The document discusses the importance of conducting air and water field testing on installed fenestration products to verify proper installation, product performance, and compliance with specifications, as well as to identify sources of problems, with case studies showing issues discovered through testing like improper installation procedures and missing sealants. Field testing is required by building project specifications and standards like AAMA 502 and 503 to qualify the installation and ensure quality.
Le mur-rideau GEODE aspect tramé se présente soit en version grille apparente, soit en aspect lisse avec trames horizontales ou verticales. Ce mur-rideau permet l'intégration d'ouvrants cachés à l’italienne, parallèles et oscillo-battants. Le choix de capots aluminium souligne le design extérieur de la façade. +INFO: export@puigmetal.es
Fire Alarm Systems fall broadly into two groups - Conventional Systems or Analogue Addressable Systems.
• Conventional Fire Alarm Control System
• Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm System
Intelligent Addressable Fire Alarm System
The water penetration resistance test consists of sealing a chamber to the interior or exterior face of the test specimen to be tested, supplying or exhausting air to the chamber at the rate required to maintain the desired air pressure difference across the specimen. Simultaneous to the application of air pressure difference, water shall be applied to the exterior face at the required rate (table 2 and 3) while observing for any water penetration at the interior.
Lecture on building bodes and regulatory Requirements in building design and construction. Covers topics of life safety, fire safety, structural safety, health, welfare and property protection. ADA guidelines are reviewed and zoning ordinances are discussed.
Le mur-rideau GEODE aspect tramé se présente soit en version grille apparente, soit en aspect lisse avec trames horizontales ou verticales. Ce mur-rideau permet l'intégration d'ouvrants cachés à l’italienne, parallèles et oscillo-battants. Le choix de capots aluminium souligne le design extérieur de la façade. +INFO: export@puigmetal.es
Fire Alarm Systems fall broadly into two groups - Conventional Systems or Analogue Addressable Systems.
• Conventional Fire Alarm Control System
• Analogue Addressable Fire Alarm System
Intelligent Addressable Fire Alarm System
The water penetration resistance test consists of sealing a chamber to the interior or exterior face of the test specimen to be tested, supplying or exhausting air to the chamber at the rate required to maintain the desired air pressure difference across the specimen. Simultaneous to the application of air pressure difference, water shall be applied to the exterior face at the required rate (table 2 and 3) while observing for any water penetration at the interior.
Lecture on building bodes and regulatory Requirements in building design and construction. Covers topics of life safety, fire safety, structural safety, health, welfare and property protection. ADA guidelines are reviewed and zoning ordinances are discussed.
Follow India national building code(NBC2016) for electrical installation and ...Mahesh Chandra Manav
We are all aware now days getting new Regarding Fire Accident and Claiming Due to short circuit and Died and Causality one or two Days Serious Comment by Political Party later forget .
if we are all keep our irresponsible and some people personal interest pass un authorized Construction by Electrical Inspector and Fire and Safety Personal Later People Build Unauthorized Changes .
all this is not Secret known by respected agencies they only interest to Satisfy their personal need by culprit.
If we as citizen not allow and follow strictly NBC2016 for Electrical Installation.
JMV LPS LTD will support all Industries , Consultants and End User require Earthing for Equipment's Follow IS3043(2018), Grid Earthing IEEE80 , NBC2016 Lightning Protection , Exothermic Weld , Copper Clad Steel Conductors and Surge Protection for Power Data and Communication .
We have CDEGS Software , for Design Earthing , IEC62305 for Lightning and LAB for Testing 200kA 10/350 ,50kA 8/20 Surge High Voltage 550KV accerlate with NABL and according to IEC
Plz Call for Design , Presentation Mahesh Chandra Manav M-9910398999 manav@jmv.co.in
Integrating fire protection and fire alarm systems with building automation systems (BAS) can offer efficient and cost-effective operation. The design and installation of an integrated system must also be well-planned and coordinated, and the system must be properly maintained over its lifetime. The need for multidisciplinary coordination between the fire protection engineer and the mechanical and electrical engineers during design and construction are of key importance. Design engineers also must involve the building owner and/or operator in establishing (or at least influencing) the design criteria of the building. The owner/operator must understand that the efficiencies gained by integration will pay dividends long into the lifecycle of the building.
Like a BAS, fire protection and alarm systems have also evolved into sophisticated computer-based systems, which offers more opportunities to integrate these systems to develop a more complete building response as part of overall building operations during an emergency event.
CPD Presentation: Smoke Ventilation using ShaftsColt UK
CPD Seminar - Smoke Ventilation Using Shafts
Shaft ventilation in residential and commercial buildings
Prescriptive staircase requirements for fire fighting and means of escape in residential buildings:
Ventilation of fire fighting stairs
Natural ventilation to BS 5588 Part 5
Natural shafts to BS 5588 Part 5
BRE Shafts to BS 5588 Part 5
Mechanical shafts as an alternative solution
Ventilation of common corridors in residential buildings:
Natural ventilation to ADB 2006
Natural Shafts to ADB 2006
Pressurisation/ mechanical ventilation
Extended travel distances in common corridors using mechanical shafts
8 Important things to know about Intrinsic safety.
Intrinsic safety refers to electrical equipment and wiring that’s inherently safe. In other words, an intrinsically safe circuit is one with energy levels so low they cannot cause an explosion.
