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CYPELEC Grounding IEC
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CYPELEC Grounding IEC

Programs discontinued from version 2025.c

As of version 2025.c of CYPE programs the following apps will be discontinued:

CYPETEL Schematics
The features of this program for the analysis and design of the diagrams of telecommunications systems are included in CYPETEL (see the new feature for version 2025.c "CYPETEL (new program)"), and important improvements and manufacturer catalogues have been added. CYPETEL Schematics jobs cannot be read by CYPETEL.
Open BIM Signs
The features in this app are integrated into CYPE Architecture and CYPEFIRE and now allow signals to be entered from the catalogues included in these two programs. Open BIM Signs jobs cannot be read by CYPE Architecture or CYPEFIRE.
CYPELEC Grounding IEC / CYPELEC Grounding IEEE
The services of these programs are integrated into CYPELEC and CYPELEC Distribution. Jobs in CYPELEC Grounding IEC or CYPELEC Grounding IEEE cannot be read by CYPELEC or CYPELEC Distribution.
CYPEPLUMBING Solar Systems
The features of this program are included in CYPEPLUMBING (see the new feature of this 2025.c version "Incorporating CYPEPLUMBING Solar Systems into CYPEPLUMBING"), and it also adds important improvements. CYPEPLUMBING can import jobs from CYPEPLUMBING Solar Systems.

Representation of grounding systems

The grounding systems can be represented in the geometrical model of the building.

The grounding systems that can be represented are those defined from the following types:

IEC 60364-5-54
IEEE Std 80-2000

For this purpose, a new group of tools called "Grounding" is enabled, which makes it possible to enter the geometry of the grounding electrodes, and an icon called "Grounding systems" in which parameters such as the type of soil, layers, etc. are defined, which complement the complete definition of the chosen system.

The information about the different grounding systems defined can be exported to the BIM project and subsequently used in programs such as CYPELEC.

Changes to the apps available in CYPE Menu

The following modifications have been made to the apps available in the CYPE Menu:

New apps

Now, in addition to the apps that are translated into the installation language of the CYPE Menu, there are also apps available in English.

Deleted apps

CYPEPLUMBING Solar Systems. Integrated in CYPEPLUMBING.
CYPETEL Schematics. Replaced by CYPETEL.
CYPELEC Grounding IEC and CYPELEC Grounding IEEE. Integrated into CYPELEC and CYPELEC Distribution.

Incorporating the grounding system design programs (CYPELEC Grounding IEC and CYPELEC Grounding IEEE) into CYPELEC

As of version 2025.c of "CYPELEC" (for REBT, NF and RETIE), the following programs are integrated:

CYPELEC Grounding IEC
CYPELEC Grounding IEEE

To create a grounding system, the grounding systems panel is enabled within the "Elements library" icon, where the designer can define the grounding system according to the following types:

IEC 60364-5-54
IEEE Std 80-2000

The use of any of these systems is followed by the final analysis of the total resistance obtained and its check report.

The defined grounding systems, and more specifically the resistance obtained from them, can subsequently be used in the analysis of the diagram of the electrical system, as a parameter for:

The grounding resistance of the soil, or
The neutral grounding resistance.

To carry out this operation, go to "General conditions" and select the corresponding grounding system from among those created previously.

Update notification available

As of version 2025.b, applications now display a warning message in their initial window when a new update is available. This message provides information about the "installed version" and the "available version", together with a direct link to the Store page of the BIMserver.center web platform.

Clicking on the “Upgrade to the latest version” button automatically starts the download and installation process of the application. This feature ensures that the most current version of the program is always being used, thus benefiting from the latest improvements.

This method replaces the automatic notification and update process of a new version in the BIMserver.center programs available in previous versions.

Link to the BIMserver.center Store

In the configuration panel for each application, a direct link to its page in the BIMserver.center web store has been included.

By clicking on the “Go to BIMserver.center Store” button, users are redirected directly to the corresponding page in the Store, where they can learn more about the application, view its features, read reviews from other users and see examples of real contributions.

This feature provides easy access to additional resources and support, enhancing the user experience by providing quick and easy access to all relevant information about the applications.

Information about the license model

An information message has been incorporated into the installation button of the applications so that, before proceeding with the installation, users can identify which applications are free to use (free of charge) and which require licensing permissions (including paid modules).

This enhancement improves the user experience by providing clarity and transparency on the options available to the user based on their license model.

Installing background apps

In the new 2025.b version of CYPE Menu, the background installation feature has been added. Users can now continue working on other tasks while applications are automatically installed in the background.

During the background installation process, the “Installing program” message is displayed next to the applications button in the main CYPE Menu window. Once completed, the message disappears and the application can be run.

This feature is designed to make applications easier to use and manage, improving productivity and the overall experience by minimising waiting time and interruptions during the installation of new applications or upgrades.

Connection to BIMserver.center

There is now an additional option in the main CYPE Menu window to “Log in” to BIMserver.center.

This way, downloaded applications also appear in the user's account on the BIMserver.center platform.

Changes to the applications available from the menu

The following modifications have been made to the availability of the applications from the CYPE Menu.

New:

CYPEHVAC Schematics
ELODIE by CYPE (Only in the CYPE Menu in French)

Deleted:

CYPELEC Core, CYPELEC REBT, CYPELEC NF and CYPELEC RETIE. They are joined together in a single program called CYPELEC.
CYPESOUND CTE, CYPESOUND NRA, CYPESOUND RRAE, CYPESOUND DRAPDE. They are integrated into CYPESOUND.
CYPEURBAN. Available for download and installation from the BIMserver.center platform.
IFC Uploader. New contributions can now be created directly from the project page on the BIMserver.center platform.
CYPEFIRE FDS Viewer. CYPEFIRE FDS can be used to view FDS simulations.

Updating all the applications

The "Updates" option has been implemented in the main CYPE Menu window. Thanks to this tool, multiple updates of installed applications can be carried out via the CYPE Menu.

When clicking on the “Updates” option, a window opens with a list of all installed applications. Select a set of them and, after clicking "Accept", the update process will start.

During this process, progress is displayed in the main CYPE Menu window indicating the current status of the update.

If an update is available for the CYPE Menu itself, it is shown below the list of applications to be updated. However, it is important to note that the update of the CYPE Menu is carried out on its own.

This new feature makes application maintenance easier, ensuring that the latest improvements are always available.

Link to the project owner's public profile on BIMserver.center

Now, from the BIMserver.center project information window (displayed by clicking on the project name visible in the top right bar of the application), the owner's public profile page can be accessed on the BIMserver.center platform via the link inserted in the text representing the owner's name.

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