CAESAR II FAQ

CAESAR II®
Frequently Asked Questions
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Contents
General Information 3

Installation 4

Licencing 5

Purchasing 6

Training 7

Maintenance & Support 7

QA/Certification 8

Key Functionality 9

Design Codes 9

Modelling 11

Integration & Interoperability 14

Deliverables 16

Software Upgrades 16

Online Resources 17

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General information

What is CAESAR II?

CAESAR II enables quick and accurate analysis of piping systems subjected to a wide variety of loads (including weight,
pressure, thermal, seismic, and other static and dynamic conditions) following more than 38 international piping code
standards and many environmental and equipment guidelines.

Who uses CAESAR II?

Almost all EPC companies and Owner Operators use CAESAR II worldwide in many different industries for offshore and
onshore projects. More uses include transport pipelines, process plants, power plants, marine piping, underground
piping, etc. Users can model both metal and fiberglass piping.

Why is CAESAR II used?

CAESAR II is used for assorted reasons. Often EPC projects require or OOs mandate the use of CAESAR II. CAESAR II is
mandated due to its reliability, calculation accuracy, and ability to cater to many different projects in many industries,
supporting 38 international piping codes.

What are the major features of the software?

• Static Analysis • 38 International Piping Codes

• Dynamic Analysis • Extensive Material Databases

• Intuitive Analysis Model Creation • Steel Databases and Modelling

• Design Tools and Wizards • Expansion Joint Databases

• Load and View Plant Model • Hanger Design and Databases

• Comprehensive Error Checking • Integrates Intergraph Smart 3D® and

CADWorx® Plant Design Suite
• Robust load case definitions
• Results Export to Microsoft® Excel®,
• User-Definable Reports Word, and MDB Files

• Wind and Wave Analysis

• Seismic and Support Settlement Analysis

The modules include:

• Piping Input – where the piping system is modelled, and all loadings are specified

• Load Case Editor – where the loadings specified are combined as necessary to meet code/project requirements

• Dynamic Analysis – where Dynamic loadings are specified and applied to the appropriate location in the model

• Output Module – where results are reviewed, both tabular and graphically along with export of the results for
producing client reports.

• Other – other modules include Equipment Analysis to various standards such as API-610; EN-1591 Flange analysis;
Buried Pipe modeller for underground pipelines, and Automatic Isogen Stress Isometric generation

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Installation

What are the hardware and software requirements?

See CAESAR II software recommendations.

Does CAESAR II require a specific version of the Windows operating system?

Desktop clients must have installed Windows 10 21H1 or later - Professional & Enterprise Edition 64bit.

Also, see the “Intergraph Smart®” Enterprise Platform 2021 and 2022 documents; the former and latter define the
minimum platform that all Hexagon on-premise will adopt, web and mobile products for all their major or minor
releases in the calendar years 2021 and 2022, respectively.

In what languages is CAESAR II available?

CAESAR II’s user interface can be set to be in English, Chinese, Japanese and Russian.

Does CAESAR II work on Linux or Mac OS?

No.

Does CAESAR II work on 32 and 64-bit platforms?

64-bit Windows platforms only are supported.

Is it possible to install CAESAR II silently?

Yes, see the installation instructions for each CADWorx product available online

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Can CAESAR II be installed on several computers?

CAESAR II can be installed on as many computers/workstations as required. Concurrent access and use of the
software is controlled by licensing (Intergraph Smart Licensing (ISL)).

If only a license of a CAESAR II product is purchased, can this be used on more than one computer?

Yes, but only one license can be used at any one time.

Are CAESAR II licenses named users?

No, CAESAR II licenses can be used by any user, maximizing license use.

Can new and old versions of CAESAR II be run in parallel on the same computer?

Yes, and many customers do this.

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Is CAESAR II backward compatible? Can CAESAR II be installed on a virtualized system?

No, analysis models can be opened only in the version Yes, providing the system offers the required
of CAESAR II originally used to create them and later resources and meets the minimum software and
versions of the software. hardware requirements that CAESAR II needs to work
efficiently.

