Building Test Equipment (BTE) was founded by mechanical engineers James Gauthier and Mitch Seidler with a simple objective: design professional field testing equipment that building envelope consultants can depend on.
James and Mitch first met while earning their Mechanical Engineering degrees and have each spent their careers designing products in different industries. Throughout their engineering careers, they developed a shared appreciation for practical design, manufacturing efficiency, and building products that perform reliably in the field.
As engineers, we naturally approach every product by asking the same questions:
- Will it perform reliably every time it is used?
- Is it simple for technicians to set up and operate?
- Is it built to withstand years of field use?
- Can it be manufactured efficiently without sacrificing quality?
- Those principles guide every product we design.
Our goal is to provide building envelope professionals with dependable equipment that saves time in the field, delivers consistent performance, and meets the requirements of ASTM and AAMA testing standards. We believe professional-grade equipment should offer exceptional quality, long service life, and outstanding value.
Building Test Equipment was intentionally named with the future in mind. While our initial product line focuses on fenestration field testing equipment, our long-term vision is to expand into additional categories of building testing equipment as we continue to identify opportunities to better serve the industry.
As a family-owned business, we understand the importance of trust, integrity, and standing behind our work. We are committed to building lasting relationships with our customers by providing responsive support, dependable products, and continuous product improvement based on real-world customer feedback.
Whether you're purchasing your first RainRack system or expanding your testing capabilities, we appreciate the opportunity to earn your business and look forward to supporting you for years to come.