Project Name: xxx
RA Ref No.: xxx
RA compilation Date: Review date:
Date:
Compiled by:
Reviewed by:
Approved by:
Overall Task Details
Temporary Falsework for formwork support. Classed as Temporary Works Relevant Applicable MAS:
• 01411 – MEWP’s;
• 00236 - Housekeeping Additional Training required:
Temporary Works Coordinator to be designated NOC’s Required for task:
RISK SCORE CALCULATOR
Use the Risk Score Calculator to Determine the Level of Risk of each Hazard
What would be the
CONSEQUENCE
of an occurrence be? What is the LIKELIHOOD of an occurrence? Hierarchy of Controls
Frequent/Almost certain (5)
Continuous or will happen frequently Often (4)
6 to 12 times a year Likely (3)
1 to 5 times a year Possible (2)
Once every 5 years Rarely (1)
Less than once every 5 years Can the hazard be Eliminated or removed from the work place?
Catastrophic (5)
Multiple Fatalities High 25 High 20 High 15 Medium 10 Medium 5 Can the product or process be substituted for a less hazardous alternative?
Serious (4)
Class 1 single fatality High 20 High 16 High 12 Medium 8 Low 4 Can the hazard be engineered away with guards or barriers?
Moderate (3)
Class2 (AWI or LTI) or Class 1 Permanently disabling effects High 15 High 12 Medium 9 Medium 6 Low 3 Can Administration Controls be adopted
I.e. procedures, job rotation etc.
Minor (2)
Medical attention needed, no work restrictions. MTI Medium10 Medium 8 Medium 6 Low 4 Low 2 Can Personal Protective Equipment & Clothing be worn to safe guard against hazards?
Insignificant (1)
FAI Medium10 Medium 4 Low 3 Low 2 Low 1
No Specific Task Step
(In sequence of works) Hazard Details Consequence/Risk Initial Risk Rating Control Measures Residual Risks Additional Control Measures RR
P S RR
1 Access to work areas by personnel and plant.
Material delivery to work area;
• Vehicles and workers in same working area;
• Storage of materials for falsework;
• Use of plant – forklift etc.; • Collision with plant or vehicles and live traffic;ac
• Workers struck by plant, very high risk of fatality;
• Workers struck by plant;
• Poor or unsafe storage, collapse;
• Untrained operators; 4 5 20
HIGH i. Worker pedestrian routes to be designed and implemented with clear signage;
ii. Instruction to workers at induction on use of access routes around the project;
iii. All plant and operators to be Third Party certificated by approved body;
iv. Flagmen to be used to control personnel (only on roads below 80kph);
v. Falsework materials stored correctly, no more than 2 pallets high and banded together when transporting;
vi. In traffic enclosed areas suitable welfare and first aid facilities shall be implemented to minimized worker movements;
vii. The Logistics plan shall clearly illustrate access and egress points; Workers not complying with controls All supervision to monitor operation;
Regular topic in TBT’s Low
2 Use of powered access equipment for assembly of false-work (if required) • Use of MEWP
(Mobile Elevated
Learn the purpose compartmentation and fire doors. Understand code requirements, door types, and proper inspection methods.
Learning objectives:
- Know what codes and standards apply to fire doors
- Identify fire door types, components, and proper operation
- Conduct a fire door inspection to confirm compliance with codes and standards.
Dennis Stanke of Trane presents ASHRAE Standard 62.1 Update. Dennis is the Chair of the Standard 62.1 committee. Presented at the 2008 ASHRAE Region VI CRC in Chicago, Illinois.
May 15, 16, 17, 2008
Building services engineering, technical building services, architectural engineering, building engineering, or facilities and services planning engineering refers to the implementation of the engineering for the internal environment and environmental impact of a building.
The Chicago Department of Aviation owns and manages both O'Hare and Midway International Airports. Annually O'Hare and Midway account for over 1.13 million operations as well as 99 million passengers combined with an annual operating budget of over $1 billion dollars. Mr. Leach's responsibilities include overseeing all planning, design and construction activities at O'Hare and Midway including O'Hare 21 and the Modernization Program; maintenance and operation of the terminals, parking and automated transit system; annual FAA inspection and certification.
Follow India national building code(NBC2016) for electrical installation and ...Mahesh Chandra Manav
We are all aware now days getting new Regarding Fire Accident and Claiming Due to short circuit and Died and Causality one or two Days Serious Comment by Political Party later forget .
if we are all keep our irresponsible and some people personal interest pass un authorized Construction by Electrical Inspector and Fire and Safety Personal Later People Build Unauthorized Changes .
all this is not Secret known by respected agencies they only interest to Satisfy their personal need by culprit.
If we as citizen not allow and follow strictly NBC2016 for Electrical Installation.
