Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

The Canada FIRST Joint Venture (a collaboration between HOK, Architecture49 and WSP), Pomerleau

• RFV2™ Fume Hoods
• NovaGuard™ Fume Hoods
• Optima™ Fume Hoods
• Hydrofluoric Acid Fume Hoods
• Perchloric Acid Fume Hoods
• Automatic Sash Operators ASO2 Plus
• Optima™ Benches (Custom & Standard)
• EdgeWave LED Task Lights
• Optima™ Adjustable Height Tables
• Welded Height Adjustable Tables
• Custom Double Sided Mobile Tables With Drawers On Both Sides
• Mobile Adjustable Height Welded Tables
• Overlay Casework
• Overhead Ceiling Service Panels
• Acid Cabinets
• Insulated Solvent Cabinets
• Pump Cabinets
• Stainless Steel Work Surfaces
• Cylinder Storage Racks
• Vented Cabinets

The National Research Council (NRC) Mississauga project involved the construction of a new addition, spanning a total area of 2,597 square meters (27,954 square feet). This state-of-the-art facility was developed to enhance the capabilities of the NRC in Mississauga, Canada.

Meeting NRC Quality Standards:The NRC has rigorous quality standards for its facilities to ensure they can support high-level scientific research. Achieving these standards required precise engineering, high-quality materials, and adherence to strict specifications.

Tight Schedule & Trade Coordination: Pomerleau, the general contractor, imposed a tight construction schedule, necessitating efficient coordination among various trades. Timely delivery was critical to meet the NRC’s occupancy turnover requirements.

Complexity of Specialized Installations: The facility required the installation of sophisticated laboratory equipment and systems, including Optima™ fume hoods with electronic hydraulic lift countertops and media grid ceiling support structures. This complexity demanded seamless integration and expert handling.

Collaborative Efforts: Mott and mottLAB played a crucial role in the successful completion of the NRC Mississauga project. Their collaboration with Pomerleau was instrumental in ensuring the project met its deadlines and quality benchmarks. Mott and mottLAB’s expertise in providing specialized laboratory equipment and systems was pivotal in meeting the NRC’s exacting standards.

Flexible Lab Design: A core feature of the project is its focus on flexible lab design. The lab spaces are strategically configured with modularity at the forefront, enabling easy horizontal expansion. Demountable walls provide the flexibility for seamless lab growth, while a custom-designed lab solution incorporates integrated wall systems and overhead service carriers, supporting plug-and-play reconfiguration of adaptable, mobile lab furniture such as Optima™ benches and various tables. Ceiling-mounted service panels allow for full reconfiguration of the lab layout without interrupting electrical or plumbing systems, ensuring the space can evolve alongside changing research requirements.

The NRC Mississauga project stands as a testament to successful collaboration and meticulous project management. Despite the challenges posed by stringent quality standards and tight schedules, the combined efforts of Pomerleau, Canada First, Mott, and mottLAB ensured the project was completed on time and to the highest standards. This project exemplifies the potential for excellence through teamwork and specialized expertise, setting a new benchmark for future scientific facility constructions.