Note: Hexagon does not officially support use of CAESAR II on virtualized systems.

Licensing

How is CAESAR II licensed?

All Hexagon products, CAESAR II included, are licensed by Hexagon’s cloud-based licensing solution - Intergraph
Smart Licensing (ISL).

Intergraph Smart Licensing Client and a Configuration Connection Information (.CCI) file are installed on each
workstation that needs to access licenses in the cloud. The Configuration Connection Information (.CCI) file provides
a handshake between the software product, Intergraph Smart Licensing Client, and the cloud licensing server,
enabling software users to request and return license when they start or exit the software product(s) they are using.

The initial .CCI file issued to a new customer is usually named ‘Site ID.CCI’, e.g., 00123456.CCI. This file is generated
for a site-based Keystore, i.e., a Keystore containing all licenses of all products purchased. If product licenses need
to be deployed differently, for example, some of the total licenses for various products held by the customer need to
be allocated for use on a specific project; then a project-based configuration must be created in the PPM Licensing
Portal. Doing so results in additional keystores being created, and so two or more CCI files being used to access
licenses in the cloud.

Consult online help for further information about Intergraph Smart Licensing (ISL).

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What license options exist for CAESAR II?

CAESAR II licenses are ‘CX’ type, meaning they can be used 24hrs per day / 7 days per week / 365 days per year.
For further information about this and other license types supplied by Hexagon, refer to the End User License
Agreement (EULA) included with the software installation media.

How are CAESAR II licenses administered?

Intergraph Smart Licensing (ISL) works in parallel with the PPM Licensing Portal. This is an online self-service
system that IT personnel/license administrators can use to manage the configuration and deployment of their
Hexagon product licenses. Customers are encouraged to use PPM Licensing Portal to self-manage their licenses.
Online help covering license administration is provided inside the portal.

Is an Internet connection required to use CAESAR II?

Intergraph Smart Licensing (ISL) is cloud-based, so an Internet connection is always needed to access licenses in
the cloud when using a computer in the office connected to the company’s network. The exception is when licenses
are to be used remotely, away from the office. Licenses temporarily checked-out to a mobile computer will work
without an Internet connection.

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Can CAESAR II be used outside the office on a mobile computer?

Yes, providing Offline Availability has been set on the licenses in PPM Licensing Portal. Offline Availability is what
controls license check-out via the ISL Client. This ISL feature is configured inside the PPM Licensing Portal.

When Intergraph Smart Licensing Client is installed, if Offline Availability has been configured, it is possible to use
the Check-out option to check out one or more product licenses so that they can be used on a mobile computer. The
licenses (product tags) available to check out are displayed on the ‘Check-out’ tab.

Note. Offline Availability is not set by default on site-based configurations; your IT administrator/license
administrator must enable this before licenses can be checked out and used on mobile computers.

Check-in is used to return licenses to the cloud license server when the mobile computer is returned to the office
and connected to the network when it has Internet access.

While checking out, licenses active on a roaming computer are unavailable for office-based users to use. They
become available again when the licenses are checked in.

Can license usage be reported?

Yes, license usage reporting is available inside the PPM Licensing Portal. Reporting enables IT administrators/
license administrators to understand how your organization is using licenses. Having this visibility of how licenses
are used enables them to determine who is using the licenses, check peak license usage, understand how to
optimize the use of licenses, identify if additional licenses are required, etc.

Purchasing

What purchase options are available?

Perpetual licenses with or without maintenance, or lease licenses (minimum 3-month term) including maintenance,
can be purchased.

How is CAESAR II purchased?

CAESAR II may be purchased through our reseller network and direct from Hexagon. To find your local Hexagon sales
office or reseller, visit www.hexagonppm.com/about/global-locations.

Alternatively, contact us at:

5775 North Sam Houston Parkway W. Suite 500 Houston/Texas, 77086 United States

T: +1 281 671 1528 F: +1 281 671 1556 Email: [email protected]

What is Hexagon Global Network Dealers? (IGNDS)?

