The Building Enclosure Test Laboratory (BETL)

The Building Enclosure Test Laboratory is a facility developed to conduct building science serviceability performance tests on building enclosure systems.  Specimens include but are not limited to complete wall or roof assemblies (or sub-assemblies), windows, and joints.  In this laboratory, tests are done to examine the performance of existing residential building enclosures and to experiment with new systems. 

Large Climate Chamber

Airflow Chamber

Ventilation Drying Chamber

Enclosure Test Facility and Spray Rack

For information on how PHRC can meet your laboratory needs please contact Dr. Ali Memari, Director of PHRC or Paul Kremer, Research Associate and Manager of the laboratories of the PHRC and the Department of Architectural Engineering.