Discover FLUIDFLOW software version 3.54: back calculation tool, enhanced slurry modeling and charts

FLUIDFLOW software version 3.54 introduces new powerful tools and improvements to model fluid flow networks faster and more accurately. This release reduces manual work and provides greater confidence in your engineering decisions. Let’s discover the new features.

Identify the optimal operating point quickly

One of the most important features in FLUIDFLOW software version 3.54 is the Back Calc Input tool. It lets you work backwards from your desired outcome to instantly find the exact input values needed.

Instead of relying on manual trial-and-error, you can now set a target flow or pressure and let the software calculate the required pump speed, valve position, or other inputs automatically.

Simply open Tools → Back Calc Input, choose the element, set your target result, and let FluidFlow deliver the solution.

Benefits: reduce the time spent on design iterations and minimize trial and error.

Deliver reliable slurry simulations and cost-effective designs

• New solids derating methods for centrifugal pumps (ANSI 2021 and GIW4CM standards)
• Automated deposition-velocity selection (GIDWVS 2023)
• New friction loss models (VSM, V50, and 4CM)
• Improved modeling of vertical and inclined settling slurry pipes offering multiple correlation options

Benefits: improve fluid behavior prediction, and facilitates equipment and systems sizing.

Make it easy to analyze performance

• Create charts directly on the flowheet with single or double y-axis
• Visual performance comparison between pump and system curves
• Manual entry or JSON import for chart data
• Export charts or save them as image objects on your model

Benefits: create performance curves directly on the flowsheet to compare operating points, validate pump/system alignment and communicate results.

Improve usability across the platform

• Drag and drop template files straight from your file explorer into the flowsheet for fast reuse
• Tabbed flowsheet settings for quicker access
• Minimized icons and a cleaner canvas to focus on critical components

Benefits: build, navigate, and manage complex fluid flow systems easily.

Model complex fluid flow networks more quickly

• Export and import using JSON for easier integration with your toolchain
• Improved PCF file handling for more accurate model building
• New scripting tools to automate workflows and ensure repeatability
• Expanded warnings and guidance to help make better modeling decisions

Benefits: cut down manual efforts and make better engineering choices with confidence.

Customers with active maintenance plans can update directly to this version. New users can request a trial or contact us to learn how FLUIDFLOW software version 3.54 can improve fluid network modeling projects.