Fortunately, to help make the jump from nafs08 to nafs11 easier, the joint document management group jdmgthe organization responsible for managing the north american fenestration standard nafshas published a technical bulletin, tb 1401, comparing the 2005, 2008, and 2011 editions of. Discover a list of energy star participating manufacturers, dealers and installers that supply energy star certified windows, doors and skylights in canada. The performancebased, materialneutral north american fenestration standard nafs governing windows, doors and skylights, aamawdmacsa 101i. Nafs is the north american fenestration standard officially known as aamawdmacsa 101i. Windows and doors were created as a means to improve the functionality of a structure. If you have questions for bonny koabel, she is here to help. Nafs north american fenestration standardspecification for. The linchpin of the rating system is a procedure for determining the thermal transmittance ufactor of a product. Aama window standards specifications and ratings, testing. These superior quality windows exceed the industrys highest standards. We are excited to announce a new live weekly callin show hosted by fenestration canada s. Prior to joining fenestration canada, al jaugelis was a senior fenestration specialist at rdh building science. The main focus is on solar heat gain and its effects on the thermal performance of buildings and energy costs for heating and cooling, but our work also includes studies of daylight illumination as well, including performance assessments of complex piped. Performing anal sexual intercourse for the first time.
Fenestration canada nafs calculator and labeling guidelines j. It is a new fenestration standard to test and evaluate the performance of windows, doors, and skylights. Some products sold in canada may also be tested using the standards of the national fenestration rating council in the united states. New code requirements for fenestration energy performance fenbc webinar february 12, 2015 presented by al jaugelis 2.
The inclusion of windows and other openings in the home are necessary as they improve the overall environment inside the home, however they do work to break the seal of the home, providing possible places for air, water, and cold air to enter the home. Fenestration enables the residents of structures to do this. Calculate your performance requirements using fenestration canadas nafs calculator. Fortunately, to help make the jump from nafs08 to nafs11 easier, the joint document management group jdmgthe organization responsible for managing the north american fenestration standard nafshas published a technical bulletin, tb 1401, comparing the 2005, 2008, and 2011 editions of nafs. Fenestration canada has just released two important new documents that potentially affect all manufacturers and prehangers supplying window and door products in canada. Recognized as an authority on the north american fenestration standard nafs, he writes about it on the nafs in canada blog. Hopwood windoor 20 educational seminar presentations.
For a list of related software developed at lawrence berkeley national laboratory, some of which are downloadable, click on this link and then click on software. When evaluating energy performance ratings for your doors and windows, in addition to adhering to energy stars standards, it is important to refer to the harmonized standard set by the north american fenestration standard nafs. Windoor event showcasing the best of the window and door. In canada, energy performance is rated using the following values. The documents and calculators available via this site are created in libreoffice libreoffice is a powerful free and open source office suite which includes. Oct 21, 2014 the second is recommendation on the use of engineering calculations to determine design pressure ratings of fenestration products under nafs 08. Fenestration canada nafs calculator fenestration canada. Types of fenestration need and role of fenestration happho. Harmonizes canadian and american fenestration standards. Mar 03, 2015 new code requirements for fenestration energy performance 1. Fenestration canada is pleased to announce the release of our web based north american fenestration standard nafs performance calculator tool for the canadian window and door industry. Fenestration is an important element of design that can create symmetry, direct the eye, or connect the interior and exterior aesthetics through the sizes, shapes, and arrangements of openings. This guideline document describes best practices for nafs08 labeling of fenestration products in canada for jurisdictions that have adopted the 2010 national building code of canada nbcc or a provincial building code based on the 2010 nbcc.
It supersedes the previous edition, published in 2008 under the same title and published in 2005 under the title. The earliest types of fenestration were simply holes built into a structure. Technically, fenestration is described as any transparent or translucent material plus any sash, frame, mullion and component. Jeff baker, fenestration canada these presentations will outline the labeling requirements to comply with nafs and a discussion of the fenestration canada guideline documents for labeling, and present the energy code requirements for manitoba that will be taking effect in december 2014. Jeff baker, fenestration canada these presentations will outline the labeling requirements to comply with nafs and a discussion of the fenestration canada guideline documents for labeling, and present the energy code requirements for manitoba that.
Fenestration canada to host nafs performance calculator. Increased comfort, reduced energy costs, unfailing resistance and a polished appearance are a great way to add value to your home. Writer word processing, calc spreadsheets, impress presentations, draw vector graphics and flowcharts, base databases, and math formula editing. Nafs harmonizes canadian and american fenestration standards. Understanding how fenestration data functions with the complex glazing system affords architects and designers more options for providing solutions to the overall project goals and design intent. What you must know about the canadian supplement to nafs, csa a440s109 1. Here are some types of fenestration that can be used in buildings. Ufactor measures how well a product can keep heat from escaping from the inside of a room.
