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. Aama releases updated specification for anodized aluminum. Voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections name of standards organization. Access info on cma today, published by the american association of medical assistants aama, including subscriptions, the online issue, and ad rates. Aama 241003 standard practice for installation of windows. However, only nfrc ratings are recognized by doe and the energy star windows program. Thermal transmittance due to conduction u condensation resistance factor frame crff56. Furnish and install aluminum windows as shown in bid drawings and as per specifications. Aama standards comparison organic coati ngs on aluminum.
Nafs north american fenestration standardspecification for. The national fenestration rating council nfrc published nfrc 500 in 2002 as an alternative to aama 1503. The ufactor is determined under winter, nighttime conditions which simulate different temperatures on the interior and exterior sides of the sample. In the aama 1503 test, the product is placed in a wall between the warm and cold rooms. Aama1402 standard specifications for aluminum siding. Collegelevel medical assisting education required aama. To order aama 61112, visit aama s publication store. Aama1402 standard specifications for aluminum siding, soffit and fascia retired in june 2017 document center.
October 2007 condensation resistance in fenestration products page 2 of 3 similar products, it is also an effective mode to predict when and where condensation may occur on a fenestration product. Aamas crf tool is intended to provide general guidance on suggesting a. Manufacturers product submitted has been in satisfactory and efficient use on minimum of three 3 installations similar and equivalent to this project for past three 3. Aama 1503, astm e1423, and nfrc 100 provide test procedures for thermal transmittance. Aama 2603, voluntary specification, performance requirements and test procedures for pigmented organic. Draft nondefective specification requirements for ufactor. By authority of the united states of america legally binding document.
Ansi was removed from the document title ansiaama 1002. Employ at least three design options to improve window ufactor. Voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections. Our coating stood up to some of the toughest test specifications, including adhesion, abrasion resistance, chemical resistance. The procedure outlined in this document is not intended to test the rated or specified water performance representative of a wind driven rain event. Aama 603 and aama 605 as the standards for testing and performance of organic coatings on architectural aluminum extrusions and panels. Aama 2300 and aama 2301 were removed because they were never completed and published. Standardspecification for windows, doors, and unit skylights. The calculations used to determine the crf rating are based on the procedures outlined in aama 1503. Windows cutepdf writer for windows free downloads and. Begin your search by entering information into the fields below.
The tested specimen meets or exceeds the performance level specified in aama wdmacsa 101i. Ppg durastar ultradurable polyester aluminum extrusion spray coatings durastar coatings pass aama 2604 standards for corrosion resistance, color fastness and durability to highend, aluminumextrusion building products and components, including those used in hightraffic areas. C and a wind speed of 15 mph 24 kph are maintained in the two rooms until steadystate conditions have been met for temperature on both sides and energy input to the warm side. Aama window standards specifications and ratings, testing.
Search by product code or category or leave the product code field blank to see a list of all aama and igma publications. The specification leaves the number of tests up to the specifier, but suggests a default of three tests. Aama 503 is the proper test method for field testing of storefronts, curtain walls, and slope glazing for air leakage resistance and water penetration resistance performance. Condensation resistance factor tool aama resources aama. So for any given window 3 different uvalues can be determined, aama 1503 physical test, nfrc physical test, and nfrc computer simulation. Transmittance and condensation resistance of windows. By order of the executive directoroffice of the federal registerwashington, d. Simply enter the project specific environmental information in each of the three boxes requiring user data input. The specification is also available for purchase on cd and hardcopy. The aama 503 voluntary specification for field testing of newly installed storefronts, curtain walls, and sloped glazing systems is a fieldtesting guide developed by the american architectural manufacturers association aama. Differentiate between nfrc and aama testing and certification processes.
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. Aama american architectural manufacturers association. Download understanding ufactors course pdf wausau window. Additional optional performance levels available with 1 12 inch and 1 34 inch triple glaze igus. Test reports from an independent certified laboratory shall be available upon request. This program is registered with the aiaces for aama. The listed results were secured by using the designated test methods and indicate compliance with the performance requirements of the referenced specification paragraphs for the. 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.
Window thermal testing td010 graham architectural products. Testing is also recommended at 5%, 50% and 90% of installation completion. 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. Excerpt editions do not reflect updates that were issued after the initial publication of the standardspecification. Aama standards comparison organic coati ngs on aluminum extrusions and panels attribute aama 260302 basic pigmented coatings aama 260410 high performance coatings aama 260511 superior coatings minimum initial dry film thickness 20 microns 0. Sovell investigative testing and consulting sitc is a third party independent testing agency that provides testing utilizing both astm international standards and american architects and manufactures association aama specifications. Why test a system that has already preconstruction phase.
This guide illustrates test procedures to ensure air and moisture penetration is minimized in new window installations. Voluntary test method for thermal transmittance and condensation resistance of windows, doors and glazed wall sections see other formats. Sitc conducts aama quality assurance water spray testing and aama investigative water spray testing. By order of the executive director office of the federal register washington, d. Condensation resistance factor crf calculator users. Aama 260405 certification our sevenstep powdercoat system exceeds aama 260405 american architectural manufacturers association test specificationsone of the highest in the industry. 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.
Significant advances have been made in technology which have created the need to revise these specifications. Aama condensation resistance factor tool aama resources. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the aia of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. This program is registered with the aiaces for continuing professional education.