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  • grant_single|noCondition
grant_single|deadlines
  • grant_single|openingDate November 14, 2019
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Researchers And Facilities
grant_single|eligibleIndustries
  • Manufacturing
  • Transportation and warehousing
  • Professional, scientific and technical services
  • Public administration
grant_single|grantors
  • National Research Council Canada (NRC)
  • Government of Canada
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grant_card_status|open

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Fee-for-service testing of rail vehicle strength and integrity, as well as load securement devices and lading containment.

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There are no specific projects or activities mentioned as eligible for this grant.
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$ 18,000

Strength testing for rail containers

$ 15,000

Testing the structural integrity of rail containers for compliance

$ 25,000

Testing rail freight containers for safety and compliance

$ 15,000

Performance testing for rail load securement devices

$ 22,000

Impact testing and certification of rail vehicle lading containment

$ 25,000

Certification of rail vehicle integrity

grant_single_labels|admissibility

The eligibility criteria for this grant are not explicitly mentioned in the provided information. To obtain information about the specific eligibility requirements for this grant related to rail vehicle impact testing, you may need to directly contact the Business Development Officer, Jason Pierosara, at the National Research Council of Canada. His contact details are provided as follows: Jason Pierosara Business Development Officer Telephone: 613-998-9378 Email: Jason.Pierosara@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca You can reach out to Jason Pierosara for detailed information on the eligibility criteria for the grant.

grant_eligibility_criteria|who_can_apply

- Companies involved in the rail transportation industry - Companies manufacturing rail vehicles or components - Companies developing specialized cargo systems for rail transportation - Companies focused on rail vehicle safety and performance testing

grant_eligibility_criteria|eligible_expenses

Eligible projects and activities for this grant involve testing and certification processes aimed at enhancing rail vehicle performance and safety. These projects ensure compliance with industry standards and improve the durability and reliability of rail transport technologies.
  • Impact testing and certification of rail vehicles to meet AAR standards.
  • Verification and improvement of rail vehicle design specifications through comprehensive testing.
  • Conducting rolling squeeze tests to assess rail vehicle performance under stress.
  • Testing the integrity and securement of military cargo systems on rail vehicles.
  • Certification and performance enhancements for intermodal container cars.
  • Assessment and improvement of automobile carriers.
  • Testing of tank containers (SRS) for durability and safety assurance.

grant_single_labels|criteria

- Certification by the Association of American Railroads (AAR) - Ability to conduct impact tests for various certification specifications - Verification of design specifications - Conducting rolling squeeze tests - Accreditation to certify rolling stock and prototypes - Testing load securement devices and lading containment systems

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- The facility is certified by the Association of American Railroads (AAR). - Tests are conducted at speeds up to 16 miles/hour (25 km/h) and deceleration forces of up to 4 g. - In addition to testing the strength of the rail vehicle, the facility also tests load securement devices and lading containment. - The facility offers testing for military cargo systems, intermodal container cars, automobile carriers, and tank containers (SRS).

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NRC — Rail vehicle impact ramp

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