May 2015

Geothermal Systems that, “Work By Design, Not By Accident”

Who Uses GLD Software?

GLD, the leading commercial GSHP design software suite, is used by customers in over 60 countries.  The power to accurately simulate large, complex designs, small commercial projects and everything in between is the reason that designers and engineers turn to GLD.  


New Heat Pumps In Latest Build

GLD2014 now contains the ClimateMaster Trilogy 45 series of heat pumps and the WaterFurnace Envision 2 NKW Reversible Chiller series.  This is a free upgrade for users of GLD2014.  Are you interested in adding other pumps?  Contact us.

 

GLD2014 Build 8.0.10 Now Available for Download

The latest build of GLD2014 contains a number of maintenance fixes and adds new heatpumps to the library.  This release also updates the TC module for users of the GeoCube and other test fixtures for measuring TC values.  Downloads are available here:

 

Online Tutorials Available at Ground Loop Design Website

In addition to the 300+ page user manual, there are user tutorials and recorded webinars available from the website.   If you are a new user or just looking for a quick refresher, there are videos of topics ranging from initial overviews to more in-depth topics such as designing with hybrids and utilizing hourly load data.  Additionally, there is a series of “Skill-Builders” to help you take your designs to the next level. 

GLD “Skill Builders” can be found here:

View our tutorials and recent online webinars to see GLD in action: View on-Line

  


Enhance Your Skills - Available Training:

 Advanced Loopfield and Piping Design (online)  Featuring GLD2014

Dates:   

  • Starts:  May 11, 2015 (M-W-F)  12:00 – 15:00 CST

  • Starts:   June 11, 2015 (Thursdays)  12:00 - 15:00 CST
     

Taught by Dan Bernstein, a leading industry expert in geothermal loopfield design.  All participants receive a Certificate of Completion for use in continuing education requirements.  This (9) hour course requires a computer and DSL or better internet connection in order to participate.    Multi-student Discount Available.

 Course Details and Registration


Geothermal Industry Partners:

  • Precision Geothermal - Makers of the GeoCube Thermal Conductivity Test Unit
  • IGSHPA - Industry Association for advancement of Geothermal Design

 

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