REPORT NUMBER: COQ-003 ORIGINAL ISSUE DATE: July 19, 2013

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1 REPORT NUMBER: COQ-003 ORIGINAL ISSUE DATE: July 19, 2013 TEST REPORT EVALUATION CENTER INTERTEK TESTING SERVICES NA LTD BRIGANTINE DRIVE COQUITLAM, BC V3K 7C1 CANADA RENDERED TO PHOENIX METALWORKS, LLC 8650 LINE ROAD LYNDEN, WA PRODUCT EVALUATED: Phoenix Panel System EVALUATION PROPERTY: Air Leakage, Pressure Equalization, Static Water Penetration, Dynamic Water Penetration, Report of Testing Phoenix Panel System for compliance with the applicable requirements of the following criteria: AAMA , Voluntary Test Method and Specification for Pressure Equalized Rain Screen Wall Cladding Systems This report is for the exclusive use of Intertek's Client and is provided pursuant to the agreement between Intertek and its Client. Intertek's responsibility and liability are limited to the terms and conditions of the agreement. Intertek assumes no liability to any party, other than to the Client in accordance with the agreement, for any loss, expense or damage occasioned by the use of this report. Only the Client is authorized to copy or distribute this report and then only in its entirety. Any use of the Intertek name or one of its marks for the sale or advertisement of the tested material, product or service must first be approved in writing by Intertek. The observations and test results in this report are relevant only to the sample tested. This report by itself does not imply that the material, product, or service is or has ever been under an Intertek certification program.

2 Report No COQ-003 Page 2 of 7 1 Table of Contents 1 Table Of Contents Introduction Test Samples Sample Selection Sample And Assembly Description Testing And Evaluation Methods Air Leakage Pressure Equalization Water Penetration Static Water Penetration Dynamic Test Apparatus Testing And Evaluation Results Air Leakage Pressure Equalization Static Water Penetration Dynamic Water Penetration Conclusion... 7 Appendix A Test Data... 5 Pages Appendix B Drawings... 4 Pages Appendix C Photos... 3 Pages

3 Report No COQ-003 Page 3 of 7 2 Introduction Intertek Testing Services NA Ltd. (Intertek) has conducted testing for Phoenix Metalworkd, LLC on a wall panel product in accordance with AAMA , Voluntary Method and Specification for Pressure Equalized Rain Screen Wall Cladding Systems. The following test methods were followed in this testing: ASTM E (2012), Standard Test Method for Determining Rate of Air Leakage Through Exterior Windows, Curtain Walls, and Doors Under Specified Pressure Differences Across the Specimen ASTM E , Standard Test Method of Structural Performance of Exterior Windows, Doors, Skylights, and Curtain Walls by Cyclic Air Pressure Differential ASTM E (2009), Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Exterior Windows, Skylights, Doors, and Curtain Walls by Uniform Static Air Pressure Difference AAMA , Standard Test Method for Water Penetration of Windows, Curtain Walls and Doors Using Dynamic Pressure. This evaluation was completed during the month of July Test Samples 3.1. SAMPLE SELECTION The client submitted the panel product to the Evaluation Center on July 2, 2013 and was identified as Coquitlam ID# VAN Samples were not independently selected for testing SAMPLE AND ASSEMBLY DESCRIPTION The product was identified as the Phoenix Panel System. The overall framing dimensions measured 120 in. wide x 120 in. high. Framing was constructed with nominal 2 in. x 6 in. SPF lumber spaced 16 in. o/c. In the center cavity, an additional center was installed to allow for panel fastening. The framing was fastened using three 3 in. nails per stud end. Framing was then sheathed with 3/4 in. APA approved plywood and attached using 2-1/2 in. long exterior deck screws. The entire specimen was then coated with membrane primer, and then was completely covered with Blueskin membrane. On top of the Blueskin membrane, aluminum perimeter flashing was applied, which allowed for the attachment to metal composite exterior panel. Panels were fastened to the deck at the clip locations using #10 x 1-1/2 in. aluminum screw. Refer to Appendix B and C for drawings and photos of the tested wall sample. 4 Testing and Evaluation Methods 4.1. AIR LEAKAGE The Air Leakage tests (Air Infiltration) were conducted in accordance with ASTM E283. The tests were performed using a test pressure of 75 Pa (1.57 psf). As per AAMA 508, air leakage was induced in the system to provide a leakage rate of 0.6 L/s*m 2 (0.12 cfm/ft 2 ). 240 holes, each

