Coated Sheathing System Flaws – ASTM E331 Water Infiltration Testing

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Construction Consulting Laboratory International (CCLI), in Carrollton, Texas, conducted ASTM E331 Water Infiltration Testing on exterior mockup walls constructed by professional framing contractors who were familiar with the ZIP System® to confirm the results of similar testing conducted on behalf of DuPont. The test structure was constructed following the manufacturer’s published guidelines. Will water find its way into the wall system, too? Watch this short video to see the results.

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