPlant License Manager, see Intergraph
Smart Support Online (https://smartsupport.intergraph.com). Type your question in the Search
Answers page, and click Search.
Purchasing Licenses FAQ

Q: Do I have to request a software upgrade from my local office before requesting a
license?
A: No, you can request licenses without upgrading the software. If you are upgrading
software, you must request the upgrade before you request licenses. A license request does
not include a software upgrade and a software upgrade does not include a license request.
Q: Is there a form to use for requesting licenses?
A: Yes, there is a PDF form and the same content in an Excel spreadsheet. All products
except INtools 6.0 and earlier use the same form, which is found on the following web page:
http://www.intergraph.com/ppm/products.aspx. Click SPLM Request Form on the right side
of the page. This form is also located on Intergraph Smart Support Online.
INtools 6.0 and earlier uses its own form, found on the SmartPlant Instrumentation >
Additional Information web page.
Q: How do I purchase licenses?
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A: Contact your local sales account manager to request an upgrade of the lease profile to
include purchase licenses. See https://ppmapps.intergraph.com/elicense.
See Also
General Topics FAQ (on page 17)
General Topics FAQ

Q: What product licenses are managed with SmartPlant License Manager 2012?
A: SmartPlant License Manager supports the following products and license types:
CAESAR II
CADWorx
FrameWorks Plus
ISOGEN (Batch ISOGEN and Interactive ISOGEN)
PDS: PDS 3D, PDS 2D, PDS IDM, PDS 2D PID
PV Elite
PV Fabricator
SDNF Import
Smart 3D to PDMS Exporter
SmartMarine 3D
SmartMarine 3D Hull
SmartMarine 3D Layout
SmartMarine 3D Outfitting
SmartMarine 3D Tribon
SmartPlant Construction
SmartPlant Electrical Basic (formally SmartPlant Electrical)
SmartPlant Electrical Detailed Engineering (formally sigraph.CAE)
SmartPlant Instrumentation (formerly INtools)
SmartPlant Isometrics (formerly I-Sketch)
SmartPlant Materials
SmartPlant Materials Material Life Cycle Library
SmartPlant Materials Engineering and Procurement Integration Module
SmartPlant Materials Material Supply Chain Management Module
SmartPlant Materials Site Management Module
SmartPlant Materials Integrator Module
SmartPlant Materials Supplier Module
SmartPlant P&ID
SmartPlant P&ID Design Validation Tool
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SmartPlant P&ID Engineering
SmartPlant Plant Engineering Solution Bundle
SmartPlant 3D
SmartPlant 3D Bundle (Support bundle licensing in SmartPlant 3D, SmartMarine 3D,

and SmartPlant 3D Materials Handling Edition)
SmartPlant 3D Import commands
SmartPlant 3D Materials Handling Edition
SmartPlant Layout
SmartPlant Reference Data
SmartPlant Review
SmartPlant Review Publisher
SmartPlant Spoolgen (formerly SPOOLGEN)
SmartSketch
SmartSketch Drawing Editor
SupportModeler for PDS
SupportManager for PDS
TANK
Q: What new features were added in SmartPlant License Manager 2012?

