Field testing is conducted to ensure the quality of installation and the performance of the product, also to verify that the fenestration products comply with architect and industry specifications. This is achieved by testing for air infiltration, water leakage, and structural performance on fenestration products and wall systems. QAI also conducts field testing on fasteners and roof systems as requested by our customers. Architects, engineers, and industry specifications generally prescribe the field tests and their parameters.

QAI’s thorough understanding of field testing will ensure architects, building owners, consultants, glazing installers, and contractors that they are meeting contract obligations for new construction or renovation. This sequence of actions will reveal valuable insights to help resolve any issues.

Frequent Standards we test against:

• ASTM E783 – Field Measurement of Air Leakage Through Installed Exterior Windows and Doors
• ASTM E1105 – Field Determination of Water Penetration of Installed Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls, by Uniform or Cyclic Static Air Pressure Difference