For those users who have access to the SolidWorks World Videos, this video:

gives a run down on what SolidWorks is doing, or proposing in this area.

This presentation covers a range of areas including:

• Driveworks demo
• Piping isometrics
• Steelwork
• Piping
• P&ID's

It was an interesting video. Eric discusses the current state of play developments in this area.

The video also highlights the approach taken by in developing software. SolidWorks uses companies and individuals with an interest in a particular area to provide input and direction for developing the software. It starts off with a very simple model and builds in complexity over time.

Other videos on the topic that may be of interest are listed below.