Field Testing of Storefronts, Curtain Walls and Sloped Glazing Systems
Scope and Purpose
1.1 These specifications establish the requirements for test specimens, apparatus, sampling, test procedures and test reports to be used in evaulating the performance of installed storefronts, curtain walls and sloped glazing systems. ("Test Area" hereafter referred to as "specimen".)
1.1.1 Windows and sliding glass doors included within the specimen shall be tested in accordance with AAMA 502-02, "Voluntary Specification for Field Testing of Windows and Sliding Glass Doors."
1.2 Field testing procedure and test apparatus shall meet the requirements of the referenced ASTM test method. The most current revision of the ASTM method shall be identified in the specifications. If a revision number is not referenced thten the one current during the bidding stage of the project shall be used.
1.2.1 Resistance to air infiltration using static air pressure difference: ASTM E 783, "Standard Test Method for Field Measurement of Air Leakage Through Installed Exterior Windows and Doors."
1.2.2 Resistance to water penetration using static air pressure difference: ASTM E 1105, "Standard Test Method for Field Determination of Water Penetration of Installed Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls and Doors by Uniform or Cyclic Static Air Pressure Difference."
1.3 The purpose of this specification is to provide a guide which can be used to evaluate the installed performance of storefronts, curtain walls and sloped glazing systems for resistance to water penetration under controllable and reproducible wind driven rain conditions. This specification may also be used to evaluate the installed air leakage of "punched opening" curtain walls, storefronts and sloped glazing. Field air leakage testing is not recommended for a portion of continuous systems.
Make certain your specifications are requiring testing of the installed products rather than field quality checks via a calibrated spray nozzle. The AAMA 503-03 is the answer.
Recon Independent Assessments provides field testing in accordance to the guidelines set forth in the AAMA 503-03. Contact us to recieve a proposal for your project.
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