Material Matters: Understanding the Durability and Lifespan of Mitrex Solar Cladding

Built to Last—And Then Some

What if your building’s facade could outlast the elements—and power your future? In today’s fast-paced building landscape, materials need to do more than look good—they need to perform. At Mitrex, our Building-Integrated Photovoltaic (BIPV) cladding isn’t just energy-generating; it’s engineered for resilience. From brutal winters to scorching summers, every layer is engineered to endure while turning your building into a sustainable powerhouse.

Whether you're designing a net-zero building or retrofitting an older structure, understanding how Mitrex materials endure time, weather, and wear is key to long-term success.

What’s Inside: A Proven, Powerful System

At the heart of each Mitrex eFacade PRO panel is a high-strength aluminum honeycomb core—lightweight yet robust, designed to withstand extreme stress without warping or degrading. The outer surface is solar glass, equipped with high-efficiency monocrystalline solar cells and available in dozens of finishes, textures, and colors.

The full panel assembly includes:

• Solar glass for maximum efficiency
• PV encapsulants to safeguard cells
• Aluminum honeycomb for structural grit
• UV-resistant backsheet for lasting protection
• Sealed junction box to defy water and weather

Together, these layers deliver a solar cladding product that functions as both energy-producing facade and durable envelope.

Tested and Certified for Real-World Conditions

Mitrex cladding meets or exceeds global safety and performance benchmarks, including:

• Fire-tested to NFPA 285 and EN 13501-1 (A2-s1, d0)
  
  
• Wind load: 8000 Pa front and rear resistance (167 psf)
  
  
• Hail resistance: certified against 25mm impact at 83 km/h
  
  
• Rated from -40°C to +85°C for all-season durability
  
  

With third-party certifications across ASTM, CSA, UL, and IEC, our products are proven to perform in every climate zone across North America and beyond. 

Designed for Longevity, Backed by Warranty

Each Mitrex BIPV system comes with a 25-year product and performance warranty:

• ≥97% output in Year 1
  
  
• ≥90% output by Year 12
  
  
• ≥80% output by Year 25
  
  

This ensures consistent solar energy generation while reducing long-term maintenance costs—contributing to improved ROI and energy-efficient retrofit value.

Adaptable for Any Vision

Mitrex solar cladding can be tailored for use in:

• High-rise towers
  
  
• Industrial facilities
  
  
• Residential developments
  
  
• Institutional campuses
  
  

Our glass textures, color palettes, and panel shapes offer freedom for architects without compromising performance. With options like matte, satin, or stone-like finishes, your facade remains resilient and visually stunning.

A Sustainable Structure Inside and Out

Sustainability isn’t an afterthought—it’s engineered into every panel. Mitrex materials are manufactured with a carbon-negative lifecycle, contributing to green building certifications such as LEED, BREEAM, and WELL. These credentials not only reflect environmental leadership but may unlock:

• Tax credits and rebates
  
  
• Energy-efficient building grants
  
  
• Higher property valuation
  
  

For builders and owners alike, it's an investment in future-proof design.

Built for Performance. Certified for Peace of Mind.

From its impact resistance and UV stability to its thermal insulation (up to R10 per inch), Mitrex solar cladding is a tested and trusted solution for modern architecture. It turns static surfaces into energy-generating building materials, driving both design impact and measurable results.

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