JMV LPS LTD will support all Industries , Consultants and End User require Earthing for Equipment's Follow IS3043(2018), Grid Earthing IEEE80 , NBC2016 Lightning Protection , Exothermic Weld , Copper Clad Steel Conductors and Surge Protection for Power Data and Communication .
We have CDEGS Software , for Design Earthing , IEC62305 for Lightning and LAB for Testing 200kA 10/350 ,50kA 8/20 Surge High Voltage 550KV accerlate with NABL and according to IEC
Plz Call for Design , Presentation Mahesh Chandra Manav M-9910398999 manav@jmv.co.in
Integrating fire protection and fire alarm systems with building automation systems (BAS) can offer efficient and cost-effective operation. The design and installation of an integrated system must also be well-planned and coordinated, and the system must be properly maintained over its lifetime. The need for multidisciplinary coordination between the fire protection engineer and the mechanical and electrical engineers during design and construction are of key importance. Design engineers also must involve the building owner and/or operator in establishing (or at least influencing) the design criteria of the building. The owner/operator must understand that the efficiencies gained by integration will pay dividends long into the lifecycle of the building.
Like a BAS, fire protection and alarm systems have also evolved into sophisticated computer-based systems, which offers more opportunities to integrate these systems to develop a more complete building response as part of overall building operations during an emergency event.
CPD Presentation: Smoke Ventilation using ShaftsColt UK
CPD Seminar - Smoke Ventilation Using Shafts
Shaft ventilation in residential and commercial buildings
Prescriptive staircase requirements for fire fighting and means of escape in residential buildings:
Ventilation of fire fighting stairs
Natural ventilation to BS 5588 Part 5
Natural shafts to BS 5588 Part 5
BRE Shafts to BS 5588 Part 5
Mechanical shafts as an alternative solution
Ventilation of common corridors in residential buildings:
Natural ventilation to ADB 2006
Natural Shafts to ADB 2006
Pressurisation/ mechanical ventilation
Extended travel distances in common corridors using mechanical shafts
8 Important things to know about Intrinsic safety.
Intrinsic safety refers to electrical equipment and wiring that’s inherently safe. In other words, an intrinsically safe circuit is one with energy levels so low they cannot cause an explosion.
Project Name: xxx
RA Ref No.: xxx
RA compilation Date: Review date:
Date:
Compiled by:
Reviewed by:
Approved by:
Overall Task Details
Temporary Falsework for formwork support. Classed as Temporary Works Relevant Applicable MAS:
• 01411 – MEWP’s;
• 00236 - Housekeeping Additional Training required:
Temporary Works Coordinator to be designated NOC’s Required for task:
RISK SCORE CALCULATOR
Use the Risk Score Calculator to Determine the Level of Risk of each Hazard
What would be the
CONSEQUENCE
of an occurrence be? What is the LIKELIHOOD of an occurrence? Hierarchy of Controls
Frequent/Almost certain (5)
Continuous or will happen frequently Often (4)
6 to 12 times a year Likely (3)
1 to 5 times a year Possible (2)
Once every 5 years Rarely (1)
Less than once every 5 years Can the hazard be Eliminated or removed from the work place?
Catastrophic (5)
Multiple Fatalities High 25 High 20 High 15 Medium 10 Medium 5 Can the product or process be substituted for a less hazardous alternative?
Serious (4)
Class 1 single fatality High 20 High 16 High 12 Medium 8 Low 4 Can the hazard be engineered away with guards or barriers?
Moderate (3)
Class2 (AWI or LTI) or Class 1 Permanently disabling effects High 15 High 12 Medium 9 Medium 6 Low 3 Can Administration Controls be adopted
I.e. procedures, job rotation etc.
Minor (2)
Medical attention needed, no work restrictions. MTI Medium10 Medium 8 Medium 6 Low 4 Low 2 Can Personal Protective Equipment & Clothing be worn to safe guard against hazards?
Insignificant (1)
FAI Medium10 Medium 4 Low 3 Low 2 Low 1
No Specific Task Step
(In sequence of works) Hazard Details Consequence/Risk Initial Risk Rating Control Measures Residual Risks Additional Control Measures RR
P S RR
1 Access to work areas by personnel and plant.
Material delivery to work area;
• Vehicles and workers in same working area;
• Storage of materials for falsework;
• Use of plant – forklift etc.; • Collision with plant or vehicles and live traffic;ac
• Workers struck by plant, very high risk of fatality;
• Workers struck by plant;
• Poor or unsafe storage, collapse;
• Untrained operators; 4 5 20
HIGH i. Worker pedestrian routes to be designed and implemented with clear signage;
ii. Instruction to workers at induction on use of access routes around the project;
iii. All plant and operators to be Third Party certificated by approved body;
iv. Flagmen to be used to control personnel (only on roads below 80kph);
v. Falsework materials stored correctly, no more than 2 pallets high and banded together when transporting;
vi. In traffic enclosed areas suitable welfare and first aid facilities shall be implemented to minimized worker movements;
vii. The Logistics plan shall clearly illustrate access and egress points; Workers not complying with controls All supervision to monitor operation;
Regular topic in TBT’s Low
2 Use of powered access equipment for assembly of false-work (if required) • Use of MEWP
(Mobile Elevated
Learn the purpose compartmentation and fire doors. Understand code requirements, door types, and proper inspection methods.
