QSBR Innovations Inc. is an Research & Development firm with a focus in solar thermal energy and heat transfer.
Areas of Expertise:
- System Design - turning conceptual ideas into final designs
- System Optimization - taking existing system and optimizing performance based on computer modeling and simulation
- System Assembly - building functioning prototypes for laboratory and field testing
- Solar System design, Certification and Sales through our sales division Quality Solar Systems, (QSS)
QSBRI also holds several patents in heat transfer and solar thermal. Passive Back Flush (PBF) technology prevents fouling and scale build up in heat exchangers. Allowing for the use of compact plate heat exchangers in applications and regions previously inaccessible due to hard water.
Integral Stagnation Control (ISC) prevent overheating in solar thermal and PVT collectors, optimizing performance and reliability.
Working with Dr. Stephen Harrison, director of the Solar Calorimetric Laboratory at Queen’s University, QSBRI works to provide fast, accurate consulting services as well as developing new Intellectual Property and seeking licensing partners worldwide.
SWITCHFeatured Technologies
QSBRI is currently commercializing two innovative technologies: Passive Back Flush (PBF) and Integral Stagnation Control (ISC). These two technologies are the result of years of research and development by Dr. Stephen Harrison and have a decade of tested, recorded experience. Both have numerous applications in the global solar and HVAC industries and QSBRI is currently working with partners to develop these technologies into commercial successes .
A thermosyphon system on the roof of McLaughlin Hall at Queen`s University currently testing out our ISC technology.
Our patented valve that utilizes PBF technology to combat fouling in heat exchangers.
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News in Brief
QSBRI Presents to SWITCH on PBF Technology April 1 2022
This presentation will focus on one of QSBRI in house technology developments, Passive Back Flush, (PBF). This innovative technology was developed at Queen’s University and used in the EnerWorks solar thermal system. QSBRI has recently engaged Neoperl Inc. a valve manufacturer to help with the design and fabrication of a new PBF valve that can be used in high performance heat pumps. This presentation explains the problem of fouling in heat exchangers, the benefits of PBF and the changing landscape of the domestic hot water heating market in North America and globally.
Please visit SWITCH for more information and links
Please visit SWITCH for more information and links
Quality Solar Systems introduces new line of Aria 300 products
QSBI and QSS is pleased to announce the new line of Aria 300 solar thermal systems for immediate sale in Puerto Rico and the Caribbean. The new line of Aria 300 systems includes a 2, 3, & 4 m2 collector area with a 300L storage tank that is both OG-300 (SRCC™) and EnergyStar™ certified. All three of these models are best in class in terms of performance, durability and value. All three models have an optional 3.5 kW auxiliary heater. Please visit our certifications page for more details and contact us for more information.
Thermochemical Storage project with NRCan
QSBRI signs agreement with Natural Resources Canada to design and build a Thermochemical Energy Storage (TCES) system. TCES technology seeks to change how Canadians heat their homes and water by using off peak electricity (at night)to heat a storage medium and then use that heat during peak hours (during the day). Click HERE to learn more about this exciting project.
QSBRI meets with researchers at Sultan Qaboos University, Muscat, Oman
Robert Stinson and Ben Stinson, QSBRI, met with Dr. Al-Badi and Dr. Al-Azri (right to left) from Sultan Qaboos University in Muscat on October 24th 2019. Discussions focused on future collaborations in solar cooling and other sustainable energy technologies to help Oman and the MENA region. Please click HERE to read full recap.
Robert Stinson awarded 50 over 50 award
Robert Stinson, President and CEO of QSBR Innovations Inc. has been awarded the 2019 top 50 over 50 entrepreneurs in Canada. This prestigious award recognizes entrepreneurs over the age of 50 succeeding in Canadian and international business.
QSBRI is pleased to announce a 2 year collaboration project With KACST
November 20th 2017, QSBRI is very pleased to announce the start of a two year collaboration project with KACST (King Abdulaziz City for Science and Technology). The project focus is the development, construction and testing of a solar driven solid desiccant air conditioning system. For more information please contact QSBRI.
QSBRI Signs Licensing Agreement with SWEP
January 2017,
QSBR Innovations Inc. is pleased to announce that is has completed a licensing agreement with SWEP AB of Sweden. SWEP a world leading brazed plate heat exchanger manufacturer with offices and factories world wide. SWEP is interested in Passive Back Flow technology to keep its brazed plate heat exchangers clean in all types of potable water situations. QSBRI and SWEP on working on product development and roll out of PBF technology for the fourth quarter of 2017.
For more information please contact us.
SWEP is a Dover Company
QSBR Innovations Inc. is pleased to announce that is has completed a licensing agreement with SWEP AB of Sweden. SWEP a world leading brazed plate heat exchanger manufacturer with offices and factories world wide. SWEP is interested in Passive Back Flow technology to keep its brazed plate heat exchangers clean in all types of potable water situations. QSBRI and SWEP on working on product development and roll out of PBF technology for the fourth quarter of 2017.
For more information please contact us.
SWEP is a Dover Company