IGNDs are The Hexagon Standard-bearer(s) around the world. They are the local face of Hexagon, who provide
product sales and support in your local time zone and language. IGNDs have certified instructors and consultation
specialists to help clients define and meet their requirements at all levels. The worldwide IGNDs work together to
ensure that Hexagon multinational clients have access to the right products, training, and consultation anywhere
around the globe.

What is a Hexagon Authorized Reseller?

Authorized Resellers are the local Hexagon software experts who provide local sales and support to clients in their
respective regions.

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Is a free evaluation available for CAESAR II?

Yes, please request it here.

Alternatively, contact [email protected].

Can a live presentation be given by the local reseller or by Hexagon?

Yes, Hexagon and its resellers have personnel that provides live product presentations that answer simple
to complex technical questions and understand project workflow-specific questions. For more information,
please contact your local distributor at www.hexagonppm.com/about/global-locations, or contact Hexagon at
[email protected].

Can an online web demo be provided?

Yes, online web demonstrations can be arranged. Contact Hexagon or your local reseller for more information.

Training

What is the best way to learn how to use and get started with CAESAR II?

Request a CAESAR II product evaluation, then work through the free e-Learning content available on Hexagon
University.

Is training available?

Customers receive access to free CAESAR II training content via Hexagon University.

Customers also have the option to purchase instructor-led training, which can either be provided at their site,
delivered at a Hexagon training center, or online over the web.

Alternatively, contact [email protected].

Are example models provided with CAESAR II?

Yes. Numerous example files are provided with CAESAR II and can be accessed anytime. The File Open dialog
includes an Examples button to navigate straight to the folder.

Maintenance & Support

What does software maintenance provide?

Annual software maintenance covers the provision of technical support and software upgrades.

Does maintenance include training?

No, training is not part of maintenance.

How do users request technical support?

Maintenance customers receive technical support via Hexagon’s support system - PPM Smart Community.

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How do users get access to PPM Smart Community?

Users can request access here.

What documentation is provided with CAESAR II?

Comprehensive product documentation for all Hexagon products, CAESAR II included, is provided online.

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Can users request enhancements be made to CAESAR II?

Yes, everyone may submit product enhancement requests. Hexagon interacts with and listens to customers, then
responds by developing novel solutions and enhancing current products to address customers’ needs and improve their
work processes. This customer-centric focus helps us grow our product line to serve an ever-broader base of users and
applications, which further increases opportunities for our clients to enjoy the benefits of interdisciplinary collaboration
with other departments and organizations.

To submit a new feature/function/capability request – login to Smart Community, click on IDEAS tile, then submit your
idea.

How are the enhancement requests prioritized?

Enhancement requests are evaluated and prioritized based on a given industry and market. Hexagon prioritizes
requests based on the benefit delivered to the highest number of our users.

Q.A./Certification

Is the software certified and how?

Yes. CAESAR II is tested in accordance with the Hexagon PPM Quality Assurance Program as presented in the Hexagon
Nuclear and Safety Quality Assurance Program Guide, Revision 1.1, May 2021.

All versions of CAESAR II are developed and maintained under a Quality Assurance Program to comply with the
applicable ASME NQA-1 standard, along with 10 CFR Part 21 (U.S. NRC reporting) and U.S. 10 CFR Part 50 Appendix B
(Q.A. reporting). Additionally, the CADWorx & Analysis organization that develops and maintains the CAESAR II product is
conformant with Hexagon’s division-certified ISO 9001 Quality Management System.

Is a Q.A. certificate provided with the software?

Yes. The certificate is usually installed to C:\Program Files (x86)\Intergraph CAS\CAESAR II vXX\C2_Docu folder. It is also
accessible via the Help ribbon.

How is the CAESAR II Verification & Validation Manual 12.00 used?

Hexagon CAS developed a quality assurance package, which compares the numerical output between different versions
and records the discrepancies. CAESAR II Verification and Validation guide serve as a publicly available verification
document. This Validation and Verification Guide details Hexagon CAS QA standards, provides benchmark jobs, and
instructs users on executing Q.A. benchmarks on their own hardware. The benchmark jobs include comparisons to
published data by ASME, NRC, and other sources. Checking updated version results to previously verified results
enables you to justify program errors and maintain high product quality. You can view the output on your monitor, print
it, or save it. The CAESAR II Validation and Verification Guide include more than 50 benchmark jobs. These benchmarks
are for use on your local computer, and then compare them against distributed output to verify the operation of the
CAESAR II software.

