Matrix Energy Inc. Press Releases

Matrix Energy commissions largest commercial photovoltaic system in Quebec

Mon, 01 Feb 2012 13:58:00 +0000

Matrix Energy Inc finished off 2011 with a bang! The Montreal-based distributor announced the completion of a 14.7 kWp Grid-tied photovoltaic (PV) project with engineering partner BPR-Bechtel and contractor L'Électricité du St-Laurent Ltée on the FX Drolet building owned by Quebec City. It is believed to be the largest PV system tied to 3 phase 600 VAC grid service in the province of Quebec.

Matrix Energy supplies several PV systems to Laval University

Mon, 20 Dec 2011 12:46:00 +0000

In 2009 Matrix Energy was approached by Laval University’s Centre for Northern Studies (Centre d’Études Nordiques - CEN) in requesting the design and specification of seven grid-tied and six off-grid Photovoltaic (PV) power systems totaling 37.8 kWp. The tenders for the PV systems were developed by engineering consultants CIB Groupe Conseil, and Matrix Energy received an order for equipment supply from Valko Electrique in early 2010. The installations were completed in the second half of 2010 and 2011.

Matrix Energy wins patent infringement lawsuit

Mon, 01 Dec 2011 15:46:00 +0000

Matrix Energy Inc. is satisfied with and now vindicated by the decision issued October 31, 2011 by The Honourable Mr. Justice Scott of the Federal Court of Canada concluding that defendant, Matrix Energy Inc, “…did not infringe Conserval Engineering’s Canadian Patent No 1,326,619 patent… by making, designing and selling its own MatrixAir™ system”.

Solar LED lighting and rooftop PV for Rona in Vaudreuil-Dorion

Mon, 11 Nov 2011 15:18:00 +0000

Matrix Energy is pleased to announce it has designed and supplied five (5) Solar LED lighting systems and a 5.76 kWp rooftop Grid-tie Solar Photovoltaic (PV) system for a LEED certified Rona (Réno Dépôt) building in Vaudreuil-Dorion Quebec.

Matrix Energy Inc. Named Premier Distributor for OutBack Power

Mon, 07 NOv 2011 16:53:00 +0000

OutBack Power Technologies, Inc. has named Matrix Energy Inc. as a member of their exclusive Premier Distributor Program. OutBack’s Premier Distributors earn their status based upon showing their commitment to the solar industry and to the OutBack product line. Additional criteria for Premier Distributors include such criteria as their breadth of product offering, their wide geographic sales coverage, their significant stock of products and their commitment to employee training on OutBack products to allow them to provide excellent customer support.

Solar Thermal Systems growth continues in 2010

Thu, 04 Oct 2011 10:15:00 +0000

A recent survey of the Canadian Solar Thermal Industry commissioned by Natural resources Canada shows continued industry growth in 2010. Total combined domestic 2010 revenue for Canadian manufacturers of solar thermal systems reached $29.2million, an increase of 37% over the $21.3 million reported in 2009. Total (domestic plus export) collector sales in 2010 were 252,146 m², the first time that the 200,000 m² figure has been exceeded. It is now estimated that 1,033,864 m² of solar collectors are operating in Canada, the first time that this value has exceeded one million square meters. Factoring in export sales of another $8M and overall industry growth topped nearly 76% in 2010 over 2009. This is the eighth consecutive year that this survey has indicated that the total revenue earned by the Canadian solar thermal industry has grown over the previous year.

Matrix Energy expands its Sales Team in Ontario

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 16:45:00 +0000

Tricia Szameit comes to us with a strong background in business development, sales and marketing. Her beliefs that professional reputation is a key asset in the sales process and that true customer service should still exist in today’s business are the basis of her decision to join Matrix Energy.
Tricia has been working as a sales account manager for over 15 years with nearly two years’ experience in the renewable energy industry as Inside Sales Specialist and Dealer Support Technician for an Ontario distributor. You can feel confident that Tricia will be able to help you get the job done. Contact her today at 866-630-5630, ext. 7 or by email at tricia@matrixenergy.ca and find out how she can help you grow your business.

Enhanced Net Metering program for Nova Scotia

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 14:45:00 +0000

Nova Scotia, Canada —March 21, 2011 To provide our customers more options for the generation and consumption of renewable energy, Nova Scotia Power now offers an Enhanced Net Metering program. The program provides Nova Scotians with a risk-free way to meet their own energy needs from renewable sources while still having the security of being able to draw from the provincial power grid when needed.
How to apply http://www.nspower.ca/en/home/environment/renewableenergy/enhanced/apply/default.aspx

Domestic content requirements for microFIT projects

Thu, 9 Jun 2011 12:30:00 GMT

Ontario —June 9, 2011—As microFIT proponents were informed in February 2011, the OPA is offering to extend microFIT conditional offers by up to one year.

