Adtek Accuload -
Adtek AccuLoad is a professional software suite designed specifically for HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) contractors to perform residential heating and cooling load calculations. It is ACCA Manual J approved, ensuring that technicians can accurately size equipment for a home based on national standards. Key Features and Capabilities
The software is built to streamline the design process for HVAC professionals, offering tools that save time in the field:
Manual J Load Calculations: Performs detailed block (whole-house) or room-by-room load calculations in minutes.
Easy Interface: Features a "point & click" design with drag-and-drop functionality for adding walls, windows, and doors, which is particularly optimized for tablet PCs used during on-site sales calls. adtek accuload
AccuCheck: A built-in diagnostic tool that monitors for input errors to ensure the accuracy of the final calculation.
Manual S Integration: Includes equipment selection features to help contractors choose the right furnace or air conditioner for the calculated load.
Reporting: Generates professional reports that can be used for building permits or shared with customers to explain system recommendations. AccuLoad Mobile Adtek AccuLoad is a professional software suite designed
For users who need access across multiple devices, AccuLoad Mobile is a web-based version that offers similar functionality to the Windows software. It allows users on iPads, Android tablets, or laptops to save their work to the cloud and access it from any location with internet access. Related Software
Adtek often bundles AccuLoad with other specialized tools to cover the full HVAC design cycle:
AccuDuct: An ACCA Manual D residential duct design program that can import loads directly from AccuLoad to size supply and return trunks. The Main Enclosure: Typically NEMA 4X (watertight) or
Energy Analyzer: A tool used to compare different equipment options and demonstrate potential energy savings to homeowners. AccuLoad - Whole House Load Calculation
Hardware Components
- The Main Enclosure: Typically NEMA 4X (watertight) or NEMA 7 (explosion-proof) depending on the installation. It houses the CPU board, power supply, and termination cards.
- Front Panel Operator Interface (OI): A membrane keypad with tactile feedback, rated for millions of presses. It includes numeric keys, function keys (Start, Stop, Preset, Total), and a 4-line x 20-character vacuum fluorescent display (VFD) or LCD.
- Remote Displays: Large 2-inch or 4-inch digit displays that hang above the loading bay for truck drivers to see from their cab.
- Printer Port: A RS-232 port dedicated to a receipt printer (e.g., Epson or Ithaca) to produce custody transfer tickets automatically.
The "No Flow" Alarm
Symptom: Operator hits start, the valve opens, but the AccuLoad alarms instantly and shuts down. Cause: The flow meter is not sending pulses. This could be a broken meter rotor, a disconnected pulse pickoff, or incorrect wiring. Solution: Check the "Rate" display. If it is zero while the pump is running, disconnect the flow meter input and simulate pulses by tapping the wires with a battery. If the AccuLoad counts, the meter is dead.
Sample Data Transmitted:
- Start time / Stop time.
- Operator ID.
- Product Code.
- Gross Volume / Net Volume.
- Temperature / Pressure.
- Totalizer reading (pre and post load).
This allows managers to run reports, track inventory (gain/loss analysis), and bill customers automatically.
Specific Model Feedback
| Model | User Verdict | | :--- | :--- | | AccuLoad I (Single Batch) | "Perfect for simple chemical totes. Set it and forget it." | | AccuLoad II (Multi-Product) | "The standard for truck racks. Overkill for small skids, but bulletproof." | | AccuLoad III (Preset) | "The preset memory is glitchy. Save your config to an external device." |
Key Features of Adtek AccuLoad
- Advanced batching and loading control: Adtek AccuLoad offers precise control over batching and loading operations, ensuring accurate measurements and minimizing errors.
- Real-time monitoring and data management: The software provides real-time monitoring of loading and batching operations, enabling users to track progress, detect issues, and optimize processes.
- Integration with various systems: Adtek AccuLoad can integrate with existing systems, such as ERP, SCADA, and PLC systems, to provide seamless data exchange and workflow automation.
- Customizable and scalable: The software is highly customizable to meet specific industry and application requirements, and can scale to accommodate growing operations.