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SMITH-EMERY LABORATORIES

An Independent Commercial Testing Laboratory, Established 1904

781 East Washington Boulevard Phone (213) 749-3411

Los Angeles, California 90021 Fax (213) 741-8626

Toro Glasswall Inc.470 Edgeley Blvd, Unit A (north side)Concord, Ontario, Canada, L4K 4G4

ATTN. Eduard Ratz

PROJECT: Series TGW1 unitized pre-glazed curtain wall system

Subject: Performance testing.

Mr. Ratz:

At your request, Smith-Emery Laboratories has provided testing at our Los Angeles facility on a series

TGW1 unitized pre-glazed curtain wall system Installed by Toro Glasswall Inc. The accompanying report

number L-10-259, presents a description of the tests performed, the results of our testing, and our

conclusions.

We appreciate this opportunity to be of service to you. If you have any questions regarding this report,

please do not hesitate to contact us at your convenience.

Respectfully Submitted,

SMITH EMERY LABORATORIES, INC.

Dana Nelson

Curtain/Window Wall Manager

Attachment: Report No. L-10-259

cc: File


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CELEBRATING 100-YEARS

1904-2004

SMITH -EMERY LABORATORIES,INC.

781E.WASHINGTON BLVD.LOS ANGELES,CA90021

(213)749-3411PHONE (213)741-8626FAX

REPORT OF: Series TGW1 unitized pre-glazed curtain wall system.

PREPARED FOR: Toro Glasswall Inc.470 Edgeley Blvd, Unit A (north side)Concord, Ontario, Canada, L4K 4G4

PROJECT NUMBER: SE39140

REPORT NUMBER: L-10-259

REPORT DATE: FEBRUARY 19,2010


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SMITH-EMERY LABORATORIESAn Independent Commercial Testing Laboratory, Established 1904


Los Angeles, California 90021 Fax (213) 741-8626File No: 39140 February 19, 2010

Laboratory No: L-10-259

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION

1.00 INTRODUCTION

1.01 Purpose

1.02 Scope of Testing

1.03 Specimen Description

1.04 Test Methods

2.00 TESTING & FINDINGS

3.00 CONCLUSIONS AND CLOSURE

3.01 Conclusions

3.02 Closure

1.00 INTRODUCTION

1.01 Purpose

The purpose of our testing was to evaluate the installed conditions of the curtain wall mockup.

1.02 Scope of Testing

The general scope of this testing program included the following:

Perform testing in accordance with the ASTM and AAMA specifications. Preparation of this report providing descriptions and results of the above testing and

our conclusions.

1.03 Specimen Description

See Toro Glass wall system drawings.

The MU was built of 9 unitized pre-glazed CW panels with over all size of 14.6 x 28.2 (4456 x 8596

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Page 3 of 181.04 Test Methods

The general test methods used were. E283-91(1999) Standard Test Method for Determining the Rate

of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified

Pressure Differences Across the Specimen, E330-02 Standard Test Method for Structural

Performance of Exterior Windows, Doors, Skylights and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air

Pressure Difference, E331-00 Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows,

Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference, AAMA 501.1:

Standard Test Method for Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls and Doors for Water Penetration

using Dynamic Pressure AAMA 501.4 Seismic Drift.

In addition to the test standards noted above, testing was performed in general accordance with generallyaccepted engineering principles and practices. They have incorporated federal, state and local laws, codes,

ordinances and regulations, which in our professional opinion are applicable at the time of preparation of

this report.

2.00 Testing & Findings.February 2010

TESTING SEQUEANCE

1. PRELOADTEST PROCEDURE

Preload at 50% of the inward design wind pressure 37.5 PSF (1795.5 Pa).

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA:

Visually inspect the assembly for any detrimental affects.

Results. Pass.

Observations: No visual damage observed.

2. AIR INFILTRATION TEST(Ref: ASTM E 283)

TEST PROCEDURE

Cover and seal the mockup completely with polyethylene sheeting while leaving the chamber

uncovered. Develop a positive differential pressure of 6.24 PSF (298.8 Pa) on the chamber. Record

the airflow required to maintain this pressure. This number represents the airflow through the

chamber. Remove the sheeting and reestablish the positive pressure of 6.24 PSF (298.8 Pa). Record

the airflow required to maintain this pressure. This number is the airflow through the mockup and

chamber. The difference between the two-recorded airflows is the airflow through the mockup.


