Mitsubishi equipment submittal shows minimum circuit ampacity (21.7A) exceeding recommended fuse size (20A), causing confusion and potential installation issues.

No software tool exists to automatically cross-check and flag inconsistencies between submittal specs like MCA and fuse size before sending to contractors.

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

May 14, 2026

Workarounds Described

manual review of submittal against specs without cross-checking tool
electrician questioning values after submittal sent

Implied Software Gaps

Automated submittal validation tool that checks MCA vs fuse size consistency before distribution

App Concept

SpecCheck Pro

A cloud-based tool that validates HVAC equipment submittals against electrical code requirements. It automatically cross-references MCA, MOP, fuse sizes and flags contradictions like this Mitsubishi issue, saving project managers hours of manual review and preventing costly installation errors.

Key Features

Automated cross-check of MCA, MOP, and fuse size for equipment submittals
Real-time flagging of inconsistencies with explanation
Integration with common HVAC manufacturer databases (Mitsubishi, Carrier, etc.)
PDF report generation with compliance notes for electricians

Target Users: HVAC project managers and mechanical engineers at mid-sized to large contracting firms who review equipment submittals weekly.

Revenue Model: $49/mo per user SaaS subscription; free tier for 5 checks/month

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