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Source verified May 1, 2026
NRC — Wheel bearing and brake testing facility
Railway component testing facility
Funding available
Varies by project
Deadline
Open continuously
Location
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Overview
This NRC facility provides wheel bearing and brake testing for rail running gear components. It helps railway companies and manufacturers evaluate performance, reduce wear and lower maintenance costs under realistic operating conditions.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Conduct research and development activities
Eligible Funding
- Varies by project
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Ottawa
- Ontario
Legal structures
- For-profit business
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- All groups
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Testing of railway wheel bearing and brake components.
- Analysis of wear, failure modes, and overheating issues.
- Customized testing under simulated operating conditions.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Railway companies.
- Rail vehicle component manufacturers.
- Organizations developing or testing rail running gear systems.
Eligible geographic areas
- Ottawa, Ontario
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the NRC — Wheel bearing and brake testing facility Program
What is the NRC — Wheel bearing and brake testing facility?
This NRC facility provides wheel bearing and brake testing for rail running gear components. It helps railway companies and manufacturers evaluate performance, reduce wear and lower maintenance costs under realistic operating conditions.
What expenses are eligible under NRC — Wheel bearing and brake testing facility?
Testing of railway wheel bearing and brake components.
Analysis of wear, failure modes, and overheating issues.
Customized testing under simulated operating conditions.
Who can I contact for more information about the NRC — Wheel bearing and brake testing facility?
You can contact National Research Council Canada (NRC) by email at David.Fraser@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca or by phone at 613-991-9972.
Where is the NRC — Wheel bearing and brake testing facility available?
The NRC — Wheel bearing and brake testing facility program is available the province of Ontario.
Is the NRC — Wheel bearing and brake testing facility a grant, loan, or tax credit?
NRC — Wheel bearing and brake testing facility is a Researchers And Facilities
Who are the financial supporters of the NRC — Wheel bearing and brake testing facility?
NRC — Wheel bearing and brake testing facility is funded by National Research Council Canada (NRC)