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0.06 CFM per square foot of exterior surface, exclusive of any operating window and door areas.

Mockup area x.06 = S.F. .

Fixed area =25 CFM maximum allowable

Total 3.2 CFM

Results:Pass.

Pretest Results

3. WATER PENETRATION UNDER STATIC PRESSURE

(Ref. ASTM E 331)

TEST PROCEDURE

Establish a positive test pressure of 15 PSF (718.2 Pa) on the mockup. Apply water to the exterior of

the mockup at a rate of 5 gallons per hour per square foot for a period of fifteen minutes while

maintaining the differential pressure of 15 PSF (718.2 Pa). During this period, visually inspect the

interior of the mockup for water penetration.

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA:There shall be no unacceptable water leakage, defined as follows:

The occurrence of condensation during water infiltration tests is acceptable. Other water leakage is

acceptable only if all of the following conditions are satisfied: (a) the water is contained and drained

to the exterior; (b) there would be no staining or other damage to any part of the completed building

or its furnishings (c) No appearance of water on any visible interior surfaces.

Results:Fail.

Observations: Water was observed at the jambs of the mockup at the stack joint at the end dams

interface with the chamber closure a non job condition.

A Toro Glass wall representative performed remedial repairs.


(Ref. ASTM E 331)

TEST PROCEDURE





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Page 5 of 18interior of the mockup for water penetration.


There shall be no unacceptable water leakage, defined as follows:





Results:Pass.

Observations: No water penetration was observed.

5. WATER PENETRATION UNDER DYNAMIC PRESSURE

(Ref.: AAMA 501.1)

TEST PROCEDURE

Apply an air stream equivalent to a static differential air pressure of 15 PSF (718.2 Pa) to the mockup.

Apply water to the mockup at a rate of five gallons per hour per square foot for a period of fifteen

minutes. During this period visually inspect the interior of the mockup for water penetration.


There shall be no unacceptable water leakage, defined as follows:The occurrence of condensation during water infiltration tests is acceptable. Other water leakage is


to the exterior: (b) there would be no staining or other damage to any part of the completed building

or its furnishings: (c) No appearance of water on any visible interior surfaces.

Results:Pass.


6. STRUCTURAL TEST AT 50% & 100% OF INWARD DESIGN PRESSURE

TEST PROCEDUREApply positive pressure to the mockup of listed below PSF and hold for 10 seconds. Release the

pressure difference across the mockup. After a recovery period of not less than 1 minute nor more

than 5 minutes at zero load, record initial readings. Increase positive pressure to listed below PSF and

hold for 10 seconds. Record deflection readings.


Net deflection of any metal-framing members shall not exceed L/175 of the clear span or 3/4

whichever is less for spans less than 13-6 For spans over 13-6 Net deflection of any metal-framing


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Page 6 of 18members shall not exceed L240 = center of glass shall not exceed

Results. Pass.

Transducer locations and deflections.

Transducers 1, 2, 3 typical horizontal mullion.

Transducers 4, 5, 6 typical vertical mullion.

Maximum Allowable deflections at design.


Transducers 1, 2, 3 = 0.324 (8.2 mm) max

Transducers 4, 5, 6 = 0.625 (15.8 mm) max.

30 PSF (1436.4 Pa)

Net deflections 1, 2, 3 = 0.001 (0.03 mm)

Net deflection 4, 5, 6 = 0.132 (3.4 mm)

45 PSF (2154.6 Pa)



55 PSF (2633.4 Pa)



7. STRUCTURAL TEST AT 50% & 100% OF OUTWARD DESIGN PRESSURE

TEST PROCEDURE

Apply negative pressure to the mockup of listed below PSF and hold for 10 seconds. Release the

pressure Difference across the mockup. After a recovery period of not less than 1 minute nor more

than 5 minutes at zero load, record initial readings. Increase negative pressure to listed below PSF and

hold for 10 seconds. Record deflection readings. Reduce pressure to zero.


Same as procedure (6)

Results. Pass.





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Maximum Allowable deflections at design.



Transducers 4, 5, 6 = 0.625 (15.8 mm) max.

30 PSF (1436.4 Pa)



45 PSF (2154.6 Pa)



55 PSF (2633.4 Pa)




(Ref. ASTM E 331)

TEST PROCEDUREEstablish a positive test pressure of 15 PSF (718.2 Pa) on the mockup. Apply water to the exterior of










Results:Pass.



