Retrotec Newsletter: September 2016
Trade in your DG-700 Gauge Get a $400 Trade-in on your old DG-700 for the WiFi compatible DM32. Offer lasts until December 2016. Using an old-school DG-700 gauge? There’s never…
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Setting Up Gauge Starting with Auto Zero
What Is Auto Zero? Auto Zero is a calibration function that balances the internal sensors of the pressure gauge to atmospheric pressure before taking readings It ensures no existing pressure…
Retrotec Newsletter: August 2016
Battery powered air duct testing Use a NiMH battery to perform air duct tests where electrical outlets are unavailable. Retrotec offers a specialized power cable to connect a Portable NiMH battery directly…
Retrotec Newsletter: July 2016
Introducing the QMG Replacement – the Stacking Panel The Stacking Panel is Retrotec’s exclusive panel system used for testing large buildings with multiple fans. Set up in minutes and maximize…
Exhaust Fan Installation and Verification
Ventilation Strategies Balanced ventilation (e.g., HRVs and ERVs) brings in fresh air while exhausting stale air to maintain pressure equilibrium Exhaust-only systems use fans to remove air from specific areas…
Blower Door and Pressure Diagnostics
https://youtu.be/yMg6PgWAr6M -Test for Energy Code Compliance or Envelope Performance -Setup your gauge for code compliance -Best practices for blower door tests -Overcome common testing issues -Where are the most common…
Blower Door Testing for Better Thermal Imaging
Blower Door Best Testing Methods Conduct tests in controlled conditions to ensure consistent pressure differences Use step tests or continuous depressurization for comprehensive leakage assessment Follow standard protocols for baseline…
Advanced Duct Testing
Total Duct Leakage Testing Measures the cumulative air leakage from the entire duct system without isolating leaks to any particular area Helps assess overall duct tightness and energy efficiency Involves…
Commercial Duct Testing
Why a Small Unit Can Outpower the Competition Despite their compact size, the 400 Series DucTesters deliver robust airflow capacity that meets the demands of large commercial duct systems Advanced…