Thermal Testing · WEST PALM BEACH . ST PAUL . FRESNO . LOS ANGELES . PITTSBURGH . SALT LAKE CITY...
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Determining the energy performance of windows, doors, curtain-walls, and other fenestration products is critical to consumers, manufacturers, trade associations, builders, and architects who rely on a standard reference point for product comparison. ATI is the industry authority in applying test methods approved by recognized certifying organizations to provide precise, accurate data—the foundation of a fair and impartial energy rating. As an independent testing laboratory, ATI provides impartial, precise data on thermal-performance that are compiled in consistent forms, including technical reports for performance evaluation of materials or components as well as long-term data collection and statistical analysis. And thanks to our comprehensive capabilities, you get the added convenience of managing multiple tests within one firm. Because of our expertise, we can also provide authoritative advice on general principles that affect results. We offer seminars at our headquarters or at customer sites to help improve products, troubleshoot problems, and create better solutions. Thermal Testing ATI performs more simulations and thermal tests daily than all other laboratories combined. Why work with ATI? The Leader in Building Products testing for over 35 years Experienced in all aspects of thermal testing & simulation, including NFRC methods (U-Factor, SHGC, VLT, CR), AAMA methods (U-Factor, CRF), ASTM methods (C1199, C1363, C518) and many more. Facilities to conduct thermal evaluation by physical testing or computer simulation Laboratories and simulators strategically located across the country Most advanced thermal chamber can test walls and products up to Rxx, as well as test-controlled air infiltration The first and only laboratory approved by the National Fenestration Rating Council to perform NFRC 202 www.archtest.com
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Determining the energy performance of windows, doors, curtain-walls, and other fenestration products is critical to consumers, manufacturers, trade associations, builders, and architects who rely on a standard referencepoint for product comparison. ATI is the industry authority in applying test methods approved by recognized certifying organizations to provide precise, accurate data—the foundation of a fair and impartial energy rating.
As an independent testing laboratory, ATI provides impartial, precise data on thermal-performance that are compiled in consistent forms, including technical reports for performance evaluation of materials or components as well as long-term data collection and statistical analysis. And thanks to our comprehensive capabilities, you get the added convenience of managing multiple tests within one firm. Because of our expertise, we can also provide authoritative advice on general principles that affect results. We offer seminars at our headquarters or at customer sites to help improve products, troubleshoot problems, and create better solutions.
Thermal Testing
ATI performs more simulationsand thermal tests
daily than allother laboratories
combined.
Why work with ATI?
The Leader in Building Products testing for over 35 years
Experienced in all aspects of thermal testing & simulation, including NFRC methods (U-Factor, SHGC, VLT, CR), AAMA methods (U-Factor, CRF), ASTM methods (C1199, C1363, C518) and many more.
Facilities to conduct thermal evaluation by physical testing or computer simulation Laboratories and simulators strategically located across the country
Most advanced thermal chamber can test walls and products up to Rxx, as well as test-controlled air infiltration
The first and only laboratory approved by the National Fenestration Rating Council to perform NFRC 202
www.archtest.com
CONFIDENCE.
To meet customer scheduling needs that may require quick turnaround times, ATI has made a substantial investment in facilities and capacity. Thermal testing can be performed in our California, Minnesota, or Pennsylvania offices. Our facilities incorporate three chambers, each capable of running two separate tests simultaneously—accommodating a total of six products a day.
ATI understands that the quality of equipment determines the quality of the test, so we are meticulous about our box design and instrumentation. A typical test setup will involve 20 to 30 thermocouples, but we can also employ up to 100 thermocouples if needed for custom setups. The thermal laboratory can accommodate large specimen sizes up to 10’ x 10.’ We have also devised a rotating thermal chamber for advanced thermal testing.
Finally, we can perform computer-based thermal modeling. Thanks to our experience with products in the real world, we know how to create models that are more predictive of actual performance.
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Thermal Testing
Test Methods u AAMA 1503u ASTM C1199u ASTM C1363u CSA A440.2u NFRC 102u NFRC 101u NFRC 202u ASTM C518
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Tested Products
u Casement windowsu French patio doorsu Aluminum curtain wallsu Insulating glazing unitsu Wall systemsu Insulated panelsu Unique materials (such as straw bale wall systems)u And more
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