VE 2018 is released
Posted: Wed Jun 13, 2018 9:34 am
VE 2018 is now available to download from the download centre on our website.
All users should download and run the ve2018-000setup.exe (1845.3MB) installer. This will install VE 2018 and update IES VE Standard Data and Weather Files.
New features summary
• Faster Simulation Speed - ApacheSim is now up to 85% faster using the new parallel simulation mode (For a free 30 day trial contact your sales representative or email a request for it to keys@iesve.com with your PIN number).
• Improved BIM Import Functionality - Steps to import modelling data into the VE have been simplified and enhanced in response to industry needs and customer feedback. Users can now also export modelling data.
• VE Start-up Interface - The new VE start-up interface offers a quick start approach and quicker access to IES content.
• UK Compliance Criterion 3 Visualisation - Automatic visualisation of compliance for Criterion 3 saves time with quick, visual, automatic feedback.
• Daylighting Visualisation - All RadianceIES results data that can be shown on a working plane within the ModelViewer.
• Enhanced VRF Modelling - Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system modeling compatible, integrated, and consistent with detailed HVAC modeling in ApacheHVAC.
• Enhanced DHW Modelling - New explicit modeling of Domestic Hot Water (DHW) within ApacheHVAC when using the ApacheHVAC Methodology.
• VistaPro Enhancements - The various enhancements for VistaPro improve overall efficiency when reviewing and anaylsing results. Most enhancements are based on direct requests from VE users.
• RadianceIES Enhancements - To enhance the workflow we have improved the RadianceIES interface and added new output options
• ModelIT Enhancements - The ModelIT enhancements will improve workflow and productivity for users.
Additional Features Include
• ModelIT Enhancements - New options for renewables
• New Shading Control enhancements - Can now control realistic positioning of blinds
• Scripted Profiles - Greatly expanded potential for control
• ApacheFormat Painter - Easy copy & paste of room data
Further information can be found on our New Features & Enhancements page.
All users should download and run the ve2018-000setup.exe (1845.3MB) installer. This will install VE 2018 and update IES VE Standard Data and Weather Files.
New features summary
• Faster Simulation Speed - ApacheSim is now up to 85% faster using the new parallel simulation mode (For a free 30 day trial contact your sales representative or email a request for it to keys@iesve.com with your PIN number).
• Improved BIM Import Functionality - Steps to import modelling data into the VE have been simplified and enhanced in response to industry needs and customer feedback. Users can now also export modelling data.
• VE Start-up Interface - The new VE start-up interface offers a quick start approach and quicker access to IES content.
• UK Compliance Criterion 3 Visualisation - Automatic visualisation of compliance for Criterion 3 saves time with quick, visual, automatic feedback.
• Daylighting Visualisation - All RadianceIES results data that can be shown on a working plane within the ModelViewer.
• Enhanced VRF Modelling - Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) system modeling compatible, integrated, and consistent with detailed HVAC modeling in ApacheHVAC.
• Enhanced DHW Modelling - New explicit modeling of Domestic Hot Water (DHW) within ApacheHVAC when using the ApacheHVAC Methodology.
• VistaPro Enhancements - The various enhancements for VistaPro improve overall efficiency when reviewing and anaylsing results. Most enhancements are based on direct requests from VE users.
• RadianceIES Enhancements - To enhance the workflow we have improved the RadianceIES interface and added new output options
• ModelIT Enhancements - The ModelIT enhancements will improve workflow and productivity for users.
Additional Features Include
• ModelIT Enhancements - New options for renewables
• New Shading Control enhancements - Can now control realistic positioning of blinds
• Scripted Profiles - Greatly expanded potential for control
• ApacheFormat Painter - Easy copy & paste of room data
Further information can be found on our New Features & Enhancements page.