Description
PIPE Master is 3D-LABS’ pipe stress analysis application for Windows β line screening, modelling, code compliance, equipment nozzle checks and the issued stress report in one tool. It is written for the part of the job reviewers actually interrogate: every reported stress shows the code equation, the inputs and the clause it came from, and the support loads that go to civil and structural come out of the same run.
What PIPE Master does
Modelling
- Node and element modelling of complete piping systems, built from isometrics or line lists
- Bends, miters, tees and reducers with automatic SIF and flexibility factors
- Valves, flanges, expansion joints, spring hangers and rigid supports
- Nozzle flexibility, equipment connections and soil modelling for buried lines
- Model checks that catch disconnected nodes, missing restraints and unit errors before a run
Load cases and code compliance
- Sustained, thermal expansion, operating and occasional load case generation
- Hydrotest, settlement, wind, seismic, slug and relief thrust cases
- Water hammer, harmonic and modal dynamic analysis
- Code stress ratio reporting with the governing equation shown for every node
Supports, springs and equipment
- Support spacing and span checks against deflection and stress limits
- Spring hanger selection with cold and hot load, travel and variability
- Friction, gaps and one-way restraint behaviour
- API 610 pump, API 661 air cooler, API 650 Appendix P tank and NEMA SM23 turbine nozzle load evaluation
- WRC 107 and WRC 297 local stress checks at nozzles
Problem solving and reporting
- Expansion loop sizing and automatic suggestions for reducing overstress
- Flange leakage checks to ASME Section VIII Appendix 2 and PCC-1 bolt load practice
- Support load tables formatted for the civil and structural interface
- Stress isometrics, node plots and a branded calculation report
Codes and standards supported
ASME B31.1, B31.3, B31.4 and B31.8, EN 13480-3, GOST 32388 for export projects, with ASME Section VIII Appendix 2 and PCC-1 for flange leakage, and API 610, API 661, API 650 Appendix P and NEMA SM23 for equipment nozzle limits.
How PIPE Master compares with CAESAR II
CAESAR II is the market reference and the name most specifications ask for. PIPE Master covers the same analysis work, and differs in what it shows you about how each number was produced β and in what a seat costs.
| Capability | PIPE Master | CAESAR II |
|---|---|---|
| Every reported stress shows equation, inputs and code clause | Yes, on every node | Results reported, source not traced |
| Checker and approver sign-off with an audit trail | Built in | Not available |
| Licence works fully offline | Yes | Licence server or dongle required |
| GOST 32388 for export projects | Included | Not covered |
| Flange leakage to Appendix 2 and PCC-1 | Included module | Available |
| Equipment nozzle checks (API 610, 661, 650, NEMA SM23) | Included | Included |
| Dynamic analysis (harmonic, modal, water hammer) | Included | Included |
| Price for an equivalent seat | A fraction of the cost | Premium licence plus annual maintenance |
Why engineering teams choose PIPE Master
- Reviewable by construction. A stress report that shows its equations and clauses turns a third-party review into a reading exercise rather than a re-run.
- The structural handoff is built in. Support loads come out in the format civil and structural actually need, so nothing is retyped between disciplines.
- Export projects covered. GOST alongside ASME and EN means one tool for Middle East, CIS and European scopes.
- Offline and portable. Runs on a site laptop with no licence server, dongle or internet check-in.
- AI assistant that works on the model. It reads isometrics and line lists, builds the model, runs the cases and cites the source of each reported figure.
- Backed by the same engineers who teach it. Our CAESAR II and piping stress courses are taught by the team that writes the solver.
Outputs you can issue to a client
- Code compliance report with governing equation and clause per node
- Support load schedule formatted for civil and structural
- Spring hanger schedule with cold and hot loads
- Equipment nozzle load check sheets against API and NEMA limits
- Stress isometrics and displacement plots
- Full input and result audit log for the project file
What is the licensing model?
Single-user perpetual licence with one year of free updates, or a site licence for concurrent users across a design office. Annual maintenance covering code-update patches and priority support is available separately. Runs on Windows 10 and 11 64-bit with no licence server or dongle.
