Smart 3D and PDMS

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Contents
Preface PDMS Guide ................................................................................................................................. 10
What's New in Design and Data Exchange with PDMS ......................................................................... 11
Exporting Smart 3D Model Data ............................................................................................................... 14
Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D catalogs ............................................................................................ 23
Configure the PDMS export initialization file ......................................................................................... 25
PDMS export initialization file options ............................................................................................ 33
PDMS Export Validation ....................................................................................................................... 41
Validate mapping details ................................................................................................................ 42
PDMS Export Validation Dialog Box .............................................................................................. 42
Export Smart 3D models ....................................................................................................................... 46
Generate catalog and reference data in Smart 3D and PDMS formats for export ........................ 48
Export Smart 3D model data to PDMS........................................................................................... 50
Export Model to PDMS Datal Dialog Box ....................................................................................... 51
Importing PDMS Design Data ................................................................................................................... 53
Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D catalogs ............................................................................................ 57
Configure the PDMS import initialization file .................................................................................. 58
PDMS Import Validation ................................................................................................................. 60
Import model ................................................................................................................................... 63
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................................................ 66
Performance Tips .................................................................................................................................. 66
Import/Export Issues ............................................................................................................................. 68
Project Creation Estimates ................................................................................................................... 69
Appendix: Smart 3D Export to PDMS Workbook ................................................................................... 71
Electrical Translation Maps ................................................................................................................... 73
ElectricalClassMap ......................................................................................................................... 74
CPElectricalSystemAttrMap ........................................................................................................... 74
CPCablewayAttrMap ...................................................................................................................... 74
CPRteCableTrayComponentAttrMap ............................................................................................. 74
ElectricalSupportAttrsMap .............................................................................................................. 75
ElectricalGlobalsMap ...................................................................................................................... 75
ElectricalRunSpecMap ................................................................................................................... 75
ElectricalRunSpecAdditionalAttr ..................................................................................................... 75
ElectricalPartIdentifierMap ............................................................................................................. 76
ElectricalComponentSPREFMap ................................................................................................... 76
Equipment Translation Maps ................................................................................................................ 76
EquipmentClassMap ...................................................................................................................... 78
CPSmartEquipmentMap ................................................................................................................. 79
CPEquipmentComptMap ................................................................................................................ 79

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CPShapeMap ................................................................................................................................. 79
CPPipeNozzleMap ......................................................................................................................... 79
CPHVACNozzleMap....................................................................................................................... 79
CPConduitNozzleMap .................................................................................................................... 80
CPCableTrayNozzleMap ................................................................................................................ 80
CPStraightNozzleCatRefMap ......................................................................................................... 80
CPElbowNozzleCAtRefMap ........................................................................................................... 80
CPHvacNozzleCatRefMap ............................................................................................................. 81
EquipGlobalsMap ........................................................................................................................... 81
PartNumberValueMap .................................................................................................................... 81
PartNumberAdditionalAttributes ..................................................................................................... 81
DesParamAdditionalAttrMap .......................................................................................................... 82
AspectMap ...................................................................................................................................... 82
AspectAdditionalAttributes ............................................................................................................. 82
CPShapeValueMap ........................................................................................................................ 82
CPShapeAdditionalAttributes ......................................................................................................... 82
CPNozzleAdditionalAttributes ........................................................................................................ 83
NozzDesParamAdditionalAttrMap .................................................................................................. 83
Hierarchy Translation Maps .................................................................................................................. 83
HierarchyClassMap ........................................................................................................................ 84
CPMSystemMap............................................................................................................................. 85
CPAreaSystemMap ........................................................................................................................ 85
CPConduitSystemMap ................................................................................................................... 85
CPDuctingSystemMap ................................................................................................................... 85
CPElectricalSystemMap ................................................................................................................. 85
CPMachinerySystemMap ............................................................................................................... 86
CPPipelineSystemMapEx .............................................................................................................. 86
CPPipingSystemMap...................................................................................................................... 86
CPStructuralSystemMap ................................................................................................................ 86
CPUnitSystemMap ......................................................................................................................... 86
HVAC Translation Maps ....................................................................................................................... 87
HVACClassMap .............................................................................................................................. 88
CPDuctingSystemAttrMap .............................................................................................................. 88
CPMSystemAttrMap ....................................................................................................................... 88
CPDuctRunAttrMap ........................................................................................................................ 88
DuctComponentAttrsMap ............................................................................................................... 89
DuctSupportAttrsMap ..................................................................................................................... 89
DesignSupportAttrsMap ................................................................................................................. 89
HVACGlobalsMap .......................................................................................................................... 89
HVACPartIdentifierMap .................................................................................................................. 90
HVACEndPreparationMap ............................................................................................................. 90
HVACComponentSPREFMap ........................................................................................................ 90
DuctRunSpecMap .......................................................................................................................... 90
HVACDesParamMap...................................................................................................................... 91
Piping Translation Maps ....................................................................................................................... 91
PipingClassMap .............................................................................................................................. 93
CPPipelineSystemMap ................................................................................................................... 93
CPMPipeRunMap ........................................................................................................................... 93
PipingGlobalsMap .......................................................................................................................... 94
PipeRunSpecMap........................................................................................................................... 94
SP3DPartIdentifierMap ................................................................................................................... 94

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CatalogComponentSPREFMap ..................................................................................................... 95
NPDSpecificSPREFMap ................................................................................................................ 95
CatalogSpecialtySPREFMap ......................................................................................................... 95
CatalogInstrumentSPREFMap ....................................................................................................... 96
OnFlySpecialtySPREFMap ............................................................................................................ 96
OnFlyInstrumentSPREFMap .......................................................................................................... 96
PipeComponentAttrsMap ............................................................................................................... 97
PipeInstrumentAttrsMap ................................................................................................................. 97
PipeSpecialtyAttrsMap ................................................................................................................... 97
PipeSupportAttrsMap ..................................................................................................................... 97
PipingEndConnectionMap .............................................................................................................. 97
PipingConnectionItemMap ............................................................................................................. 98
Structure Translation Maps ................................................................................................................... 98
StructureClassMap ....................................................................................................................... 102
CoordinateSystemMap ................................................................................................................. 102
ElevationPlaneMap....................................................................................................................... 102
GridLineMap ................................................................................................................................. 103
LinearMemberPartAttrsMap ......................................................................................................... 103
CurvedMemberPartAttrsMap ........................................................................................................ 103
InsulationAttrsMap ........................................................................................................................ 103
SlabAttrsMap ................................................................................................................................ 103
StairAttrsMap ................................................................................................................................ 104
LadderAttrsMap ............................................................................................................................ 104
HandRailAttrsMap ........................................................................................................................ 104
FootingAttrsMap ........................................................................................................................... 104
EquipmentFoundationAttrsMap .................................................................................................... 104
LeafPlateSystemAttrsMap ............................................................................................................ 105
PlanarPlatePartAttrsMap .............................................................................................................. 105
CurvedPlatePartAttrsMap ............................................................................................................. 105
LeafStiffenerSystemAttrsMap ....................................................................................................... 105
LinearStiffenerPartAttrsMap ......................................................................................................... 105
CurvedStiffenerPartAttrsMap ....................................................................................................... 106
LeafERSystemAttrsMap ............................................................................................................... 106
LinearERProfilePartAttrsMap ....................................................................................................... 106
CurvedERProfilePartAttrsMap ...................................................................................................... 106
LeafBeamSystemAttrsMap ........................................................................................................... 107
BeamPartAttrsMap ....................................................................................................................... 107
LinearSAStiffenerPartAttrsMap .................................................................................................... 107
CurvedSAStiffenerPartAttrsMap ................................................................................................... 107
HoleFittingAttrsMap ...................................................................................................................... 107
StructureGlobalsMap .................................................................................................................... 108
InsulationAttrMap.......................................................................................................................... 108
InsulationSpecAttrMap ................................................................................................................. 108
StructureMatSpecMap .................................................................................................................. 109
SmartItemMaterialMap ................................................................................................................. 109
StructPartNumbersMap ................................................................................................................ 109
StructClassAdditionalAttributes .................................................................................................... 109
Cross-Section Maps ..................................................................................................................... 110
Cardinal Point Maps ..................................................................................................................... 110
Marine Cross-Section Maps ......................................................................................................... 111
Load Point Maps ........................................................................................................................... 111

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Supports Translation Maps ................................................................................................................. 112
SupportsClassMap ....................................................................................................................... 113
CHgrPipeSupport ......................................................................................................................... 113
CHgrDuctSupport ......................................................................................................................... 113
CHgrCableTraySupport ................................................................................................................ 113
CHgrDesignSupport ..................................................................................................................... 114
CHgrSupportComponent .............................................................................................................. 114
HgrSupportGlobals ....................................................................................................................... 114
SupportPartNumber...................................................................................................................... 114
SupportGTYPE ............................................................................................................................. 115
SupportUserAttributes .................................................................................................................. 115
Units Translation Maps ....................................................................................................................... 115
UnitsClassMap ............................................................................................................................. 116
UnitsGlobalsMap .......................................................................................................................... 116
UnitsAdditionalAttributeMap ......................................................................................................... 116
Appendix: PDMS Import to Smart 3D Workbook ................................................................................. 117
Equipment Translation Maps .............................................................................................................. 119
EquipmentClassMap .................................................................................................................... 120
CPSmartEquipmentMap ............................................................................................................... 121
CPEquipmentComptMap .............................................................................................................. 121
CPShapeMap ............................................................................................................................... 121
CPPipeNozzleMap ....................................................................................................................... 121
NozzleAdditionalAttrMap .............................................................................................................. 122
EqpGlobalsMap ............................................................................................................................ 122
PartNumberValueMap .................................................................................................................. 122
PartNumberAdditionalAttributes ................................................................................................... 122
CPShapeValueMap ...................................................................................................................... 123
CPShapeAdditionalAttributes ....................................................................................................... 123
AspectMap .................................................................................................................................... 123
NozzleOrientationAttrMap ............................................................................................................ 123
Piping Translation Maps ..................................................................................................................... 124
PipingClassMap ............................................................................................................................ 126
CPPipelineSystemMap ................................................................................................................. 126
CPMPipeRunMap ......................................................................................................................... 126
PipeRunSpecMap......................................................................................................................... 127
PipeComponentAttrsMap ............................................................................................................. 127
PipeInstrumentAttrsMap ............................................................................................................... 127
PipeSupportAttrsMap ................................................................................................................... 127
PipingGlobalsMap_V11 ................................................................................................................ 128
PipingGlobalsMap_V12 ................................................................................................................ 128
SP3DXMLPartTypeMap ............................................................................................................... 128
SPREFSP3DIdentifierPatternMap ................................................................................................ 129
SPREFSP3DOptionCodePatternMap .......................................................................................... 129
RunChangeComponentsMap ....................................................................................................... 129
PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Below .............................................................................................. 129
PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Above ............................................................................................. 130
ComponentOrientationAttrMap ..................................................................................................... 130
Structure Translation Maps ................................................................................................................. 130
StructureClassMap ....................................................................................................................... 134

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SPSSlabEntityMap ....................................................................................................................... 134
PlatePartMap ................................................................................................................................ 135
SPSMemberSystemLinearMap .................................................................................................... 135
SPSMemberSystemCurveMap .................................................................................................... 135
InsulationAttrMap.......................................................................................................................... 135
CoordinateSysAttrMap ................................................................................................................. 136
StructureGlobalsMap .................................................................................................................... 136
StructureMatSpecMap .................................................................................................................. 136
StructureSlabMatSpecMap .......................................................................................................... 137
StructurePlateMatSpecMap ......................................................................................................... 137
StandardCrossSecAdditionalAtt ................................................................................................... 137
BuiltUpCrossSecAdditionalAtt ...................................................................................................... 138
BuiltupDesignParametersMap ...................................................................................................... 138
XSectionAdditionalAttr .................................................................................................................. 138
PlateThicknessDirMap.................................................................................................................. 139
SlabFacePositionMap................................................................................................................... 139
W_PLine ....................................................................................................................................... 139
BUI_PLine .................................................................................................................................... 139
WT_PLine ..................................................................................................................................... 140
BUTee_PLine ............................................................................................................................... 140
L_PLine ........................................................................................................................................ 140
BUL_PLine ................................................................................................................................... 140
C_PLine ........................................................................................................................................ 141
BUC_PLine ................................................................................................................................... 141
HSSR_PLine ................................................................................................................................ 141
BUBoxFM_PLine .......................................................................................................................... 141
HSSC_PLine ................................................................................................................................ 142
BUTube_PLine ............................................................................................................................. 142
BUCone_PLine ............................................................................................................................. 142
HP_PLine ..................................................................................................................................... 142
M_PLine ....................................................................................................................................... 143
MC_PLine ..................................................................................................................................... 143
MT_PLine ..................................................................................................................................... 143
PIPE_PLine .................................................................................................................................. 143
S_PLine ........................................................................................................................................ 144
ST_PLine ...................................................................................................................................... 144
RS_PLine ..................................................................................................................................... 144
JointRefMap ................................................................................................................................. 144
FootingRefMap ............................................................................................................................. 145
InsulationMap ............................................................................................................................... 145
HVAC Translation Maps ..................................................................................................................... 145
HVACClassMap ............................................................................................................................ 147
CPDuctingSystemMap ................................................................................................................. 147
CPDuctRunMap ............................................................................................................................ 147
HVACRunMaterialMap ................................................................................................................. 148
DuctComponentAttrsMap ............................................................................................................. 148
DuctFittingAttrsMap ...................................................................................................................... 148
HVACGlobalsMap_V11 ................................................................................................................ 148
HVACGlobalsMap_V12 ................................................................................................................ 149
SP3DHVACXMLPartTypeMap ..................................................................................................... 149
SPREFSP3DHVACIdentifierPttrnMap.......................................................................................... 149

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HVACAdditionalAttsMap............................................................................................................... 149
HVACCrossSectionMap ............................................................................................................... 150
PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Below .............................................................................................. 150
PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Above ............................................................................................. 150
Hangers and Supports Translation Maps ........................................................................................... 150
SupportClassMap ......................................................................................................................... 151
CHgrDesignSupportMap .............................................................................................................. 152
CHgrSupportComponentMap ....................................................................................................... 152
SupportsGlobalsMap .................................................................................................................... 152
SupportCompPartNumberValueMap............................................................................................ 152
SuppCompAdditionalAttributes .................................................................................................... 153
Appendix: Mapping Best Practices ....................................................................................................... 154
Map equipment attributes using labels ............................................................................................... 154
Map cableway object placement mismatch ........................................................................................ 155
Map PDMS piping specifications to Smart 3D .................................................................................... 155
Map PDMS piping components and instruments to Smart 3D ........................................................... 157
Map PDMS HVAC specifications to Smart 3D.................................................................................... 158
Map HVAC components to Smart 3D components and fittings .......................................................... 160
Map cross-section and orientation mismatches.................................................................................. 161
Map PDMS design parameters ........................................................................................................... 163
Index ......................................................................................................................................................... 164

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Preface PDMS Guide

This document discusses the methodology and process for exchanging data between Intergraph
SmartTM 3D and Plant Design Management System (PDMS). The content includes a list of
supported model object types, known limitations associated with the design and data exchange
functionality, best practices, and other administrative tasks.

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Exchange with PDMS
The content of the Design and Data Exchange with PDMS User's Guide has been updated to
support the functional enhancements listed below.
Hot Fix and Service Pack Updates

The software now supports import of a custom hierarchy (UDETs) from PDMS. For more
information, see the Hierarchy Objects table under Supported Object Types in Importing
PDMS Design Data (on page 53). (P1 CP:265155)

If more than 50 shapes are present under an equipment or equipment component, all
Simple Physical Aspect shapes are combined into a GType shape. Other aspect shapes are
imported as intelligent S3D shapes.For more information, see Importing PDMS Design Data
(on page 53). (P1 CP:275368)

Added the PlateThicknessDirMap and SlabFacePositionMap structure translation maps.

For more information, see PlateThicknessDirMap (on page 139) and SlabFacePositionMap
(on page 139). (P2 CP:250966)

The ImportPDMSPanelsAsSlabs option has been added to the PDMSImportTranslator.ini

file. You can use this option to import the PDMS panels as slabs or plates into Smart 3D.
For more information, see PDMS import initialization file options (on page 58). (P2
CP:262602)

Added limitations that exist when importing PDMS design data into Smart 3D. For more
information, see Importing PDMS Design Data (on page 53). (P2 CP:267373)

Any weld listed as NEW WELD in the PDMS attribute file (*.att) is imported into Smart 3D as
a Field Fitted Weld (FFW). For more information, see Importing PDMS Design Data (on
page 53). (P2 CP:271527)

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The DumpUnitsToDatal option has been added to the PDMSExportTranslator.ini file. You
can use this option to write units for all the values being written to the DATAL file. For more
information, see PDMS Export Initialization File Options (on page 33).

A new .INI option, CreatePDMSLogFile, has been added that can generate a log file during
export to PDMS. For more information, see PDMS Export Initialization File Options (on page
33). (CP:20125)

Export to PDMS functionality option can now map a component of one Smart 3D
specification with a different specification component of PDMS. (CP:204831)

The enhanced Validation tool can now validate the missing mapping for electrical objects.
For more information, see PDMS Export Validation (on page 41). (CP:20914)

The software now supports the exporting Smart 3D Electrical data to PDMS. For more
information, see Exporting Smart 3D Model Data (on page 14) and
ElectricalComponentSPREFMap (on page 76). (P2 CP:173766)

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The software now exports all aspects that are set on equipment objects (catalog and
designed) and shapes to the corresponding mapped PDMS level (such as the Insulation
level or Obstruction level). Previously, Smart 3D exported only the Simple Physical aspect to
PDMS. For more information, see AspectMap (on page 82). (P2 CP:197917)

Export to PDMS functionality now exports the flow direction of the Smart 3D pipe run to the
PDMS DATAL file. Previously, the flow direction of the run had to be manually set. (P2
CP:246972)

Export to PDMS functionality now uses End Preparation and Pressure Rating in a
combined string to map to the connection type in PDMS. The SP3DEndPreparation
attribute has been replaced with SP3DEndConnection, and the
HVACEndPreparationMap has been replaced with HVACEndConnectionMap. For more
information, see HVACGlobalsMap (on page 89) and PipingGlobalsMap (on page 94). (P2
CP:246974)

The PipingConnectionItemMap mapping sheet enables you to define mapping between

the unique string created from Smart 3D piping connection items and the PDMDS SPREF
attribute. For more information, see PipingConnectionItemMap (on page 98). (P2
CP:246976)

The SP3DConnectionItem property in the PipingGlobalsMap mapping sheet enables you

to point to the PipingConnectionItemMap mapping sheet. For more information, see
PipingGlobalsMap (on page 94). (P2 CP:246976)

The ExportCutBackGeometryUnderMembers option has been added to the PDMS export

initialization file. This option controls the export of cutback geometry to the PDMS DATAL
file. For more information, see PDMS export initialization file options (on page 33). (P2
CP:247966)

A new mapping sheet, PipingDesParamAdditionalAttrMap, provides the ability to map the

design parameters of piping instruments and specialties between Smart 3D and PDMS. For
more information, see PipingDesParamAdditionalAttrMap. (P2 CP:253086)

The software supports mapping different obstruction values to different level values in
PDMS. For more information, see AspectAdditionalAttributes (on page 82). (P2 CP:256461)

The PDMS export validation process now includes checking for missing mapping for Smart
3D catalog components in the NPDSpecificSPREFMap sheet. For more information, see
PDMS Export Validation Dialog Box (on page 42). (P2 CP:256462)

A new mapping sheet, ElectricalRunSpecAdditionalAttr, enables you to map additional

attributes for the PDMS electrical specification to correct position mismatch of cabletrays.
For more information, see ElectricalRunSpecAdditionalAttr (on page 75). (P2 CP:260157)

The software now supports exporting Smart 3D Equipment HVAC nozzles to PDMS. For
more information, see Exporting Smart 3D Model Data (on page 14) and
CPHVACNozzleMap (on page 79). (P3 CP:193940)

The CreateHierarchy option in the PDMSExportTranslator.ini file can now create the same
hierarchy in PDMS through DATAL files. For more information, see PDMS Export
Initialization File Options (on page 33). (P3 CP:195552)

Export to PDMS functionality can now override the exported object data while re-importing
the DATAL file into PDMS so that you do not need to delete the imported data from PDMS
during re-import. This applies to graphical data and property data. (P3 CP:201256)

When you use the Export command, a progress bar now appears to show the real-time
export progress. (P3 CP:204826)

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Export to PDMS functionality supports creating multiple sites in PDMS using the
CreateMultipleSites option in the PDMS export initialization file. For more information, see
PDMS Export Initialization File Options (on page 33). (P3 CP:213303)

Export of catalog and on-the-fly piping instruments and specialty components supports
appending the piping specification in which the instrument or specialty component is defined
to the PDMS SPREF attribute. For more information, see CatalogSpecialtySPREFMap (on
page 95), CatalogInstrumentSPREFMap (on page 96), OnFlySpecialtySPREFMap (on page
96), and OnFlyInstrumentSPREFMap (on page 96). (P3 CP:241535)

Import PDMS Design Data to Smart 3D

You can now import PDMS design data to Smart 3D. For more information, see Importing
PDMS Design Data (on page 53). (P2 CP:231358)

Mapping Best Practices

The Best Practices listed below have been added for this version of the software:

Map equipment attributes using labels (on page 154)

Map cableway object placement mismatch (on page 155) (P2 CP:260158)

Map cross-section and orientation mismatches (on page 161). (P2 CP:247970)

Map PDMS design parameters (on page 163) (P2 CP:260610)

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Exporting Smart 3D Model Data

You can export the following Smart 3D model data to Plant Design Management Software
(PDMS):

Equipment

Piping

HVAC

Hangers and Supports

Electrical

Structure

You must have a S3X license key installed on the SmartPlant License server to use the
export to PDMS functionality.
Transferring model data from Smart 3D to PDMS involves the following:
1. Ensure that the Smart 3D and PDMS catalogs are set up properly. For more information,
see Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D catalogs (on page 23).
2. Edit the options in the delivered initialization file to define the parameters used in the export
process. For more information about defining these parameters, see Configure the PDMS
export initialization file (on page 25).
3. Edit the mapping workbook to reflect the customizations that you have made to the Smart
3D object properties. For more information about the translation maps delivered with the
software, see Appendix: Smart 3D Export to PDMS Workbook (on page 71).
4. Use the PDMS Export Validation command to validate the mapping details that you have
defined. For more information, see PDMS Export Validation (on page 41).
5. Export the model data using the File > Export > PDMS Datal Export > Export Model
command in Smart 3D. For more information, see Export Smart 3D models (on page 46).

Supported Object Types

Not all model data can be exported to PDMS. The tables below list the Smart 3D object types,
by discipline, that are currently supported for export by the software.
Equipment Objects:

Smart 3D Object Type

PDMS Object Type

Export Options

Catalog equipment

Standard equipment

Mapping

Breaking into primitives

Design equipment

Design equipment

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Catalog equipment component Sub-equipment

Breaking into primitives

Design equipment component

Sub-equipment

Breaking into primitives

Shape

Primitive

Mapping

Breaking into primitives

Imported shape from SAT or

DGN files

Design equipment

Breaking into primitives

Design solid

Primitive

Breaking into primitives

Pipe nozzle

Nozzle

Mapping

HVAC nozzle

Nozzle

Mapping

Conduit nozzle

Nozzle

Mapping

Cable tray nozzle

Nozzle

Mapping

Smart 3D Object Type

PDMS Object Type

Comments

Pipeline system

Pipe

The specification attribute on the

PDMS pipe object is controlled
by the PipelineSpec option in
the PDMSExportTranslator.ini
file.

Pipe run

Branch

It is not necessary for both

definitions to match exactly
because a Smart 3D pipe run
cannot contain components with
multiple diameters, whereas the
PDMS branch can. The
MergeSP3DRuns option in the
PDMSExportTranslator.ini file
combines all of the pipe runs
under a Pipeline system and
splits them into appropriate
PDMS branches. Consequently,
pipe run names in Smart 3D and
branch names in PDMS differ.

Piping component

Relevant object in
PDMS based on
GType

The appropriate component is

created based on the mapped
GType of the component.

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Gasket

Gasket

Gasket dimensions in PDMS

should match those that are
present in Smart 3D; otherwise,
the isometric drawings
generated from PDMS may fail.

Pipe support (logical)

Attachment

Pipe supports from Smart 3D

are created as attachments
which appear in the isometric
drawings obtained from PDMS.

Pipe bend

Bend

Pipe bends from Smart 3D are

exported as bend objects.

Underground and sanitary

piping

FTUBE

Underground and sanitary

piping; that is, piping that is
plain-ended, is exported as
FTUBE from Smart 3D. The
relevant FTUBE components
must be created in the PDMS
catalog and mapped
appropriately.

In addition to the piping object types listed in the above table, the necessary PML
commands are written in the data file to establish connectivity of piping with equipment nozzles
and the interconnectivity between branches.
Structure Objects:

Smart 3D Object Type

PDMS Object Type

Comments

Linear member part

Section

Curved member part

Generic Section

PNODE, PJOINT,
SNODE, SJOINT are
created.

PNODE, PJOINT,
JLDATUM, PLDATUM,
FIXING are created.

Connections between the

SECTION and JOINTS are
written to the PDMS data file.
Openings on slab

Negative extrusion

Slab

Floor

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Openings on slab are exported

as a negative extrusion under
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Stair, ladder, handrail

Structure

The software creates the

appropriate primitives in
PDMS during export.

Equipment foundation, footing

Structure

The software creates the

appropriate primitives in
PDMS during export.

Rectangular grid

Section

Assembly connection
components:

Custom plate part

Cuts on member part

Panel

Negative
Primitives

Insulation on member part

Fitting

Openings, trim on member

part

Negative Primitives

Plate part:

Planar

Panel

Curved

Sub-structure

Profile part:

Linear

SCTN

Curved

GENSEC

Twisted

The software optionally uses

the mapping file or creates the
appropriate primitives in
PDMS during export.

The software creates the

appropriate primitives in
PDMS during export.

All stiffener, edge

reinforcement, and beam parts
are profile parts.

For twisted profile parts, the

SUBSTRUCTURE part is exported by breaking it
into planes.

Openings on plate

Negative extrusion

Openings on plate are

exported as a negative
extrusion under the PANEL
element.

Built-up member components:

Structure:

Planar plate part

Panel fitting

The software creates the

appropriate primitives in
PDMS during export.

Curved plate part

Sub-structure

Hole fittings:

Planar plate part

Panel fitting

Curved plate part

Sub-structure

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Hangers and Supports Objects

Smart 3D Object Type

PDMS Object Type

Comments

Standard support components

PCLAMP

HELEMENT

Pipe clamps in Smart 3D are

created as PCLAMP.

SCLAMP

Structure clamps in Smart

3D are created as SCALMP.

Other components are

created as HELEMENT.

Pipe clamps in Smart 3D are

created as PCLAMP.

Structure clamps in Smart

3D are created as SCALMP.

Other components are

created as HELEMENT.

Design support components

PCLAMP

HELEMENT

SCLAMP

HVAC Objects

Smart 3D Object Type

PDMS Object Type

Comments

Ducting system

HVAC

The specification attribute on the

PDMS HVAC object is controlled
by the HVACSpec option in the
PDMSExportTranslator.ini file.

Generic system

HVAC

The specification attribute on the

PDMS HVAC object is controlled
by the HVACSpec option in the
PDMSExportTranslator.ini file as
there is no specification property
on the Generic system in Smart
3D.

Duct run

BRANCH

It is not necessary for both

definitions to match exactly
because a Smart 3D duct run
cannot contain run change
components only at the ends of
the run, whereas the PDMS
branch can contain similar
components in the middle of the
branch. The
MergeSP3DDuctRuns option in
the PDMSExportTranslator.ini

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file combines all of the duct runs
under a Ducting system/Generic
system and splits them into
appropriate PDMS branches.
Consequently, duct run names in
Smart 3D differ from branch
names in PDMS.

Duct component

Relevant object in
PDMS based on
GType

The appropriate component is

created based on the mapped
GType of the component.

Gasket

GASKET

Gasket dimensions in PDMS

should match those that are
present in Smart 3D. Otherwise,
the isometric drawings
generated from PDMS may fail.

Duct bend

BEND

Smart 3D duct bends are

exported as bend objects in
PDMS.

Duct support

ATTACHMENT

Smart 3D duct supports are

created as attachments which
appear in the isometric drawings
obtained from PDMS.

Design support

ATTACHMENT

Smart 3D design supports are

created as attachments which
appear in the isometric drawings
obtained from PDMS.

Electrical Objects

Smart 3D Object Type

PDMS Object
Type

Export Options

Electrical system

PIPE

The specification attribute on the

PDMS electrical object is
controlled by the Electrical Spec
option in the
PDMSExportTranslator.ini.

Cable ways

BRANCH

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Electrical supports

ATTACHMENT

Smart 3D electrical supports are

created as attachments that
appear in the drawings extracted
from PDMS.

Conduit system

PIPE

The specification attribute on the

PDMS electrical object is
controlled by the Electrical Spec
option in the
PDMSExportTranslator.ini file.

Generic system

PIPE

The specification attribute on the

PDMS electrical object is
controlled by the Electrical Spec
option in the
PDMSExportTranslator.ini file
because there is no specification
property on the Electrical system
in Smart 3D.

Conduit run

BRANCH

Conduit component

ELECCOMP

The appropriate component is

created based on the mapped
GType of the component.

Cable tray component

ELECCOMP

The appropriate component is

created based on the mapped
GType of the component.

Best Practices
During export, if the software encounters a name that does not meet one of these conventions, it
modifies the name before writing it to the DATAL file, resulting in mismatched object names
between the two models. As such, Intergraph recommends that you use the following naming
conventions when modeling in Smart 3D:

Create a unique name for each modeled object so that no duplicates exist.

Make sure object names contain no spaces.

Make sure object names do not exceed 50 characters.

For more information about Best Practices regarding Smart 3D design and data exchange
with PDMS, see Appendix: Mapping Best Practices (on page 154).

Additional key points to consider when exporting Smart 3D model data to PDMS
are listed below:

Include first level objects when exporting Smart 3D model data to PDMS: Equipment,
Pipeline, Duct Run, Cableway/Cable tray/Conduit run, Member systems/Root plate system,
and Support assembly.

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Export Smart 3D model data by discipline. Doing so reduces DATAL file size and assists in
identifying and resolving export issues.

Export model data using the following sequence of supported object types: Equipment,
Piping, HVAC, Electrical, Structure, Hangers and Supports.

Verify that the catalog component orientation in PDMS is correct before importing the
DATAL file.

