liNear Desktop

liNear Analyse
liNear Design 3D
liNear Building
liNear Quote

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TABLE OF CONTENT

PRODUCT PORTFOLIO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 liNear Design 3D Intuitive 3D Construction. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

The liNear Product Families . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Design 3D Pipe&Power 3D Plumbing and Plant Design . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
The liNear Program Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Design 3D Ventilation 3D Air Duct Construction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Supported CAD Systems. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Good Reasons for liNear Design 3D . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
CAD Independence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Building Information Modeling (BIM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 liNear Building Standardized Certificates and Dimensioning . . . 50
Standards. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Building Heating Heat Load Calculation and Radiator Dimensioning. . . . . 54
liNear Desktop The Drawing Tool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14 Building Cooling Dynamic Dynamic Cooling Load. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Building Task Task Planner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Desktop Heating Heating, Cooling & Gas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
Building AddOn Revit Interface. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Desktop Water Potable Water, Waste Water & Gas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Desktop Ventilation Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Good Reasons for liNear Building . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Desktop Electric Electric . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 liNear Quote Tendering and Awarding . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
Desktop AddOn Building Manager. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
Desktop AddOn Tools IFC Interface & Little Helpers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
Services Services Accompanying the Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
liNear CAD Browser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Good Reasons For liNear Desktop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
liNear Data Sets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
liNear Analyse Integrated Graphic-Based Net Calculations. . . . . . 26 liNear Subscription. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Analyse Heating Heating Pipe Network Calculation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 liNear Academy & liNear Support. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
Analyse Cooling Cooling Pipe Network Calculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 liNear Language Packs - Language Packs for the Interface and Printouts. . 70
Analyse Potable Water Potable Water Network Calculation. . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 System Requirements & Modules. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Analyse Waste Water Waste Water Network Calculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
Analyse Ventilation Duct Network Calculation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Analyse Gas Gas Pipe Network Calculation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Analyse Sprinkler Sprinkler Network Calculation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Analyse AddOn Siphonic Roof Drainage with Siphonic System. . . . . . . . . . 37
liNear Analyse for Autodesk Revit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
Good Reasons for liNear Analyse. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39
QUALITY IS OUR HIGHEST REQUIREMENT.

liNear GmbH is a cutting-edge supplier of software
solutions and services for building engineering and sys-
tem construction. Since 1993 this brand from Aachen,
Germany, has been standing for competence in techni-
cal calculation programs and CAD applications.
Our solutions are developed together with planners,
construction companies, and industrial partners in
an intensive and trusting relationship. The perma-
nent advancement of our software enables custom-
ers to respond to the fast-paced demands of their
business with appropriate tools.
The liNear academies in Aachen and Berlin offer
training courses by experienced coaches. Moreover,
we offer training directly for the customer on site in
order to satisfy individual needs most comfortably and
efficiently.
liNear is an Autodesk ISV Partner, a Microsoft Gold tion with original manufacturer components as well.
Certified Partner, and part of the Fujitsu Alliance
Program. By these, maximum compatibility of the
software is ensured.
Most of all, our close cooperation with industry ena-
bles us to supply customers not only with advanced
software products, but also with up-to-date data sets
and CAD libraries from many well-known manufac-
turers. By using our software, you may thus plan and
perform an exact construction plus proper calcula-
This is just one of the many possibilities to maximize
efficiency with liNear.

Next to software solutions for the end customer, we

develop OEM software for industry. By this means, it
has been possible to reach more than 24,000 satis-
fied customers over the last 20 years. In the course
of this, we put emphasis on direct customer contact
with our competent sales and support team. We
thus guarantee a comprehensive and professional
consulting service for our customers and prospects
directly on site.

A special focus at liNear is on service. We offer quick

and straightforward telephone support that meets
the qualitative requirements.

Management of the liNear GmbH:

(from left to right) Jrgen Frantzen, Javier Castell Codesal, Manfred Waluga
 PRODUCT PORTFOLIO

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at tion in building services engineering. What is more, the Desktop family includes the AddOn Building
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Manager, a time-saving tool to detect building data from different drawings. With the tool, such data
Building s
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Design 3D Pane For the calculations as well we offer the tools for any need. By using liNear Building you may
create the required certificates. Heat load, cooling load, domestic ventilation and EnEV can be
Quote or conve
ctors calculated easily and efficiently with it.
Underflo

Graphic-based based network calculations

Heating The liNear Analyse product family offers network calculation suitable for all trades. Whether
it concerns heating, cooling, potable water, waste water, gas, ventilation, or roof drainage with
siphonic system, liNear offers a graphic-based network calculation for every application case.
Cooling
Tendering and awarding
Tendering and awarding contracts
Intuitive 3D construction Pota In order to accompany you throughout from the first planning to contract awarding, liNear offers
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ater the Quote product family. Quote supports you with the tender dokument and the price compar-
Graphical net calculations ison list in this planning phase as well.
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THE LINEAR PRODUCT FAMILIES
Desktop
From the first concept to implementation plan-
ning, liNear Desktop is the drawing engine for
all trades. It features a user interface which
speaks your language and which supports your
planning procedures optimally.
Page 14 No long training period required.
Analyse Design 3D
The liNear net calculations provide reliable, Create realistic and functional models. You may
standard hydraulic and sound-related results construct your system on the computer and prof-
in each planning stage. They thus represent at it from the advantages of a perfect construction.
all times important decision aids for the subse- You will be enthused about the ease of 3D con-
quent planning process. struction practical and including
Page 26 Page 40 all the details.

Building
Whether heat load calculation according to
EN 12831, cooling load calculation according
to ASHRAE or domestic ventilation is con-
cerned, liNear Building provides reliable re-
sults quickly.
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Quote
By using liNear Quote you create detailed ten-
dering including batches, trades, titles, posi-
tions and sub-positions. Via the GAEB interface
you may obtain tendering which lead to a price
comparison list. Lean and efficient!
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THE LINEAR PROGRAM MODULES
Whether CAD constructions or technical calculations are concerned, liNear supplies
you with the appropriate software solutions. In doing so, all common trades of building
services engineering are covered.

Desktop Analyse Design 3D Building Quote

Heating Heating Pipe&Power Heating *

Water Cooling Ventilation Cooling Dynamic Clear structure

All modules are categorized in product families. This
enables you to navigate easily and you may select
Ventilation Potable Water Task thecombination that matches your requirements. You
may opt for the Ultimate package, which comprises
all modules of the respective family, and thus secure
AddOn Revit
Electric Waste Water aprice advantage.
Interface
Be always up to date: liNear Subscription
AddOn Building
Ventilation Every year a new version of the liNear software is re-
Manager
leased. By these updates, all programs are adapted
to current situations and requirements. Further, the
AddOn Siphonic Gas updates comprisetechnical upgrades and usability
improvements. In this respect, we put particular em-
phasis on customer feedback and include user de-
AddOn Tools Siphonic mands and requests inthe updates. Our subscription
customers profit from the continuous advancements
in particular. These customers do not have to wait for
Sprinkler the next release but receive upgrades in the course of
the year as soon as they are available.
*all previous individual modules of the
Quote family have been combined.

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SUPPORTED CAD SYSTEMS
liNear offers you three platforms in total on which you may perform your planning. As a long-standing Autodesk partner, we support
AutoCAD as well as Revit. As a third basis, we offer liNear CADinside (developed by Autodesk). Independent of your opting for a
particular CAD variant, the handling of the liNear software remains identical. This enables you to switch platforms easily or to use
several alternatives in parallel. By this, we ensure maximum flexibility.

Since the early 90s
liNear develops its
CAD software as
a powerful appli-
cation for AutoCAD and its corresponding vertical
products AutoCAD Architecture and AutoCAD MEP.
The currently supported Autodesk versions are:
AutoCAD 2013 to 2017 AutoCAD Architecture 2013 to
2017 and AutoCAD MEP 2013 to 2017. The program
families Desktop, Design 3D and Analysis do all work
with AutoCAD and make interfaces unnecessary.
liNear also supports
Autodesk Revit 2015
to 2017. The planning
software was develo-
ped specifically for Revit Building Information Modeling
(BIM) and allows you to realize your ideas from the con-
cept to the execution with a coordinated and consistent
model-based system. Autodesk Revit is a comprehensi-
ve application including functions for the architectural
planning, building services, structural engineering and
building construction. Consequently, liNear decided to
use the same program modules on all platforms in
fact without relying on external interfaces. The modu-
les of the Desktop and Analyse family can therefore be
used identically with Autodesk Revit. The certificates
and dimensioning/design with liNear Building are feasi-
ble in combination with Revit.

liNear
Product Families
LINEAR An interesting al- CAD construction
ternative to the wi- Symbol libraries, scheme generators and construction aids for
CADinside dely used AutoCAD all trades from the rst concept to implementation planning
installations, which
allow using applications from different origins on an
open CAD platform, we also offer you our products
Network calculations
Graphical based pipe and air duct network calculations
with an integrated CAD functionality made by Auto-
desk: As one product; one-stop! If you want to use
only a small part of our extensive CAD Solutions, the 3D construction *
Intuitive and realisitc 3D construction accurate to the
economically moste reasonable solution might be the
very last millimeter
variant with an integrated CAD core. The liNear solu-
tions are identical in both program versions and of
course 100 % compatible.
Technical building certicates
Heat and cooling load calculation, domestic ventilation,
component dimensioning and CAD transfer

*General functions for the creation of the building model in 3D are included with Revit

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CAD INDEPENDENCE
CAD independent pipe and duct network calculation: Keep your maximum flexibility in terms of the CAD platform. With liNear Analyse you
optionally work on the basis of drawings from Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit or liNear CADinside. The functions of the calculations are identical
throughout the CAD platforms. No familiarization is required in this respect. Whether a scheme, a 2D floor plan, or a 3D pipe network is
concerned, the liNear network calculations provide reliable, standardized hydraulic and sound-related results in each planning stage.

