Developed by AAMA’s Door Handle Set Task Group, AAMA 903 establishes test procedures and performance criteria for evaluating lever handle sets designed for use with multipoint hardware on side-hinged doors.
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The doors complement the standard profiles of its folding windows, as well as the high quality craftsmanship, performance and expansive sizes expected with all of Kolbe’s products.
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“…crank-out windows’ screens can tuck out of the way when they’re not in use to provide unobstructed views. When the screens are needed, they simply pull down to accommodate fresh air and natural ventilation without inviting pests.”
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“Design teams can help ensure that fresh air and a connection with the outdoors are made accessible to people with physical disabilities, by specifying windows capable of meeting operating force and motion requirements of ICC/ANSI A117.1.”
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“These versatile tilt-turn windows combine American flush-to-frame design with European functionality.”
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AAMA 520-12 is based on a rapidly pulsed pressure differential method, recognizing that conditions encountered during tropical storms, hurricanes or severe thunderstorms are not static.
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The document, developed to assist architects, manufacturers, designers and/or owners, establishes assembly guidelines for aluminum composites utilizing polyamide thermal barriers.
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The Chicago Metallic Corporation Planostile system is designed to withstand 30 PSF positive and negative pressures (per UL 580, Class 30).
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Under Section 5 of the FTC Act, the FTC can take action against deceptive claims, which then can lead to FTC orders which prohibit deceptive marketing. Fines can be issued if these orders are later violated.
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Supporting architects in designing open spaces with expansive views, fresh air and natural light, the Folding Window models feature editable width, height, wall offset and number of panels. Up to eight panels may be accommodated on each side, spanning more than 50 feet with each panel as wide as 39-3/8 inches and as high as 72 inches.
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