published: 1/5/2007
1 May 2007: New release of iSBEM_v2.0.b
An updated release of the Part L calculation software SBEM has today been made available for designers wishing to demonstrate compliance for buildings other than dwellings.
The development team at BRE has been responding to feedback from the market on the previous release in October and has incorporated a number of improvements to the calculation itself and to the way in which data is entered. The new software package, available for download from www.ncm.bre.co.uk, comprises version v2.0.b of the calculation tool SBEM and of the interface iSBEM, together with an updated User Guide and supporting databases.
The improvements have been identified as a result of experience from those using the tool in practice on a wide range of building types, and from those attending training sessions. They include compliance with Northern Ireland Part F building regulations and Scottish Section 6, a new form "building navigation" that makes easier checking building models in iSBEM, wider range of HVAC systems, modifications to some of the underlying databases and correction of identified bugs.
The team is very grateful for the feedback from the industry and will continue to respond to comments and questions via the website.