LINEAR ANALYSE
Pipe and duct network calculations

liNear CAD Browser for AutoCAD and Revit

No BIM without products describes the fact that for
an integrated information technology view of a build-
ing, product information must be available in sufficient
detail depth for the building model and the calcula-
tions. The extensive liNear CAD Browser can be used
in AutoCAD as well as in combination with Revit. The
components of the CAD libraries can thus also be used
LINEAR
on both CAD platforms for the liNear pipe network cal-
CADinside culations. Comprehensive product libraries and data
sets with 3D models from well-known manufacturers
are regularly updated in cooperation
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BUILDING INFORMATION MODELING (BIM)
The method known as BIM (Building Information Modeling), is increasingly taking place in the
construction industry. A common data model forms the basis for a better cooperation to
reduce construction errors and increase the work efficiency in the whole building life cycle.

Building Information Modeling, the interdisciplinary planning and management of buildings using a common data model, offers great potential for all those involved in
construction. BIM represents an opportunity to fundamentally improve the way in which construction works, which is why liNear also supports this new way of working.
BIM is not a product but a method. The idea of BIM-compliant work is not new, but essentially comes from mechanical engineering, since the standard for the exchange
of product model data (STEP) already aims at a continuous exchange of product data over the complete production or life cycle of a product

GERMAN SPEAKING CHAPTER

With the IFC interface into practice
The IFC format was designed for the purpose of the data
exchange. With this, it is possible to describe all conceiv-
able components geometrically and with their material
properties and / or technical data. For example, com-
ponents can be exported from one application to im-
port them back into the central BIM model for the pur-
pose of being merged. IFC export does not only export
a 3D model, but also the corresponding metadata of a
component such as type, material, dimension etc.. This
makes it possible to use the high detail depth known
from liNear products within an open BIM Process.
buildingSMART - Supporting open BIM
The aim of buildingSMART International is to establish
the model-based approach for the optimization of the
planning, execution and management processes in
the construction industry within the framework of the
buildingSMART initiative. BuildingSMART stands for the
new approach of creating innovative, sustainable and
cost-efficient buildings and building systems by using
modern IT solutions with continiuous data usage for in-
tegrated processes. The basis for a general approach is
the use of open standards, in particular the IFC stand-
ard (registered under ISO16739).
liNear for Autodesk Revit
Revit was developed specifically for Building Information
Modeling, enabling designers with a coordinated and con-
sistent model-based system to realize ideas from concept
to execution. liNear supports Revit with integrated net-
work calculations of the liNear Analyse family as well as
with a direct connection to liNear Building for proofs and
interpretations. liNear Desktop enhances Revit with use-
ful features that make your planning work easier. With the
liNear CAD Browser, tested manufacturer components
including connection information, article texts, order
numbers and other technical product data can be directly
drawn into the Revit model and calculated afterwards.

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STANDARDS

Building Building Analyse Building

Heating Cooling Dynamic Waste Water Ventilation
Analyse Analyse Analyse AddOn Analyse
Heating Cooling Siphonic Ventilation

Standards Standards Standards Standards

EN 442 (HK) ASHRAE DIN EN 12056 DIN 1946-2
EN 1264 / EN 15377 VDI 2078 DIN 1986-100 DIN 1946-6
EN 12831 EN 442 BS 8490 / EN 12056 VDI 2081
NORM H 7500-1 (2015) EN 1264 / EN 15377 NORM B2501 (2015) DIN 18379
SN Sia 384.201 SNiP SP 30.13330.2012
NF P52-612/CN
SP 50.13330.2012
TS 2164

Building Analyse Analyse

EnEV Gas Potable Water

Standards Standards Standards

EnEV 2009 TRGI 2008 DIN 1988-300
EnEV 2014 / 2016 TRF 2012 DIN 1988-300/200
VGW G11 SVGW W3
SP 30.13330.2012

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 LINEAR DESKTOP THE DRAWING TOOL

From the first concept to implementation planning, liNear Desktop is the drawing
engine for all trades. It features a user interface which speaks your language and
which supports your planning procedures optimally. No long familiarization required.
Within a short time, you can draw circuit schemes, pipe run schemes, floor plans,
intersections and details with standardized symbol libraries, scheme generators and
a high-performance set of construction aids. Further, your detail drawings become
exact at the push of a button with the original liNear manufacturer libraries. You
may thus generate ready-to-order materials lists throughout all trades, automatically
managed, perfectly structured and flexibly expandable. liNear Desktop is individually
available for the trades Heating, Water, Ventilation, and Electric. It is also available as
an all-in-one solution (Ultimate). To calculate (pipe) networks directly in the drawing,
you may expand your Desktop by the suitable module from the Analyse family.

Supported CAD Systems

liNear
CADinside
Modules
Desktop Desktop Desktop Desktop
Heating Water Ventilation Electric

AddOns
Desktop AddOn Desktop AddOn Desktop AddOn
Building Manager Tools Siphonic

For further information visit www.linear.eu

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DESKTOP THE DRAWING ENGINE THAT MAKES A DIFFERENCE

Introduction of MFB in Revit

The well-established liNear multi-function-board is now integrated into Autodesk Revit. When you start the liNear CAD Solutions 17 for Revit, you will find the MFB on
the left side of the interface. There, the properties and project browser are placed by default. Using the tabs at the bottom of the screen you can switch between open
windows. However, the MFB can be placed freely, just like all the dialogues in Revit. In the new MFB command groups are sorted by trade. Thus for each trade you find the
appropriate command groups from the liNear families Desktop and Analyse. The functions of Desktop for AutoCAD will in future be integrated gradually here. One of the
already integrated Desktop features represents the liNear symbol libraries. The Revit version provides you with an extensive family library for composing pipe and duct
networks with neutral components.

GENERAL FEATURES

MFB The liNear Multi-function Board
This is the user interface which speaks your language
and makes you more productive from the first day on. It
includes drawing assistants that take you through your
tasks step by step.
Project management
Manage all drawings and other documents such as ta-
bles, memos, etc. with ease, in any scale and drawing
unit. You may have headers filled in and edited in an
automatized way.
Storey tables
Design in according to your conception, including bot-
tom edge of ceiling or upper edge of unfinished floor. On
this basis, the program creates the correct z-coordinate
for you. Suitable for construction and display.
Symbol bars
Find thousands of ready-to-use symbols here, as well as
the appropriate commands to work efficiently.
Automatic layer management
Layers are automatically created or adjusted when
drawing. Proceed along your workflow, and the pro-
gram provides for the assignments. They are freely con-
figurable and include up to six structure levels.
Manufacturer libraries
This is your step towards realistic planning with systems
and industrial components. Plan more accurately with the
liNear CAD browsers without additional effort and man-
age comprehensive product ranges with components that
think ahead. Be always up to date. All components are
tested and approved by the manufacturers. For more in-
formation about the liNear CAD Browser see Page 66.
Dimensioning and labeling
Pre-configured standard font sizes and line thicknesses,
reference lines, text blocks, automatic translation, and
many more options now make previously timeconsum-
ing labeling and dimensioning quick and easy.
Media tables
All characteristics of media pipes are defined in a com-
pact way. They may be individually adjusted and ex-
panded.
Display control
Whether implementation planning or opening planning
for heating / sanitary is concerned, just set the param-
eters and start plotting. All is gathered and managed in
one and the same project.
Manage your own standards
Parameters may be customized throughout. This ena-
bles you to create wide-range standards which you may
use efficiently in the processing of each project for a
uniform and professional presentation.

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Symbol bars with more than 2.500 intelligent symbols

The liNear Multi-Function-Board

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DESKTOP SCHEME GENERATORS
The fastest Scheme on the market
liNear Desktop, a high-performance scheme gener-
ator enables the complete construction of a pipe run
scheme without any prior CAD experience. In a clear
dialog, the individual storeys may be defined. Subse-
quently, the respective fitments may be selected from
pre-sorted groups by using individual buttons. By this
means, all technical data are allready defined for a pos-
Even complex schemes may be generated automatically in a few clicks
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sible pipe network calculation at a later point in time. In
input fields between two fitments, you may specify the
length of the section part and the amount of addition-
al bends within this section part. This serves to detect
pressure losses correctly for subsequent calculation.
Finally, the entire scheme is generated automatically in
only one click as an AutoCAD DWG. Thus, with this tool
you may carry out the construction, calculation and de-
tection of the required materials up to the item number
for a 12-family residential building, for instance, in less
than one hour. The liNear scheme generator is available
for the trades heating, cooling, potable water, waste wa-
ter, and gas.
DESKTOP HEATING HEATING, COOLING & GAS

BETTER, FASTER AND MORE ACCURATE
Whether boiler, heat pump, refrigerating machine,
radiator, panel heating, cooling convector, control
levels with pipe run valves and differential pres-
sure closedloop controllers, hydraulic separators
or multiple boiler systems are concerned, you
may draw calculable systems by using the liNe-
ar symbol bars, scheme generators, trace com-
mands, connection functions for
rigid and flexible pipes, automatic
keys, opening planning assistants,
and many more. Make use of fast,
clean and perfect documentation
with the option of an automatically
created 3D model.
Animated hydraulic system assistant for hydraulic circuits

Top Features
Symbols for the trades heating, cooling, gas, and architecture (freely expandable)
Support of all display modes such as scheme, floorplan and 3D isometric view
Scheme generators for heating and gas for the fastest schemes in the business
Traces and pipe functions with automatic import of media and distances
Automatic connecting and autorouting for maximum time saving
2D pipe construction and 2D manifold generators for detailed planning
Radiator module to import dimensioning from liNear Building
Panel tempering with manufacturer components
Automatic keys for complete documentation
Slot and opening planning
Parts lists with short and long texts
Animated hydraulic system assistant to create hydraulic circuits Scheme generator with
dwelling stations and
decentralized fresh water stations

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DESKTOP WATER POTABLE WATER, WASTE WATER & GAS

House A

Sanitary planning for all applications

Whether hygienically optimized potable water installa- House House

tions with looped-through pipes or inliner circulation,

drainage requests with automatic level labeling in line
with the set slope, or detailed three-dimensional plan-
ning of front walls are concerned, you may draw calcu-
lable systems by using the liNear symbol bars, trace
commands, connection functions for rigid and flexible
pipes, automatic keys, opening planning assistants,
and many more. Make use of fast, clean and perfect
documentation with the option of an automatically
created 3D model.

