About Retrotec
Worldwide Leader
Uncompromising Quality
Innovation That Matters
Sustainability Through Performance
Who We Are
Retrotec is a global leader in high-performance air tightness testing and diagnostic solutions. With headquarters in the United States and a strong footprint in Europe and beyond, we serve a diverse range of industries committed to improving energy efficiency, safety, and indoor environmental quality in buildings.
Our Mission
We empower professionals with easy-to-use, innovative tools that ensure every building meets the highest standards or energy efficiency, safety, and performance.
We believe airtightness testing should be a standard part of every building process, because tighter buildings are more efficient & comfortable.
By making building diagnostic tools more accurate and accessible, we help minimize energy waste, improve air quality, and support global decarbonization goals.
Built for Professionals
Retrotec tools are designed for simplicity, accuracy, and reliability. From intuitive interfaces to robust hardware, every detail is engineered to meet the practical needs of professionals in the field. We provide direct support, comprehensive training programs, and ongoing updates to ensure every user gets the most out of their tools.
Global Impact & Responsibility
Our technology supports global climate goals by helping reduce building energy use and carbon emissions. Through local sourcing, sustainable manufacturing, and partnerships with global distributors, we minimize our environmental footprint and maximize reach. .
Looking Ahead
As we move into the next chapter of our story, Retrotec remains committed to setting the standard for building performance testing. We will continue to expand our global reach, deepen customer relationships, and shape the future of how buildings are built, tested, and trusted..
Timeline of significant events
- 1985
Retrotec wrote the first standard for testing fire suppressant containment for NFPA which was soon followed with an ISO version. Retrotec is considered the world’s leading expert in this field.
- 1989
Retrotec developed the first duct tester for Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation.
- 1990
Retrotec finished moving 100% of its manufacturing to Washington State, USA.
- 2011
Retrotec was the prime developer of the large building airtightness testing Protocol for the U.S. Army Corp of Engineers.
- 2013
Retrotec released the first Touch Screen WiFi gauge leaving behind all competing gauges.
- 2015
Retrotec produces 5 test fans, 5 door panel systems and custom software. New applications now complied with every residential, commercial building and duct testing standard in the world. It redefines the market by programming the DM32 to control every manufacturer’s test devices.
- 2015
Retrotec becomes the best low cost applications as well as the leader for high end diagnostic tools.
- 2015
Retrotec becomes the ONLY blower door manufacturer to achieve the internationally recognized “ISO 17025 accreditation” for both pressure and flow. Allowing Calibrations performed by Retrotec to be accepted by every government and industry organization, body and standard.
- 2016
Retrotec releases rCloud. This is the only automated testing app that geolocates test location, automatically performs blower door or duct tests to common standards and creates secure compliance reports that can be shared immediately and viewed from anywhere.
- 2017
Colin Genge’s decides to retire, providing Retrotec with an opportunity to find a strategic partner to further expand into even wider-ranging markets. Retrotec pairs with Wöhler, a well-respected German company specializing in measuring instruments, inspection systems, cleaning tools, and related heating, ventilation, and building applications. The new company, “Wohler Retrotec, Inc.” continues to do business as “Retrotec.”
- 2018
Retrotec announces it’s new sister company, Retrotec EU in Barchem, Netherlands, which serves to support European Retrotec customers. In addition to enhanced international product ordering & support, calibration chambers are installed identical to those in our headquarters at Everson, WA, USA, allowing for expert manufacturer calibration.
- 2023
Retrotec re-engineers it’s industry staple gauge with all new technology, features, and abilities. The DM32X gauge introduces new testing capabilities & opens new doors in diagnostic abilities.