It is AAMA's intent to reference this publication in current laboratory and field testing methods for exterior wall systems comprised of curtain walls, storefronts and sloped glazing.
The test methods, specifications, and field checks referenced in this publication are used to evaluate the structural adequacy of wall systems and their ability to resist water penetration and air leakage. Also referenced are optional tests for thermal cycling, interstory displacement, dynamic seismic racking, acoustical and thermal performance. Fenestration products covered by AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, are not included in the scope of this document unless these products are installed as a component of the exterior wall test specimen. The methods for laboratory testing for air leakage, static water resistance, and structural performance are methods prescribed by ASTM. The laboratory test for water penetration under dynamic air pressure, seismic performance, thermal cycling, acoustical and thermal performance are methods prescribed by AAMA. Only those portions of ASTM standards relating to scope and purpose, requirements for test specimens, and test reports are included herein. The complete ASTM standards may be obtained from ASTM (www.astm.org). Individual copies of complete AAMA documents referenced in this publication may be obtained from AAMA (www.aamanet.org).
The primary units of measure in this document are metric. The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for reference only.
This document was developed in an open and consensus process and is maintained by representative members of AAMA as advisory information.