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- 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. - The components design window (component properties)
Most of the design work in NextGen happens within the component designer. In this article we see how it is organized. - Startup or runtime problems due to user profile corruption
In some contexts, for example following the sudden shutdown of the computer due to a power outage, the NextGen user profile may be corrupted and the program unstartable. - 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. - 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 - How to create an additional component with the "Desktop View"
Guide to creating components outside the 3D modeler, using the interface called "Desktop View" - 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. - Heat Exchanger Wizard
How to design a heat exchanger using NextGen's Heat Exchanger Wizard - Design a body/girth flange automatically using the Flange Designer tool
NextGen's Flange Designer allows you to design and optimize a body flange in minutes, creating the best possible geometry that satisfies the input conditions. - 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. - Run a FEM analysis of a nozzle with NozzlePRO from NextGen
The positioning of some nozzles can be critical with an approach based solely on Design By Formulae: NozzlePRO offers an easily approachable Design By Analysis approach - How to install the program from the command line
It is also possible to install the program from the command line using some parameters - Material characteristics customization
Find out how to modify on-the-fly one or more material characteristics for a specific component - 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. - File storage in real-time synchronized folders (OneDrive, Dropbox, Google Drive)
Why we suggest not to store NextGen files inside folders monitored by real-time synchronization software - Error starting NextGen, invalid license
Information on errors that may be received when starting NextGen and their resolution - Fatigue Analysis Screening, Method B according to ASME Section VIII div 2 Clause 5.5.2.4
The fatigue screening allows to determine if a fatigue analysis is required as part of the vessel design. If the screening is satisfied, then a fatigue analysis is not required as part of the vessel design. - NextGen 2023.0 is now available
Information about the publication of Sant'Ambrogio NextGen version 2023.0 - Structural calculation of supports using load combinations
Structural calculation of supports using load combinations - 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. - Common mistakes when searching EN 1092-1 flange ratings
How to correctly calculate EN 1092-1 flange ratings - Weight management
In NextGen there are multiple options to manage the weight of the equipment accurately. - 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 - Considerations on the verification of saddles according to the Zick method
This article expresses our position regarding the dimensions b and b1 in the calculation of saddles according to the Zick method - Set liquid level
Set liquid level - What types of licenses are available for NextGen?
NextGen comes with three different license types. In this article we will see the characteristics of each of them. - Detailed fatigue assessment according to EN 13445-3 Clause 18 and AD 2000 S 2
How to perform fatigue analysis with the detailed approach proposed in EN 13445 Clause 18 and AD 2000 S 2 - 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 - External actions for the vessel support calculation
It is possible to define various actions when checking the vessel's support - 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 - Download center
Useful resources for Sant'Ambrogio NextGen - How to design a gas cylinder with NextGen
In this article we illustrate the precautions to be taken when calculating a gas cylinder - Why is an ASME material unusable at a certain temperature despite having the allowable and yield strength values?
Within ASME, it can happen to receive an error when selecting a material due to too high a temperature - Report configuration
In this article we will analyze the windows that allow us to modify the report's configuration - 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 - Simplified fatigue assessment according to EN13445-3 Clause 17 and AD 2000 S 1
Simplified fatigue assessment according to EN13445-3 Clause 17 - How to obtain NextGen software validation certificates
Find out where you can download quality certificates for NextGen software validation - 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 - What changes in the calculation of heat exchangers in the 2023 edition of the ASME BPVC?
A summary of the changes that ASME BPVC 2023 makes to the chapters related to the calculation of heat exchangers - 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 - Configuring the computers running NextGen to use the Sentinel HASP network key
How to set up computers on your network to use network key licensing (red USB dongle) - 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. - 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. - Clamp connections
How to calculate flanges and covers having screw clamps, hinged or eye-bolts - Vortex shedding calculation according to EN13445 Clause 22.10
It is possible to calculate the effect of the vortex shedding on the column according to clause 22.10 of EN13445 - NextGen 2023.2 is now available
Information about the new Sant'Ambrogio NextGen version 2023.2 - NextGen shows a "subscription expired" message when trying to ask for support
How to re-enable your NextGen installation to receive technical support when the "subscription expired" message is shown - How to update your license
Instructions about how to update both software and hardware NextGen licenses - Greater prominence for the options relating to the reduction of the allowable in EN 13445 openings
In version 2022.2, greater visibility is given to two important options in the calculation of openings in EN calculations. - Why do some ASME materials lack the yield strength, tensile strength, elasticity or thermal expansion values?
An explanation on the lack of some values in the NextGen ASME databases that are instead present in the ASME II Part D tables - Running the NextGen program via Remote Desktop (RDP)
Running the NextGen program via Remote Desktop (RDP) - How to validate an attachment (nozzle or support) according to WRC 107, WRC 537 o WRC 297
How to validate an attachment (nozzle or support) according to WRC 107, WRC 537 o WRC 297 - Installation guide
Step by step procedure for installing NextGen - Period of vibration of items supported by brackets or rings
Period of vibration of items supported by brackets or rings - Use of customized Excel files to define the WRC loads on nozzles
An Excel file can be used to define custom nozzle loads - Expansion joints
An overview of expansion joints and their use in the calculation of fixed plate heat exchangers - 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. - Errors exporting ASME U Forms
Steps to Resolve Errors When Exporting ASME VIII Div. 1 U-Forms - How to set different pressures on adjacent components
Components belonging to the same calculation can be defined with different pressures and temperatures, following the instructions given in this document - How to recover backup copies of NextGen items
How to recover backup copies of NextGen items - NextGen 2022.0 is now available
Information about the publication of Sant'Ambrogio NextGen version 2022.0 - The Log4shell vulnerability does not affect NextGen and the other Sant'Ambrogio software
Information on the Log4shell vulnerability and its impact on Sant'Ambrogio programs