A: We added a new counted type seat for the license key. We also added new options in
the SmartPlant License Manager interface and improved some existing functions.
Q: Where can I find SmartPlant License Manager and other products to download?
A: SmartPlant License Manager is available from Intergraph Smart Support Online
Select View Downloads > SmartPlant License Manager.
You do not need a serial number to install SmartPlant License Manager.
Q: What do I need to do to receive a License Key?
A: You need to generate a Machine ID from your license machine and submit it to
Intergraph to request a license key. After installing SPLM 2012 v12, you can find the
Generate Machine ID utility on your Start menu (Programs > Intergraph SmartPlant
License Manager).
To prevent a loss in production, you can pre-request a new SPLM 2012 license key before
upgrading your SPLM 2010 or previous version to SPLM 2012. You can download the utility
(splmGenMachineID.exe) from Intergraph Smart Support Online
(https://smartsupport.intergraph.com). For more information, please check our document
Important Upgrade Info for SPLM 2012.pdf on the eLicense and Smart Support sites (View
Downloads > SmartPlant License Manager > Technical Notes and Whitepapers >
SmartPlant License Manager 2012 (v12)).
Q: What is a license machine?
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A: The license machine is the computer where the license key is loaded; it can be a
standard computer or a server. The license key tells the license machine how many licenses
it can issue. Clients of a license machine are computers where SmartPlant License Manager
is installed and pointing to the license machine. The computer where you start the software
(for example, PDS or SmartPlant P&ID) asks the license machine for a license. If a license
is available, the license machine provides it. If all licenses are in use, the client is not
granted a license.
Q: What is the Machine ID?
A: The Machine ID is a collection of hardware and software identifiers that together allow a
machine to be uniquely identified. The Machine ID is used to manage licenses. The
information is used to generate the license key and is not useful to other software programs.
Q: Do I need to have SmartPlant License Manager installed in order to generate the
Machine ID?
A: No. The utility used to generate the machine identifier is included in the SmartPlant
License Manager installation but can be downloaded separately without installing
SmartPlant License Manager. The utility is used to generate the Machine ID, which is used
to produce keys for the license machine. SmartPlant License Manager and the new licenses
may be installed at the same time, minimizing disruption and down time.
Q: Will providing the Machine ID make my computer less secure?
A: No. The Machine ID allows the license manager to uniquely identify your computer from
a collection of hardware and software identifiers without explicitly publishing your computer's
TCP/IP address. Because the computer identifier cannot be used like a TCP/IP address, it is
actually more secure than publishing your computer's TCP/IP address.
Q: Is my existing key still running if I regenerate the Machine ID?
A: Yes, but you will not be able to reinstall the old key. You will need to request a new key
for the new machine identifier.
Q: I currently have SPLM v11 installed. Can I install SPLM v12 on top of this version?
What will happen with my current license key?
A: Yes, you can over-install SPLM 2012 v12 on your current SPLM 2010 v11 license
machine or client, but you will need to generate a new machine ID, and request and install a
new key after you upgrade to SPLM 2012 on your license machine.
Q: Can I pre-request a SPLM v12 license key to prevent production down time? I currently
have SPLM v11 installed.
A: Yes, you can pre-request a SPLM v11 license key prior to upgrading to SPLM v12 on
your license machine. You need to download the Generate Machine ID executable for
SPLM 2012 (splmGenMachineID.exe) first to get a v12 machine ID and then request a
SPLM v12 license key.
Detailed instructions can be found in Important Upgrade Info for SPLM 2012.pdf." Be sure
to read this document first before upgrading your license machine.
Both the upgrade instructions and the Generate Machine ID executable for SPLM 2012
(splmGenMachineID.exe) can be downloaded from Intergraph Smart Support Online
(https://smartsupport.intergraph.com) or from eLicense
(https://ppmapps.intergraph.com/elicensev3).
Q: How can I tell what version of SPLM was used in the Machine ID or license key file?
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A: Please check the starting number or letter in your Machine ID or license key. See the
table below.
Version
Machine ID starts with
License key starts with
2012 (12.00.82.00)
2012 (12.00.16.00)
2012 (12.00.05.00)
2010 (v11)
2008 (v10)
Q: How can I find the version of SmartPlant License Manager that I have installed?
A: You can find that information in the readme.txt or readme.html located in the product
directory (by default, C:\win32app\INGR\SPLM), or you can select Help > About
SmartPlant License Manager located in the top right corner of the SmartPlant License
Manager user interface.
Q: What happens if I install the new license key prior to expiration of the old license key?
A: The new license will overwrite the existing key independent of the expiration date.
Q: Do I have to have one license machine for each LAN?
A: No, your configuration is entirely up to you. A persistent network connection is required if
you want to connect to a license machine that belongs to a different LAN.
Q: Can I divide the licenses for one LAN into several license machines for the purpose of
managing project access, for example, or as coverage in the event that my license
machine goes down?
A: Yes, you can divide the licenses.
Q: How do I remove SmartPlant License Manager?
A: Select Start > Control Panel > Programs and Features > Uninstall SPLM from the list
If you need to set up your license machine again after you remove SPLM, you will
need to re-install SPLM, generate a new Machine ID, and request a new key.
Q: Can I set up the SmartPlant License Manager license machine in a Virtual Machine?
A: Yes, you can set up the SmartPlant License Manager license machine in a virtual
machine. However, only limited testing had been done and there is a high potential of
failure. We do not recommend setting up a license machine in a virtual environment. We can
only provide very limited support for SPLM licensing machine running in any virtual
configurations.
If you are experiencing problems with your SPLM machine configured in a virtual
environment you will ask you to configure a non virtualized environment. Only after the
problem is known to be reproducible in a non virtualized environment will Intergraph react to
the problem. To troubleshoot your virtual configuration problems may require a consulting
services agreement and might not be covered under your regular maintenance agreement.
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Q: Is the SmartPlant License Manager Users Guide delivered with the software
products?
A: Yes. The SmartPlant License Manager Installation and Users Guide is included with all
products that require SmartPlant License Manager. The document is also available with the
product documentation on Intergraph Smart Support Online
This document explains the new features, client and license machine installations and
functions, upgrade instructions, license control, error messages, and troubleshooting.
Q: What is license stacking?
A: License stacking gives an administrator the ability to input two license keys (this month's
and next month's), each with its own quantity of licenses for each of the next two months.
This gives system administrators much more freedom and helps ensure there is no down
time.
Q: Do I need to remove the existing key in order to input two license keys for two
months?
A: No. You schedule next months licenses this month. Get a new key, create the bat file,
and submit it to install. Once the installation date/time has passed, the new key will be the
one installed.
pdlice -a keyvaluehere >>outputfilehere
Submit the bat file to either the AT services or a batch queue to run at a specified time.
Q: How are the number of licenses for a given license machine determined?
A: The number of licenses covered by a license key equals the total number of licenses that
you have purchased or are leasing for each LAN ID listed for that license server. Intergraph
records determine the correct number of licenses for the key.
To change the number of licenses for a LAN, use the License Key Request Form found on
the following web page:
http://www.intergraph.com/ppm/products.aspx
Sending this form does not change your number of licenses; it notifies Intergraph that you
want to do so. A valid purchase order is required to increase the number of licenses for your
LAN.
Q: How do I check the number of licenses in a license key?
A: On your licensing machine, click Show Key Status on the Display Options dialog box
to show the status of your keys.
Q: How can I tell who is using a license?
A: Click Display Status of Reserved License on the Display Options dialog box.
Q: Does the installation date have to be precise?
A: The key can be installed any time during the 72-hour period that begins with the
installation date you provide. For example, if you request 01-July-2008 as the installation
date, the key can be installed on 01-July, 02-July, or 03-July.
Q: Can I make an educated guess at my installation date?
A: Yes. Intergraph will provide a key within 48 hours of receipt of your request (via mail or
phone). Please ensure that the date you request is the actual date that you will install the
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key, making sure that all necessary software is available and loaded before that date. We
request that you notify us as early as possible.
Q: What happens if my licensing machine goes down?
A: You will be unable to check out licenses from this machine until it is back in use.
Processes that already have licenses checked out are not affected by the fact that the
license computer is unavailable.
It is possible in critical situations to request emergency licenses from Intergraph. They are
installed on the client computer rather than a licensing machine. Contact Intergraph Support
at 1-800-766-7701 or your local Intergraph office for more information.
Q: What happens if the license machine is rebooted in the middle of my design session?
A: Nothing. Licensing does not depend on maintaining a continuous communication link to
the license machine.
Q: What happens if my local computer goes down after I've obtained a license?
A: If the scavenger cannot contact the client computer during scavenging, the license is
marked for a 16-hour hold before it is released. The scavenger periodically advances this
16-hour timer for each license. It is important to schedule the scavenger to run regularly, at
least every hour or two. If the client is in contact sooner, the hold is voided and normal
scavenging takes over.
Q: I am running out of licenses earlier than I believe I should be. How can I troubleshoot
to understand what is happening?
A: The Admin user can run Scavenge for Keys on the Scavenge Options dialog box or
you can type pdlice -n in a Command Prompt window on the license machine.
If you think that client nodes are improperly holding onto licenses, examine the results of the
pdlice -M command. This shows you which client nodes have licenses checked out. If a
client computer has no plant design-related activity and it is still holding licenses, rebooting
that client and then scavenging from the licensing machine may free some licenses.
If possible, find out what was processing when the job stopped. This information can help
you and/or Intergraph determine the underlying cause of the termination. Save the output of
any scavenging process that returns a license. This information will provide the reasons why
the license was returned. The output of the scavenger includes the following information:
nodename, product tag, batch mode (Yes/No), process ID, and checkout time.
Q: Can SmartPlant License Manager be installed on a laptop computer?
A: Yes, SmartPlant License Manager can be installed on a laptop and a laptop can be used
as a SmartPlant License Manager client or licensing machine.
1. Download the latest SmartPlant License Manager software from Intergraph Smart
Support Online and install the software.
2. Prepare the laptop for machine ID generation: Disable all the network connections
except the loopback adapter before generating the Machine ID. Do not attempt to
generate the Machine ID more than once. (Please refer to the corresponding section in
the SmartPlant License Manager Installation and User's Guide about how to set up the
loopback adapter.). Also, make sure the loopback adapter is the first on your network
connection list (Control Panel > Network Connections > Advanced Settings).
3. Select Generate Machine ID from the Intergraph SmartPlant License Manager program
group.
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4. Send the Machine ID output to Intergraph to request a license key. If all the previous
steps described in this section were performed correctly, SmartPlant License Manager
should work if the laptop is connected to the network or not. No extra step is required
when the laptop is connected back to the network.
Q: Is there a limit for the number of seats that can be generated per key?
A: The limit is 32766 seats per license key.
Q: Can I run the executable of SmartPlant License Manager or SmartPlant products in XP
compatible mode?
A: No, you should not set SmartPlant License Manager or SmartPlant products in XP
compatible mode. If you do, your SmartPlant products may return the following error:
SPLM Failed [Creating/Stating] The parameter is incorrect.
SOFTWARE\Intergraph\Pdlice_etc
Q: When an application is on a machine that is disconnected from the network without
exiting the product, how long is the license held?
A: 16 hours.
Q: Which products can have daily licenses?
A: Currently PDS and S3D support daily licenses.
Q: How long would a daily license last?
A: A daily license expires after 12 hours.
Q: We installed a key for three licenses, but we can operate only two licenses at the same
time. Why?
A: There can be several reasons.
Click Display Status of Reserved License on the Display Options dialog box to
determine the number of licenses that your key contains.
Click Scavenge for Keys on the Scavenge Options dialog box to scavenge for the third
license that you are unable to use.
Verify that clients and servers can ping to each other. Look for anomalies such as two nodes
on the network with the same name or the reuse of an old name for a new computer, but
with some traces of the old computer still existing in files on the network.
Q: What is the difference between the Select License Machine for Client command and
the Select License Machine for Client (Current User) command?
A: The Select License Machine for Client command updates the
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE (HKLM) list of license machines so that all users will have the
same list of license servers. This command requires administrator privileges.
The Select License Machine for Client (Current User) command updates the
HKEY_CURRENT_USER (HKCU) list of license servers for a specific user. This command
runs with non-administrator/standard user privileges. There can be a different list of license
servers for each user on a machine.
HKCU takes precedence over HKLM. In other words, if HKCU is set, SmartPlant
License Manager does not use the license machines in HKLM.
Q: How does the PDLICE_WAIT variable work?
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A: For interactive jobs, the jobs do not wait for licenses if none are available. You are
notified immediately that the jobs did not start. You can retry.
For batch jobs, the variable PDLICE_WAIT can be used to change the wait time. By default,
a batch job will wait for up to 12 hours for a license to become available. You can change
the wait time by setting the environment variable on the client computer from which the
license was attempted to be obtained.
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SECTION 4
Using the SmartPlant License Checkout Utility