When exporting Smart 3D model data, you must create equivalent UDETs (User Defined
Element Types) with relationships before importing the hierarchy DATAL file into PDMS. For
more information, see Hierarchy Translation Maps (on page 83).

Set Tolerance values (in the PDMS Piping Consistency Check options) to maximum
before importing the DATAL files. Doing so helps resolve issues related to port misalignment
and sloped piping.

Review the log file after each Smart 3D export for any errors or warnings.

Review the log file generated during model data import to PDMS for any errors or warnings.

Limitations
The following limitations are known to exist when importing piping, equipment, HVAC, hangers
and supports, structure, and electrical model data to PDMS from Smart 3D:
Global:

When exporting a hierarchy, a recursive user-defined element type cannot be created in

PDMS. For example, if a piping system is created once, it can neither be its own parent or
child, but it can be a sibling.

Equipment Models:

If the catalog is not set up or if mapping is not provided for an object, the software breaks
the object into GTypes and objects in exports them as primitives. As such, the equipment
item may be difficult to modify after it is imported into PDMS.

Imported shapes are placed under a sub-equipment node, but they should be treated as
primitives because they are shapes in Smart 3D.

In the current release of the software, the catalog equipment component is transferred only
through GTypes. Mapping is not supported.

Piping Models:

Because there is no concept of on-the-fly specialty components and on-the-fly instruments

in PDMS, these Smart 3D piping objects must be created as explicit components in PDMS.
It is assumed that there is one on-the-fly specialty component or instrument for every
different end preparation, pressure rating, schedule thickness, and end standard.

Supports are exported only as logical supports and appear as attachments in the PDMS
piping isometric drawing output.

No bolt sets or washers from the model are transferred from Smart 3D to PDMS. These are
considered implied items and the catalog should be set up properly before the export
process is started. Bolt lengths, bolt diameters, and number of bolts should match the Smart
3D data.

Structure Models:

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The software sets the PLine attribute for JLine and MLine on sections and joints to NA
(Neutral Axis) by default.

Cuts features on members and objects created during assembly connections are exported
as fittings. Negative geometries are created for cuts, and panels are created for additional
objects.
Export using catalog joints is not supported in the current release of the software.

The software breaks stair, ladder, handrail, footing, and equipment foundation objects into
GTypes and exports them as primitives under the STRUCTURE element.

Curved plate parts on both plate systems and built-up members are exported as smaller
triangular planes which make-up the total curved surface.

The hole fitting object on the planar plate part is exported as a panel fitting under the PANEL
element (planar plate part). Curved plate parts are exported as SUBSTRUCTURE, because
the PANEL element is not created for a curved plate part.

Openings, trim, corner, and end cut features on the profile part are not exported.

Twisted stiffeners are exported by breaking the profile part into primitives and exporting
them under the SUBSTRUCTURE element.

Hanger and Support Models:

If the catalog is not set up or if mapping is not provided for all hanger and support
Components present in Smart 3D, then the software breaks the object into GTypes and
exports them as primitives.

Because the export of hanger and support model data is dependent on structure model
data, the structure model data must be imported into PDMS before the hanger and support
model data.

HVAC Models:

Supports are exported only as logical supports and appear as attachments in the PDMS
isometric drawing output.

No bolt sets or washers from the model are transferred from Smart 3D to PDMS. These are
considered implied items and the catalog should be set up properly before the export
process is started. Bolt lengths, bolt diameters, and number of bolts should match the Smart
3D data.

Electrical Models:

If the catalog is not set up or if mapping is not provided for an object, the software breaks all
electrical objects into GTypes, and exports them as equipment objects for space reservation
purposes only. Consequently, an equipment item from PDMS can be difficult to modify after
it is imported.

Imported geometries are placed under a sub-equipment node. The behavior of the imported
data can be correlated to equipment designs of electrical objects.

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Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D catalogs

Prior to exporting Smart 3D model data, a catalog with corresponding objects, parts, and
specifications must exist in PDMS. You can generate the required piping catalogs in Smart 3D
and PDMS formats using Intergraph's materials management software, SmartPlant Reference
Data. For more information, see Generate catalog and reference data in Smart 3D and PDMS
formats for export (on page 48). For a successful export, ensure that the PDMS catalog meets
the criteria outlined below.

Equipment Model Data

The PDMS catalog must contain the same equipment shapes and nozzles that exist in the
Smart 3D catalog.

To export catalog equipment using a mapping file, the Smart 3D symbol definition template
must also be present in the PDMS catalog.

To export nozzles, all nozzle data must exist in the PDMS catalog prior to export and must
match the nozzle data in the Smart 3D catalog.

You must provide mapping information for any new shape. The shape in PDMS must be an
exact match of the shape in Smart 3D.

Piping Model Data

All of the piping specifications in the PDMS catalog must also exist in the Smart 3D catalog

All of the components used in a piping specification must be present in the PDMS catalog
and must match those in the Smart 3D catalog. Component properties and dimensional data
must also match between the two catalogs.

All end preparations must be set up in the PDMS catalog.

All of the piping specialties and instruments of both the catalog and on-the-fly types must be
set up in PDMS as either PCOMP or INST. Their dimensional data must match that of the
components in the Smart 3D catalog.

All gaskets and welds with exact thickness must be set up and available in the PDMS
catalog.

Insulation and tracing specifications must be set up the same in both catalogs.

Bolt sets in the PDMS catalog must match those in the Smart 3D catalog. Any difference
between these two sets of data adversely impact how bolts are reported in the isometric
drawing output. Bolt and washer model data are not exported to PDMS and are treated as
implied items by the export process.

HVAC Model Data

All of the HVAC specifications in the PDMS catalog must also exist in the Smart 3D catalog.

All of the components used in a HVAC specification must be present in the PDMS catalog
and must match those in the Smart 3D catalog. Component properties and dimensional data
must also match between the two catalogs.

All end preparations must be set up in the PDMS catalog.

All gaskets and welds with exact thickness must be set up and available in the PDMS
catalog.

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Insulation and tracing specifications must be set up the same in both catalogs.

Bolt sets in the PDMS catalog must match those in the Smart 3D catalog. Any difference
between these two sets of data adversely impacts how bolts are reported in the isometric
drawing output. Bolt and washer model data are not exported to PDMS and are treated as
implied items by the export process.

Structure Model Data

To export members, the dimensions, properties, and cardinal points of the cross-section in
the PDMS catalog must match those in the Smart 3D catalog. This criteria only applies for
Marine mode.

To export insulation on members using mapping, an exact match for the encasement must
be present in the PDMS catalog. For each cross-section type, a corresponding PDMS
catalog fitting must be present; the geometry of the catalog fitting should match exactly with
the insulation encasement for that particular cross-section type. This criteria only applies for
Marine mode.

To export the material property on a structure object, each material in the Smart 3D catalog
must be mapped to the appropriate material in the PDMS catalog.

To export a material property, you must provide mapping for any new structural catalog
object in Smart 3D. Mapping for default supported objects, such as stairs, ladders,
handrails, footings, equipment foundations, and hole fittings, is already provided.

To export profile parts, the dimensions, properties, and cardinal points (with Load Points in
Smart 3D) of the cross section in the PDMS catalog must match those in the Smart 3D
catalog. This criteria only applies for Marine mode.

Hangers and Support Model Data

To transfer hangers and supports by mapping, the PDMS catalog should be exactly the
same as the Smart 3D catalog. Otherwise there are mismatches in the geometry and
orientation of the transferred support components.

Electrical Model Data

All of the electrical specifications in the PDMS catalog must also exist in the Smart 3D
catalog.

All of the components used in an electrical specification must be present in the PDMS
catalog and should match those in the Smart 3D catalog. Component properties and
dimensional data must also match between the two catalogs.

Insulation and tracing specifications must be the same in both catalogs.

See also
Project Creation Estimates (on page 69)

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Configure the PDMS export initialization file

The PDMS export initialization file (PDMSExportTranslator.ini) controls the export of Smart 3D
model data to PDMS. You can modify the default values to suit your specific project
requirements.
1. In Windows Explorer, browse to the [Reference Data
Folder]\SharedContent\Data\Translators\S3DPDMSExport folder.
2. Open the PDMSExportTranslator.ini file, and modify the options as needed. For more
information, see PDMS export initialization file options (on page 33).
3. Save your changes.
SharedContent is delivered in the Smart 3D Reference Data setup.

PDMS Export Initialization File Options

The PDMSExportTranslator.ini file is divided into several sections: Globals, Equipment, Piping,
Structure, Hangers and Supports, Electrical, and HVAC. Each section contains a specific set of
default options that are used during export.

Globals
DeveloperLogging - Creates the end-user or detailed developer log file.

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0 - Create end-user logging. This is the default value.

1 - Create developer logging.

Precision - Provides the precision for rounding position coordinates.

Value - Type the number of digits to round the position coordinates, ideally in range 0 to 6.
The default value is 3.

CreatePDMSLogFile - Generates an error log during import into PDMS.

0 - Suppress generation of an error log file.

1 - Generate an error log file. The log file is saved to the PDMS Error Log file path, which is
created in the %PDMSUSER% file path on the PDMS computer. This is the default value.

ExportOption - Determines which objects are written to a DATAL file.

ALL - Write all objects in the selected filter to the DATAL file. This is the default value.

MODIFIED - Write only the modified objects in the selected filter to the DATAL file.

CreateHierarchy - Controls the hierarchy information written to a DATAL file.

0 - Create a single site, defined as Smart 3D ProjectConfigRoot. This is the default value.

1 - Export the Smart 3D Hierarchy to Smart 3D ProjectConfigRoot, and export the ZONE in
PDMS as a child to Smart 3D ProjectConfigRoot.

CreateMultipleSites - Controls the creation of multiple sites in PDMS.

0 - Create a single site, defined as Smart 3D ProjectConfigRoot.

1 - Create multiple sites, with SITE in PDMS defined as the parent and its object defined as
ZONE from Smart 3D.
When CreateHierarchy is set to 1, CreateMultipleSites is ignored.

DumpUnitstoDatal - Writes the units to the DATAL file.

0 - Units are not dumped to the DATAL file. This is the default value.

1 - All values are written to the DATAL file per the units specified in the mapping file.

Equipment
UseMappingToCreateShapes - Determines whether shapes are exported through mapping or
by breaking them into GTypes and creating the appropriate primitives in PDMS.

0 - Break shapes into GTypes and create appropriate primitives in PDMS. If any errors
occur, the software uses the mapping file as an alternative for creating corresponding
primitives.

1 - Export shapes using the mapping file. If any mapping is missing for any shape, the
software breaks the shape into GTypes and creates the appropriate primitives in PDMS.
This is the default value.

UseMappingToCreateCatalogEquipment - Determines whether catalog equipment is exported

through mapping or by breaking them into GTypes and creating the appropriate primitives in
PDMS.

0 - Break catalog equipment into GTypes and create appropriate primitives in PDMS. If any
errors occur, the software uses the mapping file as an alternative for creating corresponding
equipment. This is the default value.

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1 - Export catalog equipment using the mapping file. If any mapping is missing for any
catalog equipment, the software breaks the catalog equipment into GTypes and creates the
appropriate primitives in PDMS.

DumpNozzleUnderSubEquipment - Determines whether a sub-equipment node is created in

the PDMS hierarchy for placement of equipment nozzles.

0 - Suppress the creation of a sub-equipment node. All nozzles are placed under the
equipment node. This is the default value

1 - Create a sub-equipment node, and place all nozzles under it.

DumpShapeUnderSubEquipment - Determines whether a sub-equipment node is created in

the PDMS hierarchy for placement of shapes equipment.

0 - Suppress the creation of a sub-equipment node. All shapes are placed under the
equipment node. This is the default value.

1 - Create a sub-equipment node, and place all shapes under it.

IgnoreIndependentPlane - Controls how independent planes are handles during export.

Independent planes are usually caps on projections, extra planes in equipment foundation, and
so on. These planes do not affect the graphical output, but they do appear as additional objects
in the PDMS workspace.

0 - Process independent planes. This is the default value.

1 - Ignore processing of independent planes.

SurfaceQualityForBSplineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex

surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface.

COARSE - Best performance with poor surface quality.

MEDIUM COARSE - Better performance with moderate surface quality. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM FINE - Moderate performance with improved surface quality.

FINE - Poor performance with best surface quality.

ToleranceForPlanesHavingCurvedBoundaries - Controls how the software handles curved

boundaries during import. PDMS does not support planes with curved boundaries. During
export, these curved boundaries are approximated to small lines. By specifying the angle of arc,
you can approximate an arc to a line. The lesser the angle specified, the smoother the plane
boundary obtained in PDMS.

Value - Type a number (angle in degrees) in range 5-30. The default value is 5.

SurfaceQualityForBSPlineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex

surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface. This option is valid only in Marine mode.

COARSE - Poor surface quality with best performance.

MEDIUM_COARSE - Moderate surface quality with better performance. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM_FINE - Better surface quality with moderate performance.

FINE - Best surface quality with poor performance.

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SurfaceQualityForDesignSolid - Controls the fineness and surface quality for design solids.
Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex surface.

COARSE - Poor surface quality with best performance.

MEDIUM_COARSE - Moderate surface quality with better performance. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM_FINE - Better surface quality with moderate performance.

FINE - Best surface quality with poor performance.

ExportSimpleGeometry - Controls if the geometry of the equipment is simplified and

transferred into PDMS.

0 - Transfer equipment shapes as shown. This is the default value.

1 - Simplify equipment shapes before transfer. The holes on complex surfaces are removed
and the outer boundaries are truncated to straight lines or a singular circular arc. Holes are
removed from cones, cylinders, torus, spheres, and plane objects in Smart 3D equipment.

MaximumEdgeLengthForComplexSurfacesRangeBox - Defines the maximum edge length

for the range box of the complex geometry that cannot be simplified for export to PDMS. This
option is useful for transferring complex geometries, such as b-spline surfaces, ruled surfaces,
non-linear and non-orthogonal projections, and complex revolutions. If the value is large, no
complex geometry is transferred. ExportSimpleGeometry must be set to 1.

Value - Type a number (in mm) with minimum value 10. The default value is 25.

Piping
MergeSP3DRuns - Controls how branches are exported to PDMS.

0 - Create one branch in PDMS per Smart 3D pipe run.

1 - Merge Smart 3D pipe runs, and export as per PDMS's definition. This is the default
value.

PipelineSpec - Controls what value is output in the DATAL file for the PSPE attribute on the
pipeline.

MAX_OCCURRENCES - Output the specification used by the maximum number of runs

under the pipeline. This is the default value.

FIRST_OCCURRENCE - Output the specification used by the first run under the pipeline.

MAPPING - Output the specification using the mapping file (either ProgID or Label).

GenerateSeparateFileForPipingConnections - Controls if a separate file is written for piping

connections in the model. After all piping data is imported into PDMS, these connection files can
be collected and then run to create connections. This reduces the effort spent in the filter
creation stage so that lesser dependencies are created.

0 - Write connections in the same file as the output file.

1 - Write connections in a separate file as the output file. Names of the new files are
appended with "_PipingConnections." This is the default value.

Structure
TransferInsulationAsGTypes - Determines whether insulation on members is exported
through mapping or by breaking into GTypes and creating appropriate primitives in PDMS.

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0 - Transfer insulation on members as mapped objects.

1 - Transfer insulation on members as GTypes. This is the default value.

SurfaceQualityForBSplineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex

surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface.

COARSE - Best performance with poor surface quality.

MEDIUM COARSE - Better performance with moderate surface quality. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM FINE - Moderate performance with improved surface quality.

FINE - Poor performance with best surface quality.

ToleranceForPlanesHavingCurvedBoundaries - Controls how the software handles curved

boundaries during import. PDMS does not support planes with curved boundaries. During
export, these curved boundaries are approximated to mall lines. By specifying the angle of arc,
you can approximate an arc to a line. The lesser the angle specified, the smoother the plane
boundary obtained in PDMS.

Value - Type a number (angle in degrees) in range 5-30. The default value is 5.

IgnoreIndependentPlane - Controls how independent planes are handled during export.

Independent planes are usually caps on projections, extra planes in equipment foundation, and
so on. These planes do not affect the graphical output, but they do appear as additional objects
in the PDMS workspace.

0 - Process independent planes. This is the default value.

1 - Ignore processing of independent planes.

SurfaceQualityForCurvedPlate - Surface quality for CurvedPlates.

COARSE - Best performance with poor surface quality.

MEDIUM_COARSE - Better performance with moderate surface quality. This is the default
value

MEDIUM_FINE - Better performance with improved surface quality.

FINE - Poor performance with best surface quality.

ExportTwistedStiffeners - Export the twisted stiffener parts in the Smart 3D models as

primitives. This option is valid only in Marine mode.

0 - Do not export twisted stiffener parts.

1 - Export twisted stiffener parts as GTypes. This is the default value.

ToleranceForMemberCutGeometry - Provides a balance between performance and the quality

of the imported model. When cut geometry is encountered during export, the software breaks
the surfaces into small planes, which are used to create a negative solid polyhedron. The more
planes that are created, the smoother the surface, which can adversely impact the amount of
time required to import the model into PDMS. You can adjust the value as necessary to
compromise between performance and smoothness.

Value - Type a number in range 5 to 70. The default value is 5.

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SurfaceQualityForBSPlineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex
surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface.

COARSE - Poor surface quality with best performance.

MEDIUM_COARSE - Moderate surface quality with better performance. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM_FINE - Better surface quality with moderate performance.

FINE - Best surface quality with poor performance.

SurfaceQualityForCurvedPlate - Controls the fineness and surface quality for curved plates
and twisted stiffeners. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the
complex surface. This option is valid only in Marine mode.

COARSE - Poor surface quality with best performance.

MEDIUM_COARSE - Moderate surface quality with better performance. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM_FINE - Better surface quality with moderate performance.

FINE - Best surface quality with poor performance.

GenerateSeparateFileForStructuralConnections - Controls if a separate file is written for

connections for structural members and joints in the model. After all structural data is imported
into PDMS, these connection files can be collected and then run to create connections. This
reduces the effort spent in the filter creation stage so that lesser dependencies are created.

0 - Write connections in the same file as the output file.

1 - Write connections in a separate file from the output file. Names of the new files are
appended with "_StructuralConnections." This is the default value.

ExportSimpleGeometry - Controls if the geometry of the structure, such as stairs, ladders,

handrails, equipment foundations and footings, is simplified and transferred into PDMS.

0 - Transfer equipment shapes as shown. This is the default value.

1 - Simplify equipment shapes before transfer. The holes on complex surfaces are removed
and the outer boundaries are truncated to straight lines or a singular circular arc. Holes are
removed from cones, cylinders, torus, spheres, and plane objects in Smart 3D equipment.

MaximumEdgeLengthForComplexSurfacesRangeBox - Defines the maximum edge length

for the range box of the complex geometry that cannot be simplified for export to PDMS. This
option is useful for transferring complex geometries, such as b-spline surfaces, ruled surfaces,
non-linear and non-orthogonal projections, and complex revolutions. If the value is large, no
complex geometry is transferred. ExportSimpleGeometry must be set to 1.

Value - Type a number (in mm) with minimum value 10. The default value is 25.

ExportCutBackGeometryUnderMembers - Specifies whether cutback geometry under

members is exported to the DATAL file.

0 - Suppress exporting cutback geometry to the DATAL file.

1 - Export cutback geometry to the DATAL file. The software only exports the cutback
geometry if the member part is to be cut by the operator. Otherwise, the software skips the
operator cutback geometry during export. This is the default value.

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Supports
UseMappingToCreateSupports - Determines whether supports need to be exported through
mapping or through breaking up into GTypes and creating appropriate primitives in PDMS.

0 - Transfer supports through GTypes. This is the default value.

1 - Transfer supports through mapping.

SurfaceQualityForBSplineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex

surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface.

COARSE - Best performance with poor surface quality.

MEDIUM COARSE - Better performance with moderate surface quality. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM FINE - Moderate performance with improved surface quality.

FINE - Poor performance with best surface quality.

ToleranceForPlanesHavingCurvedBoundaries - Controls how the software handles curved

boundaries during import. PDMS does not support planes with curved boundaries. During
export, these curved boundaries are approximated to mall lines. By specifying the angle of arc,
you can approximate an arc to a line. The lesser the angle specified, the smoother the plane
boundary obtained in PDMS.

Value - Type a number (angle in degrees) in range 5-30. The default value is 30.

GenerateSeparateFileForSupportsConnections - Determines whether support connections

need to be exported through mapping or by breaking them into GTypes and creating appropriate
primitives in PDMS.

0 - Transfer supports connections in the same data file in which Supports are transferred.

1 - Transfer supports connections in a separate file. This is the default value.

ExportSimpleGeometry - Controls if the geometry of a support is simplified and transferred into

PDMS.

0 - Transfer supports as shown. This is the default value.

1 - Simplify supports before transfer. The holes on complex surfaces are removed and the
outer boundaries are truncated to straight lines or a singular circular arc.

MaximumEdgeLengthForComplexSurfacesRangeBox - Defines the maximum edge length

for the range box of the complex geometry that cannot be simplified for export to PDMS. This
option is useful for transferring complex geometries, such as b-spline surfaces, ruled surfaces,
non-linear and non-orthogonal projections, and complex revolutions. If the value is large, no
complex geometry is transferred. ExportSimpleGeometry must be set to 1.

Value - Type a number (in mm) with minimum value 10. The default value is 25.

HVAC
MergeSP3DDuctRuns - Controls how branches are exported to PDMS.

0 - Create one branch in PDMS per Smart 3D duct run.

1 - Merge Smart 3D duct runs, and export as per PDMS's definition. This is the default
value.

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HVACSpec- Controls what value is output in the data file for the PSPE attribute on the HVAC.

MAX_OCCURRENCES - Output the specification used by the maximum number of runs

under the DuctingSystem/GenericSystem. This is the default value.

FIRST_OCCURRENCE - Output the specification used by the first run under the
DuctingSystem/GenericSystem.

MAPPING - Output the specification using the mapping file (either ProgID or Label).

GenerateSeparateFileForHVACConnections - Controls whether to write connection

information in the same data file where model data is written or in a separate file.

0 - Write HVAC connection information in the same data file where model data is written.

1 - Write HVAC connection information in a separate data file. This is the default value.

Electrical
TransferAsGTypes - Determines whether electrical cable trays and conduit runs are transferred
using mapping or as GTypes.

0 - Transfer using mapping.

1 - Transfer as GTypes. EQUIPMENT is created for the run, and the parts are dumped as
SUBEQUIPMENT. This is the default value.

DumpRangeBox - Determines which object information is dumped.

0 - Dump the true geometry of the object.

1 - Dump the range box data of the object. This is the default value.

GenerateSeparateFileForElectricalConnections - Controls if a separate file is written for

electrical connections in the model. After all electrical data is imported into PDMS, these
connection files can be collected and then run to create connections. This reduces the effort
spent in the filter creation stage so that fewer dependencies are created.

0 - Write connections in the same file as the output file.

1 - Write connections in a separate file as the output file. Names of the new files are
appended with "_ElectricalConnections." This is the default value.

ElectricalSpec- Controls what value is output in the data file for the PSPE attribute on Electrical
runs.

MAX_OCCURRENCES - Output the specification used by the maximum number of runs

under the DuctingSystem. This is the default value.

FIRST_OCCURRENCE - Output the specification used by the first run under the
DuctingSystem.

MAPPING - Output the specification using the mapping file (either ProgID or Label).

IgnoreIndependentPlane - Controls how independent planes are handles during export.

Independent planes are usually caps on projections, extra planes in equipment foundation, and
so on. These planes do not affect the graphical output, but they do appear as additional objects
in the PDMS workspace.

0 - Process independent planes. This is the default value.

1 - Ignore processing of independent planes.

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SurfaceQualityForBSplineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex
surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface.

COARSE - Best performance with poor surface quality.

MEDIUM COARSE - Better performance with moderate surface quality. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM FINE - Moderate performance with improved surface quality.

FINE - Poor performance with best surface quality.

ToleranceForPlanesHavingCurvedBoundaries - Controls how the software handles curved

boundaries during import. PDMS does not support planes with curved boundaries. During
export, these curved boundaries are approximated to small lines. By specifying the angle of arc,
you can approximate an arc to a line. The lesser the angle specified, the smoother the plane
boundary obtained in PDMS.

Value - Type a number (angle in degrees) in range 5-30. The default value is 5.

SurfaceQualityForBSPlineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex

surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface. This option is valid only in Marine mode.

COARSE - Poor surface quality with best performance.

MEDIUM_COARSE - Moderate surface quality with better performance. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM_FINE - Better surface quality with moderate performance.

FINE - Best surface quality with poor performance.

ExportSimpleGeometry - Controls if the geometry of a support is simplified and transferred into

PDMS.

0 - Transfer supports as shown. This is the default value.

1 - Simplify supports before transfer. The holes on complex surfaces are removed and the
outer boundaries are truncated to straight lines or a singular circular arc.

MaximumEdgeLengthForComplexSurfacesRangeBox - Defines the maximum edge length

for the range box of the complex geometry that cannot be simplified for export to PDMS. This
option is useful for transferring complex geometries, such as b-spline surfaces, ruled surfaces,
non-linear and non-orthogonal projections, and complex revolutions. If the value is large, no
complex geometry is transferred. ExportSimpleGeometry must be set to 1.

Value - Type a number (in mm) with minimum value 10. The default value is 25.

PDMS export initialization file options

The PDMSExportTranslator.ini file is divided into several sections: Globals, Equipment, Piping,
Structure, Hangers and Supports, Electrical, and HVAC. Each section contains a specific set of
default options that are used during export.

Globals
DeveloperLogging - Creates the end-user or detailed developer log file.

0 - Create end-user logging. This is the default value.

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1 - Create developer logging.

Precision - Provides the precision for rounding position coordinates.

Value - Type the number of digits to round the position coordinates, ideally in range 0 to 6.
The default value is 3.

CreatePDMSLogFile - Generates an error log during import into PDMS.

0 - Suppress generation of an error log file.

1 - Generate an error log file. The log file is saved to the PDMS Error Log file path, which is
created in the %PDMSUSER% file path on the PDMS computer. This is the default value.

ExportOption - Determines which objects are written to a DATAL file.

ALL - Write all objects in the selected filter to the DATAL file. This is the default value.

MODIFIED - Write only the modified objects in the selected filter to the DATAL file.

CreateHierarchy - Controls the hierarchy information written to a DATAL file.

0 - Create a single site, defined as Smart 3D ProjectConfigRoot. This is the default value.

1 - Export the Smart 3D Hierarchy to Smart 3D ProjectConfigRoot, and export the ZONE in
PDMS as a child to Smart 3D ProjectConfigRoot.

CreateMultipleSites - Controls the creation of multiple sites in PDMS.

0 - Create a single site, defined as Smart 3D ProjectConfigRoot.

1 - Create multiple sites, with SITE in PDMS defined as the parent and its object defined as
ZONE from Smart 3D.
When CreateHierarchy is set to 1, CreateMultipleSites is ignored.

DumpUnitstoDatal - Writes the units to the DATAL file.

0 - Units are not dumped to the DATAL file. This is the default value.

1 - All values are written to the DATAL file per the units specified in the mapping file.

Equipment
UseMappingToCreateShapes - Determines whether shapes are exported through mapping or
by breaking them into GTypes and creating the appropriate primitives in PDMS.

0 - Break shapes into GTypes and create appropriate primitives in PDMS. If any errors
occur, the software uses the mapping file as an alternative for creating corresponding
primitives.

1 - Export shapes using the mapping file. If any mapping is missing for any shape, the
software breaks the shape into GTypes and creates the appropriate primitives in PDMS.
This is the default value.

UseMappingToCreateCatalogEquipment - Determines whether catalog equipment is exported

through mapping or by breaking them into GTypes and creating the appropriate primitives in
PDMS.

0 - Break catalog equipment into GTypes and create appropriate primitives in PDMS. If any
errors occur, the software uses the mapping file as an alternative for creating corresponding
equipment. This is the default value.

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1 - Export catalog equipment using the mapping file. If any mapping is missing for any
catalog equipment, the software breaks the catalog equipment into GTypes and creates the
appropriate primitives in PDMS.

DumpNozzleUnderSubEquipment - Determines whether a sub-equipment node is created in

the PDMS hierarchy for placement of equipment nozzles.

0 - Suppress the creation of a sub-equipment node. All nozzles are placed under the
equipment node. This is the default value

1 - Create a sub-equipment node, and place all nozzles under it.

DumpShapeUnderSubEquipment - Determines whether a sub-equipment node is created in

the PDMS hierarchy for placement of shapes equipment.

0 - Suppress the creation of a sub-equipment node. All shapes are placed under the
equipment node. This is the default value.

1 - Create a sub-equipment node, and place all shapes under it.

IgnoreIndependentPlane - Controls how independent planes are handles during export.

Independent planes are usually caps on projections, extra planes in equipment foundation, and
so on. These planes do not affect the graphical output, but they do appear as additional objects
in the PDMS workspace.

0 - Process independent planes. This is the default value.

1 - Ignore processing of independent planes.

SurfaceQualityForBSplineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex

surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface.

COARSE - Best performance with poor surface quality.

MEDIUM COARSE - Better performance with moderate surface quality. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM FINE - Moderate performance with improved surface quality.

FINE - Poor performance with best surface quality.

ToleranceForPlanesHavingCurvedBoundaries - Controls how the software handles curved

boundaries during import. PDMS does not support planes with curved boundaries. During
export, these curved boundaries are approximated to small lines. By specifying the angle of arc,
you can approximate an arc to a line. The lesser the angle specified, the smoother the plane
boundary obtained in PDMS.

Value - Type a number (angle in degrees) in range 5-30. The default value is 5.

SurfaceQualityForBSPlineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex

surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface. This option is valid only in Marine mode.

COARSE - Poor surface quality with best performance.

MEDIUM_COARSE - Moderate surface quality with better performance. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM_FINE - Better surface quality with moderate performance.

FINE - Best surface quality with poor performance.

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SurfaceQualityForDesignSolid - Controls the fineness and surface quality for design solids.
Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex surface.

COARSE - Poor surface quality with best performance.

MEDIUM_COARSE - Moderate surface quality with better performance. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM_FINE - Better surface quality with moderate performance.

FINE - Best surface quality with poor performance.

ExportSimpleGeometry - Controls if the geometry of the equipment is simplified and

transferred into PDMS.

0 - Transfer equipment shapes as shown. This is the default value.

1 - Simplify equipment shapes before transfer. The holes on complex surfaces are removed
and the outer boundaries are truncated to straight lines or a singular circular arc. Holes are
removed from cones, cylinders, torus, spheres, and plane objects in Smart 3D equipment.