Sanitary pipe run scheme

Top Features
Symbols for the trades heating, cooling, gas, and
architecture (freely expandable)
Support of all display modes such as scheme, floor-
plan and 3D isometric view
Scheme generators for heating and gas for the fast-
est schemes of the industry
Traces and pipe functions with automatic import of
media and distances
Dwelling stations and decentralized fresh water
stations
2D pipe construction Panel tempering with manufacturer components
Automatic connecting and autorouting for maximum
time saving
2D pipe construction and 2D manifold generators for
detailed planning
Radiator module to import dimensioning from liNear
Building
Automatic keys for complete documentation
Slot and opening planning
Parts lists with short and long texts
Animated hydraulic system assistant to create hy-
draulic circuits

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DESKTOP VENTILATION VENTILATION

Planning ventilation systems
Whether ventilation and air conditioning systems in hos-
pitals or administrative buildings, industrial applications
or domestic ventilation systems are concerned, you
may draw calculable systems by using the liNear symbol
bars, trace commands, connection functions, automat-
ic keys, opening planning assistants, and many more.
Make use of fast, clean and perfect documentation with
the option of an automatically created 3D model.

Top Features
Symbols for the trades ventilation and architecture
(freely expandable)
Support of all display modes such as scheme, floor-
plan and 3D isometric view
2D air duct construction and 2D ventilation compo-
nents for detailed planning
Automatic connecting and autorouting for maximum
time saving
Opening and wallbreak planning
Parts lists with short and long texts
Automatic keys for complete documentation
Free placement of sound absorbers, fire dampers,
etc. including automatic transition generation
Section from a 2D air duct construction

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DESKTOP ELECTRIC ELECTRIC

Planning electric installations
Whether electric clamp planning, sockets, lights, sen-
sor devices or three-dimensional electric cable tray
construction is concerned, you may draw electric in-
stallations in building services engineering by using
the liNear symbol bars, trace commands, connection
functions, automatic keys, opening planning assis-
tants, and many more. Make use of fast, clean and
perfect documentation with the option of an auto-
matically created 3D model.

Top Features
Symbols for the trades electric and architecture
(freely expandable)
Support of all display modes such as scheme, floor-
Circuit diagram
plan and 3D isometric view
Trace and pipe functions with automatic import of
media and distances
Automatic connecting and autorouting for maximum
time saving
Connection schemes and automatic clamp numbering
Automatic key for complete documentation
Slot and opening planning
Parts lists with short and long texts
Integrated 3D opening planning
Display of electric cable tray elements in Desktop Electric

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DESKTOP ADDON BUILDING MANAGER

Saving time and money
A three-dimensional building model affords many ad-
vantages for further planning, for instance and among
others, a reliable basis for 3D constructions, possibil-
ities to transfer data to calculations such as heat or
cooling load calculation from the liNear Building fam-
ily, and collision-free planning throughout the trades.
With the Desktop AddOn Building Manager, a tool is
at your disposal which supports you perfectly and
step by step whenever you create a building model.
Further, it automatizes the data exchange with calcu-
lation and dimensioning programs. Do not miss this
boost of performance!

Top Features
Working on underlays including alignment and scaling (DWG, DXF, PDF, JPEG,
PNG, etc.)
Optimized room detection via automatic room identification
Planning aids for roof constructions including slopes
Fully automatic export of all building sections, storeys, rooms and room com-
ponents including room temperatures and adjoining temperatures to liNear
Building
Fully automatic import, drawing and labeling of dimensionings from liNear Building
Automatic updates of floor plan modifications
Interface to the DIALux program
Zoom and marking functions for quick navigation
Building detected with the Building Manager in 2D view
(above) and the 3D model generated from it

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DESKTOP ADDON TOOLS IFC INTERFACE & LITTLE HELPERS

Configuration of the IFC export
IFC-Export DWG/DXF converter
When exporting, the components of all TGA trades are As different CAD systems are common in the workflow
recorded. Not only is a 3D model exported, but also the of architectures and TGA planning engineers, the data
associated metadata. When you open an exported file, exchange is often time-consuming. The DWG and DXF
you will also see the model, material, dimension, man- converters do these adjustments according to your
ufacturer and other features of the part. Other compo- preferences. In clear dialogs, you can change colors,
nents (any AutoCAD blocks, walls, windows, doors, etc.) line types, text styles, etc. according to your standards.
are also exported on request. These changes can be saved project-specifically to be
used again.
Smart labeling function
Similar to AutoCAD also in Revit automatically configura-
ble labels are available for all component types. After the
calculation with liNear Analyse, the installed component
types are automatically recognized and the appropriate
labels are assigned. In this way, component-specific la-
beling is possible with a push of a button and does not
have to be carried out via Revit on-board equipment.
The automatic labels can also be customized and sa-
ved to reuse them. The shape and appearance of the
label are defined by Revit. Corresponding label families
are included (* .rfa). For more information, please visit
www.linear.eu.

FM-Tools
In addition, you can assign facility management infor-
mation to the applied components. This helps the build-
ing promoter later in the management of the building
and is often part of the requirement specification. Exist-
ing FM databases can also be loaded into the drawing.

Import of a 3D boiler room in Navisworks as an IFC export outgoing from liNear Design 3D Pipe&Power

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GOOD REASONS FOR LINEAR DESKTOP
Save time
Due to the variety of assistants and au-
tomated workflow you are enabled to
accomplish more in the same time. The
software reduces your daily work effort
and boosts your productivity. By this
you may work more economically and
thus increase your companys success.
Its simpler, faster, and more accurate.
Perfect workflow
The structure of the multi-function
board responds to the order of the re-
quired work steps. By this the particu-
larly important functions are available
to you in every work step. What is more,
the workflow throughout the different
trades is identical.
Quality improvement
Desktop is a professional tool to com-
plete your tasks faster and in the best
quality. Obtain more security in plan-
ning by a more efficient usage of your
resources and convince your customers
with detailed results. In this respect,
quality is our top priority.
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 LINEAR ANALYSE INTEGRATED GRAPHIC-BASED
NET CALCULATIONS

Every pipe or duct network is drawn in one form or another in order to be able to
install it. What could thus be more practical than using this information directly for the
calculation? Whether a scheme, a 2D floor plan, or a 3D pipe network is concerned,
the liNear network calculations for heating, cooling, potable water, waste water,
siphonic drainage, gas and air duct systems provide reliable, standardized hydraulic
and sound-related results in each planning stage. They thus represent at all times
important decision aids for the subsequent planning process. You may optimize
the pipe arrangement and change the system components or pipe materials. At the
push of a button, you may access the updated result including detailed parts lists for
tendering or ordering hydraulically perfect and clearly documented. For more than
20 years the graphic-based network calculations by liNear have been used in daily
practice and have proven their value. It is exact calculations, short planning times,
clear and comprehensible results as well as complete bills of quantities which make
the programs so efficient that they are used even in the planning departments of our
industrial partners, whether on AutoCAD, Revit, or CADinside.

Supported CAD Systems

liNear
CADinside
Modules
Analyse Analyse Analyse Analyse Analyse Analyse Analyse
Heating Cooling Potable Water Waste Water Gas Ventilation Sprinkler

AddOns
Analyse AddOn
Siphonic

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ANALYSE GRAPHIC-BASED NET CALCULATIONS

Calculating in the drawing without interfaces Easy data storage Recalculation of pre-dimensioned or existing
Integration into the CAD program and direct access to All settings and component data relevant for the calcu- systems
the CAD databases ensure highest performance. At the lation are stored in the drawing. By this, smooth data More and more existing systems are refurbished, re-
same time, an interface between drawing and calcula- exchange is enabled and archiving is facilitated. constructed, or upgraded. To consider these systems
tion is not required any longer. Problems with data ex- according to reality, dimensions may easily be fixed in
change are now a thing of the past. Freely definable pipe and insulating tables section parts or for the entire network.
In case your requested pipe or insulating material is not
Graphic-based input of all pipe networks (sche- available as a data set, it may be detected easily and
me, 2D, and 3D) quickly as manufacturer-neutral material.
In each planning stage it is possible to have the drawn
network calculated by the program. Thus, already with
one pipe run scheme you may determine very quickly a
working hydraulic system and detailed masses for your
tendering. At the other end of the scale, calculating with
a three-dimensional model ensures closest proximity to
the actual implementation.

Navigation in the pipe network system

The direct navigation in the pipe network system is one
of the unbeatable advantages of the integrated graph-
ic-based network calculations. You may have unfavora-
ble flow paths or section parts displayed directly in the
model. Vice versa, you may use the option to simply se-
lect an object in the network in order to edit its calcu-
lation data.

Several networks or systems in one drawing

When comprehensive projects are concerned, a draw-
ing often contains several systems. liNear Analyse can
detect several systems. The program includes these in
the selection options of the calculation dialog for print-
out all in one work step.