Matrix Energy will begin shipping the Enecsys™ micro-inverters starting in July 2011

Fri, 20 May 2011 12:30:00 +0000

Montreal QC – May 20, 2011—Matrix Energy is pleased to announce the launch of the Enecsys™ Micro-inverter to the Ontario market.
Enecsys was founded in 2003 to manufacture micro-inverters based on the patented technology developed at Cambridge University. With its corporate headquarters in the UK, the company also has offices in Germany and the United States.
The advantages of micro-inverters are well known. Energy harvest is improved particularly in shady conditions; they avoid the complications associated with string inverter array planning; they facilitate installation and provide both system and module level performance monitoring.
Despite these advantages micro-inverters typically suffer from higher cost, unreliable components and failure due to high temperatures. Enecsys™ has some key features that alleviate these issues to provide marketable benefits to the installer and end customers alike.

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Matrix Energy supplies MatrixAir™ Delta rooftop solar heating panels for Longueuil’s Bord de L’Eau multi-residential public housing complex

Wed, 20 Apr 2011 12:30:00 +0000

Montreal, QC - April 20, 2011-Matrix Energy, Inc., North America’s premier supplier of solar air heating systems announced today it is supplying its MatrixAir™ Delta rooftop solar air heating system to a major new LEED® Canada for Homes-certified public housing project, showcasing practical, energy-saving green technologies.
Matrix Energy’s innovative, modular panel system was chosen by the Longueuil public housing authority for its 180-unit Bord de L’Eau project. The MatrixAir™ Delta system harnesses the sun’s energy to cost-effectively pre-heat a ventilation system’s incoming fresh air during the heating season, up ten months of the year.
“Using MatrixAir Delta will significantly reduce our environmental footprint, dramatically cut heating costs over the life of these buildings, and provide a major boost to our objective of LEED® Canada for Homes certification,” said Sylvain Boily, general manager of the Longueuil public housing authority.
The MatrixAir™ Delta heating system is projected to deliver over 120 Mwh of solar heat annually for the life of the building, providing energy savings of 15,000 cubic metres of natural gas each year, reducing CO2 emissions by more than 11 Tonnes.
While evaluating the benefits of solar air heating, the Longueuil public housing authority recognized the value Matrix Energy could add to its project. "This system provides a cost competitive solution for the energy efficiency measures which are included as part of the project", said Boily.
The multi-residential housing complex is currently under construction on Montreal’s south shore. A LEED® Canada for Homes-certified building is designed and built in accordance with the rigorous guidelines of the LEED Canada for Homes green building certification program operated by the Canada Green Building Council.
"Matrix Energy’s roof-top solar air heating systems were conceived specifically for multi-residential or commercial buildings, and are also compatible with green roof systems,” said Brian Wilkinson of Matrix Energy.

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Ontario distribution facility now open

Tue, 15 Feb 2011 20:30:00 +0000

Montreal QC – February 15, 2011—An order to support increasing demand for FIT compliant Solar PV equipment, Matrix Energy recently opened a new warehousing facility in Mississauga Ontario. As a full service wholesale distributor of renewable energy equipment, the company provides professionals, building owners, developers, contractors, dealers and installers with engineered system design, product supply, logistics, training and superior technical support.
Matrix Energy is now stocking FIT compliant Heliene crystalline solar modules, Power-One string inverters, Iron Ridge flush mounting hardware, and BOS components in Mississauga, Ontario. From its office and warehouse in Montreal the company continues to stock non-FIT compliant solar modules, inverters, controllers, wind turbines and other equipment for both grid connected and off-grid solar and wind energy systems from manufacturers including Solarworld, Kyocera, Southwest Windpower, Outback, Xantrex and Morningstar.
About Matrix Energy Inc:

Matrix Energy (www.matrixenergy.ca) works with its Dealers, building professionals, designers, architects and engineers to design, specify, and supply different products for the sustainable use of energy. Matrix provides solar integrated electric systems for new and existing buildings to help reduce total dependency on conventional energy sources. Matrix is committed to delivering high quality products and services to suit client needs while making solid contributions to reducing Greenhouse Gas emissions. All applications are environmentally friendly and energy efficient.
Press Contact:
Matrix Energy Inc
Toll free: 1 866 630-5630
Tel: (514) 630-5630
Fax: (514) 426-9123