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If your business is involved in infrastructure projects, marine operations, or any work with waterways, the High-Discharge Flume Research Facility is a fantastic opportunity for you. This facility allows you to test and refine your designs in a controlled environment, simulating real-life water conditions. You can build models of rivers, dams, and other structures to see how they perform under different scenarios. This means you can improve the performance and safety of your projects before they hit the real world.

What's in it for you? By using this facility, you gain access to world-class equipment and expert researchers at the National Research Council Canada. This collaboration helps you bridge the gap between innovation and commercialization, giving you a competitive edge. You'll receive accurate and reliable data that can help reduce lifecycle costs and enhance safety. It's a fee-for-service program, which means you pay for the specific tests you need, making it a flexible and cost-effective option.

Qualifying for this program is straightforward, and once approved, you can start testing your designs right away. This is a unique chance to ensure your projects are optimized for performance and safety, while also saving time and resources. If you're looking to stay ahead in your industry, this facility can be a valuable resource for your business.

Fee-for-Service: This program operates on a fee-for-service basis. Businesses pay directly for the use of the high-discharge flume facilities based on the specific services and resources they utilize. This model allows for flexibility and direct allocation of resources according to your project's needs.

Eligible Expenses: The fees you pay can cover various aspects of facility usage including time spent using the flume, access to specialized equipment, and support from the National Research Council's professional staff. This ensures that the funds are used directly towards enhancing your research and development efforts in hydraulic and environmental engineering.

Non-Eligible Expenses: The funds cannot be used for indirect costs such as travel, accommodation, or external consultancy fees. The focus is strictly on the costs associated with the direct use of the flume facilities.

Fees Associated with the Program: There are no hidden fees. You will be charged based on the agreed-upon rate for the use of the facility and the services provided during your project. This transparent pricing structure helps in planning and budgeting your project effectively.

• Business must be located in Canada.
• Business should be involved in industries related to infrastructure project designs, marine vehicles, or marine operations.
• Business must have a need to simulate open channel flows or study problems in rivers, canals, and other inland waterways.
• Business should be interested in testing and optimizing the performance of structures and vehicles in complex ocean, coastal, and river environments.
• Business must be able to engage in a fee-for-service arrangement with the National Research Council Canada.

Disqualifications:

• Businesses not located in Canada.
• Businesses not involved in relevant industries such as infrastructure, marine vehicles, or marine operations.
• Businesses without a need for simulating open channel flows or studying inland waterway problems.
• Businesses unable to engage in a fee-for-service agreement.

The High-Discharge Flume Research Facility is a unique opportunity for your business to test and refine your infrastructure projects. This facility in Ottawa, Ontario, allows you to simulate open channel flows in rivers, canals, and other waterways. By using this service, you can improve the performance and safety of your designs, while also reducing lifecycle costs.

The flume is a large, stainless steel structure that can be adjusted to simulate various water conditions. You can build models of rivers, dams, and other structures to see how they perform under different scenarios. This means you can test your designs in a controlled environment before implementing them in real life. The facility's advanced equipment and expert staff provide you with accurate and reliable data.

Working with the National Research Council Canada gives your business access to world-class testing facilities and experienced researchers. This collaboration offers a competitive edge, helping you bridge the gap between innovation and commercialization. Whether you're in construction, marine operations, or any sector dealing with waterway projects, this facility can be a valuable resource for your business.