0.31

81

73

Summary of Results

AAMA 1503-09 THERMAL PERFORMANCE

TEST REPORT

Rendered to:

TUBELITE, INC.

Thermal Transmittance (U-Factor)

TYPE: Glazed Wall Systems (Site-built)

TS-D: Technoform TGI Wave Spacer

78-3/4" x 78-3/4"

0.56" 90% Argon*

1/4"

Unit Size:

Condensation Resistance Factor - Frame (CRFf)

Condensation Resistance Factor - Glass (CRFg)

Layer 2:

Layer 1:

Gap 1:

PPG Solarban 70XL (e=0.018*, #2)

Reference must be made to Report No. E6660.02-116-46, dated 08/21/15 for complete test

specimen description and data.

1/4" Clear

SERIES/MODEL: 400TU Ultra Thermal Curtain Wall (Polyamide Pressure Plates) -

Dual Glazed

130 Derry CourtYork, PA 17406

p. 717.764.7700f. 717.764.4129

www.archtest.com www.intertek.com/building

Report Number:

Test Date:

Report Date:

Test Sample Submitted by:

F

F

1.

2.

08/21/15

Test Sample Identification:

Client

Reed City, Michigan 49677

TUBELITE, INC.

TU400 Ultra Thermal Curtain Wall (Polyamide Pressure Plates) -

Dual Glazed

05/14/15

(U-factors expressed in Btu/hr·ft2·F)

Test Procedure: The condensation resistance factor (CRF) and thermal transmittance (U) were

determined in accordance with AAMA 1503-09, Voluntary Test Method for Thermal

Transmittance and Condensation Resistance of Windows, Doors and Glazed Wall Sections

Type:

Series/Model:

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3. 15 mph dynamic wind applied to test specimen exterior.

Test Results Summary:

4. 0.0" +0.04" static pressure drop across specimen.

Thermal transmittance due to conduction (U)

Condensation resistance factor - Frame (CRFf) 81

73

Rendered to:

4878 Mackinaw Trail

69.80

AAMA 1503-09 THERMAL PERFORMANCE TEST REPORT

1. Average warm side ambient temperature

Glazed Wall Systems (Site-built)

2. Average cold side ambient temperature

0.31

Condensation resistance factor - Glass (CRFg)

-0.41

130 Derry CourtYork, PA 17406

p. 717.764.7700f. 717.764.4129

www.archtest.com www.intertek.com/building

Test Sample Description:

*Stated per Client/Manufacturer

N/A Non-Applicable

Gap 1: 90% Argon*TS-D: Technoform TGI Wave Spacer

PPG Solarban 70XL (e=0.018*, #2)

0.56"

Layer 2: 1/4"

Gas Fill Method: Single-Probe Method*

Desiccant: Yes

Clear

Glazing Information:

Layer 1:

AnodizedInterior Color:

Exterior Color: Clear Exterior Finish: Anodized

Clear

1/4"

Frame:

35-3/4" x 73-3/4" (x2) Glazing Method: Exterior*Daylight Opening:

78-3/4" x 78-3/4"

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Material: AT (0.66"): Aluminum with Thermal Breaks - All Members 

Size:

Interior Finish:

*Exterior pressure plate screwed 8" O.C.

Corner Joinery: Square Cut / Screws / Sealed

Test Sample Description: (Continued)

Weatherstripping:

Hardware:

Drainage:

Interior and exterior glazing perimeter

Location

1 row

Description Quantity

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EPDM gasket

Location

Size

Description

Four exterior horizontals, three exterior

verticals

One per horizontal face cover4

Quantity

0.31"

Drainage Method

Polyamide pressure plate

Two per head and sill, one per jamb

7

Quantity

Aluminum face cover 7

Diameter weephole

Location

6(1.00" x 1.00") Wood block

Four exterior horizontals, three exterior

verticals

Test Duration:

1.

2.

Condensation Resistance Factor (CRF):

= F

= F

= F

= F

=

= F

= F

=

=

The thermal performance test results were derived from 02:00 hours, 05/14/15 to 06:00

hours, 05/14/15.

Cold side ambient air temperature

FTr

[(FTp - FTr) / (FTp - (Tc + 10))] x 0.40

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Th Warm side ambient air temperature

W

56.39

The following information, condensed from the test data, was used to determine the

condensation resistance factor:

69.80

Average of pre-specified frame temperatures (14)

FT

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The environmental systems were started at 18:00 hours, 05/13/15.

56.80

The CRF number was determined to be 73 (on the size as reported). When reviewing this

test data, it should be noted that the glass temperature (GT) was colder than the frame

temperature (FT) therefore controlling the CRF number. Refer to the 'CRF Report' page

and the 'Thermocouple Location Diagram' page of this report.