MaximumEdgeLengthForComplexSurfacesRangeBox - Defines the maximum edge length

for the range box of the complex geometry that cannot be simplified for export to PDMS. This
option is useful for transferring complex geometries, such as b-spline surfaces, ruled surfaces,
non-linear and non-orthogonal projections, and complex revolutions. If the value is large, no
complex geometry is transferred. ExportSimpleGeometry must be set to 1.

Value - Type a number (in mm) with minimum value 10. The default value is 25.

Piping
MergeSP3DRuns - Controls how branches are exported to PDMS.

0 - Create one branch in PDMS per Smart 3D pipe run.

1 - Merge Smart 3D pipe runs, and export as per PDMS's definition. This is the default
value.

PipelineSpec - Controls what value is output in the DATAL file for the PSPE attribute on the
pipeline.

MAX_OCCURRENCES - Output the specification used by the maximum number of runs

under the pipeline. This is the default value.

FIRST_OCCURRENCE - Output the specification used by the first run under the pipeline.

MAPPING - Output the specification using the mapping file (either ProgID or Label).

GenerateSeparateFileForPipingConnections - Controls if a separate file is written for piping

connections in the model. After all piping data is imported into PDMS, these connection files can
be collected and then run to create connections. This reduces the effort spent in the filter
creation stage so that lesser dependencies are created.

0 - Write connections in the same file as the output file.

1 - Write connections in a separate file as the output file. Names of the new files are
appended with "_PipingConnections." This is the default value.

Structure
TransferInsulationAsGTypes - Determines whether insulation on members is exported
through mapping or by breaking into GTypes and creating appropriate primitives in PDMS.

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0 - Transfer insulation on members as mapped objects.

1 - Transfer insulation on members as GTypes. This is the default value.

SurfaceQualityForBSplineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex

surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface.

COARSE - Best performance with poor surface quality.

MEDIUM COARSE - Better performance with moderate surface quality. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM FINE - Moderate performance with improved surface quality.

FINE - Poor performance with best surface quality.

ToleranceForPlanesHavingCurvedBoundaries - Controls how the software handles curved

boundaries during import. PDMS does not support planes with curved boundaries. During
export, these curved boundaries are approximated to mall lines. By specifying the angle of arc,
you can approximate an arc to a line. The lesser the angle specified, the smoother the plane
boundary obtained in PDMS.

Value - Type a number (angle in degrees) in range 5-30. The default value is 5.

IgnoreIndependentPlane - Controls how independent planes are handled during export.

Independent planes are usually caps on projections, extra planes in equipment foundation, and
so on. These planes do not affect the graphical output, but they do appear as additional objects
in the PDMS workspace.

0 - Process independent planes. This is the default value.

1 - Ignore processing of independent planes.

SurfaceQualityForCurvedPlate - Surface quality for CurvedPlates.

COARSE - Best performance with poor surface quality.

MEDIUM_COARSE - Better performance with moderate surface quality. This is the default
value

MEDIUM_FINE - Better performance with improved surface quality.

FINE - Poor performance with best surface quality.

ExportTwistedStiffeners - Export the twisted stiffener parts in the Smart 3D models as

primitives. This option is valid only in Marine mode.

0 - Do not export twisted stiffener parts.

1 - Export twisted stiffener parts as GTypes. This is the default value.

ToleranceForMemberCutGeometry - Provides a balance between performance and the quality

of the imported model. When cut geometry is encountered during export, the software breaks
the surfaces into small planes, which are used to create a negative solid polyhedron. The more
planes that are created, the smoother the surface, which can adversely impact the amount of
time required to import the model into PDMS. You can adjust the value as necessary to
compromise between performance and smoothness.

Value - Type a number in range 5 to 70. The default value is 5.

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SurfaceQualityForBSPlineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex
surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface.

COARSE - Poor surface quality with best performance.

MEDIUM_COARSE - Moderate surface quality with better performance. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM_FINE - Better surface quality with moderate performance.

FINE - Best surface quality with poor performance.

SurfaceQualityForCurvedPlate - Controls the fineness and surface quality for curved plates
and twisted stiffeners. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the
complex surface. This option is valid only in Marine mode.

COARSE - Poor surface quality with best performance.

MEDIUM_COARSE - Moderate surface quality with better performance. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM_FINE - Better surface quality with moderate performance.

FINE - Best surface quality with poor performance.

GenerateSeparateFileForStructuralConnections - Controls if a separate file is written for

connections for structural members and joints in the model. After all structural data is imported
into PDMS, these connection files can be collected and then run to create connections. This
reduces the effort spent in the filter creation stage so that lesser dependencies are created.

0 - Write connections in the same file as the output file.

1 - Write connections in a separate file from the output file. Names of the new files are
appended with "_StructuralConnections." This is the default value.

ExportSimpleGeometry - Controls if the geometry of the structure, such as stairs, ladders,

handrails, equipment foundations and footings, is simplified and transferred into PDMS.

0 - Transfer equipment shapes as shown. This is the default value.

1 - Simplify equipment shapes before transfer. The holes on complex surfaces are removed
and the outer boundaries are truncated to straight lines or a singular circular arc. Holes are
removed from cones, cylinders, torus, spheres, and plane objects in Smart 3D equipment.

MaximumEdgeLengthForComplexSurfacesRangeBox - Defines the maximum edge length

for the range box of the complex geometry that cannot be simplified for export to PDMS. This
option is useful for transferring complex geometries, such as b-spline surfaces, ruled surfaces,
non-linear and non-orthogonal projections, and complex revolutions. If the value is large, no
complex geometry is transferred. ExportSimpleGeometry must be set to 1.

Value - Type a number (in mm) with minimum value 10. The default value is 25.

ExportCutBackGeometryUnderMembers - Specifies whether cutback geometry under

members is exported to the DATAL file.

0 - Suppress exporting cutback geometry to the DATAL file.

1 - Export cutback geometry to the DATAL file. The software only exports the cutback
geometry if the member part is to be cut by the operator. Otherwise, the software skips the
operator cutback geometry during export. This is the default value.

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Supports
UseMappingToCreateSupports - Determines whether supports need to be exported through
mapping or through breaking up into GTypes and creating appropriate primitives in PDMS.

0 - Transfer supports through GTypes. This is the default value.

1 - Transfer supports through mapping.

SurfaceQualityForBSplineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex

surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface.

COARSE - Best performance with poor surface quality.

MEDIUM COARSE - Better performance with moderate surface quality. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM FINE - Moderate performance with improved surface quality.

FINE - Poor performance with best surface quality.

ToleranceForPlanesHavingCurvedBoundaries - Controls how the software handles curved

boundaries during import. PDMS does not support planes with curved boundaries. During
export, these curved boundaries are approximated to mall lines. By specifying the angle of arc,
you can approximate an arc to a line. The lesser the angle specified, the smoother the plane
boundary obtained in PDMS.

Value - Type a number (angle in degrees) in range 5-30. The default value is 30.

GenerateSeparateFileForSupportsConnections - Determines whether support connections

need to be exported through mapping or by breaking them into GTypes and creating appropriate
primitives in PDMS.

0 - Transfer supports connections in the same data file in which Supports are transferred.

1 - Transfer supports connections in a separate file. This is the default value.

ExportSimpleGeometry - Controls if the geometry of a support is simplified and transferred into

PDMS.

0 - Transfer supports as shown. This is the default value.

1 - Simplify supports before transfer. The holes on complex surfaces are removed and the
outer boundaries are truncated to straight lines or a singular circular arc.

MaximumEdgeLengthForComplexSurfacesRangeBox - Defines the maximum edge length

for the range box of the complex geometry that cannot be simplified for export to PDMS. This
option is useful for transferring complex geometries, such as b-spline surfaces, ruled surfaces,
non-linear and non-orthogonal projections, and complex revolutions. If the value is large, no
complex geometry is transferred. ExportSimpleGeometry must be set to 1.

Value - Type a number (in mm) with minimum value 10. The default value is 25.

HVAC
MergeSP3DDuctRuns - Controls how branches are exported to PDMS.

0 - Create one branch in PDMS per Smart 3D duct run.

1 - Merge Smart 3D duct runs, and export as per PDMS's definition. This is the default
value.

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HVACSpec- Controls what value is output in the data file for the PSPE attribute on the HVAC.

MAX_OCCURRENCES - Output the specification used by the maximum number of runs

under the DuctingSystem/GenericSystem. This is the default value.

FIRST_OCCURRENCE - Output the specification used by the first run under the
DuctingSystem/GenericSystem.

MAPPING - Output the specification using the mapping file (either ProgID or Label).

GenerateSeparateFileForHVACConnections - Controls whether to write connection

information in the same data file where model data is written or in a separate file.

0 - Write HVAC connection information in the same data file where model data is written.

1 - Write HVAC connection information in a separate data file. This is the default value.

Electrical
TransferAsGTypes - Determines whether electrical cable trays and conduit runs are transferred
using mapping or as GTypes.

0 - Transfer using mapping.

1 - Transfer as GTypes. EQUIPMENT is created for the run, and the parts are dumped as
SUBEQUIPMENT. This is the default value.

DumpRangeBox - Determines which object information is dumped.

0 - Dump the true geometry of the object.

1 - Dump the range box data of the object. This is the default value.

GenerateSeparateFileForElectricalConnections - Controls if a separate file is written for

electrical connections in the model. After all electrical data is imported into PDMS, these
connection files can be collected and then run to create connections. This reduces the effort
spent in the filter creation stage so that fewer dependencies are created.

0 - Write connections in the same file as the output file.

1 - Write connections in a separate file as the output file. Names of the new files are
appended with "_ElectricalConnections." This is the default value.

ElectricalSpec- Controls what value is output in the data file for the PSPE attribute on Electrical
runs.

MAX_OCCURRENCES - Output the specification used by the maximum number of runs

under the DuctingSystem. This is the default value.

FIRST_OCCURRENCE - Output the specification used by the first run under the
DuctingSystem.

MAPPING - Output the specification using the mapping file (either ProgID or Label).

IgnoreIndependentPlane - Controls how independent planes are handles during export.

Independent planes are usually caps on projections, extra planes in equipment foundation, and
so on. These planes do not affect the graphical output, but they do appear as additional objects
in the PDMS workspace.

0 - Process independent planes. This is the default value.

1 - Ignore processing of independent planes.

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SurfaceQualityForBSplineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex
surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface.

COARSE - Best performance with poor surface quality.

MEDIUM COARSE - Better performance with moderate surface quality. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM FINE - Moderate performance with improved surface quality.

FINE - Poor performance with best surface quality.

ToleranceForPlanesHavingCurvedBoundaries - Controls how the software handles curved

boundaries during import. PDMS does not support planes with curved boundaries. During
export, these curved boundaries are approximated to small lines. By specifying the angle of arc,
you can approximate an arc to a line. The lesser the angle specified, the smoother the plane
boundary obtained in PDMS.

Value - Type a number (angle in degrees) in range 5-30. The default value is 5.

SurfaceQualityForBSPlineSurface - Controls the fineness and surface quality for complex

surfaces. Finer surface quality affects performance during export and import of the complex
surface. This option is valid only in Marine mode.

COARSE - Poor surface quality with best performance.

MEDIUM_COARSE - Moderate surface quality with better performance. This is the default
value.

MEDIUM_FINE - Better surface quality with moderate performance.

FINE - Best surface quality with poor performance.

ExportSimpleGeometry - Controls if the geometry of a support is simplified and transferred into

PDMS.

0 - Transfer supports as shown. This is the default value.

1 - Simplify supports before transfer. The holes on complex surfaces are removed and the
outer boundaries are truncated to straight lines or a singular circular arc.

MaximumEdgeLengthForComplexSurfacesRangeBox - Defines the maximum edge length

for the range box of the complex geometry that cannot be simplified for export to PDMS. This
option is useful for transferring complex geometries, such as b-spline surfaces, ruled surfaces,
non-linear and non-orthogonal projections, and complex revolutions. If the value is large, no
complex geometry is transferred. ExportSimpleGeometry must be set to 1.

Value - Type a number (in mm) with minimum value 10. The default value is 25.

PDMS Export Validation

The File > Export > PDMS Datal Export > PDMS Export Validation command validates the
mapping data that you have defined in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook. This
command uses a set of user-specified criteria to locate missing mapping details, and then
updates the mapping file as follows:

Creates a worksheet named Smart 3D Objects-Missing Mapping in the

S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook. This sheet lists the missing mapping information.

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Updates individual worksheets with missing mapping information. For easy identification, the
software highlights any updated cell in red.

The results of the validation process are also written to a log file.

PDMS Export Validation Dialog Box (on page 42)

Validate mapping details

Close the mapping file before running the PDMS Export Validation command. To
avoid errors, the mapping file must remain closed during the validation process.
1. Click File > Export > PDMS Datal Export > PDMS Export Validation.
2. Click Browse
, and select the filter. By default, the software displays the active filter for
the current session file.
3. Select Validate from mapping file.
4. In the Validation criteria list, select the object types for which mapping is to be validated.
You must select at least one criterion from the list.
5. In the Log file details box, type the name and folder location of the log file.
6. Click Validate.

By default, the validation tool updates the mapping file located in [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\S3DPDMSExport. To specify a
mapping file in a different location, select Specify alternative location and then type the full
path location and file name in the Datal/Mapping file to validate box.

If the mapping file is read-only, the software creates a copy of the mapping file with the
name <Mapping file name>_COPY.xls, and saves it in the same location as the original
mapping file. The software updates the copy of the mapping file with the missing mapping
details.

PDMS Export Validation Dialog Box

Filter
Displays the active filter of the session file. Click Browse
different filter.

to navigate to and select a

Target (PDMS) object selection criteria

Specify the selection criteria. The current release of the software supports only the Validate
from mapping file option.
Specify alternative location
Allows you to specify a mapping file other than the one in the default location. By default, the
software updates the mapping file located in [Product
Folder]SharedContent\Data\Translators\S3DPDMSExport. To specify a different location,
select this option and then type the full path location and file name in the Datal/Mapping file
path box. Alternatively, click the browse button

, and then navigate to the location.

Datal/Mapping file path

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Type the full path location and name of the mapping file to validate. This option is available
only if you select Specify alternative location. Updating DATAL files is not supported in the
current release of the software.
Validation criteria
Select the Smart 3D objects whose mapping you want to validate. Objects are listed by
discipline. For each criterion that you select, the software validates the corresponding
worksheet in the mapping file. You must select at least one object in the Validation criteria
list.
Validation Criteria

Details

Equipment Models
For more information about any of the equipment mapping sheets referenced in the
following rows, see Equipment Translation Maps (on page 76).

Nozzles

Reports missing mapping for pipe nozzle CATRef attributes in the

CPStraightNozzleCAtRefMap and CPElbowNozzleCAtRefMap
sheets.
Reports missing mapping for HVAC nozzle CATRef attributes in the
CPHvacNozzleCatRefMap sheet.

Catalog equipment

Reports missing mapping for PartNumber and TempPartNumber

attributes in the PartNumberValueMap and the
DesParamAdditonalAttrMap sheets, respectively.

Shapes

Reports missing mapping for ShapePartClass in the

CPShapeValueMap sheet.

Piping Models
For more information about any of the piping mapping sheets referenced in the
following rows, see Piping Translation Maps (on page 91).
Reports missing mapping for the following:

Smart 3D part identifiers for pipe parts in the

SP3DPartIdentifierMap sheet.

Smart 3D catalog components in the

CatalogComponentSPREFMap sheet.

Smart 3D catalog components in the NPDSpecificSPREFMap

sheet.

Smart 3D catalog specialty items in the

CatalogSpecialtySPREFMap sheet.

Smart 3D catalog instrument items in the

CatalogInstrumentSPREFMap sheet.

Smart 3D on-the-fly specialty items in the

OnFlySpecialitySPREFMap sheet.

Components

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Smart 3D on-the-fly instrument items in the

OnFlyInstrumentSPREFMap sheet.

Specification

Reports missing mapping for pipe run specification in the

PipeRunSpecMap sheet.

End Connection

Reports missing mapping for the end connection of pipe parts in the
PipingEndConnectionMap sheet.

Stock parts

Reports missing mapping for stock parts SpecRef attributes in the

CatalogComponentSPREFMap sheet.

Connections

Reports missing mapping for gaskets SpecRef attributes in the

CatalogComponentSPREFMap sheet and in the
NPDSpecificSPREFMap sheet.

Supports

Reports missing mapping for pipe supports in the

CatalogComponentSPREFMap sheet and in the
NPDSpecificSPREFMap sheet.

Structure Models
For more information about any of the structure mapping sheets referenced in the
following rows, see Structure Translation Maps (on page 98).

Fire proofing

Reports missing insulation on member parts in the

InsulationAttrMap sheet. The tool also reports the missing
insulation SpecRef attributes in the InsulationSpecAttrMap sheet.

Cross sections

Reports missing mapping for cross-section of member parts in the

StrucClassAdditionalAttributes sheet.

Materials

Reports missing mapping for materials for objects such as <member

parts, handrails, ladders, stairs, slabs footings, equipment
foundations, plate parts, and hole fittings in the
StructureMatSpecMap sheet.

MarineCrosssections

Reports missing mapping for cross section of profile parts in the

MarineCSAdditionalAttributes sheet. Only applicable when using
the software in Marine mode.

HVAC Models
For more information about any of the HVAC mapping sheets referenced in the
following rows, see HVAC Translation Maps (on page 87).

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Reports missing mapping for the following:

Smart 3D part identifiers for HVAC parts in the

HVACPartIdentifierMap sheet.

Smart 3D catalog components in the

HVACComponentSPREFMap sheet.

Components

Specification

Reports missing mapping for duct run specifications in the

DuctRunSpecMap sheet.

EndConnection

Reports missing mapping for the end connection of duct parts in the
HVACEndConnectionMap sheet.

DuctParts

Reports missing mapping for duct parts SpecRef attributes in the

HVACComponentSPREFMap sheet.

Connections

Reports missing mapping for gaskets SpecRef attributes in the

HVACComponentSPREFMap sheet.

Supports

Reports missing mapping for duct/design supports in the

HVACComponentsSPREFMap sheet.

Hangers and Supports Models

For more information about any of the piping mapping sheets referenced in the
following rows, see Supports Translation Maps (on page 112).

Supports

Reports missing PartNumber mapping for support components

in the SupportPartNumber sheet.

Reports the missing mapping for a support component's GType

attribute in the SupportGTYPE sheet.

Reports the missing mapping for a support component's

Attributes in the SupportUserAttributes sheet.

Electrical Models
For more information about any of the electrical mapping sheets referenced in the
following rows, see Electrical Translation Maps (on page 73).

Components

Reports missing mapping for conduit and cable tray parts in the
ElectricalPartIdentifierMap and ElectricalComponentSPREFMap
sheets.

Specifications

Reports missing mapping for electrical specifications in the

ElectricalRunSpecMap sheet.

ElectricalStockParts

Reports missing mapping for conduit and cable tray stock parts in
the ElectricalPartIdentifierMap and
ElectricalComponentSPREFMap sheets.

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EndPreparation

Reports missing mapping for electrical end preparations in the

ElectricalEndConnectionMap sheet.

Log file details

Specify the full path location and file name of the log file to be created. Alternatively, you can
click Browse

and navigate to the necessary location and file.

Validate
Runs the PDMS Export Validation command based on the criteria that you have specified.
Cancel
Closes the dialog box without performing the validation process.

Export Smart 3D models

The File > Export > PDMS Datal Export > Export Model command exports model data from
Smart 3D for subsequent import into PDMS. The process involves transferring Smart 3D objects
and their attribute values to PDMS's native DATAL file format. For information about the types of
Smart 3D model data that you can export to PDMS, see Exporting Smart 3D Model Data (on
page 14).
Include first level objects when exporting Smart 3D model data to PDMS:
Equipment, Pipeline, Duct Run, Cableway/Cable tray/Conduit run, Member systems/Root plate
system, and Support assembly.
Prior to using the export to PDMS functionality, you must perform the following tasks:
1. Ensure that the Smart 3D and PDMS catalogs are set up properly. For more information,
see Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D Catalogs (on page 23).
2. Edit the options in the delivered initialization file to define the parameters used in the export
process. For more information about the initialization file, see Configure the PDMS export
initialization file (on page 25).
3. Edit the mapping workbooks to reflect the customizations that you have made to the Smart
3D model object attributes. For more information about the mapping worksheets, see
Appendix: Smart 3D Export to PDMS Workbook (on page 71).
4. Ensure that the mapping and INI (PDMSExportTranslator.ini) files are in the same file path
before exporting model data to PDMS.
5. Use the PDMS Export Validation command to validate the mapping details that you have
defined. For more information, see PDMS Export Validation (on page 41).

Export Model to PDMS Datal Dialog Box (on page 51)

What do you want to do?

Generate catalog and reference data in Smart 3D and PDMS formats for export (on page
48)

Export Smart 3D model data to PDMS (on page 50)

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Generate catalog and reference data in Smart 3D and PDMS

formats for export
You can extract piping catalogs and reference data in Smart 3D and PDMS formats, and
associate the mapping between the two formats. You can generate piping catalog and reference
data simultaneously in either of the formats. The flow diagram below illustrates the parallel
generation process for PDMS export.
You must have a SmartPlant Materials 2011 (7.0.5) license to extract piping
specifications from the standard database (SDB).

Load piping specification from SDB into Smart 3D catalog

Piping specification and component data can be exported from the standard database to
Microsoft Excel workbooks, and then bulkloaded into the catalog or they can be exported
directly to the Smart 3D catalog database. For more information on the integration procedure,
see SmartPlant Reference Data Smart 3D Interface Users Guide which is delivered with the
SmartPlant Materials software.

Extract piping specification data from SDB/SPRD in PDMS format

Any piping specification data can be extracted in PDMS format from the standard database.
Extracted specification data can be loaded into the PDMS catalog using PDMS
PARAGON/SPECON modules. For more information on the integration procedure, see
SmartPlant Reference Data PDMS Interface Users Guide, which is delivered with the
SmartPlant Materials software.

Load SDB specification data into PDMS catalog

When the piping specification is extracted from the SDB in PDMS format, piping specification
data generates materials, detailed text, specification, and component CATRef link files. These
files should be loaded into the PDMS catalog in the order specified below using PDMS
PARAGON/SPECON modules. For more information on the integration procedure, see

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SmartPlant Reference Data PDMS Interface Users Guide, which is delivered with the
SmartPlant Materials software.
PDMS format files to load

Loading order

Materials file

Detailed text file

Specification file

Component CATRef link file

PDMS does not allow the materials and detailed text to be loaded if the line count in the
above generated files is more than 5000.

Before loading the specification files ensure that the materials and detailed text files exist in
PDMS catalog.

PDMS administrators need to make arrangements to load the component/dimensional data

into PDMS catalog.

You cannot use loaded specification files from PDMS unless all of the
component/dimensional data along with the point sets and geometry sets are generated for
the specification. Also, ensure that the SCOMs are created in PDMS before the Component
CATRef link file is run.

SmartPlant Reference Data integration does not transfer instruments and specialties in SDB
to PDMS. You need to manually transfer and create appropriate mapping between
instruments and specialties.

Extract mapping information between Smart 3D and PDMS piping data

The extracted mapping data between Smart 3D and PDMS piping data can be used in the
S3DPDMSExportmapping.xls workbook. You can also use this workbook to export PDMS
data. To extract a mapping file in .xls format, use the Company Menu > CO.SD SDB-Tools >
COM.PX.02.02 Export PDMS/SP3D-Data standard database tools. Mapping configuration also
generates additional data related to size independent commodity codes used in either tool, so
that the additional data can be used to generate dimensional data for components in PDMS.

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Mapping information can be extracted for each component per specification with
corresponding Idents and size independent Smart 3D commodity codes along with its Idents
that can be used in PDMS.
Remove */ from the PDMS value when appending the mapping information to the
S3DPDMSExportmapping.xls workbook.

Export Smart 3D model data to PDMS

Prior to exporting Smart 3D data to PDMS, verify that all of the required mapping is
completed and that both catalogs are set up appropriately. For more information about mapping
and setting up the catalog, see Appendix: Smart 3D Export to PDMS Workbook (on page 71)
and Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D catalogs (on page 23), respectively.
1. In the Smart 3D Common task, click File > Export > PDMS Datal Export > Export Model.
The Export Model to PDMS Datal dialog box displays.
2. Select the filter to use for selecting the objects to export.
3. Type a description of the model.
4. Type your name in the Author box and your company name in the Organization box.
5. Specify the name and full path location of the output DATAL file.
6. Navigate to the mapping file to use in the export process.

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7. Specify the name and full path location for the log file.
8. Click OK to start the export process.
When processing completes, the dialog box closes.
If you click Apply instead of OK, the dialog box remains open when processing
completes so you can click View Log to open the log file. Otherwise, you must manually
navigate to the log file.
9. Review the log file for errors and warnings.

You must create the filter before you can export the model objects. Otherwise, the export
process might fail.

The mapping file is a Microsoft Excel workbook that is used to map all the objects and their
properties in Smart 3D and PDMS. This workbook is delivered to the [Reference Data
Folder]\SharedContent\Translators\S3DPDMSExport folder during setup.

If you want the software to create a separate datal file for each discipline, you must select
Generate separate file for each discipline.

To export profile parts when working in Marine mode, the plate parts that connect to the
profile parts must be selected in the filter.

Export Model to PDMS Datal Dialog Box

Provides options that control how Smart 3D model objects are written to the PDMS output datal
file.
If you have any questions about using this translator, please contact Intergraph Support. You
can find support information on our web site at http://support.intergraph.com.
Filter
Specifies the filter to use to identify the model objects for export.
Description
Specifies a description of the model. The description you enter is included in the output
DATAL file.
Author
Identifies the person who creates the output DATAL file.
Organization
Specifies the company or organization name to use in the output DATAL file.
Datal file
Defines the file name and folder path of the output DATAL file to write. The DATAL file is a
native file format for PDMS.
Mapping file
Indicates the mapping file to use in the export process. The mapping file is a Microsoft Excel
workbook that is used to map all the objects and their properties in Smart 3D and PDMS.
For more information, see Appendix: Smart 3D Export to PDMS Workbook (on page 71).

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Log file
Specifies a name for the log file. You can view the log file at the end of processing by
clicking View Log.
View Log is available only if you click Apply to begin the export process.
Generate separate file for each discipline
Creates a separate output DATAL file for each discipline. Exporting Smart 3D model data by
discipline reduces DATAL file size and assists in identifying and resolving export issues.
OK
Exports the data as specified and closes the Export Model to PDMS Datal dialog box.
Apply
Exports the data as specified without closing the Export Model to PDMS Datal dialog box.
Cancel
Cancels the operation and closes the Export Model to PDMS Datal dialog box.
View File
Opens the output DATAL file for viewing.
View Log
Displays the export log file. To view the log file, you must click Apply to begin the export
process. If you click OK, the dialog box closes at the end of processing and View Log is
unavailable.

See Also
Export Smart 3D model data to PDMS (on page 50)

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Importing PDMS Design Data

You can import equipment, piping, HVAC, structure, hangers and supports model data from
PDMS to Smart 3D. Use the File > Import > PDMS Datal Import > Import Model command to
import PDMS DATAL files.
The import from PDMS functionality requires that a PDMS to <aProduct> Importer
license key is installed on the license server.
The import of PDMS design data to Smart 3D is a multi-step operation:
1. Ensure that the Smart 3D and PDMS catalogs are set up properly. For more information,
see Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D catalogs (on page 57).
2. Edit the options in the delivered initialization file to define the parameters used in the import
process. For more information about defining these parameters, see Configure the PDMS
import initialization file (on page 58).
3. Edit the mapping workbook to reflect the customizations that you have made to the Smart
3D object properties. For more information about the translation maps delivered with the
software, see Appendix: PDMS Import to Smart 3D Workbook (on page 117).
4. Use the PDMS Import Validation command to validate the mapping details that you have
defined and the updates that you have made to the PDMSPropertySchemaDefinition.xls file.
For more information, see PDMS Import Validation (on page 60).
5. Bulkload the PDMSPropertySchemaDefinition.xls file into Smart 3D. For more information,
see Bulk load the database (on page 61).
6. Import the model data using the File > Import > PDMS Datal Import > Import Model
command in Smart 3D. For more information, see Import Model (on page 63).

Supported Object Types

Not all PDMS model data can be imported to Smart 3D. The tables below list the Smart 3D
object types, by discipline, that are supported for PDMS import.
Equipment Objects:

PDMS Object Type

Smart 3D Object Type

Import Options

Equipment

Catalog/Design equipment

Mapping

Sub-equipment

Catalog/Design equipment
component

Mapping

Primitive

Shape

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Nozzle

Pipe nozzle

Mapping

Piping Objects:

PDMS Object Type

Smart 3D Object Type

Import Options

Pipe

Pipeline system

Mapping

Branch

Pipe run

Mapping

Object in PDMS based on

SPRE

Component/Instrument/
Specialty instrument

Mapping

Gasket

Gasket

Mapping

Attachment

Pipe support (logical)

Mapping

Field Fitted Weld (FFW)

NEW WELD

Mapping

PDMS Object Type

Smart 3D Object Type

Import Options

HVAC

Ducting system

Mapping

Branch

Duct run

Mapping

Object in PDMS based on

SPRE

Duct component

Mapping

PDMS Object Type

Smart 3D Object Type

Import Options

Section

Linear member part

Generic section

Curved member part

HVAC Objects

Structure Objects:

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Negative primitives

Floor

Structure

PJOINT and SJOINT

Panel

Openings on slab

Openings on plate

Openings on member

Slab

Stair

Ladder

Handrail

Equipment foundation

Footing

Assembly connection

Footing

Plates

Mapping

Mapping

Geometric construction

Mapping

Mapping

Hangers and Supports Objects

PDMS Object Type

PCLAMP

HELEMENT

SCLAMP

Smart 3D Object Type

Import Options

Design support
components

Mapping

Hierarchy Objects

PDMS Object Type

Smart 3D Object Type

Import Options

SITE

Generic system

Fixed

ZONE

Smart 3D system

The software creates the

appropriate Smart 3D
system.

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UDET

Generic system

Fixed

Limitations
The following limitations are known to exist when importing Piping, Equipment, HVAC, Hangers
and Supports, and Structure model data to Smart 3D from PDMS:
Global
If you are importing PDMS design data into Smart 3D, then the DATAL/ATT files must start with
SITE hierarchy information. Otherwise, the model does not import.
Equipment Models

If mapping is available, PDMS equipment and subequipment are processed as catalog

equipment and equipment components. If no mapping is available, PDMS equipment and
subequipment are created as designed equipment and designed equipment components
using their template data.

