We have created a module within our SAP software which uses the sap calculation engine with a simplified user interface and specific reports to demonstrate the system performance before and after the installation of the microgeneration equipment. The primary components of the software are as follows:
Project List
To create a new microgeneration project choose the microgen option from the sap projects menu this will display the project list. Three example projects are included and these can be duplicated and reused. These also serve as a useful guide when starting out with the software.
Project details
Capture the key details of the project. The new module is designed to make data entry as simple as possible for example when creating a new project the software automatically generates many of the default sap data entry items. use the project details entry page toselect the project type for heat pump solar wateror photovoltaic.
Construction type
By selecting the building type, for example a semi-detached house or flat the software generates the default entries for the construction. You need to simply edit the project by entering the dwelling dimensions and living area fraction.
Windows and Doors
The project is automatically includes window details. Simply update the window dimensions and select the window type to generate the U value to be using the calculation. You can select from the default Windows from the sap specification or manufactures data.
Existing heating system
The primary heating section is ependent upon the fuel used in the dwelling. Selecting the fuel for the project creates default settings for primary heating. Update the boiler to match the existing primary heating system and select the correct water heating method.
Heat pump project
Where the installation is a heat pump an additional primary heating section is included for the project. Enter the heat pump system details and these are used in the second calculation which compares the heat pump system with the original primary heating system.
Solar water heating
For a solar water heating installation primary heating module includes the additional elements for solar water heating. Enter the details for the solar system and this will update water heating calculation within the sap specification.
Solar photovoltaic
For a solar photovoltaic project an additional page is included for the installer to enter the details of the PV system. The energy saved by PV is deducted from the calculation for the existing building. All custom reports include the relevant disclaimers from the MCS scheme.
Micro-wind turbine
For micro wind turbine projects enter the details of the turbine and when taken into consideration with the location of Building and its environment the energy saved is deducted from the calculation of the existing building.
Customer reports
The reports page generates three reports. An estimate for the energy performance of the existing building. An estimate of the energy performance including the MCS installation and lastly a compliance checklist which includes a comparison of the before and after results of the microgeneration equipment.
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