Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Autonomous Drilling
Agreement Number:
1033332
Agreement Value:
$507,191.00
Agreement Date:
Jun 2, 2025 - Nov 12, 2027
Description:
Our objective is to transform underground drilling by developing a fully autonomous system that integrates intelligent rod handling with adaptive drilling control. Building on the RodBot technology platform and the RaisePro-48 ITH Drill, the system will automate the majority of operator-intensive tasks—including rod loading, positioning, and drilling optimization—while improving safety, precision, and overall operational efficiency in challenging underground environments.
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:
Collingwood, Ontario, CA L9Y 5A6
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q2-1033332
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
884394800
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
MEDATech Engineering
Recipient's Legal Name:
MEDATech Engineering Services Limited
Federal Riding Name:
Simcoe--Grey
Federal Riding Number:
35099
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:
333130