NRC — Rail vehicle impact ramp
At a glance
- No Condition
- Open Date : November 14, 2019
- Professional, scientific and technical services
- National Research Council Canada
- Government of Canada
Overview
Eligibility criteria
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.
Who is eligible
- 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
Eligible expenses
There are eligible expenses for this grant.
- Testing expenses for rail vehicles, containers, and cargo systems
- Costs associated with impact tests and certification
- Improvement and performance-related expenses
Evaluation & selection 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
How to apply
- Step 1: Review the grant eligibility criteria and requirements
- Content: Understand the specific eligibility criteria and requirements set out by the grant program
- Implications: Determine if your project or organization aligns with the grant's focus areas and if you meet the necessary qualifications
- Step 2: Prepare and submit your application
- Content: Complete the application form and gather all required documentation
- Implications: Ensure that your application is comprehensive, addresses all criteria, and includes any supporting materials requested
- Step 3: Await the review process
- Content: Wait for the review panel or grant administrators to assess your application
- Implications: Be patient during the evaluation period and be prepared to provide additional information if requested
- Step 4: Receive notification of the grant decision
- Content: Learn about the outcome of your grant application
- Implications: If successful, follow the instructions for accepting the grant and any reporting requirements; if unsuccessful, consider seeking feedback for future applications
Additional information
- 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).