If mapped, PDMS primitives that are present under Equipment or SubEquipment are
imported into Smart 3D as shapes. If no mapping exists, these PDMS primitives are
imported into Smart 3D as uneditable GType shapes.

If more than 50 shapes are present under an equipment or equipment component, all
Simple Physical Aspect shapes are combined into a GType shape. Other aspect shapes are
imported as intelligent S3D shapes. If there are more than 1000 shapes under an equipment
or equipment component, each group of 1000 shapes are combined into a GType. For
example, if there are 2500 shapes under an equipment, 1000 shapes are combined into one
GType, 1000 shapes are combined into a second GType, and the remaining shapes are
combined into a third GType.

Piping Models

Attachments that are present in PDMS are imported into Smart 3D only as logical supports.

Piping data can be imported into Smart 3D only if the DATAL file and .att file exist in the
same folder and have the same name.

HVAC Models

HVAC data can be imported into Smart 3D only if the DATAL file and .att file exist in the
same folder and have the same name.

Structure Models

PDMS primitives present under Structure or SubStructure are imported into Smart 3D as
Geometric Constructions (GCs). These GCs cannot be edited or moved in Smart 3D.

Hanger and Support Models

Hangers and Supports can be imported into Smart 3D only when Piping, Structure, and
Hanger/Support are selected under Disciplines to import in the Import Model from
PDMS Datal to Smart 3D dialog box. For more information, see Import Model from PDMS
Datal to Smart 3D Dialog Box (on page 64).

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Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D catalogs

Prior to importing design data from PDMS, a catalog with corresponding objects, parts, and
specifications must exist in Smart 3D. For a successful import, ensure that the Smart 3D catalog
meets the following criteria outlined.

Equipment Model Data

The Smart 3D catalog must contain the same equipment shapes and nozzles that exist in
the PDMS catalog.

To import catalog equipment using a mapping file, the same PDMS symbol must also be
present in the Smart 3D catalog.

To import nozzles, all nozzle data must exist in the Smart 3D catalog prior to import and
must match the nozzle data in the PDMS catalog.

You must provide mapping information for any new shape. The shape in PDMS must match
the shape in Smart 3D.

Piping Model Data

All of the piping specifications in the PDMS catalog must also exist in the Smart 3D catalog

All of the components used in the PDMS catalog must match those in the Smart 3D catalog.
Component properties and dimensional data must also match between the two catalogs.

All end preparations must be set up in the PDMS catalog.

All of the piping PCOMP or INST, with or without design parameters, in the PDMS catalog
must be mapped to the specialties, instruments, and on-the-fly specialties and instruments
in the Smart 3D catalog. Their dimensional data must match that of the components in the
Smart 3D catalog.

All gaskets and welds with exact thickness must be set up and available in the Smart 3D
catalog.

HVAC Model Data

All of the HVAC specifications in the PDMS catalog must also exist in the Smart 3D catalog.

All of the components used in a HVAC specification must be present in the PDMS catalog
and must match those in the Smart 3D catalog. Component properties and dimensional data
must also match between the two catalogs.

Structure Model Data

To import the material property on a structure object, each material in the PDMS catalog
must be mapped to the appropriate material in the Smart 3D catalog.

To import PDMS members properly, you must provide mapping between PDMS member
cross-sections and Smart 3D cross-sections.

To import PDMS members properly, you must map PDMS cardinal points to Smart 3D
cardinal points.

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Hangers and Support Model Data

To transfer hangers and supports by mapping, Hanger element, SCLAMP, and PCLAMP in
PDMS must be mapped to corresponding Smart 3D support components. The Smart 3D
catalog should be exactly the same as the Smart 3D catalog. Otherwise, mismatches in the
geometry and orientation of the transferred support components can occur.

Configure the PDMS import initialization file

The PDMSImportTranslator.ini file controls the import of PDMS model data to Smart 3D. You
can modify the default values to suit your specific project needs.
1. In Windows Explorer, browse to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DSImport folder.
2. Open PDMSImportTranslator.ini, and modify the options as needed. For more information,
see PDMS Import Initialization File Options (on page 58).
3. Save your changes.
SharedContent is delivered in the Smart 3D Reference Data setup.

PDMS import initialization file options

The PDMSImportTranslator.ini file is divided based on the discipline, such as equipment, piping,
and so on. Each section contains a specific set of default options that are used during import.

Globals
In general, .ini options in the global section are applicable to all disciplines.
DeveloperLogging - Determines the type of log file that is created.

0 - Create end-user logging. This is the default value.

1 - Create developer logging.

PDMSFileVersion - Provides the PDMS version on which the DATAL file is generated. The
mapping file must be modified to match the option specified in the initialization file.

12_AND_ABOVE - Generate files using PDMS version 12.0 and later.

BELOW_12 - Generate files using a PDMS version earlier than 12.0. This is the default
value.

ImportPDMSPanelsAsSlabs - Controls whether PDMS panels are imported as slabs or as

plates into Smart 3D.

NONE - Imports all PDMS panels as plates into Smart 3D. This is the default value.

ALL - Imports all PDMS panels as slabs into Smart 3D.

CONDITIONAL - Imports all PDMS panels as plates, if Panel Thickness is in the Smart 3D
catalog. Else, imports all PDMS panels as slabs.

Equipment
UseMappingToCreateCatalogEquipment - Determines whether catalog equipment are
imported through mapping or by using primitives.

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0 - Create catalog equipment as design equipment using template information. This is the
default value.

1 - Import catalog equipment using the mapping file.

UseMappingToCreateCatalogEquipmentComponent - Determines whether catalog

equipment is imported through mapping or by using template data that contains PDMS
primitives.

0 - Create catalog equipment as design equipment using template information.

1 - Import catalog equipment using the mapping file. This is the default value.

UseMappingToCreateShapes - Determines whether shapes are imported through mapping or

by breaking them into GTypes and creating the appropriate primitives in PDMS.

0 - Break shapes into GTypes, and create the appropriate primitives in PDMS. This is the
default value.

1 - Import shapes using the mapping file. If any mapping is missing for any shape, the
software breaks the shape into GTypes, and creates the appropriate primitives in PDMS.

PartNumberToCreateDesignEquipment - Creates design equipment. The part number of the

design equipment defined in the initialization file must also be present in the Smart 3D catalog. If
the part number is not present in the catalog, then the import of design equipment fails.
PartNumberToCreateDesignEquipmentComponent - Creates design equipment
components. The part number of the design equipment component defined in the initialization
file must also be present in the Smart 3D catalog. If the part number is not present in the
catalog, then the import of the design equipment component fails.
CreateUniqueNamingForEquipmentSubEquipmentAndNozzles - Controls the naming used
when importing equipment, sub-equipment, and nozzles that have no name in the DATAL file.

0 - Import equipment, sub-equipment, and nozzles using the default Smart 3D name rule.

1 - Import equipment, sub-equipment, and nozzles using a unique name. This is the default
value.

Piping
BoreUnits - Determines which units the NPD Equivalence Rule uses when converting bore size
during import.

in - Convert all bores to inches when importing data into Smart 3D. This is the default value.

mm - Convert all bores to millimeters when importing data into Smart 3D.

Structure
UsePDMSMacroToDumpSectionOrientationInfoIntoDatal - Controls whether the import of
the sections orientation information from the DATAL file is with the help of UDA.

0 - Import the sections orientation information from the DATAL file without the help of UDA.
This is the default value.

1 - Import the sections orientation information from the DATAL file with the help of UDA.

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PDMS Import Validation

Use the File > Import > PDMS Datal Import > PDMS Import Validation command to validate
the mapping data that you have defined in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook. The
command uses a specified set of user-defined criteria to locate missing mapping details, and
then updates the individual worksheets in the PDMSS3DMapping.xls workbook with any missing
mapping information. For identification, the software highlights the updated cells in red.
After running the validation tool, you must bulkload the CustomInterfaces sheet in the
PDMSPropertySchemaDefinition.xls workbook into the Smart 3D catalog. This bulkload is
required to add the PMDS interfaces to the Smart 3D catalog, and to update the Smart 3D
property dialog boxes with the PDMS category.
The results of the validation process are written to a log file.

PDMS Properties Extractor Dialog Box (on page 62)

What do you want to do?

Validate mapping details (on page 60)

Bulk load the database (on page 61)

Validate mapping details

Close the mapping file before running the PDMS Import Validation command. To
avoid errors, the mapping file must remain closed during the validation process.
1. Click File > Import > PDMS Datal Import > PDMS Import Validation.
The PDMS Properties Extractor dialog box appears.
2. Type the name and full path location of the DATAL file to validate. Alternatively, click
Browse

, and navigate to the appropriate file.

3. Specify the required mapping and schema definition files.

4. In the PDMS Object Type list, select the object types whose mapping you want to validate.
You must select at least one criterion from the list.
5. Select additional options as needed. For more information, see PDMS Properties Extractor
Dialog Box (on page 62).
6. Click OK.
The software runs the validation tool and verifies the mapping details. During validation, the
software updates the PDMSPropertySchemaDefinition.xls workbook with any missing
objects.

By default, the mapping file and schema definition file are delivered in the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder during Smart
3D installation.

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If the mapping file is read-only, then the software creates a copy of the mapping file with the
name <Mapping file name>_COPY.xls, and saves it in the same location as the original
mapping file. The software also updates the copy of the mapping file with the missing
mapping details.

After running the validation tool, you must bulk load the CustomInterfaces sheet from the
PDMSPropertySchemaDefinition.xls workbook into the Smart 3D catalog. This bulkload is
required to add the PMDS interfaces to the Smart 3D catalog and to update the Smart 3D
property dialog boxes with the PDMS category.

Bulk load the database

Perform this procedure on a computer with the Bulkload utility and Server Connectivity
component installed. Log on with a user name that has database administrator privileges.
For more information about necessary components, see the Intergraph Smart 3D
Installation Guide. You can access the installation guide using the Help > Printable Guides
command.

Close all Excel workbooks before starting the bulkload. Do not open Excel during the
bulkload.

1. Click Start > Programs > Intergraph Smart 3D > Database Tools > Bulkload Reference
Data.
The Bulkload utility appears.
2. In the Excel files box, click Add and navigate to the PDMSPropertySchemaDefinition.xls
workbook.
By default, the workbook is delivered to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder.
3. In the Excel codelist files box, click Add and navigate to the PDMSPropertyCodeLists.xls
workbook.

By default, the workbook is delivered to the [Product

Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder.

You must specify a workbook in this box if you are modifying the delivered codelist. In
all other cases, you are not required to populate this box.

4. Under Bulkload mode, select Append to existing catalog to add the new data to an
existing database.
5. In the Database server name list, select the server on which the catalog database resides.
6. In the Database name list, select the name of the catalog database that you want to update
with the new reference data.
7. Select the Catalog Schema database name in the Schema database name box.
8. In the Log file box, click Browse

to specify the name and location of the log file.

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The default location for the log file is [Product Folder]\CatalogData\BulkLoad\DataFiles,

but you can change this location.

You must have write privileges to the folder in which you are saving the log file.

The log file name must not contain any special characters. However, you can use the
back slash when specifying a UNC path to a log file.

You must use the file extension .log for the log file.

9. Click Load.
The software updates the catalog database with the required data. You can see progress
messages in the status bar of the Bulkload utility.
10. Open the log file to check for any errors or warnings in the bulkloading process. You can
quickly scan the Error Analysis section at the end of the log file to check for errors.
11. Click Close.

You can modify the Excel workbooks, and then bulk load them again to correct errors.

Create a new log file for each bulkload operation, instead of overwriting the existing one.
Check the log file for errors after each bulkload operation.

For more information about using the Bulkload utility, see Loading Reference Data into the
Catalog in the Smart 3D Reference Guide available with the Help > Printable Guides
command.

PDMS Properties Extractor Dialog Box

Datal
Specifies the DATAL file for which the schema definition file and the mapping file needs
validation. Type the name and full path location of the DATAL file. Alternatively, click
Browse

, and navigate to the DATAL file.

Bulk loadable template file for S3D property definitions of PDMS objects
Specifies the PDMS property schema definition file. Type the name and full path location of
the file. Alternatively, click Browse

, and navigate to the appropriate file.

PDMS Import Mapping file

Specifies the mapping file you want to validate. Type the name and full path location of the
mapping file. Alternatively, click Browse

, and navigate to the file.

List PDMS Schema definition properties in mapping sheets for customization

Controls whether PDMS attribute mapping is updated in the PDMSImportMapping.xls
workbook. Select this option to update any missing PDMS attribute mapping in the Class
Map worksheets delivered in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook.
List suitable PDMS specification references used in corresponding mapping sheets
Controls whether PDMS interface information is updated in the
PDMSPropertySchemaDefinition.xls workbook. Select this option to update any missing
PDMS attribute mapping and any missing mapping in the Globals worksheets delivered in

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the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook.
PDMS Object Type
Specifies the object types to validate. After validation, the selected object types are updated
in the schema definition file and the mapping file.
OK
Runs the PDMS Import Validation command based on the criteria that you specify.
Cancel
Closes the dialog box without performing the validation process.

Import model
The File > Import > PDMS Datal Import > Import Model command imports model data from
PDMS to Smart 3D. For information about the types of PDMS model data that you can import to
Smart 3D, see Supported Object Types in Importing PDMS Design Data (on page 53).
Prior to using the import from PDMS functionality, you must perform the following tasks:
1. Ensure that the Smart 3D and PDMS catalogs are set up properly. For more information,
see Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D catalogs (on page 57).
2. Edit the options in the delivered initialization file to define the parameters used in the import
process. For more information about the initialization file, see Configure the PDMS import
initialization file (on page 58).
3. Ensure that the mapping and PDMSImportTranslator.ini files are in the same file path before
importing model data to Smart 3D.
4. Use the PDMS Import Validation command to validate the mapping details that you have
defined. For more information, see PDMS Import Validation (on page 60).

Import Model from PDMS Datal to Smart 3D Dialog Box (on page 64)

Import PDMS data to Smart 3D

Prior to importing a PDMS DATAL file to Smart 3D, verify that the appropriate
mapping has been completed and that both catalogs have been set up appropriately. For more
information about mapping and setting up the catalog, see Appendix: PDMS Import to Smart 3D
Workbook (on page 117) and Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D catalogs (on page 57),
respectively.
1. In the Smart 3D Common task, click File > Import > PDMS Datal Import > Import Model.
The Import Model from PDMS Data Import dialog box appears.
2. Select the parent system.
The parent system determines where the imported PDMS objects are placed.
3. Specify the name and full path location of the PDMS input DATAL file in the Datal file box.
4. Navigate to the mapping file.
5. Specify the name and full path location for the log file.

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6. Select the disciplines to import.
7. Click OK to start the import process.
When processing completes, the dialog box closes.
If you click Apply instead of OK, the dialog box remains open when processing
completes so you can click View Log to open the log file. Otherwise, you must manually
navigate to the log file.
8. Review the log file for errors and warnings.

You must create the filter before importing the model objects. Otherwise, the import process
may fail.

If the parent system already exists or if the DATAL file is re-imported, then no new parent
system is created. All of the imported objects are placed under the existing parent system.

The mapping file is an Excel workbook that is used to map all the objects and their
properties in Smart 3D and PDMS. This workbook is delivered to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder during setup.

Import Model from PDMS Datal to Smart 3D Dialog Box

Provides options that control how the PDMS DATAL file is read by Smart 3D during import.
Select parent System
Specifies the parent system under which imported objects are placed when imported.
Datal file
Specifies the file name and folder path of the input DATAL file to read.
Mapping file
Indicates the mapping file to use in the import process. The mapping file is an Excel
workbook that is used to map all the objects and their properties in Smart 3D and PDMS.
For more information, see Appendix: PDMS Import to Smart 3D Workbook (on page 117).
Log file
Specifies a name for the log file. You can view the log file at the end of processing by
clicking View Log.
View Log is available only if you click Apply to begin the import process.
Disciplines to import
Determines which objects are imported. When you select a discipline, the related objects
from that discipline are imported into Smart 3D.
OK
Imports the data as specified and closes the Import Model from PDMS Datal Import dialog
box.
Apply
Imports the data as specified without closing the Import Model from PDMS Datal Import
dialog box.

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Cancel
Cancels the operation and closes the Import Model from PDMS Datal Import dialog box.
View File
Opens the input DATAL file for viewing. To view the DATAL file, you must click Apply to
begin the import process. If you click OK, the dialog box closes at the end of processing and
View File is unavailable.
View Log
Displays the log file. To view the log file, you must click Apply to begin the import process. If
you click OK, the dialog box closes at the end of processing and View Log is unavailable.

See Also
Import PDMS data to Smart 3D (on page 63)

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Troubleshooting
The following topics list solutions to common problems that you may have when exchanging
design between Smart 3D and PDMS. Tips for improving performance are also provided.

In This Section
Performance Tips .......................................................................... 66
Import/Export Issues ...................................................................... 68
Project Creation Estimates ............................................................ 69

Performance Tips
The performance tips outlined below are only guidelines, which can be modified and
refined with real projects.
Export/Import performance and file size -The table below summarizes the data transfer
performance between Smart 3D and PDMS:

Discipline

Number of first class objects

Equipment

Piping

Structure

334 equipment items (37

designed equipment items and
297 catalog equipment items

1,109 nozzles

350 shapes

2,000 pipe parts/components,

consisting of 90 pipelines and 210
pipe runs

790 members

19 handrails

9 ladders

6 stairs

File
size

Export
Time

Import
Time

7.2 MB

180
seconds

600 seconds

57 7KB

40 seconds 65 seconds

6 MB

240
seconds

360 seconds

Import performance and file size - The table below summarizes the data transfer performance
for a sample PDMS model into Smart 3D:
The import process was performed on a 64-bit computer with 8GB RAM and running
Windows 7 Professional.

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Discipline

Equipment

Piping

HVAC

Number of first class objects

14 equipment items

8 sub-equipment items

52 nozzles

690 primitives

230 panels

36 pipes

71 branches

438 piping components

42 duct components

6 branches

1,528 primitives

200 sections and their

connections

Structure

27 panels

5 floors

File
size

Import Time

1447 KB 3168 seconds

114 KB

544 seconds

60 KB

54 seconds

437 KB

619 seconds

Recommended file size for PDMS import - The table below summarizes the time taken to
import two sample Smart 3D datasets of equipment, piping, and structure model data into
PDMS. The Smart 3D filter size can be chosen accordingly.
Discipline
Equipment

Piping

Structure

File Size

Import Time

7.2 MB

10 minutes

23 MB

40 minutes

577KB

1 minute

3 MB

3 minutes

6 MB

6 minutes

23 MB

33 minutes

Equipment imported using SAT and DGN files in Smart 3D is slow - PDMS does not
support complex curved surfaces. As such, B-spline surfaces stored in the Smart 3D databases
are broken into smaller polyhedrons, which adversely impacts export and import performance.

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Import/Export Issues
Consider the issues listed below when exporting Smart 3D model data to PDMS:

Hierarchy exported from Smart 3D to PDMS - PDMS has a fixed hierarchy for model
objects across the various disciplines, whereas Smart 3D can have a deep hierarchy of
systems in place prior to the creation of model objects. In the PDMS hierarchy, the parent of
equipment, pipeline systems, and structural objects is created as a zone object, and the
parent of a duct run is created as an HVAC object. In the current release of the software,
you can control how the hierarchy is created based on the option CreateHierarchy in the
PDMSExportTranslator.ini file.

Names of objects in Smart 3D and PDMS do not match - Typically caused by object
names being duplicated during Smart 3D modeling. During export, the unique name
generator mechanism creates new unique names for objects whose names are duplicated.
For more information about recommended naming conventions, see Best Practices in
Exporting Smart 3D Data (see "Exporting Smart 3D Model Data" on page 14).

The way pipes and ducts are split into branches is inconsistent with the way that they
would be modeled in PDMS - Smart 3D provides two options:

A break at the pipe/duct run level can cause this problem. Check the pipe/duct run for
breaks.

Merge all pipeline/duct components between two free ends, two nozzles, one free end
and one nozzle, one branch and one free end, and so on to construct the branch in
PDMS. This is controlled using the default setting of the
MergesSP3DRuns/MergeSP3DDuctRuns option in the PDMSExportTranslator.ini file.
When this option is used, the run names in Smart 3D and the branch names in PDMS
can change and be reflected differently in the isometric drawing output.

Specifications are from PDMS and not from Smart 3D - Piping and HVAC data are
transferred using mapping to the equivalent specification present in PDMS. To resolve this
issue, create the needed specifications in Smart 3D, provide the required mapping, and then
perform the transfer.

Update of objects - Updating objects that have been exported to PDMS is supported in the
current release of the software based on ExportOption in the PDMSExportTranslator.ini
file.

Incremental transfer of the model - The same model can be broken into multiple filters or
sizes and exported incrementally. If the objects already exist in PDMS, they can be
overwritten or skipped based on ExportOption in the PDMSExportTranslator.ini file.

Label size in Smart 3D - While defining labels on Smart 3D objects, make sure the length
is less than 50 characters. PDMS produces errors if a label longer than 50 characters is
mapped to any user-specified attribute in PDMS.

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Smart 3D piping data - When exporting a piping model from Smart 3D using an object type
filter, select the Piping node, and then under the Systems node, select Piping Systems
and Pipelines .

Project Creation Estimates

PDMS reference data creation for a typical project - The following list summarizes the
approximate time usually needed to create the required catalog items in PDMS. These catalog
items are required to facilitate a successful export of Smart 3D model data to PDMS.

Catalog equipment (if needed) - Allow 1 day for each template, depending upon
complexity.

Nozzle data - Depends upon the number of records of nozzle data; easy to create.

Piping specifications (data) - Depends upon the size of specification and common parts
used within specifications. Can vary from 1/2 to 1 day for each specification when created
manually within PDMS.

SmartPlant Reference Data (SPRD) to PDMS approach can be considered as one of

the solutions.

Use a tool on the internet to create specification data.

Point set and geometry set used by the piping specifications (equal to piping symbols) Allow 1 day for each point set and geometry set, depending upon complexity.

Sections - Allow 1 day for each section type to create catalog.

Material - Depends upon number of records; easy to create.

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Joints specification - Joints references are similar to assembly connections in Smart 3D.
Allow 2 to 3 days for each new joint. Generally, PDMS delivered joints should be adequate
for a typical project.

This document also includes best practices for completing the required mapping. For
more information, see Appendix: Mapping Best Practices (on page 154).

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Appendix: Smart 3D Export to PDMS

Workbook
The File > Export > PDMS Datal Export > Export Model command uses the Microsoft Excel
workbook S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls to map all of the Smart 3D objects and object
properties to the corresponding objects in PDMS. By default, the workbook is delivered in the
[Reference Data Folder]\SharedContent\Data\Translators\S3DPDMSExport folder during setup.
The S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook consists of all required types of translation
mapping worksheets. Before you export Smart 3D model data, you must modify these mapping
worksheets to ensure that all of the necessary criteria have been met.
The S3DPDMSExportMapping_DIN.xls workbook is also delivered in the [Reference Data
Folder]\SharedContent\Data\Translators\S3DPDMSExport folder during setup. Default mapping
is done according to the DIN standards for structural cross-sections.
See the comments in the delivered mapping file sheets for more information on configuring the
mapping files.

Electrical Translation Maps (on page 73)

Equipment Translation Maps (on page 76)

Hierarchy Translation Maps (on page 83)

HVAC Translation Maps (on page 87)

Piping Translation Maps (on page 91)

Structure Translation Maps (on page 98)

Supports Translation Maps (on page 112)

Units Translation Maps (on page 115)

Common Mapping Attribute Settings

When modifying the translation mapping worksheets, some of the data columns are specific to
that individual worksheet. Other data columns are common amongst many mapping worksheets.
When you modify a mapping worksheet, you may see any, or all, of the data columns listed
below.

MapType
Indicates the map type of the attribute. Acceptable values are:

NameDef specifies that the value needs to be directly transferred. For example, an
attribute named Name exists in the source system and an identical attribute named
Name exists in the target system. Because both attributes have the same meaning, the
value only needs to be transferred between the two systems. By default, if no MapType
is specified, NameDef is used.

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ValueDef specifies that the value of an attribute must be mapped before it is

transferred.

AdditionalAttributeDef specifies that you must create new or additional attributes for
the value of a given attribute.

PatternDef specifies that the creation of a new attribute value is to be based on a

specific pattern.

n - Variable number of digits in a numeric field.

? - Wild card. Matches any single printable character.

* - Wild token. Matches any number of printable characters.

[ ] - Literal character match. Matches the character that appears within the brackets.
For example, [N] matches the upper case character, N.

~ - Reverse pattern match. For example, AA-NNN~ matches AA-NNN or NNN-AA.

CharacterDef splits the value of an attribute using a delimiter or character position and
string length to generate new attributes.

SheetName
Identifies the name of the sheet in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook that contains
additional mapping information related to the attribute, if any exists.

Formula
Defines the formula Smart 3D uses to calculate the value of the attribute to map, if one is
needed. For example, if the source system has an attribute Radius that needs to be
mapped to the destination system's attribute Diameter, the software cannot substitute one
value for the other. Instead the value used for Diameter would result from the following
calculation: Diameter = 2 * Radius.

Value
Defines the value to set for the Smart 3D attribute, or defines the PDMS value that needs
additional mapping.

Label
Specifies whether the Smart 3D attribute is a label. Type TRUE/YES or FALSE/NO. Entries
can be in lowercase or uppercase. For more information, see Map equipment attributes
using labels (on page 154).

Ignore
Specifies whether the item is ignored during import. Type TRUE/YES or FALSE/NO. Entries
can be in lowercase or uppercase.

Remarks
Specifies any additional information regarding the data being mapped.

See Also
Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D Catalogs (on page 23)

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Electrical Translation Maps

Use the electrical translation mapping sheets in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook to
map Smart 3D electrical properties to the correct PDMS electrical attributes. Before exporting
Smart 3D electrical model data to PDMS, you must modify these sheets to ensure that all of the
catalog electrical components in the Smart 3D model are mapped to corresponding electrical
component objects in PDMS.
After mapping is completed in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook, run
the PDMS Export Validation command to validate the mapping data in the workbook. Any
missing entries reported by the validation tool should be resolved. For more information, see
PDMS Export Validation (on page 41).
The following electrical translation maps are delivered in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls
workbook:
ElectricalClassMap
Maps the supported electrical classes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This is the main
mapping sheet for the electrical discipline. For more information, see ElectricalClassMap (on
page 74).
CPElectricalSystemAttrMap
Maps electrical system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPElectricalSystemAttrMap (on page 74).
CPCablewayAttrMap
Maps cableway attributes in Smart 3D to electrical branches in PDMS. For more
information, see CPCablewayAttrMap (on page 74).
CPRteCableTrayComponentAttrMap
Maps electrical component attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information,
see CPRteCableTrayComponentAttrMap (on page 74).
ElectricalSupportAttrsMap
Maps electrical support attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
ElectricalSupportAttrsMap (on page 75).
ElectricalGlobalsMap
Defines the global settings for electrical export. For more information, see
ElectricalGlobalsMap (on page 75).
ElectricalRunSpecMap
Maps electrical tray specification names between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more
information, see ElectricalRunSpecMap (on page 75).
ElectricalRunSpecAdditionalAttr
Provides additional attribute mapping for the PDMS electrical tray specification. For more
information, see ElectricalRunSpecAdditionalAttr (on page 75).
ElectricalPartIdentifierMap
Maps Smart 3D electrical part identifiers to PDMS GTypes. For more information, see
ElectricalPartIdentifierMap (on page 76).

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ElectricalComponentSPREFMap
Defines the mapping between the unique string created for Smart 3D electrical components
and the PDMS SPREF attribute. For more information, see ElectricalComponentSPREFMap
(on page 76).

ElectricalClassMap
The ElectricalClassMap sheet displays the electrical class mapping between Smart 3D and
PDMS. The electrical classes that are displayed on this sheet are the only ones that are
currently supported for export to PDMS.
Do not modify any of the values on this sheet.
SP3D Class Name - Displays the Smart 3D electrical class to map.
PDMS Class Name - Displays the PDMS electrical class to which the SP3D Class Value Name
setting is to be mapped.
Attributes Sheet - Displays the sheet name in the S3DPDMSExport.xls workbook that maps
Smart 3D electrical class properties to PDMS.

CPElectricalSystemAttrMap
The CPElectricalSystemAttrMap sheet maps electrical system attributes between Smart 3D
and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Defines the Smart 3D electrical system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Defines the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting
is to be mapped.

CPCablewayAttrMap
The CPCablewayAttrMap sheet maps cable way attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Defines the Smart 3D cable way attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Defines the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting
is to be mapped.

CPRteCableTrayComponentAttrMap
The CPRteCableTrayComponentAttrMap sheet maps electrical component attributes between
Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Defines the Smart 3D electrical component attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Defines the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting
is to be mapped.

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ElectricalSupportAttrsMap
The ElectricalSupportAttrsMap sheet maps electrical support attributes between Smart 3D
and PDMS.
SP3D Value - Defines the name of the Smart 3D electrical support to map.
PDMS Value - Defines the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped.

ElectricalGlobalsMap
The ElectricalGlobalsMap sheet displays mapping between Smart 3D PartIdentifier,
CatalogComponentUniqueCode, Spec, and PartNumber properties and PDMS. The first
three properties cross-reference their respective value mapping sheets, and the last property
cross-references its additional attribute sheet.
The values contained on this sheet define the global settings for Electrical model
export and should not be modified.
SP3D Attribute - Defines the name of the Smart 3D attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Defines the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting
is to be mapped.

ElectricalRunSpecMap
The ElectricalRunSpecMap sheet maps electrical specification names between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Value - Defines the value for the Smart 3D electrical specification to map.
PDMS Value - Defines the value for the PDMS specification to which the SP3D Value setting is
to be mapped.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

ElectricalRunSpecAdditionalAttr
Provides additional attribute mapping for the PDMS electrical tray specification.
PDMS Value - Type the PDMS specification.
PDMS Attribute - Type the PDMS attribute to which the PDMS Value setting is to be mapped.
Attribute Value - Type the value for the attribute.

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ElectricalPartIdentifierMap
The ElectricalPartIdentifierMap sheet maps attributes between Smart 3D part identifiers and
PDMS GTypes.
SP3D Attribute - Defines the Smart 3D part identifier to map.
PDMS Attribute - Defines the name of the PDMS GType to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

ElectricalComponentSPREFMap
The ElectricalComponentSPREFMap sheet defines mapping between Smart 3D part numbers
of electrical components and the PDMS SPREF attribute.
SP3D Value Defines the part number or a concatenated string for the tray, tray bend, or
gasket that includes the specification name and electrical component type.
PDMS Value - Defines the value for the SPREF attribute to which the SP3D Value setting is to
be mapped.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

Equipment Translation Maps

Use the equipment translation mapping sheets in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook
to map Smart 3D equipment properties to the correct PDMS equipment attributes. Before
exporting Smart 3D equipment model data to PDMS, you must modify these mapping sheets to
ensure that the following criteria have been met:

All of the catalog equipment objects in the Smart 3D model are mapped to corresponding
equipment objects in PDMS.

