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The most effective use of preloaded components is to have components
loaded that are used on every, or nearly every, project. The following are
examples of the types of components to consider for each discipline:
Mechanical
Projects with HVAC systems will require air terminals and
some type of distribution equipment. Consider loading an air terminal
family for each type of air system into your template. Even if the types
of air terminals used for the project end up being different from those in
the template, at least you will have something to start with for
preliminary design. The same is true for equipment. Load an equipment
family that you most commonly use.
Figure 2.33
shows an example of
components loaded into a template for HVAC systems. Load any duct
and pipe fittings that you will use to define pipe types or to be used in
special situations where the default needs to be replaced. You should
also set up the duct and pipe system families you will require.
Figure 2.33
Sample HVAC components in a template
Electrical
Projects with lighting, power, and communications systems
require fixtures and receptacles along with distribution equipment.
