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Hydraulic Modeling

Bentley OpenFlows

Advanced hydraulic and hydrologic modeling for comprehensive water infrastructure planning and management

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Category
Software
Ideal For
Water Utilities
Deployment
On-premise / Cloud / Hybrid
Integrations
None+ Apps
Security
Role-based access control, data encryption, audit logging for infrastructure protection
API Access
Yes - for custom integrations and third-party system connectivity

About Bentley OpenFlows

Bentley OpenFlows is a comprehensive suite of advanced hydraulic and hydrologic modeling applications designed for water professionals to plan, design, analyze, and manage complex water infrastructure systems. The platform enables engineers to model water distribution networks, wastewater systems, stormwater management, and flood control infrastructure with precision and confidence. OpenFlows WaterGEMS provides robust hydraulic modeling capabilities for water distribution systems, while complementary tools address specialized infrastructure needs. The suite facilitates optimization of system performance, sustainability analysis, and regulatory compliance. AiDOOS enhances OpenFlows deployment by providing expert engineers and consultants for implementation, customization, and ongoing optimization. Through AiDOOS, organizations gain access to specialized talent for model calibration, scenario analysis, and strategic planning, ensuring maximum value extraction from their hydraulic modeling investments and accelerating time-to-insight for critical infrastructure decisions.

Challenges It Solves

  • Complex hydraulic modeling requires specialized expertise to accurately represent water system behavior and interactions
  • Water utilities struggle to balance infrastructure investments with aging systems and regulatory compliance requirements
  • Inadequate system analysis leads to inefficient operations, water loss, and inability to manage peak demand scenarios
  • Engineers need rapid scenario evaluation to support capital planning and sustainability initiatives
  • Integration of field data and modeling results remains fragmented across multiple systems and platforms

Proven Results

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Improved system efficiency and reduced water loss through optimized operations
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Faster infrastructure planning cycles supporting regulatory compliance requirements
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Enhanced capacity to evaluate climate and demand scenarios for resilience planning

Key Features

Core capabilities at a glance

Hydraulic Network Modeling

Accurate representation of complex water distribution networks

Enables reliable system performance prediction and optimization

Scenario Analysis and Optimization

Evaluate multiple infrastructure and operational strategies

Supports data-driven capital planning and operational decisions

Real-Time Monitoring Integration

Connect field data with hydraulic models for continuous validation

Improves model accuracy and enables adaptive management

Water Quality Tracking

Model contaminant and water age throughout distribution systems

Enhances public health protection and water safety assurance

Storm and Wastewater Modeling

Specialized tools for stormwater and collection system design

Supports green infrastructure planning and combined sewer optimization

Flood Risk Assessment

Evaluate flood scenarios and mitigation strategies

Enables resilient infrastructure planning for climate adaptation

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Real-World Use Cases

See how organizations drive results

Water Distribution System Optimization
Water utilities model existing networks to identify inefficiencies, optimize pump operations, and plan system expansions. Engineers evaluate pressure zones, identify water loss locations, and design capital improvement projects.
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Reduced non-revenue water loss and operational costs
Urban Stormwater Management Planning
Municipalities model stormwater networks to evaluate green infrastructure alternatives, permitting compliance, and climate resilience. Analysis supports sustainable development and flood mitigation strategies.
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Accelerated green infrastructure adoption and flood risk reduction
Water Infrastructure Capacity Planning
Engineers evaluate future demand scenarios, population growth impacts, and treatment capacity requirements. Models support master planning, regulatory submissions, and long-term investment strategies.
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Confident capital planning aligned with growth projections
Water Quality and Safety Assurance
Utilities track contaminant propagation, water age, and disinfectant residual throughout networks. Analysis identifies vulnerability zones and optimizes water quality monitoring programs.
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Enhanced public health protection and compliance certification
Emergency Response and System Resilience
Models evaluate impact of pipe failures, power outages, and contamination events. Engineers develop emergency response protocols and design redundancy improvements.
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Improved emergency preparedness and system resilience

Integrations

Seamlessly connect with your tech ecosystem

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SCADA Systems

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Real-time integration of operational data from control systems to validate and calibrate hydraulic models continuously

G

GIS Platforms

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Seamless integration with ArcGIS and other geographic information systems for network data management and spatial analysis

C

CAD Applications

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Integration with AutoCAD and other design tools for importing infrastructure geometry and exporting design outputs

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Bentley ProjectWise

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Portfolio-level project management and documentation control for multi-project modeling initiatives

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Data Analytics Platforms

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Export modeling results to analytics platforms for advanced visualization and business intelligence integration

T

Treatment Plant Operations

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Integration with treatment plant control systems for water quality parameter modeling and optimization

A

Asset Management Systems

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Bidirectional data exchange with asset databases to support life-cycle planning and capital management

C

Cloud Data Platforms

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Cloud connectivity for collaborative model sharing, version control, and enterprise-scale data management

Implementation with AiDOOS

Outcome-based delivery with expert support

Outcome-Based

Pay for results, not hours

Milestone-Driven

Clear deliverables at each phase

Expert Network

Access to certified specialists

Implementation Timeline

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Discover
Requirements & assessment
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Integrate
Setup & data migration
3
Validate
Testing & security audit
4
Rollout
Deployment & training
5
Optimize
Performance tuning

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Alternatives & Comparisons

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Capability Bentley OpenFlows Sensus Analytics Siemens Decentraliz… WindESCo
Customization Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Ease of Use Good Good Good Good
Enterprise Features Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Pricing Fair Fair Fair Fair
Integration Ecosystem Excellent Excellent Excellent Excellent
Mobile Experience Fair Good Good Good
AI & Analytics Good Excellent Excellent Excellent
Quick Setup Fair Fair Good Good

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of water systems can be modeled with Bentley OpenFlows?
OpenFlows supports comprehensive modeling of water distribution networks, wastewater collection systems, stormwater infrastructure, and flood control systems. The suite includes specialized tools for each infrastructure type, enabling integrated analysis of complex systems.
How does AiDOOS enhance the value of OpenFlows implementations?
AiDOOS connects organizations with expert hydraulic engineers and water professionals for model development, calibration, scenario analysis, and strategic planning. This accelerates implementation timelines, improves model accuracy, and ensures organizations achieve maximum ROI from their OpenFlows investment.
Can OpenFlows integrate with existing operational systems and GIS data?
Yes, OpenFlows provides robust integration with SCADA systems, GIS platforms, CAD applications, and asset management systems. This enables continuous model calibration with field data and streamlined workflows for engineers and operators.
What level of expertise is required to use OpenFlows effectively?
While the platform is designed for water professionals, effective hydraulic modeling requires specialized knowledge. AiDOOS recommends engaging expert consultants for initial model development, calibration, and interpretation to ensure reliable results for critical decisions.
How does OpenFlows support regulatory compliance and reporting?
OpenFlows provides detailed scenario analysis and reporting capabilities to support regulatory submissions, water quality assurance documentation, and infrastructure adequacy demonstrations required by state and federal agencies.
Is OpenFlows suitable for small utilities or only large water systems?
OpenFlows scales from small municipal systems to large multi-utility portfolios. AiDOOS provides expert resources at appropriate engagement levels, making advanced modeling accessible to utilities of all sizes.