Another Year, Another Milestone: Reflecting on 2024

As we close the chapter on 2024, I am incredibly proud of our achievements in equipping engineers and designers with the tools they need to meet the demands of rapidly evolving industries. This year wasn’t just about innovation—it was about understanding the unique challenges of our users and delivering solutions that address them directly.?

Let’s take a moment to reflect on what we’ve achieved together:?

Big Wins in Software Release?

This year, we introduced several major updates that are already transforming workflows across industries:?

• TANK? 14 now includes EN 14015 compliance, enabling precise storage tank design and analysis in accordance with global standards. Enhanced features like a redesigned material database editor and advanced visualization tools ensure accuracy and efficiency. Whether you're designing tanks for oil and gas or water industries, TANK 14 simplifies complex workflows while boosting reliability.?

• PV Elite? 27 brought long-awaited support for the AD 2000 vessel code, alongside significant enhancements to heat exchanger calculations and structural workflows. From optimizing designs to expediting compliance checks, this update is helping engineers work faster and smarter in the face of stringent industry standards.?

• CAESAR II? 14 took a significant step forward with its pioneering support for the latest ASME Code for Hydrogen piping systems the B31.12. As hydrogen grows in prominence as a renewable energy source, this release empowers engineers to safely analyze and design piping systems for hydrogen transport and storage.?

A Series of Educational Webinars?

Innovation isn’t just about tools—it’s also about knowledge. This year, we hosted a series of webinars tailored to help engineers maximize the value of our solutions:?

• The PV Elite Best Practices Series highlighted compliance challenges with EN 13445 and provided actionable insights for fixed equipment design.?

• The TANK 14 Webinar showcased how the new EN 14015 compliance and advanced features make storage tank design simpler and more robust.?

• In the PV Elite 27 Webinar, we explored the integration of new European codes and streamlined workflows that drive efficiency across pressure vessel projects.?

• The CADWorx? Plant 24 Webinar focused on improving plant design efficiency through better integration and automated documentation tools.?

These sessions demonstrated the practical applications of our software in industries ranging from energy and manufacturing to food and beverage, ensuring engineers are equipped to address current and future challenges.?

Solutions Tailored for Industry Needs?

Our solutions meet specialized demands across sectors like power generation, food and beverage and water treatment. From hydrogen-powered turbines to sanitary piping systems in clean environments, CADWorx? and our analysis suite provide unparalleled flexibility, compliance support and productivity tools. For instance, in the water industry, CADWorx enables engineers to quickly model complex piping systems with sloped designs while maintaining compliance with environmental standards.?

This year, Hexagon’s iConstruct? continued to establish itself as a leading solution in building information modeling (BIM). Tailored for industries including power, oil and gas, infrastructure and architecture, iConstruct enables users to efficiently organize and enhance data from various BIM design models. We also introduced an exciting out-of-the-box integration with Intergraph Smart? Materials, offering planners real-time material availability visibility. This integration ensures seamless coordination between material management and project planning, reducing inefficiencies across the construction lifecycle.?

Looking Ahead to 2025?

As we enter 2025, we focus on driving innovation and supporting our customers. We’re already gearing up for exciting releases and more educational opportunities to ensure you stay ahead of the curve.?

Thank you to everyone who has been a part of this journey! Your feedback and collaboration have been invaluable in shaping these tools and making this year successful.?

Which solution are you anticipating a release for, and in which field or industry? Share it in the comments.?

Here’s to another year of progress and partnership!?

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