Thermal Analysis
IN2 Engineering has vast experience in using Thermal Analysis to ensure passive design techniques are incorporated into building design. Thermal analysis enables us develop successful natural ventilation strategies by simulating predicted building performance against accurate, historical climatic data.
Thermal Analysis is a useful tool for advising on Building Form, Massing and Orientation, Solar Shading and Fenestration, Window/ Vent opening locations, (sizes and operation). Complex airflow and temperature differentials typical to Atria and Double- Skin Facade technology can be accurately predicted.
IN2 Engineering is a modern engineering consultancy dedicated to developing innovative and sustainable engineering solutions for a diverse client base.
IN2 Engineering has vast experience in using Thermal Analysis to ensure passive design techniques are incorporated into building design. Thermal analysis enables us develop successful natural ventilation strategies by simulating predicted building performance against accurate, historical climatic data.
Airflow analysis is used to verify detailed passive building design. Airflow analysis can be used in wide range of applications, ranging from assessing internal comfort for passive design, to analysing external pressures and airflow patterns around buildings (for pedestrian comfort). Results are presented in a clear graphical manner, using flow visualisation and animation.
Good daylighting design in buildings can result in significant energy savings, as well as improving the quality of the internal space. IN2 Engineering simulate daylighting for buildings both externally (typically at Masterplan stage) and internally, by predicting Daylight Factors.
IN2 Engineering offer a specialist Lighting Design service. Powerful Lighting Simulation tools, such as radiance, are used so that lighting concepts can be developed with the Architect and fine-tuned, long before the spaces are formed.
Assessing the impact of external lighting on new developments and their surrounding environment is of increasing importance to planners. Obtrusive Light (or "light pollution") guidelines identify limits of sky glow, light overspill to neighbouring properties and glare nuisance.
IN2 Engineering has vast experience in predicting building energy consumption and associated carbon emissions. This analysis accurately predict annual running costs for fuels, as well as identifying the most cost-effective energy savings measures.
IN2 Engineering are leaders in Sustainable design, which is reflected in our BREEAM accreditations for numerous building categories, including Bespoke, Offices, International and Healthcare. BREEAM is an internationally recognised way of measuring the sustainability performance of a Building.
IN2 Engineering has received RIAI accreditation for our CPD presentation on Part L and BER for non-Domestic buildings. These legislative changes mean that for the first time the energy of buildings is assessed for compliance.
IN2 Engineering have fully trained in-house thermographers for identifying problems in existing buildings. Building thermography can be used to recognise moisture in structures, risk of condensation, air leakage, structural delaminations, voids and buried services. By assessing the variations in the thermal properties of building structures, problems such as poorly fitted or missing sections of insulation can be identified; Highlighting where remedial works would be required to fix these "cold spots".
