The energy conservatory tec manufactures precision diagnostic equipment used to solve comfort, energy use, durability and air quality problems in buildings. Software to record and calculate readings from fans and manometers set up to measure air leakage in enclosures. All of the results are software driven offering precise results, we use rcloud from retrotec to generate instant reports. I personally thank you for being a member of our retrotec family. Commercial blower door testing energy conservation. Retrotec equipment is used around the world, by demanding professionals, to conduct residential energy audits, large building leakage tests, duct leakage tests, and clean agent integrity tests. Both are reputable companies which offer approved software and. I have used both tec and retrotec blower door kits and found them trustworthy and rugged. Aattentionttention blower door testing on new residential cconstruction effective july 1, 2017onstruction effective july 1, 2017. Little did i know that what i learned from the head air flow scientist at nrc would result in a 38year long career making.
Recognised software for iats members choosing the right software is essential for air tightness testers, to ensure it is compatible with your equipment and produces reliable data. Retrotec is the worlds leading manufacturer of building diagnostic tools. Retrotec q46 blower door package with dm2a digital two channel pressure sensor with cruise control, and cloth panel door with adjustable aluminum enclosure. Blower door options and accessories model description price s220 smoke pen kit regin s220 smoke pen kit. Blower doors model 5000 series blower door package. Residential and large building blower door testing software for completely automated test fan operation, data collection and report generation. Smoke is a very sensitive method of finding air leaks in a radon gas control system. Q46 digital cloth door fan system with automatic control. Complete with a gauge, fan, 6 ranges, connectors, software and a 10year warranty on the fan shell. The q46 is a commercial quality automated blowerdoor. Our reputation for innovative design and excellent technical support have made us the leading manufacturer of performance testing tools for the building science industry. It can also be used to measure airflow between building zones, to test ductwork airtightness and to help physically locate air leakage sites in the building envelope there are three primary components to a blower door. Retrotec equipment is used around the world, by demanding professionals, to conduct residential energy. Retrotec fantestic pro available to buy from bsria instrument.
Retrotec inc company profile and news bloomberg markets. A retrotec door fan with a model beginning with q q46 for example fantestic software will automatically control the fan speed and take from 2 to 20,000 readings with no operator involvement. Having written the first enclosure integrity procedure in 1985, retrotec is recognized as the worldwide authority. Do you have questions regarding tec products or a test procedure. Retrotec 1211 double classic blower door system with two fans that you can run simultaneously, has everything you need to easily test larger or leakier buildings.
An access key to apply to the free download fantestic lite that will give full access to the software for from 1 to 5 users, customization of reports, print reports. Home energy magazine major enhancements to retrotecs. The regin smoke pen uses wicks that are lit to produce a white streaming smoke, each wick last 30 minutes and can be relit, kit includes 6 wicks, pen holder for wicks, and instructions. Much larger rooms can be tested if they have greater than 10 minute retentions times. If the test reveals major problems, the leaks will be easier to fix at that point than later on. Retrotec fantestic pro software trutech tools, ltd. All standards require a door fan test and hold time analysis based on room leakage. Retrotec fantestic software is used for residential and large building blower door testing.
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Manufacturer and distributor of electronic airflow measurement equipment. The retrotec line of residential blower door systems uses some of the most advanced technology available in blower door testing today including wireless and wifi capabilities in their manometers. Built to last, the quality of materials used in construction is second to none. Building analyst field training video how to perform a home energy audit. Home energy magazine blower door the history of the. Most blower doors these days can be run automatically using software on a. The most advanced door fan testing software package on the market today. Blower door systems, air tightness testing equipment, duct testing systems, air tightness testing software. Lbnl energy researcher max sherman even got into the business of manufacturing blower doors for a short time. Retrotecs dm2 digital, dual channel manometer works with the retrotecs blower door and duct tester as. Retrotec residential blower doors il home performance. Massive software advances with fantestic and rcloud and numerous new products in our pipeline gives us an exciting future. A blower door is a machine used to measure the airtightness of buildings. Everblue has partnered with the energy conservatory and retrotec to give our course participants discounts on.
