Contents
Getting Started
General Software Information
Registration
Introducing the Virtual Environment
Starter Page
Introduction
Account
About
Interface Basics
Closing the Start Page
IES Online
New Project
Common Configuration Options
Location & Weather
HVAC Methodology
Schematic Geometry Wizard
Building Footprint & Orientation
Storeys & Roof
External Glazing
Input Units
Creating the Project
Create From Starter Geometry
Create From Project Template
Creating User Templates
Create From BIM File
Configure Section Behaviour
Open Project
Pinned Location & Weather
Additional Options
Components of the Virtual Environment
File Menu
Activating & Archiving Projects
View Menu
Tools Menu
Texture Rendering & Colour Preferences
User Preferences
Help Menu
Keyboard Shortcuts
Installation & Keys
VE - Quick Installation Guide
Applications Overview
Installing or Upgrading IES Software
Troubleshooting the Installation/Licensing
Licensing and Registering IES Products
Moving Software Licences
Help System
Training & Further Guidance
VE-GAIA
Create the model geometry
Generate/Import/Draw Geometry
Auto-generate from Starter Geometry
Create from BIM
Drawing in the VE
Need help?
Set building type
Create building metrics report
Building Metrics Report
Understand the Climate
Climate Metrics Report
Notes
Climate Index Simulation
Climate Energy Index (CEI)
Monthly breakdown
Consider Bio-climatic design responses
Review solar impact of building
Plan for climate change
Select generic climate change weather files
ASHRAE Climate Zones
Select climate weather files you have added to the VE in APlocate
Get climate change weather files
Specify file in APlocate
Re-run reports to see effect of predicted climate change weather
Reduce Construction Impacts
Define constructions
Opaque constructions
Glazed constructions
Apply constructions
Set adjacent condition
Assign constructions a category at a time
Assess materials, waste & alternatives
Materials Review report
Overview
Impact
One Click LCA Integration
Create One Click LCA User Account
Upload Materials and Energy
Reduce CO2 & Operational Energy
Carry out baseline thermal simulation
Energy/Carbon report
Comfort
Room loads
Other notes
Review peak loads / plant size
Increase Site Resource
Apply renewable strategies
Enter rainwater collection area and simulate
Consider the potential for reducing energy & water use
Notes
Increase Renewable Energy use
Apply renewable strategies
Simulate
Renewable Energy (LZCT) report
Notes / Considerations
Use the energy hierarchy
Low carbon v renewables
Indicative potential
Model Geometry
ModelIT
What is ModelIT?
The ModelIT Workspace & Browser
Levels of Decomposition & Display Mode Options
Model Browser Functions & Room Groups
Model Browser
Grouping scheme ‘HVAC Zones and Zone Groups’
Space Groups
Model Functions
Colours & Layers
Grid & Locks
Drawing Shapes
Draw Partitions & Construction Lines
Adding Doors, Windows & Holes
PV Panels, Translucent shades, Import Options & ConstructDXF
Create Slice, Scale & Extrude
Opening Stamp Tool
Draw Openings in Plan View
Create Storeys
Add Voids and/or Stratify
Model Consistency Report
Rename Spaces
Internal partition surface orientation
Model Viewer
APlocate
Edit Functions
Edit Glazing, Doors Louvres
Edit Heights & Create Roof
Divide Space
Separate Composite Space & Edit Vertices
View Functions
Key-in and Edit Functions
Fit & Zoom Options
Selection & Rotation
Move Levels & Object List
North Indicator & Co-ordinate Location
ModelIT Menu Functions
DXF & GEM Files
Import gbXML File
STL, DXF & Bitmap File
Merge Model Data & Rendering
Model Settings Menu
ConstructDXF
Geometry Navigators
Key-ins
Settings Menu / Model Settings
Revit Plug-in
User Settings and Information
Building Data
Space Data
Sustainability VE-Toolkit
VE-Toolkit for LEED-USA
VE-Toolkit for LEED-INDIA
VE-Toolkit for Green Star Australia
SketchUp Plug-in
Introduction
Toolbar Options
Identify Rooms & Set Room Properties
Toggle Rooms
Toggle X Ray
IESVE Menu
Access Virtual Environment Suite Tools
Using Google Earth to set location and Terrain
Common drawing issues
ConstructDXF
What is ConstructDXF
Using ConstructDXF
The ConstructDXF Window
Modifying & Performing Calculations
Components
Component Modeller
Fundamentals
Model Functions
Edit Functions
View, File Functions & Libraries
Performance Components
Importing components from library
Manually Defining a Component
FAQ
BIM Navigator
Import BIM file
Step 1: Check BIM model
Read modelling best practice
Check volumes
Check ceiling voids
Utilise floor levels / stories
Consider model element properties
Step 2: Load BIM exchange file into the VE
Set VE shell import preferences
Load BIM exchange file
Step 3: Check and correct geometry
Stage 1: Apply "Heal geometry"
Stage 2: Visual geometry inspection
Resolve warped geometry / glazing for export
View front elevation to check ceiling voids
Remove unwanted triangulated surfaces
Remove unwanted escaping volumes
Stage 3: Use VE tools to fix geometry
Cap escaping volumes
Identify and create missing spaces
Review import report
Step 4: Choose import option
New Project: Select automated configuration option
Import data only
Import geometry only
Import geometry and assigned data
Import geometry and all data
Existing project: Use geometry and data merging wizard
Step 5: Import selected data into the VE Project
Import
Export VE model to / as
2D AutoCAD drawing (DXF)
3D AutoCAD drawing (DXF)
CAD surface geometry (gbXML)
Green Building XML (gbXML)
New file - add loads results if simulated
Existing file - add loads results if simulated
VE geometry (GEM)
Project template (MIT)
Master template (TPL)
IESVE Integration to Revit
Introduction
Developing the Revit Model
Drawing Revit Wall
Element Properties
Modelling Tips & Common Issue
Rooms and Spaces
The Difference Between Rooms & Spaces
Ceiling Voids & Utilising Floor Levels
Ceiling Voids
Utilising Floor Levels
Roof Level Rooms/Spaces
Ceilings Constructions within the Revit Model
Tagging Constructions within Revit
Coordinate System within Revit
File Types
Model ViewerII
Overview
Toolbars
Controls
Movie Creation
Display Settings
Simulex
Scenes
Location
ApLocate
Introduction
ApLocate Tabs
Tab: Location & Site Data
Section: Location and Weather Data
Section: Location Data
Location Data: Latitude
Location Data: Elevation
Location data: Longitude
Daylight Saving Time: Time Adjustment
Daylight Saving Time: Daylight Saving Period
Daylight Saving Time: Adjustment for Other Months
Section: Site Data
Site Data: Ground Reflectance
Site Data: Terrain Type
Site Data: Wind Exposure (CIBSE Heating Loads)
Site Data: Ext CO2 Concentration ppm
Site Data: Reference air density
Tab: Design Weather Data
Section: Design Weather Data Source and Statistics
Section: Heating Loads Weather Data
Outdoor Winter Design Temperature
Section: Cooling Loads Weather Data
Trebuchet MSCooling Loads Weather data: Editing Weather Globally
Cooling Loads Weather Data: Editing Weather Individually
Cooling Loads Weather Data: Hourly Temperature Variation
Add to Custom Database
Tab: Simulation Weather Data
Section: ApacheSim
Section: UK Building Regulations
Tab: Simulation Calendar
Section: General
Section: Weekday on 1st January
Section: Holidays
Weather Selection Wizard
Page 1: Location Data
Pages 2-3: Source of Design Weather
Source of Design Weather: ASHRAE Database
ASHRAE Fundamental Design Weather data
Statistical calculation based on ASHRAE WDVIEW 7.0 data
Acquire design weather
Source of Design Weather: Custom Database
Source of Design Weather: Old Format Apache APL File
Source of Design Weather: User Input
Page 4: Simulation Weather File
SunPath
Purpose
Climate Assessment Report
Climate Assessment Report: Content
Location
Design Day Data for Mechanical Design
Annual Temperatures
Annual Humidity
Solar
PV Generation
Grid Decarbonization: Hourly Carbon Emissions Factors for Electricity
Wind
Precipitation
Error Messages & Missing/Incorrect Data
EPW Files:
CIBSE Files:
Canada-NECB or California-Title 24:
ApLocate Toolbar
Toolbar Buttons
Create & Assign Data
Templates
Building Template Manager
Template Types
Constructions
MacroFlo Opening Types & Thermal Conditions
Thermal
System
Space Conditions
Internal Gains
Air Exchanges
Building Regulations
Comfort
LightPro (Electric Lighting)
Radiance Surface Properties
Functions
Tabular BTM
Tabular Building Template Manager Basics
Tabular BTM Window
Menu Bar
Toolbar
Side Panel
Status Bar
Using the Tabular Building Template Manager
Applying Changes to Multiple Templates
Configuring Columns and Tabs
Importing Templates from VE Projects
Data Validation & Data Grid Colours
Internal Gains and Air Exchanges
Data Filtering
Filtering Basics
Managing Filters
Exporting and Importing Raw Template Data
Exporting Template Data
Importing Template Data
Appendix A. Known Limitations
Appendix B. Frequently Asked Questions
Constructions
Overview
Main dialog – Project constructions
Classes, Categories & Columns
Menu Options & Side Panel
Editing an Opaque Project Construction
Opaque Constructions - Tabs & Ground-Contact Adjustment
Opaque Constructions - Tabs & Layers
Editing a Glazed Project Construction
Glazed Construction - Construction Layers
Glazed Construction - Layer Buttons
Glazed Construction - Thermo-Optical properties grid
Construction orientation
Project materials
System or library constructions
System or library materials
Shading Devices
Derived parameters
Condensation analysis
Hints & Tips
Composite layers
BRE materials
Cost planning and life cycle software
Profiles
ApPro - Apache Profiles Database
Introduction
Units
Main Dialog
Outline
Daily, Weekly and Annual Profiles
Compact, Free-form and Scripted Profiles
Project Profile Lists
Project Profile Buttons
Menus
Toolbars
Creating and editing Daily Profiles
Graphically editing a Daily Profile
Creating and editing Weekly Profiles
Creating and editing Annual Profiles
Finding a Daily Profile
System Daily Profiles
System Weekly Profiles
System Annual Profiles
Compact Profiles
Formula Profiles
Menu Options
Step Functions (greater or less than)
Ramp Functions
Comparing Two Simulation Variables
Logical Operators (AND, OR)
Typed Formulae
Formula Variables
Weather variables
Room variables
Other variables
Exceptions
Formula Operators
Formula Functions
Example Modulating Profiles
Example Absolute Profiles
NCM Considerations
NCM Profiles
Profile Substitution Table
Free-form Profiles
Creating and editing a Free-form Profile
Profile Time Series
Scripted Profiles
Creating a Scripted Profile
Scripted Profiles Introduction
Defining Scripted Profiles
Profile Evaluation
Accessing Simulation State – Profile Context
Weather Data
Room Data
Surface Data
Model Data