All of the shapes in the Smart 3D model are mapped to corresponding primitives in PDMS.

All of the nozzles in the Smart 3D model are mapped to corresponding nozzles in PDMS.
This is mandatory for the transfer of nozzles from Smart 3D regardless of the options that
are defined in the PDMSExportTranslation.ini file.

After all of the mapping is completed in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls

workbook, run the PDMS Export Validation command to validate the mapping data in the
workbook. Any missing entries reported by the validation tool should be resolved. For more
information, see PDMS Export Validation (on page 41).
The following equipment translation maps are delivered in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls
workbook:
EquipmentClassMap
Maps the supported equipment classes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This is the main
mapping sheet for the equipment discipline. For more information, see EquipmentClassMap
(on page 78).
CPSmartEquipmentMap
Maps equipment attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see

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CPSmartEquipmentMap (on page 79).
CPEquipmentComptMap
Maps equipment component attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information,
see CPEquipmentComptMap (on page 79).
CPShapeMap
Contains the mapping between the Smart 3D Shape class and the equivalent PDMS
primitive (GeometricPrimitive class). For more information, see CPShapeMap (on page 79).
CPPipeNozzleMap
Maps pipe nozzle attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPPipeNozzleMap (on page 79).
CPHVACNozzleMap
Maps HVAC nozzle attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPHVACNozzleMap (on page 79).
CPConduitNozzleMap
Maps conduit nozzle attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPConduitNozzleMap (on page 80).
CPCableTrayNozzleMap
Maps cable tray nozzle attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPCableTrayNozzleMap (on page 80).
CPStraightNozzleCatRefMap
Contains concatenated values for NPD, EndPreparation and PressureRating properties,
which are mapped to the PDMS CATRef attribute values for piping straight nozzles. For
more information, see CPStraightNozzleCatRefMap (on page 80).
CPElbowNozzleCAtRefMap
Contains concatenated values for NPD, EndPreparation and PressureRating properties,
which are mapped to the PDMS CATRef attribute values for piping elbow nozzles. For more
information, see CPElbowNozzleCAtRefMap (on page 80).
CPHvacNozzleCatRefMap
Contains concatenated values for Smart 3D Width, Cross-section, and EndPreparation of
the HVAC nozzle, which are mapped to their corresponding nozzle CATRef values in
PDMS. For more information, see CPHvacNozzleCatRefMap (on page 81).
EquipGlobalsMap
Contains mapping for Smart 3D PartNumber, PartClass and NozzleType properties. The
first two properties cross-reference their respective value mapping sheets, and the last
property cross-references an additional attribute sheet. For more information, see
EquipGlobalsMap (on page 81).
PartNumberValueMap
Maps Smart 3D part numbers to PDMS. A cross-reference to an additional attribute sheet is
also provided. For more information, see PartNumberValueMap (on page 81).
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Contains additional properties for Smart 3D part numbers and cross-references to additional
attribute sheets containing design parameters. For more information, see
PartNumberAdditionalAttributes (on page 81).
DesParamAdditionalAttrMap
Contains additional properties, or design parameters, for different part numbers. For more
information, see DesParamAdditionalAttrMap (on page 82).
AspectMap
Contains mapping between the codelist value of the Smart 3D aspect and the LEVE value in
PDMS. For more information, see AspectMap (on page 82).
AspectAdditionalAttributes
Contains additional attributes for PDMS LEVE values. For more information, see
AspectAdditionalAttributes (on page 82).
CPShapeValueMap
Contains the mapping between the shape PartClass in Smart 3D and the equivalent PDMS
primitive. For more information, see CPShapeValueMap (on page 82).
CPShapeAdditionalAttributes
Contains additional attributes for PDMS primitives. The part class of the shape is mapped to
the corresponding name of the primitive in the CPShapeValueMap sheet. For more
information, see CPShapeAdditionalAttributes (on page 82).
CPNozzleAdditionalAttribute
Maps Smart 3D nozzle parameters to PDMS attributes. For more information, see
CPNozzleAdditionalAttributes (on page 83).
NozzDesParamAdditionalAttrMap
Contains design parameter values for HVAC nozzles. Design parameters for HVAC nozzles
vary according to the nozzle cross-section, like rectangular, flat oval, and round. For more
information, see NozzDesParamAdditionalAttrMap (on page 83).

EquipmentClassMap
The EquipmentClassMap sheet displays the equipment class mapping between Smart 3D and
PDMS. The equipment classes that are displayed on this sheet are the only ones that are
currently supported for export to PDMS.
Do not modify any of the values on this sheet.
SP3D Class Name - Displays the Smart 3D equipment class to map.
PDMS Class Name - Displays the PDMS equipment class to which the SP3D Class Name
setting is to be mapped.
Attributes Sheet - Displays the sheet name in the S3DPDMSExport.xls workbook that maps
the Smart 3D equipment class properties to PDMS.

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CPSmartEquipmentMap
The CPSmartEquipmentMap sheet maps equipment attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D equipment property to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPEquipmentComptMap
The CPEquipmentComptMap sheet maps equipment component attributes between Smart 3D
and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D equipment component property to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPShapeMap
The CPShapeMap sheet contains the attribute mapping between the Smart 3D shape and the
equivalent PDMS primitive.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D shape property to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPPipeNozzleMap
The CPPipeNozzleMap sheet maps pipe elbow nozzle attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS. Fixed attributes Elbow Pipe Nozzle and Straight Pipe Nozzle have ValueDef maps
that are the concatenated values of NPD, end preparation, and pressure rating of the piping
straight nozzle and piping elbow nozzle respectively, which cross-references the
CPElbowNozzleCAtRefMap and CPStraightNozzleCAtRefMap sheets respectively
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D pipe property to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPHVACNozzleMap
The CPHVACNozzleMap sheet maps HVAC nozzle attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
Fixed attributes Rectangular, Flat Oval, and Round Nozzle have ValueDef maps that are the
concatenated values of Width, Cross-section and EndPreparation of the HVAC nozzle, which
cross-references the CPHvacNozzleCatRefMap sheet.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D HVAC nozzle property to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to the SP3D Attribute setting is to be
mapped.

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CPConduitNozzleMap
The CPConduitNozzleMap sheet maps conduit nozzle attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS. Fixed attribute StraightNozzle has ValueDef maps that are concatenated values of
NCD and EndPreparation of the conduit nozzle, which cross-references the
CPStraightConduitNozzCatRefMap sheet.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D conduit nozzle property to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPCableTrayNozzleMap
The CPCableTrayNozzleMap sheet maps cable tray nozzle attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS. Fixed attribute Rectangular nozzle has a ValueDef map that is the concatenated values
of Nominal Width and Nominal Depth of the cable tray nozzle, which cross-references the
CPCableTrayNozzleCatRefMap sheet.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D cable tray nozzle property to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPStraightNozzleCatRefMap
The CPStraightNozzleCatRefMap sheet contains concatenated values for Smart 3D NPD,
EndPreparation and PressureRating properties. These values are mapped to their
corresponding nozzle CATRef values in PDMS.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D parameter to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the CATRef value.
Attribute Value - Type the PDMS CATRef attribute value.

CPElbowNozzleCAtRefMap
The CPElbowNozzleCatRefMap sheet contains concatenated values for Smart 3D NPD,
EndPreparation and PressureRating properties. These values are mapped to their
corresponding nozzle CATRef values in PDMS.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D parameter to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the CATRef value.
Attribute Value - Type the PDMS CATRef attribute value.

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CPHvacNozzleCatRefMap
The CPHvacNozzleCatRefMap sheet contains concatenated values for Smart 3D Width,
Cross-section and EndPreparation of the HVAC nozzle. These values are mapped to their
corresponding nozzle CATRef values in PDMS.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D concatenated values to map.
PDMS Value - Type the PDMS CatRef attribute value.

EquipGlobalsMap
The EquipGlobalsMap sheet displays mapping between Smart 3D PartNumber, PartClass
and NozzleType properties and PDMS. The first two properties cross-reference their respective
value mapping sheets, and the last property cross-references its additional attribute sheet.
The values contained on this sheet define the global settings for equipment model
export and should not be modified.
SP3D Attribute - Displays the name of the Smart 3D attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Displays the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting
is to be mapped.

See Also
PartNumberValueMap (on page 81)
DesParamAdditionalAttrMap (on page 82)
CPShapeValueMap (on page 82)
CPNozzleAdditionalAttributes (on page 83)

PartNumberValueMap
The PartNumberValueMap sheet maps Smart 3D part numbers to PDMS. A cross-reference to
the corresponding additional attributes sheet is also provided.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D part number to map.
PDMS Value - Type the PDMS part number to which the SP3D Value setting is to be mapped.

PartNumberAdditionalAttributes
The PartNumberAdditionalAttributes sheet maps additional attributes for PDMS part
numbers. Each additional attribute includes a cross-reference to its additional attribute sheet,
which contains design parameters.
PDMS Value - Type the PDMS part number to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the PDMS attribute to which the PDMS Value setting is to be mapped.
Attribute Value - Type the required attribute value.

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DesParamAdditionalAttrMap
The DesParamAdditionalAttriMap sheet maps additional attributes for PDMS part numbers.
Each additional attribute cross-references to its additional attribute sheet containing design
parameters.
PDMS Value - Type the PDMS part number to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the PDMS attribute to which the PDMS Value setting is to be mapped.
Attribute Value - Type the required attribute value.

AspectMap
The AspectMap sheet maps the codelist value of the aspect in Smart 3D to the LEVE value in
PDMS.
SP3D Value - Type the codelist value of the aspect to be mapped.
PDMS Value - Type the LEVE value in PDMS for the corresponding aspect.

AspectAdditionalAttributes
The AspectAdditionalAttributes sheet maps additional attributes, such as obstructions
(OBST), to different LEVE values in PDMS.
PDMS Value - Type the PDMS LEVE value.
PDMS Attribute - Type the PDMS attribute to which PDMS Value is mapped.
Attribute Value - Type the required value for the attribute.

CPShapeValueMap
The CPShapeValueMap sheet maps the shape part class to the corresponding PDMS primitive.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D shape part class to map.
PDMS Value - Type the PDMS primitive name to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped.

CPShapeAdditionalAttributes
The CPShapeAdditionalAttributes sheet maps additional attributes for PDMS primitives. The
part class of the shape is mapped to the corresponding name of the primitive in the
CPShapeValueMap sheet.
PDMS Value - Type the PDMS primitive type.
Attribute Name - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the PDMS Value setting is to
be mapped.
Attribute Value - Type the required value for the attribute.

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CPNozzleAdditionalAttributes
The CPNozzleAdditionalAttributes sheet maps Smart 3D nozzle parameters to PDMS
attributes.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D nozzle parameter to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Value setting is to
be mapped.
Attribute Value - Type the required attribute value.

NozzDesParamAdditionalAttrMap
The NozzDesParamAdditionalAttrMap sheet maps additional design parameters for PDMS
HVAC nozzles. Each design parameters is mapped to its value in Smart 3D.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D nozzle to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Value setting is to be mapped.
Attribute Value - Type the required attribute value.

Hierarchy Translation Maps

Use the hierarchy translation mapping sheets in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook to
map Smart 3D hierarchy properties to the correct PDMS hierarchy attributes.
UDETs (User Defined Element Types) of PDMS cam be used to create a hierarchy
similar to that of the Smart 3D hierarchy. Before importing the UDETs defined in the mapping
file, you have to create them in PDMS. The delivered mapping sheet has all Smart 3D systems
under the Smart 3D Class Name. You have to define all the required UDETS, map them
correspondingly to those from Smart 3D and then export the model to DATAL. The generated
DATAL emulates the hierarchy of Smart 3D in PDMS when imported.
The following hierarchy translation maps are delivered in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls
workbook:
Hierarchy Class Map - Maps the supported hierarchy classes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
This is the main mapping sheet for the hierarchy discipline. For more information, see
HierarchyClassMap (on page 84).
PDMS versions 12.0 SP4 and later support multi-level hierarchy, allowing you to export
the Smart 3D hierarchy.
CPMSystemMap
Maps system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPMSystemMap (on page 85).
CPAreaSystemMap
Maps area system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPAreaSystemMap (on page 85).
CPConduitSystemMap
Maps conduit system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see

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CPConduitSystemMap (on page 85).
CPDuctingSystemMap
Maps ducting system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPDuctingSystemMap (on page 85).
CPElectricalSystemMap
Maps electrical system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPElectricalSystemMap (on page 85).
CPMachinerySystemMap
Maps machinery system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPMachinerySystemMap (on page 86).
CPPipelineSystemMapEx
Maps pipeline system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPPipelineSystemMapEx (on page 86).
CPPipingSystemMap
Maps piping system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPPipingSystemMap (on page 86).
CPStructuralSystemMap
Maps structural system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPStructuralSystemMap (on page 86).
CPUnitSystemMap
Maps unit system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPUnitSystemMap (on page 86).

HierarchyClassMap
The HierarchyClassMap sheet displays the hierarchy class mapping between Smart 3D and
PDMS. The hierarchy classes that are displayed on this sheet are the only ones that are
currently supported for export to PDMS.
Do not modify any of the values on this sheet.
SP3D Class Name - Displays the Smart 3D hierarchy class to map.
PDMS Class Name - Displays the PDMS hierarchy class to which the SP3D Class Name
setting is to be mapped.
Attributes Sheet - Displays the sheet name in the S3DPDMSExport.xls workbook that maps
Smart 3D hierarchy class properties to PDMS.

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CPMSystemMap
The CPMSystemMap sheet maps system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPAreaSystemMap
The CPAreaSystemMap sheet maps area system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D area system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPConduitSystemMap
The CPConduitSystemMap sheet maps conduit system attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D conduit system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPDuctingSystemMap
The CPDuctingSystemMap sheet maps ducting system attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D ducting system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPElectricalSystemMap
The CPElectricalSystemMap sheet maps electrical system attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D electrical system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute value is to
be mapped.

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CPMachinerySystemMap
The CPMachinerySystemMap sheet maps machinery system attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D machinery system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPPipelineSystemMapEx
The CPPipelineSystemMapEx sheet maps pipeline system attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D pipeline system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPPipingSystemMap
The CPPipingSystemMap sheet maps piping system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D piping system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPStructuralSystemMap
The CPStructuralSystemMap sheet maps structural system attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D structural system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPUnitSystemMap
The CPUnitSystemMap sheet maps unit system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D unit system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

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HVAC Translation Maps

Use the HVAC translation mapping sheets in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook to
map Smart 3D HVAC properties to the correct PDMS HVAC attributes. Before exporting Smart
3D HVAC model data to PDMS, you must modify these sheets to ensure that the following
criteria have been met:

All of the components in the Smart 3D model are mapped to corresponding components in
PDMS.

All of the gaskets, stock parts, bends, and supports in the Smart 3D model are mapped to
corresponding ones in PDMS.

Specifications and end preparations are mapped between the two systems.

After all of the mapping is completed in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook, run the
PDMS Export Validation command to validate the mapping data in the workbook. Any missing
entries reported by the validation tool should be resolved. For more information, see PDMS
Export Validation (on page 41).
The following HVAC translation maps are delivered in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls
workbook:
HVACClassMap - Maps the supported HVAC classes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This is
the main mapping sheet for the HVAC discipline. For more information, see HVACClassMap (on
page 88).
CPDuctingSystemAttrMap - Maps Ducting system attributes from Smart 3D to that of HVAC in
PDMS. For more information, see CPDuctingSystemAttrMap (on page 88).
CPMSystemAttrMap - Maps Generic system attributes from Smart 3D to that of HVAC in
PDMS. For more information, see CPMSystemAttrMap (on page 88).
CPDuctRunAttrMap - Maps HVAC run properties from Smart 3D to that of BRANCH in PDMS.
For more information, see CPDuctRunAttrMap (on page 88).
DuctComponentAttrsMap - Maps HVAC component properties from Smart 3D to PDMS. For
more information, see DuctComponentAttrsMap (on page 89).
DuctSupportAttrsMap - Maps HVAC support properties from Smart 3D to PDMS. For more
information, see DuctSupportAttrsMap (on page 89).
DesignSupportAttrsMap - Maps HVAC design support properties from Smart 3D to PDMS. For
more information, see DesignSupportAttrsMap (on page 89).
HVACGlobalsMap - Defines the global settings for HVAC export. For more information, see
HVACGlobalsMap (on page 89).
DuctRunSpecMap - Maps HVAC specification names between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more
information, see DuctRunSpecMap (on page 90).
HVACPartIdentifierMap - Maps Smart 3D part identifier to PDMS GTypes. For more
information, see HVACPartIdentifierMap (on page 90).
HVACComponentSPREFMap - Defines the mapping between the unique string created for
Smart 3D piping components and the PDMS SPREF attribute. For more information, see
HVACComponentSPREFMap (on page 90).
HVACEndConnectionMap Maps end connections between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more
information, see HVACEndConnectionMap (see "HVACEndPreparationMap" on page 90).

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HVACDesParamMap Maps component design parameters from Smart 3D to PDMS. For more
information, see HVACDesParamMap (on page 91).

HVACClassMap
The HVACClassMap sheet defines the HVAC class mapping between Smart 3D and PDMS.
The HVAC classes that are displayed on the HVACClassMap sheet are the only ones that are
currently supported for export to PDMS. Do not modify any of the values on this sheet.
SP3D Class Name - Displays the Smart 3D piping class to map.
PDMS Class Name - Displays the PDMS piping class to which the SP3D Class Name setting is
to be mapped.
Attributes Sheet - Displays the sheet name in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook
that maps Smart 3D HVAC class attributes to PDMS.

CPDuctingSystemAttrMap
The CPDuctingSystemAttrMap sheet maps ducting system attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D ducting system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPMSystemAttrMap
The CPMSystemAttrMap sheet maps Generic system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D Generic system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPDuctRunAttrMap
The CPDuctRunAttrMap sheet maps duct run attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D duct run attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

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DuctComponentAttrsMap
The DuctComponentAttrsMap sheet maps duct component attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D duct component attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

DuctSupportAttrsMap
The DuctSupportAttrsMap sheet maps duct support attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D duct support attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

DesignSupportAttrsMap
The DuctComponentAttrsMap sheet maps design support attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D design support attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

HVACGlobalsMap
The HVACGlobalsMap sheet displays mapping between Smart 3D SP3DPartIdentifier,
SP3DEndConnection, SP3DCatalogComponentUniqueCode, Spec, and SP3DPartNumber
properties and PDMS. The first four properties cross-reference their respective value mapping
sheets, and the last property cross-references its additional attribute sheet.
The values contained on this sheet define the global settings for HVAC model export and should
not be modified.
SP3D Attribute - Displays the name of the Smart 3D attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Displays the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting
is to be mapped.

See Also
HVACPartIdentifierMap (on page 90)
HVACEndPreparationMap (on page 90)
HVACComponentSPREFMap (on page 90)
DuctRunSpecMap (on page 90)
HVACDesParamMap (on page 91)

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HVACPartIdentifierMap
The HVACPartIdentifierMap sheet maps attributes between Smart 3D part identifiers and
PDMS GTypes.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D part identifier to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS GType to which the SP3D Attribute setting is to
be mapped.

HVACEndPreparationMap
The HVACEndPreparationMap sheet maps end preparation values between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D end preparation value to map.
PDMS Value - Type the PDMS end preparation value to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped.

HVACComponentSPREFMap
The HVACComponentSPREFMap sheet defines mapping between Smart 3D part numbers of
HVAC components and the PDMS SPREF attribute.
SP3D Value For ducts, duct bends, supports, and gaskets, this value can be a part number or
a concatenated string that includes the specification name, HVAC component type (ducting/duct
bend/duct support/gasket), cross section type (round/rectangular/oval/flat oval/UShape), width,
and depth, separated by a dash "-". For example, you can type Lindab Spec-Ducting-Round100-100.
PDMS Value - Type the value for the SPREF attribute to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped.

DuctRunSpecMap
The DuctRunSpecMap sheet maps HVAC specification names between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Value - Type the name of the Smart 3D HVAC specification to map.
PDMS Value - Type the name of the PDMS specification to which the SP3D Value setting is to
be mapped.

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HVACDesParamMap
The HVACDesParamMap sheet maps additional attributes for Smart 3D part numbers.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D part number to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the PDMS attributes that are created as additional attributes for SP3D
Value.
Attribute Value - Type the required attribute value.

Piping Translation Maps

Use the piping translation mapping sheets in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook to
map Smart 3D piping properties to the correct PDMS piping attributes. Before exporting Smart
3D piping model data to PDMS, you must modify these sheets to ensure that the following
criteria have been met:

All of the components in the Smart 3D model are mapped to corresponding components in
PDMS.

All of the Smart 3D piping specialties and instruments are mapped to corresponding
PCOMPs and INSTs in PDMS.

All of the gaskets in the Smart 3D model are mapped to corresponding gaskets in PDMS.

Pipe stock from Smart 3D and PDMS are mapped.

After all of the mapping is completed in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls

workbook, run the PDMS Export Validation command to validate the mapping data in the
workbook. Resolve any missing entries reported by the validation tool. For more information,
see PDMS Export Validation (on page 41).
The following piping translation maps are delivered in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls
workbook:
PipingClassMap
Maps the supported piping classes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This is the main mapping
sheet for the piping discipline. For more information, see PipingClassMap (on page 93).
CPPipelineSystemMap
Maps pipeline system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPPipelineSystemMap (on page 93).
CPMPipeRunMap
Maps pipe run attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CPMPipeRunMap (on page 93).
PipingGlobalsMap
Defines the global settings for piping export. For more information, see PipingGlobalsMap
(on page 94).
PipeRunSpecMap
Maps piping specification names between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
PipeRunSpecMap (on page 94).

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SP3DPartIdentifierMap
Maps Smart 3D part identifier properties and PDMS GTypes. For more information, see
SP3DPartIdentifierMap (on page 94).
CatalogComponentSPREFMap
Defines the mapping between the unique string created for Smart 3D piping components
and the PDMS SPREF attribute. For more information, see CatalogComponentSPREFMap
(on page 95).
NPDSpecificSPREFMap
Defines the mapping between the unique string created for Smart 3D piping components
and the PDMS SPREF attribute. This sheet is used if the SPREF of a component changes
with a given NPD. For more information, see NPDSpecificSPREFMap (on page 95).
CatalogSpecialtySPREFMap
Defines the mapping between the unique string created for Smart 3D catalog specialty
components and the PDMS SPREF attribute. For more information, see
CatalogSpecialtySPREFMap (on page 95).
CatalogInstrumentSPREFMap
Defines the mapping between the unique string created for Smart 3D catalog instrument
components and the PDMS SPREF attribute. For more information, see
CatalogInstrumentSPREFMap (on page 96).
OnFlySpecialtySPREFMap - Defines the mapping between the unique string created for Smart
3D on-the-fly specialty components and the PDMS SPREF attribute. For more information, see
OnFlySpecialtySPREFMap (on page 96).
OnFlyInstrumentSPREFMap
Defines the mapping between the unique string created for Smart 3D on-the-fly instruments
and the PDMS SPREF attribute. For more information, see OnFlyInstrumentSPREFMap (on
page 96).
PipeComponentAttrsMap
Defines the attribute mapping for Smart 3D pipe components. For more information, see
PipeComponentAttrsMap (on page 97).
PipeInstrumentAttrsMap
Defines the attribute mapping for Smart 3D pipe instruments (both catalog and on-the-fly).
For more information, see PipeInstrumentAttrsMap (on page 97).
PipeSpecialtyAttrsMap
Defines the attribute mapping for Smart 3D pipe specialties (both catalog and on-the-fly).
For more information, see PipeSpecialtyAttrsMap (on page 97).
PipeSupportAttrsMap
Defines the attribute mapping for Smart 3D pipe supports. For more information, see
PipeSupportAttrsMap (on page 97).
PipingEndConnectionMap
Maps end connection values between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
PipingEndConnectionMap (on page 97).

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PipingConnectionItemMap
Defines the mapping between the unique string created for Smart 3D piping connection
items and the PDMS SPREF attribute. For more information, see PipingConnectionItemMap
(on page 98).
PipingDesParamAdditionalAttrMap
Contains additional attributes of the design parameters for on-the-fly instruments and
specialty components. For more information, see PipingDesParamAdditionalAttrMap.

PipingClassMap
The PipingClassMap sheet defines the piping class mapping between Smart 3D and PDMS.
The piping classes that are displayed on the PipingClassMap sheet are the only ones that are
currently supported for export to PDMS.
Do not modify any of the values on this sheet.
SP3D Class Name - Displays the Smart 3D piping class to map.
PDMS Class Name - Displays the PDMS piping class to which the SP3D Class Name setting is
to be mapped.
Attributes Sheet - Displays the sheet name in the S3DPDMSExport.xls workbook that maps
Smart 3D piping class properties to PDMS.

CPPipelineSystemMap
The CPPipelineSystemMap sheet maps pipeline system attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D pipeline system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CPMPipeRunMap
The CPMPipeRunMap sheet maps pipe run attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D pipe run attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

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PipingGlobalsMap
The PipingGlobalsMap sheet displays mapping between Smart 3D SP3DPartIdentifier,
SP3DEndConnection, SP3DConnectionItem, SP3DCatalogComponentUniqueCode,
SP3DCatalogSpecialtyUniqueCode, SP3DCatalogInstrumentUniqueCode,
SP3DOnFlyInstrumentUniqueCode, SP3DNPDSpecificSPREFMap properties and PDMS.
The first six properties cross-reference their respective value mapping sheets, and the last
property cross-references its additional attribute sheet.
The values contained on this sheet define the global settings for piping model
export and should not be modified.
SP3D Attribute - Displays the name of the Smart 3D attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Displays the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting
is to be mapped.

See Also
SP3DPartIdentifierMap (on page 94)
PipingEndConnectionMap (on page 97)
CatalogComponentSPREFMap (on page 95)
CatalogSpecialtySPREFMap (on page 95)
CatalogInstrumentSPREFMap (on page 96)
OnFlySpecialtySPREFMap (on page 96)
OnFlyInstrumentSPREFMap (on page 96)
NPDSpecificSPREFMap (on page 95)
PipeRunSpecMap (on page 94)

PipeRunSpecMap
The PipeRunSpecMap sheet maps piping specification names between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Value - Type the name of the Smart 3D piping specification to map.
PDMS Value - Type the name of the PDMS specification to which the SP3D Value setting is to
be mapped.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

SP3DPartIdentifierMap
The SP3DPartIdentifierMap sheet maps attributes between Smart 3D part identifiers and
PDMS GTypes.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D part identifier to map.
PDMS Gtype - Type the name of the PDMS GType to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

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CatalogComponentSPREFMap
The CatalogComponentSPREFMap sheet defines mapping between the unique string created
for Smart 3D piping components and the PDMS SPREF attribute.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D unique string to map. The string is created by appending the
Smart 3D specification name, component short code, and option code. Separate each entry with
a dash ( - ). For example, you can type 1C0031-Piping-1 or 2C0032-Concentric Reducer-1.
PDMS Value - Type the value for the SPREF attribute to the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped. The PDMS Value setting may also contain the specification name prefixed to the
SPREF attribute.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

NPDSpecificSPREFMap
The NPDSpecificSPREFMap sheet defines mapping between the unique string created for
Smart 3D piping components and the PDMS SPREF attribute. This sheet is used if the SPREF
of a component changes with a given NPD.
If no values are defined on this sheet, the software uses the values defined on the
CatalogComponentSPREFMap sheet.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D unique string to map. The string is created by appending the
Smart 3D specification name, component short code, option code, and NPD of each port.
Separate each entry with a dash ( - ). For example, you can type 1C0031-Piping-1-20-20 or
1C0031-Flange-211-125-125.
PDMS Value - Type the value for the SPREF attribute to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

CatalogSpecialtySPREFMap
The CatalogSpecialtySPREFMap sheet defines the mapping between the unique string
created for Smart 3D catalog specialty components and the PDMS SPREF attribute.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D unique string to map. The string is created by appending the
Smart 3D tag number or generic tag number and NPD of each port. Separate each entry with a
dash ( - ). For example, you can type ST-1001-15-15.
PDMS Value - Type the value for the SPREF attribute to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped. Append the SPREF attribute with the piping specification in which the specialty
component is defined. For example, enter A300/NVIDBDD:[NPD1], where A300 is the piping
specification.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

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CatalogInstrumentSPREFMap
The CatalogInstrumentSPREFMap sheet defines the mapping between the unique string
created for Smart 3D catalog instrument components and the PDMS SPREF attribute.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D unique string to map. The string is created by appending the
Smart 3D tag number or generic tag number and NPD of each port. Separate each entry with a
dash ( - ). For example, you can type BV-1001-15-15.
PDMS Value - Type the value for the SPREF attribute to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped. Append the SPREF attribute with the piping specification in which the instrument is
defined. For example, type A300/NVIDBDD:[NPD1], where A300 is the piping specification.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

OnFlySpecialtySPREFMap
The OnFlySpecialtySPREFMap sheet defines the mapping between the unique string created
for Smart 3D on-the-fly specialty components and the PDMS SPREF attribute.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D unique string to map. The string is created by appending the
Smart 3D part number along with the end preparation, pressure rating, schedule thickness, and
end standard of the specialty component ports. Separate each entry with a dash ( - ). For
example, you can type CS3WayBallCVal-21-35-1-5-21-35-1-5.
PDMS Value - Type the value for the SPREF attribute to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped. Append the SPREF attribute with the piping specification in which the specialty
component is defined. For example, type A300/NVIDBDD:[NPD1], where A300 is the piping
specification.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

OnFlyInstrumentSPREFMap
The OnFlyInstrumentSPREFMap sheet defines the mapping between the unique string
created for Smart 3D on-the-fly instruments and the PDMS SPREF attribute.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D unique string to map. The string is created by appending the
Smart 3D part number along with the end preparation, pressure rating, schedule thickness, and
end standard of the instrument ports. Separate each entry with a dash ( - ). For example, you
can type ISSDS4-21-35-1-5-21-35-1-5.
PDMS Value - Type the value for the SPREF attribute to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped. Append the SPREF attribute with the piping specification in which the instrument is
defined. For example, type A300/NVIDBDD:[NPD1], where A300 is the piping specification.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

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PipeComponentAttrsMap
The PipeComponentsAttrsMap sheet defines attribute mapping for Smart 3D pipe
components.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D pipe component attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of PDMS pipe component attribute to which the SP3D
Attribute setting is to be mapped.

