This limitation does not affect the overall validity of this method for evaluating thermal cycling. Aama 2604 light commercial ppg architectural metal coatings. Aama window standards specifications and ratings, testing. Aama 2300 and aama 2301 were removed because they were never completed and published. Establishing systemspecific thermal performance section. Aama 150398 voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors, and glazed wall sections. Aama 241003 standard practice for installation of windows. Additional optional performance levels available with 1 12 inch and 1 34 inch triple glaze igus. Ten years after it has been applied, an aama 2605 paint will have faded no more than 5 delta e, the chalking will be no higher.
Aama and igma, two industry leaders, have unified to form an exponentially stronger alliance. The steps are grouped into two main categories, including four steps prior to testing and three steps. Download per copy voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance. Aama 1503 voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and. Designing better commercial fenestration through thermal. Test outputs are the thermal conductance of the unit uvalue, surface temperatures and condensation resistance ratings. Voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections name of standards organization. Our coating stood up to some of the toughest test specifications, including adhesion, abrasion resistance, chemical resistance. Consequently, the thermal cycling tests results will not have the accuracy or reproducibility of aama 1503. Standardspecification for windows, doors, and unit skylights. The specification is also available for purchase on cd and hardcopy. This guide illustrates test procedures to ensure air and moisture penetration is minimized in new window installations. Test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed. Employ at least three design options to improve window ufactor.
Aama uses physical testing under aama 1503 to measure the u factor of a baseline fenestration system exposed to exterior conditions of. Voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections see other formats. The aama 502 voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed fenestration products is a fieldtesting guide developed by the american architectural manufacturers association aama. I had not yet seen the new generation of 3d printers in action but they were all over. An application for this series powder would include window and curtain wall systems and other. Aama 2604 light commercial products extrusion coatings aama 2604 light commercial the american architectural manufacturers association aama analyzes products to provide architects with benchmarks for quality in selecting the right materials for new construction and renovation projects. Draft nondefective specification requirements for ufactor. Aama official site american association of medical. Aama 91093 voluntary life cycle specifications and test methods for architectural grade windows and sliding glass doors. Aama 2603, voluntary specification, performance requirements and test procedures for pigmented organic. Aama 150398 voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and. Any reliance upon the information or advice is at the risk of the party so relying. Astm e 33100 standard test method for water penetration of exterior windows, skylights, doors, and curtain walls by uniform static air pressure difference. Structural shall meet the requirements of aamawdma csa 101i.
Description architectural grade thermal strutted double hung with sideload sash commercial window for monumental sizes that mulls to 412. The steps are grouped into two main categories, including four steps prior to testing and three steps during and after testing. For each test the interior side air temperature was 70 f, the exterior temperature was 0 f and the air flow velocity directed against the wall was 15 mph. The associations aluminum material councils finishes committee has adjusted aama 2603, 2604 and 2605.
Jeldwen disclaims any and all liability associated with the use andor provision of this information. Starting with information gathering, the forensic investigator performs the following. Intertek offers testing services for standard aama 1503. Establishing systemspecific thermal performance section 6. Voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections. Jun 01, 2016 in the photo, american architectural manufacturers association aama 501. Aama 603 and aama 605 as the standards for testing and performance of organic coatings on architectural aluminum extrusions and panels. Transmittance and condensation resistance of windows. Aama 502 was completed first, followed by aama 503. Sitc conducts aama quality assurance water spray testing and aama investigative water spray testing. Several drafts were written by the field test task group with the intent to do a clean sweep of the documents. Aama 260505 aama 2605 is the highperformance exterior specification. Voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections see other formats a by authority. American architectural manufacturers association aama water spray testing is a service that sovell investigative testing and consulting sitc has been suppling our.
These finishes are resistant to moisture, weathering, ozone and uv radiation. Aama 1503 98 voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors, and glazed wall sections. Aama and its members moved forward to rectify these issues. The ufactor is determined under winter, nighttime conditions which simulate different temperatures on the interior and exterior sides of the sample. Why test a system that has already preconstruction phase. Condensation resistance factor tool aama resources aama. Corrosion requirements, for example, are 3,000 hrs of salt spray for aama 2604 and 4,000 hrs for aama 2605, and the numbers are similar for humidity. This is a logical step to take inasmuch as heat flow measurements and temperature measurements needed to calculate thermal transmittance and condensation resistance factors.
