Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Hardware Platform Cost Reduction
Agreement Number:
1027277
Agreement Value:
$148,437.00
Agreement Date:
Jan 1, 2025 - Aug 31, 2025
Description:
This project aims to significantly reduce the manufacturing cost of our advanced rumen bolus technology by redesigning its electronic components and selecting cost-effective alternatives. Additionally, we will optimize the bolus design for scalable production, enabling economies of scale and greater efficiency in larger orders. These improvements will enhance the affordability and accessibility of our solution, helping dairy and livestock farmers adopt cutting-edge health and productivity monitoring tools while ensuring sustainable growth for our business.
Organization:
National Research Council Canada
Expected Results:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Location:
Markham, Ontario, CA L3R 9Z7
Reference Number:
172-2024-2025-Q4-1027277
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
785299116
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Additional Information:
This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The end date of this agreements has been modified by 60 days.
Amendment Date
Sep 5, 2025
Recipient's Operating Name:
Cattle Scan
Recipient's Legal Name:
Silk Way Services Inc.
Federal Riding Name:
Markham--Thornhill
Federal Riding Number:
35055
Program:
Industrial Research Assistance Program – Contributions to Firms
Program Purpose:
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Coverage:
IRAP Contributions to Firms projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation.
NAICS Code:
511211
Amendments: