3R Software Solutions
Enterprise software
Company Overview
Operating from Hamm, Germany, 3R solutions is an established provider of advanced automation solutions for pipe spool fabrication. With decades of experience, the company has evolved from a specialized software developer for pipe-shops, primarily serving German shipyards, to a global supplier of comprehensive turnkey pipe-shop solutions. 3R solutions focuses on optimizing the combination of efficiency and economic viability in pipe production processes, integrating innovative software and hardware.
Automated Pipe-Shop Solutions
3R solutions offers fully customized and automated pipe-shop solutions designed to streamline data and material flow. These solutions encompass everything from initial requirements analysis and hardware procurement to installation coordination. Key components include automated transport systems, high-rise pipe dispensers, pipe cleaning machines, precise cutting and beveling machines (band saws, plasma/oxy-fuel cutters), automated welding machines (flange, orbital), and induction bending machines. The design prioritizes continuous fabrication, minimal idle times, and maximum machine utilization, adhering to Industry 4.0 standards through integrated systems and real-time monitoring.
Comprehensive Software Framework
At the core of 3R solutions' offering is an intelligent software framework that provides complete control over the pipe spool fabrication process. This framework includes:
- IsoBuilder: For creating, importing, and processing isometric drawings, automatic spool splitting, generating processing data, and interfacing with third-party CAD systems (STEP, IGES, PCF).
- RAMP: The central application for automation and optimization, balancing material flow and machine utilization, managing material, planning production, monitoring progress, and transferring CNC data.
- Kolli: An advanced bending simulation and feasibility analysis tool for CNC tube and profile bending machines. It detects collisions, offers automatic correction strategies, generates CNC data, and supports various bending machine types.
- Freeform Manager: A specialized software for simulating and generating CNC data for freeform tubes with continuously varying bending radii and twists, ensuring collision-free and precise fabrication, as demonstrated in projects like the King Abdulaziz Centre for World Culture.
- Joint Check: A mobile-optimized QA/QC assistant for tracking welding and connection statuses, managing welder qualifications, and generating comprehensive inspection reports, ensuring full traceability from fit-up to installation.
Industry Reach and Global Presence
3R solutions caters to a wide array of industries that utilize pipe spools, including shipbuilding, offshore (oil rigs), chemical plants, hydrogen electrolyzers, automotive (for software applications), plant construction, petrochemicals, power generation, and the food and pharmaceutical sectors. The company boasts a significant global footprint, with over 40 successful projects completed for customers across the Baltic Sea, South East Asia, the Middle East, Europe, and the Americas.
Key Differentiators
The company differentiates itself through its ability to provide integrated, turnkey solutions that bridge the gap between engineering and workshop execution. Its emphasis on a unified software framework controlling sophisticated automated machinery allows for efficient fabrication of both large batches and small, diverse batches of pipe spools, a challenge for many traditional automation systems. The continuous development of self-learning correction methods in its bending software further exemplifies its commitment to innovation and precision, leading to significant reductions in material waste.
