PIPENET 2024: Professional Fluid Flow Network Analysis Software

PIPENET 2024 is a leading software package for the hydraulic analysis of pipe and ducting networks, developed by Sunrise Systems Limited, an ISO 9001 certified company . It is designed to help engineers design safe, efficient, and reliable fluid systems across various industries, from power generation and oil & gas to fire protection and water treatment.

Unlike basic calculators, PIPENET uses a robust field-proven solver that handles complex network topologies (loops, multiple supplies, etc.). It allows users to model both steady-state conditions (for sizing) and dynamic transient behavior (for surge analysis),

???? Primary Users

This professional hydraulic analysis software is designed for:

  • Piping & Process Engineers designing complex fluid distribution networks, cooling water systems, and steam distribution lines 

  • Fire Protection Engineers modeling firewater rings, sprinkler systems, and foam solution networks 

  • Offshore & Marine Engineers simulating FPSO firewater systems, ballast systems, and LNG transfer lines 

  • Water & Utility Engineers analyzing water distribution networks and surge protection strategies

  • Mechanical Engineers performing pipe sizing, pump selection, and transient flow analysis (water hammer) 

⚡ Key Features & Capabilities

 

????️ PIPENET Standard

  • Network Modeling: Handles complex systems including multiple supply points (tanks, pumps), loops, and branches.

  • Component Library: Extensive databases for pipes, fittings, valves, pumps (manufacturer curves), fans, filters, orifice plates, and nozzles .

  • Sizing & Balancing: Calculates optimal pipe diameters, pump duties, and flow distribution for steady-state systems (water, steam, gas, HVAC) .

  • Control Systems: Models basic control logic for valves and pumps.

???? PIPENET Spray/Sprinkler

  • Fire Safety Compliance: Specifically designed for Fire Protection systems (Firewater rings, Sprinkler grids, Deluge, Foam) .

  • Nozzle Analysis: Calculates flow rates from various spray nozzles and sprinkler heads.

  • Performance Verification: Ensures minimum pressure and flow requirements are met at remote hydrants or “hot spots” .

???? PIPENET Transient

  • Water Hammer Analysis: Simulates pressure surges caused by pump trips, valve closures, and column separation .

  • Force Calculation: Calculates transient hydraulic forces (unbalanced forces) essential for pipe stress analysis and support design .

  • Leak Detection: Models system response to leaks.

  • Unique Models: Features specialized models for air pockets, slug flow, and cavitation .

  • Application Example: Critical for analyzing FPSO firewater systems, LNG transfer lines, and long-distance pipelines .

????️ User Interface & Usability

  • Flexible Modeling: User-defined pipe schedules and extensive fitting libraries .

  • Unit Systems: Supports a wide range of units (Metric, Imperial, SI).

  • Reporting: Generates detailed calculation reports for project documentation.