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Comprehensive visualization options
With the visual feedback of input values or calculation
results, a quick-and-easy evaluation of a variety of data
is possible. Dimensions, materials, but also velocities,
pressure losses, and many more are visualized perfectly
by the respective coloring of the network.
Automatic and associative labeling
The calculation results are automatically written to the
drawing and are updated with each modification of the
calculation. Via freely configurable labeling blocks, you
may control which calculation data in which planning
phase are to be published with the drawing.
Detailed and standardized printouts
All calculation parameters and all results are document-
ed comprehensibly and in detail in forms and lists op-
tionally in different languages.
Complete parts lists for your quotation
Via the comprehensive manufacturer data sets for pipe
network systems and components you may create a
realistic parts list including all pipes, fittings, reducing
parts and accessories without additional effort per-
fect for quotation or tendering.
Mass detection of individual building sections
and apartments
The graphic-based network calculations allow the se-
lection of system sections for mass determinations, for
instance building sections, storeys, or apartments.
Save calculation results on components
All calculation results can now be saved directly to the
components. Via the button Save calculation data within
components in the dialogue Labeling all calculation pa-
rameters are written as metadata to the component.
By the dialog Edit component data, these values can
be viewed and cleared for IFC Export (see also Features
Desktop AddOn Tools). In addition, more variables can
be added to the component data. These can be used
for a personalized labeler or the IFC Export. In Revit the
attributes are saved as shared parameters and can be
used by evaluating, labeling and exporting.
High-performance export
Various formats for data transfer to other programs are
available, namely ASD, GAEB, UGS, Excel, or ASCII text.
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ANALYSE HEATING HEATING PIPE NETWORK CALCULATION
Efficient calculation of heating pipe networks
Today, perfectly dimensioned and hydraulically balanced heating systems are abso-
lutely required in terms of energetic aspects. With the graphic-based liNear heating
pipe network calculation, two-pipe heating systems including Tichelmann pipe ar-
rangement and connecting systems may be calculated separately. The basis for calcu-
lation may be either the pipe run scheme or the 2D or 3D floor plan drawing. Several
control levels allow hydraulic balancing even of complex systems.
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Dwelling stations and decentralized fresh water stations included in the
calculation
As of now, dwelling stations are taken into account in the calculation of heating and
potable water pipe networks and considered for the dimensioning of the pipes. Dan-
foss, KaMo, Strawa, Meibes and Taconova are the first manufacturer that are already
included or following soon. These datasets are available to all users for a correct pro-
duct dimensioning and are specified with required / optional accessories in the parts
list. By the use of decentralized fresh water or dwelling stations a circulation without
any additional circulation pump is now possible and calculable in the potable water
pipe network calculation.
Top Features
Same usage on AutoCAD, Revit and liNear CADinside
Unlimited possibilities (Tichelmann, buffer storage, hydraulic separa-
tors, cascade systems, multiple boiler systems, heat exchangers, etc.)
Dwelling stations and decentralized fresh water stations included in
the calculation
Original manufacturer pumps available
Direct calculation in each planning stage and display mode directly
from the drawing
Hydraulic balancing over several interlaced control levels
Calculation with actual product characteristics via data sets from
leading manufacturers
VDI 3805 interface for valve data sets
Exact bills of quantities including item numbers in all standard for-
mats (ASCII, GAEB, UGS, Excel, etc.)
Comprehensive setting options for the basic conditions of calculation
(maximum velocities, valve authorities, active pipe diameters, fixed
pipe dimensions, for existing systems, and many more)
Exact media data are already contained. Includes the option to define
media tables on your own
Visualization of the results with liNear Data Coloring (display of di-
mensions, materials, velocities, most unfavorable flow path, etc.)
ANALYSE COOLING COOLING PIPE NETWORK CALCULATION
Meeting the requirements
The requirements for a cooling pipe network calcu-
lation differ in many respects from those for a heat-
ing pipe network calculation. Before all, the check of
the use of approved materials and the media data
for cooling are advantages you may directly make use
of liNear Analyse Cooling is the optimum solution to
meet these particular requirements.
Top Features
Same usage on AutoCAD, Revit and liNear CADinside
Specific neutral materials
Georg Fischer data sets COOL-FIT and COOL-FIT ABS
Calculation in each planning stage and display mode
directly from the drawing
Hydraulic balancing over several interlaced control
levels
Calculation with actual product characteristics via
data sets from leading manufacturers
Comprehensive assortment of cooling media up to
Visualization of calculated pipe
Calculation dialog in liNear Analyse Cooling
minus 40 degrees Celsius
Exact bills of quantities including item numbers in all
standard formats (ASCII, GAEB, UGS, Excel, etc.)
Comprehensive setting options for the basic con-
ditions of calculation (maximum velocities, valve
authorities, active pipe diameters, fixed pipe dimen-
sions, for existing systems, and many more)
Visualization of the results with liNear Data Coloring
(display of dimensions, materials, velocities, most
unfavorable flow path, etc.)
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ANALYSE POTABLE WATER POTABLE WATER NETWORK CALCULATION
Keeping you up to date
Potable water is a vital foodstuff and thus requires par-
ticular attention. Installations, which transport such
potable water to the tapping points, are for reasons
of hygiene not just subject to considerably higher re-
quirements since the amendment of the potable water
ordinance DIN 1988-300. These requirements
concern tapping times, cooling or heating at
nonoperating times, disinfection, and many
more. With liNear Analyse Potable Water includ-
ing the calculation of circulation according to DIN
1988-300/200, water supply systems are dimensioned
optimally and safely in view of the hygienic quality of the
potable water.
Visualization of results of a potable water net calculation with integrated flow divider
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Top Features
Differentiated calculation according to DIN 1988-
300 (actual Zeta-values, usage units) and 1988-100
including comparison
Time-temperature functions for section parts or the
entire network in consideration of insulation and
ambient temperature
Dwelling stations and decentralized fresh water sta-
tions included in the calculation
Flow divider for simulation and dimensioning
Booster station (BS) and pressure controller (PC)
with output pressure specification
Calculation in each planning stage and display mode
directly from the drawing
Calculability of different hygienic systems, for in-
stance static and dynamic Multi-Circ distributor units
according to the Venturi principle
Calculation with actual product characteristics via
data sets from leading manufacturers
Calculation of circulation according to DIN 1988-300
and 200
Exact bills of quantities including item numbers in all
standard formats (ASCII, GAEB, UGS, Excel, etc.)
Simulations of flushing processes, ejection times and
temperature profiles as well as simulation of circula-
tion and calculation mode for thermal disinfection
Hydraulic balancing over several interlaced control
levels
Visualization of the results with liNear Data Coloring
(display of dimensions, materials, velocities, most
unfavorable flow path, etc.)
Certificate of effectivity for flushing devices
Calculation according to SVGW W3 (Switzerland)
ANALYSE WASTE WATER WASTE WATER NETWORK CALCULATION
Calculating waste and rain water networks
With the waste water pipe network calculation liNear
Analyse Waste Water, gravity drainage systems for sew-
age water and rain water within buildings are calculated
and dimensioned according to EN 12056, DIN 1986-
100, NORM B2501 or SNiP SP 30.13330.2012. Drawn
slopes are checked and, optionally, the minimum slopes
are used according to standard. All pipe types (ground
pipes, connection pipes, venting of all kinds, etc.) are set
by the program on the basis of the connection situation
displayed in the drawing. The program detects the ven-
tilation type based on the drawn pipe run. Moreover,
all application limits, maximum lengths and maximum
number of bends are checked as well as the maximum
drop height. When the limiting conditions are exceeded,
an error message is displayed including relevant infor-
mation from the standard.

Top Features
Calculation of (gravity) drainage systems for sewage
and rain water within buildings according to the
standards EN 12056, DIN 1986-100, NORM B2501
or SNiP SP 30.13330.2012
Automatic detection of pipe types
Check and display of ventilation pipes according to
standard
Dimensioning of rain water pipes with reference to
the statistic rainfall rate (VDI 3806 and VDI 4710)
Check of the drawn slopes and calculation of the
minimum slopes
Extended pipe tables according to DIN EN 12056-2
Calculation with actual product characteristics via
data sets from leading manufacturers
Visualization of the results with liNear Data Coloring
(display of dimensions, materials, velocities, most
unfavorable flow path, etc.)
Visualization of results with liNear Data Coloring

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ANALYSE VENTILATION DUCT NETWORK CALCULATION

Duct network calculation including sound lev-
el calculation
The program supports the user in the detection of the
volume flow rates. It dimensions the air duct system in
consideration of previously defined basic conditions
including flow-mechanical balancing and detection
of fan pressure. Additionally, a detailed calculation
of the sound level development for each flow path is
performed on the basis of the same drawing. Inherent
noise as well as absorbability in the octave bands is cal-
culated according to VDI 2081 for all components. To
that end, either a 2D drawing from liNear Desktop or
a 3D drawing from Design 3D Ventilation may serve as
your basis. Analysis Ventilation has been completely re-
vised and is now also available for Autodesk Revit. The
workflow is the same as working in AutoCAD. Now all
calculations are available on three platforms (AutoCAD,
Revit, CADinside).

Analysis Ventilation has been

completely revised and is now
also available for Autodesk Revit.

