NRC — Fire safety testing facility
At a glance
- No Condition
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- Manufacturing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- National Research Council Canada
- Government of Canada
Overview
Eligibility criteria
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Who is eligible
Construction Defense and security Forestry and forest-based industries Manufacturing and processing Transportation Marine Aerospace Automotive
Eligible expenses
The grant covers eligible expenses related to fire safety research, including material fire behavior, fire resistance testing, development of fire protection systems, and fire risk assessment. Eligible expenses may include:
- Characterization of fire performance of materials
- Fire resistance research
- Development and testing of fire protection systems
- Fire modeling and fire risk assessment
- Human behavior in fire emergencies
- Testing in accordance with international fire test standards
Eligible projects & activities
characterization of fire performance of materials, structural systems and products fire resistant research technology development, enhancement and testing of fire protection systems; smoke management, fire detection and fire suppression systems ad hoc testing and standard testing in accordance with most international fire test standards fire modelling and fire risk assessment human behaviour in fire emergencies
Evaluation & selection criteria
Evaluation and selection criteria for this grant: - Relevant research proposal in the field of fire safety - Potential impact on advancing fire safety technologies and practices - Alignment with the objectives of the National Research Council of Canada - Feasibility and realistic timeline for completion - Collaboration potential with industry, government, and academia - Ability to utilize the fire safety testing facilities effectively - Innovation and potential for knowledge dissemination and application These are the general evaluation and selection criteria that might be considered for this grant opportunity.
How to apply
To apply for the grant from the National Research Council of Canada's fire safety testing facilities, you need to follow these steps: 1. Contact Chris Pezoulas, the Director of Business Development, at telephone number 613-993-9502 or via email at Christopher.Pezoulas@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca to inquire about the grant application process and requirements. 2. Provide the necessary information and documentation requested by the NRC to assess your eligibility for the grant. 3. Work with the NRC team to tailor the testing array and facilities to meet your specific needs. 4. Benefit from on-site experts who can support your research and testing requirements from planning through execution and analysis. 5. Collaborate with key partners from academia, government, and industry to support research and innovation. 6. Receive comprehensive and customizable testing facilities as well as testing and research expertise from the NRC.
Additional information
- The National Research Council of Canada's fire safety testing facilities are adaptable to a wide range of testing needs to meet industry and association standards. - The facilities offer characterization of fire performance of materials, structural systems, and products. - Research and development purposes include fire resistant research, technology development, and testing of fire protection systems. - Ad hoc testing and standard testing are conducted in accordance with most international fire test standards. - The facilities also cover fire modeling, fire risk assessment, and human behavior in fire emergencies.
Grant Summary
The National Research Council of Canada's (NRC) fire safety testing facilities offer comprehensive testing services to support Canadian industry in fire safety research, technology development, and testing of fire protection systems for various industries.
Grant Details
The NRC's fire safety testing facilities provide a wide range of services including material fire behavior characterization, fire resistance testing, technology development for fire protection systems, fire modeling, and human behavior in fire emergencies. With state-of-the-art testing equipment and expert staff, the NRC collaborates with industries such as construction, transportation, marine, aerospace, and automotive to advance fire safety technologies and reduce fire risks in Canada.
These facilities include specialized furnaces for column, wall, floor/ceiling, and intermediate-scale tests, as well as laboratories for fire chemistry and immersive technologies for human behavior studies. The NRC offers competitive pricing for standard and customized testing programs, making it an ideal partner for research and development projects in the targeted industries. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, the NRC's fire safety testing facilities play a crucial role in improving fire safety standards and technologies across various sectors.