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CAESAR II
CAESAR II:

Since its introduction in 1984, CAESAR II from Universal Acceptance

CAESAR II is unique, incorporating CAESAR II is licensed by most of the world’s major engineering
and energy firms.
calculation methods and analysis COADE has become the world’s most widely
Technical Support
options not found in any other program. used pipe stress analysis software and is con- Experienced pipe stress analysts and program developers answer
A transparency feature allows you to see what’s
Whether you are designing a new ^ in the pipe (as in this core and jacket piping). sidered the industry’s de facto standard. There
customers’ questions. Customers give high marks to COADE’s
knowledgeable, reliable and timely technical support.
system or trouble-shooting an existing
one, CAESAR II produces results that are many reasons for the software’s success. Quality Assurance
COADE is committed to quality software. COADE tests all software
completely describe the system using its stringent quality assurance (QA) standards.
behavior based on guidelines and Technically Comprehensive & Flexible Continual Software Enhancement & Integration
design limits from accepted industry CAESAR II includes more options and more technical capabilities COADE is committed to continual development and improvement of
than any competitive software, and you can tailor the program to the software in response to changing technology, customer applica-
standards. With CAESAR II, you can fit your exact needs. tions and code specifications. COADE also is committed to integrating
its software with related programs. COADE listens to its customers.
do more in less time and with less
Easy to Use Many capabilities of CAESAR II are the direct result of users’ requests.
chance of error. CAESAR II provides instant context-sensitive, on-line help plus
error checking and smart modeling graphics to check your work. Stable Company
COADE has been in business since 1983 and many employees have
Proven Product been with the company for over a decade. This means the people
CAESAR II has proven stable and reliable in constant and heavy use. you contact are likely to be around when you call in the future.

The code compliance report clearly defines

overstressed points in the system. ^

Each piping element is defined on a

well laid out, intuitive spreadsheet, making ^ ^ The completed model can be rendered for visual
Displaced shapes and other program results
are easily reviewed graphically. ^ ^ Output reports can be generated to
show any data for any load case. model building effortless. confirmation or for presentation.
 Interactive List Editing Input Format (Piping Code Options continued…) CADWorx/PIPE
Lets you view and edit data in a full CAESAR II offers a seamless link to
screen, multiple element spreadsheet. • CODETI - French
CADWorx/PIPE, COADE’s AutoCAD-
This format is often preferred because • TBK 5-6 - Norwegian
of its block-edit features such as Rotate, based pipe drafting and design
CAESAR II input capabilities have • FDBR - German
Duplicate, Mirror, Delete and Node software. This is the first intelligent,
revolutionized the way pipe stress Renumbering. • UKOOA - UK Offshore
fully functional, bi-directional link
engineers approach flexibility analy- • IGE/TD/12 - UK Gas
between CAD and a pipe stress
sis. The architecture, speed and Extensive FRP (Fiberglass) • Det Norske Veritas
analysis program. Engineers and
responsiveness of CAESAR II’s input Pipe Capabilities designers working together save
format reduce modeling time for Includes two piping codes specifically
for fiberglass reinforced plastic pipe plus time and improve accuracy with
typical jobs from hours to minutes. vendors data for modeling and analysis. this powerful link.