CRFf = (FT - Tc) / (Th - Tc) x 100

50.81

0.059

Average of roving thermocouples (4)

Tc

81

CRFg 73

GT

49.85

Glass Temperature

CRFg = (GT - Tc) / (Th - Tc) x 100

Condensation resistance factor – FrameCRFf

-0.41

FTp(1-W) + W (FTr) = Frame Temperature

FTp

Condensation resistance factor – Glass

Th = Average warm side ambient temperature F

Tc = Average cold side ambient temperature F

P = Static pressure difference across test specimen psf

15 mph dynamic perpendicular wind at exterior

Nominal sample area ft2

Total measured input to calorimeter Btu/hr

Calorimeter correction Btu/hr

Net specimen heat loss Btu/hr

U = Thermal Transmittance

-0.41

0.00

0.56"

0.31

1012.65

947.11

69.80

65.55

43.07

Thermal Transmittance (Uc):

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0.50"

0.56"

Required annual calibrations for the Architectural Testing Inc. 'thermal test chamber' (ICN

000001) in York, Pennsylvania were last conducted in May 2014 in accordance with

Architectural Testing Inc. calibration procedure. A CTS Calibration verification was performed

December 2014. A Metering Box Wall Transducer and Surround Panel Flanking Loss

Characterization was performed December 2014.

0.56"

0.50"

0.56"

Center gap width at laboratory ambient

conditions on day of testing0.56"

Right Glazing

0.56"

Btu/hr·ft2·F

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Left Glazing

Edge Gap Width

Center gap width at test conditions

Estimated center gap width upon receipt of

specimen in laboratory (after stabilization)

Prior to testing the specimen was sealed with silicone on the interior side and checked for air

infiltration per Section 9.3.4.

The sample was inspected for the formation of frost or condensation, which may influence the

surface temperature measurements. The sample showed no evidence of condensation/frost at

the conclusion of the test.

Glazing Deflection:

Time: 04:00 04:30 05:00 05:30 06:00 AVERAGE

Pre-specified Thermocouples - Frame

1

53.89

54.38

53.90

54.3954.37 54.38

60.84

17 50.2150.22

81 81

73 73

59.01

9

59.10

CRFg

FT

60.62

53.72 53.72

57.92

53.37 53.40

5

3

60.81

53.70

6

60.64

60.8260.83

57.92

56.36

58.97

58.9858.98

58.97

57.90

59.00

2

4

11

14

59.00

56.35

59.09

12

10

60.60

53.89

53.72

53.88

53.71

56.81

59.09

59.11

57.19

56.35

57.90

53.87

22

19

7

8

21

FTP

16

13

18

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23

24

FTR

W

20

GT

0.06

50.80

73 73

8181

-0.34

73

-0.43

73

8181

69.80

-0.44 -0.40

Cold Side - Room Ambient Air Temperature

69.78 69.81

-0.37

CRFf

-0.43

52.30

50.80

56.39 56.40 56.40

50.80

0.06

49.85

56.39

69.81 69.80

0.060.060.06

56.39 56.39

Warm Side - Room Ambient Air Temperature

69.81

50.80

52.30

49.85

49.70

50.80

49.85

52.30 52.30

49.85 49.85 49.85

50.80

49.70

52.30

49.70

52.30

50.81

50.30 50.33

46.60

50.80

50.34

50.82

46.60

50.33

57.59 57.5757.64 57.66

49.7049.70

50.82

50.2050.20

50.34

56.09

50.20

56.11

57.17

56.36

50.78

58.97

57.6357.66

49.93 49.93

40.70

56.09

60.62

50.79

57.91

58.97

53.39

56.36

57.18

56.36

57.91

58.96

59.1059.08

56.80

53.40

59.1059.10 59.08

50.76

53.43

Pre-specified Thermocouples - Glass

56.81

59.11

15 40.69

56.80

56.09

40.67

50.19

56.10

40.70 40.73 40.73

49.94 49.9549.92 49.91

57.18

56.05

50.79

53.41

56.80

0.06

58.98

49.70

57.18

50.81

Cold Point (Roving) Thermocouples

59.1059.10

56.80

60.62

57.18

60.83

46.60 46.60 46.6046.60

50.80 50.80

53.76

54.40 54.41

CRF Report

60.62

50.82

50.34

60.83

58.98

53.89

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AND IDENTIFY COLD POINTS

52.30

22. 49.70

DRAG HERE,

23.

SELECT DRAWING,

50.80

21.

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46.60

Thermocouple Location Diagram

Cold Point Locations

24.

21

23

24

22

22

23

24

21

For ARCHITECTURAL TESTING, INC.

Ryan P. Moser Shon W. Einsig

Senior Technician Senior Technician

Individual-In-Responsible-Charge

RPM:klb

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Attachments (pages): This report is complete only when all attachments listed are included.

Drawings (11)

Appendix-A:

Architectural Testing, Inc. will service this report for the entire test record retention period. Test

records that are retained such as detailed drawings, datasheets, representative samples of test

specimens, or other pertinent project documentation will be retained by Architectural Testing,

Inc. for the entire test record retention period. The test record retention end date for this report

is May 14, 2019.

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This report does not constitute certification of this product nor an opinion or endorsement by

this laboratory. It is the exclusive property of the client so named herein and relates only to the

specimen tested. This report may not be reproduced, except in full, without the written

approval of Architectural Testing, Inc.

Architectural Testing, Inc. is accredited by the International Accreditation Service (IAS) under the

specific test methods listed under lab code TL-144, in accordance with the recognized

International Standard ISO/IEC 17025:2005. The laboratory’s accreditation or test report in no

way constitutes or implies product certification, approval, or endorsement by IAS.

This report produced from controlled document template ATI 00025(c), revised 03/14/2013.

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08/21/15

Revision Log

Date

Page(s)

All.02R0

Revision(s)

Original Report Issue. Work requested by

Greg Hall of Tubelite, Inc.

Rev. #

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Appendix A: Drawings

rmoser

New Stamp