Sommer Informatik GmbH
www.sommer-informatik.com/en/home/
About us
Founded in 1996, Sommer Informatik GmbH from Rosenheim stands for highly qualified software solutions in the fields of building physics and structural analysis of windows, façades and glass.
The software portfolio includes calculations for the structural analysis of horizontal and vertical glazing for Germany, Europe, Switzerland, Austria and the USA, as well as calculations of light, solar and thermal characteristics of glazing in combination with solar shading.
In addition, calculations of thermal stresses occurring in glass surfaces can be carried out. The range is rounded off by software for calculating heat flows, isotherms, Uf and Ψ values in accordance with EN ISO 10077-2 as well as Ufr, Ueg and Ucg values in accordance with ISO 15099 / NFRC 100 with 2D and 3D thermal bridge calculation.
Continuous collaboration with research and industry enables the high quality standard of the software solutions.
Address
Sepp-Heindl-Str. 5
83026 Rosenheim
Germany
E-mail: info@sommer-informatik.com
Phone: +49 8031 24881
Internet: www.sommer-informatik.com/en/home/
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Products & Services
Professional building physics software for windows, facades and glass
GLASGLOBAL®
Powerful glass statics calculation with FEM, point fixings, fall protection, walk-on and accessible glazing for
Germany (DIN 18008)
Europe (EN 16612)
Austria (ÖNROM)
Switzerland (SIA 2057)
USA (ASTM)
WINISO®
Calculation of heat flows, thermal bridges, isotherms and Uf values according to EN ISO 10077-2:2018 as well as Ufr, Ueg and Ucg values according to ISO 15099 and NFRC.
Imported CAD files can be prepared by automatic detection and correction of CAD errors. Thus, complicated components and systems can be analysed and calculated with short computing times and small data sizes. The integrated FEM calculation kernel enables the most accurate results.
Features
Highly automated geometry preparation of CAD data (.dxf & .dwg)
Detailed transfer of CAD data incl. radii and bevels
New solver and new calculation core with automatic FEM meshing
Automatic FEM meshing can be controlled flexibly and specifically, resulting in high calculation speeds
Calculation according to the "radiosity model" (new cavity model according to EN ISO 10077-2:2018) and with equivalent conductivity (EN ISO 10077-2:2012/2018)
Simple definition of foils, coatings and surface properties using line drawings
Automatic material allocation based on CAD layers
Gas filling for inter-pane spaces according to DIN EN 673 freely mixable
Automated Uf calculation of window and façade profiles
Psi-values of thermal bridges and insulating glass spacers according to EN ISO 10211 and EN ISO 10077-2
Ug-values of multi-pane insulating glass according to EN 673
U-values of any construction according to EN ISO 6946
Calculation of isotherms, surface temperatures and temperature factor according to DIN 4108-2/-3
WINISO® 3D
Calculation of heat flows, 2D and 3D thermal bridges, isothermal surfaces and U-values according to EN ISO 10211
Imported 3D CAD data can be intuitively and efficiently cleaned of errors and prepared. The essential details can be worked out specifically and true to the original from extensive and complex source data. After simple processing and a short calculation time, the FEM calculation kernel delivers the thermal properties of the detail with maximum accuracy.
Performance features
Highly automated geometry preparation of CAD data (DXF, DWG, STEP)
Detailed transfer of CAD data. Recognition of curved surfaces (radii, freeform) Automatic and manual preparation
FEM calculation with flexible automatic tetrahedron meshing. Automatic mesh refinement on small-scale geometry details
WINSLT®
WINSLT® is the software solution for calculating photometric, solar and thermal characteristics of glazing in combination with solar shading. In WINSLT® own spectral datasets for coatings, glasses and sun protection can be imported and used. The climatic boundary conditions are freely selectable. Furthermore, the structure can consist of any number of glass panes and a lamella module is available as an add-on. After your calculation, the determined performance data for the respective product variants can simply be transferred to the declaration of performance and printed out.
Features
Extensive database with various products from international glass and sun shading manufacturers
Import of own spectral data
Boundary conditions according to EN 52022-3 or freely definable
Calculations in accordance with US standard ISO 15099/ASHRAE
Calculation of any pane structure
Display of the temperature curve across the cross-section
Calculation of reflection, transmission and absorption
Calculation of the Ug-value according to EN ISO 673
Calculation of the Ug-value and the SHGC-value according to ISO 15099 / ASHRAE
Calculation of the g-value according to EN 410
Calculation of the gtot value according to EN ISO 52022-3
Creation of a declaration of performance and CE marking for any glass structures in many language versions
WINTHS®
WINTHS® is the software solution for simple and user-friendly calculation of the climatic conditions acting on glass panes, taking into account geographical location and historical weather data in accordance with NF DTU 39 P3.
WINTHS® makes it possible to determine the occurring thermal stresses on glass surfaces in advance with regard to extreme weather data, thus drastically minimizing the risk of glass breakage.
In the calculation, WINTHS® takes into account a wide range of factors that influence the thermal loads on glass surfaces. The pane structure is fundamental: glass quality, edge quality, gaps, gas fillings, type and thickness of the frame and its thermal inertia.
These values are set in relation to the prevailing climatic conditions at the installation site. The basis for this can be existing climate data (average and extreme values) for this region, as well as freely selectable values.
The results are displayed in the form of graphs. In addition, all relevant calculation results are displayed to the user in a detailed report, including a summary of whether the respective glass structure satisfies the locally prevailing temperature fluctuations.
Features
Calculation according to NF DTU 39 P3
Extensive database with products from international glass and sun protection manufacturers
Calculation of any pane structures and shading arrangements
Detailed thermal modeling of the frame for low, medium or high thermal inertia
Over 3600 international climate data sets available. Display of outdoor temperatures, solar radiation, cloud cover, air quality and ambient albedo
Comprehensive mapping of properties and installation conditions of the glazing: orientation, partial shading, coatings, printing, storage, processing of the glass edg
All special cases in accordance with NF DTU 39 P3: external solar shading, internal opaque elements, sliding elements, projecting glazing, wall insertion, heat sources
Graphical evaluation in diagram form, with false colors and as time-resolved animation
PDF reports for documentation and communication of proofs
Structured saving of projects in the SommerGlobal® database and intuitive data exchange with the SommerGlobal® applications WINSLT®, GLASGLOBAL® and WINISO®
WINSPZ®
Software solution for the management and evaluation of sound test certificates
WINSPZ® is an innovative software solution that has been specially developed for the management and evaluation of sound test certificates.
The WINSPZ® database offers a comprehensive set of test certificates and test values from glazing manufacturers around the world and is updated on an ongoing basis. You can also enter your own sound test certificates in the database.
The WINSPZ® user interface is intuitive to use and supports efficient working methods. Engineers, architects and manufacturers can use WINSPZ® to find applicable test certificates for specified glass structures as well as to determine glass structures for specified sound insulation values (reverse search), saving time and resources.
All relevant sound parameters are displayed to the user within a detailed report.
Performance features
Management and evaluation of sound test certificates
Determination of glass structures for specified characteristic values (reverse search)
Suggestion of suitable test certificates for existing glass structures
Extensive database
Interface to WINSLT®, WINTHS®, GLASGLOBAL® and WINISO®
Database with test certificates and test values from manufacturers worldwide
Assignment of applicable test certificates to specified glass structures
Determination of tested glass structures based on required sound insulation values
Interface to WINSLT®, WINTHS®, GLASGLOBAL® and WINISO®
Integrated and efficient project processing with up-to-date sound test data