FABconstruction – Stream 2 : Support for productivity enhancement

• Funding covering 50% of the support costs, up to a maximum refundable amount of $25,000.

• The applicant must operate in the modular, prefabricated, or off-site construction sector in Quebec.
• The applicant company must demonstrate a commitment to improving productivity through technological advancement, digitization, automation, or sustainable practices.
• The project should aim to integrate advanced approaches or technologies, such as BIM, DFMA, or industrial automation, in construction processes.
• Participation is limited to a specific number of companies per stream (Volet 1: 25 companies; Volet 2: 18 companies).

Who is eligible?

• Companies in the modular construction sector
• Businesses in the prefabricated construction industry
• Firms involved in off-site construction in Quebec

Eligible expenses

• Consulting and accompaniment fees related to the implementation of productivity-enhancing recommendations.
• Costs for adapting operational processes.
• Expenses associated with identifying and integrating new technologies.
• Preliminary design costs for new production processes.
• Training and support services for the implementation of new tools and technologies.

Eligible geographic areas

• Quebec

• This initiative is described as a pilot project with a limited number of places available for participating companies.
• The program includes partnerships with sectoral organizations and is financially supported by the Government of Quebec as part of a digital transformation initiative.
• Expertise from multiple specialized centers, including industrial engineering and sustainable finishing processes, is leveraged to support participants.
• Both individual accompaniment and group webinars are offered as part of the program experience.