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ASTM C1521 Standard Practice for Evaluating Adhesion of Installed Weatherproofing Sealant Joints
ASTM D4541 Standard Test Method for Pull-Off Strength of Coatings Using Portable Adhesion Testers
ASTM E514/E514M Standard Test Method for Water Penetration and Leakage Through Masonry
ASTM C1601 Standard Test Method for Field Determination of Water Penetration of Masonry Surfaces
ASTM D4263 Standard Test Method for Indicating Moisture in Concrete by the plastic Sheet Method
What is the AAMA 501.2 Test?
ASTM C1521 Standard Practice for Evaluating Adhesion of Installed Weatherproofing Sealant Joints
What is the Scope and Purpose of the AAMA 501.2 Test?
It is primarily intended to be a quality assurance measure for new construction projects and to evaluate those joints, gaskets, and sealant details in the glazing which are designed to remain permanently closed and water tight.
AAMA 501.2 Test Area
The area to be tested should be fully assembled and ready for testing prior to the arrival of the test crew. The area should also be a representative sample of typical installation on the project and usually not less than 100 square feet.
The test area should also include: perimeter caulking, typical splices, frame intersections, and if applicable, at least two entire vision lites and two entire spandrel lites containing an intermediate vertical member and intermediate horizontal member.