PipeInstrumentAttrsMap
The PipeInstrumentAttrsMap sheet defines attribute mapping for Smart 3D pipe instruments
(both Catalog and on-the-fly).
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D pipe instrument attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

PipeSpecialtyAttrsMap
The PipeSpecialtyAttrsMap sheet defines attribute mapping for Smart 3D pipe specialties
(both Catalog and on-the-fly).
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D pipe specialty component attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

PipeSupportAttrsMap
The PipeSupportAttrsMap sheet defines attribute mapping for Smart 3D pipe supports.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D pipe support attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

PipingEndConnectionMap
The PipingEndConnectionMap sheet maps end connection values between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D end connection value to map. This value can be a combined
string of End Connection and Pressure Rating, along with any other property.
PDMS Value - Type the PDMS end connection value to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped.

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PipingConnectionItemMap
Defines the mapping between the unique string created for the Smart 3D connection item and
the PDMS SPREF attribute.
SP3D Value - Type the Smart 3D unique string to be mapped. The string is created by
appending the Smart 3D specification name, component short code, and option code, along with
any other specified property. Separate each entry with a dash ( - ). For example, you can enter
1C0031-Gasket-1-35 or 2C0032-Weld-1-80.
PDMS Value - Type the SPREF attribute value to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped.
Remarks - Specifies any additional information about the default delivered mapping.

Structure Translation Maps

Use the structure translation mapping sheets in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook to
map Smart 3D structure properties to the correct PDMS structure attributes. Before exporting
Smart 3D structure model data to PDMS, you must modify these sheets to ensure that the
following criteria have been met:

All of the cross-sections and respective cardinal points in the Smart 3D model are mapped
to the corresponding cross-sections and PLine attributes in the PDMS catalog. This is
mandatory for the export of members from Smart 3D. For more information, see Map crosssection and orientation mismatches (on page 161).

All of the Marine cross-sections and respective load points in the Smart 3D model are
mapped to the corresponding cross-sections and PLine attributes in the PDMS catalog. This
is mandatory for the export of profile parts from Smart 3D.

In the PDMSExportTranslator.ini file, TransferInsulationAsGTypes is set so that insulation

is exported using the mapping file, then the catalog must be set up for insulation on
members. Also, all insulation encasements in the model must be created in the PDMS
catalog and mapped to the corresponding fitting in PDMS.

After all of the mapping is completed in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls

workbook, run the PDMS Export Validation command to validate the mapping data in the
workbook. Any missing entries reported by the validation tool should be resolved. For more
information, see PDMS Export Validation (on page 41).
The following structure translation maps are delivered in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls
workbook:
StructureClassMap
Maps the supported structure classes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This is the main
mapping sheet for the structure discipline. For more information, see StructureClassMap (on
page 102).
CoordinateSystemMap
Maps coordinate system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information,
see CoordinateSystemMap (on page 102).
ElevationPlaneMap
Maps elevation plane attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see

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ElevationPlaneMap (on page 102).
GridLineMap
Maps grid line attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
GridLineMap (on page 103).
LinearMemberPartAttrsMap
Maps linear member part attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet is only
applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
LinearMemberPartAttrsMap (on page 103).
CurvedMemberPartAttrsMap
Maps curved member part attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet is only
applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
CurvedMemberPartAttrsMap (on page 103).
InsulationAttrsMap
Maps insulation attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
InsulationAttrsMap (on page 103).
SlabAttrsMap
Maps slab attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
SlabAttrsMap (on page 103).
StairAttrsMap
Maps stair attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
StairAttrsMap (on page 104).
LadderAttrsMap
Maps ladder attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
LadderAttrsMap (on page 104).
HandRailAttrsMap
Maps handrail attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
HandRailAttrsMap (on page 104).
FootingAttrsMap
Maps footing attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
FootingAttrsMap (on page 104).
EquipmentFoundationAttrsMap
Maps equipment foundation attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information,
see EquipmentFoundationAttrsMap (on page 104).
LeafPlateSystemAttrsMap
Maps leaf plate system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet is only
applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
LeafPlateSystemAttrsMap (on page 105).
PlanarPlatePartAttrsMap
Maps planar plate system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet is only
applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see

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PlanarPlatePartAttrsMap (on page 105).
CurvedPlatePartAttrsMap
Maps curved plate part attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet is only
applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
CurvedPlatePartAttrsMap (on page 105).
LeafStiffenerSystemAttrsMap
Maps leaf stiffener system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet is only
applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
LeafStiffenerSystemAttrsMap (on page 105).
LinearStiffenerPartAttrsMap
Maps linear stiffener part attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet is only
applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
LinearStiffenerPartAttrsMap (on page 105).
CurvedStiffenerPartAttrsMap
Maps curved stiffener part attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet is only
applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
CurvedStiffenerPartAttrsMap (on page 106).
LeafERSystemAttrsMap
Maps leaf edge reinforcement system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet
is only applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
LeafERSystemAttrsMap (on page 106).
LinearERProfilePartAttrsMap
Maps linear edge reinforcement profile part attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This
sheet is only applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
LinearERProfilePartAttrsMap (on page 106).
CurvedERProfilePartAttrsMap
Maps curved edge reinforcement profile part attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This
sheet is only applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
CurvedERProfilePartAttrsMap (on page 106).
LeafBeamSystemAttrsMap
Maps leaf beam system attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet is only
applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
LeafBeamSystemAttrsMap (on page 107).
BeamPartAttrsMap
Maps beam part attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet is only applicable
when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see BeamPartAttrsMap (on
page 107).
LinearSAStiffenerPartAttrsMap
Maps linear SA stiffener part attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet is only
applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
LinearSAStiffenerPartAttrsMap (on page 107).
CurvedSAStiffenerPartAttrsMap

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Maps curved SA stiffener part attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This sheet is only
applicable when using the software in Marine mode. For more information, see
CurvedSAStiffenerPartAttrsMap (on page 107).
HoleFittingAttrsMap
Maps hole fitting object attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
HoleFittingAttrsMap (on page 107).
StructureGlobalsMap
Defines global settings for structural export. For more information, see StructureGlobalsMap
(on page 108).
InsulationAttrMap
Defines insulation encasement type design parameters for each cross-section type. For
more information, see InsulationAttrMap (on page 108).
InsulationSpecAttrMap
Defines insulation encasement type SpecRef attributes for each cross-section type. For
more information, see InsulationSpecAttrMap (on page 108).
StructureMatSpecMap
Defines value mapping of the MatRef attribute for each Smart 3D material type. For more
information, see StructureMatSpecMap (on page 109).
SmartItemMaterialMap
Defines the value mapping of the MatRef attribute for each footing and equipment
foundation objects and their assemblies. For more information, see SmartItemMaterialMap
(on page 109).
StructPartNumbersMap
Defines value mapping of the MatRef attribute for each structural object part number. For
more information, see StructPartNumbersMap (on page 109).
StructClassAdditionalAttribute
Maps additional attributes for Smart 3D cross-sections. For more information, see
StructClassAdditionalAttributes (on page 109).
AISC-LRFD-HSSC, AISC-LRFD-PIPE, AISC-LRFD-L, AISC-LRFD-C, AISC-LRFD-WT, AISCLRFD-HSSR, AISC-LRFD-W, AISC-LRFD-M, AISC-LRFD-S, AISC-LRFD-ST, AISC-LRFD-HP,
AISC-LRFD-MC
Defines value mapping between a Smart 3D cross-section name and the PDMS crosssection SpecRef attribute for each specific cross-section type. For more information, see
Cross-Section Maps (on page 110).
TUBE_PLine, ANG_PLine, DINU_PLine, TEE_PLine, BOX_PLine, BEAM_PLine,
SBM_PLine, STEE_PLine
Defines value mapping between Smart 3D cardinal points and the PDMS PLine attribute for
each specific cross-section type. For more information, see Cardinal Point Maps (on page
110).
MarineCSAdditionalAttributes
Maps additional attributes for Smart 3D cross-sections.

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ShipShapes-I, ShipShapes-B, ShipShapes-FB, ShipShapes-ISType, ShipShapes-CSType,
ShipShapes-H, ShipShapes-T_XType, ShipShapes-TSType, ShipShapes-EA, ShipShapesRT, ShipShapes-P, ShipShapes-BUT, ShipShapes-C_SS, ShipShapes-UA, ShipShapesBUTL2, ShipShapes-BUTL3, ShipShapes-HalfR, ShipShapes-R
Defines value mapping between a Smart 3D cross-section name and the PDMS crosssection SpecRef attribute for each specific cross-section type. This sheet is only applicable
when using the software in Marine mode.
I_PLine, B_Pline, FB_Pline, ISType_Pline, CSType_Pline, H_Pline, T_XType_Pline,
TSType_Pline, EA_Pline, RT_Pline, P_Pline, BUT_Pline, C_SS_Pline, UA_Pline,
BUTL2_Pline, BUTL3_Pline, HalfR_Pline, R_Pline
Defines value mapping between Smart 3D load points and the PDMS PLine attribute for
each specific cross-section type.

StructureClassMap
The StructureClassMap sheet defines the structure class mapping between Smart 3D and
PDMS. The structure classes that are displayed on this sheet are the only ones that are
currently supported for export to PDMS.
Do not modify any of the values on this sheet.
Source Class Name - Displays the Smart 3D structure class to map.
Target Class Name - Displays the PDMS structure class to which the Source Class Name
value is to be mapped.
Attributes Sheet - Displays the sheet name in the S3DPDMSExport.xls workbook that maps
Smart 3D structure class properties to PDMS.

CoordinateSystemMap
The CoordinateSystemMap sheet maps coordinate system attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D coordinate system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

ElevationPlaneMap
The ElevationPlaneMap sheet maps elevation plane attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D elevation plane attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

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GridLineMap
The GridLineMap sheet maps grid line attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D grid line attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

LinearMemberPartAttrsMap
The LinearMemberPartAttrsMap maps linear member part attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D linear member part attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CurvedMemberPartAttrsMap
The CurvedrMemberPartAttrsMap sheet maps curved member part attributes between Smart
3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D curved member part attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

InsulationAttrsMap
The InsulationAttrsMap sheet maps insulation attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
Value - Type the Smart 3D insulation parameter to map.
Attribute Name - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the Value setting is to be
mapped.
Attribute Value - Type the required attribute value.

SlabAttrsMap
The SlabAttrsMap sheet maps slab attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D slab attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

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StairAttrsMap
The StairAttrsMap sheet maps stair attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D stair attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

LadderAttrsMap
The LadderAttrsMap sheet maps ladder attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D ladder attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

HandRailAttrsMap
The HandRailAttrsMap sheet maps handrail attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D handrail attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

FootingAttrsMap
The FootingAttrsMap sheet maps footing attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D footing attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

EquipmentFoundationAttrsMap
The EquipmentFoundationAttrsMap sheet maps equipment foundation attributes between
Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D equipment foundation attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

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LeafPlateSystemAttrsMap
The LeafPlateSystemAttrsMap sheet maps leaf plate system attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D leaf plate system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

PlanarPlatePartAttrsMap
The PlanarPlatePartAttrsMap sheet maps planar plate part attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D planar plate part system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CurvedPlatePartAttrsMap
The CurvedPlatePartAttrsMap sheet maps curved plate part attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D curved plate part attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

LeafStiffenerSystemAttrsMap
The LeafStiffenerSystemAttrsMap sheet maps leaf stiffener system attributes between Smart
3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D leaf stiffener system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

LinearStiffenerPartAttrsMap
The LeafStiffenerPartAttrsMap sheet maps linear stiffener part attributes between Smart 3D
and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D linear stiffener part attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

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CurvedStiffenerPartAttrsMap
The CurvedStiffenerPartAttrsMap sheet maps curved stiffener part attributes between Smart
3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D curved stiffener part attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

LeafERSystemAttrsMap
The LeafERSystemPartAttrsMap sheet maps leaf reinforcement system part attributes
between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D leaf edge reinforcement system part attribute
to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

LinearERProfilePartAttrsMap
The LinearERProfilePartAttrsMap sheet maps linear edge reinforcement profile part attributes
between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D linear edge reinforcement profile part attribute
to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CurvedERProfilePartAttrsMap
The CurvedERProfilePartAttrsMap sheet maps curved edge reinforcement profile part
attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D curved edge reinforcement profile part
attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

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LeafBeamSystemAttrsMap
The LeafBeamSystemAttrsMap sheet maps leaf beam system attributes between Smart 3D
and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D leaf beam system attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

BeamPartAttrsMap
The BeamPartAttrsMap sheet maps beam part attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D beam part attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

LinearSAStiffenerPartAttrsMap
The LinearSAStiffenerPartAttrsMap sheet maps linear SA stiffener part attributes between
Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D linear SA stiffener part attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CurvedSAStiffenerPartAttrsMap
The CurvedSAStiffenerPartAttrsMap sheet maps curved SA stiffener part attributes between
Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the name of the Smart 3D curved SA stiffener part attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

HoleFittingAttrsMap
The HoleFittingAttrsMap sheet maps hole fitting object attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D hole fitting attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

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StructureGlobalsMap
The StructureGlobalsMap sheet defines value mapping between Smart 3D Insulation,
InsulationSpecRef, SP3DMaterial, SmartItemMaterial, CrossSection, and PartNumber
attributes and PDMS.
The values contained on this sheet define the global settings for structure model
export and should not be modified.
SP3D Attribute - Displays the name of the Smart 3D attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Displays the name of the PDMS attribute to which SP3D Attribute is
mapped.

See Also
InsulationAttrMap (on page 108)
InsulationSpecAttrMap (on page 108)
StructureMatSpecMap (on page 109)
StructClassAdditionalAttributes (on page 109)
StructPartNumbersMap (on page 109)

InsulationAttrMap
The InsulationAttrMap sheet defines insulation encasement type design parameters for each
cross-section type.
Value - Type the Smart 3D insulation encasement type design parameter to map.
Attribute Name - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the Value setting is to be
mapped.
Attribute Value - Type the PDMS attribute value.

InsulationSpecAttrMap
The InsulationSpecAttrMap sheet defines insulation encasement type SpecRef attributes for
each cross-section type.
Value - Type the Smart 3D insulation encasement type design parameter to map.
Attribute Name - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the Value setting is to be
mapped.
Attribute Value - Type the PDMS attribute value.

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StructureMatSpecMap
The StructureMatSpecMap sheet defines the value mapping of the MatRef attribute for each
Smart 3D material type.
SP3D Value - Type the value of the Smart 3D MatRef attribute to map.
PDMS Value - Type the value of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Value setting is to be
mapped.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

SmartItemMaterialMap
Then SmartItemMaterialMap sheet defines mapping between Smart 3D footing and equipment
foundation objects and their assemblies and PDMS MatRef attributes.
Value - Type the Smart 3D footing, equipment foundation, or assembly object to map.
Attribute Name - Type the appropriate PDMS MatRef attribute to which the Value setting is to
be mapped.
Attribute Value - Type the required attribute value.

StructPartNumbersMap
The StructPartNumbersMap sheet maps Smart 3D structural object part numbers to the
appropriate PDMS MatRef attribute.
Value - Type the Smart 3D structural object part number to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the PDMS MatRef attribute value.
Attribute Value - Type the required MatRef attribute value.

StructClassAdditionalAttributes
The StructClassAdditionalAttributes sheet maps additional attributes between Smart 3D
cross-sections and PDMS.
For more information, see Map cross-section and orientation mismatches (on page 161).
Value - Type the Smart 3D cross-section attribute to map.
Attribute Name - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the Value setting is to be
mapped. The attributes GType, spre, and PLine are required.
Attribute Value - Type the required values for each of the PDMS attributes.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

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Cross-Section Maps
The sheets listed in the following table define value mapping between the Smart 3D crosssection name and the PDMS cross-section SpecRef attribute for that specific cross-section
type.
Each sheet name is identified by a unique string constructed by appending the crosssection standard with the cross-section type separated by a dash ( - ).

AISC-LRFD-HSSC

AISC-LRFD-W

AISC-LRFD-PIPE

AISC-LRFD-M

AISC-LRFD-L

AISC-LRFD-S

AISC-LRFD-C

AISC-LRFD-ST

AISC-LRFD-WT

AISC-LRFD-HP

AISC-LRFD-HSSR

AISC-LRFD-MC

SP3D Value - Type the name of the Smart 3D cross-section to map.

PDMS Value - Type the PDMS cross-section SpecRef attribute to which the SP3D Value
setting is to be mapped.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

Cardinal Point Maps

The sheets listed in the following table define value mapping between Smart 3D cardinal points
and the PDMS PLine attribute for a specific cross-section type.
Each sheet name is identified by a unique string constructed by appending the GType
value of that cross-section type with the string PLine separated by an underscore ( _ ).

TUBE_PLine

BOX_PLine

ANG_PLine

BEAM_PLine

DINU_PLine

SBM_PLine

TEE_PLine

STEE_PLine

SP3D Value - Type the value of the Smart 3D cardinal point to map.
PDMS Value - Type the value of the PDMS PLine attribute to which SP3D Value is mapped.
Remarks - Provides additional comments from Intergraph on default delivered mapping.

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Marine Cross-Section Maps

The sheets listed in the following table define value mapping between the Smart 3D crosssection name and the PDMS cross-section SpecRef attribute for that specific cross-section
type.
Each sheet name is identified by a unique string constructed by appending the crosssection standard with the cross-section type separated by a dash (-).
ShipShapes-I

ShipShapes-B

ShipShapes-FB

ShipShapes-ISType

ShipShapes-CSType

ShipShapes-H

ShipShapes-T_XType

ShipShapes-TSType

ShipShapes-EA

ShipShapes-RT

ShipShapes-P

ShipShapes-BUT

ShipShapes-C_SS

ShipShapes-UA

ShipShapes-BUTL2

ShipShapes-BUTL3

ShipShapes-HalfR

ShipShapes-R

SP3D Value - Type the name of the Smart 3D cross-section to map.

PDMS Value - Type the PDMS cross-section SpecRef attribute to which the Smart 3D crosssection is to be mapped.

Load Point Maps

The sheets listed in the following table define value mapping between Smart 3D load/key points
and the PDMS PLine attribute for a specific cross-section type.
Each sheet name is identified by a unique string constructed by appending the GType
value of that cross-section type with the string PLine separated by an underscore (_).
I_PLine

B_Pline

FB_Pline

ISType_Pline

CSType_Pline

H_Pline

T_XType_Pline

TSType_Pline

EA_Pline

RT_Pline

P_Pline

BUT_Pline

C_SS_Pline

UA_Pline

BUTL2_Pline

BUTL3_Pline

HalfR_Pline

R_Pline

SP3D Value - Type the name of the Smart 3D load point/key point to map.
PDMS Value - Type the PDMS PLine attribute to which the specified Smart 3D load point/key
point is to be mapped.

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Supports Translation Maps

Use the supports translation mapping sheets in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook to
map Smart 3D support properties to the correct PDMS support attributes. Before exporting
Smart 3D supports model data to PDMS, you must modify these sheets to ensure that the
following criteria have been met:

All of the support components in the Smart 3D model are mapped to corresponding
HANGER elements in PDMS.

The following Supports translation maps are delivered in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls

workbook:
SupportsClassMap
Maps the supported Supports classes between Smart 3D and PDMS. This is the main
mapping sheet for the Supports discipline. For more information, see SupportsClassMap (on
page 113).
CHgrPipeSupport
Maps piping supports attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CHgrPipeSupport (on page 113).
CHgrDuctSupport
Maps duct supports attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CHgrDuctSupport (on page 113).
CHgrCableTraySupport
Maps cable tray supports attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information,
see CHgrCableTraySupport (on page 113).
CHgrDesignSupport
Maps design supports attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information, see
CHgrDesignSupport (on page 114).
CHgrSupportComponent
Maps support component attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS. For more information,
see CHgrSupportComponent (on page 114).
HgrSupportGlobals
Defines global settings for hangers and support export. For more information, see
HgrSupportGlobals (on page 114).
SupportPartNumber
Defines PDMS SpecRef attributes for each type of support component. For more
information, see SupportPartNumber (on page 114).
SupportGTYPE
Defines PDMS GTypes for each type of Smart 3D support component. For more
information, see SupportGTYPE (on page 115).
SupportUserAttributes
Defines PDMS attributes and PDMS design parameters for each type of support

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component. For more information, see SupportUserAttributes (on page 115).

SupportsClassMap
The SupportsClassMap sheet defines the Support class mapping between Smart 3D and
PDMS. The Support classes that are displayed on the SupportsClassMap sheet are the only
ones that are currently supported for export to PDMS. Do not modify any of the values on this
sheet.
SP3D Class Name - Displays the Smart 3D Support class to map.
PDMS Class Name - Displays the PDMS Support class to which the SP3D Class Name setting
is to be mapped.
Attributes Sheet - Displays the sheet name in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook
that maps Smart 3D Support class attributes to PDMS.

CHgrPipeSupport
The CHgrPipeSupport sheet maps pipe support attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D pipe support attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CHgrDuctSupport
The CHgrDuctSupport sheet maps duct support attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D duct support attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CHgrCableTraySupport
The CHgrCableTraySupport sheet maps cable tray support attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D cable tray support attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

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CHgrDesignSupport
The CHgrDesignSupport sheet maps design support attributes between Smart 3D and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D design support attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

CHgrSupportComponent
The CHgrSupportComponent sheet maps support component attributes between Smart 3D
and PDMS.
SP3D Attribute - Type the Smart 3D support component attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Type the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting is
to be mapped.

HgrSupportGlobals
The HgrSupportGlobals sheet displays mapping between Smart 3D SP3DPartNumber,
SP3DPartNumber_GTYPE, SP3DPartNumber_UA, and PDMS elements. The first two
properties cross-reference their respective value mapping sheets and the third property in this
sheet cross-references its respective attribute mapping sheet.
The values contained on this sheet define the global settings for Hangers and
Supports model export and should not be modified.
SP3D Attribute - Displays the name of the Smart 3D property to map.
PDMS Attribute - Displays the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting
is to be mapped.

See Also
SupportPartNumber (on page 114)
SupportGTYPE (on page 115)
SupportUserAttributes (on page 115)

SupportPartNumber
The SupportPartNumber sheet maps part numbers of support components to the PDMS
SpecRef attribute of PDMS HANGER elements.
SP3D Value - Type the part number of the Smart 3D support component to map.
PDMS Value - Type the SpecRef attribute of the PDMS HANGER element to which the SP3D
Value setting is to be mapped.

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SupportGTYPE
The SupportGTYPE sheet maps part numbers of support components to the GTYPE of PDMS
HANGER elements.
SP3D Value - Type the part number of the Smart 3D support component to map.
PDMS Value - Type the GTYPE of the PDMS HANGER element to which the SP3D Value
setting is to be mapped.

SupportUserAttributes
The SupportUserAttributes sheet maps additional properties for Smart 3D support component
part numbers.
Value - Type the Smart 3D support component part number to map.
Attribute Name - Type the PDMS attribute which is created as an additional attribute for Value.
Attribute Value - Type the required attribute value.

Units Translation Maps

Use the units translation mapping sheets in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook to
map Smart 3D systems of units to the correct PDMS units attributes. Before exporting Smart 3D
units data to PDMS, you must modify these sheets to ensure that all of the system of units in the
Smart 3D model are mapped to corresponding system of units in PDMS.
After all of the mapping is completed in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls
workbook, run the PDMS Export Validation command to validate the mapping data in the
workbook. Any missing entries reported by the validation tool should be resolved. For more
information, see PDMS Export Validation (on page 41).
The following unit translation maps are delivered in the S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls
workbook:
UnitsClassMap
Defines the system of units mapping between Smart 3D and PDMS. The unit systems that
are displayed on this sheet are the only ones that are currently supported for export to
PDMS. For more information, see UnitsClassMap (on page 116).
UnitsGlobalsMap
Displays mapping between Smart 3D system of units and PDMS system of units. For more
information, see UnitsGlobalsMap (on page 116).
UnitsAdditionalAttributeMap
Maps Smart 3D measuring parameters and their units to those on PDMS. For more
information, see UnitsAdditionalAttributeMap (on page 116).

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UnitsClassMap
The UnitsClassMap sheet defines the system of units mapping between Smart 3D and PDMS.
The unit systems that are displayed on this sheet are the only ones that are currently supported
for export to PDMS.
Do not modify any of the values on this sheet.
SP3D Class Name - Displays the Smart 3D units class to map.
PDMS Class Name - Displays the PDMS units class to which the SP3D Class Name setting is
to be mapped.
Attributes Sheet - Displays the sheet name in the S3DPDMSExport.xls workbook that maps
Smart 3D units class properties to PDMS.

UnitsGlobalsMap
The UnitsGlobalsMap sheet displays mapping between Smart 3D system of units and PDMS
system of units. The values contained on this sheet define the global settings for piping model
export and should not be modified.
SP3D Attribute - Displays the name of the Smart 3D attribute to map.
PDMS Attribute - Displays the name of the PDMS attribute to which the SP3D Attribute setting
is to be mapped.

UnitsAdditionalAttributeMap
The UnitsAdditionalAttributeMap sheet maps Smart 3D measuring parameters and their units
to those on PDMS.
SP3D Value Do not modify this entry.
PDMS Attribute - Do not modify this entry.
Attribute Value - You can change these values so that PDMS can accept these strings but
there are some limitations.

You can change the way a unit is written to the DATAL file but should not change it into its
derived forms. For example, if distance is written in millimeters, the mapping sheet can be
modified to write MM, mm, or Millimeter but not centimeter or kilometer.

You cannot add new measuring parameters to the sheet.

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Workbook
The File > Import > PDMS Datal Import > Import Model command uses the Microsoft Excel
workbook PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls to map all of the PDMS objects and object properties to
the corresponding objects in Smart 3D. By default, the workbook is delivered in the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder during setup.
The PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook consists of all of the required types of translation
mapping worksheets. Before you import PDMS model data, modify these mapping worksheets
to ensure that they meet all of the necessary criteria. Refer to comments in the delivered
mapping file sheets for more information on configuring the mapping files.

Equipment Translation Maps (on page 119)

Piping Translation Maps (on page 124)

Structure Translation Maps (on page 130)

HVAC Translation Maps (on page 145)

Hangers and Supports Translation Maps (on page 150)

Hierarchy Translation Maps

Common Mapping Attribute Settings

When modifying the translation mapping worksheets, some of the data columns are specific to
that individual worksheet. Other data columns are common amongst many mapping worksheets.
When you modify a mapping worksheet, you may see any, or all, of the data columns listed
below.

MapType
Indicates the map type of the attribute. Acceptable values are:

NameDef specifies that the value needs to be directly transferred. For example, an
attribute named Name exists in the source system and an identical attribute named
Name exists in the target system. Because both attributes have the same meaning, the
value only needs to be transferred between the two systems. By default, if no MapType
is specified, NameDef is used.

ValueDef specifies that the value of an attribute must be mapped before it is

transferred.

AdditionalAttributeDef specifies that you must create new or additional attributes for
the value of a given attribute.

PatternDef specifies that the creation of a new value for an attribute is to be based on a
specific pattern.

n - Variable number of digits in a numeric field.

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? - Wild card. Matches any single printable character.

* - Wild token. Matches any number of printable characters.

[ ] - Literal character match. Matches the character that appears within the brackets.
For example, [N] matches the upper case character, N.

~ - Reverse pattern match. For example, AA-NNN~ matches AA-NNN or NNN-AA.

CharacterDef - Splits the value of an attribute using a delimiter or character position

and string length to generate new attributes.

SheetName
Identifies the name of the sheet in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook that contains
additional mapping information related to the attribute, if any exists.

Formula
Defines the formula Smart 3D uses to calculate the value of the attribute to map, if one is
needed. For example, if the source system has an attribute Radius that needs to be
mapped to the destination system's attribute Diameter, the software cannot substitute one
value for the other. Instead the value used for Diameter would result from the following
calculation: Diameter = 2 * Radius.

Value
Defines the value to set for the Smart 3D attribute, or defines the PDMS value that needs
additional mapping.

Label
Specifies whether the Smart 3D attribute is a label. Type TRUE/YES or FALSE/NO. Entries
can be in lowercase or uppercase. For more information, see Mapping equipment attributes
using labels (see "Map equipment attributes using labels" on page 154).

Ignore
Specifies whether the item is ignored during import. Type TRUE/YES or FALSE/NO. Entries
can be in lowercase or uppercase.

Remarks
Specifies any additional information regarding the data being mapped.

See Also
Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D Catalogs (on page 57)

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Equipment Translation Maps

Use the equipment translation mapping sheets in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook to
map PDMS equipment attributes to the correct Smart 3D equipment properties. Before importing
PDMS equipment model data to Smart 3D, modify these mapping sheets to ensure that the
following criteria are met:

All catalog equipment objects in the PDMS model are mapped to corresponding equipment
objects in Smart 3D.

All primitives in PDMS are mapped to the corresponding shapes in the Smart 3D model.

All nozzles in PDMS are mapped to the corresponding pipe nozzles in Smart 3D. This is
mandatory to import nozzles into Smart 3D regardless of the options that are defined in the
PDMSImportTranslator.ini file.