Learning objectives:
- Know what codes and standards apply to fire doors
- Identify fire door types, components, and proper operation
- Conduct a fire door inspection to confirm compliance with codes and standards.
Dennis Stanke of Trane presents ASHRAE Standard 62.1 Update. Dennis is the Chair of the Standard 62.1 committee. Presented at the 2008 ASHRAE Region VI CRC in Chicago, Illinois.
May 15, 16, 17, 2008
Building services engineering, technical building services, architectural engineering, building engineering, or facilities and services planning engineering refers to the implementation of the engineering for the internal environment and environmental impact of a building.
The Chicago Department of Aviation owns and manages both O'Hare and Midway International Airports. Annually O'Hare and Midway account for over 1.13 million operations as well as 99 million passengers combined with an annual operating budget of over $1 billion dollars. Mr. Leach's responsibilities include overseeing all planning, design and construction activities at O'Hare and Midway including O'Hare 21 and the Modernization Program; maintenance and operation of the terminals, parking and automated transit system; annual FAA inspection and certification.
The Airex Pro-System Kit is a 2-In-1 system that combines air-tight sealing w/ a wall-mounted piping outlet & UV/Vapor Retarder piping insulation protector for exterior applications of #HVAC refrigerant piping penetrations & outdoor insulation. http://www.airexmfg.com/prosystem
The Airex Pro-System Kit is a 2-In-1 system that combines air-tight sealing w/ a wall-mounted piping outlet & UV/Vapor Retarder piping insulation protector for exterior applications of #HVAC refrigerant piping penetrations & outdoor insulation. http://www.airexmfg.com/prosystem
The Predictability of Moisture Control & Building Air Tightness in High-Perfo...George DuBose
Course / Learning Objectives:
•Learn about the non-conformance in air-tightness standards and what's driving this non-consensus.
•Examine case studies to realize the differences in air-tightness results as compared to air-tightness standards.
•Recognize the importance of moisture control while achieving air tightness and understand the predictable elements of this process.
•Apply predictable elements of air-barrier design that will mitigate failures.
The recent rash of hurricanes and other strong wind events has shown us how important proper roof edge design is in preventing roof and property damage. This presentation discusses the importance of roof edge and shows how to design and specify roof edge systems.
Continuous Spray Foam Insulation & Weather BarriersBrian Jones
Recent changes to Building Codes such as the IBC and IRC have been significant. This “Codification” of new requirements for continuous insulation, air barriers, vapor retarders and water resistive barriers, plus a proliferation of new materials, tests and quality assurance procedures, can create sometimes confusing requirements. This pre-recorded webinar attempts to de-mystify this 'codification'.
Power Construction presented for the Construction Management Association of America - Chicago Chapter about the new Kaplan Institute of Innovation to be built at the Illinois Institute of Technology campus
CMAA of Chicago welcomed Ray Giderof at this month’s meeting on October 26th, 2017.. He is currently PBC's Chief Development Officer and presented about "Project Delivery - Accountability."
ACE is a mentoring program designed to bring together Chicago's best architecture, engineering, and construction companies to mentor high school teens. The students learn about the building process through weekly activities organized by the mentors.
CMAA OHare and Midway International Airports Capital Improvement ProgramAusrine Rakauskaite
Jonathan Leach, Chief Operating Officer at CDA as he discusses CDA’s expanding Capital Improvement Program for the both the “world’s busiest airport” and the “busiest square mile in the world.”
Construction Management Association of America Chicago Chapter Cook County Presentation
Department of Capital Planning& Policy
Capital Improvement Program
Phillip R. Boothby, Director
Saudi Arabia stands as a titan in the global energy landscape, renowned for its abundant oil and gas resources. It's the largest exporter of petroleum and holds some of the world's most significant reserves. Let's delve into the top 10 oil and gas projects shaping Saudi Arabia's energy future in 2024.
Democratizing Fuzzing at Scale by Abhishek Aryaabh.arya
Presented at NUS: Fuzzing and Software Security Summer School 2024
This keynote talks about the democratization of fuzzing at scale, highlighting the collaboration between open source communities, academia, and industry to advance the field of fuzzing. It delves into the history of fuzzing, the development of scalable fuzzing platforms, and the empowerment of community-driven research. The talk will further discuss recent advancements leveraging AI/ML and offer insights into the future evolution of the fuzzing landscape.
Quality defects in TMT Bars, Possible causes and Potential Solutions.PrashantGoswami42
Maintaining high-quality standards in the production of TMT bars is crucial for ensuring structural integrity in construction. Addressing common defects through careful monitoring, standardized processes, and advanced technology can significantly improve the quality of TMT bars. Continuous training and adherence to quality control measures will also play a pivotal role in minimizing these defects.
