Mitrex introduces fire-rated BIPV
by CM staff
The tests conducted by fire safety organizations include the National Fire Protection Association 285 and European Union's EN 13501-1 with a classification of A2-s1,d0.
TORONTO — Mitrex, a North American manufacturer of building integrated photovoltaics (BIPV), introduces the world’s first fire-rated BIPV that has passed conclusive fire safety tests in the industry. The tests conducted by fire safety organizations include the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 285 and European Union’s EN 13501-1 with a classification of A2-s1,d0.
Recent building fires, such as the Grenfell Tower in London, the Marina Torch in Dubai, and the Lacrosse Tower fire in Melbourne, have highlighted the importance of fire safety in buildings. These are just a few examples of high-rise buildings where the cladding is believed to have contributed to the rapid spread of fires. These tragedies have stressed the importance of fire safety in infrastructure. Mitrex’s BIPV is designed to provide clean energy and the highest level of fire safety for the building and its occupants.
The Mitrex BIPV system has completed tests included exposing the BIPV to direct flame, radiant heat, and smoke, simulating the worst-case scenarios of a building fire. The NFPA 285 standard is a full-scale wall assembly test that simulates the spread of fire through a multi-story building, and the EN 13501-1 standard is a fire classification system that categorizes the fire performance of construction products and building elements where Mitrex obtained a classification of A2-s1,d0.
“We are thrilled to offer BIPV solutions that provide clean energy generation without contributing to the spread of fires in the buildings they are incorporated,” said Danial Hadizadeh, CEO of Mitrex. “The rise of global crises due to climate change only increases the importance of all our structures being built safely, reliably, and durably. Passing these tests is a huge accomplishment for our company, and we are excited to share fire-rated BIPV products with our customers worldwide.”
Mitrex’s BIPV products are designed to be integrated into the building envelope, providing both power and protection to buildings.
