Modern construction, glazing and insulation materials offer significant potential cost-savings both during construction, and for tenants after occupancy.
However, this increased complexity means that determining the correct materials and optimum HVAC specifications requires sophisticated modelling and simulations.
A SANS 10400-XA assessment is a requirement for any new-build or renovation project where building plans must be submitted. The results must be approved by the local council before construction begins.
The intricacy of modern building designs and the properties of new materials mean that manual calculations are no longer feasible for large, complex construction projects that employ advanced materials.
Instead, we use our knowledge of energy management to create advanced 3D energy models that calculate the heat load requirements for your building – and ensure that your project can achieve cost-effective SANS compliance.
QMSA can meet all your SANS 10400-XA assessment needs as part of our comprehensive service offering.
Cost-savings through avoiding over-specification of HVAC plant
Reductions in first cost and running costs
Accurate payback term calculations for HVAC plant investment
Applicable to new-build and renovation projects Enables optimum choice of materials
More accurate energy usage solutions
Contributes to energy-efficient building design
Streamlined building certification
Full regulatory compliance
Each SANS 10400-XA assessment consists of two simulations: a model “reference building”, and a model of the actual building. The actual building must always out-perform the reference building, as well as meeting the applicable SANS standards for a building of its type, size, and climatic zone.
We then generate a comprehensive SANS 10400-XA Assessment report for submission to the relevant local council so that your project can obtain the necessary construction or renovation permissions.