Top Features
Dynamically detected Zeta-values for detailed calcu-
lation of drag coefficients
Calculation in each planning stage and display mode
directly from the drawing (also 3D)
Detailed setting options for e.g. dimensioning limits
(maximum heights, etc.)
Flow-mechanical balancing and sound level calcula-
tion according to VDI 2081
Calculation with actual product characteristics via
data sets from leading manufacturers
VDI 3805 interface
Calculation results are automatically written to the
drawing and are updated with each modification of
the calculation
Bills of quantities according to VOB and Austrian
standard
Automatic generation of the 3D ventilation network
(in connection with Design 3D Ventilation)
Dimensioning and drawing of outlets (neutral or
manufacturer-specific)
Visualization of the results with liNear Data Coloring
(e.g. dimensions, materials

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ANALYSE GAS GAS PIPE NETWORK CALCULATION

Calculating gas networks efficiently
Analyse Gas is the ideal tool for a safe, fast, and proper
planning of gas pipe networks. The innovations of TRGI
2008 have made calculation and dimensioning aids es-
sential. When dimensioning gas networks, the program
verifies the functionality of the gas excess flow valve via
the calculation. Existing systems may be subject to sub-
sequent theoretical functional analysis and inspection.

After setting the gas meter, the measurement device may be drawn
with the assistant even as a manifold with shut-off devices
Visualisation of the pressure losses

Top Features
Gas pipe network calculation according to TRGI
2008,DVGW G600, DVGW G617, VGW G11, and TR
Flssiggas (Liquid gas)
Calculation in each planning stage and display mode-
directly from the drawing (also 3D)
Calculation according to TRGI for systems with a
working pressure of up to 100 mbar
Dimensioning aids for gas meters
Calculation of industrial facilities with working pres-
sures of up to 5 bar
Calculation with actual product characteristics via
data sets from leading manufacturers
Input of material values as fuel gas (methane, buta-
ne, biogas)
Optional automatic dimensioning of gas excess flow
valves
Alternative calculations according to Zanke, Prandtl-
Colebrook and Prandtl-Krmn
Optional dimensioning of compressed-air pipe net-
works
Visualization of the results with liNear Data Colo-
ring (e.g. dimensions, materials, velocities, pressure
losses, etc.)

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ANALYSE SPRINKLER SPRINKLER NETWORK CALCULATION
in preparation
Calculate sprinkler systems
In future, a graphic-based sprinkler network calculation
will be completing our hydraulic calculation software,
taking into account the VdS guidelines and the NFPA
codes. The user interface of the sprinkler pipeline cal-
culation contains tables with flow paths, partial sections
and components, functions for editing and displaying,
and, of course visualization possibilities for calculation
results and material properties.

Top Features
Sprinkler pipe network calculation for wet and dry pipe
systems
Pressure loss calculation according to the Hazen-Wil-
liam formula and Prandtl-Colebrook
Consideration of the VdS guidelines and the NFPA
codes
liNear Data Coloring for visualization of the calculation
results (representation of the dimensions, materials,
speeds, unfavorable flow path, etc.)

With Analyse Sprinkler the system can be calculated with the well-known liNear comfort

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ANALYSE ADDON SIPHONIC ROOF DRAINAGE WITH SIPHONIC SYSTEM
Calculating according to DIN 1986-100
liNear Analyse Siphonic is the appropriate tool for the
DIN 1986-100 standard. The British Standard (BS) is
additionally supported. Operating the program is per-
formed analogously to the waste water pipe network
calculation Analyse Waste Water, which at the same
time is a prerequisite for the use of Analyse AddOn Si-
Syphonic system in a 3D model
Top Features
phonic . You as user are guided through the program
via an assistant. The comprehensive output contains
all calculation results, materials and parts lists and in-
cludes all fixing materials. Via the checklists integrated
in the program, planners may file all relevant project
data in compact form.
Roof drainage with siphonic system according to
VDI 3806/DIN 1986-100
Hydraulic balancing of the entire 3D siphonic drai-
nage system
Assistants for dimensioning roof drains and box
gutters
Fixing assistant for roof drainage systems
Manufacturer-specific roof drains
Manufacturer-specific pipe material
Compilation of masses according to VOB and Aust-
rian standard
3D fixing assistant
Simultaneous calculation of main and emergency
drainage systems
Visualization of results via liNear Data Coloring
3D planning of roof drainage as a basis for calculation
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LINEAR ANALYSE FOR AUTODESK REVIT

liNear network calculations for Revit

With an increasing demand for pipe network calcu-
lations for Autodesk Revit, liNear completes its offer
Analyse Analyse Analyse
and, in addition to the already available calculations for
heating, potable water and cooling, now also offers the
Heating Cooling Potable Water
corresponding modules for gas, waste water and ven- Analyse Analyse Analyse
tilation. All calculations known and established under
AutoCAD are now also available for Revit and can be
Waste Water Gas Ventilation
used the same way. During the introduction of the new
calculation modules, attention was again paid to the
range of services and the operation, e.g. visualization,
search and display, presets, printing etc., identical to the
already known calculations under AutoCAD.

Same quality with identical handling

When using Autodesk Revit, you will hardly notice the
difference because the interface and handling are iden-
tical to the applications in AutoCAD and CADinside.
Choose the cost-effective liNear Analyse suite and use
your calculations on both platforms. Since the pipe net-
work calculations are actually the same everywhere, an
adaptation is not necessary. The views and tools are
identical on both platforms. A system change or the re-
commended parallel use is therefore easily implemen-
ted at any time. With a direct connection you can also
use the modules of the family liNear Building in combi-
nation with Autodesk Revit.

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GOOD REASONS FOR LINEAR ANALYSE
Saving time
The linkup of drawing and calculation
saves you bothersome double work. You
may calculate directly from the drawing.
In the event, detailed check routines help
you provide error-free results in short
time. The automatic 3D generation and
ready-to-order materials lists make your
work complete its simpler, faster, and
more accurate.
Optimum workflow
The direct and reciprocal linkup of draw-
ing and calculation ensures that all
changes are performed on both levels.
Changes in the calculation directly in-
fluence the drawing and vice versa. By
this means, errors and time-consuming
remedial work are avoided. The liNear
Multi-function Board takes you through
all tasks step by step.
Platform independence
Keep your maximum flexibility in terms
of the CAD platform. With liNear Ana-
lyse you optionally work on the basis of
drawings from Autodesk AutoCAD, Revit
or liNear CADinside. The functions of the
pipe network calculations are identical
throughout the CAD platforms. No fa-
miliarization is required in this respect.
Switching to another system or parallel
use is, thus, no problem and may be per-
formed at any time.
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 LINEAR DESIGN 3D INTUITIVE 3D CONSTRUCTION

Create realistic and functional models you can touch. You may construct your system
in the computer and profit from the advantages of a perfect construction. From
customer acquisition to the complete drawing documentation via automatic generation
of intersections and views, you may check planning feasibility and to optimize time
and costs, make use of the prefabrication options. Whether pipe constructions, air
duct systems, steel constructions or electric cable trays are concerned, with the help
of the object-oriented modules of the liNear Design 3D family and tens of thousands
of audited three-dimensional components from our industrial partners you may
create your systems accurately and fast. You will be enthused about the ease of 3D
construction with liNear Design 3D practical and including all the details.
What you see is what you get!

Supported CAD Systems

liNear
CADinside
Modules
Design 3D Design 3D
Pipe&Power Ventilation

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DESIGN 3D INTUITIVE 3D CONSTRUCTION
3D component libraries, manufacturer-specific
with highest detail
This is your step towards realistic planning with origi-
nal systems and components . Using the liNear CAD
Browsers means more exact planning without addi-
tional effort. Manage comprehensive product ranges
with components that think ahead. Be always up to
date. All components are manufacturer-checked.
Connections
Intelligent component connections may automatically
set material, pressure stage, dimension, connection type
and, finally, orientation in the room. Just click and draw.
Component grips
Grips enable intuitive editing of existing elements or
element groups. With grips you may, among other op-
tions, enlarge, reduce or modify dimensions directly
at the object without detours.
Automatic connecting
The program may suggest the geometrically possible
connecting paths between two connections. Just se-
lect and confirm.
Real-time collision check
Construction errors are avoided due to notifications
that are displayed already during construction, which
saves valuable time. The program comprises a colli-
sion check which detects all instances that interfere
with each other, no matter from which trade. Moreo-
ver, the check features a report dialog to support you
in the resolution of the detected collision conflicts.
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Navigation during construction Materials lists
A variety of construction aids such as distance tab- Detailed planning brings about detailed materials
les, storey tables, length calculations before direc- lists, such as pipes, bends, transitions, branches, com-
tion changes, and many more enable you to navigate ponents, gaskets, screws, etc.
quickly and accurately within the building or in relati-
on to other system parts. Steel construction, electric cable trays, fixings
The products of the liNear Design 3D family comprise
Display options high-performance functions to construct steel plat-
Scale the level of presentation detail depending on forms and stairs, cable ducts and fixings. By these,
the application. You may select and switch between your constructions become complete.
minimum center lines, a simplified 3D display and a
photorealistic presentation, for instance, at all times. Optional calculation
This applies to uses with or without insulation, and By using the appropriate calculation program from
works independently for each individual viewport. the liNear Analyse family you may have your three-di-
mensional pipe or duct system calculated at any time.
Ever-current views and intersections (in 3D)
Via working on a 3D model, all your views on this mo-
del are updated automatically with each modification.
Thus, intersections and views are up to date at all
times!
Output in 2D or as solids
The output of your 3D construction as a sheer 2D is
possible as well. For further processing in other 3D
CAD systems it is advisable to convert the construction
into a neutral volume model, i.e. so-called solids. Both
functions may be realized with the push of a button.
Associative labels
Labeling with associative labels is automatically upda-
ted when measurements are changed.
3D boiler room for Marienhaus Klinikum St. Elisabeth, Neuwied,Germany. Integrated planning from concept to implementation by HPI Himmen Ingenieurgesellschaft, Cologne, Germany

