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Performance Standards
The Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA), The American Architectural
Manufacturers Association (AAMA) and the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) have jointly
released AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-11; North American Fenestration Standard/
Specification for Windows, Doors and Skylights, which calls for using “Performance Grade"
as the new rating to describe products that comply to the standard. This new version dated
“-11” has been adopted by the 2015 International Building Code (IBC) and the International
Residential Code (IRC).
Performance Grade ratings are being used to replace Design Pressure Ratings as the preferred
method of measuring product performance throughout the window, door and skylight industry
to define products that comply with all of the requirements of the 101/I.S.2/A440 standard.
A product only achieves a “Performance Grade” or “PG” rating if that product complies with
not only the structural loading requirement, but all other performance requirements such as air
infiltration resistance, water penetration resistance, ease of operation and resistance to forced
entry. A “Design Pressure Rating” or “DP” rating will now describe a product rating that has only
been tested to structural loading and not air infiltration, water testing or other requirements for
Performance Grade.
Performance Classes
This Standard/Specification defines requirements for four performance classes. The
performance classes are designated R, LC, CW, and AW. This classification system provides
for several levels of performance. Product selection is always based on the performance
requirements of the particular project.
Elements of Performance Grade (PG) Designations
In order to qualify for a given performance grade (PG), test specimens need to pass all required
performance tests for the following, in addition to all required auxiliary (durability) tests (not
shown here) for the applicable product type and desired performance class:
(a) Operating force (if applicable): minimum and maximum operating force vary by product type
and performance class.
(b) Air leakage resistance: tested in accordance with ASTM E283 at a test pressure of 1.57
PSF. The allowable air infiltration for R, LC & CW is 0.3 cubic feet per minute per square foot of
frame (cfm/ft2).
(c) Water penetration resistance: tested in accordance with ASTM E547 with the specified test
pressure applied per AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-11. The test consists of four cycles.
Each cycle consists of five minutes with pressure applied and one minute with the pressure
released, during which the water spray is continuously applied. The water spray shall be
uniformly applied at a constant rate of 5.0 U.S. gal/ft2 • hr.
(d) Uniform load deflection test: tested in accordance with ASTM E330 for both positive
and negative pressure (pressure defined by AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-11) with the
load maintained for a period of 60 seconds. After loads are removed there shall be no more
permanent deformation in excess of 0.4% of its span and no damage to the unit which would
make it inoperable.
Starting with the 2008 specification, design pressure (DP) will only represent the
“uniform load deflection test.”
(e) Uniform load structural test: tested in accordance with ASTM E330 for both positive and
negative pressure (pressure defined by AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-11) with the load
maintained for a period of 10 seconds. After loads are removed there shall be no damage to the
unit which would make it inoperable.
(f) Forced-entry resistance (if applicable): tested in accordance with ASTM F588 (Windows),
F476 (Swinging Doors) and F842 (Sliding Doors) at a performance level 10 rating.
Maximum Size Tested (MST)
Test size is a factor in determining compliance with this Standard/Specification. Each product
type and class has a defined minimum set of requirements. The minimum test size increases
with each class (i.e. R, LC, CW or AW).
Minimum Requirements
The minimum requirements to obtain a Performance Grade (PG) are listed below:
Product Performance Class
MinimumPerformanceGrade (PG)(PSF)
Minimum Design Pressure (DP) (PSF)
Minimum Structural Test Pressure (STP) (PSF)
Minimum Water Penetration Test Pressure (WTP)(PSF)
Windows and Doors
R 15 15 22.5 2.90
LC 25 25 37.5 3.75
CW 30 30 45.0 4.50
AW 40 40 60.0 6.00
• "Structural Test Pressure (STP)" is 150% of the Performance Grade (PG) for windows and doors.
• "Water Penetration Test Pressure (WTP)" is 15% of the Performance Grade (PG).
Optional Higher Performance Grades (PG) & Corresponding Test Pressures (PSF)
PG20 PG25 PG30 PG35 PG40 PG45 PG50 PG55 PG60
WTP 3.00 3.75 4.50 5.25 6.00 6.75 7.50 8.25 9.00
DP 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
STP 30.0 37.5 45.0 52.5 60.0 67.5 75.0 82.5 90.0
Air 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3 0.3
• Forced Entry Resistance (FER) is always a performance level 10 regardless of Performance Grade (PG).
• Minimum and maximum Operating Force varies by product type.
Hallmark Certification
The Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA) sponsored Hallmark Certification
Program is designed to provide builders, architects, specifiers and consumers with an easily
recognizable means of identifying products that have been manufactured in accordance
with the appropriate WDMA and other referenced performance standards. Conformance is
determined by periodic in-plant inspections by a third-party administrator. The inspections
include auditing licensee quality control procedures and processes, and a review to confirm
products are manufactured in accordance with the appropriate performance standards.
