1. Rationale
The current definition of water penetration in E1105--as well as E331 and E547--does not align with end user expectations when associated with service wind loads. This work item will provide a revision to more accurately align the definition of water penetration with end user expectations.
Keywords
curtain walls; doors; skylights; water penetration; windows; Air pressure testing--building constructions/materials; Curtain walls; Cyclic static air pressure tests; Doors/door assemblies; Exterior doors; Exterior windows; Field testing--building materials; Fire-resistant materials/testing; Penetration--building materials/applications; Pressure testing--building constructions/materials; Skylights; Uniform static air pressure difference; Water penetration--exterior windows/curtain walls/doors; Water resistance; Windows/window assemblies;
Citing ASTM Standards
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