Is a free trial available?
Yes. A fully functional trial is available on request through the 3D-LABS contact form, limited by model size so you can analyse a representative line end to end before committing.
Who should use PIPE Master
Piping stress engineers, piping design offices, mechanical engineers reviewing vendor stress reports, and plant teams handling revamps where existing supports and nozzle loads have to be re-checked.
Support
Licensed users get direct access to the engineers who build the software. Reach us on WhatsApp or by email for setup help, code questions and review support on live projects.
About PIPE Master β Pipe Stress Analysis Software
PIPE Master β Pipe Stress Analysis Software is a specialised engineering application from 3D-LABS, built by engineers who use it in practice. It sits between an Excel spreadsheet (too basic) and a full engineering suite (too expensive) β purpose-built for one job, done well.
Key features
- Windows desktop application — installs on Windows 10 and 11, 64-bit. Needs an internet connection to activate on first install and for periodic licence checks.
- Your project files stay local — work is saved on your own machine or network drive, not in the cloud.
- Excel-compatible import/export β bring your existing spreadsheet data in; export results to Excel for reporting.
- Version history β every change is tracked; roll back to any prior state.
- Team collaboration β real-time collaboration on shared projects, with role-based access.
- API access β integrate with your existing workflow through REST API endpoints.
System requirements
Windows 10 or 11, 64-bit. Minimum 4 GB RAM. An internet connection is required to activate the licence on first install and for periodic licence checks.
Free trial
14-day full-featured trial without payment. Sign up with your email, no credit card required. If you upgrade to a paid licence during the trial, no data is lost β everything you built during the trial carries over.
Pricing
PIPE Master β Pipe Stress Analysis Software is priced at βΉ74,999 for a perpetual single-user licence with 12 months of updates and email support. Annual renewal from year 2 is 30% of the original price. Team licences and floating licences available for organisations. Volume discounts on 5+ seats.
Support and updates
Email support included with all licences β response within one business day (Mon-Sat, IST). Video onboarding sessions at no extra charge for new users. Software updates roughly quarterly with bug fixes, new features, and code-reference updates. Enterprise SLA (4-hour response) available on request.
Related products and services
- Browse other 3D-LABS software products.
- Complement with our 686 engineering spreadsheets β Excel tools for calculations that do not need dedicated software.
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Frequently asked questions
What platform does PIPE Master β Pipe Stress Analysis Software run on?
PIPE Master β Pipe Stress Analysis Software is a Windows desktop application. It installs on Windows 10 and 11, 64-bit, and your project files are saved on your own machine or network drive. It is not available for Mac, Linux or mobile devices. An internet connection is needed to activate the licence on first install and for periodic licence checks.
Is there a free trial?
Yes. A 14-day full-featured trial is available without payment β sign up with your email at the trial link on this page. No credit card required. If you upgrade to a paid licence during the trial, no data is lost.
What is the pricing model?
Purchase includes a perpetual licence for one user with 12 months of updates and support. Annual renewal (from year 2) is 30% of the original licence price and covers all software updates and email support. Team licences and floating licences available for organisations.
How does support work?
Email support included with all licences β response within one business day (Mon-Sat, IST). Priority support available for enterprise customers with 4-hour SLA. Video onboarding sessions available for new users at no extra charge.
How does PIPE Master β Pipe Stress Analysis Software compare to alternatives?
The nearest alternative is typically an Excel spreadsheet or a large all-in-one engineering suite. PIPE Master β Pipe Stress Analysis Software fills the gap: purpose-built for one job, faster than Excel, cheaper than a full suite, and integrates cleanly with your existing workflow. Comparison sheet available on request.
About 3D-LABS software
PIPE Master β Pipe Stress Analysis Software is one of five specialised engineering software applications from 3D-LABS. Every application is built and maintained by the engineers who use it in practice β this is applied practice packaged as software, not consulting-firm software built by a marketing team.