Periodic testing of representative product constructions and components by a third-party
testing laboratory is also required. When all of the program requirements are met, the licensee
is authorized to use the WDMA Hallmark registered logo on the Certification Label as a means
of identifying products.
Products successfully obtaining Hallmark Certification will be labeled with a 3-part code, which
includes performance class, performance grade and maximum size tested.
Below is a sample certification label:
(1) – Performance Class
(2) – Performance Grade
(3) – Size Tested
(4) – Design Pressure
In the example above, the performance class is LC, the performance grade (PG) is 40 PSF
and the size tested is 71" x 71". What this means to the specifier is, based on the optional
higher performance grade chart, the laboratory tested air infiltration was less than 0.3 cfm/ft2
(test pressure is always 1.57 PSF and the allowable airflow is 0.3 cfm/ft2), the product tested
successfully resisted a laboratory water penetration test at a test pressure of 6.0 PSF (test
pressure equals 15% of PG), the product tested successfully withstood a laboratory positive
and negative structural test at a pressure of 60 PSF (test pressure equals 150% of
performance grade) in both the positive and negative directions and the product tested passed
the laboratory requirements for operational force and forced entry resistance. Based on this
test, all products smaller in both width and height can be labeled with this product
performance rating.
Important
Building codes prescribe Performance Grade (PG) based on a variety of criteria (i.e. windspeed
zone, building height, etc.), therefore structural test pressures should not be used for code
compliance. In the example above, a PG 40 performance grade rating, which passes a 40 PSF
design pressure, should be used for determining code compliance, not the structural test
pressure of 60 PSF.
If you need further details about how Andersen® products perform to this standard, contact your Andersen supplier.
If you need further information about the AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-11 standard or
the Hallmark Certification Program please contact: WDMA, 330 N. Wabash Avenue Suite 2000
Chicago, IL 60611 Phone: 312-673-4828 Web: wdma.com
Where designated, Andersen products are tested, certified and labeled to the requirements
of the Hallmark Certification Program. Actual performance may vary based on variations
in manufacturing, shipping, installation, environmental conditions and conditions of use.
Hallmark Certified www.wdma.com
Andersen Corporation
100 SERIES CASEMENT WINDOW
Manufacturer Stipulates Conformance as indicated below
CLASS LC(1) – PG40(2) – SIZE TESTED 71 X 71 in.(3)
DP+40/-40(4)
CLASS LC(1) – PG40(2) – SIZE TESTED 71 X 71 in.(3) DP+40/-40(4)
STANDARD RATING
AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-11
AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-08
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Performance Grade, Air Infiltration and Sound Transmission Ratings — 100 Series Windows and Patio Doors
STANDARD GLASS STC UPGRADE GLASS
Andersen® Product
AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440Performance Grade (PG)
+/-Corresponding Design Pressure (DP)
Sound TransmissionClass (STC)
Outdoor/Indoor Transmission Class (OITC)
Sound TransmissionClass (STC)
Outdoor/Indoor Transmission Class (OITC)Air InfiltrationCFM/FT2
Casement Windows
Single & Twin (venting/stationary)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 71.5" x 71.5"+40/-40 30 25 33 28 < 0.2
Picture with Flanking Casements Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 143.5" x 71.5"+40/-40 ----< 0.2
Awning Windows
Single & Twin (venting/stationary)Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 47.5" x 95.5"+40/-40 30 25 33 28 < 0.2
Picture over Awning Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 47.5" x 95.5"+40/-40 ----< 0.2
Single-Hung Windows
Arch Single-Hung Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 41.5" x 95.0"+30/-30 ----< 0.2
Single-Hung Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 47.5" x 89.5"+30/-30 25 21 32 26 < 0.2
Twin & Triple Single-Hung Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 143.5" x 71.5"+30/-30 ----< 0.2
Transom over Single-Hung Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 47.5" x 95.5"+30/-30 ----< 0.2
Picture with Flanking Single-Hungs Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 143.5" x 71.5"+30/-30 ----< 0.2
Gliding Windows
Gliding - XO/OX (active-stationary or stationary-active)Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 71.5" x 71.5"+30/-30 25 21 32 27 < 0.2
Picture over Gliding - XO/OX Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 143.5" x 71.5"+30/-30 ----< 0.2
Gliding - XOX (active-stationary-active)Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 107.5" x 83.5"+30/-30 ----< 0.2
Picture over Gliding - XOX Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 59.5" x 83.5"+30/-30 ----< 0.2
Picture, Transom & Specialty Windows Class LC-PG40 Size Tested 95.5" x 84.3"+40/-40 26 21 31 26 < 0.2
Gliding Patio Doors Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 95.3" x 95.5"+30/-30 28 23 29 26 < 0.2
Patio Door Transoms Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 95.3" x 23.3"+30/-30 29 24 31 26 < 0.2
Patio Door Sidelights Class LC-PG30 Size Tested 47.3" x 95.3"+30/-30 29 24 31 26 < 0.2
For current performance information please visit andersenwindows.com.
