Aama 503

Construction companies, architects, and building owners need to comply with building regulations that have been implemented to make sure that building envelopes are completely safe. Should you have been looking for a team of experts in field and fenestration testing on buildings, from the voluntary AAMA 503 tests, to the more recent act of AAMA 511, then QED Lab will be able to accommodate you. We are a fully accredited certification company with a team of skilled personnel that can do all these tests, including the range of ASTM tests which are mandatory for building quality assurance. Building enclosures are required to be tested for moisture penetration and air leaks, as well as structural testing during building projects. Older, multi-dwelling units like apartment buildings and condominiums are also required to be tested, and rehabilitated when necessary.

AAMA stands for the American Architectural Manufacturers’ Association, and the AAMA 503 testing is voluntary testing done on buildings storefronts, for sloped glazing systems, and on curtain walls. Fine sprays of water droplets are used together with air pressure to simulate rain storms, in order to test the integrity of the glass seals. The Voluntary AAMA 503 tests are required no later than six months after occupancy permits have been provided. During building processes, this accreditation is vital, so that where problems are discovered they can be addressed during construction to save time and money later. QED Lab is an accredited testing company that can do all the AAMA 503, and other building tests and assessments to suit your needs.

QED Lab will provide you with accurate, reliable results on all AAMA 503, and other required tests that are required to certify that buildings meet regulations set by Washington State for compliance with EHB 1848/RCW 64.55.050. We cover AAMA testing in Oregon, Alaska, Washington, and Hawaii, but you can contact us to arrange for other areas, or get recommendations to alternative accredited testing companies. Browse our website so that you can see what our capabilities are, and check out some past projects we have handled for AAMA 503, 511, 502 and other required tests. As previously mentioned, we can also perform the complete range of diagnostics tests for ASTM. Always look forward to highly accurate test data that can be used to make the proper alterations or for building sign-off accreditations.

When you need building troubleshooting done promptly during construction to save you time and money, then look no further than the experts. We have a fully-fitted, state-of-the-art laboratory for forensics and analysis for AAMA 503 and other tests. Have your building envelope certified fast after you rehabilitate the necessary shortfalls, and if you are looking to sell your apartment buildings or upgrade same, then we are the smart choice for accreditation. You can always rest assured of getting unbiased, impartial, and accurate test results from an independent testing agency that we are. Work with a team of experts that have vast experience in AAMA testing and we know we will be adding your testimonial of satisfaction to the many others we already feature.