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<DIV><SPAN class=105131913-10012008><FONT face=Arial size=2>My company has used
Trace for many years with the main purpose to calculate loads.
Trace has continued to evolve. However, with the evolution the program has
become more and more detailed for input. Additionally, the time it
takes to calculate results alone can be extremely lengthy (5+ hours with full
year weather data). Now that the need for energy modeling especially
for LEED has dramatically increased, I am currently modeling several projects
using Trace. In talking with a few architects and even a third party
energy modeler, they are using eQuest. </FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV><SPAN class=105131913-10012008><FONT face=Arial size=2>I realize there is a
learning curve for energy modeling as well as new software. However, my
company is looking for an energy modeling program that allows for straight
forward input and reliable/accurate results.</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV><SPAN class=105131913-10012008><FONT face=Arial size=2>I have downloaded
eQuest and spent a few hours looking at the program and capabilities. At
first glance eQuest appears to not be as detailed in its
inputs.</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV><SPAN class=105131913-10012008><FONT face=Arial size=2>Does anyone have any
experience with Trace and eQuest? Pros vs Cons for energy
modeling?</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV><SPAN class=105131913-10012008><FONT face=Arial size=2>Thanks in
advance,</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV align=left>Sherie Hensley P.E., LEED AP</DIV>
<DIV align=left>Mechanical Engineer</DIV>
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