After you complete all of the mapping in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls

workbook, run PDMS Import Validation to validate the mapping data in the workbook. Resolve
any missing entries reported by the validation tool. For more information, see PDMS Import
Validation (on page 60).
The PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook delivers the following equipment translation maps:
AspectMap
Maps PDMS level (LEVE) values to the Smart 3D apsects codelist values that are present
in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook. For more information, see AspectMap (on page 123).
CPEquipmentComptMap
Maps PDMS SUBEQUIPMENT attributes to Smart 3D CPEquipmentComponent class
properties. For more information, see CPEquipmentComptMap (on page 121).
CPPipeNozzleMap
Maps PDMS nozzle attributes to Smart 3D CPPipeNozzle class properties. For more
information, see CPPipeNozzleMap (on page 121).
CPShapeAdditionalAttributes
Maps additional attributes, such as dimensional data and adjustment rotation matrix that are
set for the shapes with the corresponding Smart 3D PartNumber. For more information, see
CPShapeAdditionalAttributes (on page 123).
CPShapeMap
Maps PDMS primitive attributes and the equivalent Smart 3D CPShape class properties. For
more information, see CPShapeMap (on page 121).
CPShapeValueMap
Maps each PDMS primitive to its equivalent Smart 3D shape PartNumber. For more
information, see CPShapeValueMap (on page 123).
CPSmartEquipmentMap
Maps PDMS EQUIPMENT attributes to Smart 3D CPSmartEquipment class properties. For
more information, see CPSmartEquipmentMap (on page 121).
EqpGlobalsMap
Defines the mapping between PartNumber, ShapePartNumber, AspectCode, and

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SP3DNozzleOrientation . For more information, see EqpGlobalsMap (on page 122).
EquipmentClassMap
Maps the supported equipment classes between PDMS and Smart 3D. This is the main
mapping sheet for the equipment discipline. This sheet contains different class map sheets
for CPSmartEquipment, CPEquipmentComponent, CPShape, and CPPipeNozzle. This
sheet also contains a global sheet, which includes additional mapping information. For more
information, see EquipmentClassMap (on page 120).
NozzleAdditionalAttrMap
Provides additional attribute mapping that is required to map PDMS nozzles to Smart 3D
CPPipeNozzle. You can add the mapping for PDMS nozzles. The CATRef attribute of a
PDMS nozzle is mapped to different Smart 3D attributes, such as PartNumber, Units, and
dimensional data such as NPD. For more information, see NozzleAdditionalAttrMap (on
page 122).
You can also provide mapping for additional attributes such as PrimaryDirection
and SecondaryDirection of the nozzle.
NozzleOrientationAttrMap
Contains the mapping for nozzle orientation, such as PrimaryDirection and
SecondaryDirection. These attributes are obtained from the nozzle flow direction and
normal direction in the PDMS catalog. For more information, see NozzleOrientationAttrMap
(on page 123).
PartNumberAdditionalAttributes
Contains additional attributes required to import equipment and equipment component
dimensional data, such as Diameter and Length. For more information, see
PartNumberAdditionalAttributes (on page 122).
PartNumberValueMap
Maps PDMS equipment CatRef to Smart 3D equipment PartNumber. For more information,
see PartNumberValueMap (on page 122).

EquipmentClassMap
The EquipmentClassMap sheet displays the equipment class mapping between Smart 3D and
PDMS. The equipment classes that are displayed on this sheet are the only equipment classes
that are currently supported for import to Smart 3D.
Do not modify any of the values on this sheet.
SP3D Class Name
Displays the Smart 3D equipment class to map.
PDMS Class Name
Displays the PDMS equipment class to which Smart 3D Class Name is mapped.
Attributes Sheet
Displays the sheet name in the PDMSS3DImport.xls workbook that maps the PDMS
equipment class properties to Smart 3D.

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CPSmartEquipmentMap
The CPSmartEquipmentMap sheet maps equipment attributes between PDMS and Smart 3D.
PDMS Attribute
Type the name of the PDMS attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D equipment property to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

CPEquipmentComptMap
The CPEquipmentComptMap sheet maps equipment component attributes between Smart 3D
and PDMS.
PDMS Attribute
Type the name of the PDMS equipment component property to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

CPShapeMap
The CPShapeMap sheet contains the attribute mapping between the PDMS primitive and the
equivalent Smart 3D shape.
PDMS Attribute
Type the name of the PDMS shape property to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

CPPipeNozzleMap
The CPPipeNozzleMap sheet maps pipe elbow nozzle attributes between Smart 3D and
PDMS.
PDMS Attribute
Type the name of the PDMS shape property to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

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NozzleAdditionalAttrMap
The NozzleAdditionalAttributes sheet maps PDMS nozzle parameters to Smart 3D attributes.
PDMS Value
Type the PDMS nozzle parameter to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which PDMS Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the required attribute value.

EqpGlobalsMap
The EquipGlobalsMap sheet displays mapping between Smart 3D PartNumber,
ShapePartNumber, AspectCode, and SP3DNozzleOrientation and PDMS.
The values contained on this sheet define the global settings for equipment model
import. Do not modify these values.
PDMS Attribute
Displays the name of the PDMS attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Displays the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

PartNumberValueMap
The PartNumberValueMap sheet maps PDMS part numbers to Smart 3D.
PDMS Value
Type the PDMS part number to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D part number to which PDMS Value is mapped.

PartNumberAdditionalAttributes
The PartNumberAdditionalAttributes sheet maps additional attributes for <Product> part
numbers. Each additional attribute cross-references to its additional attribute sheet containing
design parameters.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D part number to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the Smart 3D attribute to which SP3D Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the required attribute value.

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CPShapeValueMap
The CPShapeValueMap sheet maps each PDMS primitive to its equivalent Smart 3D shape
PartNumber.
PDMS Value
Type the PDMS primitive name to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D shape part class to which PDMS Value is mapped.

CPShapeAdditionalAttributes
The CPShapeAdditionalAttributes sheet maps additional attributes, such as dimensional data
and adjustment rotation matrix, that are set for the shapes with the corresponding Smart 3D
PartNumber.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D shape type.
Attribute Name
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which SP3D Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the required value for the attribute.

AspectMap
The AspectMap sheet maps the PDMS level (LEVE) value to the Smart 3D apsects codelist
value in the AllCodeLists.xls workbook.
PDMS Value
Type the PDMS level to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D codelist value to which PDMS Value is mapped.

NozzleOrientationAttrMap
The NozzleOrientationAttrMap sheet maps nozzle orientations.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D nozzle orientation to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the Smart 3D attribute to which SP3D Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the required attribute value.

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Piping Translation Maps

Use the piping translation mapping sheets in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook to map
PDMS piping to relevant Smart 3D piping properties. Before importing PDMS piping model data
to Smart 3D, modify these sheets to ensure that the following criteria are met:

All PDMS specifications in the PDMS DATAL file are mapped to corresponding Smart 3D
specifications.

All components in the PDMS model are mapped to corresponding components in Smart 3D.

All PCOMPs and INSTs in PDMS are mapped to corresponding Smart 3D piping specialties
and instruments.

All PDMS gaskets are mapped to corresponding gaskets in the Smart 3D catalog.

After you complete all of the mapping in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls

workbook, run PDMS Import Validation to validate the mapping data in the workbook. Resolve
any missing entries reported by the validation tool. For more information, see PDMS Import
Validation (on page 60).
The PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook delivers the following structure translation maps:
ComponentOrientationAttrMap
Provides options for mapping the primary direction (flow direction) and the secondary
direction (normal direction) of the PDMS component in the PDMS catalog. For more
information, see ComponentOrientationAttrMap (on page 130).
CPMPipeRunMap
Maps PDMS BRANCH attributes, such as HBORE and PSPEC, to relevant Smart 3D pipe
run class properties. For more information, see CPMPipeRunMap (on page 126).
CPPipelineSystemMap
Maps PDMS PIPE attributes to Smart 3D pipeline system properties. For more information,
see CPPipelineSystemMap (on page 126).
PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Below
Defines the PDMS constants that are present in the PDMS piping .att file (for PDMS
versions prior to 12.0) to relevant Smart 3D values. These Smart 3D constants are used in
the code. You do not need to change the mapping. For more information, see
PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Below (on page 129).
PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Above
Defines the PDMS constants that are present in the PDMS piping .att file (for PDMS version
12.0 and later) to relevant Smart 3D values. These Smart 3D constants are used in the
code. You do not need to change the mapping. For more information, see
PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Above (on page 130).
PipingClassMap
Maps the supported piping classes between PDMS and Smart 3D. This is the main mapping
sheet for the piping discipline. This sheet contains class mapping sheets for pipeline
systems, pipe runs, pipe components, pipe instruments, and pipe supports. This mapping
sheet also contains a global sheet that provides additional mapping information. For more
information, see PipingClassMap (on page 126).

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PipeRunSpecMap
Maps PDMS piping specifications with the relevant Smart 3D specification. For more
information, see PipeRunSpecMap (on page 127).
PipeComponentAttrsMap
Maps PDMS piping component attributes, such as RADI, to relevant Smart 3D piping
component properties, such as BendRadius, or to UserAttributes.<Property>. For more
information, see PipeComponentAttrsMap (on page 127).
PipeInstrumentAttrsMap
Maps PDMS piping instrument attributes to relevant Smart 3D piping instrument properties
or to UserAttributes.<Property>. For more information, see PipeInstrumentAttrsMap (on
page 127).
PipeSupportAttrsMap
Maps PDMS piping support attributes to relevant Smart 3D piping support properties or to
UserAttributes.<Property>. For more information, see PipeSupportAttrsMap (on page 127).
PipingGlobalsMap_V11
Defines the global settings for importing a PDMS DATAL or .att file prior to PDMS version
12.0. For more information, see PipingGlobalsMap_V11 (on page 128).
PipingGlobalsMap_V12
Defines the global settings for importing a PDMS DATAL or .att file for PDMS version 12.0
and later. For more information, see PipingGlobalsMap_V12 (on page 128).
RunChangeComponentsMap
Provides options for mapping PDMS piping RunChange components, such as reducers and
tees into Smart 3D. Use this mapping sheet to map the PDMS SPRE to the NPD values for
each PDMS component port in ascending order. For example, map the NPD value for
Port1, and then map the NPD value for Port2, and so forth. For more information, see
RunChangeComponentsMap (on page 129).
ShortCodeAdditionalAttributes
Maps PDMS piping component and instrument short codes to relevant Smart 3D component
properties, such as GeometryType, TreatItemCodeAsTag, IsRotationApplicable, and
IsSpecificallyPlaced, and its corresponding short code value. For more information, see
ShortCodeAdditionalAttributes.
SP3DXMLPartTypeMap
Maps PDMS piping GTypes, such as VALVE, FLANGE, ELBOW, and INST, that are
present in the DATAL or .att File to relevant Smart 3D piping components or instruments.
For more information, see SP3DXMLPartTypeMap (on page 128).
SPREFSP3DIdentifierPatternMap
Maps PDMS piping component or instrument SPREs to relevant Smart 3D piping short
codes, such as Flange or Concentric Size Change. For more information, see
SPREFSP3DIdentifierPatternMap (on page 129).
SPREFSP3DOptionCodePatternMap
Maps the PDMS component SPRE to the relevant Smart 3D option code. For more
information, see SPREFSP3DOptionCodePatternMap (on page 129).

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PipingClassMap
The PipingClassMap sheet defines the piping class mapping between PDMS and Smart 3D.
The piping classes that display on the PipingClassMap sheet are the only piping classes that
are currently supported for import to Smart 3D.
Do not modify any of the values on this sheet.
SP3D Class Name
Displays the Smart 3D piping class to which PDMS Class Name is mapped.
PDMS Class Name
Displays the PDMS piping class to map.
Attributes Sheet
Displays the sheet name in the PDMSS3DImport.xls workbook that maps piping class
properties between PDMS and Smart 3D.

CPPipelineSystemMap
The CPPipelineSystemMap sheet maps PDMS PIPE attributes to Smart 3D pipeline system
properties
PDMS Attribute
Type the name of the PDMS PIPE attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D pipeline system attribute to which PDMS Attribute is
mapped.

CPMPipeRunMap
The CPMPipeRunMap sheet PDMS BRANCH attributes, such as HBORE and PSPEC, to
relevant Smart 3D pipe run class properties.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS BRANCH attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D pipe run class property to which PDMS Attribute is
mapped.

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PipeRunSpecMap
The PipeRunSpecMap sheet maps PDMS piping specifications with the relevant Smart 3D
specification.
PDMS Value
Type the name of the PDMS piping specification to map.
SP3D Value
Type the name of the Smart 3D specification to which PDMS Value is mapped.

PipeComponentAttrsMap
The PipeComponentAttrsMap sheet maps PDMS piping component attributes to relevant
Smart 3D piping component properties.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS piping component attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D piping component property to which PDMS Attribute is
mapped.

PipeInstrumentAttrsMap
The PipeInstrumentAttrsMap sheet maps PDMS piping instrument attributes to relevant Smart
3D piping instrument properties
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS pipe instrument attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D piping instrument property to which PDMS Attribute is
mapped.

PipeSupportAttrsMap
The PipeSupportAttrsMap sheet maps PDMS piping support attributes to relevant Smart 3D
piping support properties.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS pipe support attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

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PipingGlobalsMap_V11
The PipingGlobalsMap_V11 sheet defines the global settings for importing a PDMS DATAL or
.att file prior to PDMS version 12.0.
The values contained on this sheet define the global settings for piping model data
import. Do not modify these values.
PDMS Attribute
Displays the name of the PDMS attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Displays the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

PipingGlobalsMap_V12
The PipingGlobalsMap_V12 sheet defines the global settings for importing a PDMS DATAL or
.att file from PDMS version 12.0 or later.
The values contained on this sheet define the global settings for piping model data
import. Do not modify these values.
PDMS Attribute
Displays the name of the PDMS attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Displays the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

SP3DXMLPartTypeMap
The SP3DXMLPartTypeMap sheet maps PDMS piping GTypes that are present in the DATAL
or .att file to relevant Smart 3D piping components or instruments.
PDMS Value
Type the PDMS piping GType to map.
SP3D Value
Type the name of the Smart 3D piping component or instrument to which PDMS Value is
mapped.

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SPREFSP3DIdentifierPatternMap
The SPREFSP3DIdentifierPatternMap sheet maps PDMS piping component or instrument
SPREs to relevant Smart 3D piping short codes.
PDMS Value
Type the PDMS piping component or instrument SPRE to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D piping short code to which Smart 3D is mapped.

SPREFSP3DOptionCodePatternMap
The SPREFSP3DOptionCodePatternMap sheet maps the PDMS component SPRE to the
relevant Smart 3D option code.
PDMS Value
Type the PDMS component SPRE to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D option code to which PDMS Value is mapped.

RunChangeComponentsMap
The RunChangeComponentsMap sheet provides options for mapping PDMS piping run
change components, such as reducers and tees, into Smart 3D. Use this mapping sheet to map
the PDMS SPRE to the NPD values for each PDMS component port in ascending order. For
example, map the NPD value (NPD1) for Port1, and then map the NPD value (NPD2) for Port2,
and so forth.

PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Below
The PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Below sheet defines the PDMS constants that are present in
the PDMS piping .att file (for PDMS versions prior to 12.0) to relevant Smart 3D values.
The values contained on this sheet define the Smart 3D constants that are used in
the code. Do not modify these values.
SP3D Value
Displays the name of the Smart 3D constant to which PDMS Value is mapped.
PDMS Value
Displays the constant present in the PDMS .att piping file to map.

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PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Above
The PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Above sheet defines the PDMS constants that are present in
the PDMS piping .att file (for PDMS version 12.0 and later) to relevant Smart 3D values.
The values contained on this sheet define the Smart 3D constants that are used in
the code. Do not modify these values.
SP3D Value
Displays the name of the Smart 3D constant to which PDMS Value is mapped.
PDMS Value
Displays the constant present in the PDMS .att piping file to map.

ComponentOrientationAttrMap
The ComponentOrientationAttrMap sheet provides options for mapping the primary direction
(flow direction) and the secondary direction (normal direction) of the PDMS component in the
PDMS catalog.

Structure Translation Maps

Use the structure translation mapping sheets in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook to
map PDMS structure attributes to the correct Smart 3D structure properties. Before importing
PDMS structure model data to Smart 3D, modify these sheets to ensure that the following
criteria are met:

All cross-sections and PLine attributes in the PDMS catalog are mapped to the
corresponding cross-sections and cardinal points in the Smart 3D model. This is mandatory
for the import of members to Smart 3D.

After you complete all of the mapping in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls

workbook, run PDMS Import Validation to validate the mapping data in the workbook. Resolve
any missing entries reported by the validation tool. For more information, see PDMS Import
Validation (on page 60).
You can define the Default value in each sheet as the PDMS PLine attribute, mapped to
the Smart 3D cardinal point. The software uses the Default value only if JUSL is not defined for
the section or is not mapped in the mapping file. If you do not map the Default value to a
cardinal point, the software defines the cardinal point as 5-Center.
The PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook delivers the following structure translation maps:
BUBoxFM_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS BUBoxFM cross-section PLine attribute and the
Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point. For more information, see BUBoxFM_PLine
(on page 141).
BUC_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS BUC cross-section PLine attribute and the Smart 3D
standard cross-section cardinal point. For more information, see BUC_PLine (on page 141).
BUCone_PLine

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Provides mapping between the PDMS BUCone cross-sections PLine attribute and the
Smart 3D standard cross-sections cardinal point. For more information, see BUCone_PLine
(on page 142).
BUI_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS BUI cross-section PLine attribute and the Smart 3D
standard cross-section cardinal point. For more information, see BUI_PLine (on page 139).
BuiltUpCrossSecAdditionalAtt
Provides mapping between PDMS cross-sections with design parameters and Smart 3D
standard cross-sections. Smart 3D ReferenceStandard and CrossSection attribute values
are obtained from corresponding cross sections in Smart 3D catalog. For more information,
see BuiltUpCrossSecAdditionalAtt (on page 138).
BuiltupDesignParametersMap
Provides additional attributes, such as dimensional data, that Smart 3D sets on interfaces.
Dimensional data is obtained from the corresponding cross-section design parameters in the
PDMS DATAL file. For more information, see BuiltupDesignParametersMap (on page 138).
BUL_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS BUL cross-section PLine attribute and the Smart 3D
standard cross-section cardinal point. For more information, see BUL_PLine (on page 140).
BUTee_PLine
Provides mapping between PDMS BUTee cross-section PLine attribute and the Smart 3D
standard cross-section cardinal point. For more information, see BUTee_PLine (on page
140).
BUTube_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS BUTube cross-sections PLine attribute and the
Smart 3D standard cross-sections cardinal point. For more information, see BUTube_PLine
(on page 142).
C_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS C cross-section PLine attribute and the Smart 3D
standard cross-section cardinal point. For more information, see C_PLine (on page 141).
CoordinateSysAttrMap
Maps PDMS DATUM attributes to Smart 3D SPGCoordinateSystem class properties. For
more information, see CoordinateSysAttrMap (on page 136).
FootingRefMap
Provides mapping between the PDMS footing reference SPRE and the Smart 3D footing
part number. For more information, see FootingRefMap (on page 145).
HSSC_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS HSSC cross-section PLine attribute and the Smart
3D standard cross-section cardinal point. For more information, see HSSC_PLine (on page
142).
HP_PLine
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standard cross-sections cardinal point. For more information, see HP_PLine (on page 142).
HSSR_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS HSSR cross-section PLine attribute and the Smart
3D standard cross-section cardinal point. For more information, see HSSR_PLine (on page
141).
InsulationAttrMap
Maps PDMS Insulation attributes to Smart 3D CStructInsulation class properties. For more
information, see InsulationAttrMap (on page 135).
InsulationMap
Provides mapping for the PDMS fire-proofing reference SPRE to the corresponding Smart
3D InsulationSpec and Length. The PDMS fire-proofing reference SPRE contains
concatenated PDMS values ([SPRE]-[MATR]-[GRADE]-[FIRE]). For more information, see
InsulationMap (on page 145).
JointRefMap
Provides mapping between the PDMS joint reference SPRE and the Smart 3D assembly
connection part number. For more information, see JointRefMap (on page 144).
L_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS L cross-section PLine attribute and the Smart 3D
standard cross-section cardinal point. For more information, see L_PLine (on page 140).
M_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS M cross-sections PLine attribute and the Smart 3D
standard cross-sections cardinal point. For more information, see M_PLine (on page 143).
MC_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS MC cross-sections PLine attribute and Smart 3D
standard cross-sections cardinal point. For more information, see MC_PLine (on page 143).
MT_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS MT cross-sections PLine attribute and Smart 3D
standard cross-sections cardinal point. For more information, see MT_PLine (on page 143).
PIPE_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS PIPE cross-sections PLine attribute and the Smart
3D standard cross-sections cardinal point. For more information, see PIPE_PLine (on page
143).
PlatePartMap
Provides mapping between PDMS FLOOR attributes and Smart 3D slab properties. For
more information, see PlatePartMap (on page 135).
PlateThicknessDirMap
Provides mapping between the PDMS Panel Justification attribute and the Smart 3D
General Plate Thickness Direction attribute. For more information, see
PlateThicknessDirMap (on page 139).
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Provides mapping between the PDMS RS cross-sections PLine attribute and the Smart 3D
standard cross-sections cardinal point. For more information, see RS_PLine (on page 144).
S_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS S cross-sections PLine attribute and the Smart 3D
standard cross-sections cardinal point. For more information, see S_PLine (on page 144).
SlabFacePositionMap
Provides mapping between the PDMS Floor Justification attribute and the Smart 3D Slab
Face Position attribute. For more information, see SlabFacePositionMap (on page 139).
SPSMemberSystemCurveMap
Maps PDMS GENSEC attributes to Smart 3D SPSMemberSystemCurve (Curved Member
Systems) class properties. For more information, see SPSMemberSystemCurveMap (on
page 135).
SPSMemberSystemLinearMap
Maps PDMS SCTN attributes to Smart 3D SPSMemberSystemLinear (Linear Member
Systems) class properties. For more information, see SPSMemberSystemLinearMap (on
page 135).
SPSSlabEntityMap
Provides mapping between PDMS PANEL attributes and Smart 3D plate properties. For
more information, see SPSSlabEntityMap (on page 134).
StandardCrossSecAdditionalAtt
Provides mapping between PDMS cross-sections and Smart 3D standard cross-sections.
Smart 3D ReferenceStandard and CrossSection attribute values are obtained from the
corresponding cross-sections in the Smart 3D catalog. For more information, see
StandardCrossSecAdditionalAtt (on page 137).
StructureClassMap
Maps the supported structure classes between PDMS and Smart 3D. This is the main
mapping sheet for the structure discipline. This sheet contains cross-references to the class
mapping sheets for SPSSlabEntity, Plate, SPSMemberSystemLinear,
SPSMemberSystemCurve, CStructInsulation, SPGCoordinateSystem, and
StructureGlobals. This mapping sheet also contains a global sheet that provides additional
mapping information. For more information, see StructureClassMap (on page 134).
StructureGlobalsMap
Defines global settings for structural model data import. For more information, see
StructureGlobalsMap (on page 136).
StructureMatSpecMap
Provides mapping for Smart 3D MaterialType and MaterialGrade attributes. This
translation sets these attributes to the corresponding PDMS structural Material value. The
PDMS structural Material value contains the concatenated values for Material and Grade
([MATR]-[GRADE]), which are obtained from the PDMS DATAL file. For more information,
see StructureMatSpecMap (on page 136).
StructurePlateMatSpecMap
Provides mapping for Smart 3D PlateType and PlateGrade attributes. These attributes are

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set to the corresponding PDMS Panel Material value. The PDMS Panel Material value
contains the concatenated values for Material and Grade ([MATR]-[GRADE]), which are
obtained from the PDMS DATAL file. For more information, see StructurePlateMatSpecMap
(on page 137).
StructureSlabMatSpecMap
Provides mapping for Smart 3D SlabType and SlabComposition attributes. These
attributes are set to the corresponding PDMS Floor Material value. The PDMS Floor
Material value contains the concatenated values for Material and Grade ([MATR]-[GRADE]),
which are obtained from the PDMS DATAL file. For more information, see
StructureSlabMatSpecMap (on page 137).
W_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS W cross-section PLine attribute and the Smart 3D
standard cross-section cardinal point. For more information, see W_PLine (on page 139).
WT_PLine
Provides mapping between the PDMS WT-cross-section PLine attribute and the Smart 3D
standard cross-section cardinal point. For more information, see WT_PLine (on page 140).
XSectionAdditionalAttr
Maps Smart 3D RotationAngle and Reflect attributes to the corresponding PDMS crosssection. For more information, see XSectionAdditionalAttr (on page 138).

StructureClassMap
The StructureClassMap sheet defines the structure class mapping between Smart 3D and
PDMS. The structure classes that are displayed on this sheet are the only structure classes that
are currently supported for export to PDMS.
Do not modify any of the values on this sheet.
SP3D Class Name
Displays the Smart 3D structure class to map.
PDMS Class Name
Displays the PDMS structure class to which SP3D Class Name is mapped.
Attributes Sheet
Displays the sheet name in the PDMSS3DImport.xls workbook that maps Smart 3D
structure class properties to PDMS.

SPSSlabEntityMap
The SPSSlabEntityMap sheet provides mapping between PDMS PANEL attributes and Smart
3D plate properties.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS PANEL attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D plate property to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

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PlatePartMap
The PlatePartMap sheet provides mapping between PDMS FLOOR attributes and Smart 3D
slab properties.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS FLOOR attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D slab property to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

SPSMemberSystemLinearMap
The SPSMemberSystemLinearMap sheet maps PDMS SCTN attributes to Smart 3D
SPSMemberSystemLinear (Linear Member Systems) class properties.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS SCTN attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the SPSMemberSystemLinear (Linear Member Systems) class property
to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

SPSMemberSystemCurveMap
The SPSMemberSystemCurveMap sheet maps PDMS GENSEC attributes to Smart 3D
SPSMemberSystemCurve (Curved Member Systems) class properties.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS GENSEC attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the PSMemberSystemCurve (Curved Member Systems) class property to
which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

InsulationAttrMap
The InsulationAttrMap sheet maps PDMS FITTING attributes to Smart 3D CStructInsulation
class properties.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS FITTING attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D CStructInsulation class property to which PDMS Attribute
is mapped.

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CoordinateSysAttrMap
The CoordinateSysAttrMap sheet maps PDMS DATUM attributes to Smart 3D
SPGCoordinateSystem class properties.
PDMS Attribute
Type PDMS DATUM attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D SPGCoordinateSystem class property to which PDMS
Attribute is mapped

StructureGlobalsMap
The StructureGlobalsMap sheet maps global settings for structural model data import.
The values contained on this sheet define the global settings for structure model
export. Do not modify these values.
PDMS Attribute
Displays the name of the PDMS attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Displays the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

StructureMatSpecMap
The StructureMatSpecMap sheet provides mapping for Smart 3D MaterialType and
MaterialGrade attributes. These attributes are set to the corresponding PDMS Material value.
The PDMS Material value contains the concatenated values for Material and Grade ([MATR][GRADE]), which are obtained from the PDMS DATAL file.
Value
Type the PDMSMaterial value to map.
Attribute Name
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the Smart 3D attribute value.

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StructureSlabMatSpecMap
The StructureSlabMatSpecMap sheet provides mapping for Smart 3D SlabType and
SlabComposition attributes. These attributes are set to the corresponding PDMS Floor Material
value. The PDMS Floor Material value contains the concatenated values for Material and Grade
([MATR]-[GRADE]), which are obtained from the PDMS DATAL file.
Value
Type the PDMS Floor Material value to map.
Attribute Name
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the Smart 3D attribute value.

StructurePlateMatSpecMap
The StructurePlateMatSpecMap sheet provides mapping for Smart 3D PlateType and
PlateGrade attributes. These attributes are set to the corresponding PDMS Panel Material
value. The PDMS Panel Material value contains the concatenated values for Material and Grade
([MATR]-[GRADE]), which are obtained from the PDMS DATAL file.
Value
Type the PDMS Panel Material value to map.
Attribute Name
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the Smart 3D attribute value.

StandardCrossSecAdditionalAtt
The StandardCrossSecAdditionalAtt sheet provides mapping between PDMS cross-sections
and Smart 3D standard cross-sections.
The translation obtains Smart 3D ReferenceStandard and CrossSection attribute
values from the corresponding cross-sections in the Smart 3D catalog.
Value
Type the PDMS cross-section to map.
Attribute Name
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the Smart 3D attribute value.

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BuiltUpCrossSecAdditionalAtt
The BuiltUpCrossSecAdditionalAtt sheet provides mapping between PDMS cross-sections
with design parameters and Smart 3D standard cross-sections. Smart 3D ReferenceStandard
and CrossSection attribute values are obtained from corresponding cross sections in the Smart
3D catalog.
Value
Type the PDMS cross-section design parameter to map.
Attribute Name
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the Smart 3D attribute value.

BuiltupDesignParametersMap
The BuiltupDesignParametersMap sheet provides additional attributes, such as dimensional
data, that are set on interfaces. Dimensional data is obtained from the corresponding crosssection design parameters in the PDMS DATAL file.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D additional attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which SP3D Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the Smart 3D attribute value.

XSectionAdditionalAttr
The XSectionAdditionalAttr sheet maps Smart 3D RotationAngle and Reflect attributes to
the corresponding PDMS cross-section.
Value
Type the PDMS cross-section to map.
Attribute Name
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the Smart 3D attribute value.

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PlateThicknessDirMap
The PlateThicknessDirMap sheet provides mapping between the PDMS Panel Justification
attribute and the Smart 3D General Plate Thickness Direction attribute.
PDMS Value
Type the PDMS Panel Justification attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D General Plate Thickness Direction attribute to which the
PDMS Value setting is to be mapped.

SlabFacePositionMap
The SlabFacePositionMap sheet provides mapping between the PDMS Floor Justification
attribute and the Smart 3D Slab Face Position attribute.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS Floor Justification attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D Slab Face Position attribute to which the PDMS Value
setting is to be mapped.

W_PLine
The WT_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS WT cross-section PLine attribute
and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS WT cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

BUI_PLine
The BUI_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS BUI cross-section PLine attribute
and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS BUI cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

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WT_PLine
The WT_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS WT cross-section PLine attribute
and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS WT cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

BUTee_PLine
The BUTee_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS BUTee cross-section PLine
attribute and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS BUTee cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

L_PLine
The L_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS L cross-section PLine attribute and
the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS L cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

BUL_PLine
The BUL_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS BUL cross-section PLine attribute
and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS BUL cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

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C_PLine
The C_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS C cross-section PLine attribute and
the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS C cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

BUC_PLine
The BUC_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS BUC cross-section PLine
attribute and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS BUC cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which the PDMS Value setting
is to be mapped.

HSSR_PLine
The HSSR_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS HSSR cross-section PLine
attribute and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS HSSR cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

BUBoxFM_PLine
The BUBoxFM_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS BUBoxFM cross-section
PLine attribute and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS BUBoxFM cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which the PDMS Value setting
is to be mapped.

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HSSC_PLine
The HSSC_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS HSSC cross-section PLine
attribute and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS HSSC cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

BUTube_PLine
The BUTube_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS BUTube cross-section PLine
attribute and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS BUTube cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

BUCone_PLine
The BUCone_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS BUCone cross-section PLine
attribute and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS BUCone cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

HP_PLine
The HP_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS HP cross-section PLine attribute
and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS HP cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

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M_PLine
The M_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS M cross-section PLine attribute and
the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS M cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

MC_PLine
The MC_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS MC cross-section PLine attribute
and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS MC cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

MT_PLine
The MT_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS MT cross-section PLine attribute
and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS MT cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

PIPE_PLine
The PIPE_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS PIPE cross-section PLine
attribute and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS PIPE cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

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S_PLine
The S_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS S cross-section PLine attribute and
the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS S cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

ST_PLine
The ST_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS ST cross-section PLine attribute
and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS ST cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

RS_PLine
The RS_PLine sheet provides mapping between the PDMS RS cross-section PLine attribute
and the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS RS cross-section PLine attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D standard cross-section cardinal point to which PDMS Value is mapped.

