1.3. Mode of workingUsing the circuit diagram, the <strong>programme</strong> automatically calculates the cross-sections of eachsection, <strong>and</strong> draws all the ducts <strong>and</strong> components of the circuit. It is possible to continue with theconstruction of the circuit from any point on it. The system allows you to install inlets/ outlets atboth ends of the circuit <strong>and</strong> at intermediate points along it. It is possible to create multiple <strong>circuits</strong>in the same drawing file, <strong>and</strong> work on any one of them.1.4 ReportsOnce the calculation <strong>and</strong> design of the circuit have been completed, the <strong>programme</strong> prepares areport which includes a list of all the components of the circuit, giving the make or br<strong>and</strong>,amount, material, thickness, number of inlets/ outlets, technical data, etcCONDUCTOS 3DThis application is used to display ducts in 3 dimensions from inside the AUTOCAD <strong>programme</strong>(any version 14, 2000 or 2002). It also provides reports on measurements <strong>and</strong> several tools <strong>for</strong>resolving problems involving junctions in the space.2.1 The solution <strong>for</strong> designing <strong>and</strong> <strong>calculating</strong> air conditioning <strong>and</strong> <strong>ventilation</strong> <strong>circuits</strong>.As a reference, the user can use the floor plan of the premises associated with the installation aswell as a simplified 2D diagram showing the general shape of the complete circuit. Based on thefloor plan, the <strong>programme</strong> can automatically put the corresponding partition walls in place,allowing the user to set the heights of the framework <strong>and</strong>/or false ceiling. The designer can addpartition walls, pillars, false ceiling <strong>and</strong> obstacles (beams, pipes) which will be taken into accountduring the design work <strong>for</strong> the circuit.2.2 Types of ducts <strong>and</strong> accessoriesThe <strong>programme</strong> includes three basic types of ducts:• Rectangular cross-section• Circular cross-section• Oval cross-sectionIn order to make changes in the direction of the circuit <strong>and</strong> provide solutions to problems ofcrossings <strong>and</strong> junctions, components such as elbows, bypasses <strong>and</strong> branchings (T-pieces) areinserted. The designer can complete the <strong>circuits</strong> by inserting diffusers, grilles <strong>and</strong> otheraccessories.2.3. Mode of workingThe <strong>programme</strong> includes three different work modes:• Manual: The user chooses each of the components or ducts <strong>and</strong> arranges them sequentiallyone after the other.• Assisted: The designer chooses the first component of the circuit <strong>and</strong> its position in space.The items that will occupy key positions - the crossings, bypasses, changes in cross-section,etc. - are then put in place. Finally, the <strong>programme</strong> automatically completes the design byinserting all necessary intermediate ducts, <strong>and</strong> bridges any difference in height betweencomponents to be joined.• Automatic: Once two components <strong>and</strong> their positions in space have been defined, the<strong>programme</strong> inserts the intermediate ducts required to join them together. When a duct orcomponent in the circuit is chosen, the <strong>programme</strong> displays a graphical window giving thecomponent's geometric shape <strong>and</strong> dimensions. The user can set the desired values or acceptthe default values. It is also possible to change the direction of the outlet or outlets. Where thereare bypasses or other changes in direction, options are presented (two elbows, an elbow <strong>and</strong> ahorizontal section, three components) which, by combining them according to the type, numberof elbows <strong>and</strong> sizes, provide multiple solutions. At the start of the work session, the user can setseveral parameters in order to avoid having to enter them repeatedly (thicknesses, length ofstraight sections, types of flanges/lips, etc). Help tables are included to make it easier <strong>for</strong> thedesigner to select st<strong>and</strong>ardized sizes.
2.4 ReportsOnce the calculation <strong>and</strong> design of the circuit have been completed, the <strong>programme</strong>automatically generates reports to be used in preparing tenders <strong>and</strong> manufacturing tasks:Exploded views of each component (amount <strong>and</strong> dimensions), List of materials (type ofcomponents, amount, thickness, length, etc.)2.5 Usage features• Integrated with AutoCAD• Easy <strong>and</strong> quick to use.• Suitable <strong>for</strong> use both at the tender stage <strong>and</strong> during construction.• In<strong>for</strong>mation output can be customised by using ACCESS2.6 Design features• 2D/3D Design <strong>and</strong> calculations• Circuits using rectangular, circular <strong>and</strong> oval cross-sections• UNE/DIN st<strong>and</strong>ardized components <strong>and</strong> dimensions/sizes• Architectural utilities, to facilitate construction• Option of maximum cross-section height• Can be customised with new or additional types of components <strong>and</strong> accessories.• Suitable <strong>for</strong> different work modes (manual, assisted, automatic)• Automatically gets round obstacles (beams, pipes, etc.)• Automatically provides intelligent connections in 3D• Provides multiple solutions <strong>for</strong> the same component (elbows, bypasses <strong>and</strong> branchings (Tpieces))2.7 Technical characteristics• Full reports <strong>for</strong> assembly <strong>and</strong> manufacture.• Wide field of application• Change to equivalent sections/cross-sections• Fully integrated with <strong>programme</strong>s that carry out component development, nesting <strong>and</strong> cutting• The components include all types of junctions, joints <strong>and</strong> flanges/lips