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Key functionality

Design codes

What design codes are included in CAESAR II?

At this time, CAESAR II supports 38 international piping codes are added to software depending upon business
needs.

ASME B31.1 EN 13480 Norwegian TBK-6

ASME B31.1 1967 Edition DNVGL-ST-F101 2017 FDBR

ASME B31.3 ISO 14692 BS 7159

ASME B31.3 Chapter IX UKOOA

ASME B31.4 US Navy Section 505 IGE/TD/12

ASME B31.4 Chapter IX Canadian Z662 DNV Offshore 1996 Edition

ASME B31.4 Chapter XI Canadian Z662 Chapter 11 GPTC Z380

ASME B31.5 British BS 806 PD 8010-1

ASME B31.8 Swedish Method 1 PD 8010-2

JPI-7S-77-10 (Chemical Plant and

ASME B31.8 Chapter VIII Swedish Method 2
Petroleum Refinery Piping)

HPGSL/KHK (Seismic Design Guideline for

ASME B31.9 Stoomwezen
High Pressure Gas Facilities)

RCC-M C

ASME B&PV Code Section III NC RCC-M D

ASME B&PV Code Section III ND CODETI

Is it possible to use different / switch versions of piping codes?

With specific codes, yes, it is possible. For example, ISO 14692 (Fibreglass piping) edition 2005 or 2017 can be
selected or DNV offshore the 1996 edition (Allowable Stress method) can be selected or the latest DNVGL-ST-F101
(LFRD method).

Starting with CAESAR II v13, most supported piping codes will be maintained in multiple editions by the CAESAR II
product. For example, CAESAR II v13 supports ASME B31.3:2018 and B31.3:2020. And when the next B31.3 edition is
released, CAESAR II will be updated to support all three editions.

Can the user verify flanges according to EN 1591?

Yes, EN 1591 flange analysis is included as standard.

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Does CAESAR II include B31J?

With B31J now becoming mandatory in the latest editions of the piping codes, B31J is being moved into the main
CAESAR II product (v13, September 2022). It will be available for all metallic piping codes – not just ASME.

Does the software incorporate data for valves and flanges according to ASME and EN standards?

Yes.

What main (EU/US) Wind and Seismic Codes are included?

CAESAR II supports the following wind codes:

ASCE 7-16 Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other Structure

IBC 2012 International Building Code

NBC 2010 National Building Code of Canada

EN 1991-1-4:2005+A1:2010 Eurocode 1: Actions on structures - Part 1-4: General actions - Wind actions

Mexico Complementary Technical Norms for Wind Resistant Design

GB 50009-2012 Load Code for the Design of Building Structures (Code of China)

NBR 6123 Brazilian Wind Code: Forces Due to Wind Buildings

Code of Practice for Design Loads (Other than Earthquake) for Buildings and Structures -
IS 875(Part 3), 2nd Revision
Part 3: Wind Loads

As/Nzs 1170.0:2002 Australian/New Zealand Standard - Structural Design Actions - Part 0: General Principals

BS 6399-2:1997 Load for Buildings: Code of Practice for Wind Loads

UBC 1997 Uniform Building Code, Volume 2 - Structural Engineering Design Provisions

CAESAR II supports the following seismic codes:

Minimum Design Loads for Buildings and Other

ASCE 7-16 2016
Structures

IBC International Building Code 2012

NBC National Building Code of Canada 2010(static)

CFE Sismo Seismic Code of Mexico 1993

UBC Uniform Building Code 1997

Nonmandatory Appendix II - Rules for the Design of

B31.1 App II 2001
Safety Valve Installations

KHK (HPGSL) KHK Seismic Level 1 and 2 (Input Wizard) 2012

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Modeling

Can CAESAR II model plastic (isotropic) piping (e.g., PVC, HDPE, LDPE, etc.)?

