Building Compliance
Vision Energy will work with you on your commercial project from design stage all the way through to completion. We strive to ensure that all assessments are completed to achieve compliance as well as providing cost-effective and feasible solutions to ensure the smooth delivery of your project.
SBEM Calculations (Simplified Building Energy Model) are calculations carried out on any new build, extended or refurbished commercial property over 50m², reviewing and/or specifying the building fabric, heating, hot water, cooling, ventilation and lighting. Compliance is displayed through a BRUKL report. The calculations produce a BER and TER for the property.
If you are looking to ensure compliance with your SBEM Calculations, a few elements can be designed or implemented to make achieving compliance to Building Regulations Part L much easier,
Thermal Insulation
SBEM Calculations assess the thermal performance of all floor, wall, roof and glazing. designing high performing elements or ensuring your architect is doing the same.
Heating & Cooling efficiencies
Heating & cooling efficiencies are a big part of SBEM Calculations, therefore the selection of type and efficiency of the systems for your development can be crucial for compliance. For example Air source heat pumps can achieve efficiencies of >300% and therefore can make a great impact on your SBEM Calculations & BRUKL Report.
Lighting
Well designed lighting systems is another key element in your SBEM Calculations and one that can be sometimes overlooked. designing your lighting efficiently can assist in ensuring compliance.