NRC — Fire safety testing facility
Ottawa, ON, Canada
Fire safety testing in Ottawa
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- grant_single|openingDateNovember 14, 2019
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Researchers And Facilities
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- Construction
- Manufacturing
- Transportation and warehousing
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- Other services (except public administration)
- Public administration
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- Government of Canada
- National Research Council Canada (NRC)
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Fee-for-service testing for a wide range of needs to meet industry and association standards, or for conducting custom tests for research and development purposes.
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The National Research Council of Canada's fire safety testing facilities support a variety of projects and activities aimed at enhancing fire safety. Eligible activities include a wide range of fire-related research and testing initiatives.
- Characterization of fire performance of materials and structural systems
- Fire resistant research
- Development, enhancement, and testing of fire protection systems
- Fire detection and suppression systems
- Smoke management systems
- Ad hoc and standard testing in accordance with international fire test standards
- Fire modelling and fire risk assessment
- Studying human behavior in fire emergencies
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$150,000
Toronto
Developing advanced fire-resistant materials for urban construction projects
$275,000
Quebec City
Enhancement of fire detection systems for historic buildings
$200,000
Vancouver
Enhancing fire suppression systems for healthcare facilities
$300,000
Montreal
Assessing fire safety in high-rise residential buildings
$250,000
Calgary
Fire modeling and assessment for oil refinery operations
$350,000
Ottawa
Human behavior studies in fire emergencies for public transportation systems
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The National Research Council of Canada's fire safety testing facilities are established to support various industries in Canada. The targeted industries that can benefit from these facilities for testing and development projects are outlined below:
- Construction
- Defense and Security
- Forestry and Forest-based Industries
- Manufacturing and Processing
- Transportation
- Marine
- Aerospace
- Automotive
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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
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The National Research Council of Canada's fire safety testing facilities cater primarily to Canadian industries and sectors. While the facilities primarily target Canadian industry, the mention of international clients suggests eligibility might not be strictly limited to Canadian companies.
- Canada
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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.
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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.
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Additional information worth knowing by the grant applicant includes the benefits of working with the National Research Council of Canada.
- Tailoring testing array and facilities to meet specific needs.
- Access to on-site experts for planning, execution, and analysis support.
- Collaboration opportunities with key partners from academia, government, and industry.
- Comprehensive and customizable world-class testing facilities.
- Competitive fixed-rate pricing for standard testing with personalized pricing for custom programs.
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Christopher.Pezoulas@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca
613-993-9502
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National Research Council of Canada's Fire Safety Testing Facilities Grant
The National Research Council of Canada offers an advanced grant program aimed at supporting industry, government, and academia in fire safety research through its world-class testing facilities. These facilities enable comprehensive testing and research to improve fire safety, develop innovative fire protection systems, and mitigate fire risks across various sectors.
Comprehensive Overview of the Fire Safety Testing Facilities Grant Offered by the National Research Council of Canada
In a country like Canada, where innovation continuously fuels our economic and societal advancements, ensuring safety, particularly in fire safety, remains a critical priority. The National Research Council of Canada (NRC), through its Fire Safety Testing Facilities, offers an incredible grant opportunity that empowers industries, government bodies, and academic institutions. By utilizing these distinguished facilities, stakeholders are provided with an unprecedented chance to conduct comprehensive fire safety research, advance technologies for life-saving measures, and ultimately enhance the fire safety standards across a myriad of sectors.
The NRC's fire safety testing facilities have been pivotal in orienting or even reshaping the landscape of fire safety across several targeted industries including construction, transportation, marine, aerospace, and automotive. These sectors inherently present numerous fire risks, making the need for rigorous fire safety standards ever more pressing. With a concerted focus on innovation and advancement, the grant ensures that researchers and developers have access to state-of-the-art amenities that allow for unparalleled testing capabilities.
What sets the NRC's offering apart is the adaptability and customizability of its testing facilities. With the ability to meet both industry and association standards, these facilities can also accommodate custom tests tailored specifically for research and development purposes. This allows researchers not only to advance existing technologies but to explore uncharted territories within fire safety innovations. Whether the need is to test the fire resistance of structural systems, evaluate fire behavior, or develop cutting-edge fire protection systems, the NRC's facilities provide a conducive environment for robust experimental investigation and technological development.
Key among the robust suite of testing facilities are the column test furnace, wall test furnace, floor/ceiling test furnace, intermediate-scale test furnace, and others. These cater to specific testing needs with comprehensive capabilities such as measuring fire resistance under vertical and lateral loadings—a necessity for assessing real-world scenarios like earthquakes compounded by fire conditions. Moreover, the fire chemistry laboratory and the immersive technologies for human behavior in fire laboratory are instrumental in providing insights into material fire properties and human behavior during fire emergencies, respectively. This mix of facilities represents an integrated approach to fire safety, enabling thorough explorations that account for both material and human factors.
The NRC's grant does more than just offer facilities; it bridges collaborations among academia, government, and industry. This collaborative ethos does not just unify diverse expertise but also ensures that the resultant research or innovations have a comprehensive foundation, propelling Canada’s capabilities in fire safety research and development onto the global stage. From the collaboration during multi-stakeholder projects to the provision of on-site experts sharing their profound knowledge, the NRC stands as a critical nexus for fire safety innovation.
Competitive fixed-rate pricing for standard testing and individually tailored pricing for custom testing underscore the NRC's commitment to supporting a wide range of research endeavors. With a pronounced inclusivity, this pricing model enables both established corporations and emerging startups to partake in groundbreaking research irrespective of their economic scale.
The impact realized through the NRC’s fire safety grant resonates beyond mere testing. It embodies the commitment to saving lives, protecting property, and ushering in a new era of safer practices and constructions. By offering this grant, the NRC continues to play a pivotal role in nurturing an ecosystem where safety and innovation are intricately interwoven. As industries continue to evolve, grants like these ensure that safety remains paramount, safeguarding today's world while spearheading innovations for tomorrow's challenges.