The SmartPlant License Checkout utility allows you to obtain licenses for ICAS for use on a
non-networked computer (for example, a remote laptop). Using this utility allows you to run ICAS
without a network connection to the license machine. Each user on a server can check out a
license on that machine. When you check out a license, the license and expiration information
are stored for use by the application. Your Intergraph application determines the license
information location and whether the checkout operation applies to all users or a single user on
the same system.
Each time you start the product during the checkout period, a message displays the expiration
date for the checked out license. When the checkout period for the license expires, the
application attempts to request a license using SmartPlant License Manager the next time you
start the product. For example, after the license expires at 11:59 PM on the expiration date, the
next time you start the product, it attempts to access the SmartPlant License Manager license
machine for base and module licenses prior to running.
For information on products supported by the SmartPlant License Checkout Utility, see the
Intergraph PPM Compatibility Matrix - Product Report: Intergraph Smart Support Online
You must install and configure SmartPlant License Manager before checking out a license.
You must have administrator privileges to setup and install the utility.
Install SmartPlant License Checkout Utility

Do not uninstall the version of the SmartPlant License Checkout Utility that is
currently on your system if you (a) are installing a new product that includes the latest version of
the SmartPlant License Checkout Utility, or (b) have other Intergraph applications loaded on
your machine. You can have both versions of the Checkout Utility installed on your system. The
older version of the SmartPlant License Checkout Utility is required to work with your
currently-loaded applications. Refer to the compatibility matrix chart on Smart Support for
information on application versions and their required version of the SmartPlant License
Checkout Utility.
The SmartPlant License Checkout Utility version that is supported by your purchased Intergraph
product is included in the product delivery.
Install the Utility

1. Insert the product CD or DVD. If the installation does not start automatically, double-click
setup.exe in the main folder.
The required version of the SmartPlant License Checkout Utility is included with each
supported product installation and setup.
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For ICAS products, locate the SmartPlant License Checkout Utility installation program
in the Other Installs folder of the product DVD.
2. Click SmartPlant License Checkout Utility Installation, and from the Welcome screen
click Next.
3. Type your name and the organization or company name, and then click Next.
4. Click Display to read and accept the license agreement, and then click Yes.
You must have a PDF reader to view the license agreement.
5. Specify the destination folder, and then click Next.
6. Click Install to start the installation process.
7. Click Finish.
You can uninstall the License Checkout utility at any time, even if you are currently running
a product in remote license mode.
If you installed the latest version of the SmartPlant License Checkout Utility, it is installed
along with the older version. Both versions display from the Start menu as shown in the
following example:
License Checkout Utility Dialog Box

Specifies the product for which you want to check out a license.
Application Group
Displays the installed products available for license checkout. Select the product for which
you want to check out licenses.
If the Application Group list is empty, your application requires an older version of
the checkout utility. Please check your original product installation media for the compatible
version of the utility.
Available Modules
Displays any modules or add-ins available with your product. If no modules appear in the
list, either your product contains no supported modules, or no modules have been installed.
Check the box beside the module for which you want to check out a license, and then click
Check Out. If you want to check out only the base product, do not check any of the
modules.
License Expiration
Specifies the date that you want the checkout to expire. When the checkout period for the
license expires, the product returns to normal and connected license operation using the
SmartPlant License Manager the next time you start the product.
For PV Elite, a license can be checked out for a maximum of 90 days.
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Check Out a License

