NRC — Civil infrastructure and related structures testing facilities
At a glance
- No Condition
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- All industries
- National Research Council Canada
- Government of Canada
Overview
Eligibility criteria
Who is eligible
Eligible types of companies for this grant include:
- Construction companies
- Infrastructure management firms
- Utility service providers
Eligible expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant. The grant covers costs related to testing, evaluation, prediction, design, rehabilitation, and management of buried utilities and concrete structures. Eligible expenses include:
- Materials for testing
- Equipment for measurement and evaluation
- Technologies for impact testing
- Remediation options for damaged infrastructure
Evaluation & selection criteria
There are evaluation and selection criteria for this grant. The criteria include:
- Quality and feasibility of the proposed research project
- Alignment with the goals and objectives of the grant program
- Expected impact and potential for knowledge transfer
- Applicant qualifications and experience
- Budget justification and cost-effectiveness
How to apply
- Step 1: Contact the NRC facility for more information on the grant opportunity
- Step 2: Discuss your research or project proposal with the NRC representatives
- Step 3: Submit a formal grant application based on the guidelines provided by the NRC
- Step 4: Await approval or feedback on your grant application
- Step 5: If approved, proceed with the terms and conditions set by the NRC for the grant
Grant Summary
This National Research Council (NRC) facility offers integrated testing and life cycle performance evaluation for concrete infrastructure systems using excellent small- and full-scale testing facilities, sophisticated measurement tools and equipment to evaluate the performance prediction, design, rehabilitation, and management of buried utilities and concrete structures.
Detailed Explanation of the Grant
The National Research Council (NRC) provides a cutting-edge facility for comprehensive testing and evaluation of concrete infrastructure systems, focusing on performance assessment throughout their life cycle. This facility boasts state-of-the-art small- and full-scale testing capabilities, advanced measurement tools, and equipment to support the prediction, design, repair, and upkeep of underground utilities and concrete structures.
The NRC's testing facility allows for on-site experiments spanning multiple years, enabling in-depth assessments of concrete structures and utilities across Canada. Through large capacity testing and impact evaluations, the facility facilitates the exploration of new technologies and remediation strategies for damaged infrastructure, enhancing industry knowledge and fostering innovation in infrastructure management.
Collaborating with the NRC's testing facilities offers access to a wealth of expertise, a broad network of industry and academic professionals, and top-tier infrastructure for tackling infrastructure challenges. By leveraging these resources, stakeholders can gain insights into the life cycle and performance of critical infrastructure, optimize product longevity, anticipate maintenance needs, and determine the most effective approaches and materials for infrastructure maintenance and rehabilitation.
