FIELD CHAMBER TESTING

1. Jobsite - in progress construction.

2. Built chamber from the outside.

3. Built chamber from the inside.

4. Qualified supervision by owner, architect and project manager.

5. Built chamber with reading gauges and vacuum.

6. Hose test rack in front of test mock-up from the outside.

7. Hose test rack in front of test mock-up from the inside.

8. Testing should be done at the beginning of the job to avoid leaks like this one caught early on.

Quality

QUALITY ASSURANCE / QUALITY CONTROL PROGRAM

Our QA/QC Program outlines the procedures and quality control methods used by Trainor Glass, our vendors, and subcontractors to ensure that the design integrity, performance, and aesthetic qualities of your project are maintained. At Trainor Glass Company, we believe in doing it right the first time.

  • Quality Control inspections are conducted by all employees involved in the project, monitored by management and overseen by a Quality Control Supervisor.
  • Daily reports are filled out by our Quality Control Supervisor and reviewed by management in an effort to identify any potential problems.
  • All new material is checked against the packing list to ensure accuracy and then inspected for defects.
  • Fabrication and assembly of frames must pass a thorough inspection procedure prior to installation including but not limited to: verify opening dimensions are correct, read manufacturer’s assembly instructions prior to assembly, check parts for size, finish and angularity, confirm that all gaskets, spacers, etc. are located and oriented properly per assembly drawings, ensure frame is square, and check frame again for scratches, dents, and blemishes.
  • Quality Assurance criteria for glass installation includes: verify glass is correct size, type and thickness, ensure face of glass is clean and unblemished, confirm setting blocks and gaskets are installed properly, remove all stickers from glass.

 

IN-HOUSE CHAMBER TESTING

We pride ourselves on our quality and attention to detail.  As part of our pricing and quality control procedures, Trainor Glass Company tests for static air (ASTM E283) and static water infiltration (ASTM E331) in test chambers at our manufacturing facilities, on every 50th panel. We utilize these chambers for product design and research and development. This allows for critical air and water performance to be tested prior to the panels being installed in the field. These steps give our customers the confidence that our production materials meet or exceed performance requirements. This quality control test does not replace our full scale mock up test that is done at an independent laboratory where our systems are tested per the project specific specifications for air, water, dynamic, seismic or impact as required. Special testing can be witnessed and reported by an independent testing agency.