1. Make sure SmartPlant License Manager (SPLM) is set up on your computer.
2. Click Start > Programs > Intergraph SmartPlant License Checkout Utility > License
Checkout Utility.
License Checkout Utility Dialog Box (on page 26)
3. In the Application Group list, select your product.
4. In the Available Modules list, select the module to use.
5. If required, select an expiration from the License Expiration list, and then click Check Out.
The minimum length of time you can have a license checked out is for approximately 24 hours.
You can cut this time down to approximately 12 hours if you check out the license just before
mid-day. For product-specific check out information, refer to the installation guide provided with
your product.
Each time you start PV Elite while using remote license mode, the software displays a message
informing you when the checked out licenses expire. The first time that you run PV Elite after the
checked out licenses expire, the software displays a message informing you that the checked
out licenses have expired and that the software is reverting to the standard connected license
mode and attempting to get licenses from SmartPlant License Manager.
When running in remote license mode, you cannot use setup to modify the product
installation until the following conditions are met:
The checkout duration expires.
The system is working with SmartPlant License Manager in connected license mode
once again.
In other words, you cannot install or remove modules while running in remote license mode.
If PV Elite is running in remote license mode but is unable to confirm for any reason that it is
running in that mode, PV Elite automatically returns to connected license mode and
attempts to obtain the licenses from SmartPlant License Manager. PV Elite notifies you if it
is unable to obtain licenses from SmartPlant License Manager.
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SECTION 5
Installation
Prior to installing PV Elite, verify that your computer meets the required hardware and software
requirements. For more information, see Before You Begin PV Elite Installation (on page 28)
The PV Elite installation DVD contains the following options:
Install PV Elite- Launches the main installation process, which installs PV Elite, the HASP
drivers, and all associated documentation.
PV Elite Information - Opens the PV Elite Product Details page on the Intergraph CAS web
site.
ReadMe File - Opens a text file discussing the installation steps, the system requirements,
and the DVD contents.
License Agreement - Opens an RTF file containing the PV Elite License Agreement.
HASP Network Licensing Overview - Opens a DOC file containing a summary of the
Aladdin (SafeNet) HASP Licensing System.
HASP Trouble Shooting - Opens a DOC file containing troubleshooting procedures for
issues with HASP licensing.
DVD Content:
Browse the DVD - Displays the DVD contents in Windows Explorer.
Additional Products - Displays additional Intergraph CAS products.
Contact Intergraph - Displays contact information for Intergraph CAS Support.
Services:
Training - Opens the PV Elite Course Details page on the Intergraph CAS web site.
Support Forum - Opens the PV Elite Discussion Forum on the Intergraph CAS web site.
Before You Begin PV Elite Installation

Verify that your system meets the requirements before installing PV Elite.
Close all other software before running the PV Elite installer. Most unsuccessful installations
are caused by other software running at the same time as the installer.
Note that the product installation is a DVD. The product DVD is not readable in a CD drive.
Verify that the software and hardware requirements are met.
Operating System
Windows 7/8/8.1 Ultimate, Enterprise, or Professional (32-bit/64-bit)

You must enable .NET 3.5 prior to installing PV Elite on Windows 8/8.1 machines.
Windows Server versions are only supported for the installation of network licensing
systems (NetHASP License Manager).
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PV Elite is a native 32-bit application that runs with Windows 64-bit.

PV Elite does not support Windows Vista and Home versions of Windows 7/8/8.1
(i.e., Starter, Home Basic, Home Premium).
Processor
Intel Pentium IV or higher AMD Athlon dual-core processor or higher
3.0 GHz or higher
Memory
4 GB RAM or higher for Windows 7/8/8.1
Display
Video card with at least 256 MB video RAM
Video card support for OpenGL 1.1 or later and DirectX 9.0 or later
Video card drivers updated with the latest manufacturer's drivers (Motherboard-intergrated
video cards not recommended for desktop systems.)
Motherboard-integrated video cards are not recommended for desktop systems.
1280 x 1024 minimum resolution or higher with True Color
Software
Adobe Reader 8.0 or later.
Installing PV Elite from the Product Media
Close all other software before running the PV Elite installer. Most unsuccessful installations
are caused by other software running at the same time as the installer.
The installation DVD is not readable in a CD drive.
1. Insert the Intergraph PV Elite DVD. If the DVD does not start automatically, double-click
CDSpawn.exe in the root folder of the DVD.
The PV Elite launch screen opens in your default internet browser.
2. Click Install PV Elite.
3. Click Next on the Welcome to the Installation Wizard for PV Elite screen.
4. On the License Agreement screen, carefully read the license agreement.
5. Click I accept the terms in the license agreement, and then click Next.
6. On the Customer Information page, enter information in the User Name, Organization,
and Serial number boxes. The serial number is provided to you by Intergraph CAS in your
product shipment.
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7. On the Destination Folder page, review the default folder path. If needed, click Change
and select the folder location. Click Next.
8. On the Select License Type page, select the needed license type: network ESL, local ESL,
or SPLM license. For more information, see Licensing (on page 11).
9. On the Ready to Install the Application screen, click Install to begin installing the
software.
As the installation progresses, the status displays in a series of progress bars. If an ESL
license type was selected, the Aladdin device driver installation begins. Click OK on each
dialog box.
10. Click Finish to exit the installer.
11. In the Installer Information dialog box, click OK to restart the computer and complete the
installation.
You must restart your computer for PV Elite to run correctly.
Installing PV Elite in Silent Mode

You can use the Windows Installer to install and uninstall PV Elite using a command line instead
of the normal installer interface. You can then perform an unattended installation without dialog
boxes, such as when performing a network installation or a corporate repackaging. The
following command line arguments and parameters can be used with Windows Installer
(msiexec.exe) and the PV Elite setup (setup.exe) to perform a silent installation of the product.
1. Click Start > All Programs > Accessories > Command Prompt.
The Command Prompt screen opens.
2. Enter the drive letter where the PV Elite DVD is located. For example, type:
E:
3. Change the path to the PV Elite folder where Setup.exe is located on the DVD. For
example, type:
cd PVElite_2011
4. Enter the installation command:
For silent installation with English language and green ESL color, type:
Setup.exe /v"/qb INSTALL_SILENT="Yes" LANG="Eng" ESL_COLOR="Green""
For silent installation with Red ESL color and ESL installed locally, type:
Setup.exe /v"/qb INSTALL_SILENT="Yes" LANG="Eng" ESL_COLOR="Red"
ESL_ON_MACHINE="Yes""
For silent installation with SPLM, type:

