--- title: Product of the Year 2016 and 2019 with more innovations to come description: We've got even bigger innovations coming your way in 2020 so stay turned. --- [![Powercalc_Logo.png](https://www.powercalc.co/hs-fs/hubfs/Images/Powercalc_Logo.png?width=592&height=91&name=Powercalc_Logo.png "Powercalc_Logo.png")](https://www.powercalc.co) # Product of the Year 2016 and 2019 with more innovations to come January 7, 2020 ![Draft 5](https://www.powercalc.co/hs-fs/hubfs/HomePage/Draft%205.png?upscale=true&upscale=true&width=1000&name=Draft%205.png) As our readers and colleagues know by now, *PowerCalc(tm)* is committed to innovation*.* Our software is covered by a US patent, and won *Product of the Year* awards in 2016 and 2019 for first and only electrical software in the cloud and with simultaneously generated 1 Line Diagram. And we've got even bigger innovations coming your way in 2020 so stay turned.  But, with the new decade, let's first count the reasons why *PowerCalc* is currently the leader in electrical design software for buildings. **1.  The Power of the *PowerCalc* Algorithm.** *PowerCalc *is based on a new approach. *PowerCalc* aggregates values from the bottom-up (from the circuit to the power grid) ensuring that all electrical load calculations are actual loads and not estimates. Then, the calculations are integrated as a single, bundled, integrated calculation tied to a proprietary database *instead* of approaching the calculations one-at-a-time or in segments.  This approach results in exacting accuracy, all in compliance with the National Electrical Code (NEC)[. ](http://patents.com/us-7636650.html?utm_campaign=Product%20of%20the%20Year%202019&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--lwqaBsi-3dsAuyfEh5d8bznlU6Zkw-a7_3sZQI-yAs3Bjo1rH7B4s637dREHLnZRRbQHJ)[PowerCalc Patent](https://www.powercalc.co/hubfs/US7636650_Patent.pdf?utm_campaign=Product%20of%20the%20Year%202019&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--lwqaBsi-3dsAuyfEh5d8bznlU6Zkw-a7_3sZQI-yAs3Bjo1rH7B4s637dREHLnZRRbQHJ) **2. The Power of the *PowerCalc* Panel.** As you know, each engineering company has its own panel schedule. Generally these schedules are completed manually or with simple calculations. In contrast, *PowerCalc's* panel is the software and used as an "engine" for the calculations. The panel is not just a "placeholder". **3. The Power of the *PowerCalc* Process**.                                     The user calculates the Branch Circuit with just 3 easy inputs: load kVA, # of poles and load type per circuit. Multiple circuits form a Branch Circuit Panel. The Branch Circuit Panel is then connected to a Distribution Panel and finally these multiple panels are connected to the Main Distribution Panel. Equipment, such as HVAC, pumps, etc., can be connected to any of the panels. The *PowerCalc* approach of moving from downstream to upstream, results in an accurate and well-designed Power Distribution System inside the facility. *PowerCalc's* 7 million+ equations do all the calculations for you....nothing needs to be done manually.  (a) *Instantaneous updates for changes.* Then, because all calculations are integrated, any change at any time and for any value is* instantaneous*. That's *instantaneous propagation* across the entire power distribution system, including the addition or deletion of loads, voltage, phase, and any engineering value.  (b) *Simultaneously generated 1 Line Diagram*. And this integration also provides for the simultaneous generation of the 1 Line Diagram...the user can see it build and change throughout the design process. Just like changes in (a) above, the 1 Line Diagram is instantaneously updated for each and every change / new input. (c) *Short Circuit Calculations*. This integration with the 1 Line Diagram also results in the short circuit calculation being automatically calculated. When Short Circuit Calculations are completed with results displayed on the 1 Line Diagram, then AIC ratings for equipment are also automatically specified on the panel schedules. **4.  The Power of *PowerCalc* for NEC compliance.