Simulation Data
Example
Units
Runtime check output
Working With Scripted Profiles in APpro
Importing a Scripted Profile Package into APpro
Creating a new Scripted Profile Package
Appendix A: Hints and Tips
Profile Naming Conventions
Deleting Profiles
Keep Formula Profiles as short as possible
Replacing missing profiles
Profile Filtering
What is Profile Filtering
Using Profile Filtering
Filtering in Drop-lists
Filtering in Tabular Edit
Filtering in ApacheHVAC
Profile Preview Graphing
Further Notes on Filtering
Appendix A. Frequently Asked Questions
Apache (application) Interface
ApacheView
Overview
Site and Weather Data
Building Element Data
Space Data
Overview
System
System Parameters
System Data Tab
Plenum Associations
Space Conditions
Internal Gains
Air Exchanges
Comfort
Editing Space Data for a Set of Spaces
Editing Space Data in Tabular Format
Zone Data
Meters
Apache Systems
Overview
Apache Systems dialog
General data for selected system
Heating
Cooling
Hot Water
Solar water heating
Flat Plate Collector
Parabolic Trough Collector
Auxiliary energy
Air supply
Cost & Control
UK NCM System Data Wizard
Overview
Heating system
Cooling system
System adjustment
Metering Provision (Control corrections)
Ventilation
Electricity Generators
Overview
PV Panels
Wind generator parameters
CHP Generator
Electric vehicle (EV) charging
EV Charging interface
EV charging dialog
Battery dialog
Variation profile creation
Thermal Analysis Programs
Apache Menu Bar
Energy Sources and Meters
Apache Toolbar
Tabular Space Data
Overview
Tabular Space Data Basics
Using Tabular Space Data
Applying Changes to Multiple Rooms
Configuring Columns & Tabs
Data Validation
Colours & Group Switching
Data Filtering
Managing Filters
Exporting & Importing Space Data
Additional Features
Appendix A. Known Limitations
Appendix B. Frequently Asked Questions
ApacheView Model ViewerII
Input Data Visualisation
Data List
Options
MacroFlo Natural Ventilation Interface
MacroFlo
Overview
Building Element Opening Type Data
MacroFlo Opening Types
MacroFlo Toolbar
MacroFlo ModelViewer II
Input Data Visualisation
Options
Variable Types and Data List
Apache Systems
Overview
Apache Systems dialog
General data for selected system
Heating
Cooling
Hot Water
Solar water heating
Flat Plate Collector
Parabolic Trough Collector
Auxiliary energy
Air supply
Cost
Control
Renewable / Electricity Generators
Solar water heating
Flat Plate Collector
Parabolic Trough Collector
Electricity Generators
PV Panels
Wind generator parameters
CHP Generator
Design Options
Overview & Concepts
Design option operations
Modify application object
Filtering formula
Formula variables
Design options model variables
VE interfaces
Master Templates
Introduction
Accessing Master Template Options
Import & Assign data
Import Data (Advanced)
Master Template Restore & Export
Reference Data - Apache Tables
Table 1 Ground Reflectance
Table 2 Precipitable Water Vapour Depth (In Metres)
Table 3 Dry-Bulb Temperatures
Table 4 World Weather Data
Table 5 U-Values for Glazing
Without Frames
With Frames
Table 6 Thermal Conductivity, Specific Heat Capacity and Density
Table 8 Shading Coefficient and Short-wave Radiant Fraction for Blinds and Curtains
Table 9 Transmission Factors for External Miniature Louvres
Table 10 Sensible and Latent Gains from People
Table 11 Radiant Fraction for Casual Gains
Table 12 Winter Design Temperatures and Air Changes
Table 13 Heat Emitter Radiant Fraction
Table 14 Solar Absorptivity
Table 15 Thermal Resistances of Air Gaps
Table 16 Diffusion Resistance Factors
Table 17 Permeances
Table 18 Vapour Resistivities
Table 21 Inside Surface Resistance (Table A3.5 CIBSE Guide)
Table 22 Outside Surface Resistance (Table A3.6 CIBSE Guide)
Table 23 Emissivities of Various Materials (Table C3.7 CIBSE Guide)
Solar Analysis
SunCast
Introduction to SunCast
SunCast Features
Getting Help
Starting SunCast
Application Bar
Mode
The Model View
Model Browser
Space Obstruction Status
Surface Obstruction Status
The Image View
Create and Delete Images
Copy an Image
Save Image(s)
Print Image
Zoom All Images
Create AVI Movie
The Analysis View
Overview
Solar Energy Analysis
Solar Exposure Analysis
Methodology Notes
Other Notes
Simulation Setup
Display Setup
Results Persistence
Load
Save
The SunCast Toolbar
Load Settings
Save Settings
Select Objects
Image Script
Site Plan
SunPath Diagram
Sun Up/Down Times Table
Sun Up/Down Times Graph
Solar Shading Calculations
Sunlight exposure Calculations
SunCast Menu
Load Settings & Obstruction States
Save Settings & Obstruction States
Load Shading Results
Load Exposure Results
Load Single day Result
Calculate exception 2
Calculate exception 4
Load Images
Save Images
Load AVI Movie
Export GSK file
Site Menu
Location
Plan
Image Menu
Single Image
Timed Images
Fly-Round
Sun-view Images
Calculations Menu
Solar Shading for Apache
Sunlight exposure
Annual Probable Sunlit Hours
Exposure to Sunlight Hours
Sunrise/Sunset Times Table
Sunrise/Sunset Times Graph
SunPath Diagram
Options Menu
Surface/Shading Colours
Clock Position in Images
Simulation options
View Menu
Help Menu
Miscellaneous
Zoom to an Area of an Image
Definition of Azimuth and Altitude
Azimuth
Altitude
SunPath
Introduction to SunPath
File & Options Menu
View & Project Menu
Edit Menu
Analysis Menu
Help Menu & Miscellaneous
Thermal Energy Analysis
Loads Analysis
ApacheLoads
Introduction
Heating Loads
Cooling Loads
Simulation & Autosizing settings
ApacheCalc
Introduction
Heating Loads
Cooling Loads
Autosizing settings
Apache Dynamic Simulation
Interface for ApacheSim
Batch Simulation
Thermal bridging
Overview
Thermal bridging interface
Method
Dimensional conventions
Linear take-off conventions
Opening transition conventions
Clear field or repeated transmittances
Linear non-repeating transmittances
Random transmittances
Thermal bridging - simulation
Thermal bridging - results
Thermal bridging – UK DSM
Thermal bridging – UK SBEM
Thermal bridging – 90.1 2019 PRM Appendix G
Thermal bridging – 90.1 2019 ECB
Thermal bridging – NECB 2017 / 2020
Thermal bridging – Title 24 2022
HVAC Modelling (ApacheHVAC)
ApacheHVAC Part A: Overview and Fundamentals
Overview
Model Setup for ApacheHVAC
Domestic Hot Water Zones
ApacheHVAC Interface Overview
A Component-based Approach to System Simulation
ApacheHVAC Workflow using the System Parameters Interface
ASHRAE Loads and ApacheHVAC System Sizing
System Modeling Fundamentals
HVAC System Components
Managed systems
System Parameters Dialog, Tabbed Sections and Toolbar
System Parameter Links
System Prototypes & Sizing Workflow Navigator
Library
Multiplexing HVAC System Networks
Prototype Layers
Principal v's Non-Principal & Principal Rooms
Edit Multiplex Options
System Loads, Ventilation, and Autosizing
Zone-level loads, sizing and related setup procedures
System Equipment and Plant Loads Sizing
Load sizing and Ventilation Reports
Service Water Heating (Domestic Hot Water)
ApacheHVAC Part B: Equipment, Loops, Components & Controls
Introduction
HVAC System Components
Plant Equipment and Water Loops
Generic Heat Source
Hot Water Loop and Heating Equipment Sequencing
Part Load Curve Heating Plant dialog
Hot Water Boilers
Central Plant Heat Pumps
Air Source Heat Pump
Air-to-air heat pumps (Detailed model, both heating and cooling)
Heat Transfer Loop
Water-to-air Heat pump
Chilled Water Loops, Pre-Cooling, Heat Rejection, and Chiller Sequencing
Thermal Storage
Part Load Curve Chillers
Electric Water-cooled Chillers
Electric Air-cooled Chillers
Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) Systems
Prototype VRF Systems
Editing & Defining VRF Systems
Air-source VRF
Reference
Cooling and heating energy meter
Source type
Outdoor temperature operation range
Minimum part-load ratio for continuous operation
Outdoor unit control
Load priority
Load priority with compressor power
Zone priority
Master thermostat priority
Thermostat offset priority
Profile
Heat recovery mode
Piping correction
Heat rejection/acquisition fan Electric Input Ratio (EIR)
Heat rejection/acquisition fan meter
Crankcase heater
Defrost strategy
Electric resistance backup heat for indoor units
Backup cooling source
Backup heating source
Performance curve set
Autosize outdoor unit
Oversizing factor
Design condition – outdoor unit
Reference condition – outdoor unit
Reference condition – indoor unit
Water-Source VRF
Reference
Cooling and heating energy meter
Source type
Source water loop
Minimum part-load ratio for continuous operation
Water-source unit control
Load priority
Load priority with compressor power
Zone priority
Master thermostat priority
Thermostat offset priority
Profile
Heat recovery mode
Piping correction
Crankcase heater
Electric resistance backup heat for indoor units
Backup cooling source
Backup heating source
Performance curve set
Autosize water-source unit
Oversizing factor
Design condition – outdoor unit
Reference condition – outdoor unit
Reference condition – indoor unit
VRF System Results
Dedicated Waterside Economizers (types)
Heat Recovery Loop
Activating the Heat Recovery Loop on the Chilled Water Loop
HR loop
Reference
Mode
Configuration on CHWL
Configuration on HWL
Heat-pump/heat-recovery receipient loop
Location of inlet on CHWL:
Heat Acquisition-Rejection Coil
Heat-pump or heat recovery chiller
Autosize
Cooling Capacity
Heating Capacity
Design chilled water flow rate
Design chilled water temperature difference (delta-T):
Design/minimum chilled water supply temperature
Design condenser water flow rate | Design HX load-side hot water flow rate
Design condenser water temperature difference (delta-T) | Design HX load-side temperature difference (delta-T)
Design hot water loop supply temp. (discharge on recipient loop)
Design condenser entering water temperature | Design HX load-side entering water temperature
Chilled water pump
Condenser water loop
Condenser water pump
Heat Recovery Loop Diagrams on Chilled Water Loop
Activating the Heat Recovery Loop on the Hot Water Loop
Heat recovery loop with heat pump or heat recovery chiller
Source (HP/HRC defined in chilled water loop dialog)
Mode
Location of inlet on hot water loop
Design loop capacity
Design condenser water flow rate | Design HX load-side hot water flow rate
Design condenser water temperature difference (delta-T) | Design HX load-side temperature difference (delta-T)
Hot water pump
Heat Recovery Loop Diagrams on Hot Water Loop
Heat Recovery Loop Conceptual Diagram
DX Cooling
Airside Network Components
Heating Coils
Cooling Coils
Spray Chamber / Wetted Media – Evaporative Cooler
Steam Humidifiers
Air-to-Air Heat/Enthalpy Exchanger — Heat Recovery Devices
Fans
Mixing & Return Air Damper Set
