Download SBEM Software
Optional Extra Information for iSBEM |
| iSBEM User Manual ROI | Republic of Ireland volume iSBEM User Manual |
| NCM Databases | Latest updated version of the Databases for Constructions, Glazing systems and Activities used in SBEM and other accredited tools. These databases are not required to run the tool, but are made available for information. |
| Data Collection Spreadsheet | An example of the data collection spreadsheet which can be used as a template to collect data for a building before entering it to the iSBEM. |
| NEAP Modelling Guide and SBEM Technical Manual | The SBEM Technical Manual provides details on Non Domestic Energy Assessment procedure. |
How to install iSBEM on your computer:
You need to have Microsoft Access installed on your computer. Both the “full version” and the "front end" of Microsoft Access are suitable to run the tool. Please note the software will not work on Windows 98.
Save the iSBEM_v3.5.b.exe to a folder of your choice on your hard drive (do not open the file at this point)
- Once the download has completed:
a. Double-click iSBEM_v3.5.b.exe to initiate the self-extracting process.
b. Select “Run”
c. Select “Unzip”
d. This will automatically install the application to a new folder in your hard drive (by default: C:\NCM). You may change the installation path if you wish. - For Office 2002/2003 Users - To run the tool from windows explorer:
a. Double-click
C:\NCM\iSBEM_v3.5.b.mdb (If the default installation path was not changed) OR
b. selected_path\iSBEM_v3.5.b.mdb (if you changed the installation path) - For Office 2007 Users - To run the tool from windows explorer:
a. Double-click
C:\NCM\iSBEM_v3.5.a.accdb (If the default installation path was not changed) OR
b. selected_path\iSBEM_v3.5.b.accdb (if you changed the installation path)
Important notice for all users of previous versions of iSBEM:
Please note - There is a conversion tool included within version v3.5.b This tool is an Access database called nct_convert_v3.5.b.mdb
If you wish to open previous NCT files created with any previous version, please double-click in nct_convert_v3.5.b.mdb and fill the information required in the form to get a new NCT file compatible with iSBEM_v3.5.b
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