NRC — Printable Electronics - Ottawa research facility
Highlights
This program is designed for businesses like yours that are looking to innovate and reduce manufacturing costs. By participating, you can access state-of-the-art equipment and expertise in materials, processes, and devices. This will help you stay ahead in the competitive market of printable electronics.
What You Get:
- Access to advanced printing technologies such as large-scale inkjet printing, sheet-to-sheet gravure, and flexographic and screen printing.
- Expert collaboration in developing energy harvesting devices, sensors, and wearable electronics.
- Validation and de-risking of new materials in your processes, ensuring reliability and performance.
Why Apply:
- Lower manufacturing costs and boost performance with cutting-edge technology.
- Flexible and low-cost electronics solutions for various applications, including thin-film transistors, solar cells, and sensors.
- Easy qualification process tailored for businesses ready to adopt emerging technologies.
By joining this program, you position your business as a leader in the printable electronics industry, ensuring long-term growth and innovation.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Eligible Expenses:
- Research and development costs
- Equipment purchases
- Materials and supplies
- Salaries and wages for project staff
- Travel expenses related to the project
- Consulting fees for project-related activities
Use of Funds:
- Funds cannot be used for general operational expenses unrelated to the project.
- Funds cannot be used for marketing or promotional activities.
- Funds cannot be used for debt repayment.
Fees:
- No application fees.
- No processing fees.
- No repayment required as it is a grant.
Qualifications
- Business must be located in Ottawa, Ontario.
- Must be involved in the printable electronics industry.
- Must be engaged in research and development of materials, device physics, and engineering.
- Must be working on energy harvesting devices, physical and chemical sensors, or printed radio frequency surfaces and antennas.
Must be using or planning to use large-scale inkjet printing, sheet-to-sheet gravure, flexographic and screen printing, or aerosol and solution processing.
Disqualifications:
- Businesses not located in Ottawa, Ontario.
- Businesses not involved in the printable electronics industry.
- Businesses not engaged in research and development of materials, device physics, and engineering.
- Businesses not working on energy harvesting devices, physical and chemical sensors, or printed radio frequency surfaces and antennas.
- Businesses not using or planning to use large-scale inkjet printing, sheet-to-sheet gravure, flexographic and screen printing, or aerosol and solution processing.
Description
This program offers your business a unique chance to access cutting-edge printable electronics technology. You can receive funding to develop and produce advanced electronic devices at a lower cost. This includes items like energy harvesting devices, sensors, and radio frequency antennas.
The money you receive can be used for various purposes. You can invest in materials, printing technology, and device integration. This will help you create flexible and low-cost electronics, such as thin-film transistors, solar cells, and transparent conductive films.
There are no payback conditions for this funding, making it a risk-free opportunity for your business. By participating, you can stay ahead of the competition and be an early adopter of emerging technologies. This program is designed to help you innovate and grow, ensuring your business remains competitive in the evolving market.
Program Steps
Gather Necessary Information: Understand the program's objectives and how it can benefit your business. Familiarize yourself with the application process and timeline.
Prepare Documentation: Collect the following documents:
- Business plan
- Financial statements (past 3 years)
- Tax returns (past 3 years)
- Proof of business registration
- Details of intended use of funds (e.g., quotes for equipment or project costs)
- Resumes of key management personnel
Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form provided on the program's website. Ensure all sections are completed accurately.
Submit the Application: Submit the completed application form along with the required documentation. This can usually be done online through the program's portal or via mail.
Follow Up: After submission, monitor your email and phone for any communication from the program administrators. They may request additional information or clarification.
Review and Approval: The program administrators will review your application. This process may involve an assessment of your business's financial health and the feasibility of your proposed project.
Receive Funding: If approved, you will receive the funding as outlined in the program's terms. Ensure you understand the disbursement process and any conditions attached to the funding.
Implement the Project: Use the funds as specified in your application. Keep detailed records of expenditures and progress.
Report Progress: Periodically report on the progress of your project as required by the program. This may include financial reports and project updates.
Complete Final Reporting: Once the project is complete, submit a final report detailing the outcomes and how the funds were used. This ensures compliance with the program's requirements.