Release Notes

Release Notes

Welcome to the official Release Notes of the Hysopt product portfolio. This page gives you a concise overview of all updates to the Hysopt product portfolio.

If an update is only applicable to a specific Hysopt product, the update is marked with the corresponding product label (e.g. Simulator-only, Calculator-only ).
All other updates are general software improvements available to all users.

For the Hysopt BIM Syncer, updates marked with 🔄️ require an update of the revit plug-in. This newest revit plug-in can be downloaded here.

Changes Mar 4, 2026

Launching the Building Simulation Quickstart (BSQ) wizard

  • Introduced the new Building Simulation Quickstart (BSQ) wizard to significantly accelerate model setup.

  • Enables automatic generation of common header configurations.

  • Optimised for enabling fast processing of importing building simulation data in Hysopt.

  • More information can be found at Building Simulation Quickstart

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Example usage of the building simulation quickstart wizard

Introducing the template replacement functionality (Ctrl+P)

  • Auto-insert templates in your system using the new template replacement functionality (Ctrl+P)

  • The functionality automatically inserts energy centre templates at the location of placeholder BCs

  • Relevant control connections are made automatically, reducing the need for manual template setup

  • More information can be found at Template Configuration window (Ctrl+P)

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The template configuration screen (Ctrl+P)

Added energy centre placeholder BCs for early-stage simulations

  • Added new energy centre placeholder base circuits (BCs).

  • Intended for use in early project phases when the final production setup is not yet defined.

  • Placeholder BCs can be easily replaced with actual energy centre concepts using the template replacement functionality.

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New energy centre placholder base circuits

Enhanced the inspiration library user interactions

  • Improved user interactions within the Inspiration Library.

  • Upgraded the filtering interation with instant response

  • Improved the ‘preview’ option by opening previewed models in new browser tabs


New Base Circuits (BCs)

  • Non-return valves

    • Added non-return valve in supply and non-return valve in return under ‘distribution circuits’

    • Providing these as individual BCs increase modelling flexibility

  • Added a manual control switch to the control library Simulator-only



Beta Release

Beta features provide early access to functionality that is still under active development. They allow users to explore upcoming capabilities and provide feedback that helps shape future feature releases. Beta features are optional and can be enabled individually via the User Preferences. They are disabled by default to ensure a stable and predictable modelling experience. Note that functionality offered as beta may change or be removed in future releases.

Beta-released features can be found under this section, complemented with the tag beta release.

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Section in the user preference settings in which beta features can be (de)activated

New Beta release: Solver improvements for faster simulation beta release Simulator-only

  • Introduced solver performance improvements as a beta feature.

  • The solver improvements are most noticeable for large simulations

Changes Feb 18, 2026

New Thercon HP Booster (DSW200WQ) now available in catalogue Calculator-only

  • Added the new DSW200WQ HP Booster to the component catalogue.

  • The component is available in the Thercon sanistage Base Circuit for DHW applications.

  • More technical details on this component are available on the website of Thercon.

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The new DSW200WQ in the Hysopt catalogue

Improved usability of DHW buffer vessel parameter list

  • The design heat flow and regime parameters are now bare input parameters for better usability

  • The update ensures consistent behaviour with the input view option.


Updated freezing point error on pipes Simulator-only

  • The freezing point error on pipes is now only applicable when using Coolflow DTX.

Changes Feb 4, 2026

Full-year simulations now retain hourly data of all variables Simulator-only

  • Graph data of all variables are now available after a year simulation

  • The update allows for more convenient and deeper analysis posibilities of long simulations

  • The software has been improved fundamentally, increasing simulation performance of complex models


Upgraded the PDF export with a high-resolution option (max DPI)

  • The PDF export DPI setting now has an option “Max

  • The max option will automatically provide the user with a high-resolution PDF export

  • The update allows to download clear Hysopt schematics to share with co-workers.

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New DPI option allows for a high-resolution max. setting

Enhanced the legend formatting of pipe heatmap exports

  • The legend of a pipe heatmap export is now properly adapted per page size


Improved the user experience of the PDF export dialogue

  • The user experience of the PDF export is improved by pre-filtering valid DPI options

  • The update ensures that users do not trigger an invalid PDF export, causing an instant browser crash


Minor UI updates and bug fixes

  • The selected energy unit is now taken into account in hover tooltips Simulator-only

  • The month selector in the simulation start window has been restored Simulator-only

  • New wiki page on the usage of pipe heatmaps.

Changes Jan 21, 2026

Upgraded the Simulation dashboard Simulator-only

  • Added a Maximum Recuperation capacity variable to the direct heat recovery analysis

    • The variable dynamically updates associated graphs and KPIs, improving analysis capability of residual load

    • The variable is pre-filled with the maximal heat recuperation capacity from the simulation

  • Added a simulation time indicator to provide context from when the displayed results originate.

  • Introduced Add to Clipboard on dashboard graphs for easy integration with spreadsheet-like programs.

  • The design heat flow used for the Equivalent Full Load Hours calculation can now be customised via the dashboard measurement BC.

  • A new wiki page has been added with a detailed interpretation of the simulation dashboard, which you can consult here

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Example usage of the new dynamic parameter maximal recuperation capacity

Pipe heatmap export with canvas scope

  • PDF download of pipe heat maps on scope “canvas” are now fully supported

  • Each canvas now receives a specific legend with corresponding colour coding of the pipes.


Canvas selection for the PDF export

  • User can now select which canvasses to include in the PDF export.

  • The functionality allows users to download schematics in a more tailored way

  • In big models, selecting fewer canvasses increases the success rate and download speed

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Canvas selector in the PDF export dialogue

Pipe pressure losses split in linear/fitting pressure losses Calculator-only

  • Pipe pressure losses are now separated into:

    • Linear pressure drop:

      • The gradual loss of fluid pressure over a pipe segment due to friction with the inner wall.

      • The linear pressure drop is characterised by design conditions and pipe properties

    • Fittings pressure drop

      • The sum of localised losses of fluid pressure caused by components or singularities in the system, like elbows, inlets, outlets, contraction/expansion, etc.

      • The fittings pressure drop is characterised by a ζ-value (zeta value)

  • The pressure drop per unit length parameter is updated to linear pressure drop per meter for better allignment with engineering practices, excluding fitting losses.

  • The pipe dynamic label is updated correspondingly


Minor UI improvements and bug fixes

  • Fixed issue where Break-into Pipes did not correctly mark the model as modified.

  • Improved warning detection for buffer vessels operating below 4 °C when glycol is already used as medium.

  • Added validation checks to ensure valid input for the Tap Profile Generator. Simulator-only

  • Introduced temperature checks for the Hydratech Coolflow DTX medium to ensure operation within valid temperature ranges Simulator-only



Beta Release

Beta features provide early access to functionality that is still under active development. They allow users to explore upcoming capabilities and provide feedback that helps shape future feature releases. Beta features are optional and can be enabled individually via the User Preferences. They are disabled by default to ensure a stable and predictable modelling experience. Note that functionality offered as beta may change or be removed in future releases.

Beta-released features can be found under this section, complemented with the tag beta release.

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New section in the user preference settings in which beta features can be (de)activated

First Beta release: IES Data upload in the thermal load generator beta release

  • You can now directly upload data files as exported by IES in the Hysopt software

  • The functionality allows for a seamless integration between IES and Hysopt

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IES Data upload on the thermal load profile generator (Beta release)

 


Changes Jan 5, 2026

Introducing the simulation dashboard, see simulation dashboard Simulator-only

  • The simulation dashboard is now available, providing structured guidance for post-simulation model analysis.

  • Provides an initial load assessment to quickly evaluate suitable energy centre concepts and indicative system sizing.

  • Includes three analysis sections: Energy, Direct Heat Recovery, and Cumulative Heat Balance.

  • Opens in a separate browser tab, allowing simultaneous analysis alongside the Hysopt model.

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Snippet of the new simulation dashboard

End units with integrated building load injection Simulator-only

  • Added new heat flow controlled end units for heating, cooling and changeover (see end units)

  • The new base circuits contain integrated control logic for easy integration of building simulation data or measurement data.

  • Snippets are available for each of the new Base Circuits for even faster integration of heat flow data in the model

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Three new Base Circuits: Heat flow controlled end unit for heating (left), cooling (middle) and changeover (right)

New Base Circuit (BC): Thermal load profile generator Simulator-only

  • Introduced a new Thermal Load Profile Generator Base Circuit in generators (Control).

  • Enables direct import of external heat-flow or power profiles from building simulations or measurement data.


New Base Circuit (BC): Three-way mixing valve

  • Added a new three-way mixing valve base circuit to the distribution circuits (heating and cooling)

  • The new component provides more drawing flexibility when modelling mixing circuits

  • It is now possible to draw system layouts where pump and mixing valves are not located together.


