Isometric continuation notes can be tedious to manage manually, especially for large projects with hundreds of sheets. The process involves checking each sheet's continuity and updating the "CONT'D ON" or "CONT'D FROM" fields if they are incorrect or missing. This is a time-consuming task that requires precision and attention to detail. SMTISO, an app specifically designed for Plant 3D users, streamlines this process by allowing batch updates of continuation notes across multiple isometric drawings.
Understanding the Manual Process
The traditional method of updating continuation notes involves opening each DWG file individually and manually editing the fields. This task becomes increasingly cumbersome with a large number of sheets, as it requires constant switching between files to ensure continuity is maintained correctly. Not only does this process take significant time, but it also increases the likelihood of human error.
Introducing SMTISO: A More Efficient Approach
SMTISO automates the tedious task of updating continuation notes across multiple Plant 3D drawings. Once you have your isometric DWGs ready, simply add them to SMTISO's main window using BATCHISO for imperial work or SINGLEISO for metric presets. This setup involves creating a preset from one of your existing DWGs, which maps how the app should handle continuation note updates.
For imperial systems, the process is straightforward: you match cross-line "CONT'D ON/FROM" fields within the app's interface. For metric systems, SMTISO inserts or replaces continuation text based on a title-block attribute that you define during the setup wizard. This ensures consistency and accuracy across all sheets without needing to manually check each one.
Saving Time and Enhancing Quality
By leveraging SMTISO, designers can significantly reduce the time spent on manual correction of continuation notes while also minimizing errors associated with repetitive tasks. The app handles batch processing efficiently, allowing for quick updates that maintain documentation standards without compromising quality.
Getting Started with SMTISO
- Install SMTISO: Download and install the software from our website.
- Create a Preset: Use one of your existing isometric DWGs to set up the continuation note format within SMTISO's wizard.
- Add DWG Files: In BATCHISO, add all relevant DWGs that need updated continuation notes.
- Process and Review: Run the batch process and review the results for accuracy before finalizing the documentation.
SMTISO is an invaluable tool for Plant 3D users who are looking to streamline their document management processes. By automating continuation note updates, it allows designers to focus on other critical aspects of project development without the worry of manual errors.
Conclusion
If you're a piping designer or work closely with isometric drawings in Plant 3D, SMTISO can greatly enhance your workflow efficiency and accuracy. The app's batch processing capability ensures that continuation notes are consistently updated across all sheets, saving time and reducing the risk of errors.
To learn more about SMTISO and how it can benefit your projects, visit our SMTISO page. If you have any questions or need further assistance with the app, feel free to contact us at Samtech3D.