Space Heating and Cooling Specifications as Outlined in VDI 6030

New VDI 6030 Guideline Announced: Holistic Approach to Space Heating and Cooling Systems

The VDI Society for Building and Building Technology (GBG) has announced the publication of a revised guideline, VDI 6030 Part 1, for planning and sizing of space heating and cooling surfaces. The new version, released in December 2021, aims to provide a comprehensive and efficient solution for diverse requirements in both residential and non-residential buildings.

The first part of the VDI 6030 series, titled "Planning and Sizing of Space Heating and Cooling Surfaces - Fundamentals", is now applicable to a wider range of systems. This includes thermally active handover systems with integrated heat or cold generation, as well as those with directly electric operation. The guideline is not solely focused on room heating bodies, as was the case in the initial version from 2002.

The authors of the latest edition hail from prestigious organisations such as the HTWK Leipzig and the TU Bergakademie Freiberg. The guideline series VDI 6030 consists of four parts, with the first part available for purchase for 153.50 euros from DIN Media.

The new VDI 6030 Part 1 adopts a holistic approach, combining room planning with optimal conditions for handover systems. The aim is to minimise potential future obstacles and efficiently meet diverse requirements. The first part of the series focuses on design principles and fundamentals of the systematics of designing a utility handover.

The guideline is applicable to free and integrated systems, excluding individual fireplaces. It was developed to be applicable to a broad range of buildings, making it a valuable resource for architects, engineers, and building professionals seeking to design energy-efficient and effective space heating and cooling systems.