New Base Circuits (BCs): Zoneless end units for cooling and changeover

  • Introducing dynamic end units without zone for cooling and changeover.


New fluid type: Hydratech Coolflow DTX

  • Added Coolflow DTX, an ethylene-glycol-based heat transfer fluid with antifreeze functionality, as new brine option on the expansion vessel.

  • More information on the medium properties and applications can be found on the website of Hydratech Coolflow

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Example usage of the new Coolflow DTX fluid at the expansion vessel Base Circuit

Search functionality in the Hysopt library

  • Added a search bar to the Hysopt library for finding specific base circuits quicker, improve overall model efficiency


Minor UI improvements and bug fixes

  • Improved robustness of temperature unit handling when changing units in parameter help windows.

  • Improved user feedback when exporting pipe heat maps with the scope set to Canvas.

Changes Dec 10, 2025

General performance boost of the Hysopt interface

  • The overall performance of the Hysopt user interface has been significantly improved.

  • Model interaction is now noticeably faster and more responsive

  • Performance gains are most apparent for large models, particularly those containing many components.


Custom P&ID identifiers are now applied to graph legends Simulator-only

  • Custom P&ID identifiers are now consistently propagated to graph legends.

  • The update improves readability and traceability during simulation analysis.

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Upgraded the Ramp BC with relative to simulation start option

  • The Ramp BC (in control library) has been upgraded with a new timing option.

  • When enabled, the ramp starting time reference is the simulation starting date and no longer 1 January of the selected year.


PDF export now includes the pipe heatmap legend

  • Exported PDFs now include the pipe heatmap legend

  • This allows heatmap exports to be used as standalone documents in reports and project deliverables.

  • Temporary limitation: PDF export is currently not supported for heatmaps with scope set to “Canvas”

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Example of exporting a PDF with the pipe heatmap activated

General UI improvements and bug fixes

  • Improved state of the floor plan layer after saving, preventing unintended layer resets.

  • Introduced support and error handling for models with only zero load propagation.

  • Updated vertical and horizontal alignment behaviour to always remain consistent with the Hysopt detailed grid.

  • Updated the visual representation of the changeover end unit to a more compact format.

  • Resolved UI glitch of the User Preferences window on smaller screens.

Changes Nov 26, 2025

Hysopt is now available in Microsoft Edge

  • Hysopt compatibility has been extended to Google Chrome and Microsoft Edge.

  • As the application is cloud-based, users can seamlessly switch between browsers at all times.


New heat meter box for custom in-depth energy analysis Simulator-only

  • A new heat meter box is now available under Energy Metering in the Control library.

  • The meter can be connected to sensors across the system to combine multiple heat flows.

  • This feature enables custom and in-depth analysis of system heat flow behaviour.

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Application of the new heat meter box for energy analysis of system subsets

Minor UI improvements and bug fixes

  • Corrected the Kv calculator help in combination with refrigerants (under Pressure drop in design parameters). Calculator-only

  • Improved robustness of CSV file downloads for more reliable data exports. Simulator-only

  • Extended DPI options of the pdf export for better resolution on exported schematics

Changes Nov 12, 2025

Upgraded heating end units with improved return temperature behaviour in part load Simulator-only

  • Added a representation parameter to indicate whether the Base Circuit (BC) represents a single end unit or a group of multiple end units.

  • When the representation is set to “multiple”, an advanced parameter called Return temperature behaviour factor becomes available.

  • The return temperature behaviour factor allows for more realistic return temperature behaviour of a single equivalent end unit (which represents a group)

  • The upgrade allows users to take control of return temperatures within physical boundaries, avoiding unrealistically low return temperatures.


Added a streamlined pareto export and energy report option Simulator-only

  • The exported Pareto report is now identical in layout and content to the in-Hysopt pareto version

  • The same streamlined pareto format now also applies to the energy report, providing a clean energy overview of the model.


Raw Pareto exports remain available for custom post-processing Simulator-only

  • Users with custom post-processing tools built on the old, static pareto export can continue using the raw Pareto exports.

  • The raw variant provides a comprehensive and consistent overview of all production components and energy flows in Hysopt, independent of the model content.


Minor UI improvements and bug fixes

  • Fixed incorrect medium propagation on both sides of the polyvalent heat pump.

  • Improved error messages for invalid uploads of COP/power data or data files.