Cosmetic shop management system project report.pdfKamal Acharya
Buying new cosmetic products is difficult. It can even be scary for those who have sensitive skin and are prone to skin trouble. The information needed to alleviate this problem is on the back of each product, but it's thought to interpret those ingredient lists unless you have a background in chemistry.
Instead of buying and hoping for the best, we can use data science to help us predict which products may be good fits for us. It includes various function programs to do the above mentioned tasks.
Data file handling has been effectively used in the program.
The automated cosmetic shop management system should deal with the automation of general workflow and administration process of the shop. The main processes of the system focus on customer's request where the system is able to search the most appropriate products and deliver it to the customers. It should help the employees to quickly identify the list of cosmetic product that have reached the minimum quantity and also keep a track of expired date for each cosmetic product. It should help the employees to find the rack number in which the product is placed.It is also Faster and more efficient way.
Automobile Management System Project Report.pdfKamal Acharya
The proposed project is developed to manage the automobile in the automobile dealer company. The main module in this project is login, automobile management, customer management, sales, complaints and reports. The first module is the login. The automobile showroom owner should login to the project for usage. The username and password are verified and if it is correct, next form opens. If the username and password are not correct, it shows the error message.
When a customer search for a automobile, if the automobile is available, they will be taken to a page that shows the details of the automobile including automobile name, automobile ID, quantity, price etc. “Automobile Management System” is useful for maintaining automobiles, customers effectively and hence helps for establishing good relation between customer and automobile organization. It contains various customized modules for effectively maintaining automobiles and stock information accurately and safely.
When the automobile is sold to the customer, stock will be reduced automatically. When a new purchase is made, stock will be increased automatically. While selecting automobiles for sale, the proposed software will automatically check for total number of available stock of that particular item, if the total stock of that particular item is less than 5, software will notify the user to purchase the particular item.
Also when the user tries to sale items which are not in stock, the system will prompt the user that the stock is not enough. Customers of this system can search for a automobile; can purchase a automobile easily by selecting fast. On the other hand the stock of automobiles can be maintained perfectly by the automobile shop manager overcoming the drawbacks of existing system.
Industrial Training at Shahjalal Fertilizer Company Limited (SFCL)MdTanvirMahtab2
This presentation is about the working procedure of Shahjalal Fertilizer Company Limited (SFCL). A Govt. owned Company of Bangladesh Chemical Industries Corporation under Ministry of Industries.
CFD Simulation of By-pass Flow in a HRSG module by R&R Consult.pptxR&R Consult
CFD analysis is incredibly effective at solving mysteries and improving the performance of complex systems!
Here's a great example: At a large natural gas-fired power plant, where they use waste heat to generate steam and energy, they were puzzled that their boiler wasn't producing as much steam as expected.
R&R and Tetra Engineering Group Inc. were asked to solve the issue with reduced steam production.
An inspection had shown that a significant amount of hot flue gas was bypassing the boiler tubes, where the heat was supposed to be transferred.
R&R Consult conducted a CFD analysis, which revealed that 6.3% of the flue gas was bypassing the boiler tubes without transferring heat. The analysis also showed that the flue gas was instead being directed along the sides of the boiler and between the modules that were supposed to capture the heat. This was the cause of the reduced performance.
Based on our results, Tetra Engineering installed covering plates to reduce the bypass flow. This improved the boiler's performance and increased electricity production.
It is always satisfying when we can help solve complex challenges like this. Do your systems also need a check-up or optimization? Give us a call!
Work done in cooperation with James Malloy and David Moelling from Tetra Engineering.
More examples of our work https://www.r-r-consult.dk/en/cases-en/
Student information management system project report ii.pdfKamal Acharya
Our project explains about the student management. This project mainly explains the various actions related to student details. This project shows some ease in adding, editing and deleting the student details. It also provides a less time consuming process for viewing, adding, editing and deleting the marks of the students.
Welcome to WIPAC Monthly the magazine brought to you by the LinkedIn Group Water Industry Process Automation & Control.
In this month's edition, along with this month's industry news to celebrate the 13 years since the group was created we have articles including
A case study of the used of Advanced Process Control at the Wastewater Treatment works at Lleida in Spain
A look back on an article on smart wastewater networks in order to see how the industry has measured up in the interim around the adoption of Digital Transformation in the Water Industry.
3. Credit(s) earned on completion of
this course will be reported to AIA
CES for AIA members.
Certificates of Completion for both
AIA members and non-AIA
members are available upon
request.
This course is registered with AIA
CES for continuing professional
education. 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.
_______________________________________
Questions related to specific materials, methods,
and services will be addressed at the conclusion
of this presentation.
5. Air and water field testing is conducted on installed fenestration systems to
ensure the quality of installation, the performance of installed products, verify
compliance with architect and industry specifications and for forensics
investigations to identify the source of problems in the field. This course
explores the value and importance of air and water field testing of installed
fenestration systems. Participants will learn and understand why building
project specifications often require field testing after installation of windows
and other fenestration products, the value it provides to the participants, what
the typical project specifications mean, how field testing is conducted, the
information it reveals and the positive impact it provides to the building project.