We strive for an extremely airtight home and the blower door not only tells us when. Retrotec began as a blower door manufacturer in ottawa, canada. Setting up the retrotec blower, an excerpt from the bpi recognized training dvd. Retrotec support services for blower door and air duct testing equipment. Retrotec blower doors and duct tightness testers trutech tools. Retrotec q46 door fan system retrotec q46 q 46 q46. Retrotec is the worlds leading manufacturer of blower door and door fan test equipment. With a sleek and professional appearance, the 3120 series blower doors boast a powerful, 1. Blower door with model double fan, large cloth panel and dm32 wifi digital gauge package includes free android or apple apps na. The energy conservatorys new blower door kit buildinggreen. Sponsored content last year, retrotec revolutionized the blower door and duct testing industries by releasing rcloud, the first testing platform of its kind. Software to record and calculate readings from fans and manometers set up to measure air leakage in enclosures usually rooms or buildings including ducts. The worlds leading manufacturer of building diagnostic tools.
For reference to equations for calculating results from a blower door test, you can refer to the astm e77910 standard. Comfort institute ci, which became a separate company in 1999. Getting the most out of your blower door system july 26th, 2018 duration. Dm32 software suite virtual gauge, dm32 configurator, data logger, and dm32. Blower door companies started springing up to serve the new market. Ac tool supply is the world leader in the distribution electronic test tools, weatherization equipment and energy audit training, infrared equipment, infrared training and related software. Retrotecs product line includes blower door systems, air tightness testing equipment, duct testing systems, and air tightness testing software.
All retrotec ltds work is underpinned by caa a821 manufacturing and design and a825 maintenance accreditation and years of unrivalled experience. Retrotec blower door a blower door is a machine used to measure the air tightness of small to medium size buildings. Technology, computer services, software, retro clothes, computers, computer systems, computer services, computer and software stores retrotec computer systems. Review of approved software for sizing and code compliance. It can also be used to measure airflow between building zones, to test ductwork air tightness and to help physically locate air leakage sites in the building envelope. Retrotec is the world leader in blower door and duct testing systems. Researchers at lbnl began to see how useful the blower door would be in weatherization and retrofitting work. Tec i dont do blower door work every day, but i do enough of it to appreciate the attention to detail that the energy conservatory tec built into its new blower door kit.
The optional dm32 wifi digital manometer is also available for the retrotec 1101 classic blower door system then called a retrotec 1102 blower door system. Retrotec has been manufacturing blower door and duct testing equipment for over 30 years. The company produces blower door and duct testing equipment, as well as offers building diagnostic tools. The energy conservatory blower door duct blaster the. Retrotec is the worlds leading manufacturer of blower door and door fan test. Blower door with model 300 fan, large cloth panel and dm32 digital gauge package. Retrotec blower door test equipment duct testing equipment. Retrotec us3112 blower door system retrotec us3111.
Retrotec us5100 blower door with model 5000 fan trutech tools. Blowerdoor testing is useful for both new construction and existing homes. This complete blower door air leakage test system is all you need to begin air tightness testing of buildings. Read through our documentation, ask questions, share your. Blower door with model 3000 fan, large cloth panel and dm32 digital gauge package. The retrotec 5000 series is a popular airtightness test system that is. Please allow up to 3 business days for access to digital content. Quick connect frame with extra crossbar for stability and gauge mounting. Register for warranties, request repair or calibration, view technical support, etc. It used rpm and pressure drop to crudely measure flow. Blower doors with advanced snaplock frame exclusive to retrotec, and a easy. But, by 1984, they grew to include offices in the us retrotec soon expanded their services to include instruction for home performance and whole house diagnostics professionals. Our compliance testing is conducted using the the latest technology and software available. Retrotec ltd offer a comprehensive range of services from design to manufacture including the rebuilding of complete aircraft engines and their components.