A 3D plant model used by OpenPlant Orthographics Manager to automatically generate general arrangement drawings.

OpenPlant Orthographics Manager

Starting at

$5,207.00 USD

Plant orthographics drawing software

BENEFITS

Automatically generate accurate plant drawings

Generate precise, intelligent orthographic drawings from 3D plant models, accelerating design with improved team collaboration.
Orthographic piping view generated in OpenPlant Orthographics Manager, illustrating 3D wireframe models of industrial plant equipment, process lines, and annotation markers.
  • Accelerate drawing creation with automation

    Automatically extract 2D arrangement drawings from 3D models, reducing manual drafting and improving accuracy.

  • Configure drawings to meet project standards

    Regenerate drawings with customizable annotation and labeling options tailored to project requirements.

  • Keep project information accessible and up to date

    Integrate with ProjectWise for project information management and shared access to updated drawings.

PRICING OPTIONS

Exclusive pricing options

OpenPlant Orthographics Manager

Automate 2D extraction from 3D models to produce faster, higher-quality general arrangement drawings.

Starting at

$5,207.00 USD

12-month Virtuoso subscription

Includes 1 license and 2 Keys for training or services

  • Accelerate drawing creation with automation
  • Configure drawings to meet project standards
  • Keep project information accessible and up to date

  • Ask us about scalable licensing options and dedicated support.

  • Access Bentley software, training, and resources free for academic use.

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Increased productivity 

  • Easy to create 2D piping general arrangement drawings 
  • Easily regenerate drawings with different annotation and labelling configurations for changing project requirements 

Multiple project configurations 

  • Works with different project units (imperial/metric) 
  • Save configuration settings to project setting files and reload to maintain existing drawing conditions

Single/double-line drawing output 

  • Create single-line or double-line drawing output 
  • Control line display based on pipe size 

Built-in report 

  • Available for pipe, support, equipment, and instrument lists with 2D Free Space Search and Optimization 
  • Free space search algorithm identifies optimal placement in drawings 
  • Prevent label interference with other text or geometry 
  • Control placement interference through user interface generation options

Labeling priority/control 

  • Ability to set priority of label in the drawing to avoid overlapping interference on highly detailed drawings 
  • Effectively and efficiently uses the space around a tagged item 
  • Control labels based on internal density or boundary area options 

Multiviews and composite views 

  • Supports multiple views of 3D design to create composite drawings 
  • Ability to interactively select desired clipping sections

Hidden line drawing options 

  • Hidden line drawings for 3D models can be controlled through on/off settings 
  • Various options are available to control hidden line output 
    • Elbow (Weld/SW and THD type), Tee 
    • Option to show center lines 
    • Pipe (single/double-line display with industry-standard 2D symbols)

Integration through ProjectWise 

  • Drawing information is available anytime for everyone to quickly find, share, and interact 
  • Allows better access control of large number of drawings produced through multi-selection 

Runtime options 

  • Output unit (metric/imperial) 
  • Placement priority of inside annotations 
  • Free space searching density (sparse/average/dense mode) 
  • Annotation filtering options 
  • Free space searching boundary (fast/middle/detail mode) 

OpenPlant Orthographics Manager output 

  • 2D hidden line MicroStation output (.DGN) with dimensions and annotations 

Processor:

  • Intel or AMD Processor 2.5 GHz or greater. 

Operating System:

  • Windows 11 or 10 (64 bit)/ Windows 11 (24H2) or Windows 10 (21H2), Windows Server 2019, Windows Server 2022 (64 bit). 

Memory Minimum:

  • 16 GB minimum, 32 GB recommended. 

Disk Space:

  • 25 GB minimum, 25-42 GB depending on additional installations. 

Video:

  • 1024 MB of video RAM minimum.  

Screen Resolution:

  • 1920 x 1080 pixels minimum.  

 

USER STORIES

Real stories. Real results.

MCC Capital delivers green, smart manufacturing facility

By using Bentley’s plant digital twin applications, they created the first green, intelligent iron and steel manufacturing factory in China.

A 3D digital model of the entire Formosa Ha Tinh Steel Corporation plant in Vietnam, one of the world's largest steel plants, designed by MCC Capital Engineering.

Collaborative BIM saves USD $2 million in maintenance

A complete 3D digital model of a large-scale cement plant, showcasing how CITIC Heavy Industries coordinated a multi-disciplinary design process.

A complete 3D digital model of a large-scale cement plant, showcasing how CITIC Heavy Industries coordinated a multi-disciplinary design process.

AAEngineering Group delivers gold ore processing plant amid COVID-19

The team used Bentley’s cloud-based technology to save 30% in design time while digitalizing the mining industry.

A comprehensive 3D digital model of the second-largest gold ore processing plant in Kazakhstan, designed by AAEngineering Group

FAQS

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OpenPlant Orthographics Manager is plant orthographic drawing software that automates the extraction and production of high-quality drawings directly from 3D models, reducing time and project costs.

It enables automatic creation of single- and double-line drawings, annotations, dimensions, and label placement to accelerate drawing preparation, improve clarity, and support efficient engineering workflows.

If you want to receive tailored training or attend an OpenPlant Orthographics Manager course, our eStore offers extra training and mentoring services. You can choose from tailor-made training, on-demand learning, consulting services, mentoring and more. Access all the learning you need here.

The price of OpenPlant Orthographics Manager varies per region. While there are various types of licensing available, a common choice is the 12-month practitioner license offered through Bentley’s eStore. When you purchase through the eStore, you receive a Virtuoso Subscription that includes the software, training, expert services, and custom mentoring to help you get started quickly.

Orthographic drawing software is used to generate detailed 2D views—such as plans, elevations, and sections—from 3D plant models, supporting accurate documentation, fabrication, and construction.

OpenPlant Orthographics Manager automates the creation of orthographic drawings directly from 3D models, with automated labeling, annotations, and dimensioning. This minimizes manual effort, enhances accuracy, and ensures faster updates as designs evolve.

Labels are automatically generated and intelligently placed based on white space management of drawing data, with flexible controls to adjust positioning and formatting for clear, consistent documentation.

Yes, it supports collaboration by enabling teams to share, review, and manage drawings through ProjectWise connected environment, ensuring all stakeholders have access to the latest, up-to-date documentation.

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