At SEDC, we combine traditional engineering expertise with state-of-the-art digital tools. With the introduction of Perplexity AI and SearXNG, we are optimising our research processes for even more precise and efficient building services solutions.
Why digital research tools in building services planning?
Building services engineering is developing rapidly. New standards, innovative heating systems, smart building technologies and constantly changing energy efficiency standards require continuous professional development and precise research.
As a responsible engineering consultancy, we asked ourselves: how can we ensure that our planning is always based on the latest state of the art? The answer: intelligent digital tools that perfectly complement our expertise.
Perplexity AI: AI-supported research for complex building services questions
Practical applications in our day-to-day engineering work:
Keeping track of updates to standards
- Rapid analysis of new SIA standards and their impact on ongoing projects
- Comparison of international standards (EN, DIN, ISO) for cross-border projects
Technology evaluation
- Efficiency comparisons of different heat pump systems based on current studies
- Analysis of long-term experience with new technologies (e.g. ice storage, geothermal energy)
Troubleshooting & best practices
- Rapid problem-solving for complex planning challenges
- Access to experience reports and case studies from similar projects
A concrete example from practice:
When planning a Minergie-P-Eco building, we were able to use Perplexity to analyse the latest findings on ventilation systems with heat recovery within minutes and identify the optimum solution for the specific room programme.
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SearXNG: discreet research for sensitive client projects
Confidentiality in project work
In building services planning, we often work with confidential information:
- Innovative industrial plants with processes that need protection
- Prestige projects in the development phase
- Sensitive infrastructure projects
SearXNG enables us to carry out:
- Research without digital traces for competitive analyses
- Anonymous price research for cost calculations
- Discreet information gathering on special systems
Independent information gathering
- Neutral product comparisons without algorithm-based filtering
- Objective assessment of manufacturers’ specifications
- Access to international specialist sources without geo-blocking
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Added value for our clients
| Project phase | Tool used | Your benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Feasibility study | Perplexity AI | Well-founded technology recommendations based on the latest findings |
| Tendering | SearXNG | Precise, discreet market analysis for optimum tenders |
| Detailed design | Perplexity AI | Rapid clarification of technical details and requirements of standards |
| Commissioning | Both tools | Efficient problem-solving thanks to a broad pool of knowledge |
Digitally competent, personally committed
The introduction of these tools underlines our commitment:
- Quality: the best available information for optimum planning
- Efficiency: faster research = more time for creative solutions
- Confidentiality: your projects remain protected
- Innovation: we use digitalisation for your success
What does this mean for you as a client?
- Shorter planning times with consistently high quality
- More innovative solutions through access to global best practices
- Cost certainty through more precise market knowledge
- Future-proof planning based on the latest technical developments
Our conclusion
Digital tools do not replace engineering expertise – they enhance it. With 20+ years of experience in building services planning, we know that the best solutions emerge when human expertise and digital efficiency go hand in hand.
Interested in innovative building services planning? Contact us about your next project.
