Bryant Manor Apartments Redevelopment Project

QED Lab performed AAMA-accredited testing on the free-standing mockup at the Bryant Manor Apartments Redevelopment project in Seattle, Washington. The scope included water penetration testing in Seattle of the VPI casement windows to verify installation quality and resistance to wind-driven rain. Mock-up testing allows potential issues to be identified and corrected before full-scale installation, helping protect long-term building performance and reduce future risk. With wet weather approaching, keeping specimens dry prior to testing is essential for accurate results. Great work to Compass Construction and the project team for their coordination and commitment to quality.

AAMA 502 in Seattle, Washington is a field testing standard that establishes procedures for evaluating installed window, door, storefront, and curtain wall systems under simulated environmental conditions. It provides detailed guidance on test setup, calibration, water spray application, and pressure differentials used to replicate wind-driven rain. AAMA 502 is commonly used for both quality assurance and diagnostic testing on mockups or in-place assemblies, ensuring consistent and repeatable results. Testing performed in accordance with AAMA 502 helps confirm proper installation, identify deficiencies early, and support the long-term durability of building envelope systems.