Does anyone know of a way in which to specify ductwork sizing within the system builder.
I have been tasked with analyzing an all ready existing system. I have floor plans etc so can create the building etc. The only thing I cannot do is set the ductwork to the dimensions specified by the HVAC contractor, who has done an on site recce in lieu of me.
All i have managed to do is draw the ducts as per the recce report, and i have sized the system accordingly to the details I have been given, but the ductwork sizes are different. Can I manually change the system sized ductwork?
Thanks,
Duncan
Hi Duncan,
Firstly- is there any particular reason you are using System Builder? This has been unsupported for quite some time. For duct and pipe sizing we would recommend using Netsys.
In relation to your query - yes you can indeed accomplish this, but it is via each duct rather than the System marker. To do so, select the below option, and then select the duct you wish to change:
Regards,
Shane
Shane Regan | Principle Building Performance Support EngineerHevacomp to OpenBuildings - A complete guide for every user | Bentley Communities
Hi Shane,
Firstly I'm using System Builder because I've been told to. The joys of work!!
Secondly, Thank you very much for that answer, you've sorted me right out, because as I'm sure you can tell I'm not very experienced with Hevacomp.
No worries at all, just thought I'd check! Netsys is much the same process, but a little more straight forward. Glad that helped sort it out for you in any case.
If you need anything else please just get in touch.