4 Report No COQ-003 Page 4 of 7 measuring 1/8 in. diameter, were drilled through the sheathing and membrane to achieve the required air leakage PRESSURE CYCLING The Pressure Cycle test was tested in accordance with ASTM E1233 and evaluated to AAMA Positive pressure loading was performed from 240 Pa (5 psf) to 1200 Pa (25 psf) to 24 Pa (5 psf) based on a maximum average of three second cycles for 100 cycles WATER PENETRATION STATIC The Static Water Penetration test was tested in accordance with ASTM E331. This test was performed at two specified pressure differentials of 300 Pa (6.27 psf) and 720 Pa (15 psf). A water spray rate of at least 204 L/m 2 per hour (5.0 U.S. gal/ft 2 per hour) was maintained. Each test was run for fifteen minutes, during which the pressure and water spray were continuously applied WATER PENETRATION DYNAMIC The Dynamic Water Penetration test was tested in accordance with AAMA The test was performed at the specified pressure differential of 300 Pa (6.27 psf) generated using a Pratt and Whitney R-2800 Aircraft Engine, and a water spray rate of at least 204 L/m 2 per hour (5.0 U.S. gal/ft 2 per hour). This test consisted of fifteen minutes, during which the pressure and water spray were continuously applied.

5 Report No COQ-003 Page 5 of 7 5 Test Apparatus Test Application Equipment Intertek ID# Air Leakage Air blower NA To measure the volume of air passing through the test sample Meriam Instrument Co. laminar flow element, Model No. 50MW20-2, and a Meriam Instrument Co. 8 in. H 2 O calibrated inclined manometer, Model No. 40HEX35WM W1, w2 To measure the chamber pressure Dwyer in. H 2 O manometer 2101 To measure the laminar flow element inlet pressure Dwyer 0-4 in. H 2 O manometer 2100 Pressure Cycling Air blower NA To measure the chamber pressure Dwyer 0-36" H 2 O manometer 2171 Static Water Penetration Air blower -- To measure the Dwyer 0-4" H 2 0 manometer 2100 To deliver the water on the test sample Water spray assembly ITS1 Dynamic Water Penetration Pratt and Whitney R-2800 DC-6 propeller aircraft engine PW2 To deliver the water on the test sample 10 X 9 spray rack assemblies, with Site Test Racks ITS10

6 Report No COQ-003 Page 6 of 7 6 Testing and Evaluation Results 6.1. AIR LEAKAGE Air leakage test data is indicated in the following table: Test Pressure for all samples: 75 Pa Overall Area of each sample: 8.84 m 2 (95.1 ft 2 ) Air Leakage: 0.6 L/s*m 2 (0.12 cfm/ft 2 ) 6.2. PRESSURE CYCLING During the Pressure Cycling at a pressure differential from 240 Pa (5 psf) to 1200 Pa (25 psf) for 100 cycles the systems lag times was below the required 0.08 seconds and the differential between the cavities and cyclic wind pressure did not exceed 50% of the maximum test pressure. All samples tested met the requirements as specified by the client for Pressure Equalization and as per AAMA STATIC WATER PENETRATION During the 15-minute test periods, using a pressure differential of 300 Pa (6.27 psf) and 720 Pa (15 psf), there was minimal signs of water leakage observed through the tested sample. The water observed water droplets were less than 5% of the air/water barrier surface. The sample met the requirements as specified per AAMA DYNAMIC WATER PENETRATION During the 15-minute test period, using a Pratt and Whitney R-2800 Aircraft Engine to generate a pressure differential of 300 Pa (6.27 psf), no water leakage was observed through the tested sample. The lag time between the cavity and cyclic wind pressure was less than 0.08 sec 2. The maximum differential between the cavity and the cyclic wind pressure was less than 50% of the maximum test pressure. The sample met the requirements as specified per AAMA

7 Report No COQ-003 Page 7 of 7 7 Conclusion The Phoenix Panel System tested and described in this report has met the Air Leakage, Pressure Equalization, Static Water Penetration, and Dynamic Water Penetration test requirements per AAMA The conclusions of this test report may not be used as part of the requirements for Intertek product certification. Authority to Mark must be issued by Intertek for a product to become certified by Intertek. INTERTEK TESTING SERVICES NA LTD. Completed by: Blair Hendry Technician Building Products Reviewed by: Riccardo DeSantis Manager Building Products