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DESIGN 3D PIPE&POWER 3D PLUMBING AND PLANT DESIGN
3D for better results
This is pipe planning that leaves nothing to be desi-
red, featuring an easy-to-learn operating concept that
makes a difference. Build your three-dimensional and
realistic systems in no time. Derive all views and inter-
sections from one and the same model. With any mo-
dification, all remains synchronized. This means preci-
sion and productivity in one step! The correct fittings
and joining pieces are selected automatically during
construction via the liNear material management. Be
it screw, press or flange connection, welding or solde-
red joint, you are always on the right side with liNear
material management. For the implementation of this
level of detail, a wide range of original 3D manufactu-
rer components is at your disposal.
Dialog for tank construction
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Visualization What you see is what you get Controlling (including collision check)
The visualization provides insights into the system and You may switch on real-time checking, which prevents
puts construction design in the best light. Further, re- already during construction pipes and components
presentative pictures are useful as a reference when from contacting each other. This is irrespective of
awarding contracts. Photorealistic printouts un- their being objects from other trades or the structure
derscore the planning effort and represent a cohe- itself. Your constructions may be checked at all times
rent preview for the building owner with respect to by making use of the check routines for open ends
the building project. The perspective mode of the pro- and collisions.
gram enables you to set the location of both, viewer
and target object as well as the focal length analogous
to a camera. The rendering function provides the sur-
faces of the components with textures (materials) and
displays the system photorealistically depending on
the lighting setting, either with or without insulation.
Steam plant, planned and constructed by Massmann GmbH, 56865 Blankenrath, Germany
 Automatic 3D generation from 1-line display
Subsequent to the pipe network calculation from the
liNear Analyse family you may assign 3D pipe materi-
als to the calculated 1-line pipe network. The drawing
may be used further on for the pipe network calculati-
on. After the generation of a 3D pipe network, the 2D
symbols may be replaced by 3D armatures from the
Automatic 3D generation of a pipe network
manufacturers component catalogs.
Exchanging 2D armatures for 3D armatures
Steam plant, designed and established by Koch & Thner GmbH, Herford
Workflow for automatic 3D generation
Top features
Pipe construction with pipe classes to create fittings
that is accurate to the millimeter
Subsequent installation of components with suitable
transitions and flanges
Integrated slope construction
Real-time collision check
IFC export to participate in BIM processes
Automatic 3D generation of calculated 1-line drawings
Manifold construction to generate assemblies inclu-
ding pumps and armatures
Configurators for tanks, plate heat exchangers, and
other devices
Automatic connecting of pipes including the transfer
of media, materials, dimensions, and pressure stages
Automatic screw connections within the entire const-
ruction (screws, nuts, washers) with complete import
into the parts list
Predefinition and display/hiding of insulating materi-
als with import into the parts list
Consideration of subtractions for weld seams, gas-
kets, and insertion and screw depths
Manual or automatic assignment of position numbers
Materials lists, parts lists with item number, sawing
lists for pipes, position lists
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DESIGN 3D VENTILATION 3D AIR DUCT CONSTRUCTION

Intuitive 3D air duct planning

Air duct systems require space, which is why such sys-
tems receive particular attention already in early plan-
ning stages. With liNear Design 3D Ventilation you may
build your three-dimensional and realistic systems in
no time. You may derive all views and intersections
from one and the same model. With any modification,
all remains synchronized. This means precision and
productivity in one step!

Controlling (including collision check)

It is advisable to check the system for open ends to
ensure that no cover is forgotten and all duct connec-
tions are established. The program analyzes precisely
where these locations are situated in the system and Construction plan for ventilation
highlights these in the model accordingly. Collision
checks are particularly indispensable when alignment
with other trades is performed. Walls, joists, electric
cable trays, pipes, but also self-constructed ducts may
cause collisions. The collision check in the program
traces those and accordingly generates a report di-
alog with the help of which you may navigate exactly
to the spots where collisions require to be removed.
Avoid unpleasant surprises during installation in ad-
vance and ensure thus the feasibility of your planned
system on the spot without any compromises!

3D implementation planning

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Device configurator
Centralized devices with all required dimensions,
connections and operating areas (e.g. maintenance
openings) may be compiled and placed in the drawing
by using the device configurator. The drag&drop,
cut&paste and zoom functions support you in assem-
bling devices easily in one or two planes. The configu-
rator supports the XML interface for exchanges with
dimensioning programs of the ventilation device ma-
nufacturers, e.g. L-Plus by Gea Happel.
Device configurator
Top Features
High-performance automatic functions (connecting,
installing, bending off before/under/above other
components) for quick-and-easy construction
Easy subsequent insertion of components suspends
the duct and generates suitable transitions and air
duct flange profiles
Device configurator for centralized ventilation devices
Dimensioning aids for size detection
IFC export to participate in BIM processes
Automatic connecting of ducts and devices
Automatic 3D generation of calculated 1-line drawings
Real-time collision check
Wide range of components to choose from, e.g. air
grills, grills in general, sound absorbers, fire dam-
pers, and many more
Construction with reference edges and easy detec-
tion of asymmetric transitions
Material classes for steel sheet, stainless steel, alumi-
num, plastics, and brick ducts
Automatic selection of sheet thicknesses depending
on edge length
Integrated storey table and liNear snap mode to
control construction height
VOB-suitable duct and insulation bill of quantities,
compilation of air duct flanges with profiles and
corner angles, parts lists and position lists including
all fittings
eKlimax interface
Output of results
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 Plant from Design 3D Pipe&Power (rendered visualization)

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GOOD REASONS FOR LINEAR DESIGN 3D
Saving time
The possibility to generate the 3D mod-
el from the 1-line drawing automatically
saves you a lot of time. Via the realistic
planning including the collision check it
is ensured that your project is realiza-
ble and does not require remedial work.
Many automatisms such as automatic
connecting make your 3D planning faster
and easier than ever.
Impressive results
What you see is what you get! The plan-
ning in the 3D model provides you and
your customer with a coherent preview
of the result. Realistic visualizations give
all involved parties the opportunity to
track and understand the planning. Fur-
ther, conditions of space and matters of
feasibility are considered in these as well.
Ultimately, your results are more accu-
rate and more convincing!
Ready for BIM
In the course of the BIM process, 3D
planning plays a central role. Prepare
yourself for the future and count al-
ready now on the detailed 3D planning.
liNear Design integrates harmoniously
into this process due to the compatibili-
ty with commercially available standard
software. Errors during implementation
are avoided by 3D planning and costs are
thus reduced.
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 LINEAR BUILDING STANDARDIZED CERTIFICATES
AND DIMENSIONING

Whether heat load calculation according to EN 12831 or cooling load calculati-

on according to ASHRAE is concerned, liNear Building provides reliable results
quickly. The functions include manual input and automatic import from 2D dra-
wings and 3D building models. By making use of construction material tables
and integrated U-value calculation, the concept of global variables, and your own
project templates, you may reduce the time for the energetic analysis of the buil-
ding to an absolute minimum. You may thus gain additional time to check several
alternatives, for instance! A detailed dimensioning of system components such
as radiators or panel heating and panel cooling systems on the basis of actual
products leads to complete parts lists for the creation of bills of quantities. In this
respect, the task planning helps to document implementation instructions, the
building progress, and also defects where they belong: in the existing building
structure. No matter which CAD platform you are using.

Supported CAD Systems

liNear
CADinside
Modules
Module
Building Building Building
Heating Cooling Dynamic Task

AddOns
Building AddOn
Revit Interface

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BUILDING STANDARDIZED CERTIFICATES AND DIMENSIONING
Calculating technical building certificates
Whether heat load or cooling load is concerned, liNear
Building is the suitable program for you. A data model
for all modules enables you to save considerable time.
Inconvenient superfluous double entries are history.
Complete U-value calculation
You may calculate and understand the U-value easily.
The temperature profile may be displayed graphically
as well via an image of the wall construction. Whene-
ver U-values are edited, the corresponding calculati-
ons are automatically updated.
Flexible building detection
The detection of the building is usually performed per
room and may optionally be carried out automatically
either in tabular form, CAD-based, or via the liNear
Desktop AddOn Building Manager (see page 23). Buil-
ding models created in Autodesk Revit may be impor-
ted directly via the Building AddOn Revit Interface (see
page 58). Thus, manual detection effort is no longer
required!
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Direct connection to the drawing program Approved component catalog
liNear Building as well maintains a constant dialog The detailed dimensioning of system components
with your drawing solution. Interfaces to AutoCAD and such as radiators or panel heating and panel cooling
liNear Desktop (including CADinside versions) or Revit systems on the basis of actual products leads to com-
enable efficient working. The dimensioned products plete parts lists for the creation of bills of quantities.
such as radiators or panel heating are automatically
supplied to the drawing program where they are im-
plemented graphically. By this means, you may per-
form the calculation on the basis of your drawing as
well as transfer the dimensioned products from the
calculation to the drawing a winning team.
BIM support
Due to the variety of interfaces as well as input and
output formats, the program blends seamlessly into
the software landscape of the business. Thus, working
in line with BIM is enabled.


Heat Load

EnEV Cooling Load

optional:
CAD Building
Detection

Detailed Ventilation
Planning Concept

Room Quick
Placement Dimensioning

Offering

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BUILDING HEATING HEAT LOAD CALCULATION AND RADIATOR DIMENSIONING

Heat load calculation Both heating and cooling scenarios
may be detected directly. This holds
For the detection of the heat load of a building ac- for wall and ceiling systems as well
cording to standard, a physical model of the building as for concrete core tempering. All
is to be detected structurally. Such a model includes systems are tested and approved by
the respective manufacturer.
the building materials, the room components, the
geometric segmentation into storeys and rooms, and
the temperatures. liNear Building features diversified
input help such as tables, references of the standard,
copy functions, quick dimensionings, etc., which are
available to you to shape the process in an optimum
way. In the process, the program affords you on the
one hand the necessary flexibility to make modifica-
tions to the progress of construction with a minimum
of effort, and to update the construction on the other.
The calculation results are put out to the form sheets
according to EN 12831.

