While designing complicated raceway and cable management systems the designer has to face the hassle of making use of multiple software applications, primarily to handle a diverse range of documentation and design tasks.

To simplify the process of designing intricate designs a distinctive type of software has been developed known as the Bentley Raceway and Cable Management in Preston, Footscray, and Moorabbin.

This software is the ultimate integrated system that facilitates in designing an entire layout, estimating the input of materials and many more.

To learn more about the diverse range of functions used in Bentley raceway and cable management, continue reading this blog.

An Introduction to Bentley Raceway and Cable Management :-

Bentley Raceway and Cable Management is a unique type of software that assists in creating a framework to ensure that a smooth workflow is maintained during each distinct stage of designing a construction layout. This kind of software is used to tackle conceptual design in its early stages.

In the recent update, a few important features have been added to this software that make the entire interface a tad bit faster. Apart from that, the user can easily find commands and seamlessly execute multiple operations on a single system.

Let’s take a look at various new features and optimizations that have been added to the latest version of this software :-

(i) The filters can be applied quickly on any field in the data grid. This helps the user to emphasize the use of specific cables.

(ii) The functions located in the routing manager sub-dialogue box have been merged with the functions of the main cable manager dialogue box. The accumulation of functions makes it easier for the user to have access to various kinds of tools in a single streamlined view.  

(iii) The entire data grid can now be customized which makes it easier for the user to catch the sight of different views of a single layout.

(iv) In the recent version, various colour codes have been added to the length field. The addition of various colours indicates the user that the displayed cable length has been attached to

(a) Green : the routed length

(b) Black : the orthogonal length

(c) Blue : 3D cable length

(v) The cables can now be grouped quite easily. The subgroups can also be seamlessly defined which helps the user to find the desired cables.

(vi) A new flag field has been added to the user interface. The flag field displays various icons that are used to indicate the routing status, modification states, cable status and warning states.

(viii) A preset cable routing priority can be created depending on the voltage level of the cable.

To seamlessly run the software, the user must fulfil the following required system essentials which are mentioned below :-

(a) Windows : Windows 8.1(64 bit), 10(64 bit) or 11(64 bit)

(b) Processor : AMD or 1.0 GHz Intel Processor

(c) Storage : 16 GB or 25 GB RAM Storage

(d) Resolution : 1024×768 resolution

Advantages of Bentley Raceway and Cable Management :-

The innovation of Bentley Raceway and Cable Management has simplified the task of designing complicated raceway systems with the use of a unified design platform.

In addition to that, let’s explore the specialized benefits of Bentley Raceway and cable management software.

(i) Enhanced cable routing functions :

The software has enhanced the quality of automatic cable routing functions especially the functions that are used for calculating the distance, fill factors, weight and many more.

(ii) Establishing strong coordination among the team members :

The use of Bentley Raceway and Cable Management helps in establishing seamless coordination among the team members as the team members can easily share information and catch sight of the changes made in the design layout.

(iii) Early stages of the construction layout :

As discussed earlier, Bentley Raceway and Cable Management are used during the early stages of project planning under the conceptual design mode.

(iv) Massive reduction of errors :

It significantly reduces the errors from the project deliverables with the help of automatic takeoffs.

(v) Zero appearance of obstructions :

It facilitates the user to create an accurate and effective raceway model without the appearance of any unwanted obstructions.

(vi) Additional features :

Apart from creating a detailed design and layout model of a construction project, the software can also be used to perform cable routing and define the location of the equipment.

Different Types of Functions Used in Bentley Raceway and Cable Management :-

The Bentley Raceway and Cable Management software has a plethora of functions that conserve time as well as the cost required to execute a construction project.

To understand the work executed in the user interface of the software it is important to understand the functions attached with this software. Let’s explore the diverse range of functions attached to Bentley raceway and cable management.

(i) The Cable Routing Functions :

The use of this software helps in determining the best route of the cables among the existing raceways.

The routing function not only considers the distance but also takes into consideration a few factors such as :-

(a) Types of cables permitted to use in each raceway

(b) Appropriate amount of weight and capacity that can be carried by the raceways

In addition to that, here are some additional cable routing functions :-

(a) The cables can be defined with the help of XLS import or direct input

(b) The cable routing can be grouped into different categories

(c) The length of the cable can easily be calculated

(d) The cables can be filtered based on the attributes of the equipment

(e) The size of the cable can be calculated based on the load carried by the raceway

(f) The cables are attached to their nearest route with the help of automatic routing

(ii) The Conceptual Design Functions :

A conceptual design mode is attached to this software that allows the user to create a conceptual design of a construction project at its early stage.

This function allows the user to :-

(i) Define equipment nodes in the facility

(ii) Assign equipment tags to the nodes, and

(iii) Define the required raceway routes to connect the nodes

The availability of additional information facilitates the creation of the conceptual design. Moreover, the conceptual design could be easily transferred to the 3D detailed design mode.

Other than that, let’s take a look at the distinctive conceptual design functions :-

(i) It helps in building conceptual models

(ii) It helps to add certain specifications to the conceptual model

(iii) It also assists in 3D space allocation

(iv) It helps with the preparation of accurate work report

(v) It helps in refining the cable routes.

The Automatic Report Generation Function :-

At any given point during the construction stage of designing the project layout, the users can seamlessly generate work estimation reports. The ability to generate accurate work estimation reports has two marvellous benefits.

(i) It helps the people who are involved with the creation of the construction project be completely aware of the materials that are required to build the desired planned structure.

(ii) Being properly informed about the materials that are used during the construction project ensures that the progress of the project is maintained on a proper schedule.

(iii) Let’s take a look at the various kinds of reports that are generated with the help of the automatic report generation function.

(a) A proper estimate of the cable schedule report

(b) The list of cable status

(c) The list of raceway labels

(d) The bills of materials to be used in the construction project

(e) The list of various cables

(f) The report of the raceway schedule

The Detailed Design Functions :-

This mode allows the user to create an accurate 3D model of the entire raceway system. In this mode, the user can easily configure the settings of the electrical equipment. It also allows the user to accurately calculate the length of the cable.

The user won’t have to face any trouble while extracting 2D construction deliverables from the detailed design.

Let’s catch a glimpse of various functions that are available under the 3D detailed design mode in Bentley Raceway and Cable Management software.

(i) It helps in cable routing

(ii) It helps with the design and editing of cable trench

(iii) It helps with the generation of various kinds of work reports

(iv) It helps with the editing and designing of duct bank along with analyzing its reporting capabilities

(v) It helps the user extract valuable information from the 2D design layout

(vi) It helps with the 3D visualization of existing cables present inside the raceway system.

Conclusion :-

Bentley Raceway and Cable Management in Australia is a creative
as well as productive tool used for designing, modelling and documenting complicated cable and raceway systems.

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