Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Emulsions for the manufacture of water-resistant gypsum wallboard
Agreement Number:
1032450
Agreement Value:
$85,570.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 1, 2025 - Mar 15, 2027
Description:
The gypsum industry uses polysiloxanes or paraffin wax to impart water resistance to their products. These additives are highly effective in providing water-resistance but have limitations. For example, polysiloxanes are subject to regulatory pressures. Conversely, paraffin wax dispersions suffer from relatively high cost as they are manufactured and transported at relatively low solids content. We propose a disruptive alternative to these traditional manufacturing methods by producing an on-site, on-demand paraffin wax emulsion for the manufacture of water-resistant gypsum wallboard.
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:
Niagara Falls, Ontario, CA L2E 6S4
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q2-1032450
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
103906277
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
Walker Emulsions
Recipient's Legal Name:
Walker Emulsions Limited
Federal Riding Name:
Niagara Centre
Federal Riding Number:
35066
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:
3259