Air Infiltration & Water Penetration Resistance Field Testing

Recon will use the ASTM E783 & ASTM E1105 test procedures to evaluate windows that were installed as part of a high school renovation project in the Boston area later in the week.

Recon is pleased to have the opportunity to help a new client that has an urgent need and tight schedule.

Our ability to be responsive on short notice is one of our hallmarks.

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Curtain Wall Testing Completed at University of North Florida

As a Qualified Third Party Testing Agency, Recon provided field testing services on the Student Wellness Center at UNF to ensure the water penetration resistance of the completed curtain wall facades.  A random sampling of curtain wall sections were tested to provide quality control on the project.

Remaining building envelope testing will include a field quality control check (AAMA 501.2) of a sizable portion of the metal panel facade.

Recon Independent Assessments provides professional testing services, to learn more about how we can help on your next project, call us:

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Field Quality Control's Easy Button:  Recon Independent Assessments

Mother Nature Flexes Her Muscle

Recon Independent Assessments is spending the night in Atlanta thanks to a line of thunderstorms and tornadic activity passing through the area.  Testing for water penetration on a project in Norfolk tomorrow will be a little behind schedule, however, the storm is a reminder of the test that happens where the weather meets the wall. 

Will your project be ready?  If your design team included field testing with ASTM or AAMA field testing proceedures and standards, Recon Independent Assessments is available to help you deliver quality. 

Contact us 1-866-584-6868, we'll answer your questions and provide a cost proposal in short order.

How Long to Perform an AAMA 501.2 Test

Available Nationwide

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

Click Here: "How To Perform AAMA 501.2"  

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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.

Aluminium And Glass Curtain Wall In Korea - ASTM Field Testing For Water Penetration

Recon Independent Assessments will be in Seoul, South Korea the third week of February 2011.  Feel free to contact us to set an appointment regarding testing services that are available.

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How to Perform an AAMA 501.2 Field Quality Control Check on an Installed Curtain Wall

In the past a link to a short article on how to perform a Field Quality Control Check, the AAMA 501.2, was provided in an entry.

Click Here For How To Article

To help illustrate the process, a short video was produced while performing an AAMA 501.2 on a recent project .

Recon Independent Assessments endorses and encourages the use of the Filed Quality Control Check as a means of monitoring progress and knowing that a system is ready for validation testing.  If your team has questions regarding the procedure, contact us for a little coaching.

If Project Specifications Require Third Party Performance of An AAMA 501.2

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Recon Wraps Up Field Testing On Projects in Virginia & Florida

Curtain Wall Field Quality Control Check AAMA 501.2 Completed Successfully

Water Penetration Field Testing of Curtain Wall using ASTM E-1105 Completed Successfully

Contact Recon to schedule testing on your project.

Mother Nature Gears Up For Field Testing of Installed Fenestration

Recon Independent Assessments provides Field Quality Control testing for installed windows, storefronts, and curtain walls using AAMA and ASTM test standards and protocols. All reports are issued in compliance with the requirements of the test standard.

Contact Recon today for a proposal for your project.

Are You Ready For ASTM or AAMA Field Testing?

The Window Installation is ready for Validation testing using the ASTM E-1105 for Water Penetration Resistance.

Before calling for the Third Party Testing Agency, take the time to walk the project with the Glazing Company's Staff to see what they considered to be "ready for testing"...

Gasket cut too short

Gasket not engaged at corner

Separation of sealant along perimeter

Gasket rolled

The goal of Field Testing is to improve Quality.

Contact Recon for ASTM or AAMA Testing Protocols & Procedures.

Training Classes are available for Project Managers and Superintendents to help them understand the testing standards and proceedures that most project specifications call for on a jobsite.

Knowing The AAMA and ASTM Testing Standards and Procedures

It is quite often that the phone rings here at Recon Independent Assessments and the caller needs help understanding the Specification that requires Field Testing. The two standards that are typically encountered are the ASTM or AAMA standards for Testing Installed Windows, Storefronts and Curtainwalls. Whether or not the ASTM or AAMA standard is called for, the test procedures will be the ASTM E-1105 for Water Penetration or the ASTM E-783 for Air Infiltration.

These testing procedures are being called for on more and more projects. Does your staff have a good understanding of them? If the answer is no, do what The Williams Company and Ajax Building Corporation did recently.

Recon Independent Assessments provided an interactive and informative training session for both Contractors to cover the Testing Standards and Procedures.

At Recon, we feel that the more invested everyone is in the verification of quality product installations, the better the end result will be. Our goal is to help improve the quality of a building and the sustainability of it for the owner and occupants.

Contact Recon Independent Assessments to schedule a training session on the AAMA and ASTM Standards & Testing Procedures.

Recon Independent Assessments AAMA 501.2 Trivia Question

Is the following statement True or False?

The AAMA 501.2 Field Quality Control Check is a great field test method for Operable Window Systems.

Email your answer to : info@reconwindowtesting.com

Five knowledgeable construction professionals will be rewarded with a Recon Independent Assessments T-shirt & Carabiner Knife Prize Pack. Winners will be randomly selected from emails giving the correct answer.