Setup.exe /v"/qb INSTALL_SILENT="Yes" LANG="Eng" ESL_COLOR="SPLM"
SERIALNUMBER="<serial number>""
Arguments
/v - Pass msi commands
/qb - Silent installation with basic user interface
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Parameters for Setup.exe
INSTALL_SILENT - Sets silent installation.
Yes - Installation is silent.
No - Normal installation dialog boxes appear.
LANG - The language to install.
Eng - English
Span - Spanish
Ger - German
Fren - French
SERIALNUMBER - The product serial number provided to you by Intergraph CAS.

ESL_COLOR - The ESL license type.
Red - Network ESL
Green - Local ESL
SPLM - SmartPlant License Manager (no ESL)
ESL_ON_MACHINE - Only used when ESL_COLOR is Red. Identifies the ESL location.
Yes - ESL is on the local machine.
No - ESL is on the server.
INSTALLDIR - The path to load the installation files.
The general format of the command is:

setup.exe /v"/qb PROPERTY_NAME="value" PROPERTY_NAME2="Value""
For a complete list of command line arguments for msiexec.exe, type the following in a
Command Prompt window: msiexec.exe /?
For a complete list of command line arguments for setup.exe, type the following in a
Command Prompt window: setup.exe /?
Verifying the Installed Product Program Structure

A typical PV Elite hard disk configuration is structured as follows after PV Elite completes
installation:
PVELITE:
Root Installation PV Elite directory
Project #1:
Data files for Project #1
Project #2:
Data files for Project #2
\SYSTEM:
Program database & control files
\EXAMPLES:
Sample input files
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Most files in the data subfolders are identified by a user-defined filename with a given extension.
The remaining files hold data controlling the software's operation. These files and their
description follow:
jobname.pvdb
PV Elite input file
jobname.PVU
Form information results file
jobname.TAB
Temporary results file
jobname.T80
Results file used by the output review processor
jobname.CCI
Input file for component analysis
units.FIL
User units file (relating user's units and program

units)
*.BIN
PV Elite Material Database
UMAT1.BIN
Binary file holding the user-defined materials
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SECTION 6
A Quick Look Around

This section shows you the most important features of the new interface, and shows the
step-by-step procedures required to build a model. Not every aspect of the data entry is
covered, but this section of the guide gives you enough information to understand the basic
principles. Refer to the PV Elite documentation for more information about the different fields in
the interface.
After you have PV Elite running, you will see this screen:
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Before getting into any details, let us build a simple vertical vessel. Our first vessel has three
parts as shown below:
The vessel is built in PV Elite from the bottom to the top; or, the case of a horizontal vessel, from
left to right. We will build a horizontal vessel later. This shows how the vessel is built:
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In This Section
Component Buttons ....................................................................... 35
Building the Vessel from the Bottom Up ........................................ 36
Dimensions .................................................................................... 37
Material Specification ..................................................................... 40
Updating the Other Components in the Vessel ............................. 43
The Status Bar at the Bottom of the Screen .................................. 45
The Output Processor .................................................................... 45
Generating and Printing the Final Pressure Vessel Report ........... 47
Data Input Other information ...................................................... 48
Design Constraints (Global Settings in PV Elite) ........................... 49
Inserting a Component .................................................................. 55
Deleting a Component ................................................................... 55
Node Numbers ............................................................................... 56
Adding a Nozzle to the Model ........................................................ 56
Nozzle Orientation Around the Vessel ........................................... 58
Flip Model Orientation .................................................................... 59
Component Buttons
Near the top of the main window on the Home tab, there is a row of buttons called Element
panel:
Working from left to right, the components referred are:

Cylindrical Shell
Hemispherical Head
Ellipse Head (Ellipsoidal Head)
Torispherical Head (F & D Head)
Conical Head or Transition
Welded Flat Head
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We will talk about the remaining commands later as I am sure you are anxious to start building
your first vessel. Before we leave this subject however, if you let your mouse cursor hover over
any of the buttons, you will get a tool tip, which briefly describes the function of the button:
Building the Vessel from the Bottom Up

1. Click Ellipse
to place the bottom head.
2. Click Cylinder
to place the main shell.
3. Click Ellipse
again to place the top head.
If you look at the window to the right, the software displays a 3D view of the model.
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4. You can switch to the 2D view by selecting the 2D View tab under the model representation.
5. If you want to go back to the 3D view, click the 3D View tab.
Dimensions
PV Elite populates the height and other dimensions for your vessel with sample data, which you
can alter to your vessel specifics. PV Elite made certain assumptions as you built the model,
including diameter, thicknesses, lengths, and materials.
1. Before we look at the dimensions, select the bottom head in either the 2D or 3D model. This
will select the bottom head as the current component.
If you look at the 2D model, you will see that the bottom head is a lighter color.
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2. Let us look at the dimensions PV Elite chose for the current component (the lighter color in
the illustration above). The details will look like this:
Here are the major assumptions for this example:

Inside Diameter:
Straight Flange:
Finished Thickness:
Internal Corrosion:
External Corrosion:
Internal Pressure:
External Pressure:
Temperatures:
Head Aspect Ratio:
96 inches
0.1667 feet (which is 2 inches)
0.25 inches
0.125 inches
0
100 psi
15 psi
100 F
2 (Head Factor)
There is other information, but let us make some changes to suit our vessel. First we change the
dimensions and the pressure:
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New Values:
Inside Diameter:
Finished Thickness:
Internal Corrosion:
External Corrosion:
Internal Pressure:
Temperatures:
60 inches
0.5 inches
0.0625 inches
0.0625 inches
120 psi
200 F
Your screen might look different, but follow along, and it will become clear. If you are
accustomed to working in the metric system, we shall address that situation shortly.
1. Click on the left side of the Inside Diameter field:
2. Now, enter the new diameter by typing 60:
3. Next, press the Enter key on your keyboard twice to move the cursor down to the next field:
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4. If you do not want to change the straight flange, press Enter again, and it will move to the
next field. You should be able to complete the entries for your new dimensions:
Material Specification
Now we are going to change the material from SA-516 70 to SA 240 316L.
1. In the Material Name field, type SA240316L. Don't worry about spaces or dashes.
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A new dialog displays.
2. Select the first entry in the list.
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The Material Properties dialog displays.
This screen gives you information about the material you have chosen.
3. Click Select and the material for your bottom head will change as follows:
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Updating the Other Components in the Vessel