The short answer is no. The longer answer is yes, but only with great caution. CAESAR II does not include any
specific plastic piping standards, nor any plastic materials are available in the material database.

However, B31.1 includes Non-mandatory Appendix III, entitled “Rules for Non-metallic Piping and Piping Lined with
Non-metals.” The engineer must be happy that they can demonstrate elastic behavior using paragraphs (III-2.5). If
so, CAESAR II should be used with caution. A custom material must be created, and users must be careful to ensure
that Bourdon Effects are activated, as the bourdon effects are much more prevalent in plastic piping vs. steel.

Can CAESAR II be used to model GRP/FRP (orthotropic) piping?

Yes. CAESAR II includes several FRP piping codes, including ISO 14692. Several FRP materials are available to use in
conjunction with the FRP-specific codes to allow the specification of the failure envelope.

Can CAESAR II be used to analyze Nuclear piping?

Yes. CAESAR II includes ASME B&PV Code Section III and RCC-M piping codes for analysis of pipelines in a nuclear
site. CAESAR II is developed and supported in a process compliant with ASME NQA-1 Quality software. CAESAR II
includes Class C and Class D analysis for nuclear piping (ASME NC and ASME ND/RCC-M C and RCCM-D). Users in
regulated industries such as Nuclear can also purchase QA reporting to comply with the 10 CFR Part 50 App. B and
10 CFR Part 21.

For Class B nuclear piping, the complementary Hexagon software PIPESTRESS is available.

Does CAESAR II provide both static and dynamic analysis capabilities?

Yes. CAESAR II includes Static and Dynamic analysis capabilities as standard. Dynamic capabilities include Modal,
Response Spectrum, Harmonic, and Time History analysis.

What loads can be applied to an analysis model?

Weight, Temperature, Pressure, applied Displacements, Applied Forces, Uniform loads, Wind Loads, Wave Loads,
and Cold Spring.

CAESAR II includes Static Load Case Editor (SLCE), which offers extensive capabilities to create and modify load
cases and combinations thereof.

Does CAESAR II include libraries/catalogs for spring hangers, expansion joints, etc.?

Yes, many manufacturers’ catalogs for spring hangers and expansion joints are available within the software as
standard.

Spring hangers can be selected/sized based on weight and thermal loads.

Can expansion joints be modeled?

Yes. A joint expansion modeler can do this automatically using the supplied catalog data. Or the expansion joint/tie
rods/hinges can be modeled manually.

Does CAESAR II support the creation of customized materials?

Yes. A material database editor is provided, and any customized materials can be stored in a shared location for all
users to access.

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Is it easy to check input data - with colors - for example?

Yes. The model can be shaded/colored to identify any property and where it is applied to the model. For example,
shade the model based upon temperature, material, etc.

Different data views are available: tabular (Lists) by “input type/auxiliary” and Spreadsheet (per element with all
properties visible).

Can CAESAR II analyze buried piping?

Yes. CAESAR II includes several transmission and distribution codes suitable for this. In addition, a Buried Pipe
module is available where users can enter the soil properties and specify whether the pipeline is above/below
ground. CAESAR II will “bury” the pipeline by adding appropriate soil restraints. Further, CAESAR II includes a
buckling calculator in accordance with B31.8.

Can the software be used to analyze underwater / offshore piping?

Yes. Various offshore codes are available - such as BS PD 8010-2 or DNVGL-ST-F101 – and also “offshore” chapters
of ASME B31.4 (Ch. IX) and B31.8 (Ch. VIII). The piping model can be submerged, and wave/current loadings applied.
In the case of using DNVGL-ST-F101 buckling, burst and collapse checks are also performed, as well as the Load
Interaction calculations.

Does the software consider loads due to snow?

Yes, uniform loads can be entered as force/unit length for snow/ice loadings.

Does CAESAR II consider blast loads?

