The ASTM E - 1105 & A College Education Regarding Water Penetration Resistance Field Testing

Recon Independent Assessments recently completed a testing engagement at one of Florida's premier state colleges.

The contractor was up to date on the differences between AAMA and ASTM standards and selected the more stringent ASTM protocol to ensure his work and reputation met the bar that is set at "no water being evidenced ..."

It was a pleasure working in an environment where the value of testing is understood and valued.

Going back to school is always a chance to learn something new.  The lesson Recon was able to take home from the testing engagement was this:

Our day rate to complete the testing was 1/4 of the cost the contractor was used to seeing.

Recon Independent Assessments Offers Affordable ASTM Field Testing

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Window Testing Agency - Recon Independent Assessments

You've just learned you've got in field testing requirements for your project.  Towards the end of the Division 8, the section on Field Quality Control stipulates use of a Qualified Third Party Testing Agency, Recon Independent Assessments meets the ASTM Requirements to perform field testing of newly installed fenestration.  We  take pride in the work we do and deliver a quality on site experience and comprehensive report of observations and findings at a price point that is hard to beat.

Contact Recon if you are seeking a qualified testing agency that will keep your company bean counter happy.

AAMA or ASTM Testing Standard, Recon can fulfill either requirement.

If you have any doubt, we'll provide a volume of past testing engagements and references.

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Lower Overhead = Quality Field Testing For Less

Recon Independent Assessments Water Intrusion Testing

Water intrusion can lead to costly interior repairs and problems with Indoor Air Quality (IAQ).  The primary role of the building envelope is to maintain a barrier that keeps the outdoor weather elements outside and the indoor space conditioned and sustainable for the occupants.

After construction has been completed and occupants are in the building, even the best project team will occasionally get the call from an owner regarding a water leak that has affected the interior of the building.

Water intrusion can adversely affect your company reputation.  Everyone endeavors to do the right thing in most cases and the efforts to locate a source of the intrusion is often an easy task.

Once the probable source is repaired, make certain that you verify the repair to determine it was the sole source of the issue, often times it may only be one in a cluster of openings or penetrations that are causing the water intrusion issue.

Beware the presumption of guilt.

Over several years, Recon Independent Assessments has consulted for contractors, attorneys and owners that are trying to unwind the clock and identify issues that are problematic.

Recon consultants have an advantage over the contractor or maintenance staff when it comes to the investigative process; a total lack of bias.

Without preconceived ideas of what the source might or might not be, Recon Independent Assessments has a systematic approach to investigating a building envelope failure.

If you're tired of experiencing setbacks to reputation, potential litigation, and overall frustration with locating a leak, contact us for a no nonsense evaluation of the failure.

Recon Independent Assessments consults Nationwide.

Difference Between AAMA and ASTM?

In simple terms:  Wet vs. Dry


Ask yourself this question before you choose:

In today's litigous climate, why allow ANY water inside your structure at a window opening?

If you have further questions regarding the differences between the test standards, send us an email.  We'll spend a few minutes with you to help you have a clear understanding.

Unless you're planning to do this:

Fenestration News Round Up

Views, daylighting and energy efficiency were important design elements for the Denver office of Heery International, which designed the expansion for the Adams County Justice Center in Brighton, Colo. High-performance glazing systems helped the architects achieve this goal.

Featuring 21,265 square feet of the HP-Wall Series supplied by Wausau Window and Wall Systems, structural consultant, Martin/Martin Inc. developed a 3-D building information model (BIM) during the early-stages of design.

“The model illustrated and clarified the curtainwall’s anchorage requirements at the existing building interface, which were too complex for 2-D details,” says Tom Mifflin, Wausau’s government market manager. “Using BIM tools, along with a collaborative design process, contributed to a very successful project. This avoided potential scheduling delays and costly rework during installation.”

“The project was completed on time and on budget, which is what we all strive for on a project,” says Matt Richardson, project manager with glazing contractor Harmon Inc.’s Denver team.

General contractor GE Johnson Construction Co. (GEJCC) included the glazing team early in the project’s development, according to Joel Watson, Harmon’s senior sales representative. Watson says this involvement was important “to review and assist the design team with the exterior envelope of the building.”

The glass was supplied by Viracon and matches the original glass curtainwall system in performance and aesthetic.

“For an exact match, we supplied the same, low-E, blue-green, insulated glass that we previously supplied to the existing Justice Facility,” says Cameron Scripture, sales representative for Viracon Inc. Complementing the glass in color and in performance, Linetec provided the thermal barrier system and the sea foam green painted finish on the curtainwall and window systems.

This same coating and color also was applied by Linetec to the Justice Center’s storefront and entrance systems, supplied by Tubelite Inc.