Course
Description
6. Learning Objectives
Understanding the importance of air and water field testing of
installed fenestration products
Upon completion of this course, participants should be able to:
Describe the purpose of air and water field testing
Identify the correct test standards and methods to be used to conduct field
testing for specific information and situations
Detail how to prepare for air and water field testing to achieve greatest
value, efficiency and success
Describe the test results that are obtained and how that information can be
used to positively impact a building project
6
7. Agenda for Course
Understanding the importance of air and water field testing of
installed fenestration products
Purpose of conducting air and water field testing
Standards and methods used to conduct air and water field testing
Considerations for field testing readiness
Exploring case studies to understand the value, importance, and
findings from conducting air and water field testing
7
8. Project Specifications Require Testing
1. Windows, Doors, Curtain Walls, Glazing Specifications
Specifications to which windows, doors, curtain walls and glazing must comply
when ordered and received from the supplier:
Air, water and structural performance requirements (IBC and IRC)
Thermal performance requirements (IECC)
Windstorm Resistance requirements (FBC, Miami-Dade County, Texas &
ICC-500, and FEMA)
Acoustical performance requirements (IBC)
2. Exterior Wall System Mock-up Testing Requirements
Pre-construction testing of a mock-up of the exterior wall system (including
windows, doors, curtain walls and glazing) to evaluate performance of the exterior
wall system prior to beginning construction
3. Air and Water Field Testing Requirements
Field testing of the windows, doors, curtain walls and glazing after installation to
verify proper installation and air and water tightness.
8
Building project specifications typically contain a “Windows”, “Doors”, “Curtain Walls” or
“Glazing” section that requires testing:
Testing
Required Prior
to Purchasing
Testing
Required Prior
to Construction
Testing
Required After
Installation
9. Windows, Doors and Curtain Wall Specifications
Products are required to be tested and certified prior to use:
1. Air infiltration, water penetration and structural performance –
IBC and IRC requires testing to assure resistance to normal
weather conditions
2. Thermal performance – IECC requires testing to assure
resistance to thermal transmission under normal weather
conditions
3. Windstorm (Impact and pressure cycling) Resistance –
Florida building code, Miami-Dade Building code and other codes require
testing to assure resistance to high velocity hurricane winds and wind-borne
debris.
ICC-500 requires testing to assure resistance to high velocity winds and wind-
borne debris when used in storm shelters
FEMA 361 requires testing to assure resistance to high velocity winds and
wind-borne debris when used in safe rooms
9
10. Window Requirements in Job Specifications
10
Standard:
North American Fenestration Standard (NAFS)
AAMA/WDMA/CSA101/I.S.2/A440-(02,05,08 or11)
Testing required:
• Air infiltration - ASTM E283
• Water penetration – ASTM E331
• Structural performance – ASTM E330
• Forced entry – ASTM F588
• Operational force testing – ASTM E2068
• Operational cycling performance
• Many other tests dependent on Class
Typical Label on windows:
Job specifications require windows to be tested and labeled to the NAFS
standard under laboratory conditions as required by the IBC and IRC.
11. Thermal Performance Requirements
Performance Requirements:
•U-Factor
•SHGC – Solar Heat Gain Coefficient
•VT – Visible Transmittance
•Condensation (optional)
Standards:
•NFRC 100
•NFRC 102
•NFRC 500
Testing required:
•Thermal simulation testing
•Thermal Performance testing to validate
simulation results
Typical Label on windows:
11
The IECC requires windows, doors and curtain walls to meet thermal
performance requirements established by the NFRC (National Fenestration
Rating Council)
12. Windstorm Resistance Requirements
Performance Requirements:
Structural integrity from impact and high velocity
wind pressures
Standards:
ASTM E330
ASTM E1886
ASTM E1996
TAS 201/202/203 (Miami-Dade)
FEMA Publication 320 and 361 (safe rooms)
ICC 500 (storm shelters)
Testing required:
• Large & small missile impact testing
• Cyclic Pressure testing
Typical UL Label :
12
The FBC, Miami-Dade, Texas (TDI), ICC, FEMA and others require windstorm
rated products and assemblies
13. 13
Mock-up Testing Requirements
• Prior to installing glazed aluminum curtain wall system, construct mockups for each form of
construction and finish
• Notify Architect 7 days in advance and obtain Architect's approval of mockups before start of Work.
• Provide materials and related accessories to construct testing mock-up(s) that represent the
identical elements which will be used in the final work.
• Provide personnel to install wall mock-up(s) who will be performing the actual Work.
• Simulate actual construction conditions as accurately as possible in every way.
• Where mock-up specimens are constructed with corner sections (either inward or outward), both
elevations shall be tested simultaneously wherever possible, with all surfaces exposed to air, water
and structural test requirements.
