Energy Analysis

We undertake energy analysis using BIM and Riuska Energy Simulation software. We provide a variety of service levels at a competitive cost. We can either work with our clients IFC models, or produce them specifically for energy analysis. Please contact us for a quotation.

EXAMPLE STUDY

This example is for a new technical college in Holland. A BIM was created using EliteCAD AR software with several different construction and gable types. The objective was to study how each variant would perform in terms of energy consumption. The study was based upon the buildings actual geographical situation and according to the prevailing climatic conditions.

CONSTRUCTION VARIANTS

The objective was to evaluate the buildings transparency and sustainability through innovation. Several variants of gable and building services were analysed for their impact upon construction, operating and maintenance costs. Numerous construction variants were also studied including prefabricated columns & vertical beams with canal floor slabs; concrete core with in-situ floor & column and wide slab floor and integral installations not requiring suspended ceilings.

Energy Analysis Model - building service zones & stabiliy

GABLE VARIENTS

Four types were investigated for comparative analysis, performance and sustainability; Traditional cavity wall, 50% glass, standard construction; Prefabricated concrete, 75% glass, lower cost & higher quality; Glass gable, 90% glass, floor slabs visible and Climatic gable, 95% glass, double shell.

BUILDING SERVICES - SYSTEMS
A number of systems were analysed including; VAV-system (variable volume air) - Air/Air; 4 Pipe Induction - Water/Water and Core Activation - Water/Air.

4 Pipe Induction (water/water) schematic

Energy Consumption

Conclusions - comparative costs