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Gypsum Testing

NTA provides building code compliance testing services including gypsum wall board testing for HUD building code compliance. Gypsum Board is also commonly known as Drywall, Wallboard, Plasterboard. NTA performs its gypsum testing in accordance with American Society for Gypsum Board Testing and Materials Specifications and Test Methods. Tests NTA performs include, but are not limited to, the following:

Test Description
ASTM C36 Standard Specification for Gypsum Wallboard
ASTM C165 Test Methods for Measuring Compressive Properties of Thermal Insulations
ASTM C473 Standard Test Methods for Physical Testing of Gypsum Board Products and Gypsum Lath
ASTM C514 Standard Specification for Nails for the Application of Gypsum Board
ASTM C557 Standard Specification for Adhesives for Fastening Gypsum to Wood Framing
ASTM C630 Standard Specification for Water-Resistant Gypsum Backing Board
ASTM C645 Standard Specification for Non-Load (Axial) Bearing Steel Studs, Runners (Track), and Rigid Furring Channels for Screw Application of Gypsum Board
ASTM C931 Standard Specification for Exterior Gypsum Soffit Board
ASTM C955 Load-Bearing (Transverse and Axial) Steel Studs, Runners (Tracks), and Bracing or Bridging for Screw Application of Gypsum Board and Metal Plaster Bases
ASTM C960 Standard Specification for Predecorated Gypsum Board
ASTM C1178 Standard Specification for Glass Mat Water-Resistant Gypsum Backing Panel
ASTM C1278 Standard Specification for Fiber-Reinforced Gypsum Panels
ASTM C1395 Specification for Gypsum Ceiling Board
ASTM C1396 Standard Specification for Gypsum Wallboard

Other Specifications and Test Methods

Test Description
AFG-01 Adhesives for Field-Gluing Plywood to Wood Framing
AISI Chapter F Tests for Special Cases
ANSI Z124.1 Standard for Plastic Bathtub Units
ANSI Z124.2 Standard for Plastic Shower Units
ANSI Z124.3 Standard for Plastic Lavatory Units
ANSI Z124.4 Standard for Plastic Water Closet Bowls and Tanks
ANSI Z124.5 Standard for Plastic Toilet (Water Closet) Seats
ANSI A225.1 Sec. 3-2.8 Anchoring Equipment Testing
ANSI A225.1 Sec. 3-2.8.4 Tie Materials Properties Testing
ANSI A225.1 Sec. 3-2.9.1 Ground Anchor Capacity Testing
ANSI/TPI 1 Sec. 7.1 Standard Methods of Test for Determining Lateral Resistance Strength of Metal Connector Plate Teeth
ANSI/TPI 1 Sec. 7.2 Standard Methods of Test for Strength Properties of Metal Connector Plates Under Pure Shear Force
ANSI/TPI 1 Sec. 7.3 Standard Methods of Test for Strength Properties of Metal Connector Plates Under Pure Tension Forces
ASCE 7-95 Sec. 4.4 Handrail, Guard, Grab Bar Load Test
CA 25-4 State of California Specification CA 25-4: Standard for the Evaluation of Adhesives for Structural use in the manufacture of Mobile homes and Commercial Coaches
ENERGY STAR®

EPA ENERGY STAR® Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Certification for Site-Built and Modular Residential Structures

  • Whole House Air Leakage Testing Under Specified Air Pressure Difference
  • Total Duct Air Leakage Testing Under Specified Air Pressure Difference
  • Duct Air Leakage (to the Outside) Testing Under Specified Air Pressure Difference
  • Duct/House Leakage Diagnostics and Troubleshooting
FMHCSS 24CFR §3280.103

Whole House Ventilation

  • Air Flow Capacity Through Passive Ventilators
  • Air Flow Capacity Through Mechanical Ventilators
  • Air Flow Capacity Through Vented Appliances
FMHCSS 24CFR §3280.305 (g)(1) Floor Decking Material Concentrated Load Test
FMHCSS 24CFR §3280.305 (g)(5) Bottom Board Puncture Resistance Test (Beach Puncture Test)
FMHCSS 24CFR §3280.306 (f) Anchoring Equipment Load Resistance Test
FMHCSS 24CFR §3280.401

Structural Load Tests

  • Shear Wall Assembly Ultimate Load Test
  • Cantilever Floor Assembly Ultimate Load Test
  • Plywood Ridge Beam Ultimate Load Test
  • Header Assembly Ultimate Load Test
  • Pier & Pier Pad Ultimate Load Test
  • Concrete Stair Ultimate Load Test
  • Exterior Sheathing Negative Wind Ultimate Pressure Test
  • Vinyl Siding Negative Wind Ultimate Pressure Test
  • Interior Partition Ultimate Load Test
FMHCSS 24CFR §3280.402 Test Procedure for Roof Trusses
FMHCSS 24CFR §3280.403

Standard for Windows and Sliding Glass Doors Used in Manufactured Homes

  • Skylight Assembly Negative Wind Ultimate Pressure Test
TAPPI T803 Puncture Test of Container Board
BOCA 1606.4 Handrail, Guard, Grab Bar Load Test
SBCCI H105.1.2 Manufactured Load Bearing Supports or Devices Ultimate Load Testing
SBCCI H105.4.5 Tie Material Properties Testing
SBCCI H105.5.2 Ground Anchor Capacity Testing
ASTM D3165 Adhesive Shear Testing
ASCE 7 GuardRail and HandRail Testing
Fence Wind Load Testing
ASTM D3500 Structural Panel Tension Test
ASTM E330, E997 Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, Doors by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference
ASTM E283 Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Walls, and Doors Under Specified Air Pressure Difference