Controlled Divergent “T” Junction (splitter damper)
Ductwork Thermal Properties
Room Unit Types
Direct Acting heater/Cooler
Hot Water Radiators
Chilled Ceilings
Controllers
General Settings
Algorithm & Airflow Control
Independent & Dependent Controllers
Room Unit Controllers
Hot Water Radiator Control
Chilled Ceiling Control
Direct Acting Heater/Cooler Control
ApacheHVAC Part C: Working with Prototype HVAC Networks
HVAC Network Editing Interface
A Component-based Approach to System Simulation
HVAC System, Node and Component results
System Modeling Fundamentals
HVAC Systems Library
Multiplexing HVAC System Networks
Creating a Multiplex
Editing Multiplex (incl. Components & Controllers)
Managed systems
Tabbed Sections, Interface, Links and Workflow
Prototype Layers
Principal vs. Non-principal multiplex
Export / Import data with Tabular Edit
System Loads and Autosizing
Zone-level loads, sizing & related system setup
System equipment & plant loads and sizing
System Prototypes & Sizing workflow navigator
Prototype HVAC Systems (section under construction)
Prototype HVAC systems: System types and configurations
Working with Prototype Systems
Prototype HVAC Systems: Common Features
Rules for Air Flow Specification
ApacheHVAC Part D: System Parameters Interface
Introduction
System Parameters Interface – Overview and Main Elements
System Parameter Links
ApacheHVAC Workflow using the System Parameters Interface
Prototype Layers
Principal vs. Non-principal multiplex
Export / Import to Tabular Edit
System Parameters Interface
Dialog sections and tabs in general
Schedules tab – ISM phase 1
System Parameters tab
Zone Temperature, Humidity, & Equipment tab
Zone Ventilation & Exhaust tab
Zone Loads & Supply Airflows tab
Zone Airflows, Turndown, & Engineering Checks tab
ApacheHVAC Part E: Prototype Systems
Prototype HVAC systems: System types and configurations
Working with Prototype Systems
Prototype HVAC systems: Common features
Prototype systems: System-specific descriptions and guidance
ApacheHVAC Part F: Loads Analysis and Reporting Tools
Introduction
ASHRAE Loads
Reporting New Variables
Generating Loads Reports
System Loads and Sizing Reports
Appendix A-J
Appendix A: Rules for Air Flow Specification
Appendix B: System Parameter Dialog Data Mapping
Appendix C: ApacheHVAC Component and Controller Limits
Appendix D: HVAC Systems Modeling Guidance for the
Fan power for PRM Baseline systems
DX Cooling EER and COP for PRM Baseline systems
Baseline systems 2 and 4
Minimum source temperature setting for the ASHP component
ASHP sizing
Backup electric resistance heat
Appendix E: Ground-Source Heat Pump Modeling using ApacheHVAC and Gaia Geothermal Ground-Loop Design (GLD)
Appendix F: Modeling VRF systems
Appendix G: Hydronic Radiant Heating and Cooling Systems
Modeling hydronic heated and/or cooled slabs using radiant panels (method 1)
Modeling heated or cooled slabs using slab zones and hydronic loops (method 2)
Hydronic Radiant Slab Zones
ApacheHVAC Hydronic Loops and Controls for Radiant Slabs
Illustrative results indicating appropriate modeling of radiant cooling slab
Appendix H: Modeling UFAD and DV in ApacheHVAC
Appendix I: Solar Hot Water Applications in ApacheHVAC
Solar Hot Water in Apache HVAC
Typical configurations
Advanced configurations
Appendix J: Pre-ISM Zone Loads, Ventilation, and Autosizing
Zone Loads, Ventilation, and Autosizing using the Loads Data Spreadsheet
Zone-level loads and sizing
Zone-level system set up and autosizing steps
System-level loads and sizing
Unmet Load Hours tests
Definitions of terms used in the Unmet Load Hours range test
Understanding loads for ApacheHVAC components in Vista Results
HVAC controller profiles relative to setpoints entered in the System Schedules dialog
An example and further explanation for CP7 and HP6 profiles
Coordination with changes made to setpoints via the System Schedules and Setpoints dialog
Manual Adjustment of Control Throttling Range for Tighter Control of Space Temperature and Humidity
Reducing control bandwidths for tighter control or to avoid overlapping control bands
Manual editing of HVAC profiles to alter the midband offsets from setpoint and thus modify this aspect of the throttling range
Humidity control — dehumidification, sub-cooling, and reheat to SAT
References
Introduction
Hvac System Wizard
General Setup & Zoning
Proposed - Airside System Selection
Proposed - Waterside System Selection
Compliance - Airside System Selection
HVAC Analysis & Reports
Optimisation and Parametric Analysis
Elements
Parametric
User Interface, Simulations & Results Viewer
Defining Simulation File Set from VE
Elements - Defining Parameter Rules and Variables
Importing Parameter Rules and Variables
Performing a Parametric Analysis
Parametric Examples
Parametric Results
Opening Template Rule Files
Parametric Templates
Hone
User Interface & Defining Sim File Set
Elements - Defining Rules & Variables
Importing Parameter Rules & Variables
Configuring the Hone Worksheet
Running an Optimisation Options
Hone Worksheets
Hone Templates
Glossary
Parallel Simulation Manager
Apache, SunCast and VE Compliance Simulations
PRM and Loads Calcs
Compliance
Task Dialog and Task List
Details, Messages & Descriptions
Settings
Calculation References
ApacheCalc Methods
ApacheSim Calculation Methods
Introduction
Heat Conduction and Storage
Convection Heat Transfer
Heat Transfer by Air Movement
Long-wave Radiation Heat Transfer
Solar Radiation
Casual Gains
Thermo-physical Properties of Air
Room Plant & Control
Room & Building Heat Balance
References
MacroFlo Calculation Methods
Wind Pressure
Buoyancy Pressure
Flow Characteristics
Building Air Flow Balance
Building Air Flow, Heat and Moisture Balances
Techniques for Modelling Flow in Façades and Flues
References
Parametric
Introduction
Strategy
Parametric tool interface
Launching the Parametric tool
Parametric tool main dialog
Parametric tool - File
Parametric tool - Actions
Parametric tool – Entry pane
Parametric tool – bottom bar
Parametric tool – shading scenarios
Parametric tool - simulation
Parametric tool - resolution
Parametric tool - analysis
Parametric tool - report
Lighting Analysis
FlucsDL
Introduction to Lighting
Lighting Basics
Lighting Quantities
Visual Functions
Colour in Radiance
Materials in Radiance
Daylight Factor
Sky Component/Vertical Sky Component
Glare
Flucs
Overview
How to Use Flucs
Program Description & Philosophy
Data Input & Data Review
Calculations, Ouput & Utilites
Data Preparation
Room Design Details
Room Analysis Details
Surface Analysis Details
Luminaire Positions
Window Positions & Luminaire Data
Luminaire Data - Polar Curves & Valid Lamps
Lamp Data & Lamp-lumen Maintenance Factors
Appendix A - Tables
FlucsDL
Menus
Toolbars
Dialogue Boxes
Worked Example
FlucsPro
Menus
Toolbars
Dialogue Boxes
Worked Example
LightPro
FlucsLDB
Overview
Dialogue Boxes and Property Sheets
Review Database Dialogue Box
Database Path & Filters Dialouge Box
Luminaires & lamps
Dialogue Boxes
Predefined Categories
LightPro
Menus
Toolbars
Dialogue Boxes
Radiance
Introduction
Site Location
Main Menu
RadianceIES Menu
View Log File
Location Info
Simulation Options
Toolbars
Generic View Toolbar
RadianceIES Toolbar
Workflows
Inner volume representation and reveals
Simulate Tab
Simulation Method
Type
Luminance
Standard Image
Daylight Glare Probability (DGP)
Illuminance
Sensors
Advanced
Vertical Sky Component (VSC)
VSC & Sky Component (VSC & SC)
Annual Dynamic (UDI)
Spatial Daylight Autonomy (sDA)
Annual Sunlight Exposure (ASE)
BRE 209 Daylight factor & Illuminance (App G – trees & hedges)
Options
Quality
WP Grid and WP height
Simulation
View Images tab
Viewing Radiance images
Luminance Images
Luminance Toolbar
Luminance Menu
Illuminance Images
Illuminance Toolbar
Illuminance Menu
Sky/Eye Tab
Sky Time/Date
View
Eye / Focus View Positions
View Parameters
Surface Properties Tab
Material Surface Properties
Calculating Transmissivity
Assigning Surfaces
Modifier Properties
Patterns
Images
BSDF
Component Settings tab
Luminaire Settings Tab
Sensor Settings Tab
Enabling Sensors
Switching
Controls
Dynamic Results Tab
WP Grid Tab
Files
Results
Thresholds
Visualisation options
Options
AOI Tab
VSC Tab
Climate Based Daylight Modelling (CBDM)
Annual Dynamic (UDI) - Useful Daylight Illuminance:
Spatial Daylight Autonomy (sDA)
Annual Sunlight Exposure (ASE)
BRE 209 Appendix G
Geometry:
Method:
Setting foliage transparency:
Simulation:
BRE 209 Appendix G daylight factor results:
BRE 209 Appendix G illuminance processing & results:
Accelerad
Introduction
System Requirements
Calculation Parameters
Accelerad Parameters
Description of Accelerad parameters
Errors & Troubleshooting
Miscellaneous Notes
Glare
Daylight Factor/Sky Factor/Sky Component
Vertical Sky Component
Average Daylight Factor
Material Types
Design Tips
Simulation Tips
Design Inertia
Iterate
Virtual Camera
Design Day(s)/ Design Time(s)
Design Sky
Control of Simulations
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Ground Ambient Value
Exposure
Appendix
Lighting Basics
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Luminous flux
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Examples of Illuminance
Visual Functions
Accommodation
Adaptation
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Visual Acuity
Contrast Detection
Glare
Colour in Radiance
Calculation Quality Parameters
Materials in Radiance
Plastic
Metal
Glass
Trans
Dielectric
Radiance Data Files
Sky File (*.sky)
Map File (*.map)
Converted Geometry File (*.rad)
View Parameter File (*.rdv)
Accuracy Parameter File (*.rdp)
Octree File (*.oct)
Raw File (*.raw)
Image File (*.pic)
Log File
IESNA Luminaire File
BSDF Scenarios and Examples
Related Publications
Results Analysis
Thermal Energy Results Analysis
VistaPro
Overview
Specifying Data for Output
Using the Output Toolbar
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VistaPro
VistaPro Variables
Weather Variables
Model Level Variables
VE Compliance Model Variables
Apache System Variables
Room Variables
Comfort Variables
Surface Variables
ApacheHVAC Results
VistaPro CIBSE TM52
Adaptive Comfort Criteria
Comfort Input Parameters
Report
VistaPro BB101
Introduction
Model Preparation
Comfort Criteria
Operational mode
Adaptive Comfort Criteria
Hours of exceedence
Daily weighted exceedence
Upper limit temperature
PMV Comfort Criteria
CO2 Criteria
Analysis Parameters
Analysis
Report
Overall
Data Check
Occupancy
Results
Occupied days
Criteria 1
Criteria 2
Criteria 3
VistaPro Variables
Weather Variables
Daily running mean temp.
Max adaptive temp
Room Variables
Operative temperature
Degrees > Max. adaptive temp.
