Economic Stimulus Plan The Effects on the Window and Door Industry

IRS Updates Qualification Requirements for Tax Credits The Internal Revenue Service released a bulletin this week updating the fenestration qualification requirements for the 2009-2010 tax credits. This notice also covers the manufacturer's compliance information and record keeping responsibilities. Effective June 1, 2009, windows, doors, and skylights must meet a U-factor of 0.30 and an SHGC of 0.30, (the original compliance criterion). Installation costs are not eligible for the tax credit. The manufacturer must provide the consumer with a compliance statement with the following wording, "the exterior window, skylight, or door has a U-factor and SHGC of 0.30 or below." Additionally, a second statement is required, "Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this certification statement, and to the best of my knowledge and belief, the facts are true, correct, and complete." The statement must bear the signature of a company official authorized to bind the manufacturer in these matters (officer, executive, or owner). For complete information regarding these requirements, visit the Economic Stimulus Plan page.

Green Building

AAMA is committed to providing the latest industry green news. We have launched a new page devoted to this topic to include such information as: AAMA e-News Green News - our monthly online newsletter with a devoted green news section in every issue AAMA Resources - current AAMA white papers, brochures and other available information from our council efforts Green Industry Web Links - other green organizations Industry Trade Events - upcoming green industry events Visit the AAMA Green Building page here and visit regularly for the latest green news.

Condensation Resistance Factor Tool

The Condensation Resistance Factor (CRF) Tool is intended to provide general guidance on suggesting a minimum CRF based on a project-specific set of environmental conditions. While not an absolute value, the CRF is a rating number obtained under specified test conditions to allow a relative comparison of the condensation performance of the product. It will provide a comparative rating of similar products of the same configuration and permit the determination of the conditions beyond which an objectionable amount of condensation may occur. The calculations used to determine the CRF rating are based on the procedures outlined in AAMA 1503-09, Voluntary Test Method for Thermal Transmittance and Condensation Resistance of Windows, Doors and Glazed Wall Sections.

Certify Products

Since 1962, AAMA's ANSI-accredited Gold Label Certification Program, the original third-party window performance verification program, has provided manufacturers with the means to independently demonstrate product performance. The AAMA Certification Label on a product tells customers that a product sample has been verified as conforming to the requirements of AAMA’s standards through independent laboratory testing and follow-up on-site inspections of the manufacturer's production line. The Certified Products Directory lists products that have been authorized by AAMA for certification by the manufacturer (products must be labeled to actually be certified). Click here for information about submitting complaints related to the AAMA Certification Program. Additional Free Download Information Certified Products Directory abbreviations Excerpt from AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-08 Excerpt from AAMA/WDMA/CSA 101/I.S.2/A440-05 Excerpt from the ANSI/AAMA/NWWDA 101/I.S. 2-97 Performance Class Requirements Comparison

Join Us

AAMA is the source of performance standards, product certification and educational programs for the fenestration industry. Our membership of about 300 fenestration companies includes window, door, curtain wall, storefront, skylight and sunroom manufacturers, and their material and component suppliers in the residential and commercial markets. Benefits of AAMA Membership include: Collection, analysis and distribution of market and technical information » Annual Industry Statistical Review and Forecast » North American Industry Market Studies Over 100 specifications, test procedures, manuals, and design guides available at a member discounted rate in the Publication Store Scholarship Program exclusively for members Educational outreach to architects through AIA-accredited programs Discounts on certification program participation For more information on AAMA membership, please click here.

Product Councils

AAMA is organized into industry-related product and material councils. The links below provide information and news about activities of the product councils. Product Councils » Architectural Window » Curtain Wall/Storefront/Sloped Glazing » Door » Manufactured Housing » Residential Window » Skylight » Sunroom » Wall Interface

Fenestration Material Councils

AAMA is organized into industry-related product and material councils. The links below provide information and news about activities of the fenestration material councils. AAMA Materials Councils » Aluminum » Fiberglass » Glass » Vinyl » Wood and Cellulosic Composites

Member Directory

Click here to perform a keyword search of AAMA members for various product groups. In addition to a keyword search, there is also an advanced search option that allows a search to be made by business name or category. To access the member exclusive directory which includes individual contact information, please visit the Members Only section of our Web site. Not a member? For membership information and an application, visit the Join Us page.