Grants and Contributions:
Title:
Electrans Technologies Ltd. Auto Connect™ Generation 3 Design
Agreement Number:
1034618
Agreement Value:
$100,000.00
Agreement Date:
Jul 1, 2025 - Mar 31, 2026
Description:
ETL has deployed pilot testing with our first generation Auto Connect™ performing productive moves since November of 2023. Design improvement based on the first round of testing results (damages, deficiencies, etc.) were implemented and deployed with our 2nd generation design in June of 2024. Various areas of improvement were identified and will be implemented in the Gen 3 design update. Additionally, the team is working on developing cutting edge Ethernet connectivity interface, and making R&D efforts for IoT connectivity to gather data and provide support for the field. Overall, Gen 3 will allow us to implement new design and safety features to make the Auto Connect™ more robust, reliable and safe.
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:
Oakville, Ontario, CA L6J 3Z3
Reference Number:
172-2025-2026-Q2-1034618
Agreement Type:
Contribution
Report Type:
Grants and Contributions
Recipient Business Number:
720594696
Recipient Type:
For-profit organization
Recipient's Legal Name:
Electrans Technologies Ltd.
Federal Riding Name:
Oakville
Federal Riding Number:
35072
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:
336320