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Building Information Modeling (BIM) at new build and building stock

Digitalisation, data exchange and enhanced workflows are the major topics of the 21st century.

The Hottgenroth group offers modular, BIM compliant software solutions starting with the creation of digital twin of the building with HottScan and HottCAD. This data can be transferred to software modules for HVAC planing, refurnishment and optimization with TGA Heating, Building Simulation and Optimus. The uniform data model ensures the data exchange between all software applications . Additional information can be conveniently added on the fly.
 

The core of the Hottgenroth/ETU software product strategy lies a common data model. The model allows intelligent data interchange between all program modules. The collected data can be used multiple times for numerous applications.

All building data is stored in one complete and coherent model:

• Building geometry
• Building fabric and U-values
• Components/products (e.g. HVAC equipment)
• Layout of pipework and ducts
• Usage profiles
• Climate data

Depending on which program you want to use, the central program manager will load the appropriate data. For example, an energy performance certificate (EPC) requires different data from a heat-loss or a cooling load calculation, and Dynamic Building Simulation relies strongly on room volumes, detailed climate data and usage profiles. Internal or external dimensions are used as required by the particular calculation.
You can enter your building dimensions and areas manually, via import interfaces (for example DWG or DXF drawings or PDF & JPG floor plans)  import 3D scans captured by HottScan or  through the integrated 3D drawing tool HottCAD. The immediate visual feedback of the graphic data prevents input errors, this is especially useful for large and/or complex buildings.