In a move to ensure the continued performance and reliability of fenestration products, the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has released an updated specification for fiber reinforced thermoset profiles.
The newly published AAMA 305-24, Voluntary Specification for Fiber Reinforced Thermoset Profiles, establishes the latest requirements for these critical components used in windows, doors, and other fenestration systems.
The updated specification, which was last revised in 2022, outlines a comprehensive set of criteria to ensure the structural integrity, physical properties, and safety of fiber reinforced thermoset profiles. These requirements cover a range of performance factors, including flexural strength, flexural modulus, water absorption, coefficient of thermal expansion, heat deflection temperature, weight tolerance, dimensions, and lead content.
“The minimum performance requirements established in this specification are based on the experience and many years of research and testing by the fiberglass fenestration industry,” said Robb Plagemann, Chair of the Fiber Reinforced Thermoset Profiles Update Task Group at FGIA. “The fiberglass fenestration industry is comprised of resin, glass, additive and coating suppliers, profile manufacturers, and fenestration fabricators, all of whom are represented by the Fiberglass Material Council of FGIA.”
The updated AAMA 305-24 specification is designed to assist architects, contractors, manufacturers, designers, and building owners in specifying fiber reinforced thermoset profiles for use in both interior and exterior fenestration applications. By meeting the established performance standards, these profiles can be relied upon to provide the necessary weathering performance and structural integrity required for fenestration products.
The AAMA 305-24 specification applies to a wide range of profile types, including main-frames, sashes, and all structural components related to glass retention and/or structurally divided lites. This comprehensive coverage ensures that fenestration systems constructed with these profiles will deliver the expected level of durability and reliability.
FGIA members can purchase AAMA 305-24, as well as other relevant documents, from the organization’s online store at the discounted member rate of $20. Non-members can access the specification for $60. Additionally, the NAFS standard, which references AAMA 305, is also available for purchase.
By updating the Fiber Reinforced Thermoset Profiles specification, FGIA continues to demonstrate its commitment to promoting the highest standards of quality and performance in the fenestration industry. This latest release will undoubtedly contribute to the production of fenestration products that are built to last and deliver exceptional performance in real-world applications.
Source:FGIAonline.org with additional information added by GlassBalkan