Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Commercial Solar Shading Solutions
Founded in 1969, Mechoshade Systems has pioneered innovative solar shading solutions for commercial applications. Our commitment to quality and sustainability is reflected in our Cradle to Cradle certified products and LEED-certified solutions. We specialize in manual, motorized, and automated shade systems designed to optimize daylight control while reducing energy consumption. With over five decades of experience, our patented technologies address complex architectural challenges across healthcare, education, hospitality, and corporate sectors. Our products, backed by 25-year warranties, combine durability with environmental responsibility, contributing to healthier building ecosystems.We prioritize seamless integration with building management systems, ensuring precision control and occupant comfort. Our team collaborates with leading architects and designers to deliver tailored solutions that meet evolving industry standards. Sustainability remains central to our operations, from material sourcing to manufacturing processes. By continuously advancing our technology, we empower clients to achieve both functional and aesthetic goals. Mechoshade Systems remains a trusted partner for projects demanding excellence in solar control and sustainable design.
Services
Manual Shades
Motorized Shades
Automated Shades
Specialty Shades
Shadecloth Collections
Details
- Year established: 1969
Highlights and features
- Over 50 years of innovation in commercial solar shading
- Patented technology for superior daylight control
- Cradle to Cradle certified sustainable products
- 25-year limited warranty on select systems
- LEED-certified solutions for green building projects
Associations and certifications
- Cradle to Cradle Bronze
- LEED
- ETL Listed
Services
Manual Shades
Durable manual shade systems engineered for commercial applications, featuring patented clutch technology and ADA-compliant operation. Available in multi-band configurations up to 30' bays, these shades provide precise solar control while maintaining aesthetic design intent. Ideal for healthcare, education, and corporate environments requiring reliable daylight management.
Motorized Shades
High-performance motorized solutions with embedded battery or wired options, offering quiet operation and seamless integration with building management systems. Features include wireless controls, programmable presets, and compatibility with daylight sensors. Designed for large-scale installations in hospitality, healthcare, and corporate facilities seeking energy-efficient automation.
Automated Shades
Intelligent solar control systems utilizing proprietary algorithms to track sun patterns and adjust shading dynamically. Integrates with HVAC and lighting systems for optimized energy efficiency. Includes SolarTrac automation technology with ASHRAE models and radiometer sensors, reducing cooling costs while maintaining occupant comfort in commercial spaces.
Specialty Shades
Tailored shading systems for unique architectural requirements, including bottom-up, sloped, and curved configurations. Features multi-functional designs that combine light-filtering and blackout capabilities in single brackets. Engineered to address challenging geometries while maintaining performance standards for commercial environments.
Shadecloth Collections
Extensive range of performance-driven fabrics with varying openness factors, including Cradle to Cradle certified options. Provides UV protection, glare reduction, and thermal management while preserving exterior views. Available in acoustically optimized and blackout variants to meet LEED certification requirements for commercial interiors.
Questions
What types of commercial buildings benefit most from MechoShade systems?
Our solutions serve healthcare facilities, educational institutions, corporate offices, and hospitality venues requiring precise daylight control and energy efficiency.
Do MechoShade products contribute to LEED certification?
Yes, our Cradle to Cradle certified systems and environmental product declarations help achieve LEED and WELL building certification points.
Can existing manual shades be upgraded to motorized operation?
Certain systems like Mechoshade Systems/7 allow field upgrades to motorized controls without replacing fabric bands or hardware components.
What warranty coverage applies to MechoShade products?
We offer 25-year limited warranties on hardware for select systems, with motors covered under 10-year warranties including parts replacement.
How do automated shading systems improve energy efficiency?
SolarTrac automation reduces cooling loads by 30-40% through dynamic solar control, integrating with HVAC systems for optimized building performance.