U Value calculation of a multiple layer construction

Top Features
Dimensioned radiators are drawn into the CAD system with correct labels
Straightforward creating and copying of building sections, storeys, apartments and rooms
for quick detection
Automatic CAD import of building data from liNear Desktop and Autodesk Revit
Parametric building model for easy editing throughout the modules
Comprehensive building materials library for defining components
Quick-and-easy calculation of U-values
Possibility to create standard components for faster input of the building geometry
Radiator dimensioning including data from VDI 3805 (future ISO 16757) and BDH 2
Automatic updating of previously drawn radiators
Panel heating and panel cooling calculation according to EN 1264 and EN 15377
Correct balance sheets, also for mixed dimensioning
Automatic import and drawing of the dimensioning in liNear Desktop and Revit inclu-
ding labeling
Complete compilations of materials
ASD, Excel, GAEB, and UGS export

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BUILDING COOLING DYNAMIC DYNAMIC COOLING LOAD

Cooling load according to ASHRAE
For the detection of the cooling load of a building, a
physical model of the building is to be detected struc-
turally. Such a model includes the building materials,
the room components, the geometric segmentation
into storeys and rooms, and the temperatures. liNear
Building features diversified input help such as tables,
references of the standard, copy functions, quick di-
mensionings, etc., which are available to you to shape
the process in an optimum way. In the process, the
program affords you on the one hand the necessa-
ry flexibility to make modifications to the progress of
construction with a minimum of effort, and to update
the construction on the other.
In the Building Cooling Dynamic
Dynamic calculation for reliable results various results can be displayed, such
as a h,x-diagram with comfort field
With the liNear Building Cooling Dynamic, it is possi-
ble to determine the cooling load dynamically. This
dynamic calculation method simulates the tempera-
ture within a room over the course of an interpreta-
tion day. It allows not only to determine the cooling
load at predetermined desired temperatures, but
also the determination of the cooling load in reduced
cooling capacity (which room temperature can still be
achieved at a specified performance?) Also it is possi-
ble to determine the room temperature without cool-
ing (free-running-temperature).

In the graphical visualization are various possibilities to evaluate the results, e.g. the dry cooling load and the humid cooling load.

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 ASHRAE as an internationally accepted standard
The demands of customers for thermal simulation and
design have increased. Building Cooling Dynamic pro-
vides the correct physical solution of the Fourier heat
equation by the "heat balance method". Compared to
the previously used short-circuit method according to
VDI 2078 (1996), the heat-conduction equation of the
walls is directly solved by means of the "State-Space-
Method". This results in much more possibilities, such
as the simulation of the room temperature.

RC

Ri
TA Re RC Ri TL Ri RC
User interface of the liNear Buildng Cooling Dynamic - room view (Project view small)

Top Features
Ri
RC
Network of convective and radiative heat exchange
(simplified 2D representation in plan view, calcula-
tion is performed in three-dimensional space)
Specification of internal and external loads and load
conditions
Determination of cooling load with limited cooling
capacity (eg BKT surface cooling)
Simulation of different shading situations
Simulation of room temperature (free-running-
temperature) at specified loads
Moisture balancing and humidity control
Straightforward creating and copying of building
sections, storeys, apartments and rooms for quick
detection
Automatic CAD import of building data from liNear
Desktop (AutoCAD & CADinside) and Autodesk Revit
Definition of room groups and usage units
Parametric building model for easy editing through-
out the modules
Comprehensive building materials library for defining
components
Automatic import and drawing of the dimensionings
in liNear Desktop and Revit including labeling
Complete compilations of materials
ASD, Excel, GAEB, and UGS export

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BUILDING TASK TASK PLANNER

Keeping an overview
With the help of Building Task you may always keep an eye on your to-do list. You may take notes of ambiguities or unfinished tasks. You may link these with the elements of your
calculation to get back to them if need be. In the tree view, the tasks are displayed per notification for your convenience. By this, you may ensure that all tasks have been completed
before the solutions are delivered to your customers. Here, you may track and make notes on progress and defects also during the construction phase.

Entries in the task manager

Top Features
Placing notes and tasks directly in the model Integrated management tool on the basis of existing project structures in the heat
Automatic reminder of open tasks load, cooling load, EnEV, or domestic ventilation tools
Direct task management in all project hierarchies (entire project, storey, room) Sticky notes / to-do list
Facilitation of cooperation if several parties are involved in a project One building model usable for all modules
Reminder function for individual rooms

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BUILDING ADDON REVIT INTERFACE

Data network with Autodesk Revit
The program family Building has been extended by
the data network with the Autodesk products Revit
Architecture and Revit MEP. By this, you are now ena-
bled to import all technical building data without any
conversion effort from the Revit model into the heat
load and cooling load calculation, in only one work
step. A three-dimensional building model generates
many advantages for subsequent planning. Among
others, it is a reliable basis for 3D constructions, for
possibilities of data transfer to calculations and for
collision-free planning throughout all trades. After the
fully automatic analysis of the building geometry, the
following are imported into liNear Building for the cal-
culation of heat and cooling load: building materials
and Lambda values, wall structures, all building sec-
tions, storeys, rooms and room components including
room temperatures and adjoining temperatures. With
the Building AddOn Revit Interface, a tool is available
to you which automates the data exchange with calcu-
lation and dimensioning programs. As a Revit user, do
not miss this performance boost.

liNear Multi-Function-Board
in Revit
Top Features
Data import of calculations such as heat and coo-
ling load calculation into liNear Building
Detect and determine Multiwalls
Updating of results after floor plan changes
Navigation tools with room, zoom, and marking
functions

Automatic import of building geometry into liNear Building

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GOOD REASONS FOR LINEAR BUILDING
Save time
The parametric building model can,
once detected , be used by all modules.
By this, you have additional time at your
disposal to check different alternatives,
for instance. Moreover, the access of all
modules to one model allows a sensible
combination of the individual trades.
The direct linkup with the drawing pro-
gram is ideal for the further processing
of the results.
Maximum precision
All certificates and dimensioning are al-
ways performed according to the cur-
rent state of technology and regulations.
Drawing on original manufacturer com-
ponents, the program may use exact
product characteristics for the calcula-
tion. This leads to results that are in line
with reality. Thus, when limit values are
detected in particular, planning obtains a
new quality.
Platform independence
Keep your maximum flexibility in terms
of the CAD platform. liNear Building
may transfer the calculated dimension-
ing to Autodesk AutoCAD and Revit
as well as to liNear CADinside. By this
BUILDING
means; you may import for instance
the dimensioned radiators into the
drawing with a single click of a button.
BIM sends its regards. Its simpler, fast-
er, and more accurate.
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 LINEAR QUOTE TENDERING AND AWARDING

The results of any planning are finally used to set up quotations or tenderings.
For large projects in particular, it is required to maintain an overview of the costs
of all trades. By using liNear Quote you may create detailed tenderings including
batches, trades, titles, positions and sub-positions. Via the GAEB interface you
may obtain tenderings which lead to a meaningful price comparison list. Cost
calculation according to DIN 276 is supported as well. liNear Quote an ideal ins-
trument for tendering and awarding. Lean and efficient!
Combinable with
liNear liNear liNear liNear
Desktop Analyse Design 3D Building

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QUOTE
Automatic import from liNear programs via ASD
You may create your tendering via direct import of
materials from the liNear products of the families
Desktop, Building, Analyse, and Design 3D directly
with the item texts from the manufacturer data sets.
Project manager and address database
By using the project manager you may manage all
your quotations or tendering it is quick and easy via
search criteria and filters. You may store contact data
of architects, specialist planners, building owners,
etc., in a central database.
Text manuals
Neutral and manufacturer-specific comprehensive
text manuals are already included in the scope of de-
livery. Text blocks contain short and long texts, and,
optionally, prices as well. Further, an interface for
standard of services is contained as well.
Freely definable structure
You may set the requested level of detail of the tende-
ring yourself. To that end, batches, trades, titles, posi-
tions, and sub-positions are available to you.
High-performance editing
Different input formats (single line, short text, long
text) and editing functions such as moving and copy-
ing of batches, trades, and positions via drag&drop
enable creative working.
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Putting up a quotation
The program offers comprehensive calculation aids
and discounting functions for putting up quotations.
Important export formats
The following established import formats are availab-
le: GAEB, ASD, UGS, Datanorm, and Excel.
Cost estimation and calculation
Due to the option to store text blocks with prices and
cost groups according to DIN 276, you may create cost
estimates and calculations with liNear Quote as well.
Price comparison lists
You may import bidder quotations via GAEB and crea-
te price comparison lists including ideal and average
bidder. You may easily export these lists to Excel for
further use.
Editing printouts
As in all other liNear programs, you may adjust the
printouts by using the print mask editor supplied with
the tool. You may edit logos, font sets, font sizes, etc.,
according to your requirements.
Data import via GAEB, Datanorm, THB 1.5 or ASD


Specifications lists and tenderings may be created and output in individual form.

