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AMCA Updates Louver Impact-Testing Standard 540

July 19, 2023

Air Movement and Control Association  International Inc. announces the publication of ANSI/AMCA Standard 540-23, Test Method for Louvers Impacted by Wind Borne Debris.


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National BIM Standard-US Version 4 Opens for Public Comment

May 3, 2023

The National Institute of Building Sciences, Building Information Management Council, partners, industry experts, and members have been working hard to complete the core modules of the next version of the National BIM Standard-United States.


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FGIA Releases Updated Standard for Reinforced Thermoplastic Profile Extrusions Requirements

April 27, 2023

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has updated a document establishing requirements for the material properties, including dimensional stability, weatherability and extrusion quality of rigid reinforced thermoplastic exterior profile extrusions used for assembled fenestration products.


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FGIA Releases Updated Standard for Thermal Cycling Effects Evaluation

April 4, 2023

FGIA has updated a document providing a standard laboratory procedure for evaluation of thermal cycling effects on large exterior fenestration components and cladding by an AAMA Accredited Independent Laboratory.


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AISI Standards Council Announces Winning Research Proposals for 2023 Small Project/Fellowship Program

March 22, 2023

The American Iron and Steel Institute Standards Council has selected four winning research proposals for its 2023 Small Project/Fellowship Program.


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SPRI to Canvass MPO-1 Comparative Pull-Over Strength Test Standard

March 17, 2023

SPRI announced that it is partnering with FM Approvals to create a new standard “Test Standard for Comparative Pull-Over Strengths of Membrane Fastening Systems and Waterproofing Membrane Materials Used with Low Slope Roofing Systems where Stress Plates are Used for Waterproofing Membrane Securement.” 


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SPRI Announces Updated ES-1 Standard Now Available

March 17, 2023

SPRI Announced that it has completed the process of reviewing the ANSI/SPRI/FM 4435/ES-1 “Test Standard for Edge Systems Used with Low Slope Roofing Systems.”


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2022 North American Fenestration Standard Published

February 23, 2023

The 2022 edition of AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440, “North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for windows, doors, and skylights” (NAFS) has been published.


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The Key to Building Sustainably is Building for Longevity

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Rose Morrison
February 1, 2023

What makes a sustainable structure, and how do people create buildings that stand the test of time? They plan for the future today. Create interiors that feel like home rather than sterile to keep companies or residents from moving on.


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FGIA Releases Updated Field Testing Document for Evaluating Fenestration Product Water Intrusion

January 24, 2023

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has updated a document providing specific information to assist industry professionals in selecting the appropriate adaptations to the existing testing standards for application to field investigations of fenestration products.


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