Water penetration testing consists of utilizing a portable wind generator and installing a spray rack system at the exterior of the specimen. Its important to note that the aama 502 test standard also utilizes the astm e1105 test method which details specific test setup and equipment requirements for the water penetration portion of the test, and the astm e783 test method which details test setup and equipment requirements for the air infiltration portion of the test. Significant advances have been made in technology which have created the need to revise these specifications. Astm c1642 14 standard practice for determining air leakage. We recently performed a water leak testing and inspection at an assisted living facility, during construction, utilizing aama 502 as the testing standard. Water leakage uses the same method while spraying the window from outside to observe indoor penetration. The other major area of concern relative to thermal performance is a products thermal transmittance. Voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and. The steps are grouped into two main categories, including four steps prior to testing and three steps during and after testing.
Recon recently completed another round of field testing on curtain wall mockups for a hospitals vertical expansion project. Previously, aama 502 02 described two different test methods. Aama 50211 voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed fenestration products aama 50308 voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed storefronts, curtain walls and sloped glazing systems these documents both reference astm e1105 standard test method for field determination of water penetration. The other major area of concern relative to thermal performance is a. Evaluating the field performance of windows and curtain walls of. Aama 502, voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed fenestration products, which is the proper test method for verifying field air. Pdf fullscale performance testing and evaluation of. Fenestration products come in a wide variety of forms, ranging from window units manufactured in a production facility to custom stickbuilt curtain wall.
The aama 502 is based on guidelines established by astm international, formally known as the american society for testing and materials. The aama 502 voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed fenestration products is a fieldtesting guide developed by the american architectural manufacturers association aama. Referencing and specifying fenestration fieldtesting page. Choose the right procedureand peoplefor the job g aama. Aama 2603, voluntary specification, performance requirements and test procedures for pigmented organic. The listed results were secured by using the designated test methods and indicate compliance with the performance requirements of the referenced specification paragraphs for the.
Aama 50212 verification testing is applicable during construction and prior to the issuance of the building occupancy. Voluntary test method for condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections voluntary test method for condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections combined with 1503. I am aware that all exam candidates and cma aama certificants must abide by the aama code of conduct for cmas aama and examination candidates and are subject to the aama disciplinary standards and procedures for the cma aama, both documents of which are available on the aama website. Aama 50308, a voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed storefronts, curtain walls and sloped glazing systems, has been released by the.
Recon is looking forward to continuing to work with hospital staff, the project architect, the construction team and the glazing system installers to deliver a watertight building that will serve the community for decades to come. Fullscale performance testing and evaluation of unitized curtain walls. Jul 31, 2018 aama 50909, voluntary test and classification method for drained and back aama 501. By order of the executive director office of the federal register washington, d. Aama also engages in product testing, market research. Aama 503 calls for testing to be conducted on at least a single 9. Aama 260405 certification our sevenstep powdercoat system exceeds aama 260405 american architectural manufacturers association test specificationsone of the highest in the industry. Referencing and specifying fenestration fieldtesting page 4 of 5. However, it should be noted that aama 502 refers to astm e1105 for the actual field procedure and test appa ratus requirements. However, it is to be completed no more than six months after the fenestration product is installed. The most current edition is the aama 50212 voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed fenestration products.
Standard test method of water penetration of installed exterior windows, skylights, doors, and curtain walls, by uniform or cyclic static air pressure difference. Aama 50212 voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed fenestration products. Our coating stood up to some of the toughest test specifications, including adhesion, abrasion resistance, chemical resistance. Aama 50212 voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed fenestration products scope. Aama publishes forensic water testing guideline page 2 of 3 information regarding each step. Aama 50212 fenestration product testing tsi energy solutions. Aama 502 12 verification testing is applicable during construction and prior to the issuance of the building occupancy. This test method establishes the requirements for field test specimens, apparatus, and sampling. The astm e 1105 standard test method for field determination of water penetration of installed exterior windows, skylights, doors, and curtain walls is used for water penetration testing. This specification is for quality assurance water penetration testing only.
Standard test method for field measurement of air leakage through installed exterior windows and doors e1105. The difference is that aama 502 describes the manufacturers requirements for field test specimens, sam pling, and reports to be used in verifying the water penetration resistance of windows. The effect of changes of aama 502 standard window wound. The treatment method that uses a tank with equipment that agitates the water for gentle massage is. Voluntary laboratory test method to qualify fenestration installation. Static pressure chambers, such as a chamber similar to that used in astm e1105, are sometimes difficult to construct on some. Aama releases new document addressing specification for. Aama 502 aama 502 refers to field testing of fenestration products and allowable performance values. Choose from 500 different sets of aama exam flashcards on quizlet. The appropriate field leakage test method for newly installed operable doors and windows is aama 50212, voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed fenestration products, which simu lates the effects of winddriven rain.
Voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections. The owner had experienced water leak issues in other facilities and wanted to ensure this would. The astm e 1105 standard test method for field determination of water penetration of installed exterior windows, skylights, doors, and curtain walls is. Aama 502 field testing quality control building diagnostics group. Topics window collection opensource language english. Standard test method for water penetration of windows, curtain walls and doors using dynamic pressure. Window and door design and installation guide page 7 of 33 industry standards selection of a performance rating the current industry standard for performance rating of windows and doors is standardspecification for windows, doors and skylights, aamawdmacsa 101i. Although test method e283 is a laboratory test method used with fenestration products, individuals interested in performing field air leakage tests on installed units should reference test method e783 and aama 502. When applied properly, field testing is a useful way to verify the actual installed performance of fenestration products during construction and prior to occupancy of a building.
Aama american architectural manufacturers association aama 50290 voluntary specification for field testing of windows and sliding glass doors. Aama 603 and aama 605 as the standards for testing and performance of organic coatings on architectural aluminum extrusions and panels. Verifying air infiltration and water penetration resistance of installed fenestration products. The most current edition is the aama 502 12 voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed fenestration products. This program is registered with the aiaces for aama. Aama window standards specifications and ratings, testing. These procedures were developed by astm and aama to ensure that all acoustical fenestration products were being tested in a fully operable condition. Manual provides guidance on installation from the perspective of. Jun 02, 2017 fenestration products come in a wide variety of forms, ranging from window units manufactured in a production facility to custom stickbuilt curtain wall products that are assembled in the field. Field water pressure is allowable at 23 of design pressure.
Aama 50308, a voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed storefronts, curtain walls and. These perimeter leaks will most likely show up later sometime during the service. Voluntary specification for field testing of windows and sliding glass doors. The following is a summary of the most important changes and some explanation of what the changes represent. The tested specimen meets or exceeds the performance level specified in aamawdmacsa 101i. This program is registered with the aiaces forthis. May 29, 2014 aama 503 calls for testing to be conducted on at least a single 9. Aama releases new document addressing specification for field testing of newly installed storefronts, curtain walls and sloped glazing systems schaumburg, ill. The astm e1425 aama 1801 test procedure is only for windows, doors and glazed wall sections. Aama updates field testing protocols page 2 of 3 from the test, and method b which allowed for inclusion of the perimeter joints. Aama 502 also now differs with regard to its test methods. Aama releases new document addressing specification for field. Aama 50909, voluntary test and classification method for drained and back aama 501. Additionally, the aama 503 specifies that the water penetration resistance testing shall be performed by using the procedure a method of the astm e 1105, which is a consistent uniform static pressure for 15 minutes.
Starting with information gathering, the forensic investigator performs the following. Sovell investigative testing and consulting sitc is a third party independent testing agency that provides testing utilizing both astm international standards and american architects and manufactures association aama specifications. Aama american architectural manufacturers association. Quality assurance and diagnostic water leakage field check of installed storefronts, curtain walls, and sloped glazing systems.
Aama 502 specifies air leakage resistance and water penetration resistance field. We have also included a glossary of terms associated with the rain screen principle, and references. Per aama 502 and the referenced astm e1105, test method for field determination of water penetration of installed exterior windows. Aama 50392 voluntary specification for field testing of metal storefronts, curtain walls and sloped glazing systems aama 501. Aama 502 water leak testing of newly installed windows. Techniques for installation of punched1 windows and doors have been. Aama 502 field testing quality control internet archive. Since method a omitted the perimeter sealant joints, this test does not identify leaks that would be found using method b. Sitc utilizes the aama 502 when conducting quality assurance water spray testing on newly installed fenestration products. It should also be noted that the aama 503 states that the air infiltration testing is optional. Nafs north american fenestration standardspecification. Recon independent assessments, llc building envelope design. Essentially the same changes were made to both documents, however aama 503 is written around storefront, curtain walls, and sloped glazing instead of windows.
Window and door design and installation guide page 7 of 33 industry standards selection of a performance rating the current industry standard for performance rating of windows and doors is standardspecification for windows, doors and skylights, aama wdmacsa 101i. Field test allows an reduction of pressure to 23 that allowed in the nafs. Test method for field determination of water penetration of installed. Aama 241003 standard practice for installation of windows. The aama is the proper test method for field testing of storefronts, curtain walls and sloped glazing for air leakage and water penetration resistance performance. Search by product code or category or leave the product code field blank to see a list of all aama and igma publications. Standard test method for field measurement of air leakage through installed exterior windows and doors field test allows an increase of 1. Begin your search by entering information into the fields below. This guide illustrates test procedures to ensure air and moisture penetration is minimized in new window installations.
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