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Description

LoopCAD stands out as the leading software for efficiently generating high-quality circuit layout designs specifically for radiant heating systems. The latest version, LoopCAD 2021, introduces a suite of sophisticated design capabilities such as built-in calculations for heating and cooling loads, comprehensive hydronic assessments, snowmelt design features, 3D CAD visualizations, and support for various original equipment manufacturer (OEM) design techniques and materials. Additionally, the MJ8 Edition now incorporates ACCA®-Approved Manual J® (8th Edition) calculations tailored for residential heating and cooling requirements. Renowned for its user-friendliness and power, LoopCAD is arguably the most effective tool available for radiant heating design. Users can swiftly create floorplan layouts utilizing a library of predefined elements like rooms, doors, and windows. Adjusting room dimensions is as simple as dragging the walls or corners, and the software allows for seamless integration of rooms to form intricate floor plans. Furthermore, the ability to quickly modify room shapes enables the design of highly complex layouts, while the inclusion of freehand drawing tools allows for even greater creative flexibility in crafting unique shapes. Overall, LoopCAD combines efficiency with advanced functionality, making it an invaluable resource for designers.

Description

The role of an energy manager can often be quite challenging and frustrating. Securing sufficient funding for energy efficiency initiatives is a significant hurdle, and even if funding is obtained, demonstrating the effective use of those funds can be quite complex. The key to showcasing your savings lies in providing clear evidence, but this task can prove to be much more difficult than it sounds. What happens if your supervisor lacks a background in energy management? Consider a scenario where this winter turns out to be the coldest in years and the upcoming summer is predicted to be the hottest. Such extreme weather conditions could cause a surge in energy consumption for heating and cooling your facilities. In this case, how can you accurately present your energy savings when the extra energy needed for temperature control might negate or even surpass the savings you've realized? Moreover, factors such as increased production rates, higher occupancy levels, expanded facility sizes, or variations in operational days could further obscure any noticeable savings you might have achieved. This ongoing struggle to quantify savings amidst fluctuating variables creates an ongoing dilemma for energy managers.

API Access

Has API No 

API Access

Has API No 

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Integrations

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Integrations

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Pricing Details

$595 one-time payment
Free Trial Yes 
Free Version No 

Pricing Details

$8,000 one-time payment
Free Trial No 
Free Version No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Deployment

Web-Based Yes 
On-Premises No 
iPhone App No 
iPad App No 
Android App No 
Windows No 
Mac No 
Linux No 
Chromebook No 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Customer Support

Business Hours Yes 
Live Rep (24/7) No 
Online Support Yes 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person No 

Types of Training

Training Docs Yes 
Webinars No 
Live Training (Online) No 
In Person Yes 

Vendor Details

Company Name

Avenir Software

Website

www.avenir-online.com

Vendor Details

Company Name

Abraxas Energy Consulting

Founded

2001

Country

United States

Website

www.abraxasenergy.com/software-products/metrix/

Product Features

CAD

2 1/2-Axis Milling No 
2D Drawing Yes 
3-Axis Milling No 
3D Modeling Yes 
4-Axis Milling No 
5-Axis Milling No 
Civil Yes 
Collaboration Yes 
Database Connectivity No 
Design Analysis Yes 
Design Export Yes 
Document Management Yes 
Electrical Yes 
Hole Making No 
Mechanical Yes 
Mechatronics Yes 
Presentation Tools Yes 
Simulate Cycles No 
Spiral Output No 
Structural Engineering No 
Toolpath Simulation No 
User Defined Cycles No 

Product Features

Energy Management

Benchmarking Yes 
Bill Audit No 
Bill Database No 
Bill Importing No 
Budgeting & Forecasting No 
Compliance Management No 
Contract Management No 
Cost / Use Reporting No 
Emissions Monitoring No 
Energy Price Analysis Yes 
Facility Scheduling No 
Greenhouse Gas Tracking No 
Load Control No 
Load Forecasting Yes 
Meter Tracking No 
Risk Management No 
Weather Normalization No 

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