Also, standard DOE-2 reports are available including hourly reports on energy, temperatures and weather conditions with detailed tabular results. Whole house Manual J sizing reports are available for sizing heating and cooling equipment. Improvement analysis allows comparison of multiple individual runs to evaluate annual energy and economic performance. Graphic output of results are included. Fast, easy to use residential analysis tool that relies on detailed simulation.
Program has broad applications from code compliance to home energy ratings to buildings research.
As example, those interested only in home energy ratings or annual energy use can select appropriate annual energy summary reports, while utilities can select hourly reports to examine impact on peak electrical demand. Enhanced calculation of duct and infiltration losses as well as mechanical ventilation systems can be based on test results. Multi-zone calculations of attic, crawlspace, basement, garage and sunspace provide improved modeling for common residential analysis. Improvement analysis allows rapid comparison and economic cost-benefit analysis of various alternatives. Many standard reports and financial compliance forms provided.