ASTM & AAMA Water Penetration Training Center

Sovell Investigative Testing and Consulting (SITC) provides professional education and hands-on training for window and door manufacturers, building consultants, and construction professionals seeking to learn industry-standard ASTM and AAMA water intrusion and air infiltration testing methods.

Our national training center is designed to give participants real-world experience using full-size wall system mock-ups, allowing trainees to learn testing procedures exactly as they are performed in the field.

What Our Training Covers

SITC training includes both classroom instruction and hands-on testing demonstrations for the following standards:

  • ASTM E1105 – Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls
  • ASTM E783 – Air Leakage Testing
  • ASTM E2128 – Guide for Evaluating Water Leakage of Building Walls
  • AAMA 502 – Voluntary Specification for Field Testing
  • AAMA 511 – Forensic Evaluation of Water Intrusion

Classroom Instruction

Training begins in our large classroom, which allows for the use of full-size visual aids and interactive discussion. During this portion, participants receive:

  • A detailed review of the applicable ASTM standards or AAMA specifications
  • Explanation of testing procedures and equipment
  • A question-and-answer session with experienced instructors

Hands-On Testing Experience

After classroom instruction, participants move into the hands-on portion of the training. SITC demonstrates each test method on full-size wall system mock-ups. Once the demonstration is complete, trainees are invited to perform the tests themselves from start to finish, including:

  • Building test chambers
  • Setting up spray racks
  • Performing water and air infiltration testing
  • Completing data sheets and understanding reporting requirements

This approach ensures participants gain both technical knowledge and practical experience.

Training Philosophy

SITC’s training program is designed to recognize the diversity of professional skill sets. We believe value and success come through both technical knowledge and hands-on craftsmanship, allowing participants to develop confidence in performing testing procedures in real-world conditions.

Training Center Location

ASTM & AAMA Educational Center
203 East Highway 212
Kranzburg, South Dakota 57245