After three weeks of non-stop coding I needed a break so I spent the day at the track (walking, I'm too old to run anymore) and then spent the evening digging up docs on Bryant furnaces. Surprisingly the dimensional data is quite accurate and thorough, here is the result:



Six actual models added, but really there are only three sizes (17.5, 21, 24).

I've been giving the calculations more thought and if I am able to incorporate that into the plugin then the BTUs, and other specs on these furnaces will also come in handy. I will probably need to create some sort of database or flat text file that has all the pertinent data on each furnace and the ability for the user to enter in custom furnaces and other appliances.

I always find that doing some low level modeling has an almost therapeutic effect. Maybe SketchUp is just such an fun to use and intuitive modeling environment, either way I find it to be a great way to relax and unwind.

Version 0.9.0 - 07.10.2025
- Created the Medeek HVAC Plugin, utilizing SketchUp's Ruby API.
- Added tools to create ductwork, fittings, and HVAC appliances (AC, furnaces, and heat pumps).

The BETA version is out, you can now download the trial version here:

http://design.medeek.com/calculator/sketchup/medeek_hvac_ext.rbz

Please be advised this is the very first release of the extension and there will be many fires to put out.

Tutorial 1 - Extension Overview (20.18 min.)

Hmmm..... Normally a link and forum name like that makes me think 'spammer' but you are in the PNW so perhaps a real honest person though clearly you wouldn't need my help to build a deck

And thanks for the kind words.  I usually don't post here as often as in the past but that's because my videos are more about power these days than about building since I'm too beat up these days to do as much hard work as I used to.

Wow! Good stuff. If you have more videos to add to this thread count me in as a viewer. Might need you to help me build some decks soon. Stay cool up there!

https://www.everettdeckbuilders.com/

When building a log cabin in the mountains where winters are super snowy and summers get really hot, what type of wood should I use? How steep should the roof be so it won't collapse from snow? Can (spam link removed)injection moulding technology be used?

The following toolbar will be added for HVAC Appliances:



The HVAC Appliance tool will be for adding AC units, furnaces, fans, VAV's, boilers etc... Essentially any preconfigured HVAC equipment that is not duct work.

The will be simple stand alone assemblies that one can reposition using the native tools.

Oval, round and rectangular are now up and running:

It looks like you did 12' ballon framed walls and went with a rim board and not a ridge beam. I've been wondering if I could build that way for my cabin build. Wasn't sure if the knee wall above the floor joists would be prone to being pushed out by the rafters.
Your cabin looks great.

Version 4.0.3 - 07.03.2025
- Fixed a long standing bug (06/27/2023) with the edit dimension tool for framing dimensions (rectangular walls).