Official Release of P&ID Parsing AI Tool “PlantStream AIDE” on March 1, 2026

February 27, 2026

Arent Inc. announces that the official version of the P&ID (Piping & Instrumentation Diagram) parsing AI tool “PlantStream P&ID AI Data Extractor” (hereinafter “PlantStream AIDE”) will be released on March 1, 2026.

PlantStream AIDE was initially introduced as an early-access version by the former PlantStream Inc. in July 2025 and has since been evaluated and utilized by numerous customers.

Following the recent merger, the product will now be officially released as part of the Arent Group portfolio and provided as a cloud-based SaaS solution. Through continuous feature enhancements, we will further support efficiency improvements in plant design operations.

Background and Objectives

In the early stages of plant design, creating From-To information and organizing data from P&IDs requires substantial man-hours.

Arent developed PlantStream AIDE to automate P&ID analysis, streamline these tasks, and significantly reduce workload while improving quality in early-stage design processes.

Leveraging the Arent Group’s technological foundation and development capabilities, we will continue to enhance the product and improve service quality, contributing to our customers’ digital transformation (DX) initiatives.

Overview of PlantStream AIDE

PlantStream AIDE is a tool that automatically extracts and compiles piping connection information (From-To Lists) by simply uploading a P&ID.

By replacing conventional manual data creation processes, it dramatically accelerates the transition from From-To list creation to 3D model design.

Demo Video

Key Features

Automatic P&ID Analysis
AI automatically extracts and lists lines, nozzles, equipment, and other elements.

One-Click Validation & Correction
Review extracted data on a confirmation screen and easily apply corrections.

Integration with PlantStream
Import From-To lists into PlantStream for seamless automated routing and 3D modeling.

Change Tracking Function
Detect changes in P&IDs and quickly reflect them in the 3D model.

Implementation Benefits (Based on Internal Research)

  • Approximately 50% reduction in man-hours for creating From-To Lists
  • Up to 74% reduction in total man-hours from From-To creation through 3D modeling
  • Significant reduction in human error
  • Improved productivity by minimizing rework

Availability

Official Launch Date: March 1, 2026
Delivery Model: Cloud-based SaaS

About PlantStream®

PlantStream® is a 3D CAD software that automates plant piping and equipment layout to significantly improve engineering productivity and quality.
Its rule-based automation enables rapid and accurate design generation — transforming conventional CAD operations into an intuitive, high-speed workflow.
Developed jointly with Chiyoda Corporation, PlantStream is widely adopted by leading EPC and engineering companies across the globe.