NRC — Steel Wave Flume - Research Facility
Highlights
This program is a fantastic opportunity for your business. It offers world-class, customizable testing facilities and the broad knowledge and experience of in-house research staff. These resources can help you assess and optimize the performance of your infrastructure projects, marine vehicles, and marine operations.
What You Get:
- Access to a 64 m steel wave flume for medium-scale, two-dimensional studies.
- Comprehensive wave synthesis and generation software.
- Sophisticated active wave absorption system to suppress reflected waves.
- High-efficiency passive wave absorbers.
- Re-circulation system for generating currents.
- Full range of instrumentation systems for detailed measurements.
- Digital video recording system for visual observation.
Why Apply:
- Improve performance and increase safety of your projects.
- Reduce lifecycle costs through optimized designs.
- Easy qualification process tailored to your business needs.
By participating in this program, you gain a competitive edge with advanced testing capabilities and expert support, ensuring your projects meet the highest standards.
Financing Details
Type of Financing: Grant
Repayment Terms:
- No repayment required.
- No interest rates apply.
Eligible Expenses:
- Research and development costs.
- Equipment and materials for project execution.
- Salaries for project staff.
- Travel expenses related to the project.
- Costs for testing and validation.
Ineligible Expenses:
- General operational costs not related to the project.
- Marketing and advertising expenses.
- Office supplies and administrative costs.
- Any expenses incurred before the grant approval date.
Fees:
- No application fees.
- No administrative fees.
Qualifications
- Must be a business involved in infrastructure project designs, marine vehicles, or marine operations.
- Must be interested in assessing performance in operational and extreme conditions.
- Must be looking to improve performance, increase safety, and reduce lifecycle costs.
Must be willing to collaborate with the National Research Council Canada (NRC).
Disqualifications:
- Businesses not involved in infrastructure, marine vehicles, or marine operations.
- Businesses not interested in performance assessment or optimization.
- Businesses unwilling to collaborate with the NRC.
Description
This program offers your business a chance to receive up to $1,000,000. You can use this money to buy new equipment or improve your workspace.
Eligible expenses include:
- Commercial kitchen appliances
- Manufacturing machinery
- Computers and IT infrastructure
- Renovating a retail space
For other costs like software or operational expenses, you can get up to $150,000.
The federal government guarantees 85% of the loan, giving you a significant safety net.
Flexible repayment options are available. You can choose a variable interest rate, a fixed one, or a combination of both.
You have up to 15 years to repay the loan, no matter what you spend it on. This program provides a great opportunity to grow your business with financial support and flexible terms.
Program Steps
Gather Required Documentation: Prepare the necessary documents for your application. These may include:
- Business plan
- Financial statements (e.g., income statement, balance sheet)
- Proof of business registration
- Details of the intended use of the facility
- Any previous research or project reports related to the application
Complete the Application Form: Fill out the application form provided by the National Research Council (NRC). Ensure all sections are completed accurately.
Submit the Application: Send your completed application form and all required documentation to the NRC. This can usually be done via email or through an online portal.
Follow Up: After submission, follow up with the NRC to confirm receipt of your application and to address any additional questions they may have.
Review and Approval: The NRC will review your application. Be prepared to provide additional information or clarification if requested.
Final Agreement: Upon approval, review and sign any agreements or contracts provided by the NRC. This will outline the terms and conditions of using the facility.
Schedule Facility Use: Coordinate with the NRC to schedule your use of the steel wave flume research facility. Ensure all logistical details are confirmed.
Prepare for Testing: Make any necessary preparations for your testing, including arranging transportation of materials and personnel to the facility.
Conduct Testing: Utilize the facility as per the agreed schedule, ensuring compliance with all safety and operational guidelines provided by the NRC.
Data Collection and Analysis: Collect and analyze the data from your testing. Utilize the NRC's instrumentation systems and support staff as needed.
Report Results: Prepare a report detailing the results of your testing. This may be required as part of your agreement with the NRC.
Provide Feedback: Offer feedback to the NRC on your experience using the facility. This helps improve future services and support.