So far, we have entered the new data for the bottom head element. Also, if you look at the
screen you will see the geometry difference of your bottom head to the rest of the elements:
The vessel looks like this because we have not updated the remaining components (main shell
and top head) data fields. We are going to use a shortcut to copy the values for the bottom to
the remaining components.
1. Click Share Information
located in the Utility panel of the Home tab.
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The Data Share Dialog displays.
Notice the boxes that have been checked. The checked items will be shared with all the
other upper components. Make sure you have checked only the boxes shown in this
example.
2. Click OK.
PV Elite updates all the components with the new data.
Your model now looks more realistic. You can see that at least the diameter of the bottom head
has been shared with the main shell and top head.
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The Status Bar at the Bottom of the Screen

So far we have only entered the data relevant to our vessel, and produced the model on the
screen. In this section, you'll understand the Status Bar fields.
1. Select the main shell in either the 2D or 3D view.
The main shell element is highlighted.
2. Look at the bottom of the screen to the status bar:
The status bar gives us a lot of information for the selected component. Let us consider the
fields from left to right:
El# 2 of 3
Fr: 0.00 To: 4.00 ft
Up:
Tr: 0.3420
Mawp: 206.8
MAPnc: 275.6
Trext: 0.328
Slen: 22.7 ft
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
Component number 2 of 3 components (from the bottom)

Element spans from 0.00 ft to 4.00 ft from the datum line
Element orientation
Computed thickness for the internal pressure (120 psi)
MAWP for this element (206.8 psi)
Maximum allowable pressure new and cold (275.6 psi)
Computed thickness for the external pressure
Maximum unsupported length for the external pressure
Let us now see what happens when there is a problem with an element.
3. Go to Finished Thickness field, and change the thickness from 0.5 inches to 0.2 inches.
4. Now look at the status bar at the bottom of the screen:
The required thickness for the internal and external pressures now appears in red, indicating
that there is a problem. In our case, the problem is the thickness.
5. Change the thickness back to 0.5 inches to fix the problem.
The Output Processor

Now that we have built our simple model, we need to get the complete details of the calculations
performed by PV Elite.
Click Save
1. Click Analyze
and save your model using the name My Vertical Vessel.

.
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When the analysis finishes, the Output Processor displays.
Your screen may look different, but it can easily be changed to look like the illustration
above.
The left window has the heading Report List. In the right window is the prompt Select one or
more reports from the Report List to view or print.
2. Click Internal Pressure Calculations from the list.
The right pane now shows the results of the item you selected in the left window pane. The
output window now looks as shown below.
3. You can scroll up and down to look at the complete calculation for the internal pressure
computations.
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Generating and Printing the Final Pressure Vessel

Report
Now that we have looked at the output for the Internal Pressure Calculations, we will learn how
to include different items in your final report.
1. While holding down the CTRL key on your keyboard, click on the items that you want
included from the Report List (left) window.

2. After you select the items, we are ready to generate the report.
3. If you want to send the output to a printer, then click Print
. This prints the report
immediately with page numbers and headings on each page.
There are other options. For example, you might find it convenient to send the output to
Microsoft Word if you have it installed on your computer. This feature allows you to edit the
results and add your own notes or comments.
You can send the output to a text file by selecting Print to file. You are prompted for a file
name. This will be a text file with a filename extension of .txt. You will be able to access this file
with any text editor such as Notepad, or Microsoft Word. When you send the output to a text file,
all the colored text will be lost, and will simply be in black font color.
You can also the output to a PDF file by clicking Print to PDF on the Preview/Print pane of the
File tab. Bookmarks are created for each report included in the file, so you can easily select the
report you wish to view. If you select Insert 2D Page or Insert 3D Page, you can also include
the model of the vessel in the PDF file.
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Data Input Other information

If you look at the bottom of the Data Input screen, you will see a series of tabs:
Notice that the General Input tab is selected. This tab refers to the basic dimensional, pressure,
temperature, and material selection for the currently selected element. You can show and hide
tabs as needed using Input
on the Home tab.
1. Click Input
, and then select Heading.
2. Select the Heading tab.
3. Enter information for Line 1, Line 2, and Line 3 that you want to appear at the top of each
and every page of the report.
4. Click Browse
at the end of the Title Page field.
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5. In the Title Page Text dialog, enter any information that you want to appear on the Title
Page when sent to the printer or to a file. This will overwrite the information PV Elite would
otherwise print by default:
Design Constraints (Global Settings in PV Elite)

Use the Design Constraints tab to set the default values for the entire vessel. By entering the
pressures and temperatures in these first four fields, PV Elite will use these values as the default
values for the whole vessel. This saves time later.
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Some of the other design constraints that you might what to consider are discussed below.
Datum Line Options

1. Click the 3D View tab.
PV Elite has located the datum line at the tangent line of the bottom head. We can change
the location of the datum line at any time to move it to a more convenient location.
2. Click Browse
at the end of the Datum Line Options field.
3. Type 3 for the Vertical Vessels offset, and then click OK. This sets the datum line to 3 feet
up from its current location.
After you have a skirt attached to the bottom of the vessel, you might want to move the
datum line to the bottom of the skirt.
Hydrotest Type and Position of the Hydrotest

Select the type of hydrotest. For Division 1, the software provides the following methods to
determine hydrotest pressure. Select one of the following:
UG-99b - ASME UG-99 (b), Division 1. The hydrotest pressure is 1.3 times (1.5 for
pre-99 addenda) the maximum allowable working pressure for the vessel multiplied by
the lowest ratio of the stress value S for the test temperature to the stress value S for
the design temperature. This type of hydrotest is normally used for non-carbon steel
vessels for which the allowable stress changes with temperature, starting even at a
somewhat low temperature.
UG-99c - ASME UG-99(c), Division 1. The hydrotest pressure is determined by

multiplying the minimum MAP by 1.3 (1.5 for pre-99 addenda) and reducing this value
by the hydrostatic head on that part. The hydrostatic head is calculated based on the
dimensions of the vessel and by values for Projection from Top, Projection from
Bottom, and Projection from Bottom Oper. In addition, Hydrotest Position is used to
determine the head pressure.
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UG-99b(36) - ASME UG-99(b), footnote 36, Division 1. The hydrotest pressure is 1.3
times (1.5 for pre-99 addenda) the design pressure for the entire vessel, multiplied by
the lowest ratio of the stress value Sa for the test temperature to the stress value S for
the design temperature.
UG-100 - ASME UG-100 pneumatic test. The test pressure is 1.1 times (1.25 for pre-99
addenda) the maximum allowable working pressure for the entire vessel, multiplied by
the lowest ratio of the stress value Sa for the test temperature to the stress value S for
the design temperature.
The stress ratio mentioned above includes bolt allowable stresses for flanges
that are designed according to Appendix 2. This allowance usually results in a ratio of 1.
See ASME Interpretation VIII-1-83-260 for more information. Click Tools >
Configuration to turn off this option, resulting in a ratio greater than one in cases in
which the operating and ambient stresses for the vessel parts are not the same.
No Hydro - No hydrotest pressure.
User Entered Pressure
1.43 * MAWP (PED)
App. 27-4 - ASME Appendix 27-4, Division 1. The hydrotest pressure is 1.3 times the
maximum allowable working pressure for the vessel multiplied by the lowest ratio of the
stress value S for the test temperature to the stress value S for the design temperature.
This type of hydrotest is normally used for glass-lined vessels.
For Division 2, the software provides the following methods to determine hydrotest pressure.
Select one of the following:
AT-300 - ASME AT-300, Division 2, based on vessel design pressure. The hydrotest
pressure is 1.25 times the design pressure marked on the vessel, multiplied by the
lowest ratio of the stress intensity value Sm for the test temperature to the stress
intensity value Sm for the design temperature. This type of hydrotest is normally used
for non-carbon steel vessels for which the allowable stress changes with temperature
starting even at a somewhat low temperature.
AT-301 - ASME AT-301, Division 2, based on calculated pressure. A hydrostatic test

based on a calculated pressure is allowed by agreement between the user and the
manufacturer. The hydrostatic test pressure at the top of the vessel is the minimum of
the test pressures calculated by multiplying the basis for calculated test pressure for
each element by 1.25 and then reducing this value by the hydrostatic head on that
element.
AT-410 - ASME AT-410, Division 2, based on vessel design pressure. The pneumatic
test pressure shall be no less than 1.15 times the design pressure multiplied by the
lowest ratio of the stress value S for the test temperature to the stress value S for the
design temperature.
Hydrostatic
Pneumatic
No Hydro - No hydrotest pressure.
User Entered Pressure
The next box lets you specify which position the vessel will be during the hydrotest:
Select a hydrotest position. This input is required so that the total static head can be
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determined and subtracted when UG-99c is selected for Hydrotest Type. This value is
used in conjunction with Projection from Top, Projection from Bottom, and Flange
Distance to Top to determine the total static head. Select from the following:
Vertical - The vessel is tested in the upright or vertical position. This is not common.
Horizontal - The vessel is tested in the horizontal position. This is common for most
vessels. The vessel is on its side (in the case of a vertical vessel) or in its normal
position (for a horizontal vessel).
Tall towers for example, are usually hydrotested in the horizontal position. PV Elite has to
compute the hydrostatic pressure from the water in the vessel at hydrotest time. If the vessel is
tested in the vertical positions, the pressure at the bottom of the vessel will be greater than if the
vessel is tested in the horizontal position. Give careful consideration to the position that is
appropriate to your situation.
Miscellaneous Weight %
Click
to open the Miscellaneous Weight Percent Inclusion dialog box. This dialog box
lets you specify to increase the mass of various elements and their details. There are three
methods for applying the percentage of extra weight to use:
1. Use a single percentage for all components - Increases all metallic elements of the
vessel by a certain percentage. In the Miscellaneous Weight Percent for all Items
box, type a percentage value to include additional weight which accounts for vessel
attachments and internal items not otherwise included in the vessel. Typical values are
3.0 or 5.0. The software multiplies the total weight of the vessel by 1.0 plus this value
converted to a decimal value (such as 1.03 or 1.05). Type 0 if no additional weight is
needed.
2. Use individual percentages for the different components - Increases the weight of
an item by the percentage specified for the item in the Miscellaneous Weight
Percentages section.
3. Add percentages to increase weights of shells and heads - Increases the weights of
the shells and heads by the sum of the percentage increase for nozzles, clips, and
piping.
If you use this option and model the nozzles or clips, the weight will be
excessive.
When using this option, the software calculates the weight of platforms automatically.
You only need to specify the following information:
Is There a Top Head Platform? - Enables the additional weight fields.
Top Head Platform Uniform Weight - Specifies the grating weight from which the
top head platform is constructed.
Circular Platform Uniform Weight - Specifies the grating weight from which the
circular platforms are constructed.
Ladder Uniform Weight - Indicates the weight of the ladder per unit length.
The top head platform, if specified, is square. The width the software uses to calculate
the area is the larger of 4.5 feet (1.3716 meters) or the vessel inside diameter at the top
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head. Ultimately, the software adds the weight of the platform to the weight of the top
head.
Circular platforms are placed every 20 feet (6.096 meters) along the height of the
vessel. The platforms are 3.5 feet (1.0668 meters) wide and sweep 180 degrees. PV
Elite calculates the weights of the platforms. The software then adds the value to the
mass of the element on which the platforms would theoretically exist, based on the
dimension from the base of the skirt.
The software also calculates the total weight of ladders along the vessel. In addition, PV Elite
proportions the total ladder weight to each element based on the element's length.
Design Code
PV Elite allows the user to perform vessel calculations in several pressure vessel codes. Use
the Design Code field on the Home tab in the Units/Code panel to change the design code.
PV Elite supports the following design codes:
ASME Section VIII, Division 1
ASME Section VIII, Division 2
British Code PD 5500
European Code EN 13445
After you select a code, you will have to re-select the materials because each code has its own
design stress tables.
Is this a Heat Exchanger

