Even though the energy benefits of R-5 windows are exponential, their current cost inhibits their widespread acceptance," according to Rich Walker, president and CEO of the American Architectural Manufacturers Association in Schaumburg, Ill.
The American Architectural Manufacturers Association independently tests and certifies replacement windows for air and water infiltration, structural integrity and resistance to forced entry.
[ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] Information on Aluminum Storefront material can be found in a publication titled Aluminum Storefront and Entrance Manual published by the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA).
RECENTLY, DHI SAT DOWN WITH JEFF WHERRY OF THE STEEL DOOR Institute, Peter Rush of Builders Hardware Manufacturer Association and Carl Wagus of American Architectural Manufacturers Association.
Proven Safety * Certified Design Pressure (DP) ratings up to 55 for windows and 60 for sliding glass doors * DP ratings meet coastal wind and hurricane debris code requirements * Products meet American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) hurricane debris protocols * Approved for hurricane impact zones all along the Gulf and Atlantic coasts Glass Construction SafeHarbor vinyl windows feature laminated safety glass combined with a thermally efficient 3/4", 7/8" and 1" insulating glass system depending on the series.
Performance testing requirements for cellulosic composite profiles, as well as laminates made of such composites and wood, are addressed in two related documents released by AAMA, the American Architectural Manufacturers Association.
The Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA) and the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) each have a small group of member company leaders participating in a special, joint task group to work on this plan development.
