Integrated Environmental Solutions - Building Performance Simulation Software

Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES) is the developer of the world's first commercially available software system for integrated building performance analysis - the IES <Virtual Environment>.

The <Virtual Environment> (<VE>) is a unique software system of integrated building performance analysis tools for use by architects, engineers, planners and facilities managers. It operates from a single building model, bringing together all the design strands you need in one unified system. It's easy to transfer data from one application to another using one clear interface. There's no tedious repetition of data input and minimum fuss when you need to make changes.

IES <VE> results in faster, more efficient building design.

INTEGRATED BUILDING PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS TOOLS

The IES <VE> is a sophisticated suite of integrated software tools that enables architects, engineers, planners and facilities managers to understand how a building will perform and operate throughout its life-cycle, even at the earliest stages of the design process. Different design scenarios can be compared, and design consequences can be tested at the touch of a button, maximising design quality and innovation whilst minimising the impact a building has on the environment.

The IES <VE> provides the information needed to make the best design decisions, taking the user beyond the capabilities of current CAD systems and into consequential design, while also offering significant time and cost savings. The IES <VE> can look at a wide range of issues including:

• Carbon emissions
• Daylight simulations
• Rights to light
• Thermal and natural ventilation simulation
• HVAC and controls design
• Heat loss and gain calculations
• Solar analysis
• Airflow analysis
• Value management and engineering
• Environmental pollution analysis
• Cost plan and life-cycle analysis
• 2006 Part L building regulations compliance
• Electric lighting design and simulation
• Lift simulation
• Evacuation simulation

Bringing productivity and excellence to every aspect of building design, the IES <VE> is fast becoming the de facto standard within the construction industry, with many companies, such as White Young Green, Arup, Mott MacDonald, WSP, BDP, Gifford and Partners, Buro Happold, Halcrow Group, Faber Maunsell and DSSR using the software.

TESTING COMPLIANCE WITH UK BUILDING REGULATIONS

IES has recently launched its <VE Compliance> module for testing compliance with UK building regulations, including the new 2006 Part L. Approved by the DCLG, it provides a practical, professional and realistic approach to achieving compliance through the full range of routes, including accredited simulation software, SBEM and SAP2005.

CONSULTANCY SERVICES ON COMMERCIAL PRODUCTS

IES Consultancy, with its team of highly skilled modellers, has successfully delivered consultancy services on commercial projects for over a decade. As well as consultancy, IES Consulting also offers training and support services to customers using the IES <VE>, making sure that the most is made of their investment by facilitating effective use of the software.

It is this combination of software, consultancy and support skills that puts IES Consulting is in a unique position to provide clients and users with the skills and knowledge required to effectively tackle the energy, environmental and safety design challenges they face today.