When a multi-story Revit model, based on mass or building elements, is exported to Autodesk Insight, a basic elevator load is included automatically. Read on to learn more...
To see this is the case, you can Export a gbXML file from within Insight as follows. FYI: This also allows you to export raw DOE2 and EnergyPlus files.
Using an XML viewer, notice the ExtEquip electric load and "2 typical elevators" label. This section will not exist for single story buildings.
Within Insight, the added load can be recognized in the Plug Load Efficiency tile. If you open Green Building Studio (GBS) you can also see this in the monthly electricity chart as Ext Usage (see image below). This section is not present in a single story building.
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To see this is the case, you can Export a gbXML file from within Insight as follows. FYI: This also allows you to export raw DOE2 and EnergyPlus files.
Within Insight, the added load can be recognized in the Plug Load Efficiency tile. If you open Green Building Studio (GBS) you can also see this in the monthly electricity chart as Ext Usage (see image below). This section is not present in a single story building.
File this under good-to-know!
For BIM Chapters updates, follow @DanStine_MN on Twitter