JointRefMap
The JointRefMap sheet provides mapping between the PDMS joint reference SPRE and the
Smart 3D assembly connection part number.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS joint reference SPRE to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D assembly connection part number to which PDMS Value is mapped.

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FootingRefMap
The FootingRefMap sheet provides mapping between the PDMS footing reference SPRE and
the Smart 3D footing part number.
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS footing reference SPRE to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D footing part number to which PDMS Value is mapped.

InsulationMap
The InsulationMap sheet provides mapping the PDMS fire-proofing reference SPRE to the
corresponding Smart 3D InsulationSpec and Length value. The PDMS fire-proofing reference
SPRE contains concatenated PDMS values ([SPRE]-[MATR]-[GRADE]-[FIRE]).
PDMS Value
Type the value of the PDMS fire-proofing reference SPRE to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D InsulationSpec and Length value to which PDMS Value is mapped.

HVAC Translation Maps

Use the HVAC translation mapping sheets in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook to map
PDMS HVAC attributes to the corresponding Smart 3D HVAC properties. Before importing
PDMS HVAC model data to Smart 3D, modify these sheets to ensure that the following criteria
are met:

All PDMS HVAC specifications that present in the PDMS DATAL or .att file are mapped to
corresponding Smart 3D specifications.

All components in PDMS are mapped to corresponding Smart 3D HVAC components.

All PDMS HVAC specifications that are present in the PDMS DATAL or .att file are mapped
to the correct Smart 3D materials.

After you complete all of the mapping in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook, run PDMS
Import Validation to validate the mapping data in the workbook. Resolve any missing entries
reported by the validation tool. For more information, see PDMS Import Validation (on page 60).
HVACGlobalsMap
Defines the global settings for importing PDMS .att files for the HVAC discipline. For more
information, see HVACGlobalsMap.
CPDuctRunMap
Maps PDMS BRANCH attributes, such as HBORE and PSPE to the Smart 3D HVAC
schema duct run class properties. For more information, see CPDuctRunMap (on page
147).
CPDuctingSystemMap
Maps PDMS PIPE attributes (when HVAC BRANCH attributes are included) to the Smart

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3D HVAC schemas ducting system properties. For more information, see
CPDuctingSystemMap (on page 147).
DuctComponentAttrsMap
Maps PDMS HVAC component attributes, such as FTUBE, to the Smart 3D HVAC schema
component attributes or to UserAttributes. For more information, see
DuctComponentAttrsMap (on page 148).
DuctFittingAttrsMap
Maps PDMS HVAC fittings and other PDMS component attributes (excluding FTUBE) to
Smart 3D HVAC schema fitting attributes, such as BendRadius, or to UserAttributes
<Property>. For more information, see DuctFittingAttrsMap (on page 148).
HVACAdditionalAttsMap
Maps any additional attributes that are required by Smart 3D HVAC PartNumbers (that is,
the part class of the Smart 3D component and geometry type). You can also use this sheet
to map the design parameters of a specific PDMS HVAC component (in the format
DESP[2]) to the relevant Smart 3D HVAC schema component or fitting dimensional data.
Mapping design parameters requires that you specify the Smart 3D Interface and property
(in the format DimensionalData.<InterfaceName>.<Property>. For more information, see
HVACAdditionalAttsMap (on page 149).
HVACClassMap
Maps the supported HVAC classes between PDMS and Smart 3D. This is the main mapping
sheet for the HVAC discipline. For more information, see HVACClassMap (on page 147).
HVACCrossSectionMap
Maps the PDMS HVAC component HCON value in the PDMS DATAL or .att file to the
Smart 3D HVAC cross-section codelist value. For more information, see
HVACCrossSectionMap (on page 150).
HVACRunMaterialMap
Maps the PDMS HVACRun specification to Smart 3D material values. This mapping also
sets the Material property for the Smart 3D HVAC schema duct run class properties. For
more information, see HVACRunMaterialMap (on page 148).
SP3DHVACXMLPartTypeMap
Maps the PDMS HVAC elements, such as REDUCER, FTUBE, and ELBOW, that are
present in the DATAL or .att file to relevant Smart 3D HVAC components or fittings. For
more information, see SP3DHVACXMLPartTypeMap (on page 149).
SPREFSP3DHVACIdentifierPttrnMap
Maps PDMS HVAC component SPRE attributes to relevant Smart 3D HVAC part numbers.
For more information, see SPREFSP3DHVACIdentifierPttrnMap (on page 149).
PDMSS3DFileConstants
Defines the PDMS constants that are present in the HVAC .att file to relevant Smart 3D
values. These Smart 3D constants are used in the code. For more information, see
PDMSS3DFileConstants.

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HVACClassMap
The HVACClassMap sheet defines the HVAC class mapping between Smart 3D and PDMS.
The HVAC classes that display on the HVACClassMap sheet are the only HVAC classes that
the software currently supports for import to Smart 3D. Do not modify any of the values on this
sheet.
SP3D Class Name
Displays the Smart 3D HVAC class to map.
PDMS Class Name
Displays the PDMS HVAC class to which Smart 3D Class Name is mapped.
Attributes Sheet
Displays the sheet name in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook that maps PDMS
HVAC class attributes to Smart 3D.

CPDuctingSystemMap
The CPDuctingSystemMap sheet maps PDMS PIPE attributes (when HVAC BRANCH
attributes are included) to the Smart 3D HVAC schema ducting system properties.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS PIPE attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D HVAC ducting system property to which PDMS Attribute is
mapped.

CPDuctRunMap
The CPDuctRunMap sheet maps PDMS BRANCH attributes, such as HBORE and PSPE to
Smart 3D HVAC duct run class properties.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS BRANCH attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the Smart 3D duct run class property to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

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HVACRunMaterialMap
The HVACRunMaterialMap sheet maps the PDMS HVACRun specification to Smart 3D
material values. This mapping also sets the Material property for the Smart 3D HVAC duct run
class properties.
SP3D Value
Defines the Smart 3D object to map.
PDMS Value
Defines the PDMS object to which SP3D Value is mapped.

DuctComponentAttrsMap
The DuctComponentAttrsMap sheet maps PDMS HVAC component attributes to Smart 3D
HVAC component attributes or to UserAttributes.
PDMS Value
Defines the PDMS object attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Defines the Smart 3D object attribute to which PDMS Value is mapped.

DuctFittingAttrsMap
The DuctFittingAttrsMap sheet maps PDMS HVAC fittings and other PDMS component
attributes (excluding FTUBE) to the Smart 3D HVAC schema fitting attributes, such as
BendRadius, or UserAttributes.<Property>
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS HVAC fitting or component attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D HVAC fitting attribute to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

HVACGlobalsMap_V11
The HVACGlobalsMap_V11 sheet defines the global settings for importing PDMS HVAC data
for DATAL files earlier than version 12.0.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the Smart 3D attribute to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

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HVACGlobalsMap_V12
The HVACGlobalsMap_V12 sheet defines the global settings for importing PDMS HVAC data
for version 12.0 or later DATAL files.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the Smart 3D attribute to which PDMS Attribute is mapped.

SP3DHVACXMLPartTypeMap
The SP3DHVACXMLPartTypeMap sheet maps the PDMS HVAC elements, such as
REDUCER, FTUBE, and ELBOW, that are present in the DATAL or ATT file to relevant Smart
3D HVAC components or fittings.
PDMS Value
Defines the PDMS HVAC element to map.
SP3D Value
Defines the Smart 3D HVAC component or fitting to which PDMS Value is mapped.

SPREFSP3DHVACIdentifierPttrnMap
The SPREFSP3DHVACIdentifierPttrnMap sheet maps PDMS HVAC component SPRE
attributes to relevant Smart 3D HVAC part numbers.
PDMS Value
Defines the PDMS HVAC component SPRE attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Defines the Smart 3D part number to which PDMS Value is mapped.

HVACAdditionalAttsMap
The HVACAdditionalAttsMap sheet maps any additional attributes that are required by Smart
3D HVAC part numbers (that is, the part class of the Smart 3D component and geometry type).
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D attribute.
Attribute Name
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which SP3D Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the required value for the attribute.

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HVACCrossSectionMap
The HVACCrossSectionMap sheet maps the PDMS HVAC component HCON value in the
PDMS DATAL or .att file to the Smart 3D HVAC cross-section codelist value.
PDMS Value
Type the PDMS HVAC component HCON value to map.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D HVAC cross-section codelist value to which PDMS Value is mapped.

PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Below
The PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Below sheet maps the PDMS constants that are present in
the PDMS HVAC ATT file (for PDMS versions earlier than 12.0) to relevant Smart 3D values.
SP3D Value
Defines the Smart 3D object to map.
PDMS Value
Defines the PDMS object to which SP3D Value is mapped.

PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Above
The PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Above sheet maps the PDMS constants that are present in
the PDMS HVAC ATT file (for PDMS version 12.0 and later) to relevant Smart 3D values.
SP3D Value
Defines the Smart 3D object to map.
PDMS Value
Defines the PDMS object to which SP3D Value is mapped.

Hangers and Supports Translation Maps

Use the support translation mapping sheets in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook to
map PDMS support attributes to Smart 3D support properties. Before importing a Smart 3D
supports model, modify these sheets to ensure that the following criteria are met:

All HANGER elements in PDMS are mapped to the corresponding support components in
Smart 3D.

After you complete all of the mapping in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls

workbook, run PDMS Import Validation to validate the mapping data in the workbook. Resolve
any missing entries reported by the validation tool. For more information, see PDMS Import
Validation (on page 60).
The following support translation maps are delivered in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls
workbook.
CHgrDesignSupportMap

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Maps Smart 3D CHgrDesignSupport class properties and PDMS HANGER element class
attributes. For more information, see CHgrDesignSupportMap (on page 152).
CHgrSupportComponentMap
Maps Smart 3D CHgrStdComponent class properties to PDMS HANGER element class
attributes. For more information, see CHgrSupportComponentMap (on page 152).
SupportClassMap
Maps the supported Support classes between PDMS and Smart 3D. This is the main
mapping sheet for the Supports discipline. This sheet contains different class map sheets for
CHgrDesignSupport and CHgrStdComponent. This sheet also contains a global sheet,
which includes additional mapping information. For more information, see SupportClassMap
(on page 151).
SuppCompAdditionalAttributes
Maps additional attributes, such as dimensional data and adjustment matrix, for Smart 3D
support components. For more information, see SuppCompAdditionalAttributes (on page
153).
SupportCompPartNumberValueMap
Maps the PDMS HANGER element SPRE to the Smart 3D support PartNumber property.
For more information, see SupportCompPartNumberValueMap (on page 152).
SupportsGlobalsMap
Maps any additional attributes that are required to map PDMS HANGER elements to the
Smart 3Dsupport component PartNumber. For more information, see SupportsGlobalsMap
(on page 152).

SupportClassMap
The SupportsClassMap sheet defines the Supports class mapping between Smart 3D and
PDMS. The Support classes that display on the SupportsClassMap sheet are the only
Supports classes that the software currently supports for import to Smart 3D. Do not modify any
of the values on this sheet.
SP3D Class Name
Displays the Smart 3D Support class to map.
PDMS Class Name
Displays the PDMS Support class to which SP3D Class Value is mapped.
Attributes Sheet
Displays the sheet name in the PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook that maps PDMS
Support class attributes to Smart 3D.

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CHgrDesignSupportMap
The CHgrDesignSupport sheet maps Smart 3D CHgrDesignSupport class properties and
PDMS HANGER element attributes.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS HANGER element attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D design support property to which PDMS Attribute is
mapped.

CHgrSupportComponentMap
The CHgrSupportComponent sheet maps Smart 3D CHgrStdComponent class properties to
PDMS HANGER element class attributes.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS HANGER element class attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D CHgrStdComponent class property to which PDMS
Attribute is mapped.

SupportsGlobalsMap
The SupportGlobalsMap sheet maps any additional attributes that are required to map PDMS
HANGER element attributes to the Smart 3Dsupport component PartNumber.
PDMS Attribute
Type the PDMS HANGER element attribute to map.
SP3D Attribute
Type the name of the Smart 3D support component property to which PDMS Attribute is
mapped.

SupportCompPartNumberValueMap
The SupportCompPartNumberValueMap sheet maps the PDMS HANGER element SPRE to
the Smart 3D support PartNumber property.
PDMS Value
Defines the PDMS object attribute to map.
SP3D Value
Defines the Smart 3D object attribute to which PDMS Value is mapped.

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SuppCompAdditionalAttributes
The SuppCompAdditionalAttributes sheet maps additional attributes, such as dimensional
data and adjustment matrix, for Smart 3D support components.
SP3D Value
Type the Smart 3D attribute.
Attribute Name
Type the name of the Smart 3D attribute to which SP3D Value is mapped.
Attribute Value
Type the required value for the attribute.

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Appendix: Mapping Best Practices

In This Section
Map equipment attributes using labels .......................................... 154
Map cableway object placement mismatch ................................... 155
Map PDMS piping specifications to Smart 3D ............................. 155
Map PDMS piping components and instruments to Smart 3D ...... 157
Map PDMS HVAC specifications to Smart 3D .............................. 158
Map HVAC components to Smart 3D components and fittings .... 160
Map cross-section and orientation mismatches ............................ 161
Map PDMS design parameters ..................................................... 163

Map equipment attributes using labels

Labels in Smart 3D can be used to map direct objects or properties of related objects, such as
traverse relationships, during export in the mapping file.
The steps below illustrate how to export the Smart 3D equipment part number that is present on
the related catalog part to the PDMS DATAL file.
1. In the Smart 3D Catalog task, create a label that gives the part number of the placed
equipment.
For more information about creating labels, see Label Editor Command in the
Catalog User's Guide. You can access this document using the Help > Printable Guides
command in the software.
2. Open the CPSmartEquipmentMap equipment translation mapping file.
The CPSmartEquipmentMap mapping file is located in the
S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook. By default, this workbook is delivered in the
[Product Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\S3DPDMSExport folder during
setup.
3. Map the SP3D Attribute to the corresponding PDMS Attribute.
4. Type TRUE in the Label column. An example is shown below.

5. Save the workbook.

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Map cableway object placement mismatch

When exporting electrical data, Smart 3D exports the center position of the cross-section to the
PDMS datal file. However, during import, PDMS uses the bottom-center of the cross-section to
place the cableway objects, resulting in an unintended offset. To correct this system difference,
you must use the mapping workflow below before exporting electrical data from Smart 3D to
PDMS.
1. Open the ElectricalRunSpecAdditionalAttr electrical translation mapping file.
The ElectricalRunSpecAdditionalAttr mapping file is located in the
S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook. By default, this workbook is delivered in the
[Product Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\S3DPDMSExport folder during
setup.
2. Map the offset values for each specification. Use the example below to map the Y-offset (1)
and X-offset (2) values:

Y-offset represents the offset distance along the radial vector of the electrical
component port.

X-offset represents the offset distance along cross product of the direction vector and
radial vector of the electrical component port.

3. Save the mapping file.

Map PDMS piping specifications to Smart 3D

The following steps illustrate how to map PDMS and Smart 3D piping specifications using the
CPMPipeRunMap translation worksheet. This mapping is required prior to importing PDMS
piping data into Smart 3D.
The mapping steps vary depending upon .att file version.

PDMS versions earlier than 12.0

1. Navigate to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder, and open the
PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook.
2. Locate the CPMPipeRunMap translation worksheet.

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3. Uncomment the rows that contain the PDMS Pspec and Hbore attributes.
4. Comment the rows that contain the PDMS PSPE and HBOR attributes.

5. Save the mapping file.

6. In Windows Explorer, browse to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder.
7. Open the PDMSImportTranslator.ini file, and then set PDMSFileVersion to BELOW_12.
For more information, see PDMS Import Initialization File Options (on page 58).
8. Save your changes.

PDMS versions 12.x

1. Navigate to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder, and open the
PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook.
2. Locate the CPMPipeRunMap translation worksheet.
3. Uncomment the rows that contain the PDMS PSPE and HBOR attributes.
4. Comment the rows that contain the PDMS Pspec and Hbore attributes.

5. Save the mapping file.

6. In Windows Explorer, browse to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder.
7. Open the PDMSImportTranslator.ini file, and then set PDMSFileVersion to
12_AND_ABOVE. For more information, see PDMS Import Initialization File Options (on
page 58).
8. Save your changes.

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Map PDMS piping components and instruments to

Smart 3D
The following steps illustrate how to map PDMS piping components and instruments to
corresponding Smart 3D components and instruments. This mapping is required prior to
importing PDMS piping component data into Smart 3D.
1. Navigate to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder, and open the
PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook.
2. Locate the SP3DXMLPartTypeMap translation mapping sheet, map the PDMS piping
GType present in the DATAL and .att file to the corresponding Smart 3D value, such as
component, instrument, or support. An example is shown below:

3. Save the mapping sheet.

4. Locate the SPREFSP3DIdentifierPatternMap translation mapping sheet, map the PDMS
component SPRE to the relevant Smart 3D short code, and then save the mapping sheet.

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5. Locate the ShortCodeAdditionalAttributes translation mapping sheet, map the additional
attributes of the Smart 3D short code, and then save the mapping sheet.

Map PDMS HVAC specifications to Smart 3D

The following steps illustrate how to map PDMS HVAC specifications with Smart 3D using the
CPDuctRunMap translation mapping sheet. This mapping is required prior to importing PDMS
HVAC data into Smart 3D.
The mapping steps vary depending upon the .att file version.

PDMS versions earlier than 12.0

1. Navigate to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder, and open the
PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook.
2. Locate the CPDuctRunMap translation worksheet.
3. Uncomment the row that contains the PDMS Pspec attribute.
4. Uncomment the row that has Value set to [Pspec].
5. Comment the row that contains the PDMS PSPE attribute.
6. Comment the row that has Value set to [PSPE].

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7. Save the mapping file.
8. In Windows Explorer, browse to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder.
9. Open the PDMSImportTranslator.ini file, and then set PDMSFileVersion to BELOW_12.
For more information, see PDMS Import Initialization File Options (on page 58).
10. Save your changes.

PDMS versions 12.x

1. Navigate to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder, and open the
PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook.
2. Locate the CPMPipeRunMap translation worksheet.
3. Uncomment the row that contains the PDMS PSPE attribute.
4. Uncomment the row that that has Value set to [Pspec].
5. Comment the row that contains the PDMS Pspec attribute.
6. Comment the row that has Value set to [Pspec].

7. Save the mapping file.

8. In Windows Explorer, browse to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder.
9. Open PDMSImportTranslator.ini, and then set PDMSFileVersion to 12_AND_ABOVE. For
more information, see PDMS Import Initialization File Options (on page 58).
10. Save your changes.

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Map HVAC components to Smart 3D components and

fittings
The following steps illustrate how to map PDMS HVAC components to Smart 3D components
and fittings. This mapping is required prior to importing PDMS HVAC component data into Smart
3D.
1. Navigate to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\PDMSS3DImport folder, and open the
PDMSS3DImportMapping.xls workbook.
2. Locate the SP3DHVACXMLPartTypeMap sheet, and then map the PDMS HVAC GType
present in the DATAL and .att file to the appropriate Smart 3D value, such as Component
or Fitting.

3. Save your changes.

4. Locate the SPREFSP3DHVACIdentifierPttrnMap sheet, and then map the PDMS
component SPRE values to the relevant Smart 3D HVAC part numbers.

5. Save your changes.

6. Locate the HVACAdditionalAttsMap sheet, and then map any Smart 3D part number
additional attributes.

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7. Save your changes.

Map cross-section and orientation mismatches

The steps below illustrate how to map Smart 3D cross-sections to corresponding PDMS
SpecRef values. This mapping is required prior to exporting structural data from Smart 3D to
PDMS.
1. Identify the PDMS and Smart 3D cross-sections to map.
2. Navigate to the [Product
Folder]\3DRefData\SharedContent\Data\Translators\S3DPDMSExport folder, and open the
S3DPDMSExportMapping.xls workbook.
3. Locate the StructClassAdditionalAttributes translation mapping sheet.
4. In Smart 3D, the cross-section is usually swept into the plane of paper. In PDMS, the
reverse is true: the cross-section is swept out of the plane of paper. To accommodate this
system-level difference, you must view the PDMS cross-section from behind the plane of
paper. The examples below illustrate how map cross-section orientation mismatches per
cross-section type between Smart 3D and PDMS:

Mapping Smart 3D L section (1) to PDMS angle section (2):

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When you view the PDMS cross-section from behind the plane of paper, the PDMS
cross-section resembles the example below:

To map these two cross-sections between Smart 3D (1) and PDMS (2), use the BANG
and Flip properties on the StructClassAdditionalAttributes (on page 109) sheet.

In the above example, if you rotate the PDMS cross-section 180-degrees clockwise
(looking in to the plane of the cross-section), the two cross-section orientations match
exactly. To achieve this, set BANG to 180 degrees, and set Flip to 0 (False).

Mapping Smart 3D C section (1) to PDMS C Section (2)

When you view the PDMS cross-section from behind the plane of paper, the PDMS
cross-section resembles the example below:

To map these two cross-sections between Smart 3D (1) and PDMS (2), use the BANG
and Flip properties on the StructClassAdditionalAttributes (on page 109) sheet.

In the above example, if you flip the PDMS cross-section, the two cross-section
orientations match exactly. To achieve this, set BANG to 0 degrees, and set Flip to 1
(True).

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Make sure that both cross-sections look similar after applying the BANG and Flip
settings. Then, map the Smart 3D cardinal points to the PDMS PLines using the DINU_PLine
and ANG_PLine sheets, respectively. You must do this mapping for each type of cross-section.

Map PDMS design parameters

Design parameters of a specific PDMS object can be mapped to the relevant Smart 3D
attributes using their indices. Use the format DESP [<index>] to specify these indices in the
mapping file. For example, an object in the PDMS datal file with the design parameters DESP
105 236 295.5 185 110 is expressed in the mapping file as follows:
DESP[1] = 105
DESP[2] = 236
DESP[3] = 295.5
DESP[4] = 185
DESP[5] = 110

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A
Appendix
Mapping Best Practices 154
PDMS Import to Smart 3D Workbook
117
Smart 3D Export to PDMS Workbook
71
AspectAdditionalAttributes 82
AspectMap 82, 123

B
BeamPartAttrsMap 107
BUBoxFM_PLine 141
BUC_PLine 141
BUCone_PLine 142
BUI_PLine 139
BuiltUpCrossSecAdditionalAtt 138
BuiltupDesignParametersMap 138
BUL_PLine 140
Bulk load the database 61
BUTee_PLine 140
BUTube_PLine 142

C
C_PLine 141
Cardinal Point Maps 110
CatalogComponentSPREFMap 95
CatalogInstrumentSPREFMap 96
CatalogSpecialtySPREFMap 95
CHgrCableTraySupport 113
CHgrDesignSupport 114
CHgrDesignSupportMap 152
CHgrDuctSupport 113
CHgrPipeSupport 113
CHgrSupportComponent 114
CHgrSupportComponentMap 152
ComponentOrientationAttrMap 130
Configure the PDMS export initialization file
25
Configure the PDMS import initialization file
58
CoordinateSysAttrMap 136
CoordinateSystemMap 102
CPAreaSystemMap 85
CPCableTrayNozzleMap 80
CPCablewayAttrMap 74

CPConduitNozzleMap 80
CPConduitSystemMap 85
CPDuctingSystemAttrMap 88
CPDuctingSystemMap 85, 147
CPDuctRunAttrMap 88
CPDuctRunMap 147
CPElbowNozzleCAtRefMap 80
CPElectricalSystemAttrMap 74
CPElectricalSystemMap 85
CPEquipmentComptMap 79, 121
CPHvacNozzleCatRefMap 81
CPHVACNozzleMap 79
CPMachinerySystemMap 86
CPMPipeRunMap 93, 126
CPMSystemAttrMap 88
CPMSystemMap 85
CPNozzleAdditionalAttributes 83
CPPipelineSystemMap 93, 126
CPPipelineSystemMapEx 86
CPPipeNozzleMap 79, 121
CPPipingSystemMap 86
CPRteCableTrayComponentAttrMap 74
CPShapeAdditionalAttributes 82, 123
CPShapeMap 79, 121
CPShapeValueMap 82, 123
CPSmartEquipmentMap 79, 121
CPStraightNozzleCatRefMap 80
CPStructuralSystemMap 86
CPUnitSystemMap 86
Cross-Section Maps 110
CurvedERProfilePartAttrsMap 106
CurvedMemberPartAttrsMap 103
CurvedPlatePartAttrsMap 105
CurvedSAStiffenerPartAttrsMap 107
CurvedStiffenerPartAttrsMap 106

D
DesignSupportAttrsMap 89
DesParamAdditionalAttrMap 82
DuctComponentAttrsMap 89, 148
DuctFittingAttrsMap 148
DuctRunSpecMap 90
DuctSupportAttrsMap 89

E
Electrical Translation Maps 73
ElectricalClassMap 74

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ElectricalComponentSPREFMap 76
ElectricalGlobalsMap 75
ElectricalPartIdentifierMap 76
ElectricalRunSpecAdditionalAttr 75
ElectricalRunSpecMap 75
ElectricalSupportAttrsMap 75
ElevationPlaneMap 102
EqpGlobalsMap 122
EquipGlobalsMap 81
Equipment Translation Maps 76, 119
EquipmentClassMap 78, 120
EquipmentFoundationAttrsMap 104
Export Model to PDMS Datal Dialog Box
51
Export Smart 3D model data to PDMS 50
Export Smart 3D models 46
Exporting Smart 3D Model Data 14

L_PLine 140
LadderAttrsMap 104
LeafBeamSystemAttrsMap 107
LeafERSystemAttrsMap 106
LeafPlateSystemAttrsMap 105
LeafStiffenerSystemAttrsMap 105
LinearERProfilePartAttrsMap 106
LinearMemberPartAttrsMap 103
LinearSAStiffenerPartAttrsMap 107
LinearStiffenerPartAttrsMap 105
Load Point Maps 111

FootingAttrsMap 104
FootingRefMap 145

G
Generate catalog and reference data in
Smart 3D and PDMS formats for export
48
GridLineMap 103

H
HandRailAttrsMap 104
Hangers and Supports Translation Maps
150
HgrSupportGlobals 114
Hierarchy Translation Maps 83
HierarchyClassMap 84
HoleFittingAttrsMap 107
HP_PLine 142
HSSC_PLine 142
HSSR_PLine 141
HVAC Translation Maps 87, 145
HVACAdditionalAttsMap 149
HVACClassMap 88, 147
HVACComponentSPREFMap 90
HVACCrossSectionMap 150
HVACDesParamMap 91
HVACEndPreparationMap 90
HVACGlobalsMap 89
HVACGlobalsMap_V11 148
HVACGlobalsMap_V12 149
HVACPartIdentifierMap 90
HVACRunMaterialMap 148

Import model 63
Import Model from PDMS Datal to Smart 3D
Dialog Box 64
Import PDMS data to Smart 3D 63
Import/Export Issues 68
Importing PDMS Design Data 53
InsulationAttrMap 108, 135
InsulationAttrsMap 103
InsulationMap 145
InsulationSpecAttrMap 108

J
JointRefMap 144

M
M_PLine 143
Map cableway object placement mismatch
155
Map cross-section and orientation
mismatches 161
Map equipment attributes using labels 154
Map HVAC components to Smart 3D
components and fittings 160
Map PDMS design parameters 163
Map PDMS HVAC specifications to Smart
3D 158
Map PDMS piping components and
instruments to Smart 3D 157
Map PDMS piping specifications to Smart
3D 155
Marine Cross-Section Maps 111
MC_PLine 143
MT_PLine 143

N
NozzDesParamAdditionalAttrMap 83

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NozzleAdditionalAttrMap 122
NozzleOrientationAttrMap 123
NPDSpecificSPREFMap 95

O
OnFlyInstrumentSPREFMap 96
OnFlySpecialtySPREFMap 96

P
PartNumberAdditionalAttributes 81, 122
PartNumberValueMap 81, 122
PDMS export initialization file options 33
PDMS Export Validation 41
PDMS Export Validation Dialog Box 42
PDMS import initialization file options 58
PDMS Import Validation 60
PDMS Properties Extractor Dialog Box 62
PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Above 130,
150
PDMSS3DFileConstantsV12Below 129,
150
Performance Tips 66
PIPE_PLine 143
PipeComponentAttrsMap 97, 127
PipeInstrumentAttrsMap 97, 127
PipeRunSpecMap 94, 127
PipeSpecialtyAttrsMap 97
PipeSupportAttrsMap 97, 127
Piping Translation Maps 91, 124
PipingClassMap 93, 126
PipingConnectionItemMap 98
PipingEndConnectionMap 97
PipingGlobalsMap 94
PipingGlobalsMap_V11 128
PipingGlobalsMap_V12 128
PlanarPlatePartAttrsMap 105
PlatePartMap 135
PlateThicknessDirMap 139
Preface PDMS Guide 10
Project Creation Estimates 69

R
RS_PLine 144
RunChangeComponentsMap 129

SlabFacePositionMap 139
SmartItemMaterialMap 109
SP3DHVACXMLPartTypeMap 149
SP3DPartIdentifierMap 94
SP3DXMLPartTypeMap 128
SPREFSP3DHVACIdentifierPttrnMap 149
SPREFSP3DIdentifierPatternMap 129
SPREFSP3DOptionCodePatternMap 129
SPSMemberSystemCurveMap 135
SPSMemberSystemLinearMap 135
SPSSlabEntityMap 134
ST_PLine 144
StairAttrsMap 104
StandardCrossSecAdditionalAtt 137
StructClassAdditionalAttributes 109
StructPartNumbersMap 109
Structure Translation Maps 98, 130
StructureClassMap 102, 134
StructureGlobalsMap 108, 136
StructureMatSpecMap 109
StructureMatSpecMap 136
StructurePlateMatSpecMap 137
StructureSlabMatSpecMap 137
SuppCompAdditionalAttributes 153
SupportClassMap 151
SupportCompPartNumberValueMap 152
SupportGTYPE 115
SupportPartNumber 114
Supports Translation Maps 112
SupportsClassMap 113
SupportsGlobalsMap 152
SupportUserAttributes 115

T
Troubleshooting 66

U
Units Translation Maps 115
UnitsAdditionalAttributeMap 116
UnitsClassMap 116
UnitsGlobalsMap 116

V
Validate mapping details 42, 60

S_PLine 144
Set up the PDMS and Smart 3D catalogs
23, 57
SlabAttrsMap 103

W_PLine 139
What's New in Design and Data Exchange
with PDMS 11
WT_PLine 140

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X
XSectionAdditionalAttr 138

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