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The Myron and Berna Garron Health Sciences Complex (SAMIH) building at the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC) project is a dynamic initiative aimed at establishing a vital training facility for medical and healthcare professionals, and is a cutting-edge project driven by ambitious sustainability goals. EllisDon, a key construction partner, identified Mitrex’s Building-Integrated Photovoltaics (BIPV) as an optimal solution to align the project with UTSC’s aggressive carbon footprint reduction targets. Mitrex worked with the architects MVRDV and Diamond Schmitt Architects to bring the project to life. Initially, the project considered traditional rooftop solar panels, but through close collaboration and a design evolution, a full BIPV facade was selected, balancing aesthetic and energy performance requirements.
The final installation has a power generation capacity of 632 kW, producing approximately 420,000 kWh per year—a significant step toward campus-wide sustainability.
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Solar Facade
Our Solar Facades are designed to effortlessly substitute your building's existing facade, transforming it into a dynamic solar energy-harvesting surface. At the heart of each panel lies a sturdy aluminum honeycomb core, coupled with a layer of high-performance solar cells, making every piece an efficient source of renewable energy.
Overtop the energy generating layer is the customizable exterior– a versatile canvas that can recreate any pattern or color. This adaptability allows the fusion of aesthetically pleasing architectural solar facades with the functional benefits of BIPV technology. It’s a harmonious blend of form and function, bringing to life facades that not only captivate the eye but also contribute positively to the environment.
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CladiShield offers more than mere cladding panels; it provides a fully integrated rainscreen wall solution. This system encompasses a top-tier air and moisture barrier, continuous insulation, versatile sub-framing systems, and, of course, our superior multi-faced cladding.
Each component of our system is crafted to function seamlessly together, delivering not just ease of installation, but also enduring performance and visual unity. CladiShield simplifies the process for architects and contractors, eliminating uncertainties and ensuring a cohesive, efficient building experience.
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