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We are committed to providing straightforward, effective software for the construction industry; software which relieves you of the burden of calculation, allowing you more time for design. All our software is intuitive, easy to use, and comes with a comprehensive support package: it is designed to facilitate rapid calculations which allow you to assess immediately the effects of design changes upon the performance of a building.
+ Existing users of SAP 2005
As an existting user you can update to version 9.81 for only £85+VAT provided you do so before 31 May 2008. From the 1 June the full retail price of £350+VAT will apply.
07 April 2008
+ Energy Performance Certificates – accreditation via Stroma
We are pleased to announce we can now offer an alternative qualification and accreditation route for users of JPA Designer software who wish to be able to issue Energy Performance Certificates from 6th April 2008.
We have reached an agreement with Stroma, a well-known testing and accreditation company, which will enable would-be assessors to join Stroma's accreditation scheme and continue to use the familiar JPA Designer software to undertake SAP calculations and also to produce EPCs. Stroma's accreditation scheme for On-Construction domestic energy assessors has been approved by government.
Stroma offers accreditation by an APEL route for experienced assessors and full training for those who require it.
You can find further information on the EPC page on our web site. If you are interested in becoming an accredited assessor please email us, indicating which route you would want to follow.
28 March 2008
+ Energy Performance Certificates – accreditation via ECMK Ltd
JPA TL, in conjunction with ECMK, offers an accreditation route which will enable new and existing software users to issue EPCs for new dwellings from 6 April 2008.
ECMKs accreditation scheme has been approved by government and we are now accepting applications from experienced SAP assessors and from those without a background in energy assessment.
Experienced assessors can join via the APEL route (Accreditation of Prior Experiential Learning), which requires the submission of a portfolio of SAP calculations and supporting evidence of professional training and experience.
Those unable to offer a portfolio of SAP calculations will be able to train for the Diploma for On Construction Domestic Energy Assessors and then join the accreditation scheme. Training courses are running from April.
You can find further information on the EPC page on our web site. If you are interested in becoming an accredited assessor please email us, indicating which route you would want to follow.
10 March 2008
+ BRE approves SAP software for Scotland and Northern
Ireland
The latest version of the JPA Designer SAP 2005 module has been approved
by BRE for compliance with the new Building Regulations in Scotland and
Northern Ireland.
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about the packages available.
05 July 2007
+ SBEM software training
SBEM – The Simplified Building Energy Model – is a computer program devised by BRE (Buildings Research Establishment) to analyse the energy performance of a non-residential building. It forms part of the National Calculation Methodology and is used to demonstrate compliance with the following Building Regulations:
- Part L2 – England & Wales
- Part F – Northern Ireland
- Section 6 – Scotland
If you are new to SBEM or would like training on how to use this software, JPA | TL is offering training courses and familiarization sessions on your premises and at its Newcastle offices.
Training will cover—
- Take-off from drawings
- Understanding “the SBEM way of thinking”
- Data input
- Constructing the building model
- Factors affecting pass/fail of calculations
Under the Energy Performance of Buildings Directive, it will soon be compulsory to issue Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) for non-residential buildings in much the same way as required for dwellings. SBEM calculations will form part of the EPC assessment process for non-dwellings.
To book a session or for more information, call 0191 281 8393 or email software@techlit.co.uk.
PLEASE NOTE: JPA | TL does not offer accreditation for Competent Person status for SBEM; please visit http://www.brecertification.co.uk for this. You do not currently require certification to submit SBEM calculations to Building Control.
8 May 2007
+ Changes to Part L 2006
JPA Designer version 4.0 has been approved by BRE for use with Part L 2006 in England and Wales. The SAP 2005 module, which calculates carbon emissions and SAP ratings using SAP version 9.8, costs £215.00 + VAT per licence. There is more information on the SAP 2005 module on the Programs page. To find out more about changes in building regulations see our 2006 regulations briefing.
+ Payments via credit card
We now accept credit card payments for our software.
By ordering with a credit card you can avoid the delays and hassle of raising company cheques or issuing purchase orders and start using our software sooner. Call us with your credit card details before 4pm (Monday - Friday, UK time) and we will e-mail you the key codes for the software the same day. Alternatively, you can download our order form and fax your details to us.
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+ JPA Windlift now available
Wind loading calculation software for flat roofs.
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+ JPA Designer SAP module now includes revised Jersey SAP method.
+ New condensation risk method
Incorporated in JPA Designer Uvalue Professional module.
The 2002 edition of BS 5250 has introduced a new method of interstitial condensation risk analysis, replacing the method in Appendix D of BS 5250:1989 with that in BS EN ISO 13788:2002. Both methods are based upon the same underlying building physics principles they differ in their input data, the method of analysis and the presentation of results.
The following table summarises those differences:
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BS 5250: 1989 Appendix D |
BS EN ISO 13788 |
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Data for external environmental conditions must relate to the site of the building |
Uses generic external environmental conditions |
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Internal environmental conditions taken as either dry/moist or moist/wet, and defined in the standard. Conditions for five other occupancy types defined in BS 6229: 1982 |
Buildings are grouped into five occupancy types, each with a range of relative humidities |
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Internal environmental conditions are unaffected by external conditions |
Internal relative humidity is affected by temperature and external relative humidity |
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Condensation risk assessed over a 60 day period |
Condensation risk assessed for whole year |
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Results presented as total condensation for 60 period at each interface |
Results presented as total condensation at each interface for every month and as cumulative annual total, starting from first occurrence of condensation |
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Implementing the new method in JPA Designer
We have modified the JPA Designer so the Uvalue Professional module 2003 incorporates the BS EN ISO 13788 method, but with an option to use the BS 5250: 1989 allowing users to employ the old method for calculations on existing projects.
We have added a number of special features to simplify the process of calculation, including:
- automatic adjustment of internal conditions based on the selected building type and external conditions
- environmental data for twenty key locations within the UK: users can select the location nearest to the project site and the program will complete the environmental data table
Current users of JPA Designer Uvalue Professional can now upgrade to JPA Designer Uvalue Professional 2003 for £70.00 + VAT for each licensed copy. Users may, of course, continue to use the existing module, but should be aware their calculations will not be carried out to the current standard. |