Changes Oct 29, 2025

Upgraded graph copy-to-clipboard with more data options Simulator-only

  • Extra option to solely select the data values (y-axis), excluding the time axis

  • The new option allows for smoother post-processing in spreadsheet software


Added support for mass- and volume-based glycol mixtures


Improved robustness of .csv export functionality Simulator-only

  • Improved robustness of exporting existing csv files from Hysopt


Minor UI improvements and general bug fixes

  • Added Danish krone (DKK) to the available monetary units Simulator-only

  • New error messages at low glycol mixture percentages to stimulate good design practices.

  • Fixed issue with auto-connect (Ctrl+A) when placing a zone on an end unit

  • Improved handling of the Enter key in the model explorer for smoother navigation.

Changes Oct 15, 2025

Introducing pipe heatmaps for advanced system-level analysis

  • Enable pipe heatmaps using the Pipe heatmap control window image-20251014-124825.png

  • Pipes are given a colour based on the selected variable using a scale detemined by the Scope and Mode settings

  • The feature allows a system-level overview to e.g. identify system bottlenecks or future extension opportunities

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Example of a pipe heatmap using the pipe heatmap control window in Hysopt

Component report: pipes are now grouped per application type Calculator-only

  • Pipes are now grouped per application type in the component list for a better pipe overview

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Component list with pipes grouped per application type

Reintroducing tags to facilitate easy component grouping, see Tags

  • Easily make custom component groups by using the Tags framework (available when having a BC selected)

  • The tag framework allows you to create subsets of Base Circuits for e.g. fast group-level parameter adjustment or group-level Base Circuit movement

  • You can search for existing tag groups using the general Search image-20251014-120610.png in the top ribbon bar.


Added search functionality to the operation list

  • A new search bar has been added to the operation list for to smoothen the workflow


Added AHU inlet overrides for more simulation flexibility Simulator-only

Three additional inlet condition overrides added to the AHU blocks (Inlet temperature, Inlet absolute humidity, inlet relative humidity)

The connectors allow users to decouple the inlet conditions from the external air conditions, enabling analysis of other use-case


Added AHU air flow connector for custom fan control Simulator-only

  • Additional output connector Air flow rate at the supply fan

  • The connector allows to implement a custom fan control without having additional duct sensors


Minor UI improvements and general bug fixes

  • Improved hover message readability during zoom-out

  • Added direct wiki links to all production unit Base Circuits for a more direct search on the wiki image-20251014-115529.png

  • Improved error messaging when encountering issues with custom pipe types/pressure profiles

  • Hybrid production parameters are now correctly updated in all design calculation steps

  • Resolved the wrong propagation of medium type at both sides of the heat exchanger for heating and cooling BC

  • Fixed translation of KV(s) in complex parameter window of Kv/KVs parameters

Changes Oct 1, 2025

Introducing break-into pipes

  • You can now snap components directly into pipes, allowing for faster and more intuitive model building.

  • Existing properties of the pipe are maintained over new pipe segments (exception: pipe length given to one segment)

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New graph on controllers: setpoint when activated Simulator-only

  • A new graph has been added to controllers to display the setpoint whenever they are activated.

  • The feature makes it easier to troubleshoot and verify controller logic during simulations.


Improved handling of the temperature unit at room controllers Simulator-only

  • Room controllers now handle temperature units (°C/°F) more consistently across the Hysopt software


Minor UI updates and bug fixes

  • Introduced protection against illegal characters in parameter input fields

  • Improved robustness of new CSV file upload for column headers with number values Simulator-only

  • Bug resolve related to the temperature propagation over ventilation ducts

Changes Sep 17, 2025

Improved CSV Integration by adding customisation options in the user preference settings image-20250915-153722.png

  • You can now customise the column and decimal separator used in your CSV files, ensuring better compatibility with spreadsheet programs like Microsoft Excel.

  • Correct separators ensure automatic detection of columns and numbers in Excel and similar tools.

  • More information on the CSV format can be found in CSV Integration.

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CSV export: Effect of column separator setting when opening Hysopt export data in Microsoft Excel

Added copy to clipboard functionality on graphs to quick transfer of Hysopt data to spreadsheet software (e.g. Excel, Google Sheets) Simulator-only

  • The functionality allows direct data transfer without downloading CSV files, enabling smoother integration with third-party software.

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Copy to clipboard functionality to quickly export Hysopt data to spreadsheet software