For StormCAD it would be very helpful to also have a dynamic link between Civil 3D stormwater pipes and StormCAD pipes. We have to run two models essentially and there is a lot of translating data from one model into the other and time spend makin...
The most helpful thing for how I use PondPack would be the ability to import catchment areas from CAD polyline work and maybe hatches in CAD. That way when we hatch a site pervious and impervious the numbers would automatically populate a catchmen...
Provide a cleaner interface for grate inlet analysis for custom grate specs. I have struggled with using flowmaster for special grates we are using for airport applications. I have the opening area and perimeter but I cannot input custom variables...
it would be helpful to be able to analyze inlets that have slanted grates that are slanted in the direction of gutter flow. These grates are commonly used in DOT design as well as private applications. Please see attachment.
incorporate the FHWA hydraulic toolbox into the product for quick calcs, channel lining, culvert outlet protection, etc... Could be an add on that can pull the data out of the model.
Warning for Acute Angles Between Inlet and Outlet Pipes
Problem: The software does not warn users when the angle between the inlet and outlet pipes at a manhole is less than 90 degrees, which is a design flaw. Suggestion: Activate a warning when acute angles are detected between inlet and outlet pipes.
Problem: Manhole numbering is done manually according to the layout of main lines and branches, which is time-consuming and error-prone. Suggestion: Add a feature for automatic numbering of manholes based on the network’s sequence.
Problem: Pipe diameters and slopes in rural area codes depend on the width of the streets and are currently input manually. Suggestion: Enable automatic selection of pipe diameters and slopes based on the street width in accordance with applicable...
Problem: In preliminary design stages, the absence of topographic surveys forces designers to rely on Google Maps for drawing site layouts manually and extracting elevations using separate tools. Suggestion: Integrate Google Maps as a background w...