Introduction to HVAKR

HVAKR is a cloud-based HVAC design platform built for mechanical engineers. It streamlines the entire HVAC design workflow from load calculations to equipment selection and report generation.

What is HVAKR?

HVAKR handles the complete HVAC design process:

• Load Calculations - Cooling and heating load calculations based on ANSI/ASHRAE/ACCA Standard 183
• Ventilation Design - ASHRAE 62.1 compliant ventilation calculations
• Duct Layout - Duct sizing and layout design with critical path analysis
• Equipment Sizing - Central and terminal unit selection
• Report Generation - Professional reports including loads summary, equipment schedules, and duct schedules

Key Features

Cloud-Based Design

Access your projects from anywhere. All calculations happen in real-time, and your work is automatically saved.

Standards Compliance

HVAKR implements industry standards including:

• ANSI/ASHRAE/ACCA Standard 183 for load calculations
• ASHRAE 62.1 for ventilation requirements
• ASHRAE weather data for design conditions

Collaboration

Share projects with team members and work together in real-time. See who’s working on what with live presence indicators.

AI-Powered Tools

Use AI to accelerate your workflow:

• AI Space Takeoff automatically identifies spaces from floor plans
• AI Chat assists with project setup and design questions

Interactive Visualization

View your building model in 2D and 3D. The psychrometric chart and ductulator tools help you understand and optimize your designs.

Getting Help

• Documentation - You’re reading it! Use the sidebar to navigate to specific topics.
• Support - Contact support@hvakr.com for assistance.
• Video Tutorials - Available in the app under the Videos section.

Next Steps

Ready to get started? Continue to the Quick Start guide to create your first project.