Thermal Testing & Simulation

Computer modeling and physical validation for certification and project compliance.

Product Simulations

NFRC 100/200/500

Simulations performed for manufacturers in compliance with National Fenestration Rating Council (NFRC) 100/200/500 as a basis for NFRC certification

CPD/ NFRC 700 program

Simulations for products seeking inclusion within the Certified Products Directory (CPD/ NFRC 700)

CMA/NFRC 705 program

Simulations for commercial products seeking inclusion within the Component Modeling Approach (CMA) Program

AAMA 507

Simulations in compliance with American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) 507 for estimating commercial product energy loss based on size and IG infill

Physical Testing/ Product Validation

NFRC 102

Validation testing performed for manufacturers in compliance with NFRC 102 as a basis for NFRC certification. Fulfills validation requirements for entry into both the NFRC 700 and 705 programs.

Fenstar validation testing

Fenstar validation testing in accordance with FS-1100.

AAMA 1503

Physical testing in compliance with AAMA 1503 for commercial products seeking a condensation resistance factor (CRF).

Project Simulations

Project Compliance Plans

Development of plans to demonstrate compliance to project thermal performance requirements.

Condensation Risk Evaluations

Condensation Risk Evaluations including both the glazing system and adjacent substrate and buildouts.

Project U-factor calculations

Project U-factor calculations ranging from simple openings, complex elevations, whole floor evaluations, or complete project fenestration calculations.

Technical Support

Support throughout the design development and submittal process.

Thermal Testing and Simulation Services

NFRC ACE Service:

  • Independent approved calculation entities capable of producing CMA bid reports and label certificate.

Standards:

  • ANSI/NFRC 100 Procedure for Determining Fenestration Product U-factors
  • NFRC 102 Procedure for Measuring the Steady-State Thermal Transmittance of Fenestration Systems
  • ANSI/NFRC 200 Procedure for Determining Fenestration Product Solar Heat Gain Coefficient and Visible Transmittance at Normal Incidence
  • ANSI/NFRC 400 Procedure for Determining Fenestration Product Air Leakage
  • ANSI/NFRC 500 Procedure for Determining Fenestration Product Condensation Resistance Values
  • AAMA 507 Standard Practice for Determining the Thermal Performance Characteristics of Fenestration Systems in Commercial Buildings
  • AAMA 515 (Upon publication): Voluntary Procedure for Determination of Fenestration Surface Temperatures by THERM Finite Element Modeling
  • AAMA 1503 Voluntary Test Method for Thermal Transmittance and Condensation Resistance of Windows, Doors and Glazed Wall Sections
  • ASTM C1199 Standard Test Method for Measuring the Steady-State Thermal Transmittance of Fenestration Systems Using Hot Box Methods
  • ASTM C1363 Standard Test Method for Thermal Performance of Building Materials and Envelope Assemblies by Means of a Hot Box Apparatus
  • ASTM E1423 Standard Practice for Determining Steady-State Thermal Transmittance of Fenestration Systems
  • CRF, Title 10, Chaper II, Subchapter D, Part 431, Subpart R, Appendix A Walk-in Coolers and Walk-Freezers

Software:

  • LBNL THERM
  • LBNL WINDOW
  • NFRC CMAST

CORPORATE OFFICE & LABORATORY
Mosinee, WI

Phone: 715-693-TEST (8378)
Fax: 715-693-0689

Quast Consulting and Testing, Inc

1055 Indianhead Drive
Mosinee, WI 54455

FIELD OFFICE
Chicago, IL

Matt Wendland
Phone: 715-302-0098

CORPORATE OFFICE & LABORATORY
Mosinee, WI

Phone: 715-693-TEST (8378)
Fax: 715-693-0689

Quast Consulting and Testing, Inc

1055 Indianhead Drive
Mosinee, WI 54455

FIELD OFFICE
Chicago, IL

Matt Wendland
Phone: 715-302-0098