What you must know about the canadian supplement to nafs. Fenestration standards are always evolving due to changes in technology, building codes and rating system performance requirements. Formed by the merger of the glazing contractors association of bc gcabc and the window and door manufacturers association of bc wdmabc, fenbc. Fenestration and glazing using clear, 2hour, astm e119 rated fire resistive buttglazed walls allow ortegas mural, located in an exit stairwell, to be enjoyed by visitors and patrons on multiple floors. View skip macleans profile on linkedin, the worlds largest professional community. Open terrain where open terrain is level terrain with only scattered buildings, trees or other obstructions, open water or shorelines. The nfrc label helps you compare between energyefficient windows, doors, and skylights by providing you with energy performance ratings in multiple categories. In particular, window is the cornerstone of lbnls fenestration software series.
Ratings and certification natural resources canada. This project also helps accomplish carbon emission reduction goals through the free access to these worldclass modeling tools. Users enter their province, city, building height, and exposure type and the calculator determines the appropriate nafs requirements for these conditions. This guideline document describes best practices for nafs 08 labeling of fenestration products in canada for jurisdictions that have adopted the 2010 national building code of canada nbcc or a provincial building code based on the 2010 nbcc. The new tool calculates the nafs minimum performance grade pg, minimum positive and negative design. Fenestration refers to the openings in the building envelope, including the installation of windows, doors, and skylights. See the complete profile on linkedin and discover skips connections and jobs at similar companies. What you must know about the canadian supplement to nafs08 bcbec fall conference september 24, 2014 presented by al jaugelis 2. Technical documents fenestration association of bc.
The fenestration association of bc fenbc is a nonprofit trade association representing the interests of businesses engaged in the fenestration industry in bc, and other interested parties. Fenestration canada national organization providing support. In this role al will engage with fenestration canada members and support the industry by sharing his technical expertise, skill, and insights into developing a world class window and door manufacturers association. It calculates total window ufactors, shgc, visible. Standardspecification for windows, doors, and unit skylights. To provide shelter from the elements numerous methods were utilized to cover these openings when not in use. She will be offering fenestration canada members their first phone call or email, free of charge. For british columbia part 9 buildings of no more than 10 m in height, measured from grade, please click here. At a glance discover key features and helpful tips for your fenestration products. Fenestration canadas windoor is canadas premier industry event showcasing the best of the window and door industry, attracting manufacturers, retailers, suppliers, and other industry professionals from all over the world.
The florida solar energy center studies the energy and illumination performances of fenestration systems. Lbnl estimates their fenestration software tools have the technical potential for energy savings by 2030 from windows at 2 quads commercial and residential and an additional 0. Nfrc glass and window standards custom fenestration. The purpose of this online tool is to aid designers with generally understanding the intent of designing and selecting fenestration and door products in accordance with local building code requirements in conjunction with the nafs standard and the 2009 canadian supplement for nafs, as well as determining the maximum permitted overall thermal transmittance values for part 9 fenestration and. The second is recommendation on the use of engineering calculations to determine design pressure ratings of fenestration products under nafs08. Fenestration arrangement of openings is really important in any building. It not only allows for enough sunlight and fresh air but also helps in improving the beauty of the structure. Energy performance label national fenestration rating council. January 10, 2020 toronto, ontario fenestration canada is pleased to announce that al jaugelis has joined the fenestration canada team to act as the fulltime technical director starting february 2020. Insulation and fenestration values requirements home owners. Includes performance grades for both nafs08 and nafs11 editions fill out the following form to download your nafs cheat sheet. Economic and housing forecast windoor 20 educational seminar presentations. Windows, doors and skylights natural resources canada.
Skip maclean vice president sales canada trutech doors. New code requirements for fenestration energy performance. Casement and awning pvc best added value for your home. Nafs insiders guide nafs in canada rdh building science. National fenestration rating council nfrc is the leader in. Csa a440s12017 a440s117 canadian supplement to aama. Fenestration canada s comments on the proposed changes to the national building code. New code requirements for fenestration energy performance 1. Nafs north american fenestration standardspecification. Find energy star certified models on our searchable product list. Nafs north american fenestration standard acronymfinder. July 12, 2017 the fenestration canada s nafs performance calculator is a tool that allows the user to determine the nafs performance requirements for the local environment.