NRC — Aluminium Technology Centre
Highlights
This program is designed for businesses in the aluminium transformation industry. It offers you access to cutting-edge research facilities and expert knowledge to improve your manufacturing processes. By participating, you can make your products lighter, more cost-effective, and environmentally friendly.
Why Apply?
- Access to Advanced Equipment: Utilize state-of-the-art tools like robotic welding cells, high-pressure die casting presses, and hydroforming technology.
- Expert Support: Collaborate with top scientists and engineers to solve your R&D challenges.
- Cost-Effective Solutions: Share project costs through consortia and collaborative research contracts.
What's in it for You?
- Enhanced Product Quality: Improve the mechanical strength and durability of your products.
- Innovative Techniques: Benefit from advanced welding, casting, and forming processes.
- Sustainability: Develop environmentally friendly products that meet industry standards.
Qualifying for this program is straightforward, making it an excellent opportunity to elevate your business with minimal hassle.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Eligible Expenses:
- Research and development costs
- Equipment and machinery purchases
- Facility upgrades and modifications
- Salaries for research staff
- Materials and supplies for project execution
Use of Funds:
- Funds can be used to enhance manufacturing processes
- Improve product performance
- Develop new technologies and innovations
Restrictions:
- Funds cannot be used for general operational expenses
- Marketing and sales activities
- Debt repayment
- Any non-project related expenses
Fees:
- No application fees
- No administration fees
Qualifications
- Must be in the aluminium transformation industry.
- Must be involved in manufacturing processes to create lighter, more cost-effective, and environmentally friendly products.
- Must be located in or able to collaborate with facilities in Saguenay, Quebec.
- Must require access to advanced scientific infrastructure and expertise in aluminium assembly, forming, and characterization.
- Must be interested in technologies such as adhesive assembly, welding techniques, semisolid casting, forming, and extrusion.
Must need capabilities for evaluating mechanical resistance, environmental sustainability, and metallurgical and chemical characterization.
Disqualifications:
- Businesses not involved in the aluminium transformation sector.
- Businesses not needing advanced scientific infrastructure or expertise in aluminium processes.
- Businesses unable to collaborate with facilities in Saguenay, Quebec.
Description
This program offers your business a unique opportunity to access advanced aluminium transformation technologies. You can benefit from cutting-edge scientific infrastructure and expertise in assembly process development and aluminium forming. This means you can improve your manufacturing processes, making your products lighter, more cost-effective, and environmentally friendly.
The program provides access to a large-scale laboratory equipped with state-of-the-art machinery. This includes robotic welding cells, a high-power fibre laser, and a 1000-ton forming press. These tools can help you produce high-quality, complex parts quickly and efficiently. Additionally, the program offers various welding techniques, adhesive assembly, and forming processes, ensuring you have the best methods at your disposal.
By participating, you can also take advantage of mechanical, metallurgical, and chemical characterization equipment. This allows you to test and ensure the durability and performance of your products. The program supports you in creating reliable and innovative aluminium products, which can give your business a competitive edge in the market.
Program Steps
Gather Required Documentation: Prepare the necessary documents to support your application. You will need:
- Business plan
- Financial statements
- Proof of business registration
- Details of intended use of program resources
- Any relevant technical or project plans
Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form provided by the program. Ensure all sections are completed accurately.
Submit the Application: Submit your completed application form and all required documentation to the designated program office or online portal.
Consult with Program Representatives: If you have any questions or need assistance, contact the program representatives for guidance. They can help clarify any requirements or steps.
Review and Follow Up: After submission, monitor the status of your application. Be prepared to provide additional information if requested by the program administrators.
Receive Approval and Next Steps: Upon approval, follow the instructions provided by the program for accessing and utilizing the resources or support offered.