Daily weighted exceedence
VistaPro Expressions
Tariff Analysis
Generic Tariff analysis overview
OpenEI Database Tariff Tool (North America)
How to set up and apply rates
Step1: Select source APS/APP file
Step2: Import rates from OpenEI database
Step3: Select electricity rate schedule
Step4: Enter electrical average power factor
Step5: Select gas rate schedule
Step6: Running the Python Script (Calculate)
Export
BPRM reports
Fossil fuel type
VistaPro Battery Storage
Introduction
Battery Model
Control Options
Battery app output
VistaPro Water Consumption
Introduction
Interface
Water Consumption Model
Output
VistaPro Modelviewer II
MacroFlo Arrows
Content Manager / Report
LARI Loads Reporting
Solar Results
Regulations & Rating Systems
PRM Guides
Navigator for ASHRAE 90.1 Appendix G
PRM Navigator Introduction
Preliminary Data Setup
Envelope Thermo-physical Properties
Space/Zone Thermal Template Data
Room Loads Calculations
Generate Baseline
HVAC System Selections and Sizing
Other Input Data
Simulations
Thermal Comfort (ASHRAE 55)
Utility Infrastructure & Cost
Results
Appendices
BPRM ModelViewerII
Workflow Help
Important Notes 90.1 2007
Important Notes 90.1 2010
Important Notes 90.1 2013
Important Notes 90.1 2016
Important Notes 90.1 2019
WorkflowConcept
Site Location and Climate
PRM Select ASHRAE Standard
PRM Select ASHRAE Proposed Dataset
ECB Guidance 2019
ECB Guidance 2016
ECB Guidance 2013
ECB Guidance 90.1 2010
Prototype Data ASHRAE Baseline
Fossil Fuel Type
Update Profile Working Week Order
Locks
Grid
Inner Volumes
Adjacency Separation Distance
Zoning Instructions
Zoning Instructions 2016 and 2019
Manually Extrude Rooms Zones
ImportDXF and Manually Extrude
ImportGBXML (Revit, ArchiCAD, etc)
Model Settings
PRM Considerations for Baseline Shading 2013
PRM Considerations for Baseline Shading 90.1 2010
Input Options Manually Extrude Rooms Zones
Input Option ImportDXF and Manually Extrude
Input Options ImportGBXML Revit ArchiCAD etc
Set Selected Zones to Obstructions
Building Orientation
Room Zone Group Assignment
Building Area Assignment 2013
Building Area Type Assignment
Solar Shading Calculation
ASHRAE Baseline Constructions
Building Type for Baseline Construction Assignment
Improve Baseline
2019 Constructions
Custom Construction Type
Above Ground
Ground Contact
Space Classification
Space Setpoints 90.1 2019
Space Setpoints 90.1 2013
Space Setpoints 90.1 90.1 2010
Space Setpoints 90.1 90.1 2007
System Schedules
Equipment
Proposed Receptacle Controls
People
Lighting
Additional Lighting Controls 2013
Additional Lighting Controls 90.1 2010
Baseline Glazing Visible Transmittance
Non-Mandatory Lighting
Daylight Dimming (Proposed) 90.1 2010
Infiltration
Infiltration 90.1 2010
Infiltration 90.1 2007
Exterior Lighting
Elevators
Create DHW Zones 90.1 2019
Create DHW Zones 90.1 2016
Create DHW Zones 90.1 2013
Create DHW Zones 90.1 2010
Create DHW Zones 90.1 2007
Assign Spaces to DHW Zones 90.1 2019
Assign Spaces to DHW Zones 90.1 2016
Assign Spaces to DHW Zones 90.1 2013
Assign Spaces to DHW Zones 90.1 2010
Assign Spaces to DHW Zones 90.1 2007
Assign DHW Demand to DHW Zones 90.1 2019
Assign DHW Demand to DHW Zones 90.1 2016
Assign DHW Demand to DHW Zones 90.1 2013
Assign DHW Demand to DHW Zones 90.1 2010
Assign DHW Demand to DHW Zones 90.1 2007
Populate Space DHW Properties 90.1 2019
Populate Space DHW Properties 90.1 2016
Populate Space DHW Properties 90.1 2013
Populate Space DHW Properties 90.1 2010
Populate Space DHW Properties 90.1 2007
Service Hot Water
PRM Baseline SWH Configuration 2019
PRM Baseline SWH Configuration 2016
PRM Baseline SWH Configuration 2013
PRM Baseline SWH Configuration 90.1 2010
PRM Baseline SWH Configuration 90.1 2007
Generate The Baseline Model
PRM Set Up Room Grouping For HVAC Assignment
Sync Proposed Setpoint Data to Baseline 90.1 2019
Sync Proposed Setpoint Data to Baseline 90.1 2016
Sync Proposed Setpoint Data to Baseline 90.1 2013
Sync Proposed Setpoint Data to Baseline 90.1 2010
Sync Proposed Setpoint Data to Baseline 90.1 2007
Edit Current Proposed
OR Custom System
Edit Current Baseline
Baseline System Configuration (PRM System Selection Dialog) 90.1 2019
Baseline System Configuration (PRM System Selection Dialog) 90.1 2016
Baseline System Configuration (PRM System Selection Dialog) 90.1 2013
Baseline System Configuration (PRM System Selection Dialog) 90.1 2010
Baseline System Configuration (PRM System Selection Dialog) 90.1 2007
Renewable Energy Systems
Electrical Transformer Losses
Tariff Analysis Details
PRM Room Load Calculations
PRM System Load Calculations
PRM Assign System Sizing Data
PRM Proposed
PRM Baseline 0
PRM Baseline 90
PRM Baseline 180
PRM Baseline 270
Thermal Comfort (ASHRAE 55) - Room BTM Options 90.1 2019
Thermal Comfort (ASHRAE 55) - Room BTM Options 90.1 2016
Thermal Comfort (ASHRAE 55) - Select Spaces in Assessment 90.1 2019
Thermal Comfort (ASHRAE 55) - Select Spaces in Assessment 90.1 2016
Thermal Comfort (ASHRAE 55) - Select Spaces in Assessment 90.1 2013
PRM Unmet Load Hour Tolerances
PRM User Details
Create Custom BPF...
Generate Custom Report
PRM Data For Tables
PRM Cost Savings Summary
PRM Energy Savings Summary
PRM Baseline Costs
PRM Baseline Energy
PRM Full Report
PRM Report 90.1 2019
PRM Proposed Det Sim Report
PRM Baseline 0 Det Sim Report
PRM Baseline 90 Det Sim Report
PRM Baseline 180 Det Sim Report
PRM Baseline 270 Det Sim Report
PRM Proposed_62_1 Report
PRM Baseline 0_62_1 Report
PRM Baseline 90_62_1 Report
PRM Baseline 180_62_1 Report
PRM Baseline 270_62_1 Report
INTERNATIONAL ENERGY CONSERVATION CODE 2012 (IECC)
Workflow Concept IECC
Site Location and Climate IECC
Prototype Data IECC
Fossil Fuel Type IECC
Update profile working week order IECC
Locks IECC
Grid IECC
Inner volumes IECC
Adjacency separation distance IECC
Zoning Instructions IECC
Manually Extrude Spaces / Zones IECC
Manually Extrude Spaces / Zones IECC
Manually Extrude Spaces / Zones IECC
Import DXF & Manually Extrude IECC
Import GBXML IECC
Model Settings IECC
Considerations for Standard Reference Shading IECC
Set selected zones to obstructions IECC
Building Orientation IECC
Space/Zone Group Assignment IECC
Solar shading calculations IECC
IECC Standard Reference Constructions IECC
Above ground IECC
Improve Standard Reference IECC
Custom Construction Type IECC
Custom Construction Type IECC
Ground Contact IECC
Space classification IECC
Space Setpoints IECC
Equipment IECC
People IECC
Lighting Power Densities IECC
Additional Lighting Controls IECC
Standard Reference Glazing Visible Transmittance IECC
Daylight Dimming (Proposed) IECC
Infiltration IECC
Exterior Lighting IECC
Elevators IECC
Create DHW Zones IECC
Assign Spaces to DHW Zones IECC
Assign DHW Demand to DHW Zones IEC
Populate Space DHW Properties IECC
Standard Reference SHW Configuration Guidance IECC
Generate the Standard Reference Model IECC
Set up Space Grouping for HVAC Assignment IECC
Sync Proposed Setpoint Data to Reference IECC
Create Proposed System IECC
Edit Current Proposed IECC
Import and Edit Standard Reference System IECC
System Selection
Purchased Heat and Chilled Water
Demand Control Ventilation
Economizers
Exhaust Air Energy Recovery
Equipment Efficiencies
Hot Water Supply Temperature Reset
Hot Water Pumps
Chiller Selection
Chilled Water Supply Temperature Reset
Chilled Water Pumps
Heat Rejection
Standard Reference System Configuration (IECC System Selection Dialog) IECC
Renewable Energy Systems IECC
Define tariffs data - Electricity IECC
Define tariffs data - Gas IECC
Define tariffs data - Oil IECC
Define tariffs data - Coal IECC
Define tariffs data - Taxes/discount IECC
Sizing Runs - Room Load Calculations IECC
Sizing Runs - System Load Calculations IECC
Update Reference fan sizing data IECC
Sizing reports - Proposed IECC
System Sizing Reports - Standard Reference IECC
Set Utility Tariff data - Simple Option - Set flat rate IECC
Set Utility Tariff data - Simple Option - Set currency IECC
Set Utility Tariff data - Simple Option - Set up cost analysis assignments IECC
Set Utility Tariff data - Detailed Option - Set advanced rate IECC
Set Utility Tariff data - Detailed Option - Set currency IECC
Set Utility Tariff data - Detailed Option - Set site supply IECC
Set Utility Tariff data - Detailed Option - Set utility suppliers IECC
Set Utility Tariff data - Detailed Option - Set up cost analysis assignments IECC
Set proposed results dataset IECC
Check tariff assignments IECC
Review Cost Analysis IECC
TariffAnalysisDetails
Set parameters for 'unmet load hour' temperature tests IECC
Project details IECC
Detailed Simulation Reports - Proposed IECC
Detailed Simulation Reports - Standard Reference IECC
ASHRAE 62.1 - Proposed IECC
ASHRAE 62.1 - Standard Reference IECC
National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2011 (NECB)
WorkflowConcept
Site Location and Climate NECB
Review Heating Degree Days NECB
Prototype Data
Fossil Fuel Type
Update profile working week order NECB
Locks NECB
Grid NECB
Inner volumes NECB
Adjacency separation distance NECB
Zoning Instructions
Manually Extrude Spaces / Zones NECB
Import DXF & Manually Extrude NECB
Import GBXML NECB
Model Settings NECB
Considerations for Reference Shading
Manually Extrude Objects NECB
Set selected zones to obstructions NECB
Building Orientation NECB
Space Zone Assessment
Solar shading calculations NECB
Custom Construction Type NECB
Above ground NECB
Ground Contact NECB
NECB Reference Constructions
Space classification NECB
Space Setpoints
Equipment NECB
People NECB
Lighting Power Densities NECB
Additional Lighting Controls
Reference Glazing Visible Transmittance NECB
Daylight Dimming (Proposed) NECB
Infiltration NECB
Exterior Lighting
Elevators NECB
DHW Zones
Assign Spaces to DHW Zones
Assign DHW Demand to DHW Zones
Populate Space DHW Properties
Reference SHW Configuration Guidance
Generate the Reference Model
Set up Room/Zone Grouping for HVAC Assignment
Sync Proposed Setpoint Data to Reference
Edit Current Proposed NECB
Or Custom System NECB
Reference System Configuration
System Selection
Equipment Oversizing
Heating Systems
Cooling Systems
Cooling Tower Systems
Economizers
Heat Pumps
Outdoor Air
Space Temperature Control
Fans
Supply Air Systems
Heat Recovery Systems
Equipment Efficiencies and Part Load Performance
Import and Edit Reference System
Renewable Energy Systems NECB
Sizing Runs - Room Load Calculations
Sizing Runs - System Load Calculations
Update Reference fan sizing data NECB
Sizing reports - Proposed NECB
Sizing reports - Reference NECB
Set parameters for 'unmet load hour' temperature tests NECB
Project details NECB
Data for Advisory and Input Reports NECB
Energy Savings Summary Table NECB
Proposed Energy Table NECB
Full Report NECB
Detailed Simulation Reports - Proposed NECB
Detailed Simulation Reports - Reference NECB
ASHRAE 62.1 - Proposed NECB
ASHRAE 62.1 - Reference NECB
National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2017 (NECB)
WorkflowConcept NECB 2017
Site Location and Climate NECB 2017
Review Heating Degree Days NECB 2017
Prototype Data NECB 2017
Fossil Fuel Type NECB 2017
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Factors NECB 2017
Update profile working week order NECB 2017
Locks NECB 2017
Grid NECB 2017
Inner volumes NECB 2017
Adjacency separation distance NECB 2017
Zoning Instructions NECB 2017
Manually Extrude Spaces / Zones NECB 2017
Import DXF & Manually Extrude NECB 2017
Import GBXML NECB 2017
Model Settings NECB 2017
Considerations for Reference Shading NECB 2017
Manually Extrude Objects NECB 2017
Set selected zones to obstructions NECB 2017
Building Orientation NECB 2017
Room/Zone Group Assignment NECB 2017
Solar shading calculations NECB 2017
Default NECB Constructions NECB 2017
NECB Proposed Constructions NECB 2017
Custom Construction Type NECB 2017
Above ground NECB 2017
Ground Contact NECB 2017
NECB Reference Constructions NECB 2017
Space classification NECB 2017
