Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Ultra High Efficiency, High Power and High-Pressure Instrument Air Compressor & Vapour Recovery Unit for Remote Field Applications
Agreement Number:
1034036
Agreement Value:
$54,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 1, 2025 - Feb 28, 2026
Description:
The purpose of this project is to develop a high-powered, high-pressure, energy-efficient instrument air compressor and vapour recovery unit (VRU) designed for remote oil and gas field operations. The firm aims to design and develop a working prototype that balances performance with energy efficiency, addresses safety and environmental concerns, and meets the emerging needs of operators in the fracking industry.
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:
Calgary, Alberta, CA T2E 4C6
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q2-1034036
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
894872506
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Operating Name:
LCO Technologies
Recipient's Legal Name:
1036950 Alberta Ltd.
Federal Riding Name:
Calgary Confederation
Federal Riding Number:
48005
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:
417220