Problems importing HTRI version 9.3 files A bug in HTRI 9.3 causes issues with .NET 8. Since our software requires .NET 8, we recommend using HTRI 9.2.1 and manually registering the correct COM component.
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.
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.
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
Cladding and weld overlay management NextGen supports automatic calculation of lining overthicknesses and can consider part of the cladding for the overall pressure resistance
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
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
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.
Heat Exchanger Wizard How to design a heat exchanger using NextGen's Heat Exchanger Wizard
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
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
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.
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.
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