Audit File Naming Conventions | Knowledge Base

Audit files are generated automatically by the TRNSYS Tool using the audit export macro. All generated files must follow the correct naming convention and be stored in the project folder: AExxx_BRAND/02-Client_Material.

Using TRNSYS Tool

The TRNSYS Tool includes an audit export macro that automatically generates all required audit files with correct naming conventions.

Steps:

Ensure all modelling is complete and Gate A has passed.
In the TRNSYS Tool, go to the Audit sheet.
Click the “Audit Files” macro buttons.
The macro generates scheme-specific audit structures (CER, VEU, ESS) automatically.
Verify all files are present and correctly named before proceeding to Gate B review.

CER Audit Files

File Structure

AExxx_BRAND/02-Client_Material/
└── SRES/
    ├── Manufacturer_Name/
    │   ├── Brand_Model_2712.pdf              (AS/NZS 2712 certificate)
    │   ├── Brand_Model_4234.pdf              (AS/NZS 4234 modelling)
    │   ├── Brand_Model_5125.pdf              (AS/NZS 5125.1 test report)
    │   ├── Brand_Model_4692.pdf              (AS/NZS 4692 tank heat loss)
    │   ├── Brand_Model_manual.pdf            (Installation manual)
    │   ├── Brand_Model_dimension.pdf         (Tank drawing)
    │   ├── Brand_Model_declaration.pdf       (if model names differ)
    │   └── TRNSYS_Files/
    │       ├── Brand_Model_FP.dck
    │       ├── Brand_Model_FP.lst
    │       ├── Brand_Model_FP.out
    │       ├── Brand_Model_DTHX.dck
    │       ├── Brand_Model_DTHX.lst
    │       ├── Brand_Model_DTHX.out
    │       ├── Brand_Model_Z1.dck
    │       ├── Brand_Model_Z1.lst
    │       ├── Brand_Model_Z1.out
    │       └── (zones 2–5 similarly)

Key CER Requirements

Manufacturer name must match the AS/NZS 2712 certificate legal entity
Model name must be consistent across all documents
TRNSYS files must include frosting penalty (FP) and DTHX calibration data
Annual simulation files must be load size 2, AS/NZS 4234:2008
Test report validation email required if digital signature is missing

VEU Audit Files

File Structure

AExxx_BRAND/02-Client_Material/
└── VEU_1D3C/
    ├── Brand_Product_Upload_Form_YYYYMMDD_1.xlsx
    └── Brand_Model/
        ├── Brand_Model_2712.pdf              (AS/NZS 2712 certificate)
        ├── Brand_Model_4234.pdf              (AS/NZS 4234 modelling)
        ├── Brand_Model_5125.pdf              (AS/NZS 5125.1 test report)
        ├── Brand_Model_4692.pdf              (AS/NZS 4692 tank heat loss)
        ├── Brand_Model_manual.pdf            (Installation manual)
        ├── Brand_Model_dimension.pdf         (Tank drawing)
        ├── Brand_Model_ElectricalSafety.pdf  (Elec. safety certificate)
        ├── Brand_Model_control.pdf           (Control declaration)
        ├── Brand_Model_dataplate_HP.png      (HP data plate image)
        ├── Brand_Model_dataplate_tank.png    (Tank data plate image)
        ├── Brand_Model_declaration.pdf       (if model names differ)
        ├── Brand_Model_microchannel.pdf      (if applicable)
        ├── Brand_Model_pipe_insulation.pdf   (if separate HP)
        └── TRNSYS_Files/
            ├── FP/
            │   ├── Brand_Model_FP.dck
            │   ├── Brand_Model_FP.lst
            │   └── Brand_Model_FP.out
            ├── L1/
            │   ├── Brand_Model_L1.dck
            │   ├── Brand_Model_L1.lst
            │   └── Brand_Model_L1.out
            └── L2/
                ├── Brand_Model_L2.dck
                ├── Brand_Model_L2.lst
                └── Brand_Model_L2.out

Key VEU Requirements

Product Upload Form (PUF) enables bulk import of multiple models
Models must achieve 60% energy savings (load size 2, AS/NZS 4234:2021)
Electrical safety certificate required (unless risk level 1)
Control declaration must match modelling settings
Data plate images must be clear and readable
TRNSYS files organized in FP, L1, L2 subfolders
Annual simulation files: load sizes 1 and 2, AS/NZS 4234:2021

ESS Audit Files

File Structure

AExxx_BRAND/02-Client_Material/
└── ESS_D17D19/
    └── Brand_Model/
        ├── Brand_Model_2712.pdf              (AS/NZS 2712 certificate)
        ├── Brand_Model_4234.pdf              (AS/NZS 4234 modelling)
        ├── Brand_Model_5125.pdf              (AS/NZS 5125.1 test report)
        ├── Brand_Model_4692.pdf              (AS/NZS 4692 tank heat loss)
        ├── Brand_Model_manual.pdf            (Installation manual)
        ├── Brand_Model_dimension.pdf         (Tank drawing)
        ├── Brand_Model_control.pdf           (Control declaration)
        ├── Brand_Model_dataplate_HP.png      (HP data plate image)
        ├── Brand_Model_dataplate_tank.png    (Tank data plate image)
        ├── Brand_Model_declaration.pdf       (if model names differ)
        └── TRNSYS_Files/
            ├── FP/
            │   ├── Brand_Model_FP.dck
            │   ├── Brand_Model_FP.lst
            │   └── Brand_Model_FP.out
            └── L2/
                ├── Brand_Model_L2.dck
                ├── Brand_Model_L2.lst
                └── Brand_Model_L2.out

Key ESS Requirements

Models must achieve 60% energy savings (load size 2, AS/NZS 4234:2021)
Control declaration required
Data plate images required
TRNSYS files organized in FP and L2 subfolders only
Annual simulation files: load size 2 only, AS/NZS 4234:2021
Eligible under ESS HEER method for residential HPWHs

Declarations and Supporting Documents

Model Name Declaration — Required if model names differ across documents. Template: Templates/Manufacturers_Declaration_Template.docx
Authorisation Letter — Required if applicant does not own test reports. Template: Templates/Authorisation Letter Template.docx
Control Declaration — Describes control logic and legionella compliance strategy. Required for VEU and ESS.
Test Report Validation Email — Required if digital signature is missing from test reports.

Verification Checklist

Before proceeding to Gate B review:

All files are in AExxx_BRAND/02-Client_Material folder
Naming conventions match exactly (no spaces, correct extensions)
TRNSYS files include FP calibration (CER: also include DTHX)
Annual simulation files are correct load size and AS/NZS 4234 version
Model names are consistent across all documents
Declarations are signed (or signed copies are on file)
Data plate images are clear and readable
No duplicate or outdated files