As builders and homeowners, we are interested in how a window or door performs, their longevity and durability, and how easily they install, and of course the cost. Have you ever given thought to how a window or door is tested by the manufacturer?
I recently had the opportunity to tour Andersen Windows and Doors research and development department, a place called the Garofalo Center for Research, Development and Innovation. This is the facility where, in the words of Andersen, they “test to failure”. Stated in another way, they don’t test to see if a product simply passes a required testing standard, Andersen wants to know at what point their products fail. Continue reading “How a Window Manufacturer Tests Thier Products”