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NFRC Programs
These programs oversee the practices and procedures that make up the NFRC certification process, covering the various independent, third-party requirements.  Residential Product Certification Program (PCP)
NFRC certification gives consumers the assurance that your product has been rated by the world's foremost expert in window, door, and skylight performance, in addition to ensuring compliance. Plus, it gives your product added visibility in the marketplace by being listed in the NFRC Certified Product Directory (CPD). Read More Commercial PCP
The Component Modeling Approach (CMA) is an online database of energy performance information for window, door, and skylight components. NFRC is developing a new certification program for commercial fenestration products using a two-path strategy to better address commercial market needs. Information on both programs is available here. Read More Laboratory Accreditation Program (LAP)
NFRC accredited laboratories undergo extensive auditing procedures to ensure confidence that the laboratories produce credible and accurate results without bias. Read More Certification Agency Program (CAP)
NFRC Licensed Independent Certification and Inspection Agencies (IAs) are responsible for reviewing the simulation and test reports for fenestration manufacturers, conducting in-plant inspections, and issuing Certificate of Authorization (CAs). Read More Calculation Entity Approval Program (CEAP)
The CEAP sets forth the requirements for the legal entities participating in the CMA PCP as an Approved Calculation Entity (ACE) Organization and ACE individuals. Read More Compliance and Monitoring Program (CAMP)
In order to maintain the integrity of our ratings, programs, and label, the NFRC has established a program for monitoring activity and assessing fines and/or other remedial actions applicable to certain activities that are prohibited by law or contract. Read More FenStar Certification Program
The FenStar Certification Program is NFRC’s program for ensuring compliance to the ENERGY STAR specifications. In addition to the ongoing verification testing, the FenStar Certification Program will provide manufacturers an evaluation of their installation instructions, air leakage certification information, and product lines’ ENERGY STAR and NFRC labels. Read More Certified Simulator Program
The Certified Simulator Program sets forth requirements for individuals interested in attaining certification credentials for NFRC simulated ratings. Certification is a voluntary process by which individuals are assessed for knowledge, skills, and competencies for a limited amount of time. Read More IG Certification
Per the requirements of the NFRC 700 Product Certification Program, program participants shall be responsible for ensuring that all insulating glass units used in NFRC certified fenestration products are certified in accordance with a Participating Insulating Glass Certification Program. Read More Software
NFRC maintains testing and approval of software applications used in the certification of fenestration products according to NFRC standards. Read More |