Non-standard HVAC systems
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Environment:
N/A
Area:
Part L
Subarea:
N/A
Overview
It may be necessary when using the PartL program to enter 'non-standard…
BRUKL Report - Energy Consumption
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Environment:
N/A
Area:
Part L
Subarea:
N/A
Overview
The BRUKL Compliance and Energy reports from the Part L program contain…
Unable to Generate EPC
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Area:
Part L
Subarea:
SBEM Error Guidance
Overview
The EPC tab in your PartL menu may appear greyed out or inactive.
Method
…
BRUKL Report - District heating is displayed, none selected
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Area:
Part L
Overview
District Heating results may be present in the Project building service section of your BRUKL report.
Method
If District…
Solar Collectors
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Environment:
N/A
Area:
Part L
Subarea:
N/A
Overview
To include Solar Collectors in your Part L calculation you will need…
Infiltration air permeability
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Area:
Part L
Overview
If Criterion 2 of the Compliance report is showing a different overall air permeability figure to the one you believe you…
Window Shading and Blinds in PartL
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Environment:
N/A
Area:
Part L
Subarea:
N/A
Overview
The PartL calculation utilises a number of methods for considering…
CHP will not connect to an HWS sysytem
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Environment:
N/A
Area:
Part L
Subarea:
N/A
Overview
CHP cannot be directly and solely connected to HWS.
Method
At…
Cannot select Display Lighting
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Environment:
N/A
Area:
Part L
Subarea:
N/A
Overview
In some instances, efficient display lighting cannot be selected as…
Calculating hot water demand
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Environment:
N/A
Area:
Part L
Subarea:
N/A
Overview
Hot water demand in your PartL project is calculated through the NCM…
Project Name
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Environment:
N/A
Area:
Part L
Subarea:
N/A
Overview
A project name will be displayed at the top of all Compliance documentation…
Auxiliary Energy explained
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Area:
Part L
Overview
The 'Energy Consumption by End Use' section of a Compliance Report can be a useful tool in pinpointing the reasons for a…
An important note on the PartL calculation
Product(s):
OpenBuildings Energy Simulator
Version(s):
CONNECT Edition
Environment:
N/A
Area:
Part L
Subarea:
N/A
Overview
It should be noted that the OpenBuildings PartL program does not actually…
Part L Building Regulations
Part L of the Building Regulations - EPC Production and Compliance articles.