Space Setpoints NECB 2017
Equipment NECB 2017
People NECB 2017
Lighting Power Densities NECB 2017
Additional Lighting Controls NECB 2017
Reference Glazing Visible Transmittance NECB 2017
Daylight Dimming (Proposed) NECB 2017
Infiltration NECB 2017
Exterior Lighting NECB 2017
Elevators NECB 2017
Create DHW Zones NECB 2017
Assign Spaces to DHW Zones NECB 2017
Assign DHW Demand to DHW Zones NECB 2017
Populate Space DHW Properties NECB 2017
Reference SHW Configuration Guidance NECB 2017
Generate the Reference Model NECB 2017
Vestibule Setpoint NECB 2017
Shut-off and Setback Controls NECB 2017
Sync Proposed Setpoint Data to Reference NECB 2017
Set up Room/Zone Grouping for HVAC Assignment NECB 2017
Edit Current Proposed NECB 2017
Or Custom System NECB 2017
Reference System Configuration NECB 2017
System Selection
Equipment Oversizing
Heating Systems
Cooling Systems
Heat rejection systems
Economizers
Heat Pumps
Outdoor Air
Space Temperature Control
Pipework insulation
Ductwork insulation
Ductwork leakage
Fans
Supply Air Systems
Lighting heat gains to return air
Heat Recovery Systems
Ice Making Loads
Equipment Efficiencies and Part Load Performance
Purchased Energy & CHP
Import and Edit Reference System NECB 2017
Renewable Energy Systems NECB 2017
Sizing Runs - Room Load Calculations NECB 2017
Sizing Runs - System Load Calculations NECB 2017
Sizing reports - Proposed NECB 2017
Sizing reports - Reference NECB 2017
Set parameters for 'unmet load hour' temperature tests NECB 2017
Project details NECB 2017
Reference User edits
Data for Advisory and Input Reports NECB 2017
Energy Savings Summary Table NECB 2017
Proposed Energy Table NECB 2017
Full Report NECB 2017
Detailed Simulation Reports - Proposed NECB 2017
Detailed Simulation Reports - Reference NECB 2017
ASHRAE 62.1 - Proposed NECB 2017
ASHRAE 62.1 - Reference NECB 2017
National Energy Code of Canada for Buildings 2020 (NECB)
WorkflowConcept NECB 2020
Site Location and Climate NECB 2020
Review Heating Degree Days NECB 2020
Prototype Data NECB 2020
Fossil Fuel Type NECB 2020
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Factors NECB 2020
Update profile working week order NECB 2020
Locks NECB 2020
Grid NECB 2020
Inner volumes NECB 2020
Adjacency separation distance NECB 2020
Zoning Instructions NECB 2020
Manually Extrude Spaces / Zones NECB 2020
Import DXF & Manually Extrude NECB 2020
Import GBXML NECB 2020
Model Settings NECB 2020
Considerations for Reference Shading NECB 2020
Manually Extrude Objects NECB 2020
Set selected zones to obstructions NECB 2020
Building Orientation NECB 2020
Room/Zone Group Assignment NECB 2020
Solar shading calculations NECB 2020
Default NECB Constructions NECB 2020
NECB Proposed Constructions NECB 2020
Custom Construction Type NECB 2020
Above ground NECB 2020
Ground Contact NECB 2020
NECB Reference Constructions NECB 2020
Space classification NECB 2020
Space Setpoints NECB 2020
Equipment NECB 2020
People NECB 2020
Lighting Power Densities NECB 2020
Additional Lighting Controls NECB 2020
Reference Glazing Visible Transmittance NECB 2020
Daylight Dimming (Proposed) NECB 2020
Infiltration NECB 2020
Exterior Lighting NECB 2020
Elevators NECB 2020
Create DHW Zones NECB 2020
Assign Spaces to DHW Zones NECB 2020
Assign DHW Demand to DHW Zones NECB 2020
Populate Space DHW Properties NECB 2020
Reference SHW Configuration Guidance NECB 2020
Generate the Reference Model NECB 2020
Vestibule Setpoint NECB 2020
Shut-off and Setback Controls NECB 2020
Sync Proposed Setpoint Data to Reference NECB 2020
Set up Room/Zone Grouping for HVAC Assignment NECB 2020
Edit Current Proposed NECB 2020
Or Custom System NECB 2020
Reference System Configuration NECB 2020
System Selection
Equipment Oversizing
Heating Systems
Cooling Systems
Heat rejection systems
Economizers
Heat Pumps
Outdoor Air
Space Temperature Control
Pipework insulation
Ductwork insulation
Ductwork leakage
Fans
Supply Air Systems
Lighting heat gains to return air
Heat Recovery Systems
Ice Making Loads
Equipment Efficiencies and Part Load Performance
Purchased Energy & CHP
Import and Edit Reference System NECB 2020
Renewable Energy Systems NECB 2020
Sizing Runs - Room Load Calculations NECB 2020
Sizing Runs - System Load Calculations NECB 2020
Sizing reports - Proposed NECB 2020
Sizing reports - Reference NECB 2020
Set parameters for 'unmet load hour' temperature tests NECB 2020
Project details NECB 2020
Reference User edits 2020
Data for Advisory and Input Reports NECB 2020
Energy Savings Summary Table NECB 2020
Proposed Energy Table NECB 2020
Full Report NECB 2020
Detailed Simulation Reports - Proposed NECB 2020
Detailed Simulation Reports - Reference NECB 2020
ASHRAE 62.1 - Proposed NECB 2020
ASHRAE 62.1 - Reference NECB 2020
VE Navigator for Title 24 2019
Overview_2019
Energy Commission Approval_2019
Software Capabilities_2019
Scope_2019
Site/Building_2019
Envelope_2019
Lighting and Other Internal Loads_2019
Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)_2019
Domestic Water Heating_2019
Output_2019
Interface_2019
Documentation_2019
Standard Input/Output Reports_2019
Basic Output Results_2019
Unmet Load Hours_2019
Certificate of Compliance Report_2019
Fixed and Restricted Inputs_2019
Preparing Basic Input_2019
Overview_2019
Title 24 Navigator Interface_2019
Preliminary Data Setup_2019
Importing Title 24 Templates_2019
Set Building Data_2019
Project Information_2019
Team_2019
Exceptional Conditions_2019
Special_2019
Narrative_2019
CALGreen_2019
HERS (Not applicable in the current version)_2019
Form 1 Tab_2019
Form 2 Tab_2019
Form 3 Tab_2019
Form 4 Tab_2019
Building Geometry_2019
Settings_2019
Input Options_2019
Other Input Options_2019
IESVE SketchUp Plug-in_2019
IESVE Revit plug-in_2019
Site Obstruction and Shading_2019
Input Options_2019
Set selected zones to obstructions_2019
PV Panel Geometry_2019
HVAC Zoning_2019
Set Number of Floors_2019
Building Orientation_2019
Building Envelope and Construction Materials_2019
Assign Title 24 Standard Constructions_2019
Opaque Building Assembly Setup_2019
Materials_2019
Composite Materials_2019
Construction Status (only New available in current version)_2019
Underground Walls_2019
Underground floors_2019
Roof_2019
Door_2019
Glazing Setup_2019
Import Glazing Assemblies from Library_2019
Import Manufacturer Data from LBNL International Glazing Database_2019
External Shades_2019
Surface assignment_2019
Above ground_2019
Ground contact_2019
Review Surface Assignment_2019
Space/Zone Thermal Template Data_2019
Space/Room Group Assignment_2019
Space/Room Thermal Template Assignment_2019
Edit Internal Gains_2019
Equipment_2019
People_2019
Interior Lighting_2019
Room Cavity Ratio_2019
Set General Lighting Power_2019
Create Lighting System Types_2019
Apply Lighting System Types_2019
Daylighting._2019
Process Loads_2019
Create Process Loads_2019
Assign Process Loads_2019
Setpoints, Ventilation & Exhaust, Infiltration_2019
Review Space Setpoints_2019
Ventilation and Exhaust_2019
Review Building Floor Data_2019
Infiltration_2019
Heating & Cooling Loads Calculations for Rooms and Zones (Design Model Only)_2019
Room Load Calculations_2019
Room and Zone Loads Reports_2019
Hot Water (Commercial SHW)_2019
DHW Loop_2019
Heat Source_2019
Mechanical / HVAC_2019
Design Model_2019
Create a new HVAC System(s) for the Design model_2019
Edit existing HVAC file for Design Model_2019
Proposed Model_2019
Create New HVAC System(s) for Proposed model_2019
[Alternative] Copy design HVAC file to represent Proposed HVAC system
HVAC Autosizing On/Off for the proposed model_2019
Edit existing HVAC file for proposed model_2019
Above-code Decarbonization (Design Model Only)_2019
Renewable Energy Systems_2019
Battery Storage_2019
Tariff Data_2019
Generate Standard Model and Simulate_2019
Generate the Standard Model_2019
Annual Energy Simulation_2019
Results_2019
Review Results Summary_2019
Generate Title 24 Compliance Report_2019
Special Features and Modelling Assumptions_2019
Modeling Assumptions_2019
Field Verification_2019
Checklist for Compliance Submittal_2019
Sample Compliance Documentation_2019
Compliance Statement_2019
ANNEX – Sample Compliance Report_2019
VE Navigator for Title 24 2022
Overview
Energy Commission Approval
Installation
Software Capabilities
Scope
Site/Building
Envelope
Lighting and Other Internal Loads
Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)
Domestic Water Heating
Output
Interface
Documentation
Standard Input/Output Reports
Basic Output Results
Unmet Load Hours
Certificate of Compliance Report
Fixed and Restricted Inputs
Preparing Basic Input
Overview
Title 24 Navigator Interface
Preliminary Data Setup
Importing Title 24 Templates
Set Building Data
Project Information
Team
Exceptional Conditions
Special
Narrative
CALGreen
HERS (Not applicable in the current version)
Form 1 Tab
Form 2 Tab
Form 3 Tab
Form 4 Tab
Source Energy and Carbon Factors
Building Geometry
Settings
Input Options
Other Input Options
IESVE SketchUp Plug-in
IESVE Revit plug-in
Site Obstruction and Shading
Input Options
Set selected zones to obstructions
PV Panel / SARA
HVAC Zoning
Set Number of Floors
Building Orientation
Building Envelope and Construction Materials
Assign Title 24 Standard Constructions
Opaque Building Assembly Setup
Materials
Composite Materials
Construction Status (only New available in current version)
Underground Walls
Underground floors
Roof
Door
Glazing Setup
Import Glazing Assemblies from Library
Import Manufacturer Data from LBNL International Glazing Database
External Shades
Surface assignment
Above ground
Ground contact
Review Surface Assignment
Space/Zone Thermal Template Data
Space/Room Group Assignment
Space/Room Thermal Template Assignment
Space/Room Thermal Template Assignment (Design Model)
Edit Internal Gains
Equipment
People
Interior Lighting
Room Cavity Ratio
Set General Lighting Power
Create Lighting System Types
Apply Lighting System Types
Set Daylighting Target Illuminance & Controls
Process Loads
Uninterruptible Power Supply
Create Process Loads
Assign Process Loads
Setpoints, Ventilation & Exhaust, Infiltration
Review Space Setpoints
Ventilation and Exhaust
Review Building Floor Data
Review Infiltration
Review Thermal Template Data Assignment
Predominant Schedule Group
Heating & Cooling Loads Calculations for Rooms and Zones (Design Model Only)
Room Load Calculations
Room and Zone Loads Reports
Hot Water (Commercial SHW)
DHW Load and DHW Zones
DHW System and Sizing calculation
Mechanical / HVAC
Design Model
Create a new HVAC System(s) for the Design model
Edit existing HVAC file for Design Model
Proposed Model
Create New HVAC System(s) for Proposed model
[Alternative] Copy design HVAC file to represent Proposed HVAC system
HVAC Autosizing On/Off for the proposed model
Edit existing HVAC file for proposed model
Edit Title 24 HVAC Report Properties
Above-code Decarbonization (Design Model Only)
Renewable Energy Systems
Tariff Data
Generate Standard Model and Simulate
Set Simulation Options
Generate the Standard Model
Annual Energy Simulation
Battery Storage
Results
Review Results Summary
Generate Title 24 Compliance Report
Generate Energy Model Output Report
AIA 2030 Challenge
Special Features and Modelling Assumptions
Modeling Assumptions
Field Verification
Checklist for Compliance Submittal
Sample Compliance Documentation
Compliance Statement
ANNEX – Sample Compliance Report
VE Navigator for Title 24 2025
Overview
Title 24 2016
Overview
Standard Input/Output Reports
Preparing Basic Input
Overview
Building Data
Cooling Coil (Chilled Water)
Cooling Coil (Direct Expansion)
Heating Coil (Hot Water)
Heating Coil (Resistance)
Heating Coil (Furnace)
Heating Coil (Heat Pump)
Fans
Evaporative Cooling (Indirect)
Evaporative Cooling (Direct)
Special Features and Modeling Assumptions
ANNEX – Sample Compliance Report
Model Viewer II
UK, Gibraltar & Ireland Regulations
VE Compliance
What is the VE Compliance View?