View the full article along with images:


http://www.glassguides.com/index.php/archives/1849

Firm Secures $9 Million Settlement in Condominium Construction Defect Lawsuit

Firm Secures $9 Million Settlement in Condominium Construction Defect Lawsuit


The weather hits the wall (and the interface between the window systems & building construction) and if the building envelope is properly constructed, the weather stays outside.

From time to time, we hear this question:

What is the cost of window / curtain wall / storefront field testing?


Recon Independent Assessments hasn't heard or reviewed the details of this case, but we're comfortable saying this:


Field testing newly installed windows, doors, storefront and curtain wall is negligible when compared to the potential cost of litigation if the installation is done wrong or poorly.


RECON INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENTS is a provider of ASTM & AAMA field testing for installed fenestration.


RECON INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENTS is a provider of EXPERT TESTIMONY regarding WATER PENETRATION issues related to the building envelope.


Based on our experience, its always money well spent to field test window installations to ensure water penetration resistance.


Contact us today to learn how our experience can benefit your project.

RMS Cat Model Revision May Cause Homeowners Rate Shift | PropertyCasualty360

Ultimately, when windows and roofs fail under the load of a storm event, insurance steps in to restore the subject property to pre-loss condition.

Preparing for an event by ensuring everything that could be done to prevent water penetration from wind driven rain is essential.

Field testing installed fenestration in newly constructed buildings has been proven to be a plus when faced with actual weather events that test the system to it's design loads.

A robust field quality control specification that demands excellence is the first defense in making sure your buildings weather the storm.

Conventional wisdom has always been to test along the coast, perhaps its time for Spec Writers to acknowledge that risks from wind driven rain exist inland as well. The Article Linked below clearly shows that the folks that ultimately pick up the tab have recognized that fact.

RMS Cat Model Revision May Cause Homeowners Rate Shift PropertyCasualty360

Now read the Linked Article below to see how Field Testing using the ASTM E 1105 lead to great results for a resort while others suffered lost revenue due to damage.

Print it and share with your QC Team and Spec Writers:

http://www.peci.org/ncbc/proceedings/2005/16_Parzych_NCBC2005.pdf

Mitigate Potential Problems With Water Penetration - Field Test Durring Construction

Recon Independent Assessments follows the Field Quality Control section of your project's Division 8 Specifications.

By Field Testing the Design & Construction Teams are validating that the design intent (a dry and healthful indoor environment) is being met.

We're here to help preserve reputations.

Field Testing Newly Installed Windows, Storefront & Curtain Wall Can Help You Ensure Delivery of A Watertight Building Envelope

Window & Curtain Wall Field Testing Scheduled in Raleigh NC

Recon Independent Assessments will be Field Testing in Raleigh, NC very soon.  A team of Recon Consultants will deploy to the project to provide valuable information regarding the quality of the installation of windows and curtain wall being installed in a newly constructed building.  In accordance with the Division 8 Specs, Recon will provide field testing of the installed fenestration using ASTM E-1105 testing proceedures.

The value of testing durring the construction of the building to ensure no water penetration is evidenced will help deliver a watertight building envelope to the owners. 

Recon Independent Assessments is available to provide competitive bids on your project.  Contact us today to learn more about the value and professionalism that defines Recon Independent Assessments.

Recon provides ASTM & AAMA Field Testing Services

Third Party Testing Agency ~ Recon Independent Assessments

Recon Independent Assessments is headed to Tallahassee, FL soon for a field testing engagement on a project there.  Testing will be conducted according to AAMA standards using ASTM test proceedures to determine water penetration resistance of the installation and fenestration.

Recon Independent Assessments is availalbe for additional field testing engagements, contact us today to explore the possibility of having Recon Independent Assessments provide Division 8 Field Quality Control on your project.

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More Testing At Middle School Renovation

Recon Independent Assessments joined the Construction Team on site to Perform Field Testing on Installed Windows and Storefront Systems to ensure the newly installed fenestration was watertight.  AAMA Standards were applied using ASTM E-1105 Test Procedures.

OCPS has a commitment to Quality, Recon Independent Assessments is proud to have gotten the call to assist.

To have Recon provide affordable testing on your next project, contact us today.

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With testing scheduled in Florida, Georgia, North Carolina and Mississippi in the next few weeks, we still have room for a few more.

Wind & Rain Are In The Forecast for 2011

Recon Independent Assessments is looking forward to adding a couple of more states to our map in 2011.

We're ready to submit proposals for water penetration testing whether ASTM or AAMA testing protocols.

We're actively seeking opportunities in South Carolina, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Kentucky, and Ohio.

Wind and Rain are in the Forecast for 2011.  Make sure that Recon has been by the project first to make sure your fenestration is installed watertight.