The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) has released an updated version of its AAMA 812 standard, a key document guiding the use of aerosol foam sealants in fenestration installations. Titled AAMA 812-25, Voluntary Practice for Assessment of Frame Deflection When Using Propellant Expanding Foam Sealants for Air-Sealing Rough Openings of Fenestration Installations, the updated specification addresses both performance and safety considerations for window and door installations.
Aerosol foams are increasingly used in modern construction for sealing around windows and doors due to their air-tight insulating properties. However, improper foam selection or application has historically led to frame deflection, a critical concern for glass and fenestration performance. The updated AAMA 812-25 standard provides new guidance to minimize installation-related risks and ensures that foam sealants meet specific performance metrics tailored to fenestration applications.
As aerosol foam sealants grow in popularity and become ubiquitous in job sites, this document becomes indispensable
said Michael J. Engel of Henkel Corporation, Chair of the FGIA Task Group. 
It ensures stakeholders are equipped to make informed decisions that protect the performance and durability of glass and framing systems.
Importantly, newer foam formulations are designed to minimize curing pressure, thus reducing the risk of bowing or deflection around frames. The updated standard supports architects, engineers, manufacturers, and installers in maintaining structural integrity and energy efficiency.
Source: FGIAonline.org with additional information added by Glass Balkan
