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Modifying nozzles on equipment (e.g., tanks, heat exchangers) has become simpler thanks to the extended functionality of the Edit Nozzle grip. Clicking the nozzle grip opens a context menu with options:
The new context menu saves time – many changes can be made with one click without interrupting work on the model.
Plant 3D 2026 simplifies the process of replacing reducing fittings (e.g., reducing tees, reducers) with other components. The feature activated by the PLANTEXTENDEDSUBSTITUTION variable groups available substitution options into categories:
The extended substitution menu makes it easier to select the correct replacement, speeding up model modifications. You can revert to the old method by disabling the variable.
While creating equipment models, adding subsequent solid elements is more intuitive thanks to a new preview. In the Create Equipment window, the outline of the forming body is displayed live.
The new preview helps avoid mistakes – the designer immediately sees whether the newly added element is correctly oriented relative to the rest of the tank.
Plant 3D 2026 improves how port information is displayed. In the Properties palette, when an object with multiple ports is selected, a dropdown list of ports appears.
You can select a specific port and edit only its properties, making changes easier. For example, on a three-way valve, ports can be labeled A, B, C – selecting port A shows only its parameters.
Autodesk Plant 3D 2026 changes the default 3D visual style to Shaded with fast shading mode enabled. This setting is less resource-intensive than Realistic, resulting in:
Users can rotate, pan, and edit models more smoothly, significantly improving performance when working with large assemblies.
Engineers modeling in 3D can now modify equipment and piping faster thanks to:
Plant 3D 2026 significantly improves the daily work of designers by minimizing manual operations and boosting software performance.