NextGen 2023 user interface guide NextGen 2023 introduces a new type of user interface for its main window. This article explains the differences with previous versions.
Support for issues not concerning NextGen Information regarding the type of support that Sant'Ambrogio can offer for problems not strictly related to the NextGen program, for users of this program
NextGen 3D modeler A major part of NextGen's user interface is its 3D modeler. In this article, we look at its functionality, purpose, and limitations.
Request to insert materials not available in the NextGen database While containing several thousands of materials, NextGen databases may not contain one or more necessary items. In this article we illustrate how it is possible to overcome the absence of materials and how to request their addition.
Getting started step-by-step guide A guide for those approaching NextGen for the first time, aimed to discover the user interface and create the first simple vessel
Startup or runtime problems due to antivirus In some contexts, the presence of antivirus, antispyware or antimalware programs in general can interfere with the normal functioning of the program
Cladding and weld overlay management NextGen supports automatic calculation of lining overthicknesses and can consider part of the cladding for the overall pressure resistance
Files management with Projects Browser Projects Browser is the component used to manage and organize files and projects within NextGen. It's been overhauled in version 2022 of the software: in this article, we take a look in detail at all its functions.
How to ask for technical support NextGen has an integrated function for sending technical support requests. To access this function, simply click on the “Ask for support” button on the top bar of the program
How to obtain your license key Instruction about how to get the license key, either software or hardware, for a given NextGen installation via License Manager software
Version number Explanation of how the NextGen version number is structured and how the installation behaves towards previous versions already installed
Weight management In NextGen there are multiple options to manage the weight of the equipment accurately.
Software validation and ASME PTB test cases NextGen software is continuously tested to ensure the consistency and correctness of its results, as well as the proper functioning of the user interface. For the American ASME codes, test cases provided directly by the Standard are also available, with which NextGen is verified.
How to design a vapor belt for an heat exchanger The vapor belt, or annular distributor, is a component commonly used in heat exchangers to enable a more uniform distribution of fluids or gases at lower velocities. This document outlines how to approach its mechanical design using NextGen.
How to manage geometric relationships between components NextGen takes care of keeping the geometry of the designed components consistent. In some contexts, it is necessary to disable this behavior and separate the dimensions between the various components.
Item revision system NextGen manages calculation revisions, maintaining the original file and the calculation report relating to each revision and adding the relevant information to the report cover page
Understanding and solving validation errors Validation errors may arise during design with NextGen. These types of errors are part of the normal work cycle with the software: the purpose of this article is to provide the user with the tools to understand and resolve them independently.
Nozzles and other secondary components positioning NextGen 2024.1 introduces a new coordinate system for positioning nozzles and other secondary components, such as attachments, eyebolts, ladders or trunnions. Options are also available to facilitate linear positioning and definition of the nozzle height.
Heat Exchanger Wizard How to design a heat exchanger using NextGen's Heat Exchanger Wizard
How to backup customized elements NextGen allows the creation of various custom elements, such as materials, bolts and gaskets. In this article we illustrate how to save and restore it.
How to create a custom material A guide on how to create a custom reusable material, to complete missing features of an existing material or to insert a completely new material into the NextGen database
Wind load definition In NextGen it is possible to calculate the wind profile automatically using standards such as Eurocodes, ASCE, UBC or define a custom profile.
Materials set feature and its usage The material sets enable faster prototyping and design of pressure vessels and heat exchangers, as well as minimizing possible input problems
How to design supports for stacked equipments The support of a vessel or an exchanger could also be subject to the stresses of overlying elements, as in the case of stacked exchangers. In this article we will see how to take this into account, so as to carry out adequate sizing.
The item properties window A recap of all the options and settings available under the "Item properties" window, to define a vessel or heat exchanger
Thread calculation according to EN14359 Clause 5.5.6 The thread calculation procedure allows to determine the minimum length of thread engagement for sustaining compressive stresses and the minimum length of thread engagement for sustaining shear stresses
Importing HTRI files Specifications concerning the data import procedure for a heat exchanger starting from the thermal calculation with HTRI
Understanding and solving validation warnings Understand how to follow-up to a validation warning, a non-blocking message that often arises during the validation process of a component.
Limits on thickness for tubes and cylindrical shells in the VSR standard The VSR standard provides for different lower limits on the thickness of the walls of pipes and cylindrical shells. NextGen checks these limits on the basis of the criteria imposed by the standard, this article summarizes this process.