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Title:

NIR Equipped Smart Bin Systems to detect plastics contamination in real time

Agreement Number:

1033935

Agreement Value:

$250,000.00

Agreement Date:

Jul 16, 2025 - May 31, 2026

Description:

This project involves the development and deployment of AI-enhanced smart bins equipped with near-infrared (NIR) sensors to detect plastic contamination in organic waste. The system will integrate with a proprietary ERP and fleet software platform to enable real-time alerts, automated reporting, and improved waste diversion. The technology will be validated at 10 pilot sites, The project supports cleaner organics, reduced landfill use, and helps customers avoid contamination penalties.

Organization:

National Research Council Canada

Expected Results:

The expected results and outcomes of NRC Industrial Research Assistance Program is focused on growing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through innovation and wealth creation for Canada.

Location:

Richmond, British Columbia, CA V6V 1L6

Reference Number:

172-2025-2026-Q2-1033935

Agreement Type:

Contribution

Report Type:

Grants and Contributions

Recipient Business Number:

833969041

Recipient Type:

For-profit organization

Additional Information:

This agreement has been amended 1 time(s). The total amended value is 50,000 dollars.

Amendment Date

Feb 3, 2026

Recipient's Legal Name:

SF Disposal Queen Ltd

Federal Riding Name:

Steveston--Richmond East

Federal Riding Number:

59031

Program:

Industrial Research Assistance Program

Program Purpose:

The purpose of Industrial Research Assistance Program Contributions to Firms is to provide support that assists small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to advance their innovation knowledge and ability to innovate, grow through innovation and stimulate wealth creation for Canada.

Coverage:

Industrial Research Assistance Program projects stimulate wealth creation for Canada through technological innovation and strengthen Canadian innovation ecosystem by creating new industrial capacity.

NAICS Code:

5621

Amendments:

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