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9. STORY DRIFT INPLANE OF CONSTRUCTION DELTA S DISPLACEMENT

2.25 (57.2 mm) each way from zero

(Ref AAMA 501.4)

TEST PROCEDURE

Using a hydraulic system the intermediate floor level will be moved to the left of center and then to the

right of center this shall be repeated for three cycles.

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

No damage or disengagement of trim or snap on members glazing gaskets or sealant, no breakage ofglass shall occur.

Results:Pass.

Observations: No damage or disengagement was observed.


(Ref. ASTM E 331)

TEST PROCEDURE


the mockup at a rate of 5 gallons per hour per square foot for a period of fifteen minutes whilemaintaining the differential pressure of 15 PSF (718.2 Pa). During this period, visually inspect the








Results:Pass.



(Ref. ASTM E 331)

TEST PROCEDURE




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Results:Pass.


12. STRUCTURAL TEST AT 75%, & 150% OF INWARD DESIGN PRESSURE

(Ref. ASTM E 330)

TEST PROCEDURE

Apply positive pressure to the mockup of listed below PSF and hold for 10 seconds. Release the

pressure difference across the mockup. After a recovery period of not less than 1 minute nor more

than 5 minutes at zero load, record initial readings. Increase positive pressure to listed below PSF.Hold for 10 seconds Reduce pressure to zero.


There shall be no glass breakage, permanent damage to panels, fasteners or anchors shall occur, No

permanent deformation to wall or framing members.

Results. Pass. Readings recorded were taken at load not at zero.




Maximum Allowable deflections at 1.5 x design.



Transducers 4, 5, 6 = 0.125 (3.6 mm ) max


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65 PSF (3112.2 Pa)



75 PSF (3591 Pa)



85 PSF (4069.8 Pa)

Net deflection 1, 2, 3 = 0.010 (0.3 mm)Net deflection 4, 5, 6 = 0.258 (6.6 mm )

13. STRUCTURAL TEST AT 75% & 150% OF OUTWARD DESIGN PRESSURE

(Ref. ASTM E 330)

TEST PROCEDURE

Apply negative pressure to the mockup of listed below listed below PSF and hold for ten seconds.

Release the pressure difference across the mockup. After a recovery period of not less than 1 minute

nor more than 5 minutes at zero load, record initial readings. Increase negative pressure to listed below

listed below PSF hold for 10 seconds. Reduce pressure to zero.

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA:Same as procedure (12).

Results. Pass. Readings recorded were taken at load not at zero.




Maximum Allowable deflections at 1.5 x design.



Transducers 4, 5, 6 = 0.125 ( 3.6 mm ) max

65 PSF (3112.2 Pa)



75 PSF (3591 Pa)


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14. STORY DRIFT INPLANE OF CONSTRUCTION DELTA M DISPLACEMENT

3.5 (88.9 mm) each way from zero

(Ref AAMA 501.4)

TEST PROCEDURE

Using a hydraulic system the intermediate floor level will be moved to the left of center and then to the

right of center this shall be repeated for three cycles.

ACCEPTANCE CRITERIA

No damage or disengagement of trim or snap on members glazing gaskets or sealant, no breakage of

glass shall occur.

Results:Pass.

Observations: No damage or disengagement was observed.

A maximum load of 100 PSF (4788 Pa) outward was placed on the test assembly with no failure

observed.

3.00 CONCLUSIONS AND CLOSURE

3.01 CONCLUSIONS

We make no statement of compliance other than a pass fail result of the material tested or analyzed to any

specification. Based on specific data and information contained in this report, our general understanding of

the test methods and principals involved, and general experience in the materials testing field, it is our

professional judgment that all portions of this mockup meet the requirements set forth in the testing

specifications and documents.

3.02 CLOSURE

The findings in this report were prepared in accordance with generally accepted material engineering and

testing principles and practices. No other warranty, either expressed or implied, is made. This report has

been prepared for the above named client for the above named project. The use of this report for any other

purpose shall be at the users own discretion based on their own interpretation of the results contained

within.

ENDOFREPORT


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Respectfully Submitted,

SMITH EMERY LABORATORIES, INC.

Dana Nelson

SSmmiitthh--EEmmeerryy LLaabboorraattoorriieess

781 E Washington Blvd

Los Angeles, Ca 90021

213-749-3411 x 348

213-494-3636 cell

213-746-7228 fax

Email: [email protected]


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