We were approached by Nadalin Gunn & Associates, the lead mechanical coordinator for medical cannabis producer Weed MD, to help with their new five-acre solar greenhouse transformation project. Our responsibility was to provide the fabric duct system that would supply conditioned air to the facility’s production spaces.
Challenges
The Weed MD site is unique compared to other cannabis production facilities because it utilizes sunlight for production. Additionally, the site required a low-weight solution due to the existing loading on the roof structure. For Health Canada certification, components in the production rooms needed to prevent mold and bacteria growth and be cleanable. The short construction cycle also necessitated a solution that could be manufactured quickly.
The Solution
Together with Nadalin Gunn & Associates, we conducted a site visit to the existing greenhouse before construction began to understand the unique requirements. Through consultation with various stakeholders, we developed the Prihoda Fabric Duct solution, which provided the following benefits:
- 10,300 linear feet of fabric duct supplying over 780,000 CFM of cooled conditioned air
- 2-month fabrication and delivery to the site
- 90% less weight than traditional round metal duct
- Stainless steel support cables
- Self-drying permeable fabric along the entire length to prevent condensation buildup
- Machine washable fabric
Our Approach
Our team worked closely with Nadalin Gunn & Associates and other stakeholders to design a system tailored to the specific needs of the Weed MD facility. By conducting a thorough site visit and engaging in detailed consultations, we ensured our solution met all health and structural requirements while adhering to the tight construction timeline.
Conclusion
The successful implementation of the Prihoda Fabric Duct system for Weed MD’s solar greenhouse demonstrates our commitment to providing innovative and effective solutions. Our collaboration with Nadalin Gunn & Associates ensured the project’s unique challenges were met, resulting in a highly efficient and compliant production environment.