• Provide extra materials as may be required to replace materials which fail during tests
• Pre-Test Meeting: Prior to the start of construction of mock-up assembly meet to review methods
and sequence of the mock-up construction.
• Testing Laboratory: Recognized independent AAMA approved testing agency which is equipped
and experienced in conducting the required tests and approved by the Owner.
• Submit three (3) copies of test report, prepared by the testing agency, for each specified test
showing required performance criteria and test results
Pre-construction Mock-up testing of the exterior wall system (including glazing,
windows and curtain walls) is often required to evaluate air and water resistance
& structural integrity to validate that the design and installation are workable and
materials were properly selected for the application prior to job site construction
Typical Job Specifications
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Exterior Wall System Mock-Up
Sample
A pre-construction exterior
wall system constructed
too evaluate air and water
resistance, structural,
thermal & seismic
performance
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Mock-Up Testing Procedures
Mock-up testing sequence typically required:
• Air Infiltration as per ASTM E283
• Water Penetration under Static Pressure as
per ASTM E331
• Dynamic Resistance Test as per AAMA 501.1
• Inter-story Vertical Displacement as per
AAMA 501.7
• Structural Performance as per ASTM E330
• Inter-story Horizontal Displacement as per
AAMA 501.4
• Thermal Cycling as per AAMA 501.5
• Condensation Resistance Testing
• Seismic Displacement Testing
• Anchor Bolt Testing
• Washer Bolt Testing
Exterior wall system mock-ups are evaluated for air and water resistance &
structural integrity to validate design, workmanship & material selection and
workability prior to job site construction
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Mock-Up Testing Results
Typical issues or challenges identified in Mock-up
samples:
• Incompatibility of materials
• Materials don’t meet the performance requirements
of the project
• Sealants or gaskets missing or needed
• Sealants or gaskets incompatible with substrates
• Lack of installation instructions
• Incomplete installation instructions
• Materials difficult or time consuming to install in
the field
Mock-up testing often identifies a variety of issues or challenges that can be
resolved at the time of testing, thereby saving time and costs on the job site
17. Field Testing Requirements
SECTION 084413 - GLAZED ALUMINUM CURTAIN WALL
Section 3.4
D. Field Testing and Performance Requirements
1. Test Units to Test Procedures and Performance
a. Air Infiltration Test
1) Test unit in accordance with AAMA 502 for field testing. The unit shall be
conducted at a min uniform static test pressure differential of at least 1.57 psf, but at a pressure
differential not to exceed 6.24 psf (300 PA)
2) The maximum allowable rates of air leakage for field testing shall not exceed
1.5 times the project specification rate or .09 cfm/SF whichever is greater.
b. Water Resistance Test
1)Test Unit in accordance with AAMA 502
2) The field water penetration resistance tests shall be conducted at a static
test pressure of 2/3 of the specified project water penetration test pressure.
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Example
Field testing is required to verify proper installation of windows, doors, curtain
walls and glazing for new installations and to identify the cause of leakage issues
of existing installed fenestration products.
Typical Job Specification
18. Test Standards for Field Testing
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• AAMA 502 Field Testing
• Required for newly installed products to verify installed performance of
the product and the installation (ASTM E783 & ASTM E1105)
• AAMA 503 Field Testing
• Required for newly installed storefronts, curtain walls and sloped glazing
systems (ASTM E783 & ASTM E1105)
• AAMA 501.2 Nozzle Testing
• Required to evaluate joints, gaskets, and sealant details in the glazing
designed to remain permanently closed and water tight.
• AAMA 511 Forensic Testing
• Required to evaluate wall assemblies with known water control problems
to accurately identify suspect wall construction components and details.
• AAMA XXX (add the standard #)
• Required to evaluate newly installed products to verify installed
performance when exposed to wind driven rain
Job specifications require field testing to many different standards dependent on
the type of fenestration products installed and the intent of testing
19. Field Testing Prevents & Identifies Problems
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Water Leakage through the window
or wall cavity results in mold, mildew
and air quality concerns
Field testing identifies water and air leakage issues which leads to
mitigation and prevention of future issues
Water Leakage into the wall cavity
results in electrical shorting and fire
concerns
Water damage on the exterior façade
caused by water leakage results in
deterioration of the facade
20. Test Methods for Field Testing
ASTM E1105
“Standard Test Method for Field
Determination of Water Penetration of
Installed Exterior Windows, Skylights,
Doors, and Curtain Walls, by Uniform or
Cyclic Static Air Pressure Difference” 20
Most of the test standards reference the
following test methods that include the detailed
methodology for testing
ASTM E783
“Standard Test Method for Field
Measurement of Air Leakage Through
Installed Exterior Windows and Doors”
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Pressures for Field Testing
Prior to testing, the pressures for field testing:
• Determined by the owner, architect, or contractor:
• The default air leakage for field testing:
• 1.5 times the applicable laboratory standard for the product
type and performance class.
