DIGITAL ASSET INFORMATION & MODELLING STANDARD FOR PRODUCING CAD AND GEOSPATIAL DRAWINGS - Version 9.1 - Published 18 June 2024

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Digital Asset Information & Modelling Standard for producing CAD and geospatial drawings (ESF-500-STD-502) defines requirements, processes, and deliverables for creating and handing over CAD models and drawings. It includes document control elements, disclaimer and copyright notices, and a detailed version history from prior revisions to 9.1. It covers drawing setup, menu and support files, modelspace/paperspace usage, viewport configuration, AutoCAD X-REF management, and integration of 3D models and 2D drawings, including rules for non-AutoCAD program data conversion and reference handling.

LanguageEnglish

CategoryTechnology

FormatPDF

Pages49

Reading Time2 h 3 min

AccessFree to download

1. INTRODUCTION

2. COPYRIGHT

3. DRAWING SETUP

3.1 MENUS

3.2 SUPPORT FILES

3.3 PAPERSPACE / MODELSPACE ON DRAWINGS

3.3.1 Viewports

3.4 AUTOCAD X-REF MANAGEMENT

3.4.1 Purpose and Overview

3.4.2 Unresolved and Superfluous References

3.4.3 Purging and Auditing

3.4.4 3D Model and 2D Drawing Integration

3.4.5 AutoCAD Native File Handover

3.5 NON-AUTOCAD PROGRAM DATA TO DWG

3.5.1 Purpose and Overview

3.5.2 Conversion to DWG Format

3.5.3 Application of Watercare AS1100 Standards

3.5.4 Handling of References

3.5.5 AutoCAD Native File Handover

DIGITAL ASSET INFORMATION & MODELLING STANDARD FOR PRODUCING CAD AND GEOSPATIAL DRAWINGS Document No. ESF-500-STD-502 Version: 9.1 Published Date: 18 June 2024 Copyright information Copyright © Watercare Services Limited. All rights reserved. Disclaimer Watercare Services Limited has endeavoured to ensure material in this document is technically accurate and reflects legal requirements. However, the document does not override governing legislation. Watercare Services Limited does not accept liability for any consequences arising from the use of this document. If the user of this document is unsure whether the material is correct, they should refer directly to the relevant legislation and contact Watercare Services Limited. More information If you have further queries, please contact the Asset Lifecycle team at [standards@water.co.nz](standards@water.co.nz) DOCUMENT CONTROL Document owner Review Contributors Principal Asset Lifecycle Engineer (Standards) Manager – Asset Lifecycle Neville Perrie, Les Collinge and Alastair Ussher Version history | Version | Description of revision | Published by | Date | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 5 | Minor amendments-Pages 9, 11, 25. | I Moses / G Stewart | 24/04/15 | | 6 | Page 45, DTMAN group listing amended. | I Moses / G Stewart | 08/05/15 | | 7 | Page 17 4.3.5, Page 30 section 8 amended. | I Moses / J De Villiers | 25/08/15 | | 8 | Major changes to document format and layout. Included 3D, Geospatial and P&ID requirements. Standard template layout changes. | J de Villiers | 10/02/2017 | | 8.1 | Minor changes to drawing frame, clarifications to unused external references and superseded drawings | J de Villiers | 3/07/2017 | | 8.2 | Minor update to clarify final changes to drawings | J de Villiers | 15/12/2017 | | 8.3 | Minor updates to CAD version numbers, red-line drawing process and drawing deliverables | J de Villiers | 1/10/2018 | | 8.4 | Duplicated colour coding on line types and font styles | J de Villiers | 22/03/2019 | | 8.5 | Updates to pdf document requirements, minor title updates and formats of CAD file submission | J de Villiers | 30/09/2019 | | 8.6 | Updates to CAD title blocks. Update to deliverables and design model delivery | J de Villiers | 19/11/2020 | | 8.7 | Minor update to remove references to
Blackbox22 | J de Villiers | 1/07/2021 | | 8.8 | Minor updates to include table for data points and qualifications of person who can certify geospatial data | J de Villiers | 10/01/2022 | | 9 | Document format updated and new sections added including QA/ AC Checklist | W Strydom | 11/12/2023 | | 9.1 | Minor amendments to document and addition ofcertifier qualification for survey plans. | W Strydom | 18/06/2024 | This document takes effect on the date of release and supersedes all prior versions. Summary of Changes | Version | Section | Description of revision | | --- | --- | --- | | 9.1 | Document | Minor formatting and edits. | | | 4.1 | Updated section to note consultant logo position on left side of Title 1. | | | 4.7 | Added pipeline long section direction for wastewater rising mains. | | | 5.1.4 | Added that electronic copies of as-builts shall include pdf copies supplied with all CAD files. | | | 5.5 | Added reference to Watercare’s Digital Engineering Execution Plan for 3D models file naming structure. | | | 6.1 | Added Certified Professional Engineering Surveyor as an accepted certifier. | | | 8 | Updated QA/QC template to include electronic copies of . pdf for submission | Table of Contents 1. INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 10 2. COPYRIGHT ............................................................................................................... 10 3. DRAWING SETUP ...................................................................................................... 10 3.1 MENUS .........................................

FAQs

What is the document number and current version referenced by the standard?

The document is ESF-500-STD-502 and the current version shown is 9.1, published on 18 June 2024.

What topics are covered in the Drawing Setup section?

Drawing Setup includes menus, support files, paperspace/modelspace usage (including viewports), AutoCAD X-REF management, and handling conversion of non-AutoCAD program data to DWG.

How does the document manage and update CAD deliverables across versions?

A version history table lists revision descriptions and publication dates, and the Summary of Changes for version 9.1 notes specific updates such as formatting edits and additions to QA/QC and submission requirements.

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