Hifi Engineering
Grant in 2020
HiFi Engineering Inc. specializes in the development of advanced fiber optic sensing systems, hardware, and visualization software designed for downhole and pipeline applications. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Calgary, Canada, the company offers a range of products, including its HDS MiCro tool for downhole flow monitoring and the HDS MaCro system for permanent pipeline and reservoir monitoring. HiFi Engineering’s systems are tailored for oil and gas service companies in North America, focusing on critical applications such as reservoir monitoring, well integrity assessment, and leak detection. The company’s technology is supported by over 33 patents, showcasing its commitment to innovation in the field. With a team of experienced electrical and software engineers, HiFi Engineering emphasizes the delivery of high-quality data through its cutting-edge sensing technology and software platforms.
waterStrider Treatment
Grant in 2017
waterStrider treatment removes oil, sulphide, bacteria, metals, and suspended solids from frac water, making it reusable for a fraction of the price of current fresh water use at fracking sites. In doing so, the environmental impact and costs associated with fracking are dramatically reduced.
Calscan Solutions
Grant in 2017
Calscan Solutions is an instrumentation and control company that manufactures downhole and sub-surface pressure recorders, flow computers, solar powered separator controls, and cyclone separators.
The company was founded in 1995 and is headquartered in Medellin, Antioquia.
Agar Corporation
Grant in 2017
Agar Corporation is a leading pioneer of non-nuclear, versatile, multi-phase flow meters used to optimize oil well testing and production. Agar provides innovative solutions for applications such as: heavy oil well testing, waste water treatment, automatic tank dewatering, desalters and gas liquid foam control.
Acceleware is a Calgary-based technology company serving the oil and gas industry with two main lines of business: RF heating technology for heavy oil and oil sands production, and seismic imaging software. Its RF XL is a low-cost, low-carbon thermal recovery method that uses no water or solvent, has a small footprint, and is redeployable across sites to help reduce emissions and enable cleaner production; it is being piloted with industry partners. The seismic imaging unit provides high-fidelity software for imaging complex geology, including AxFDTD, AxHeat, AxRTM, AxWAVE, and AxFWI, which model electromagnetic absorption, simulate heating, accelerate migration, and generate subsurface velocity models. The company also offers software-related consulting and training services and pursues partnerships to broaden environmental and economic benefits of its technologies. Acceleware was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Calgary, Canada.
Founded in 2013, Illusense specializes in developing machine vision technology for internal oil and gas pipeline inspection. Utilizing ultra-high resolution laser-based systems, the company enhances pipeline maintenance services by proactively prioritizing tasks, improving integrity management, and boosting business productivity.
DarkVision Technologies
Series A in 2016
Founded in 2013, DarkVision Technologies specializes in developing and commercializing ultrasound-based imaging technology for oil and gas wells. Its high-resolution system enables operators to identify and address downhole issues such as tubing defects, casing corrosion, and obstructions, leading to improved well integrity, increased production efficiency, and reduced environmental impacts.
Syscor specializes in developing and manufacturing wireless sensor systems designed for the petroleum industry. The company's primary focus is on monitoring floating roofs in petroleum storage tanks. Their sensor systems provide real-time data on various parameters, including rainwater accumulation, liquid hydrocarbons, volatile hydrocarbon vapors, acceleration, vibration, temperature, and roof misalignment. By offering these advanced monitoring solutions, Syscor enables clients to enhance safety and operational efficiency in their industrial assets and facilities.