American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) originally established the performance requirements for powder coatings applied for building facades, windows, doors and associated componentry.  Today AAMA has transitioned into the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FIGA).  Powder coating manufacturers have committed to strict adherence to the performance requirements established within the original AAMA Voluntary Specifications for Organic Coatings.  Powder coatings made to these specifications offers superior coating performance to architectural designers and their clientele.  These classes of coatings are broken down into three types: