Piping components are graphic elements that represent processes or functions within a particular piping segment. Piping components include valves, flanges, reducers, and strainers. In drawings, piping components are connected with lines.
Generally, piping components automatically orient themselves when you drag them near an existing pipe segment. For example, if you drag a horizontal valve to a vertical pipe, the valve automatically orients itself vertically. If several possible orientations exist for the piping component, you can use the Configuration (QuickPick) tool to review the possible placements for the component and select a final orientation for the item. Rule Manager defines rules that determine the way that model items interact during manipulation.
As you place piping components, the software automatically creates a relationship between the pipe route and the component to create a pipe run. When you move the pipe run, the pipe route and the associated piping components both move. Your plant administrator can modify the relationships between piping components and piping in Rule Manager.
The software includes a standard group of piping component symbols. However, your plant administrator can change and add to these symbols in Catalog Manager as needed.