Best software for routing piping, HVAC, and electrical?
Best software for routing piping, HVAC, and electrical?
(OP)
Hi everyone,
Would anyone be able to recommend a good package for routing piping, ductwork, and electrical? I have heard that SolidWorks does not have good ductwork capabilities, but I haven't heard of a better alternative. If anyone has a recommendation, I would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks,
CB55
Would anyone be able to recommend a good package for routing piping, ductwork, and electrical? I have heard that SolidWorks does not have good ductwork capabilities, but I haven't heard of a better alternative. If anyone has a recommendation, I would greatly appreciate it.
Thanks,
CB55






RE: Best software for routing piping, HVAC, and electrical?
What kind of application are you doing this in, construction?
What is Engineering anyway: FAQ1088-1484: In layman terms, what is "engineering"?
RE: Best software for routing piping, HVAC, and electrical?
Thanks for your response. Yes, the application is construction, but I'd like to get software that is not geared only towards routing but has the flexibility for other uses as well. It seems to me that SE or SW are the best options for this, but if there are other players out there with better routing features I would appreciate any recommendations.
RE: Best software for routing piping, HVAC, and electrical?
Get a demo of both and evaluate them for yourself. They however are both typical 3d cad systems for modeling anything from a screw to a tractor,etc..
For the construction industry I think that Autodesk Revit (MEP) might be better.
I'd think it would be best for you to talk to a reseller of those software platforms and discuss your specific details.