Water penetration testing of fenestration systems like windows, storefronts, and curtain walls is nothing new, nor is the unsettled debate regarding at what stage of completion these systems should be tested. The debate I'm referring to is the catch-22 concerning whether testing should occur earlier in construction, without surrounding insulation, finishes, and exterior sealants installed, or later in construction once all of these components are in place.

Cx Associates is excited to announce the addition of Senior Engineer Mike LaCrosse to our team of engineers, thereby kicking off our offering of a new service: building envelope commissioning (BECx).