Visit NRC’s Advanced Powder Technology Laboratories – Boucherville, Québec
As part of the WorldPM2026 / AMPM2026 Congress, the National Research Council Canada (NRC) invites you to an exclusive visit of its state‑of‑the‑art laboratories in Boucherville, located on the south shore of Montreal.
This guided tour will showcase NRC’s leadership in powder and sustainable manufacturing technologies through three key themes:
Cutting‑Edge Powder Modi
fication and Preparation for Additive Manufacturing
Learn how NRC develops and optimizes metallic powders and advanced forming processes to enhance performance, durability, and efficiency in additive manufacturing. The visit will showcase powder tailoring technologies and additive processes such as laser powder bed fusion, binder jetting, and cold or thermal spray deposition — enabling high‑performance coatings and components for aerospace and other demanding applications. NRC’s integrated approach combines materials engineering and process innovation to accelerate the adoption of next‑generation manufacturing solutions.
Advances in Critical Materials Processing and Energy Storage Solutions
Explore NRC’s research on processing and recycling critical and strategic materials that enable clean energy technologies and next‑generation batteries. Discover how innovative powder metallurgy and materials transformation approaches are supporting Canada’s transition toward a low‑carbon economy.
Innovative Diagnostics and Processing Techniques for Non‑Metallic Materials
See how NRC applies advanced characterization, spectroscopic sensing, and digital modelling to improve understanding and optimization of materials and processes. Participants will discover analytical and sensing technologies that support cleaner, more efficient manufacturing, as well as innovations in high‑performance composite processing that combine lightness, efficiency, and high production rates for automotive and transportation industries. These capabilities demonstrate NRC’s commitment to advancing sustainable materials and intelligent production systems.
Date of Visit: Monday, June 29, 2026, from 1:30 p.m.
Location: NRC Boucherville Laboratories (75 de Mortagne Blvd., Boucherville, Québec)
Capacity: Limited to 55 participants
Transportation will be provided by a shuttle departing from Montreal’s Palais des congrès at 1:30 p.m. Please note that space is limited and registration is required in advance.
Don’t miss this unique opportunity to experience Canada’s cutting‑edge research in powder technologies and advanced manufacturing, and to meet NRC experts who are shaping the future of materials innovation.
Registration Deadline: May 29, 2026
Registration Link: NRC Boucherville Industrial Tour Registration Form – Fill out form