[Equest-users] Heat transfer between shells and zones

[PKConsulting]

Daniel - it would be helpful if you would upload your .pd2 and your .inp file for review.   Otherwise it can be a vague issue and a vague question to help solve your problem...

Pasha
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> On Jul 22, 2014, at 3:18 PM, Daniel Calero <danrc28 at gmail.com> wrote:
> 
> Hey everyone,
> 
> I am modeling a low energy building with insulated partition walls and floors. I've created separate shells for each floor, with two zones per floor. Between shells all walls and floors are interior with a "standard" surface type. My space heating use however is 4.5 higher than what it should be. I have checked areas and thermal resistances, which all seem ok.
> 
> My question is how does heat transfer differ between shells and zones. Should I have created a building with one shell and multiple zones instead? 
> 
> Thanks,
> Dan
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