Grant: CCI Applied Research and Development Grants

Energy conservation and sustainable practices are becoming increasingly important in today's world, with the global community actively working to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and mitigate climate change. Optimizing energy efficiency in buildings and industrial processes is crucial in this effort, with heat-loss calculations playing a key role in identifying areas where energy is wasted. IndustrialWebApps (IWA), located in Sarnia, Ontario, provides value-added Software as a Service through their proprietary auditing software, iMAP. The software records auditor findings in the field and prioritizes repairs, upgrades based on priority codes, recommends how to approach repairs, and helps track a facility’s insulation systems, equipment, and piping condition over its life cycle. Solutions can be implemented to save resources, extend the life of equipment, and reduce carbon footprints. In partnership with Lambton College, IWA is seeking to develop a proof-of-concept for an innovative way to integrate a comprehensive heat-loss calculator into their iMAP software. The objective is to develop a modernized heat-loss calculator, integrating scientific algorithms that meet industry standards for determining energy/heat-loss and GHG emissions. The goal is to leverage advanced data collection methods to create a tool that offers features such as: user-friendly interface, versatility, security, accuracy, predictive maintenance, reporting and recommendations, seamless integration, and continuous compliance monitoring. Successful implementation of the heat-loss calculator tool into the iMAP software will place IWA at the forefront of the industry. This innovation will spawn new Intellectual Property (IP) and create 10 full-time jobs. A revenue of $2.3 million annually is expected from an already-established partnerships. IWA will have the chance to open exports in Norway, Sweden, Finland, Denmark, Japan, Indonesia, and Taiwan, with cost savings at around $35,000/year for each audit company. IWA’s incorporation of the tool will increase sales and significantly reduce carbon footprint. Canada will benefit from increased IP and skilled technological knowledge, creating over four full-time jobs. Heavy emitters in the petrochemical, oil, gas, and manufacturing sectors will lower GHG emissions, helping Canada’s net zero goals. Canada will be positioned as a leader in clean energy, fostering economic growth and global competitiveness.