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MEP Quick Calcs

The same formulas behind MEP Design Platform, free to use for a quick indicative mechanical & plumbing design check.

Please note: all calculations follow relevant CIBSE / IHVE / Building Regulations methodology, but are provided for indicative purposes only. Always have a qualified engineer verify figures before use on a live project — this tool is not a substitute for a full design check.
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Cold Water Storage

Storage volume and Legionella turnover check, using the CIBSE/IHVE Plumbing Engineering Services Design Guide method.

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Hot Water Storage

Quick sizing for hot water storage vessels against demand.

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Pipe / Duct Sizing

Velocity and pressure-drop-checked pipe and duct sizing for a given flow rate.

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Condensation Checks

Pipe insulation, duct insulation and room surface condensation risk, against ambient conditions.

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Summer Overheating Quick Check

Indicative overheating risk score for a room, in the spirit of CIBSE TM59 / Part O — glazing, orientation, shading, fabric, ventilation and gains.

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TM52 Overheating Assessment (Advanced)

Runs the real CIBSE TM52 adaptive-comfort formulas against actual hourly weather data — upload your own EPW/DSY file, or use an illustrative representative UK region profile. Screening-grade, not a substitute for full dynamic simulation software.

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Live Weather Lookup

Search any town or city for current conditions and a 3-day forecast — handy for planning site visits, surveys and installs.

Same formulas as MEP Design Platform

Free to use, no sign-up needed — opens in a new tab.

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