• When determining the proper field water test pressure:
• Default field test conditions are not the same as NAFS
requirements for lab testing
• The water test pressure shall not be less than 91 pascals
(1.9 psf)
• Tests shall be conducted at a static test pressure equal to
2/3 of the test and rated laboratory performance per
AAMA/WDMA/CSA101/I.S.2/A440
22. AAMA 502 and AAMA 503 Specifications
• Test 3 of the fenestration product
specimens after the products have been
completely installed for air leakage
resistance and water penetration
resistance.
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• Air leakage resistance tests shall be
conducted at a uniform static test
pressure of __Pa (__psf).
The maximum allowable rate of air
leakage shall not exceed L/s●m²
(__cfm/ft²)
• Water penetration resistance tests
shall be conducted at a static test
pressure of __Pa (__psf).
No water penetration shall occur as
defined by the standard used.
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AAMA 501.2-15 – “Quality Assurance and Diagnostic
Water Leakage Field Check of Installed Storefronts,
Curtain Walls and Sloped Glazing Systems”
Scope
This document:
• Provides a quality assurance and diagnostic field water penetration check
method for installed storefronts, curtain walls, and sloped glazing systems.
• Not intended to test the rated or specified water performance representative
of wind driven rain or operable windows.
• Intended to aid in evaluating joints, gaskets, and sealant details in the
glazing which are designated be water tight.
Changes
Updated referenced documents and added Section 3.0 terminology
Background
This spec was developed:
• To aid in Quality Assurance and Diagnostic circumstances.
• Not intended to replace the AAMA 502 or the AAMA 503 field testing
standards.
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AAMA 501.1 – “Standard Test Method For Water
Penetration of Windows, Curtain Walls And Doors
Using Dynamic Pressure”
Scope
This test method:
• Establishes the equipment procedures
for testing exterior windows, curtain
walls, and doors for water penetration
using dynamic pressure.
Changes coming
Field standard is being developed - to be
published shortly.
Background
This standard was developed:
• To simulate wind driven rains.
• Expanded to include dynamic water
testing for the field.
27. Considerations for Field Testing Readiness
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Readiness Considerations:
Know:
• Your standards, specifications, and
building codes
• Pressure requirements and
allowable pressures
Verify:
• Sufficient water and electrical
supply available on site
• Scaffolding or lift apparatus
available and placed near
specimens
• If booster pump is needed
• Curtain wall systems have
end caps
• Caulk has been cured and
applied
• Curtain wall systems to be
tested
Weather conditions can affect
testing - rain & ice
28. Considerations for Field Testing Readiness
Time saves money – Discuss
with your team ahead of time
• Keep in contact with your lab
• Ask your testing agent questions
• Reach out to those whom have
experience
• Know what areas are best for testing
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Air and Water Field Testing Case Studies
Why is Field testing conducted?
• Eliminate the potential for building damage caused by air and water
compliance with architect and industry specifications
• Forensics investigations leakage
• Ensure the quality of installation & performance of installed products
• Verify to identify the source of problems in the field
30. Air and Water Field Testing Case Studies
1. Italian window system for commercial high-rise, New
York City
Testing: AAMA 101
Issues:
• Lack of coordination between architect, consultant, window system supplier,
window broker, and window manufacturer.
• Lack of detailed installation instructions
• Window system installed out of square resulting in primary seal not performing
its function
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31. Air and Water Field Testing Case Studies
2. Scott Air Force Base, Scott AFB, IL
Testing: AAMA 501.1 wind driven rain testing modified for field conditions
Issues: Glass thickness not installed to specification resulting in water leakage
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32. Air and Water Field Testing Case Studies
3. Elementary School
Issue: Installation procedures were not followed resulting in excessive air and water
leakage problems around the unit.
Testing: AAMA 503 modified so as not to include perimeter sealant due to the incorrect
installation procedures and only tested the unit without the perimeter sealant.
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33. Air and Water Field Testing Case Studies
4. Ambulatory Health Care Center, Libertyville, IL
Testing: AAMA 503
Issues: Testing revealed that water barrier sealant was not installed on
sill of curtain wall in accordance with the specifications resulting in
water leakage
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34. Air and Water Field Testing Case Studies
5. Hospital
Testing: AAMA 503
Issue: Employs a unitized system with an interior primary seal that is
difficult to access and determine if seal is sufficiently installed
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35. Preserving National Landmarks through Testing
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These landmarks were Field tested for air and water resistance to
preserve their integrity
36. Knowledge Check
Why is air and water field testing conducted on buildings today?
What type of testing do project specifications frequently require
related to windows, curtain walls, and glazing?
What are the test standards and methods used to conduct field
testing of installed windows and curtain walls?
What are some of the steps to prepare for air and water field testing
to achieve greatest value, efficiency, and success?
What test data is obtained when conducting air infiltration testing
and water penetration testing and how is that data used to positively
impact a building project?
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37. Summary of Objectives
You should now be able to:
• Describe the purpose of air and water field testing
• Identify the correct test standards and methods to be used to
conduct field testing for specific information and situations
• Detail how to prepare for air and water field testing to achieve
greatest value, efficiency and success
• Describe the test results that are obtained and how that information
can be used to positively impact a building project
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