Not directly – there is no specific “Blast” input. For piping, the blast load is often used to calculate the blast drag
load and convert it to a blast drag load per unit length of the pipe. Various practices are recommended for this –
such as DNVGL-RP-101, which suggests that a conservative rule of thumb in early design studies is assuming that the
drag pressure is 1/3 of the blast overpressure.

This drag load per unit length can be entered as a uniform load in CAESAR II.

Does CAESAR II offer support for vacuum conditions in certain design situations?

No. As CAESAR II is primarily a beam element program, it does not address negative pressure. Failure due to vacuum
pressure is primarily because of buckling and so not compatible with beam elements.

Can multiple piping codes be used in a single CAESAR II model?

Yes. Multiple piping codes can be used in a single model. To do this, select the first piping code required on the first
element and then use the “Allowable Stress” check box to access the piping code drop-down list whenever the
piping code changes. Take care to select an appropriate material for each piping code when changing codes.

How can I specify an accurate, flexible nozzle connection instead of a rigid anchor/applied displacements?

Nozzle flexibilities can be defined easily in CAESAR II. Nozzle Flexibilities can be derived in CAESAR II using WRC297,
API650, or PD5500 methods. In addition, Custom nozzle flexibilities can be specified if these have been computed
externally (e.g., through Finite Element Analysis). The Custom option allows the user to enter in-plane and out-plane
bending stiffnesses (along with torsional and axial) directly, avoiding the need for identifying which of the global
axes relates to in-plane, out-plane, etc.

When defining a nozzle connection, check the “Nozzle Flex.” Check the box to access the input auxiliary pane where
the parameters can be input.

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Can I check if loads on equipment nozzle connections are acceptable?

Yes. CAESAR II includes an Equipment Analysis module where loads on nozzles can be checked according to various
standards depending on the type of equipment.(API-610, API-617, API-661, API-650, HEI and NEMA-SM23).

In addition to this module, an “inline” nozzle check can be performed by comparing the computed loads at a given
node number against a set of allowable values specified by the user. This is performed during the usual static
analysis run. Comparison methods available are Absolute, SRSS, and Unity Check. The allowable loads may also be
entered in an external file and restored by a single click if used regularly.

Can I check flanges in my model to avoid potential leakage?

Yes. CAESAR II includes an “inline” flange check capability. This method evaluates the flanges using either the
Kellogg Equivalent Pressure Method or the ASME B&PVC Section III Subsection NC-3658.3. Either method will
evaluate the flange against the specified limits performed during the usual static analysis run for any selected
flanges.

In addition, for a more accurate flange analysis method, CAESAR II also includes the EN-1591 flange analysis method,
which can be accessed from the EN-1591 Flanges module. This method can import loads for the required load cases
from the static analysis run for the specified node number (Operating/Design, Test, and Install cases are required as
a minimum by EN-1591).

Can I use my preferred units in CAESAR II?

Yes. While CAESAR II performs all calculations internally in US Customary units, for input and output of any data,
CAESAR II can use any required unit. You can create your custom unit files in addition to the supplied units files.
Users can select any unit they require for any parameter, including specifying their custom unit conversion factor
and units field label.

Can I set the Z-axis vertically to correspond to my design tool?

Yes. The default vertical axis in CAESAR II is the Y-axis, typical of analysis tools. However, a CAD or Plant Design
system typically uses the vertical Z-axis. To alleviate potential confusion, CAESAR II can optionally use the Z-axis as
vertical to match a CAD system. Additionally, the North direction in CAESAR II is also customizable and can be set
also to match your design tool.

How can I define an expansion loop in CAESAR II?

In cases of excessive stress or restraint loads (such as on a nozzle connection), adding an expansion loop is a simple
and effective resolution method. CAESAR II can assist with sizing the expansion loop by using the Optimization
Wizard. This tool will automatically build a suitable expansion loop, using a target value (either stress or restraint
load in a selected load case) along with a specified location and space envelope. After trying the largest loop size
possible, if the user-specified target value can be achieved, CAESAR II then iterates to find the most efficient loop
possible (using the least amount of pipe and bends) to achieve that target, before finally altering the piping model to
insert the loop. The user has complete control of the type and orientation of the loop, as well as having the option
to specify a vertical section and a bend cost ratio to ensure CAESAR II proposes the most efficient and economical
loop design.

