The Engineering Standard for Fluid Systems. Now Cloud-Native and AI-Assisted.

For more than 40 years, engineering teams have trusted PIPE-FLO to design, simulate, and optimize critical fluid systems. PIPE-FLO Connect brings that same proven calculation engine to a cloud-native platform with AI-assisted model building, real-time collaboration, and interactive 3D visualization.

Trusted for the Work That Has to Be Right

PIPE-FLO is pipe simulation software for teams that design, simulate, troubleshoot, and optimize piping systems, from flow modeling to full fluid handling system design.

Proven methods

Built on established engineering methods, including Darcy-Weisbach and Crane TP410.

Calculation accuracy

Models the hydraulic and thermal behavior of complex systems, so you’re not relying on spreadsheet approximations.

Trusted across industries

Data centers, power generation, chemical processing, oil and gas, water and wastewater, food and beverage, mining, maritime, pharmaceutical, HVAC, and engineering services.

40+ Years

Trusted calculation engine

6,000+

Verified fluid properties

12.6M

Simulations run annually

150+ OEM Manufacturers

Natively integrated through PUMP-FLO

The Same Trusted Engine. A Better Way to Work.

PIPE-FLO Connect gives engineering teams a faster, more collaborative way to build and use fluid system models. Calculation rigor is intact. Years of engineering work carry forward.

From P&ID to Working Model. Faster.

Upload a P&ID, AFT diagram, or PDF schematic. PIPE-FLO Connect uses AI to extract system topology and build model components in minutes, not hours. Model-building work that took 10 to 40 hours drops to a fraction of that time, so engineers spend it applying engineering judgment, not recreating diagrams.

One Live Model for the Whole Team

Stop emailing files, reconciling versions, and waiting for model access. Multiple engineers work in the same live model, while a single active editor preserves model integrity. Designers, reviewers, operators, and stakeholders work from the current version.

See the Entire System, Not Just the Schematic

Visualize piping networks in interactive 3D for spatial review, design discussions, and stakeholder communication. The 3D System Viewer gives operations leaders and non-specialists a clear view of system intent without interpreting a 2D schematic.

Access PIPE-FLO from Any Browser

Browser-based, with no local installation or VPN. Role-based access controls, single sign-on, audit logging, and multi-zone redundancy. Your models and data are isolated to your organization and fully exportable. Built for 400+ concurrent users on a single tenant.

See PIPE-FLO Connect in Action

Every Pipe Carries Consequence. Model It Like It Does.

PIPE-FLO supports fluid system engineering teams operating in some of the world’s most demanding environments, from critical cooling infrastructure to complex industrial process systems.

Model Cooling Infrastructure Before It Reaches the Field

As AI workloads increase cooling demand, data center teams need confidence in every pump, pipe, heat exchanger, and loop. PIPE-FLO gives engineers tools to simulate, validate, and optimize cooling infrastructure before committing capital or making changes in live operations.

150+ OEM Pump Catalogs. Directly Inside Your Modeling Workflow.

PUMP-FLO gives PIPE-FLO Connect users access to one of the industry’s most complete collections of OEM pump and equipment data. Select and import pump curves from more than 150 manufacturers, then validate pump performance against actual system conditions without leaving the modeling environment.

Real manufacturer data. No estimated curves. No disconnected catalog research. Better equipment decisions.

Trusted by Engineering Teams Worldwide

For more than four decades, PIPE-FLO has supported the fluid system engineering work behind critical industrial operations. Its calculation depth, verified fluid-property data, and integrated equipment intelligence give teams the information they need to make better decisions before changes reach the field.

The Engineers Who Built the Standard Built a School for It.

FLO-Master Academy delivers virtual instructor-led training and certification for PIPE-FLO users at every proficiency level. Engineers build confidence, model more effectively, and take on more complex fluid system challenges.

Still the Standard. Built for What’s Next.

See how PIPE-FLO Connect brings the proven PIPE-FLO calculation engine to a platform built for modern engineering teams.

Frequently asked questions

What is PIPE-FLO?

PIPE-FLO is fluid system engineering software for designing, simulating, troubleshooting, and optimizing piping systems. Built on Darcy-Weisbach methods and Crane TP410 practices, it has been the trusted calculation standard for fluid system modeling across major industrial sectors for more than 40 years.

What is PIPE-FLO Connect?

PIPE-FLO Connect is the cloud-native version of PIPE-FLO. It brings the PIPE-FLO calculation engine to a browser-based platform for engineering teams. It became generally available on October 15, 2026.

How is PIPE-FLO Connect different from PIPE-FLO Desktop?

The calculation engine is the same. The platform is entirely different. PIPE-FLO Connect runs in a browser and gives every engineer on the team simultaneous access to the same live model. Existing PIPE-FLO Desktop models import directly with no rebuild required. PIPE-FLO Desktop remains fully supported. PIPE-FLO Connect is an upgrade path for teams that are ready for it, not a deadline for teams that aren’t.

What industries does PIPE-FLO serve?

PIPE-FLO supports fluid system engineering teams across data centers, power generation, chemical processing, oil and gas, water and wastewater, food and beverage, mining and metals, maritime, pulp and paper, and engineering design and AEC services.

How does AI model building work in PIPE-FLO Connect?

Engineers upload a P&ID, AFT diagram, or PDF schematic. PIPE-FLO Connect uses AI to extract the system topology and build model components automatically. Engineering review and judgment stay with the engineer of record. PIPE-FLO Connect does not use your models or data to train shared or foundation models.

How is PIPE-FLO Connect priced?

PIPE-FLO Connect is priced by pipe count, not by individual seat. Every engineer who needs access gets it, with role-based access controls and no per-user licensing caps.

What is FLO-Master Academy?

FLO-Master Academy is PIPE-FLO’s training and certification program. It offers virtual instructor-led courses for engineers at every proficiency level, from new users to experienced modelers working on complex fluid systems.

How do I get started with PIPE-FLO Connect?

Request a demo. Bring your own P&IDs, diagrams, or existing models. The PIPE-FLO team will walk through the platform live and cover the migration path from PIPE-FLO Desktop if relevant.