AVEVA Marine – Isodraft Administration setup, configuration, and maintenance of the Isodraft environment —the module used to automatically produce high-quality piping isometric drawings from the 3D piping model.
⚙️ 1. Isodraft Environment Setup
Configure the Isodraft drawing style , file locations, and output formats.
Organize drawing folders by system, area, or spool package.
📐 2. Drawing Style Configuration
Customize:
Title blocks and frames
Dimensioning rules (e.g. from centerline, to face)
Annotation types (tags, symbols, welds)
Layer settings for CAD output
Apply different styles for construction, inspection, or class approval isos.
Define content and structure of:
Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Weld lists
Joint types and fitting tables
Ensure correct part coding based on catalog and spec data .
🧩 4. Spool & Weld Management
Support automatic spool splitting with weld logic and weld numbering.
Customize weld types (BW, SW, THD) and their representation on drawings.
Coordinate spool drawing styles for workshop use.
🔍 5. Troubleshooting & Drawing Quality Control
Diagnose and resolve issues like:
Missing tags or dimensions
Incorrect orientation of fittings
Incomplete spool breaks or misrouted lines
Work with piping designers to correct model issues that affect drawing quality.
📤 6. Export and Integration
Set up export options: DWG, DXF, PDF, or plot-ready files.
Integrate with production systems , document control, or ERP via BOM exports.
⚙️ Key Tools and Files in Isodraft Administration
Tool / File Purpose STYLE filesDefine drawing layout, annotation rules CONFIG filesControl BOM format, weld numbering, tag placement MAP filesMap model data (e.g. spec names → material codes) Isodraft Admin UI Interface to edit styles, test drawing output
🧠 Skills Needed
Area Description Piping Design Knowledge Understanding pipe specs, weld types AVEVA Isodraft Configuration and troubleshooting Drafting Standards ISO, yard-specific drawing requirements File/Template Editing STYLE, CONFIG, MAP file customization Integration Awareness Exporting data to production/ERP tools
✅ Benefits of Solid Isodraft Administration
⚡ Fully automated drawing generation with consistent quality
📐 Customized output matching production and class needs
🔄 Reduced rework with accurate BOMs and weld information
🧾 Faster delivery of spool drawings for fabrication
🧩 Better integration between piping design and production teams
🔁 Example Outputs from Isodraft
Piping Isometric with BOM Spool Drawing with Welds and Joint Types Inspection Isometric with Line Tags and Notes Isometric with Support Locations and Annotations
