Octave OnSite Spool Design
Industrial-Grade Pipe Isometric Drawing Solution
Octave OnSite Spool Design (formerly Intergraph Spoolgen) enables Vietnamese engineers to create fabrication and installation isometric drawings directly from original design data, reducing rework time by up to 40%. It integrates seamlessly with Forte 3D, PDMS, and CADWorx, and supports export to AutoCAD/MicroStation formats.
Core Value
Proven across hundreds of global projects, OnSite Spool Design delivers measurable benefits for EPC contractors and pipe fabrication workshops
40% reduction in fabrication time
Automatically generates spool drawings from source design data, eliminating manual redrawing entirely — ideal for fast-track project schedules.
Eliminate field weld errors
Accurately locates field weld positions on drawings, reducing on-site assembly rework — cuts additional costs by up to 30%.
Universal 3D plant system integration
Works with Smart 3D, PDMS, E3D, OpenPlant, and Plant3D — independent of the EPC’s existing platform, offering flexibility for international consortiums.
Standardized material reports
Exports Bill of Materials, Cutting Lists, and Weld Summaries in Excel/PDF formats, fully customizable to meet owner requirements.
Core Features Tailored for Engineering Teams
Built on the Isogen engine — the global industry standard — OnSite Spool Design combines powerful automation with flexible customization.
Visual spool definition via field welds
- Add field weld locations directly on isometric drawings
- Built-in alert system: flags spools exceeding shipping container dimensions
- Automatically splits large spools into smaller, fabrication-ready drawings
Standardized AutoCAD/MicroStation output
- Supports company-specific backing sheets, preserving your existing presentation standard
- Flexible dimensioning options: string, composite, overall, valve center/valve end
- Automatically updates local modifications when receiving revised isometrics from the project owner
3D Visualization & Spool Validation
- Displays IDF/PCF files as true-to-scale 3D models with interactive rotation and zoom
- Compares spool dimensions against container capacity to optimize shipping logistics
- Supports multi-file viewing to build a complete piping system model
Downstream IT System Integration (ERP, MRP)
- Exports data to SAP, Oracle, Excel, and Access via report files or API
- Integrates with Loop Core and OnSite Production for material and weld management
- Compatible with legacy systems at existing plants.
Globally Validated Results
Data compiled from over 200 pipe fabrication projects using OnSite Spool Design (source: Hexagon/Octave, 2024–2025)
Industry Applications
Oil & Gas / Petrochemical
Optimizes spool fabrication for high-pressure piping systems and offshore platforms. Supports ASME B31.3 and PVN specifications.
Thermal Power / Energy
Processes steam and cooling water piping systems for coal/gas-fired thermal power plants. Integrates directly with approval workflows.
Chemical / Processing
Manages piping materials for chemical and fertilizer plants. Generates traceability reports for all components to meet audit requirements.
Industrial Infrastructure / Industrial Parks
Enables local fabricators to adopt automated isometric technology, enhancing capabilities to serve as subcontractors for international projects.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Every license includes Intergraph Smart Isometrics — a tool that rapidly recreates isometrics from PDF files to generate electronic PCF files. This enables digital workflows even for projects with only paper drawings available.
OnSite Spool Design outputs material reports, cutting lists, and weld summaries in fully editable Excel/PDF formats. The TrueTech team can customize templates to comply with TCVN, PVN specifications, or internal standards required by Vietnamese project owners.
Typically 2–3 weeks, including:
- (1) Installation & configuration,
- (2) 3 days of training (with Vietnamese-language documentation),
- (3) Pilot project support.
The intuitive interface and Isogen-based workflow enable fast adoption by engineers.
No. OnSite Spool Design includes a built-in Isogen engine — the global industry standard for automated isometric generation. You only need to provide IDF/PCF input files from your existing 3D plant system.
Ready to optimize your pipe fabrication workflow?
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