Site and Weather Data
Building Element Data
Space Data
System
Internal Gains
Air Exchange
Transpired Solar Collector
Apache Systems
Heating
Cooling
Hot Water
Solar Heating
Parabolic Trough Collector
Solar panel
Derived Parameters
Solar water heating (SBEM methodology)
Auxiliary energy
Air supply & Cost
UK NCM System Data Wizard
Electricity Generators
Settings, Menu & Toolbar
VE-Compliance MVII
Part L
PartL1(2006)
Criterion 1, 2 & 3
Guidance on performing Part L1 (2006) assessments
Part L1 (2006) – Analysis
Space Data & Constructions
References
Part L2
Part L2(2021)ApacheSim
Introduction
What is Part L2 (2021) ApacheSim?
Overview of Part L2 (2021) ApacheSim
Calculating the target primary energy rate and target emission rate
Consideration of high efficiency systems
Limiting heat gains and losses
Limits on fixed building services
Overview of L2 (2021) ApacheSim interface features
Interface features shared with other Regulatory Frameworks
Current model selector (actual, notional and reference buildings)
HVAC and hot water systems
Building regulations room data
Building regulations construction data
Part L2 analysis and results
Guidance on performing Part L2 (2021) assessments
Fundamentals of Part L2 (2021)
Overview of Part L2 2021 compliance analysis in the VE
Real, actual, notional and reference buildings
The real building
The actual building
The notional building
The reference building
Steps in performing a VE Compliance analysis
Step 1. Create geometry
Step 2. Set location and weather data
Step 3. Create and assign constructions
Step 4. Set building type and general data
Step 5. Create HVAC and DHW Systems
Step 6. Define renewable systems
Step 7. Create or import room templates
Step 8. Edit Room Data
Step 9. Set Building & System Data
General
Building Details
Simulation Settings
EPC Recommendations (EPC only)
Step 10. Inspect notional and/or reference building
Step 11. Perform test runs
Step 12. Perform compliance or EPC analysis
Step 13. Review, revise and repeat as necessary
Step 14. Collate and submit results
Part L2 (2021) ApacheSim – Analysis
Building settings
Building type
Building Category
Set Building & System Data
Simulations
CO2 Emissions: Part L compliance
CO2 Emissions: test run (actual building)
Part L2 (2021) ApacheSim Results
Room Data
Room Data in the context of Part L2 (2021)
General tab
Building Regs tab
NCM lighting data dialog
Space Conditions tab
System tab
Internal Gains tab
Air Exchange tab
Room Data (notional building)
Building Regulations Construction Data
Glazing
Doors
Ground floors
All construction categories
Tips for Passing Part L2a
Systems
Lighting
Glazing
Ventilation
Adjustments for management features
Constructions
Infiltration
References
Appendix A. Ventilation in compliance simulations
Infiltration
Fresh air requirement
Cooling ventilation
Appendix B. Comparison L2 England 2013 and 2021
Part L2(2021)VE-SBEM
Introduction
What is Part L2 (2021) VE-SBEM?
Overview of Part L2 (2021)
Calculating the target primary energy rate and target emission rate
Consideration of high efficiency systems
Limiting heat gains and losses
Limits on fixed building services
Overview of VE-SBEM interface features
Interface features shared with other Regulatory Frameworks
Actual, notional and reference buildings
HVAC and hot water systems
Building regulations room data
Building regulations construction data
Part L2 analysis and results
Guidance on Part L2 (2021) assessments
Fundamentals of Part L2 2021
Overview of Part L2 2021 compliance analysis
Real, actual, notional and reference buildings
The real building
The actual building
The notional and reference buildings
Steps in performing a VE Compliance analysis
Step 1. Create geometry
Step 2. Set location and weather data
Step 3. Create and assign constructions
Display window?
Transmittances
Local shading
External shading
Internal shading
Door type
Ground floors
Thermal bridging coefficient
Step 4. Set building type and general data
Step 5. Create HVAC and DHW Systems
Step 6. Define renewable systems
Transpired solar collectors
Step 7. Create or import room templates
Step 8. Edit Room Data
General tab
Building Regs tab
NCM Lighting data dialog
Space conditions tab (data taken entirely from NCM template)
System tab (data taken from Room Template, but editable)
Mechanical supply in this room?
Local mechanical exhaust in this room?
Scope of extract system feeds into the auxiliary energy calculation
Transpired Solar Collectors tab
Step 9. Set Building & System Data
General
Building Data
Thermal Bridging
Step 10. Perform compliance or EPC analysis
Step 11. Review, revise and repeat as necessary
Step 12. Collate and submit results
Part L2 (2021) VE-SBEM Results
Tips for Passing Part L2 (2021)
Systems
Lighting
Glazing
Ventilation
DHW demand
Adjustments for management features
Constructions
Infiltration
Part L2 (2021) EPC
Building & System Data
Building & System Data Tab: General
The Official Guidance button reminds the user of the following important information:
Certifier
Insurance details
Building & System Data Tab: Building Details
Stage of Analysis
EPC
Air conditioning questionnaire
Building & System Data Tab: EPC Recommendations
Analysis
SBEM-EPC results
Part L TER
Standard SER
Actual BER
Asset Rating, Band
View EPC
View Recommendation
Extra output files
References
Appendix A. Comparison between L2 England 2013 and 2021
PartL2(2013-2014)ApacheSim
Overview of L2 (2013-2014) ApacheSim interface features
Guidance on performing Part L2 (2013-2014) assessments
Steps in performing a VE Compliance analysis
Part L2 (2013-2014) ApacheSim – Analysis
Part L2 (2013-2014) ApacheSim Results
Space Data
NCM lighting data dialog
Space Data (notional building)
Building Regulations Construction Data
Tips for Passing Part L2a
References
Appendix A. Ventilation in compliance simulations
PartL2(2013-2014)VE-SBEM
Overview of VE-SBEM interface features
Guidance on Part L2 (2013/2014) assessments
Steps in performing a VE Compliance analysis
Part L2 (2013/2014) VE-SBEM Results
Tips for Passing Part L2 (2013/2014)
Part L2 (2013/2014) EPC
References
PartL2(2010)ApacheSim
Guidance on performing Part L2 (2010) assessments
Steps in Performing Analysis
Tips for Passing Part L2A
Part L2 (2010) ApacheSim – Analysis
L2 (2010) Building & System data
Space Data (actual & notional building)
Building Regulations Construction Data
Part L2 (2010) ApacheSim – EPC
References
Appendix A. Ventilation in compliance simulations
Appendix B. Calculation of BER and TER
PartL2(2010)VE-SBEM
Overview of VE-SBEM interface features
Fundamentals of Part L2 2010
Steps in performing a VE Compliance analysis
Part L2 (2010) VE-SBEM Results
Tips for Passing Part L2 (2010)
References
PartL2(2006)ApacheSim
Guidance on performing Part L2 (2006) assessments
Steps in Performing Analysis
Tips for passing Part L2A
L2 (2006) Building & System data
Space Data (actual building)
Space Data (notional building)
Construction Data
Part L2 (2006) ApacheSim – EPC
References
Appendix A. Ventilation in compliance simulations
Appendix B. Calculation of BER and TER
PartL2(2006)VE-SBEM
Guidance on performing Part L2 (2006) assessments
Steps to Performing Analysis
Tips for Passing Part L2a
Part L2 (2006) VE-SBEM – Analysis
Space Data (actual building)
Building Regulations Construction Data
Part L2 (2006) VE-SBEM Results
References
Part F
Guidance on performing Gibraltar Part F (2007) assessments
High level overview
Licencing
Application
Design model
Actual building
Create geometry
Analysis section
Building settings
Room settings
Tools
Location & weather
Constructions
Building Templates
Apache Systems
Space data
General
System
Space Conditions
Internal Gains
Air Exchanges
Building Regs
Electricity Generators
Fuel emission and primary energy factors
Building data
Compliance (BRGIF)
EPC
Simulation
Reference building
Analysis section
Building settings
Room settings
Tools
Location & weather
Constructions
Building Templates
Apache Systems
Space data
Electricity Generators
Fuel emission and primary energy factors
Simulation
Simulation
ApacheSim – Compliance
ApacheSim – EPC
Appendix A. Ventilation in compliance simulations
Infiltration
Fresh air requirement
Cooling ventilation
England Approved Doc O: 2021 Overheating analysis
Wales Approved Doc O: 2022 Overheating analysis
Building Regulations – Part L Ireland (2022)
Introduction
Overview of VE-SBEM interface features
Interface features shared with other Regulatory Frameworks
Actual, Reference and Notional buildings
Building regulations room data
HVAC and hot water systems
Building regulations construction data
Part L Ireland analysis and results
Guidance on Part L Ireland (2022) assessments
Steps in performing a VE Compliance analysis
Step 1. Create Geometry
Step 2. Set location and weather data
Step 3. Create and assign constructions
Display Window?
Transmittances
Local Shading
External Shading
Internal Shading
Door Type
Ground Floors
Thermal bridging coefficient
Step 4. Set building type and general data
Step 5. Create HVAC and DHW systems
Step 6. Define renewable systems
Transpired collar collectors
Step 7. Create or import room templates
Step 8. Edit Room Data
General tab
System tab (data taken from Room Template, but editable)
Under the heading HVAC:
Under the heading Systems:
Under the heading Heat Recovery (SBEMie only):
Under the heading Ventilation & extract:
Under the heading Demand controlled ventilation:
In the frame dealing with night cooling:
Space conditions tab (data taken entirely from NCM template)
Building Regs tab
NCM Lighting data dialog
Transpired Solar Collectors tab
Step 9. Set Building & System Data
General
Building Data
Thermal Bridging
Step 10. Perform compliance or BER analysis
Step 11. Review, revise and repeat as necessary
Step 12. Collate and submit results
Part L Ireland (2022) VE-SBEM results
Results Tab
Reference building primary energy use
Reference building carbon emissions
Actual building primary energy use
Actual building carbon emissions
Energy Performance Coefficient (EPC)
Carbon Performance Coefficient (CPC)
Renewable Energy Ratio (RER)
Calculation Summary
Calculation Details
View Compliance Doc
Tips for Passing Part L Ireland (2022)
Systems
Lighting
Glazing
Ventilation
DHW demand
Adjustments for management features
Constructions
Infiltration
Part L Ireland (2022) BER
Building & System Data
Building & System Data Tab: General
Certifier
Insurance details
Building & System Data Tab: Building Details
Stage of analysis
BER
Air conditioning questionnaire
Building & System Data Tab: BER Recommendations
Building & System Data Tab: BER LAN settings
Analysis
SBEM-BER results
Primary Energy Use
Carbon Emissions
Building Energy Rating / Band
View BER
View Advisory
Supplementary Report
Section 6
Section6(2022)ApacheSim
Introduction
Overview of ApacheSim interface features
Interface features shared with other Regulatory Frameworks
Current model selector (actual and notional buildings)
HVAC and hot water systems
Building regulations room data
Building regulations construction data
Analysis and results
Guidance on performing Scotland Section 6 (2022) assessments
Fundamentals of Scotland Section 6 (2022)
Overview of Scotland Section 6 (2022) compliance analysis in the VE
Real, actual and notional buildings
The real building
The actual building
The notional building
Steps in performing a VE Compliance analysis
Step 1. Create geometry
Step 2. Set location and weather data
Step 3. Create and assign constructions
Building Regulations Construction Data
Step 4. Set building type and general data
Step 5. Create HVAC and DHW Systems
Step 6. Define renewable systems
Step 7. Create or import room templates
Step 8. Edit Room Data
General tab
Building Regs tab
Space Conditions tab
System tab
Internal Gains tab
Air Exchange tab
Step 9. Set Building & System Data
General
Building Details
Simulation Settings
EPC Recommendations (EPC only)
Step 10. Inspect notional and/or reference building
Step 11. Perform test runs
Step 12. Perform compliance or EPC analysis
Step 13. Review, revise and repeat as necessary
Step 14. Collate and submit results
Scotland Section 6 (2022) ApacheSim – Analysis
Building settings
Building type
Building Category
Set Building & System Data
Simulations
CO2 Emissions: Scotland Section 6 (2022) compliance
CO2 Emissions: test run (actual building)
Scotland Section 6 (2022) ApacheSim Results
Tips for Passing Scotland Section 6 (2022)
Systems
Lighting
Glazing
Ventilation
Adjustments for management features
Constructions
Infiltration
References
Section6(2022)VE-SBEM
Introduction
Overview of VE-SBEM interface features
Interface features shared with other Regulatory Frameworks
Actual and notional buildings
HVAC and hot water systems
Building regulations room data
Building regulations construction data
Analysis and results
Guidance on Scotland Section 6 (2022) assessments
Fundamentals of Scotland Section 6 (2022)
Overview of Scotland Section 6 (2022) compliance analysis
Real, actual and notional buildings
The real building
The actual building
The notional building
Steps in performing a VE Compliance analysis
Step 1. Create geometry
Step 2. Set location and weather data
Step 3. Create and assign constructions
Display window?
