Forensic Services
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Regional laboratories on both coasts and the Midwest minimize travel and
incidental costs typically encountered when employing building forensic experts
for litigation support.
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Over 20 years experience in a wide range of projects for schools, hospitals,
government buildings, hotels, sports and entertainment complexes.
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Includes accredited test laboratory analysis.
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When condensation or water-leakage problems occur, an investigation is needed
before corrective action can be taken or grounds for liability can be
determined. As the
leader in fenestration and building-materials performance testing, Architectural Testing provides
forensic services to give scientific findings along with our expert opinion.
Our services help minimize or eliminate the problem’s financial impact,
identify responsible parties, and develop remedial plans to meet the
objectives. We also assist architects, consultants, and contractors by
verifying that products are properly installed.
Architectural Testing forensic services include:
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Investigation: data collection, review of design and project documents and
correspondence, interviewing concerned parties
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Site inspection, done visually and with instrumentation
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Testing to reproduce the conditions when the problem occurs
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Provide advice during development of remedial plans
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Construction change order analysis
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Comparing the design with the constructed application
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Expert witness testimony
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Heat-loss audit
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Innovations
Architectural Testing pioneered the use of infrared thermal imaging technology as a diagnostic
tool to detect the sources of heat loss, air flow, water vapor, or moisture
infiltration nondestructively. If defective products are discovered, our
materials laboratory can analyze components, sealants, and gaskets. We can
subject materials to accelerated weathering testing and property analysis to
diagnose problems in detail. We can also draw upon other disciplines to gauge
the impact of key variables, such as heat or wind, and then use computer
modeling to evaluate and remediate the problem. Where extensive analysis or
remediation is required, our engineering department can provide reports and
plans with a Professional Engineer’s Seal.
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Insights and Possibilities
Many variables affect the performance and
service life of fenestration products and building materials. That’s why it’s
valuable to work with a firm that offers a comprehensive range of laboratory,
environmental, and field test programs. With Architectural Testing, you get the convenience of
securing your forensic testing from an independent laboratory that doesn’t just
provide expert witnesses, but also scientific facts.
Our customers draw upon our expertise in over 700 test methods performed in
accordance with ASTM, AAMA, ANSI, military, and international standards,
including ICC. And we continue to develop procedures and apply new test methods
to meet customer requirements.
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Learn more about how the Architectural Testing Difference
can help you or Contact Us today.