Case Studies

The National Research Council of Canada (NRC) is the federal government's main research and development agency, with a mandate to help industry develop and adopt new manufacturing technologies. Its Integrated Manufacturing facility in London, Ontario was the first building to bring companies, governments and universities together in one place to support the automotive and automation sectors. The 75,000 sq ft facility includes a collaborative workspace, four flexible labs, two vehicle bays and a high crane bay. Abbott worked with the consulting team to deliver the project to completion. The facility now hosts potential industry partners and research funders, and gives engineering students and researchers a hands-on place to work.