NRC — Hygrothermal performance of buildings testing facilities
Highlights
Hello,
We understand that ensuring your building products are top-notch is crucial for your business. That's why this program is perfect for you. With access to state-of-the-art testing facilities in Ottawa, you can evaluate your energy-efficient and cost-effective building systems in realistic settings. This means you can confidently assess how your products perform under various conditions, both indoors and outdoors, without any guesswork.
Here's what's in it for you:
- Comprehensive Testing: Evaluate your products in full-scale wall and window chambers, a test house, and specialized roofing and concrete labs.
- Expert Insights: Gain valuable insights from experts who can help you customize testing to meet your specific needs.
- Market Readiness: Ensure your products meet industry standards and certifications, giving you a competitive edge in the market.
Applying to this program is a smart move. It's a fee-for-service, but the investment ensures your products are ready to meet performance standards and successfully penetrate the market. Plus, qualifying is straightforward, making it easier for you to take advantage of these world-class facilities. Let's make sure your products stand out and succeed!
Financing Details
Fee-for-Service: This program operates on a fee-for-service basis, meaning you pay directly for the use of testing facilities and services provided.
Eligible Expenses: The fees you pay can cover a range of services including the use of full-scale wall and window chambers, a fully instrumented test house, roofing facilities, and specialized concrete laboratories. These facilities allow for the simulation of real-world environmental conditions to test building systems and technical solutions.
Use of Funds: The funds you provide cannot be used towards the purchase of equipment or materials for construction. They are strictly for accessing the testing services offered by the facility.
Fees Associated with the Program: There are specific fees for different types of tests and facility usage. It's important to inquire directly for detailed pricing based on your specific testing needs and the duration of facility use. No additional fees beyond those for the testing services are mentioned.
Qualifications
- Business must be involved in the development or manufacturing of building systems or technical solutions.
- Business should be interested in evaluating energy-efficient and cost-effective building systems.
- Business must be able to utilize testing facilities for performance evaluation in realistic indoor and outdoor environments.
- Business should be seeking industry certification and labeling for market penetration.
- Business must be able to engage in a fee-for-service arrangement for testing services.
- Business operations or interests should align with the capabilities offered at the NRC's Ottawa Campus facilities.
Description
Your business can benefit from specialized testing facilities designed to evaluate energy-efficient and cost-effective building systems. Located in Ottawa, these facilities offer a range of testing environments that mimic real-world conditions. This means you can see how your products perform in both indoor and outdoor settings without the guesswork.
The facilities include full-scale wall and window chambers, a test house, roofing facilities, and concrete labs. You can test your products' thermal resistance, or "R-value," and see how they hold up against high winds. This is crucial for ensuring your products meet industry standards and are ready for the market.
By using these facilities, you gain access to expert insights and customizable testing options. This helps you ensure your products are not only efficient but also meet the necessary certification and labeling standards. It's a smart move to make your products stand out in the competitive construction and building industries.
Program Steps
Prepare Your Documentation
Gather the necessary documents for your application. You will need:- Business registration details
- Product specifications
- Previous testing results (if applicable)
- Any relevant certifications or standards your products meet
Contact the NRC Testing Facilities
Reach out to the National Research Council to express your interest in their testing services.Discuss Your Testing Needs
Schedule a consultation to discuss your specific testing requirements and how the facilities can meet them.Complete the Application Form
Fill out the application form provided by the NRC. Ensure all information is accurate and complete.Submit Your Application
Send your completed application along with the required documentation to the NRC.Await Confirmation
Wait for a confirmation from the NRC regarding the acceptance of your application and the next steps.Schedule Your Testing
Once accepted, work with the NRC to schedule your testing sessions based on your needs.Conduct Testing
Participate in the testing process, ensuring all necessary protocols are followed.Receive Results and Insights
After testing, review the results and insights provided by the NRC experts to understand your product's performance.Implement Feedback
Use the feedback and results to make any necessary improvements to your products before market launch.
