74 Years of Science and Technology: Innovation Week in Canada and Sask.

May 18, 2021May 18, 2021 Saskatchewan Research Council Environmental and Earth Sciences, General Science, Technology and Engineering

It’s Canadian Innovation Week and Innovation Week in Saskatchewan; a time to celebrate Canadian achievements in innovation that inspire the next generation of innovators. Take a look back at just some of the innovation SRC has been a part of over the decades.

Why It’s Important to Report Workplace Hazards

May 5, 2021May 18, 2021 Saskatchewan Research Council Environmental and Earth Sciences, General Science, Technology and Engineering

Safety management has evolved over the past few decades, but safety professionals still struggle to get the point across to the workforce that it is important to report hazards, unsafe acts and conditions. There are significant advantages to reporting and ways to help improve it in your workplace. Read on to learn more.

Remediation work continues in northern Saskatchewan on Project CLEANS

May 3, 2021May 18, 2021 Saskatchewan Research Council Environmental and Earth Sciences, General Science, Technology and Engineering

SRC collaborated with project stakeholders to safely restart Project CLEANS remediation work during the 2020 field season. Learn about the work that was done and what's in store for 2021.

Make a World of Difference on Earth Day

April 22, 2021May 18, 2021 Saskatchewan Research Council Environmental and Earth Sciences, General Science, Technology and Engineering

We’re marking Earth Day in Saskatchewan with a list of great activities and interesting facts. The diverse landscapes across our province create unique ecosystems, filled with colourful flora and fauna—read on to learn how you can help and enjoy the natural wonder of the place we call home.

How to develop EOR technologies more efficiently with a stage-gated approach

April 13, 2021May 18, 2021 Saskatchewan Research Council Environmental and Earth Sciences, General Science, Technology and Engineering

SRC's Enhanced Oil Recovery team uses a stage-gated approach to help small-to-medium enterprises develop their technologies and evaluate technical, market and commercial factors. This helps our clients save time and accelerate adoption. Learn about what's involved.

Inside the Lab: Combining Old and New to Solve an Equipment Breakdown Issue

March 22, 2021May 18, 2021 Saskatchewan Research Council Environmental and Earth Sciences, General Science, Technology and Engineering

Many mining operations experience significant maintenance and performance problems with their materials handling equipment. High heat, dust and vibration can wreak havoc on equipment, as do the tough materials the equipment handles. Learn how engineering experts at SRC solved a client's legacy equipment challenge, combining old and new engineering principles.

Crushing It (Part 2): SRC Celebrates International Day of Women and Girls in Science

February 10, 2021May 18, 2021 Saskatchewan Research Council Environmental and Earth Sciences, General Science, Technology and Engineering

Welcome to part two of our feature on International Day of Women and Girls in Science, highlighting just some of women at SRC working in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).

Why Two-Factor Authentication is A Good Idea and How it Works

February 9, 2021May 18, 2021 Saskatchewan Research Council Environmental and Earth Sciences, General Science, Technology and Engineering

Managing passwords across multiple websites has long been a challenge for internet users. Two-factor authentication helps prevent the unauthorized use of your login username and password. If you think of your password as the first “factor” then adding one more step is the second or “two-factor.” Learn more.

Crushing It: SRC Celebrates International Day of Women and Girls in Science

February 8, 2021May 18, 2021 Saskatchewan Research Council Environmental and Earth Sciences, General Science, Technology and Engineering

To celebrate International Day of Women and Girls in Science, we want to inspire women and girls to think about science and technology as a viable educational and career opportunity. Read about some of the women within our offices and labs doing remarkable things in STEM that benefit industry, our communities and the world.

Why it’s important to customize corrosion testing to the application environment

January 19, 2021May 18, 2021 Saskatchewan Research Council Environmental and Earth Sciences, General Science, Technology and Engineering

Many industries in western Canada face corrosion problems due to the frequent exposure of metal alloys to water, salt, oxygen, carbon dioxide, hydrogen sulfide and lesser well-known sulfur compounds. In our lab, we test metal corrosion by simulating the environment in which it will be applied. Learn more.

Author: Saskatchewan Research Council