AMCA Makes Revisions to air control device rating manual.
Press Release Summary:
AMCA Publication 511-10 (Rev 2016) – revision of AMCA Publication 511, Product Rating Manual for Air Control Devices – was adopted by Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) membership March 24, 2016. Publication dictates proper presentation of data and other required technical procedures for certification of air control devices within AMCA's 500-D and 500-L test standards under AMCA Certified Ratings Program. Revision includes changes to backdraft damper leakage section.
Original Press Release:
AMCA International Revises AMCA Publication 511, Product Rating Manual for Air Control Devices
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. - The Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. announces the revision of AMCA Publication 511, Product Rating Manual for Air Control Devices.
The new designation for 511 is AMCA Publication 511-10 (Rev. 2016). The revised AMCA Publication 511 was adopted by AMCA membership March 24, 2016. It dictates proper presentation of data and other required technical procedures for certification of air control devices within AMCA's 500-D and 500-L test standards under the AMCA Certified Ratings Program.
The 2016 revision includes changes to the backdraft damper leakage section will allow manufacturers to show compliance with the new 2015 IECC and ASHRAE 90.1 - 2013 leakage requirements for non-motorized dampers. The proposal increases the number of samples required to be leakage tested from one to three.
AMCA Publication 511-10 is available for free download from the AMCA store.
About AMCA International
The Air Movement and Control Association (AMCA) International Inc. Is a not-for-profit trade association with more than 360 member companies worldwide representing more than $3 billion in annual revenue. AMCA's mission is to advance the health, growth and integrity of the air movement and control industry, with programs like certified ratings, verification of compliance and international standard development. AMCA also advocates for model codes, regulations and utility incentive programs that promote efficiency and life safety. For more information about AMCA, visit www.amca.org.
AMCA Publication 511-10 high resolution image can be found in the AMCA public press folder.
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