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³ÉÈËVRÊÓƵ has mandated Les Entreprises N.R. Brosseau inc. to carry out Project 20-081, which involves the renovation of laboratory room 3053 in the M.H. Wong Building (FLJE/JELF – Ouzilleau). The project aims to adapt the existing laboratory space to support advanced research activities related to high-temperature pyrometallurgical processing of materials.

The renovation will provide the specialized infrastructure required to safely accommodate new high-temperature research equipment, including upgrades to power, cooling, ventilation, gas services, and structural capacity. Once completed, the laboratory will expand ³ÉÈËVRÊÓƵ’s capacity for cutting-edge research in high-temperature pyrometallurgical processing.

Key information

• Location: M.H. Wong Building – Room 3053
• Construction start date: February 2026
• Planned completion: Summer 2026
• Work schedule: Monday to Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Work outside of building hours will be coordinated in advance.)
• Project Manager: diana.kazarashvili [at] mcgill.ca (Diana Kazarashvili)
• Assistant Project Manager: michael.ajaltouny [at] mcgill.ca (Michael Ajaltouny)
• Contact for building users: leela.baldeo [at] mcgill.ca (Leela Baldeo)

Scope of work

Architecture

• Relocation of an existing lab bench and wall storage cabinets.
• Installation of new anchors for gas cylinders.
• Wall and floor repairs following modifications.

Structure

• Structural reinforcement of the slab to support equipment weight.

Mechanical

• Connections to the existing chilled water network.
• Connections to the existing compressed air network.
• Installation of ventilation exhaust.
• Balancing of the chilled water network.
• Balancing of lab air supply and exhaust.

Electrical

• Modifications to an existing electrical raceway.
• Installation of new electrical elements (outlets, safety switch, circuit breakers, etc.).

Impact on occupants

• Some work may generate noise and vibration; disruptive activities will be coordinated in advance with building users.
• Certain phases of the work may require temporary service shutdowns (e.g., electrical or ventilation systems).
• Building occupants will be informed in advance of any planned service interruptions.

Safety measures

All work will be carried out in accordance with ³ÉÈËVRÊÓƵ safety requirements and applicable regulations.

• Appropriate safety controls will be implemented to protect occupants, workers, and research activities in adjacent areas.
• Construction zones will be clearly identified and secured for the duration of the work.