In the photo, american architectural manufacturers association aama 501. Voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections the aama 1503 test method is based on astm methodology. Aama 1402 standard specifications for aluminum siding, soffit and fascia retired in june 2017. Nafs north american fenestration standardspecification. The most current versions are denoted as 260317a, 260417a and 260517a. Aama releases new document addressing specification for. Download per copy voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and. This is a logical step to take inasmuch as heat flow measurements and temperature measurements needed to calculate thermal transmittance. We have been in contact with our test administration agency regarding the potential impact on the upcoming certification exam administration for the cma aama exam. The aama is closely monitoring reports about the biological threat presented by the coronavirus. Aama updates field testing protocols page 3 of 3 the revised specification clarifies the need for testing more than one unit and at periodic intervals. Ansi was removed from the document title ansiaama 1002.
Aama 2605 the specification for highperformance exteriors. The resulting finish meets or exceeds aama 2605 specifications for 10year south florida exposure weathering conditions and resistance to salt spray, chalking and fading. The calculations used to determine the crf rating are based on the procedures outlined in aama 1503 09, voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections. Voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections see other formats a by authority of the united states of america legally binding document by the authority vested by part 5 of the united states code 552a and part 1 of the code of regulations 51 the attached document has been duly. Voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections the aama 1503 test method is based on astm. Significant advances have been made in technology which have created the need to revise these specifications. Many special finishes and components are available, please consult technical glass products.
The american architectural manufacturer association known as aama is the leading trade association that representing the high standard of quality certification for manufacturers. Aama releases updated specification for anodized aluminum. This architectural specification manual provides a summary of the specification, design and applications that can be achieved with pilkington profilit. Aama publishes forensic water testing guideline page 2 of 3 information regarding each step. Extrusion coating system meets aama 2605 specifications. Nafs north american fenestration standardspecification for. Manufacturers may certify their products for thermal performance with or without certifying for air, water, and structural performance. Essentially the same changes were made to both documents, however aama 503 is written. To order aama 61112, visit aama s publication store. Aama1402 standard specifications for aluminum siding. Aama condensation resistance factor tool aama resources. Download per copy voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections this test method measures the thermal characteristics of windows, doors and glazed exterior wall sections under. Jeldwen disclaims any and all liability associated with. May 22, 20 corrosion requirements, for example, are 3,000 hrs of salt spray for aama 2604 and 4,000 hrs for aama 2605, and the numbers are similar for humidity.
Aama1402 standard specifications for aluminum siding, soffit and fascia retired in june 2017 aama1402 2009 edition superseded show complete document history how to order. Aama 2300 and aama 2301 were removed because they were never completed and. Aama 260405 certification our sevenstep powdercoat system exceeds aama 260405 american architectural manufacturers association test specificationsone of the highest in the industry. Pilkington profilit architectural glazing systems have been designed for worldwide architectural markets. Designed to help our members excel in a dynamic and fastmoving future, the fenestration and glazing industry alliance, or fgia, is focused on building better industry synergies from glass to framing. Aamas crf tool is intended to provide general guidance on suggesting a. This test is applicable to both residential and commercial fenestration products but is primarily used in the commercial market to specify. Excerpt editions do not reflect updates that were issued after the initial publication of the standardspecification. Aama 1503 voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections. Aama releases new document addressing specification for field testing of newly installed storefronts, curtain walls and sloped glazing systems schaumburg, ill. The calculations used to determine the crf rating are based on the procedures outlined in aama 150309, voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows. Transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed.
Simply enter the project specific environmental information in each of the three boxes requiring user data input. Thermal transmittance due to conduction u condensation resistance factor frame crff56. Aama 260302 voluntary specification, performance requirements and test. By order of the executive director office of the federal register washington, d. Allinone unit equipped with printer server, combining color printing. Product thermal performance ture difference across the sample. Designing better commercial fenestration through thermal design.
In addition to gold label certification, manufacturers may certify thermal performance to the aama 1503 test method or through aama to national fenestration rating council nfrc requirements. That will be hard to achieve on steel without a primer and may still fail, depending on the quality of the surface treatment. Differentiate between nfrc and aama testing and certification processes. Depending on the manufacturer, a 2605 powder coat may or may not utilize a fluoropolymer resin pvdf.
Operation the x panels are operable on the series 9910 and will slide open for ventilation. Significant changes to the project manual that have occurred between. All aama documents may be ordered at our web site in the publications store. American architectural manufacturers association aama water spray testing is a service that sovell investigative testing and consulting sitc has been suppling our customers for ten years. Thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections.
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