** *PowerCalc *tabulates loads by type and automatically applies NEC demand factors. The user can manually override demand factors to meet their specific project needs. Just think, you may never have to open the NEC Handbook again. [Inputs / Outputs](https://www.powercalc.co/inputs-/-outputs?utm_campaign=Product%20of%20the%20Year%202019&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--lwqaBsi-3dsAuyfEh5d8bznlU6Zkw-a7_3sZQI-yAs3Bjo1rH7B4s637dREHLnZRRbQHJ)     [Compliance with the NEC](https://www.powercalc.co/nec-code?utm_campaign=Product%20of%20the%20Year%202019&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--lwqaBsi-3dsAuyfEh5d8bznlU6Zkw-a7_3sZQI-yAs3Bjo1rH7B4s637dREHLnZRRbQHJ) **5.  The Power of the *PowerCalc* Wizard.** Become proficient with *PowerCalc* in minutes with its Wizard. The Wizard is your guide to entering your project's requirements into *PowerCalc.* You are minutes away from completing your next project with the *PowerCalc* Wizard. **6.  The Power of *PowerCalc* in the cloud.** *PowerCalc* is in the cloud and can be used anytime, anywhere, on both pc's and tablets. Team members can share work in real time and team managers can control access and privileges for each project. The cloud makes all the difference because it is the way a team gets together to manage work flow in today’s work place. *PowerCalc *fits right into your process, but then improves it to make your work *easier*, *faster*, *more accurate,* and *more profitable*. **7.  The Power of the *PowerCalc* Experience. ** The best way to understand the power of *PowerCalc* is to see it in action. View our videos: [Why-powercalc-user-manual](https://www.powercalc.co/why-powercalc-user-manual?utm_campaign=Product%20of%20the%20Year%202019&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--lwqaBsi-3dsAuyfEh5d8bznlU6Zkw-a7_3sZQI-yAs3Bjo1rH7B4s637dREHLnZRRbQHJ) [Set Up Your Account](https://www.powercalc.co/02.set-up-your-account-user-manual?utm_campaign=Product%20of%20the%20Year%202019&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--lwqaBsi-3dsAuyfEh5d8bznlU6Zkw-a7_3sZQI-yAs3Bjo1rH7B4s637dREHLnZRRbQHJ) [Set up a Project](https://www.powercalc.co/03.set-up-a-new-project-user-manual?utm_campaign=Product%20of%20the%20Year%202019&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--lwqaBsi-3dsAuyfEh5d8bznlU6Zkw-a7_3sZQI-yAs3Bjo1rH7B4s637dREHLnZRRbQHJ) [Set Up Your Panels](https://www.powercalc.co/04.start-your-design-set-up-your-panels-user-manual?utm_campaign=Product%20of%20the%20Year%202019&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--lwqaBsi-3dsAuyfEh5d8bznlU6Zkw-a7_3sZQI-yAs3Bjo1rH7B4s637dREHLnZRRbQHJ) [Input Branch Circuit Value](https://www.powercalc.co/05.input-the-branch-circuit-values-user-manual?utm_campaign=Product%20of%20the%20Year%202019&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--lwqaBsi-3dsAuyfEh5d8bznlU6Zkw-a7_3sZQI-yAs3Bjo1rH7B4s637dREHLnZRRbQHJ)s [Set Up Remaining Panels](https://www.powercalc.co/06.set-up-the-remaining-panels-user-manual?utm_campaign=Product%20of%20the%20Year%202019&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--lwqaBsi-3dsAuyfEh5d8bznlU6Zkw-a7_3sZQI-yAs3Bjo1rH7B4s637dREHLnZRRbQHJ) Take a look at our User Manual to see for yourself how easy and seamlessly this process works. [User Guide](https://www.powercalc.co/download-user-guide?hsCtaTracking=03c224c6-1eae-4365-8764-9228614db2ae%7C0dfe8353-ff66-4393-ab52-4741eae14a16&utm_campaign=Product%20of%20the%20Year%202019&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--lwqaBsi-3dsAuyfEh5d8bznlU6Zkw-a7_3sZQI-yAs3Bjo1rH7B4s637dREHLnZRRbQHJ) ***So what's the plan for development in 2020?*** Past accomplishments are great things, but *PowerCalc's* innovations are ongoing. In 1st Quarter 2020, *we will launch our industrial package with more FIRSTS in the industry*:  AutomaticTransfer Switches with Generators (ATSs); Motor Control Centers (MCCs); Double Ended Swtichgears; and Unit Substations. All *PowerCalc* users will have the option to upgrade to the industrial package. Our industrial package can design the most complex of manufacturing, processing, and operating facilities for any industry. And remember, we have a free demonstration  on the first Friday of each month: [FREE Demo Friday, Feb. 7 at Noon EST](https://zoom.us/meeting/register/uJUodO2srjoiZGbFkbdyNWX2BFHUo9XZEQ?utm_campaign=Product%20of%20the%20Year%202019&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&_hsenc=p2ANqtz--lwqaBsi-3dsAuyfEh5d8bznlU6Zkw-a7_3sZQI-yAs3Bjo1rH7B4s637dREHLnZRRbQHJ),   Hope you will join us! Thank you for your support! 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