Transmittances
Local shading
External shading
Internal shading
Door type
Ground floors
Thermal bridging coefficient
Step 4. Set building type and general data
Step 5. Create HVAC and DHW Systems
Step 6. Define renewable systems
Transpired solar collectors
Step 7. Create or import room templates
Step 8. Edit Room Data
General tab
Building Regs tab
Space conditions tab (data taken entirely from NCM template)
System tab (data taken from Room Template, but editable)
Transpired Solar Collectors tab
Step 9. Set Building & System Data
General
Building Data
Thermal Bridging
Step 10. Perform compliance or EPC analysis
Step 11. Review, revise and repeat as necessary
Step 12. Collate and submit results
Scotland Section 6 (2022) VE-SBEM – Analysis
Building settings
Building type
Building Category
Set Building & System Data
Simulations
CO2 Emissions: Scotland Section 6 (2022) compliance
Scotland Section 6 (2022) VE-SBEM Results
Tips for Passing Scotland Section 6 (2022)
Systems
Lighting
Glazing
Ventilation
Adjustments for management features
Constructions
Infiltration
Scotland Section 6 (2022) EPC
Building & System Data
Building & System Data Tab: General
Certifier
Insurance details
Building & System Data Tab: Building Details
Stage of Analysis
EPC
Air conditioning questionnaire
Building & System Data Tab: EPC Recommendations
Analysis
SBEM-EPC results
TER
Actual BER
Asset Rating, Band
View EPC
View Recommendation
Extra output files
References
Section6(2010)VE-SBEM
Differences for Section 6 (2010)
Section6(2007)ApacheSim
Section6(2005)ApacheSim
Compliance Methods - Dwellings & Non-Dwellings
Elemental and Heat Loss Methods
Carbon Emissions Method
Section 6 building and system data
SAP 2. Ventilation rate
Data for Part L2
Building Regulations Space Data
Building Regulations Construction Data
Section 6 Analysis and Results
Section 63
Overview - What is Section 63?
Requirements for using Section 63 in the Virtual Environment
Assessment and Improvement Process
Getting Started
Pre-requisites
EPC Simulation and Lodgement
Generating a Prescribed Measures Action Plan
Reviewing the Action Plan
No Improvement Targets
Improvement Targets Identified
Working with Alternative Scenarios
Creating an Alternative Scenario
Settings for Alternative Scenarios
Assessment Settings
Prescriptive Measures
Alternative Measures
Generating the Action Plan
Reviewing the Action Plan
Reviewing Savings for the Alternative Measure
Adding A New Measure
Deleting an Existing Measure
Notes on Savings Values
Managing Scenarios
Exporting the Active Scenario
Deleting the Active Scenario
Deleting all Scenarios
Finalising the Assessment
Updating the EPC
Generating the final Action Plan
Preparing your model for Section 63
Assessor and Building Details
Selecting Section 63 Assessment Mode
Preparatory Checks for Section 63
Air permeability
Boilers > 15 Years Old
Loft Access for Roofs
Assessment Settings for Section 63
EPC Report Reference Number (RRN)
Date of sale or lease of building
Planned completion date for the Section 63 action plan
Has the Section 63 action plan been completed?
Actual completion date for the Section 63 action plan
Use operational rating?
Is DEC and advisory report lodged in register and displayed in building?
Who commissioned the Section 63 action plan?
Name of tenant/delegated person
Has delegated protocol been set up?
Set up date of the delegated protocol
Is mains gas supply available on site?
Applicable Prescriptive Measures
Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions
Appendix B: Automatic Triggers for Prescriptive Measures
Appendix C: Lodging on the Scottish EPC Register
Scotland Section 3: 2022 Overheating analysis
PartL(2002)
Overview
L2 Elemental Method
Part L analysis and results
Data common to Part L1 and Part L2
Data for Part L2
Building Regulations Space Data
Building Regulations Construction Data
Set Building & System Data
Navigator for Part L2 DSM
Navigator for Part L2 SBEM
Methods
PartL1(2002)Methods
Basis for calculations
L1 Elemental Method (ADL1 paragraphs 1.3–1.15)
L1 Target U-value Method (ADL1 paragraphs 1.16–1.26)
L1 Carbon Index Method (ADL1 paragraphs 1.27-1.28)
Maximum (Table 3) U-value Requirement (ADL1 paragraph 1.29)
Additional Requirements (ADL1 paragraphs 1.30-1.45)
Glossary
References
PartL2(2002)Methods
Basis for calculations
L2 Elemental Method (ADL2 paragraphs 1.7–1.68)
E 4. Heating Systems Requirements (ADL2 paragraphs 1.24-1.40)
E 6.1 Office CPR Method (ADL2 paragraphs 1.62-1.66 & Appendix G)
L2 Whole-building Method
L2 Carbon Emissions Calculation Method
Additional L2 Requirements
References
Section6(Scotland)Methods(non-dwellings)
Basis for calculations
Section 6 Elemental and Heat Loss Methods (including building services requirements)
Carbon Emissions Calculation Method
References
VE Navigator for Green Mark
Assessment of Green Mark® - Singapore
Green Mark® Navigator Introduction
VE Interface Elements Introduction
Setup
Workflow concept
Location / weather file
Import baseline files
Building Geometry
Enter modelling mode
Settings
Locks
Grid
Inner volumes
Adjacency separation distance
Input Options
Zoning
Manually Extrude Rooms / Zones
Import DXF & Manually Extrude
Import GBXML (Revit, ArchiCAD etc.)
Model Settings
Site Obstructions and Shading
Set selected zones to obstructions
Building Orientation
Room grouping (GM)
Verify Suitability for Green Mark Assessment
Thermal envelope
Create constructions
Assign constructions
Ap Systems
Ventilation approach (CMM)
Hot water systems
Activities
Open Template Manager to set up templates
Import templates
Create model templates:
Set building type and Set room type
Receptacle, People and Lighting loads
Other end uses
Natvent designs
Set up MacroFlo opening types
Assign types to windows / doors
ApHVAC systems
Import system prototypes
Enter HVAC mode
Name systems
Assign spaces
Edit boilers / chillers / heat recovery devices / fans
System schedules
Plant sizing (option):
Room Load Calculations
Assign Room Sizing Data
System Load Calculations
Update fan and coil sizing data
Configure fan pressure drops
Validate proxy ApSystems against ApHVAC
Renewables
Open dialog (PVs and Wind)
Solar thermal
Compliance models
Enter GM compliance mode
Proposed model:
Create/refresh proposed model from real model
Edit substitutions:
Activities
Ventilation / Schedules
Pre-requisite checks:
SunCast simulation
ETTV & RTTV
Create proposed systems
Create/refresh proposed network
Edit in HVAC
Plant sizing (option):
Room Load Calculations / Assign Room Sizing Data / System Load Calculations / Update fan and coil sizing data
Derive fan powers
Reference model:
Create/refresh reference model from proposed model
Pre-requisites:
SunCast simulation
ETTV: Iterate ETTV & RTTV
Create baseline systems:
Create/refresh baseline network
Edit in HVAC
Create & review
Sizing:
Adjust baseline systems to limits:
Simulation
Pre-simulations:
Solar
Daylight (option)
Thermal simulations:
Settings
Simulate compliance models
Part 0 - model
Customise report logo
Point Score card
Point summary
Cost details / Energy results
Part 1 - energy eff. A
ETTV NRB 1-1
Air-con system NRB 1-2
Part 1 - energy eff. B
Envelope NRB 1-3
Natvent / mech-vent NRB 1-4
Day light NRB 1-5
Edit Spaces
Edit Tvis
Edit Preferences
Choose simple/advanced & simulate
Part 1 - energy eff. C
Artificial lighting NRB 1-6
Edit spaces
Report
Exterior lighting
Car Park Ventilation NRB 1-7
Check room activities set
Report
Common Area Ventilation NRB 1-8
Check room activities set
Report
Lifts NRB 1-9
Check lift data
Report
Energy eff. features NRB 1-10
Green walls
Energy eff. features
Report
Renewables NRB 1-11
Tenant details
Report
Part 2 - water efficiency
Water Efficient Fittings (NRB 2-1)
Edit Appliance Data
Report
Part 4 - Indoor Environment Quality
Thermal Comfort (NRB 4-1)
Report
Appendices
Appendix A
Weather data
Model data
Appendix B: ETTV details
Appendix C
Report Data
Appendix C: GMIS submission form
Project Details/Summary
User details
Project details
ANNEX
Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD)
Overview
Introduction to MicroFlo
Boundary conditions
Components
CFD Settings (Internal Simulation)
CFD Grid
Multi-zone Spaces
Importing Boundary Conditions from VistaPro Results
External Simulation
Running the simulation
MicroFlo Viewer
Troubleshooting
Lifecycle Analysis
CostPlan
Starting CostPlan & Menu Bar
Toolbar
CostPlan Cost Information
Miscellaneous
CostPlanPro
Datasets
Materials Datasets
Systems Dataset
Assigning Data
Components & Dynamic Simulation
CostPlanPro Interface
CostSubsciptionService
Overview
Cost Dataset Installation
LifeCycleAnalysis
LCA Module
CDB Interface
Mixed Used Buildings
Evacuation
Lisi - Overview
Main Menu Commands
Simulex
Introduction
Responsibility
Copying
Testing Features with the Sample Projects
Playback Controls
The Project Files
Other Functions
Characteristics
Testing Routes
Distance Map
Modelling an Evacuation with Simulex
Floors
Exits
Staircases
Defining Links
Calculation of Distance Maps
Defining the Occupants
Simulation
Information Window
Multiple Distance Maps (different routes-to-exit)
Hints for Problem-Free Simulation
Main Program Menu
Menu: Project
Menu Item: Project > Open
Menu Item: Project > Save
Menu Item: Project > Save As
Menu Item: Project > Close
Menu Item: Project > Exit
Menu: Building
Menu Item: Building > Add Floor
Menu Item: Building > Replace Floor
Menu Item: Building > Add Staircase
Menu Item: Building > Change Name
Menu Item: Building > Change Height
Menu Item: Building > Delete
Menu Item: Building > Add Link
Menu Item: Building > Delete Link
Menu Item: Building > Add Exit
Menu Item: Building > Delete Exit
Menu Item: DistMap > Setup
Menu Item: DistMap > Calculate
Menu Item: DistMap > Display
Menu: Routes
Menu Item: Routes > Most Remote
Menu Item: Routes > Test Position
Menu Item: Routes > Stop Testing
Menu: People
Menu Item: People > Single Person
Menu Item: People > Group People
Menu Item: People > Delete All People
Menu Item: People > Characteristics
Menu: Simulate
Menu Item: Simulate > Begin
Menu Item: Simulate > Playback
Menu Item: Simulate > Playback in 3D
Menu Item: Simulate > Pause
Menu Item: Simulate > Stop
Menu: Window
Menu: Help
Function Keys
Technical Requirements
Principles and Assumptions
Walking Speeds
Body Dimensions
Occupant Types
Troubleshooting
Literature
Application Programming Interface (API)
Python API Guidance
Introduction
Introduction to Python
Additional Resources
3rd Party Libraries
VEScripts Editor
File List
Scripting Toolbar
Code Editing Window
Output Window / Output Window Toolbar
Help Window
Watch Window
Breakpoints
Running Scripts
Promote to Navigator
Installing a Script Package
Creating a Script Package
Creating a Sample Script
Troubleshooting Error Messages
SyntaxError: Invalid Syntax
SyntaxError: Non-UTF-8 code
IndentationError: Unexpected Indent
TypeError: Can’t convert ‘int; object to str implicitly
KeyError: ‘room_name’
AttributeError: 'RoomGroups' object has no attribute 'get_room_groupz'
ArgumentError
Other Resources
VE Python API
Conventions Used in the VE API and User Guide
Top Level Methods
Methods Defined Here
AirExchange
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
ApacheSim
Methods Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
BpfCustom
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
CasualGain
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
EnergySources
Static Methods Defined Here
HVAC Network