Top features
Creating specifications lists via input or direct import of materials from the liNear Import of material detections from the ASD file
programs Comprehensive text manuals of manufacturers
Availability of input and output to all established export/import formats (GAEB, Cost estimation, calculation, and quotation according to DIN 276
Excel, Datanorm, and UGS interface) Creating and managing bidders as well as import of bidder quotations via GAEB
Setting the requested step size for position numbering (automatic renumbering) Automatic consolidation of positions with identical item numbers
Comprehensive editable print masks Option to create comprehensive address data bases

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 SERVICES SERVICES ACCOMPANYING THE SOFTWARE

The liNear services complete our offer and support you in your daily work. In the
liNear CAD Browser, we provide you with up-to-date and tested component catalogs
in 2D and 3D. In order to carry out calculations on the basis of original manufacturers'
products, our liNear data sets are also available for the liNear families Analyse and
Building. Stay up-to-date with the liNear Subscription, which provides you with the
latest version of your software. All updates can be downloaded directly via the liNear
Updater. The liNear Academy provides you with all the knowledge you need for
efficient use of the software. Make use of our individual trainings at your office or in
one of our academies in Aachen and Berlin. However, if there might be any problems,
you will get help by the liNear support team. Trained specialists support you and
find a solution to finish your projects successfully. The liNear Language Packs also
render your software solution usable for international projects. You can change the
language in the interface or just for the printouts. For example, realize your project
in English and print your results in French.
 liNear liNear liNear liNear liNear liNear
CAD Browser Data sets Subscription Academy Support Language Packs

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LINEAR CAD BROWSER

Planning with original manufacturer CAD libraries for AutoCAD and Revit Fully calculable with liNear Analyse
components The liNear CAD Browser connects AutoCAD and Revit to Each of the inserted components can be automatically
In collaboration with the industry, liNear offers the manufacturer component libraries. The entire range detected by the liNear duct and pipe network calcula-
its customers extensive CAD libraries. In this of components and powerful functionalities is therefore tions and depending on the component can be in-
way, you can carry out your planning directly available for both CAD platforms. The components can dividually considered. Both CAD platforms (AutoCAD
with the original components which will be be installed directly into the Revit building model from and Revit) are supported. By supporting the VDI 3805
used later on. This in particular increases the CAD Browser. The emerging Revit families are gen- guideline (future ISO 16757) as the basis for a CAD cata-
the usefulness of the material and order erated including all component connections - pipe and log, the selection was supplemented by additional man-
lists. The liNear CAD Browser acts as a air ducts can be installed directly. ufacturers in the industry.
central tool for finding neutral or man-
ufacturer-specific components. The
products from renowned manufactur-
ers from the HVAC and piping sector
can be found there, from the boilers
to the hot water storage tanks or the
circulation pumps to the fittings. In
addition to the technical and com-
mercial data, the corresponding
CAD drawings and CAD models
are offered in various formats in
2D and 3D. With the direct link
to AutoCAD, CADinside and
Revit, the components can
be conveniently inserted into
your model at the touch of a
button depending on the
type of component, even
directly in pipes or air
ducts, including the nec-
essary transitions and
connections.

liNear CAD Browser with extensive component catalogs of liNear industry partners

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LINEAR DATA SETS

Data sets
Detailed and tested data sets of our cooperation part-
ners are available for calculations within the liNear

Analyse and the liNear Building families as well. These

data sets are created by liNear and are tested in close
cooperation with the respective manufacturer. The
existing data sets are updated and extended regularly.

liNear Live-Announcement to stay up-to-date

After the program start, it is checked whether there are
new or updated data sets for download. These can then
be downloaded. You can decide for yourself whether
you want to install the update directly or later. Your data
sets and CAD libraries are always up-to-date.

Further available data sets and CAD libraries CAD libraries and data sets of our cooperation partners (free of charge)

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LINEAR SUBSCRIPTION

Always the best solution
Save time and money through the availability of the latest and best liNear version. As
soon as further developments are available, you will receive these directly without
further costs. This means that you do not only have the further developments before
the official release of the subsequent version, but also do not have to care of the
procurement as your update is automatically available.

Leading through innovation
The constant exchange with our customers always
leads to new innovative approaches. Our customers
are the driving force behind the continuous further
development of our solutions. As soon as these devel-
opments are available, we provide these directly to all
subscription customers as an update. As a result, your
software solution will improve over the course of the
year. You can work more efficiently than other market
participants and thus gain the decisive advantage.
Long-term planning reliability
With the long-term commitment to the liNear software
solutions, you have the certainty to rely on a software
solution that has been established for years on the
market and is future-proof. We will continue to provide
you with the best solutions available, enabling you to
achieve long-term planning security.
Compliance with standards and guidelines
New standards are not limited to software versions and
can be updated at any time. With the liNear Subscrip-
tion, you will be able to implement the standard as soon
as it is available in the software and can thus deliver
your services in accordance with the standards.
Investment security
Even if you are using our low-priced update rates, you
can save even more with the liNear subscription agree-
ment! The longer your supscription contract runs, the
more you save compared to the respective update
costs. This enables a concrete planning of your invest-
ment and gives you the chance to work cost-effectively
on the latest version of the liNear software solution.
Compatible with formats and operating sys-
tems
Data formats and operating systems go through fre-
quently changes. Do not wait until you have to work on
the basis of the new formats. liNear always supports the
current, as well as backward data exchange formats and
of course, the latest Windows version.
Increase profitability
With the liNear Subscription you have not only the se-
curity that you are always up-to-date, but you also save
money. Compared to the update, you save up to 20%
of the investment costs year by year while enjoying a
constant added value.

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LINEAR ACADEMY & LINEAR SUPPORT
liNear academy
The liNear academies in Aachen and Berlin (Germany)
provide practical program knowledge for beginners. Also
experienced users may increase their efficiency by the
practical training. On a regular basis, individual software
training courses are offered. Experienced instructors
impart the topics according to a proven schedule and
reply to individual questions. Several of our seminars are
recognized as vocational training measure of different
sponsors.
Individual training courses
In individual training courses, the training contents are
coordinated individually. On request, such courses may
be hold on basis of your current projects. Our mobile
training center features more than ten high-perfor-
mance workstations and the equipment that is required
to be able to work efficiently on-site at your company. By
this up to ten employees from your company can receive
intensive training without travel and overnight accom-
modation expense.
ACADEMY
Competent support from trained personnel
Our support team is always up-to-date and can thus
be specific to your individual questions; regardless of
whether you need support during installation, network,
or use with the software. There is hardly a question
that our support team could not answer. Therefore, you
should benefit from our long-term experience: We know
the obstacles when dealing with complex software.
We will not stop until we found the solution
Particularly in the case of projects with high time pres-
sure, direct support is important. A large part of the
callers are sent directly to a supporter. With modern
tools, such as remote control, complex questions can
be quickly solved and explained.
Annual support contract
Full service for all liNear programs including support
for questions about AutoCAD. Additionally you can get
telephone support for desktop and network installa-
tions. Our support provides help concerning ques-
tions about operating system, network, drivers and
hardware, including free call-back when the support
center is used to capacity. All support cases are doc-
umented and the documentation is made available on
request. The annua support contract is calculated at
600,- per year. The agreement provides 10 hours of
support. If the time is exceeded, the recalculation is
95,- per hour. Individual volume agreements for large
companies are also possible.
Prepaid support contract
This contract is the right alternative to the annual sup-
port contract for small businesses and experienced
liNear customers with a low demand for support. The
contract otherwise covers the same services. The pre-
paid support contract is calculated at 240,- for 2 hours
each. In the event of exceeding the support require-
ment of two hours, the contract automatically expands
by additional two hours, which are invoiced.
Support without contract
You have an urgent problem, but you do not want to
conclude a support contract yet? Of course, we will not
let you down. The liNear support can be ordered with-
out contract for 150, - / h. to be entitled to. The bill-
ing is done according to the support provided. Only a
signed order confirmation is required in advance.
Support availability
Monday - Friday: 08:30 - 12:30 am and 01:30 - 05:00 pm
(except on German holidays)
+49 241 / 889 80 20
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 LINEAR LANGUAGE PACKS - LANGUAGE PACKS FOR THE INTERFACE AND PRINTOUTS

Planning in English and print in another lan-

guage? No problem!
We provide you with seven languages, which you can
use and combine as interface or print language. In this
way it is possible to plan in one language and to print in
another. Particularly for international projects this is a
great advantage, since complex translations are no lon-
ger necessary.

One language license for all programs

Purchasing one language license enables you to use
the selected language in all liNear programs. If you add
further modules, all installed languages are also availa-
ble for these.

With German, English, French, Dutch, Italian, Russian and Turkish, seven language packs are available for the interface and printout

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 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS & MODULES

Moving completely to 64-bit liNear CAD Solutions

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CADinside German (64 bit)
Analyse Ventilation
3D Ventilation CADinside English (64 bit)
Autodesk AutoCAD 2013 - 2017 Analyse Potable Water
acturer Data Sets: Full Language Pack and
Autodesk AutoCAD Architecture 2013 - 2017 Analyse Waste Water
owser contains all manufacturer CAD Print Language Pack:
s for AutoCAD, Revit and CADinside. The German, English, French, Dutch, Russian,
Autodesk AutoCAD MEP 2013 - 2017 Analyse Gas
cturer data sets contains all product data for Turkish, Italian
ulation in liNear Analyse and liNear Building.
Autodesk Revit 2015 - 2017 Analyse AddOn Siphonic
liNear CADinside (powered by Autodesk) Design 3D Pipe&Power
IFC-interface Design 3D Ventilation

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Interfaces to commercial programs
quirements: Windows 7 (64 bit), Windows 8 (64 bit) and Windows 10 (64 bit)

Compatible with Microsoft Office

liNear CAD Solutions liNear CAD Browser
liNear CAD Browser
liNear Building liNear Building
Networking capabilities Building Heating
liNear Quote
Windows 2003-Server Building Cooling Dynamic
Windows 2008-Server Building Ventilation
Windows 2012-Server Building EnEV
bH Phone +49 (0) 241/889 80 10
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E-Mail info@linear.eu Building AddOn Revit Interface
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Im Ssterfeld 20
52072 Aachen
Germany

Tel.: +49(0)241/889 80 10
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www.linear.eu

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