DSM (Dynamic Simulation Method) modelling
Part L2A Compliance check - Conservation of fuel and power
DSM (Dynamic Simulation Method) modelling is a method of producing Part L compliance documents and EPC ratings which can offer significant benefits over the more simple SBEM method. The DSM route provides added project value through more cost effective Part L compliance, EPC asset ratings and BREEAM certification for commercial buildings.
- Achieve part L compliance more easily with reduced project costs, with reduced need for expensive renewables
- Enhance Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) asset ratings
- Achieve cost effective BREEAM certification
- Account for natural ventilation strategies, solar shading and high thermal mass structures in the compliance check.
- Produce detailed information for cost engineering exercises.
The more complex methodology can offer significant reductions in the calculated ‘Building Emission Rate’ through more sophisticated modelling software and methods. This can reduce the requirement for costly building fabric, mechanical and electrical services, and renewable systems.
Buildings utilising passive and active natural ventilation strategies, solar control devices and high thermal mass designs can benefit from DSM modelling in achieving Part L compliance and EPC asset rating targets.
Once a geometric model has been constructed, further assessments can be carried out using the same model, including thermal comfort and natural lighting assessments for the purposes of BREEAM credits, 3D visuals and animations. Furthermore, geometrical data from Skecthup and Revit software can also be utilised, avoiding the need and cost of re-generating this information. Using this method, working along side architects, we can rapidly investigate the viability of various design proposals.