If the Dimensional Solutions 3D file interface button is selected, also select this option to
write geometry and loading information for this vessel design to the <jobname>.ini file
created in the current working directory. See Dimensional Solutions http://www.Dimsoln.com
for more information about the Dimensional Solutions product line. This entry is optional.
To completely define an exchanger it is necessary to enter in the required information
regarding the tubes, tubesheets and the floating head (if any). With the exchanger data, PV Elite
can then compute the weights and required thicknesses of the exchanger components. For
more information, see Tubesheet.
This check box is optional.
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ASME Steel Stack
Select to perform an ASME steel stack analysis, based on the ASME recommended
guidelines for Steel Stacks STS-2000 with addenda. This analysis is for circular stacks that
meet the design requirements in the steel stack guidelines. The results are shown in the
ASME STS Stack Calculations report. If Design Code is not set to Division 1 (ASME
VIII-1), the stack analysis is not performed.
Also select this option if you are analyzing a steel stack and want to check it against
ANSI/ASME STS-2000/STS-1a-2003. After the software completes the calculation, the
program generates the Stress Due to Combined Loads report with a listing of the stack
calculations. Compressive allowables in the report are calculated based on Section 4.4.
When selected, expand ASME Steel Stack and enter values for ASCE Wind Exposure,
Factor of Safety, Mean Hourly Wind Speed, Is the Stack Lined?, and Importance
Factor.
Read and understand the ASME stack guidelines. This is not a code like ASME
Division 1 or 2, but a set of design guidelines for designers and engineers.
The following paragraphs from the stack guidelines are addressed:
4.4 Allowable Stresses
4.4.1 Longitudinal Compression, equations 4.7,4.8 and 4.9
4.4.2 Longitudinal Compression and Bending
4.4.3 Circumferential Stresses
4.4.4 Combined Longitudinal and Circumferential Compressive Stresses
4.4.5 Circumferential Compression in Stiffeners, equations 4.14, 4.15, 4.16
4.4.7 Minimum Structural Plate Thickness
5.2.2 Wind Responses, equations 5.3, 5.4 and (1),(2) and (3), (b) equations 5.5, 5.6 and
5.7
Design Modification
If any of the modifications is set to yes, PV Elite will correct the item should it fail in the analysis.
For example, if Select Wall Thickness for Internal Pressure was set to Yes, PV Elite will
automatically increase the thickness of a component should it not be thick enough.
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Inserting a Component
1. In the 2D View, select the component below or above where you want to insert the new
component.
2. Click Insert Element
on the Home tab.
The Insert New Element dialog displays.
3. Select the type of element you want to insert.

4. Select Before or After as needed.
5. Click OK.
Deleting a Component
1. In the 2D View, select the component to delete.
Make sure there are no nozzles on this component.
2. Click Delete
on the Home tab.
3. Click Yes to confirm that you want to delete the component.
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Node Numbers
All elements that make up a vessel exist between nodes. On the top part of the General Input
tab are two fields that indicate From Node and To Node:
Every main element (not attachments such as nozzles) has two nodes. Consider these two
vessels shown below:
Notice that every element from the bottom to the top or from the left to the right exists between
two node numbers. There is a From Node, and there is a To Node. In the case of the bottom
(or left) head, the nodes are situated at the tangent line and the weld line.
Adding a Nozzle to the Model

1. Switch to the 2D View.
2. Select the component into which you want to add the nozzle.
3. Click Nozzle Input
on the Home tab.
The Nozzle Input/Analysis dialog box displays.

Different nozzle configurations can be considered. The choices are basically nozzles without
pads, nozzles with pads, protruding nozzles without pads, and protruding nozzles with pads.
There are also special forged nozzles available for analysis.
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4. Select the default nozzle attachment.
5. Click on the nozzle description field and change the description name of your nozzle to N1.
6. Select the next fields or press ENTER on your keyboard past the Diameter field to run your
nozzle calculation. If your inputs fail the design code, you will notice the red warnings on the
status bar at the bottom of the dialog box.
Also at the bottom of the Nozzle Analysis dialog box, you will see a calculator button below
the status bar.
7. Click the calculator button to open the Quick Results Dialog. This screen will give you a
quick calculation report of your current nozzle:
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Nozzle Orientation Around the Vessel

Let's look at the orientation of the nozzle around the vessel.
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From the example shown above, the 0 position is at the top (North) and the nozzle at position
90 is to the right. Therefore, the angles of the nozzle increase in the clockwise direction.
However the zero position can occupy the North, West or East position as you need. The angle
can increase in the clockwise or the counter-clockwise direction. The controls are on the
Configuration dialog screen. To get the Configuration dialog screen, go to the Tools tab, click
Set Configuration Parameters, and then select the Set Default Values tab.
Flip Model Orientation

If a new model is built in the vertical position and it needs to change orientation to the horizontal
position for different analysis purposes; PV Elite is able to flip the model with a single button
found on the Tools tab, Flip Model Orientation
.
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Index
A
A Quick Look Around 33

Adding a Nozzle to the Model 56
License Checkout Utility Dialog Box 26

Licensing 11
Before You Begin PV Elite Installation 28

Building the Vessel from the Bottom Up 36
Material Specification 40
C
Check Out a License 27
Component Buttons 35
D
Data Input Other information 48
Deleting a Component 55
Design Constraints (Global Settings in PV
Elite) 49
Dimensions 37
N
NetHASP License Manager / NETHASP.INI
Instructions 13
Node Numbers 56
Notes on Network ESLs 13
Nozzle Orientation Around the Vessel 58
P
Purchasing Licenses FAQ 16
PV Elite Quick Start 5
Q
Quick Installation Workflow 15
ESL Installation 12
Flip Model Orientation 59

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) 16
Seminars 9
SmartPlant License Manager Installation
15
General Topics FAQ 17

Generating and Printing the Final Pressure
Vessel Report 47
The Output Processor 45

The Status Bar at the Bottom of the Screen
45
Troubleshooting Network Locks 15
I
Inserting a Component 55
Install a local lock 12
Install a network lock 12
Install SmartPlant License Checkout Utility
25
Installation 28
Installing PV Elite from the Product Media
29
Installing PV Elite in Silent Mode 30
Intergraph CAS Technical Support 9
Introduction 9
U
Updating the Other Components in the
Vessel 43
Using the SmartPlant License Checkout
Utility 25
V
Verifying the Installed Product Program
Structure 31
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Updated to support the 2013 ANSI B 16.5 code.

Updated PV Elite by adding an option to separate the foundation load information.

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