Enums
Components
HVACAbstractBoiler
Attributes Defined Here
HVACAbstractComponent
Attributes Defined Here
HVACAbstractChiller
Attributes Defined Here
HVACAbstractCHRHeatExchanger
Attributes Defined Here
HVACAbstractDXCoolingSystem
Attributes Defined Here
HVACAbstractHeatPump
Attributes Defined Here
HVACAbstractWaterAirHeatPump
Attributes Defined Here
HVACAbstractWaterWaterHeatExchanger
Methods Defined Here
HVACAirFilter
HVACAirToAirHeatEnthalpyExchanger
Attributes Defined Here
HVACAmbientHeatRejectionDevice
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
HVACBoiler
Attributes Defined Here
HVACChilledCeiling
Attributes Defined Here
HVACChilledCeilingRoom
Attributes Defined Here
HVACChilledWaterLoop
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
HVACChiller
HVACCombinedHeatAndPower
HVACComponent
HVACCondenserWaterLoop
Attributes Defined Here
HVACCoolingCoil
Attributes Defined Here
HVACCoolingTower
HVACCPHPBoiler
Attributes Defined Here
HVACDamper
Attributes Defined Here
HVACDamperSplitter
HVACDedicatedWatersideEconomizer
Attributes Defined Here
HVACDHWBranch
Attributes Defined Here
HVACDHWCHRHeatExchanger
HVACDHWSystem
Attributes Defined Here
Methods Defined Here
HVACDirectActingHeater
Attributes Defined Here
HVACDirectActingHeaterRoom
Attributes Defined Here
HVACDryFluidCooler
Attributes Defined Here
HVACDuct
HVACDXCoolingInstance
HVACDXCoolingSystem
HVACEACChiller
Attributes Defined Here
HVACEnhancedBoiler
Attributes Defined Here
HVACCPHPBoiler
Attributes Defined Here
HVACElectricChiller
Attributes Defined Here
HVACEWCChiller
HVACFan
Attributes Defined Here
HVACGenericCoolingSource
Attributes Defined Here
HVACGenericHeatSource
Attributes Defined Here
HVACHeatingCoil
Attributes Defined Here
HVACHeatPump
HVACHeatPumpInstance
HVACHeatSource
Attributes Defined Here
HVACHeatTransferLoop
Attributes Defined Here
HVACHotWaterLoop
Attributes Defined Here
HVACWaterLoop
Attributes Defined Here
HVACHWLSupplyLoop
Attributes Defined Here
HVACHWLDemandLoop
Attributes Defined Here
HVACHWLDHWHeatExchanger
Attributes Defined Here
HVACInlet
HVACJunction
HVACOutlet
HVACPCMBattery
Attributes Defined Here
HVACPlenum
Attributes Defined Here
1.7.2.57.2
HVACPLCChiller
Attributes Defined Here
HVACPreCoolingLoop
Attributes Defined Here
HVACPump
Attributes Defined Here
HVACRadiator
Attributes Defined Here
HVACRadiatorRoom
Attributes Defined Here
HVACRoom
Attributes Defined Here
HVACRoomUnit
Attributes Defined Here
HVACSolarAirCollectorBIST
Attributes Defined Here
HVACSolarWaterHeater
Attributes Defined Here
HVACSourceDependentRoom
Attributes Defined Here
HVACSprayChamber
Attributes Defined Here
HVACSteamHumidifier
Attributes Defined Here
HVACThermalDuctProperties
Attributes Defined Here
HVACThermalStorageLoop
Attributed Defined Here
HVACThermalStorageTank
HVACUnitaryCoolingSystem
Attributes Defined Here
HVACVRFSystem
Attributes Defined Here
HVACWaterAirHeatPump
HVACWaterAirHeatPumpInstance
HVACWaterSourceLoop
Attributes Defined Here
HVACWaterWaterHeatExchanger
HVACWaterWaterHeatPump
HVACWaterLoopHeatRecovery
Attributes Defined Here
HVACZone
Attributes Define Here
Controllers
HVACAbstractController
Attributes Defined Here
HVACController
HVACTimeSwitchController
Attributes Defined Here
HVACAbstractControllerWithSensor
Attributes Defined Here
HVACControllerWithSensor
HVACControllerWithDifferentialSensor
Multiplex
HVACMultiplex
Attributes Defined Here
Networks
HVACNetwork
Methods Defined Here
Static Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Network Objects
HVACNetworkObject
Attributes Defined Here
Prototype Systems
HVACPrototypeSystem
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
System Curves
HVACSystemCurve
Attributes Defined Here
SystemParameters
Methods Defined Here
IECC
Methods Defined Here
ImportGBXML
Methods Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
ImportGEMFile
Mv2 (Model Viewer 2)
Methods Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
NECB
Methods Defined Here
PRM
Methods Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
ProjectInfo
Methods Defined Here
ResultsReader
Notes on Reading APS files
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
RoomAirExchange
Methods Defined Here
Attributes/Properties Defined Here
RoomInternalGain
Methods Defined Here
RoomPowerGain
RoomLightingGain
RoomPeopleGain
RoomPowerGain
RoomLightingGain
RoomPeopleGain
RoomGroups
Methods Defined Here
TariffsEngine
Methods Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
TDVCalculator
Methods Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
T24
Methods Defined Here
T24EndUseData
Methods Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
T24ResponsiblePerson
Attributes Defined Here
TransformerLosses
Methods Defined Here
UMLH
Methods Defined Here
VEAdjacency
Methods Defined Here
VEApacheSystem
Methods Defined Here
Static Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
VEBody
Notes on VE Body Objects
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
VECdbConstruction
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
VECdbDatabase
Methods Defined Here
Static Methods Defined Here
VECdbLayer
Methods Defined Here
VECdbMaterial
Methods Defined Here
VECdbProject
Methods Defined Here
Static Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
VEComponentProcess
Methods Defined Here
VEConstructionTemplate
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
VEEnergyMeter
Methods Defined Here
VEGeometry
Methods Defined Here
Static Methods Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
VELocate
Methods Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
VEMacroFlo
Methods Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
1.39.3
VEModel
Notes on VE Model objects
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
VEProfile
Methods Defined Here
For Group Profiles (derived from GroupProfile class) these additional methods are available:
For Free form Profiles (FreeFormProfile class) these additional methods are available:
Attributes Defined Here
For Compact Profiles (CompactProfile class) only these additional attributes are available:
Enums Defined Here
Detailed Data Description
VEProject
Methods Defined Here
Static Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
VERenewables
Methods Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
VERoomData
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
VESankey
Methods Defined Here
VESuncast
Methods Defined Here
VESurface
Notes on Surfaces
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
VEThermalTemplate
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
WeatherFileReader
Methods Defined Here
Attributes Defined Here
Enums Defined Here
RefModelUserEdits
Methods Defined Here
Third Party Integration
Armstrong® Templok Ceilings®
Overview
What is Armstrong Ultima Templok®?
Design Approach
Modules required to use Armstrong Ultima Templok® in the Virtual Environment
Using Armstrong Ultima Templok® in the VE
Introduction
Surface Tiles
Tools
Start Page > New Project > Schematic Geometry Wizard
Plenum/Void Creator Tool
Storey tool
Construction Database Manager
Assignment
HVAC
Apache Simulation
Parametric
Results analysis
Breathing Buildings NVHR
Overview
NVHR Background
Product Information
Using NVHR in the VE
Importing the NVHR units
Using the NVHR Grouping Scheme
Assigning NVHR to Rooms
Simulating with NVHR
Results Analysis
NVHR and UK NCM analysis (Part L, Section 6, EPCs)
Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions
Appendix B: About Breathing Buildings Ltd.
Indalo (English)
Introduction
A quick look at modelling in IES-VE
Overview
The user-interface
Making a quick test model
The Indalo® navigator
Preparing a VE model for Indalo®
External CO2 level
Openings
Profiles
Air permeability modelling
Infiltration (aeraulic data)
Systems
Apache simulation timestep
Apache simulation
Setting up an account for Indalo®
Assigning filter & material data
Room grouping
Filter & material assignment
Indalo® simulation
Simulation options
Simulation
Notes on results
Indalo (French)
Introduction
Un aperçu rapide de la modélisation dans IES-VE
Aperçu
L'interface utilisateur
Créer un modèle de test rapide
Le navigateur Indalo®
Préparation d'un modèle VE pour Indalo®
Niveau de CO 2 externe
Ouvertures
Profils
Modélisation de la perméabilité à l'air
Infiltration (données aérauliques)
Systèmes
Pas de temps de simulation Apache
Simulation Apache
Créer un compte pour Indalo®
Attribution des données de filtre et de matériau
Regroupement de pièces
Affectation des filtres et des matériaux
Simulation Indalo®
Options de simulation
Simulation
Notes sur les résultats
Monodraught HVR
Overview
What is Monodraught HVR®?
Monodraught Hybrid Ventilation (HVR) V system
Monodraught Hybrid Ventilation (HVR) X system with heat recovery
Monodraught Hybrid Ventilation (HVR) X+ system with heat recovery and room heating
Monodraught Hybrid Ventilation (HVR) XC+ system with heat recovery and room heating
Monodraught Hybrid Ventilation (HVR) APX system with heat recovery and room heating
Requirements for using HVR in the Virtual Environment
HVR Background
The Evolution of Hybrid Ventilation and design requirements
Why Choose Hybrid Ventilation?
HVR Key Features
Typical Installation - Operation Detail
Cross Flow
Single Sided Flow
Additional Ventilation
Control Strategy
Controls and user interface
Further Information
Using HVR in the VE
Introduction
Importing the HVR units
Using the HVR Grouping Scheme
Duplicating Unit Groups
Deleting Unit Groups
Editing Unit Group Properties
Assigning HVR to Rooms
Assignment Guidance
HVR Assignment
What happens when a room is assigned?
What happens when a room is unassigned?
Editing HVR Opening Types
Changing Opening Type on the view
Changing Opening Type using the browser
Changing Opening Type using Opening Selection and Assignment
Opening Type Updates
Simulating with HVR
Applying HVR to an ApacheHVAC system file
Simulate HVR performance using Apache
Comfort analysis
HVR and UK NCM analysis (Part L & EPCs)
The NCM framework
Analysing the real building and the Actual Building
TM54 analysis
TM54 requirements
Preparing the model for TM54 analysis
Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions
Appendix B: HVR Technical Data
Louvre sizes and requirements for HVR systems
Recommended HVR system room configuration
Appendix C: About Monodraught Ltd.
Monodraught HTM
Overview
HTM Background
Using HTM in the VE
Introduction
Importing the HTM units
Using the HTM Grouping Scheme
Assigning HTM to Rooms
Editing HTM Opening Types
Simulating with HTM
HTM and UK NCM analysis (Part L & EPCs)
Appendix A: Frequently Asked Questions
Appendix B: HTM Technical Data
Appendix C: About Monodraught Ltd.
Passivent Roof Terminals
Overview
What are Passivent Roof Ventilation Terminals?
Requirements for using Passivent Roof Ventilation Terminals in the Virtual Environment
Performance requirements
Using Passivent Roof Ventilation Terminals in the VE
Introduction
Preparing the model for BB101 analysis
Importing Roof Ventilation terminals
Editing component parameters
Inserting a Passivent Roof Ventilation Terminal (without low level inlets) into a Room
Inserting a Passivent Roof Ventilation Terminal (with low level inlets) into a Room
Simulation with Passivent Roof Terminals
Results analysis
Comfort analysis (design)
Comfort analysis (compliance)
UK NCM analysis (Part L & EPCs)
The NCM framework
Analysing the real building and the Actual Building
