The Explorer is a one-of-a-kind search engine that showcases profitable climate solutions from all over the world which are part of an ever-growing, curated, and publicly-accessible database. Select your profile, your needs and climate goals to discover the solutions that fit best with your situation.

Explore Learn more

Cancel Confirm

My Project

The Solutions Explorer lets you shortlist your favorite solutions in Project(s) you’ve created. You can create multiple projects.

Your Project will show up here.


Sign in to create project and save solutions.

Sign in

Don't have an account?

Sign up

My Project

Sign in

Don't have an account?

Sign up

Save to project

The Solutions Explorer lets you shortlist your favorite solutions in Project(s) you’ve created. You can create multiple projects.

Your Project will show up here.




Sign in to create project and save solutions.

Sign in

Don't have an account?

Sign up

Create new project

Sign in

Don't have an account?

Sign up

Your Search Alerts

The Solutions Explorer lets you create alerts that match your needs. You can create several alerts and you will receive a notification each time a new Solar Impulse Efficient Solutions is labeled and matches your filters.

Your Search Alerts will show up here.


Sign in to create alerts for your filters and search terms.

Sign in

Don't have an account?

Sign up

Contact the Solution's Provider

You can contact each Solution’s Provider through the « Solutions Explorer » contact form. The team will also follow up to make sure you’ll have an answer to your request.

Your contact form will show up here.




Sign in to contact the Solution's Provider

Sign in

Don't have an account?

Sign up

My Account

Sign in

Don't have an account?

Sign up

Select your Sector

Filter the sectors of industry or business activities in which you wish to find applicable solutions.

lorem ipsum

lorem ipsum

Select your Target Client Profile

Let us know the type and sector of industry of structures that can directly purchase and implement the solution in their business, community or their everyday life.

Select your application

Filter the application of any industry and activity sectors from raw materials and design to waste management where you're looking for solutions.

lorem ipsum

lorem ipsum

Select your Environmental Benefit

Let us know which type of environmental impact you whish the solution to tackle specifically directly or indirectly.

lorem ipsum

lorem ipsum

Select your Tag

Refine your search with the sets of Tags such as technologies & concepts, characteristics, raw materials involved, transformed products and places / geo-context.

lorem ipsum

lorem ipsum

Variable Volume Reservoir (VVR)

An innovative hydraulic reservoir that replaces bulky & heavy traditional reservoirs

June 2021
Gallery Variable Volume Reservoir (VVR) 1
Gallery Variable Volume Reservoir (VVR) 1
01.

Identification

Common hydraulic oil reservoirs (CHR) found on industrial machines are often large and heavy. CHR volumes are typically between 100-500 litres of oil. The innovative Variable Volume Reservoir (VVR) solution has a capacity of just 7-21 litres, whilst providing the same or better results. The VVR weights up to 100 times less and reduces oil use by up to 50 times when compared to mainstream reservoirs. Furthermore, its much-reduced weight brings benefits for fuel economy when installed on mobile machines. Should a leak occur, the VVR will have minimal impact on the environment, resulting in lower decontamination costs and prohibitive fines. Being airless and sealed, the VVR works in any environment (from under-sea to high altitude) and in any orientation. Its versatility makes a perfect fit for numerous applications exposed to difficult conditions where CHRs is no match. Lastly, its small volume makes it more appealing to fill with bio-fluids, which can be very expensive when used in CHRs.

Sector

Application

Label Date June 16, 2021
From Canada
Maturity stage Medium and large scale commercialization
Looking For Network, New clients, Visibility, Credibility, Partners
  • /
02.

The environmental benefits

  • Up to 50 times smaller than traditional reservoirs with the same performance, leading to large reduction in oil use
  • Sealed and airless, preventing contamination and moisture entering the fluid, consequently prolonging fluid life by 3 to 5 times
  • Up to 100 times lighter than traditional reservoirs, resulting in fuel savings on mobile machines and less pollution
03.

The Financial benefits

  • Reduced fluid use with the same performance delivers significant cost savings
  • Payback in less than three years
04.

Activity Region

  • Headquarters
  • Activity
05.

Company Profile

Smart Reservoir

Customised sealed & airless hydraulic reservoir design and manufacturing. Name: Variable Volume Reservoirs or VVR's

View company profile Solution website
Headquarters Bois-des-Filion, QC J6Z 4T2, Canada
06.

Networking Partner

International Cleantech Network

The International Cleantech Network (ICN) is a global network of 13 cleantech clusters on the international forefront of providing innovative and sustainable solutions to meet the growing demand for green technologies.

View partner profile
Solutions Associated 83
Contact the Solution Provider Save to Project

The information set out above, is solely for the purposes of information and the Solar Impulse Foundation does not provide any guarantee as to its authenticity, completeness or accuracy. This information does not constitute investment advice or a recommendation to buy into, transact or to enter into any agreement with any of the parties or persons mentioned above. Potential investors or interested parties are solely responsible for their investment or business decisions and for performing any due diligence required by the circumstances.