Published on 04 July 2024
DesignBuilder_SBEM_Training_Exercises.pdf
The DesignBuilder Training Exercises document includes a set of sample exercises that can used as part of your DesignBuilder learning process. They can be especially useful when preparing for a DesignBuilder SBEM exam.
DesignBuilder_SBEM_Manual_v7.2.pdf
Published on 14 July 2023
DesignBuilder DSM Manual v7.2.0.pdf
Published on 16 January 2023
DesignBuilder DSM Manual v7.1.4.pdf
Published on 12 January 2023
DesignBuilder SBEM Manual v7.1.4.pdf
Published on 05 December 2022
DesignBuilder_v7.1.3_(SBEM6.1.d)_Supplementary_Notes.pdf
Published on 15 August 2022
DesignBuilderv7.1(SBEM6.1.c)SupplementaryNotesv3.pdf
ASHRAE 140 2020 Test Results For DesignBuilder v7.0.2.004.zip
ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 140-2020 (aka BESTEST) validation test results for DesignBuilder v7.0 with EnergyPlus v9.4. Sections covered:
Published on 07 September 2021
DesignBuilder_v7_Documentation_A4.pdf
DesignBuilder_v7_Documentation_Letter.pdf
Published on 02 March 2021
S63DownloadPackage(6.1.8)v1.1.zip
Published on 02 February 2021
ASHRAE 140 2017 Test Results For DesignBuilder V6.1.zip
ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 140-2017 (aka BESTEST) validation test results for DesignBuilder v6.1 with EnergyPlus v8.9. Sections covered:
Published on 10 December 2019
DesignBuilder_v6_Documentation_A4.pdf
DesignBuilder_v6_Documentation_Letter.pdf
Published on 19 February 2019
DesignBuilder SBEM Manual v6.1.8 Revison 2.pdf
DesignBuilder SBEM Manual describes the combination of the DesignBuilder graphical interface and the Simplified Building Energy Model (SBEM) that can be used for producing Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and BRUKL reports for showing compliance with Part L2 of the Building Regulations.
Published on 15 February 2019
DesignBuilder DSM Manual v6.1.8.pdf
The DesignBuilder DSM Manual describes the combination of the DesignBuilder graphical interface and the Dynamic Simulation Model (DSM) that can be used for producing Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) and BRUKL reports for showing compliance with Part L2 of the Building Regulations.
Published on 22 January 2019
ASHRAE 140 2017 Test Results For DesignBuilder V5.5.zip
ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 140-2017 validation test results for DesignBuilder v5.5 with EnergyPlus v8.6. Sections covered:
Published on 20 July 2018
DesignBuilderLoadsCalculationComplianceASHRAE183_v6.pdf
This document describes DesignBuilder v6 compliance with ANSI/ASHRAE/ACCA Standard 183-2007, Peak Cooling and Heating Load Calculations in Buildings Except Low-Rise Residential Buildings
Published on 29 May 2018
DesignBuilderDSMManual_v5.4.0.021.pdf
Published on 28 May 2018
DesignBuilderSBEMManualDB_v5.4.0.021.pdf
Published on 04 May 2017
DesignBuilder_v5.0_ASHRAE140-2014.zip
ANSI/ASHRAE Standard 140-2014 validation test results for DesignBuilder v5.0 with EnergyPlus v8.5. Sections covered:
Published on 01 November 2016
designbuilder-printable-documentation-v5.0-a4-pages.pdf
Please bear in mind that there are over 1200 pages before you decide to print this!
Published on 14 July 2015
designbuilder-printable-documentation-v5.0-letter-pages.pdf
Please bear in mind that there are over 1300 pages before you decide to print this!
Published on 11 January 2015
ISO_13790_ EN 15265_Report.pdf
Report on EN ISO 13790 Standard (2008) Tests for the calculation of energy use for space heating and cooling
Published on 23 January 2014
DesignBuilderSBEMManual-v4.1-Jan-2014.pdf
Published on 03 February 2011
DesignBuilderCFDValidationVsPhoenics.pdf
Inter-model validation report comparing DesignBuilder CFD with the general purpose Pheonics CFD software. Report prepared by Northumbria University.
Published on 17 October 2010
3TC-Parameter-Identification-Report.pdf
A report detailing some further development of the 3TC (3 Time Constant) simulation method used in DBSIm
3TC-BSERT-Paper.pdf
The algorithms behind the 3TC (3 Time Constant) lumped parameter simulation method used in DBSIm are described in detail.