How Long to Perform an AAMA 501.2 Test

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A Field Quality Control Check, the AAMA 501.2 is a great tool for checking the success of an ongoing installation of curtain wall or storefront.

A common mistake however is to use the AAMA 501.2 as an acceptance test in new construction.  To perform an acceptance field quality control test, the best procedure is an ASTM E-1105.

How Do You Determine The Length of An AAMA 501.2 ?

Total perimeter length measurement + total intermediate framing length measurement = Total linear length of test subject.

The AAMA 501.2 is administered at a rate of 5' per 5 minutes of spray application.

Example: 

• Curtain Wall sample is 25 feet in length by 16 feet high.

• There are three vertical frame members within the section and two horizontal frame members.

• Horizontal Frame = 100 ft

• Vertical Frame = 80 ft

• Total Linear Test Subject = 180 ft

180 ft @ 5 ft per 5 minutes = 3 hours to perform the Quality Control Check / AAMA 501.2

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How Much Does Water Testing Window, Storefront and Curtain Wall Cost?

The excerpt below is a great place to start learning what it can ultimately cost if field testing is blown off or is simply a "check the box" function in the build process. CLICK the text to link to the complete article:

Big Leaks in Small Spaces

by Michael J. Louis, PE

Water leakage through building walls continues to be the single largest cause for construction litigation in new buildings. Litigation is all too often a long, tedious, expensive and unpredictable venture for owners and building managers. The litigation process often delays repair efforts which can exacerbate damage to finishes and building content, and, more importantly, the structure of the wall assembly. Loss of use of the workspace inevitably creates tensions and economic issues between managers/owners and the tenants that occupy their buildings. 

Recon understands the need to budget and receive a good value.  Contact us today to get your project proposal.

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AAMA 501.2 : How To Perform & Where To Purchase Equipment

An AAMA Field Quality Control Check, the AAMA 501.2 is a method for evaluating curtain wall and storefront for water penetration resistance.




The AAMA 501.2 test procedure, a field water test. (AAMA has actually re-classified the "AAMA Hose Test" procedure, as it is commonly called, to reflect it's true intent of being a Quality Control Check)



If you are preparing to begin field testing curtain wall on your project using water testing 501.2 methods, keep in mind the protocol is not intended for nor does it meet "acceptance" testing criteria.



To be certain consult your project specifications to ensure the work you're doing will meet the requirements.



After years of performing the proceedure, we have developed a 501.2 nozzle assembly that delivers performance and comfort in the field testing environment.



 
For the basics visit:

How to Perform a Field Quality Control Check for Water Penetration On an Installed Curtain Wall



If you still have questions, contact us, we're happy to share what we know to help you complete your project successfully.

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ASTM E -1105 Field Test for Water Penetration Resistance will help to determine if the installed product and opening are joining together in a manner that remains watertight.

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