Window Envelope Testing

Window Envelope Testing

Metro Testing + Engineering provides testing and/or monitoring of new construction and existing buildings and structures. On-site preparation and testing of weather-resistive barrier systems such as exterior windows, doors, and curtain-wall systems are provided. Testing is done by uniform or cyclic static air-pressure difference by constructing a sealed test chamber on the interior side of the test specimen while applying water at a specified rate to simulate a wind-driven rain event under severe weather conditions.

• On-site preparation testing of the fenestration assembly
• Testing for adherence to specified water penetration
• Detection of water ingress and other failures
• Seismic loading
• Proof-load testing of railings, floors, wall systems, anchors, and ties
• Roofing and waterproofing inspections
• Adhesion, thickness, and slip resistance testing of membranes and coatings
• Structural testing of wall assemblies