The on-line help combined with a Automatic Expansion Joint CAESAR II output reports include CAESAR II also imports model data
nested hierarchy of less frequently Modeling input echo, hanger selection and from the following:
used features ensure that you are Creates input for expansion joint individual load case listings of • PDS by Intergraph
not distracted with complex screens assemblies with parameters extracted displacement, local forces and • CADPIPE
or confusing options. You see only from vendor supplied databases. moments and code defined stresses • AUTOPLANT
what you need to see, when you compared with their allowable • ComputerVision
need to see it. Other Input & Modeling limits. You can review all or part • ISOMET
Capabilities Include: of this information on the screen
• Either Y or Z as vertical
• PRO-ISO
Once a computer model is complete, • “Undo/Redo” input correction
before any hard copy is generated.
Output reports may be viewed on screen, printed or saved to a file. This output review speeds the
extensive automatic error checking
reviews the input to ensure that the
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User-tailored units
Cold spring elements
Animated graphics are quite useful in learning about ^ design cycle by displaying results
CAESAR II has a neutral data file
format for independent use in
model makes sense from a “piping”
perspective and warns of possible
• Bend/intersection Stress Intensification
Factor (SIF) calculator and library
• Multiple job batch processing
^ the dynamic response of a piping system. Animation of Dynamic Response
Helps you verify simulations. Animating
that are useful in diagnosing piping
trouble areas.
exchanging data with other
programs such as CadCentre’s
mistakes. When satisfied that your • Automatic buried pipe modeling
mode shapes is one of the most valuable PDMS and Jacobus’ 3DM. It also
model is ready for analysis, you • Thermal bowing ASCE Wind Load Generation CAESAR II output modules provide
Flange Leakage and Stresses tools in diagnosing dynamic problems. produces AutoCAD DXF files for
simply tell CAESAR II to perform Lets you automatically apply and analyze Includes simple leakage checks, CAESAR II also animates the results from you with interactive flexibility. Load simple input plots.
up to 4 wind load sets according to ANSI B16.5 ratings and ASME Section
CAESAR II guides you through the time history analysis.
the analysis. Input and modeling case and report selection and head-
American Society of Civil Engineers VIII Division 1 stress calculations for specification or acquisition of data
capabilities include: (ASCE) #7 or allows you to specify your Missing Mass/Force Corrections ing control combine to give you a Both piping input and output can
evaluating flange loads. needed for dynamic analysis.
own pressure or velocity profile. Improves dynamic solution accuracy complete tool for reviewing analysis be directed to an ODBC database
Dynamic analysis begins with the
Interactive Graphics Fatigue Analysis and Cumulative by accounting for system high frequency results. The output graphics show (e.g. MS Access®) for data review
specifications of the dynamic input modal response.
Let you walk around your model, taking Nozzle Flexibilities and Stresses Usage Report displaced shapes, forces, moments, and manipulation outside CAESAR II.
you just one step short of holding the data such as lumped masses,
CAESAR II begins a static analysis Includes nozzle flexibilities as defined Calculates the remaining life based on stresses and animated motions.
model in your hand. CAESAR II supports imposed vibration, snubbers and Static/Dynamic Load Combinations This is very useful in comparing
in Welding Research Council (WRC) material fatigue curve data and an assigned
single-line, volume, wire frame and by recommending load cases neces- And, with output report filters, you results between several analyses or
Bulletin 297, American Petroleum Institute number of cycles. A cumulative usage spectrum definitions. You can use Allows you to combine any variety of
rendered graphics. sary to comply with piping code (API) Standard 650 and British Standard report will provide a total usage factor for dynamic and static loads to properly see what you want, and only what creating unique reports and plots.
the built-in shock spectra or define
stress requirements. In most cases PD 5500. It evaluates nozzle and vessel all fatigue cases selected at one time. address occasional load requirements you want, when you want it.
stresses using rules in WRC 297, WRC your own. Dynamic analysis capa- of the piping codes.
Extensive On-Line Help users choose the built-in default 107 and ASME Section VIII Division 2. Offshore Piping Analysis bilities include:
Provides instant context-sensitive Help load cases but still have complete
specific to each field. Complete documenta- Allows individual pipe elements to experi- Relief Valve Load Synthesis
tion is available on-line, as well. freedom to alter, add or delete Equipment Load Checks ence loading due to hydrodynamic effects Mode Shape and Calculates dynamic thrust load and
load cases. This ability to perform Performs load evaluations to the following of ocean waves and ocean currents. Natural Frequency Calculations transient pressures from relief valves in CAESAR II includes many other
