Bentley Systems officially launched OpenFlows 2026, a major update ofOpenFlows WorkSuite To help engineers analyse and design their water, sanitation and stormwater systems more quickly. Highlights of this version: the arrival of Bentley Copilot, an IA assistant that allows to interact with hydraulic models in natural language.
In brief:
- OpenFlows 2026 introduced Bentley Copilot : interrogate and modify a hydraulic model in natural language.
- Enhanced connectivity to digital twins and Bentley Infrastructure Cloud to share 2D/3D models.
- Native support for new coordinate systems: complete manual processing of GIS and field data.
- Instant 2D graphics and annotations of scenarios side by side to compare design alternatives.
- Bentley Systems partner beCAD supports sales, advice and training on OpenFlows WorkSuite.
What is OpenFlows WorkSuite?
OpenFlows WorkSuite is Bentley Systems' complete software suite for hydraulic and hydrological engineering. It brings together OpenFlows Water and OpenFlows Sewer, enabling study offices and communities to plan, design and analyse their drinking water, wastewater and stormwater systems in an integrated environment.
From drinking water production to sanitation, a single modelling environment.
OpenFlows 2026: what changes
This version aims to eliminate the usual friction points of hydraulic work and to facilitate collaboration between disciplines.
Bentley Copilot: Dialogue with its hydraulic model
Bentley Copilot allows engineers to query their data, make changes, and execute commands by simple conversation, rather than navigate in complex menus. Key: less manual effort, less error, and a reduced learning curve for new engineers.
Easier sanitation networks to model from the field to the study office.
Digital twin connectivity and simplified GIS data
OpenFlows 2026 strengthens its connectivity with digital twins and Bentley Infrastructure Cloud Models become accessible digital assets, available in 2D or 3D alongside other infrastructures. A new native coordinate system support automates the alignment of GIS data, field models and external maps, thus avoiding manual reprojections of time.
Faster 2D analysis
The reporting tools now integrate instant 2D cell charts and side-by-side scenario annotations to quickly compare several design alternatives and visualize complex surface flow results.
OpenFlows WorkSuite 10 key points
| Key point | In practice |
|---|---|
| 1. Integrated suite | OpenFlows Water (WaterCAD/WaterGEMS + HAMMER) and OpenFlows Sewer (SewerCAD/SewerGEMS). |
| 2. Assistant IA Bentley Copilot | Interview and edition of the model in natural language. |
| 3. Drinking water analysis | Simulation of distribution networks and ram strokes (HAMMER). |
| 4. Sanitation analysis | Modeling of wastewater and combined systems. |
| 5. Digital twin connectivity | Sharing models via Bentley Infrastructure Cloud, in 2D or 3D. |
| 6. SIG native medium | Automatic alignment of coordinate systems and field data. |
| 7. Advanced 2D reporting | Instant graphs per cell and comparison of scenarios. |
| 8. Several licensing levels | Standard, Advanced and Ultimate according to the needs of the project. |
| 9. Collaborative environment | Centralizing projects for study offices and communities. |
| 10. Reduction of manual errors | Automation of repetitive tasks through integrated AI. |
Rain networks also benefit from the new 2D analysis tools.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is OpenFlows 2026?
This is the latest version of OpenFlows WorkSuite, the Bentley Systems suite for hydraulic and hydrological engineering. It introduces the IA Bentley Copilot assistant and enhanced connectivity to digital twins.
What is Bentley Copilot for in OpenFlows?
It allows you to query and modify a hydraulic model in natural language: ask a question, request a modification or execute a command without browsing the technical menus of the software.
Does OpenFlows 2026 work with existing GIS data?
Yes. The expanded native support of coordinate systems automates the alignment of GIS data, field models and external maps, reducing manual data preparation work.
What is the difference between OpenFlows Water and OpenFlows Sewer?
OpenFlows Water covers the modelling of drinking water distribution systems, while OpenFlows Sewer covers wastewater and storm systems. The two are combined in OpenFlows WorkSuite.
Why choose OpenFlows WorkSuite with beCAD?
As an approved Bentley Systems partner, beCAD supports study offices and communities in advice, sales and training on OpenFlows WorkSuite and all Bentley solutions (MicroStation, OpenRoads Designer, OpenBuildings Designer, iTwin Capture Modeler, SYNCHRO 4D...). Our team helps you take advantage of IA innovations today.