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Integration & interoperability

Does CAESAR II integrate with CADWorx? Does CAESAR II integrate with design solutions
provided by pipe support vendors?
Yes. CAESAR II has a bi-directional link with CADWorx.
Model the pipeline in CADWorx, specifying materials Yes. CAESAR II can export the input and results data
(via the specification), analysis conditions (temperature, to an open Microsoft Access format database. Pipe
pressure, etc.), and restraint types, if required support vendors can use and import this data in their
(alternatively, these can be entered in CAESAR II), and support design/selection solutions, such as LiCAD from
the pipeline model can then be imported into CAESAR II LISEGA.
ready for analysis.
Is it possible to export an analysis model in 3D DWG
Suppose a change is required (due to high loadings format?
or stress levels, for example). In that case, the entire
CADWorx model can be imported as a reference to put Not directly, however, importing into CADWorx will
the pipeline in context and allow the analyst to see the produce a 3D DWG.
available space for any modifications required, such as
an expansion loop. Which file types can be imported into the software?

Once analysis is complete, any changes made in CAESAR II has its Neutral File Format, called a *.cii (.c2)
CAESAR II can be imported back to CADWorx for the file. Many 3rd party software products can read and
designer to check acceptability and adjust the piping, write the CAESAR II Neutral file for both import and
as necessary. export of the piping model.

CADWorx Structure can also export a structural model CAESAR II can import a .PCF file. Many CAD software
to CAESAR II to apply realistic flexibilities at the pipe packages can generate a .PCF file, as this is the file
supports. used by Isogen to generate isometrics. CADWorx
and Smart 3D generate a specific customized .PDF
Does CAESAR II integrate with Smart 3D? file, which can be enhanced with the additional data
required for analysis.
Yes. CAESAR II has a bi-directional link with Smart
3D. Model the pipeline in Smart 3D, specifying What other 3rd party vendor software integrates/
materials (via the specification), analysis conditions interfaces with the software?
(temperature, pressure, etc.), and restraint types, if
required (alternatively, these can be entered in CAESAR CAESAR II can also interface with various fluid flow
II), and the pipeline model can then be imported into analysis packages for evaluating transient flow
CAESAR II ready for analysis. events, such as a fluid hammer event. The force vs.
time profiles can be imported into CAESAR II. These
If a change is required (due to high loadings or stress interfaces include BOSfluids, AFT Impulse, PIPENET,
levels, for example), the Smart 3D model can be LIQT, Pipeplus, and Flowmaster.
exported to .vue, which can be imported as a reference
to put the pipeline in context and to allow the analyst to Can pipe support loads be exported to GT STRUDL for
see the available space for any modifications required inclusion in structural analysis?
such as an expansion loop.
Yes, GT STRUDL can export a structure model to
Once analysis is complete, any changes made in CAESAR II. The piping support loads can be exported
CAESAR II can be imported back to Smart 3D for the from CAESAR II to apply to the structure model in GT
designer to check acceptability and to adjust the STRUDL. GT STRUDL also displays the piping model
piping, as necessary. as a reference on top of the structure model for visual
checking. The pipe and structure models must have the
same origin 0,0,0 location. GT STRUDL automatically
identifies which structural node each piping restraint
node is adjacent to and automatically applies the
forces/moments as point loads in the structural
analysis model.

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Can analysis data be exchanged with PRG’s FEATools software?

Yes. PRG’s FEATools software was designed for CAESAR II up to and including v12. FEATools can read in a CAESAR II
model and identify any tees and bends, including bends where trunnions have been attached. These tees and bends
are automatically converted to Finite Element Models, and FEA is run to obtain accurate SIF and flexibility values.
These values are then automatically applied to the CAESAR II model, resulting in a more accurate piping analysis
model.

The same process can also be performed for vessel/exchanger nozzles or API661 type header box nozzles – the
basic shell/nozzle type and geometry must be entered by the user; typically, this is only a handful of values.

