Field Testing Windows The Way It Should Be:

Recon 's consultants know that the experience is just as important as the data that is being reported.



When you enjoy what you do and have a passion for developing lasting relationships, success will follow.

Experience the Recon Independent Assessments field testing culture for yourself.

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Field Quality Control For Installed Windows & Curtain Wall

Recon Independent Assessments recently completed the first phase of a project providing oversight of remedial work required on a window and curtain wall retrofit in an existing building.

Based on recommendations provided on an earlier field testing engagement, the installer was implementing remedial actions to prevent water infiltration around the system's perimeter.

As the end plates were removed, it became apparent that no set procedure had been followed during the initial installation.

Recon staff observed the installation of the new end plates and documented the proper procedure that was to be replicated on subsequent locations to ensure the architects directive was being followed.

Recon Independent Assessments recognizes the importance of providing clear directive and the documentation of the installation process to ensure a quality and watertight building envelope is delivered to the owner.

Field Quality Control Management is available Nationwide, contact us today to discuss how our consulting services can benefit your project.

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Recon Independent Assessments Has A Nationwide Reach

Field Testing Installed Windows anywhere in the United States, Recon Independent Assessments is available for your project testing needs.

Whether AAMA or ASTM testing is specified, all roads lead back to ASTM testing procedures for validation testing.

Recon Independent Assessments has a firm belief that testing is best performed following ASTM methods as the threshold for passing is NO water observed on the interior.

Contact us today to discuss how we can help your project team obtain it's goal of delivering a watertight building envelope. Success leads to more work. Demand the best and validate the results through third party testing.

Recon is happy to discuss your project and help to decipher project testing specifications without the meter running. Contact us today.

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Radius Curtain Wall & Storefront Systems Test Well at University of Florida

The Levin Law Advocacy Center in Gainesville, FL was recently tested using both ASTM E-783 & ASTM E-1105 test protocols. The test subject, a radius curtain wall passed the field testing with flying colors.

AAMA 501.2 Field Quality Control checks were also performed on another curtain wall and storefront systems in other areas of the structure. Again, successful results were achieved.

Recon Independent Assessments will be on site in Gainesville on another project before month's end.

If we can assist your project team with field testing services, let us know.

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Water Penetration Testing Completed On State Healthcare Project

Recon Independent Assessments completed ASTM E 1105 field testing for water penetration over the period of a couple of days. The Aluminum Windows tested included five different types or configurations.



By having a very sound plan in place for the project testing, Recon was able to overcome delays caused by poor weather and ultimately exceeded the prescribed number of tests specified by contract and supplied 20% more tests than required for the same contract cost.

Successful field testing like what was achieved on this project requires participation by the contractor and installer.

If you have questions regarding the cost of ASTM window, curtain wall, or storefront field testing, call or email us today. Recon is available to help you understand how to achieve maximum results for your testing dollars.

Window, Storefront, and Curtain Wall Testing Goals

A new decade is upon us and Recon Independent Assessments goal in the upcoming year is to help installers and contractors understand Division 8 Specifications better in the new year.

Several times over the past year we've gotten calls from folks asking for testing proposals and after spending time with them helping them understand what their project specifications required we've heard; "Well, ummmm, the project is finished, but when I asked for final payment, they wanted the testing reports...". This statement was typically followed by a comment about how they had no idea that testing could be "so expensive".

The real question about the cost of testing is better; "How much could it cost if testing wasn't performed?"

Owners and Architects know the answer for that one, hence the requirement for testing is in there.

One of the problems that is often seen in the construction field is the omission of testing in bid proposals. It often leads to much hand wringing later.

Recon sees Division 8 Specifications every day and is familiar with them and the ASTM & AAMA testing standards that they cite. Additionally, we understand the time that initial testing requires and the potential for re-testing based on our experience in the field.

Don't miss out on including a line item for the testing if it is in the Specs. You might just get the job and find out later that the reason you were selected was based on your bid that was flawed. It's better to have missed out on getting a project than to find out you are on the hook for testing that wasn't in the budget.

The solution to this problem is simple. Ask for help.

Recon Independent Assessments is ready to help anyone that asks. Send us an email that includes the specifications for windows, curtain walls, storefronts, and skylights along with an elevation so we can see the sizes and access to the test specimens and we'll get a number to you and discuss how much time testing should take based on the requirements.

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It's really that simple.

Maybe we'll see you on the job site, maybe not. Either way, we wish you well and hope to improve your life on the job site or in the office by helping avoid nasty surprise expenses.

Best of Luck in the New Year!