algebraic combinations of displace- standards: Various wave theories and current profiles Saves you time since many operating open discharge systems. CAESAR II provides data interfaces features and options such as ther-
Wide Selection of Restraint Types
ments, forces and stresses gives
• Steam turbines (NEMA SM23) are incorporated. problems can be examined or avoided to programs for both import and mal bowing, an internal accounting
Provides the widest range of support types • Centrifugal pumps (API 610)
for boundary conditions.
by reviewing the system’s natural modes Data Interfaces export. This eliminates time consum- system, an expansion joint rating
you freedom to alter, add or delete • Centrifugal compressors (API 617) of vibration. Converts the results from hydraulic
• Anchors with or without displacements
up to 99 load cases. • Closed feedwater heaters (HEI) ing data entry and enhances the value program, B31G corrosion evaluation
• Single or double acting translational analysis packages such as Stoner’s LIQT
• Air cooled exchangers (API 661) and Sunrise Systems’ PIPENET automati- of your existing data and programs. and AISC unity checks.
• Single or double acting rotational Harmonic Forces and
cally into response spectrum data for
• Translational with bi-linear stiffness CAESAR II allows you to analyze pip- Displacements
• Snubbers use in CAESAR II.
ing and structural models together, Lets you evaluate the vibration response
• Guides and limit stops of a damped system to a range of har-
• Bottomed-out springs and you can observe the effect of the
monic forces or displacements to simulate
• Tie rod assemblies non-linear pipe-structure interaction mechanical and acoustic line vibrations.
• Gaps and friction both graphically and numerically.
• Connecting nodes for nodal • B31.1 and B31.1 (1967) - Power
interdependence
The ability to interactively control Shock Spectrum Analysis and • B31.3 - Process Piping
• Large rotation rod supports the static analysis process provides Independent Support Motion • B31.4 - Liquids Transportation
you with the most comprehensive (Including Anchor Movements) • B31.4 - Chapter IX - Offshore
Extensive Databases solution module available today. Includes independent support motion
• B31.5 - Refrigeration
Provides a comprehensive material data- Static analysis capabilities include: and library of NRC and UBC earthquake
base with temperature dependent allow- spectra. The program defaults to standard • B31.8 - Gas Transportation
able stresses. Includes valve and flange calculation methods, or you may choose • B31.8 - Chapter VIII - Offshore
databases with built-in length and weight Automatic, Comprehensive from a variety of modal and spatial
• ASME Sec. III, Class 2&3 -
information. Provides the ability to add Error Checking summation methods.
your own data. Speeds the process and protects you Nuclear Power
from oversights. Force Spectrum Analysis • British Standard 806
Allows analysis of general impact loads • US Navy Spec. 505
Structural Steel Modeling such as water and steam hammer, slug
Helps you set realistic boundary condi- Extensive Spring Hanger • Z662 - Canadian Gas Transportation
flow and relief valve discharge. It includes
tions, not idealistic ones. CAESAR II Selection Options a routine to convert time history loads into • RCC-M Section C & D -
includes structural steel databases from Provides numerous built-in manufacturer
many international standards.
the appropriate frequency response data. French Nuclear Power
catalogs. CAESAR II permits hanger
selections to multiple thermal cases, cold
or hot load design and standard or extend-
ed load ranges. It selects the appropriate
^ CAESAR II provides built-in databases for
valves and flanges, expansion joints, materials,
Modal Time History Analysis
Provides an accurate and complete evalua-
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Stoomwezen - Dutch
BS 7159 - British Fiberglass
structural steel and much more. tion of the system response through time Reinforced Plastic Pipe
spring support from many manufacturers’
catalogs based on a variety of proposed
operating and installation positions.
when the timing of dynamic loads is well
defined.
^ Interactive model input and display eliminates errors.
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• Intel Pentium processor
(or equivalent)
• Microsoft Windows (95, 98, NT 4.0
or higher) Operating System
• 64 Mbytes RAM (recommended)
• 60 Mbytes of disk space
• CD ROM Drive
• SVGA monitor (800x600)

CAESAR II
All CAESAR II licenses provide the
following as standard:
• Complete CAESAR II program
• One complete set of program
manuals
• One external software lock (ESL)
allowing access to CAESAR II
• Technical newsletter subscription
• Phone, fax, web site and e-mail
access for technical support
Full License provides:
• Perpetual single license
with no limit on the amount or
duration of use
• One full year of automatic
upgrades from date of purchase
• Eligibility for annual extensions of
automatic upgrades
• Eligibility for discounts on addi-
tional CAESAR II Full License
purchases
Monthly Lease provides:
• Full License copy on a monthly
rental basis
• Option to apply first month lease
when converting to a Full License
purchase
Limited Run (Pay-Per-Use) provides:
• Full program with a limit on
the number of actual analyses
(50 Minimum)
• Option to add runs over the
phone or fax without a modem

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