scope:

The products within the scope of this publication are louvers that are used for high wind and/or high intensity rain areas, as required by the ICC Code.

This program shall apply only to a complete cataloged series of sizes. It shall not apply to individual sizes in a series, or part of a series, or special units on which catalog ratings are not published. A Listing Label may be obtained for a louver meeting the requirements of ANSI/AMCA 540, Test Method for Louvers Impacted by Wind Borne Debris, AMCA Standard 550, Test Method for High Velocity Wind Driven Rain Resistant Louvers, or both.

The AMCA Listing Label shall be used only in connection with the specifically listed device. A Listing Label may be obtained for an approved wind borne debris louver application, a high velocity wind driven rain louver application, or both.

The AMCA Listing Label shall be used only on complete units. The application of the AMCA Listing Label to individual component parts, such as blades, frames, etc., is not permitted.

Purpose

The purpose of this program is to provide a follow up service for louvers tested in accordance with ANSI/AMCA Standard 540, Test Method for Louvers Impacted by Wind Borne Debris, and louvers tested in accordance with AMCA Standard 550, Test Method for High Velocity Wind Driven Rain Resistant Louvers.