Creo Piping Tips n' Techniques

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Question from Alejandro:  Where can I download the fitting library that is available from suppliers?

Answer:  There is an old Pipe Fitting available for download.  Lastly, we have two partners that specialize in helping our customers with setting up the necessary foundation (infrastructure) required for Piping.

https://cadactive.com/

https://www.virtual-interconnect.co.uk/

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Question from Anonymous:  How can we calculate the total length used?

Answer:  Lengths are a bi-product of Creo Piping,  The best way to display this is in tables on the drawing.

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Question from Colin:  How would you recommend using the same flexible hose in various routings?  Have a common part number but in multiple routings?

Answer:  Duplicate part in Creo, alternate part in Windchill, limited functionality using Flexible components within the assembly.

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Question from Karol:  Is there a possibility to export to AutoCAD MEP or REVIT?

Answer:  Not directly,  We have a partner that can export to Revit called Srinsoft.  

https://www.bimdex.com/creo-to-revit-export.php

Question from Karol: Is XML structure customizable?

Answer:  Not really - it is formatted to work OOTB with Creo Piping and Cabling solutions.  If you are trying to work with a different 3D solution, you can use the Neutral Wire Format for cabling but nothing for piping.