Features can also evaluate pipe shoes and nozzles to check that loads are not excessive. An extensive library of pipe
shoes is supplied with FEATools, with the ability to use a NozzlePRO model for a customized pipe shoe. Loading from
CAESAR II restraints can be automatically applied to the shoe/nozzle and evaluated using FEA.

Does CAESAR II integrate with DRG’s BOSfluids software?

Yes. DRG’s BOSfluids have a bi-directional interface with CAESAR II. BOSfluids can import a CAESAR II model to
create the fluid flow model. BOSfluids’ unique 3D modeling approach to fluid flow calculations means that this
automatically generates the flow model.

Information necessary for the flow analysis (e.g. valve closure curves, pump curves etc.) can be entered in
BOSfluids. If the CAESAR II model changes, this information is not lost. BOSfluids, can import the changed model
and identify the differences, only updating the flow model with the changes.

Once the transient flow analysis has been run, the results can be transferred back to CAESAR II for dynamic analysis
to be performed. BOSfluids. can generate the force vs. time profiles used in the dynamic analysis, locating the force
pairs at the appropriate nodes, because the flow model was generated from the mechanical model. BOSfluids, can
also generate the full dynamic input required for CAESAR II – meaning that in CAESAR II, all that is required is to
open the file and set the dynamic analysis parameters (e.g., analysis duration, time steps, etc.).

BOSfluids can also generate a CAESAR II neutral file, so should there be any changes made to the geometry, for
whatever reason, the flow model can be transferred back to CAESAR II.

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Deliverables

Are reports customizable?

Yes. Custom reports can be created – any data that CAESAR II calculates can be added to a custom report.

What formats can reports be exported?

Reports containing the input and output results from the analysis can be produced in plain text, Word, Excel, or PDF
format. Additional information is also available via MDB (MS Access database) and XML formats.

Is it possible to generate stress isometric drawings?

Yes. CAESAR II includes Isogen for generating automatic stress isometrics.

Can stress isometric drawings be customized?

Yes. CAESAR II also includes I-Configure, a graphical tool to configure isometric styles.

Is a viewer available to review the results?

Not at present, but it is something we hope to offer in the future.

Isogen, supplied with the CAESAR II product, enables .dwg to be saved as .pdf.

Software upgrades

How often is an updated version of CAESAR II released?

Hexagon provides 4 types of software release

Request from your local Hexagon Download from PPM Smart

Release Type Numbering convention
sales office Community

Major XX.XX.XX.XXXX Yes No

Minor XX.XX.XX.XXXX Yes No

Service Pack XX.XX.XX.XXXX No Yes

Hotfix XX.XX.XX.XXXX No Yes

A new major version is typically released every 12 months.

1-2 service packs are typically provided for each major product release, spaced roughly 6-8 months apart.

Hotfixes are produced as needed for critical issues that impact production work.

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Who has access to the latest CAESAR II upgrades?

All users with current maintenance contracts are entitled to use the latest software upgrades.

How are users informed that a CAESAR II upgrade is available?

If ‘Subscriptions’ for each product used are configured inside PPM Smart Community, maintenance customers are
automatically notified whenever a major, minor, service pack, or hotfix version is released. CAESAR II software also
has a built-in news feed to inform users about events and releases.

How are CAESAR II upgrades supplied?

Hexagon operates a “pull“ system for the supply of software upgrades; that is, major/minor upgrades are not
shipped automatically to maintenance customers when the software is released; customers need to request
upgrades themselves when they need them e.g., a release contains a fix/enhancement that the customer has been
waiting for.

• US customers can open a service case against product=upgrade in Smart Community.

• International customers should contact their local order administrator or Hexagon sales office.

Online Resources

How can customers keep informed of up-to-date product-related information?

Check the newsreel visible inside CAESAR II on the start-up screen.

Sign up for specific solution updates via the Subscription Management Centre to stay updated on the latest
offerings, news, events, etc.

Where can customers find useful information and other resources related to CAESAR II?

Visit the Resource Centre then filter resources using the ‘Type’ drop-down.

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