• "Performance Grade (PG)" ratings may vary from tested performance rating for larger or smaller units of a particular type.• "Sound Transmission Class (STC)" & "Outdoor/Indoor Transmission Class (OITC)" ratings are for individual units based on independent tests and represent entire unit.• This data is accurate as of August 2015. Due to ongoing product changes, updated test results, or new industry standards, this data may change over time. • Where designated, Andersen products are certified and labeled to the requirements of the Hallmark Certification Program. Actual performance may vary based on variations in manufacturing, shipping, installation, environmental conditions and conditions of use.• Contact your Andersen supplier for more information.
• "Low-E SmartSun" is an Andersen trademark for a type of "Low-E" glass.
• Based on NFRC testing/simulation conditions using Windows v7.3.4.0 and NFRC validated spectral data. 0°F outside temperature, 70°F inside temperature and a 15 mph wind.
1) Visible Transmittance (VT) measures how much light comes through the glass. The higher the value, from 0 to 1, the more daylight the glass lets in. Visible Transmittance is measured over the 380 to 760 nanometer portion
of the solar spectrum. 2) Shading Coefficient defines the amount of heat gain through the glass compared to a single lite of clear 1/8" (3 mm) glass. 3) Solar Heat Gain Coefficient (SHGC) defines the fraction of solar radiation
admitted through the glass both directly transmitted and absorbed and subsequently released inward. The lower the value, the less heat is transmitted through the glass. 4) Relative Heat Gain is the amount of heat gain through
a glazing incorporating U-Factor and Solar Heat Gain Coefficient. 5) Transmission Ultra-Violet Energy (TUV). The transmission of short-wave energy in the 300-380 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum. The energy can cause
fabric fading. 6) Transmission Damage Function (TDW). The transmission of UV and visible light energy in the 300-600 nanometer portion of the solar spectrum. The value includes both the UV and visible light energy that can
cause fabric fading. This rating has also been referred to as the Krochmann Damage Function. This rating better predicts fading potential than UV transmission alone. The lower the Damage Function rating, the less transmission
of short-wave energy through the glass that can potentially cause fabric fading. Fabric type is also a key component of fading potential. 7) Percent relative humidity before condensation occurs at the center of glass, taken using
center of glass temperature. 8) Inside glass surface temperatures are taken at the center of glass.
• This data is accurate as of August 2015. Due to ongoing product changes, updated test results, or new industry standards, this data may change over time. Contact your Andersen supplier for current performance information or
upgrade options.
• Contact your Andersen supplier or visit andersenwindows.com/nfrc for center of glass performance data on windows with laminated glass, patterned glass, tempered glass and products ordered with capillary breather tubes.
Center of Glass Performance Data — 100 Series Windows and Patio Doors
For current performance information please visit andersenwindows.com.
Andersen® Product and Glass Type Visible Light1 SC2 SHGC3 RHG4
Fading %RH @ center7 IGST8Tuv5Tdw6
High-Performance Low-E Glass
Casement, Awning, Single-Hung and Gliding Windows 73%0.48 0.42 98.7 17%34%60%55.4
Picture, Transom & Specialty Windows 72%0.47 0.41 97.5 16%33%60%55.3
Gliding Patio Doors 72%0.47 0.41 97.5 16%33%60%55.3
Patio Door Sidelights & Transoms 72%0.47 0.41 97.5 16%33%60%55.3
High-Performance Low-E SmartSun™ Glass
Casement, Awning, Single-Hung and Gliding Windows 66%0.31 0.27 65.3 5%21%61%55.9
Picture, Transom & Specialty Windows 65%0.31 0.27 64.9 5%21%61%55.7
Gliding Patio Doors 65%0.31 0.27 64.9 5%21%61%55.7
Patio Door Sidelights & Transoms 65%0.31 0.27 64.9 5%21%61%55.7
Dual-Pane Glass
Casement, Awning, Single-Hung and Gliding Windows 83%0.91 0.79 189 63%65%39%43.6
Picture, Transom & Specialty Windows 82%0.89 0.78 186 58%61%39%43.6
Gliding Patio Doors 82%0.89 0.78 186 58%61%39%43.6
Patio Door Sidelights & Transoms 82%0.89 0.78 186 58%61%39%43.6
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