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Autodesk Utility Design

Autodesk Utility Design

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Overview: Autodesk® Utility Design (AUD) is a comprehensive tool designed to enhance the planning, design, analysis, and material ordering processes for utility distribution networks. It aims to improve reliability, efficiency, and accuracy in utility design.

Reliable Design: AUD provides a suite of engineering tools that include automatic guying, voltage drop calculations, and clearance checking. These tools help optimize facility design by ensuring consistent material and equipment choices, ultimately reducing capital and operating costs. The software also automates design processes by integrating with work order management and materials ordering systems, enhancing data accuracy and eliminating duplicate entries.

Challenges Addressed: Utilities face increased workloads due to urbanization, aging infrastructure, and sustainability initiatives. Additionally, workforce turnover is a concern, with many experienced workers retiring soon. AUD addresses these challenges by improving network reliability and facilitating the transition to a more tech-savvy workforce.

Efficient Design: Built on AutoCAD® Map 3D, AUD offers a familiar interface that reduces layout time and improves material ordering accuracy. It allows for the creation of graphical representations of distribution designs and integrates seamlessly with systems like SAP to maintain data integrity.

Intelligent Design: AUD combines design, geospatial, and asset information, enabling more intelligent designs. It incorporates standards and workflow rules to ensure accuracy and consistency. The software supports knowledge transfer through rules-based design and facilitates quick onboarding of new designers by leveraging existing skills.

Testimonials: Users like Kodi Ekker from Idaho Power and Ray Pearce from Anchorage Municipal Light and Power highlight AUD's ability to automate procedures and improve design processes. Scott Gudeman from Arizona Public Service notes its role in creating an integrated system for asset management.

Conclusion: Autodesk® Utility Design is a powerful productivity tool for intelligent network design, offering solutions that enhance the speed, ease, and accuracy of utility design processes.

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