For Architects

Yes. We provide sample chips from our Genesis Solar Series and Exodus Solar Series color collections for initial review. For project-specific applications, we can provide larger mockup panels for on-site or in-office evaluation. Custom samples showing specific colors, textures, or patterns can be arranged for a fee (typically credited back when the project moves forward). Samples help you assess aesthetics, compare with other building materials like cedar, stone, or metal cladding, and present options to clients. Contact us to order samples through our website or request project-specific mockups.

Our structured collections include Genesis Solar Series (earthy, textured finishes mimicking stone, concrete, and metal) and Exodus Solar Series (bold, uniform architectural colors with smooth finishes). For eFacade PRO+, we offer an 'open palette'—virtually any color, pattern, or texture including matches to RAL, Pantone, or branded colors. We can work with you to match specific materials like limestone, sandstone, cedar, or other cladding materials you're specifying. Custom color matching is available with consideration for the color-vs-power trade-off (darker tones generally deliver higher energy yield). We provide sample chips, larger mockup panels for side-by-side comparison, and guidance on how color choices impact W/ft² and annual kWh.

eFacade LITE: Standardized with 2 panel sizes and 5 core colors, simple plug-and-play attachments. Optimized for cost efficiency and speed. Best for budget-driven projects like retrofits and larger flat façades.
eFacade PRO: Custom sizes up to 39x80in with expanded palette of 48 colors. Rainscreen system with flexible attachment options for unique building conditions.
eFacade PRO+: Premium system with fully customizable colors, shapes, sizes, and systems, engineered for landmark projects with demanding criteria including larger formats, higher wind loads, curved panels, and intensive design-assist.

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For early budgeting: supply-only ranges from $45-65/SF, while turnkey installed ranges from $70/SF to $100+/SF. Final pricing depends on product line, façade area, site logistics, services included, and project scope. We refine this into project-specific budgets once we have basic drawings, elevations, and expected scope. BIPV effectively combines two budgets: building envelope and solar installation. When factoring in incentives and tax credits (covering 60-80% upfront) plus 25+ years of energy savings, BIPV becomes highly competitive with premium cladding systems.

Our systems are engineered to meet international standards including PV & safety (UL 61730, UL 61215), impact and structural performance (ASTM E1996, ASTM E330), and fire performance (NFPA 285, CAN/ULC-S134, EN 13501 A2-s1,d0). Systems feature non-combustible components. For each project, we provide test reports, classification summaries, engineering letters, and product data sheets to support permitting and code compliance review. These documents are also available through our downloads page and can be provided during the specification phase.

Mitrex BIPV uses high-efficiency solar cells (typically ~22% cell efficiency), while the delivered panel power density depends on architectural choices and site conditions. As a practical planning range, output is often ~7–18 W/ft² (75–196 W/m²) depending on factors like orientation, tilt, color/opacity, cell spacing, and shading. Because BIPV is part of the building envelope, we typically provide owners and design teams with a clear estimate of annual production (kWh/year), expected bill offset, and performance assumptions (soiling, temperature, inverter losses, etc.) rather than relying on a single nameplate number.

BIPV is highly customizable to match the façade grid, module layout, and architectural intent. Typical offerings include:
- Custom panel sizes up to 125" × 80" (3175mm × 2032mm) (project-dependent)
- Pre-assembled components up to 420" (10.7m) long for faster installation and cleaner detailing
- A broad aesthetic library: 48+ colors and finishes including satin, matte, glossy, wood-grain looks, and custom graphics/patterning
- Design flexibility like cell layout tuning, joint alignment to façade modules, and integration with corners/returns/feature bands
- During design-assist, we help balance appearance, energy output and constructability, including recommendations for module grid sizing that reduces waste and speeds installation.

Mitrex typically provides a 25-year product warranty plus a 25-year performance warranty (commonly guaranteeing at least 80% of original output at year 25). In practice, that means the façade is warranted both as a building product (materials/workmanship) and as an energy-generating system with defined long-term output expectations.

Yes. BIPV works well for new construction and for retrofits where the building is being re-clad or over-clad. For retrofits, we typically evaluate the existing structure and attachment strategy, the rainscreen cavity, air/water barrier condition, and thermal upgrades, and electrical routing paths to inverters/electrical rooms. Retrofit projects can be especially attractive because you’re often already investing in envelope renewal—BIPV lets that same scope also deliver on-site generation and a long-term operating cost offset.

Architectural details include mitered or square-cut corners, consistent reveals created by mounting clips (3-10mm typical), and shadow lines at floor lines or columns. Custom details are developed during shop drawings with full-scale mockups available for verification.