WHAT WE DO
Since 2008, FPInnovations-PIT Group has been a sector leader in unbiased, independent testing and research that assists manufacturers and fleet managers in selecting and optimizing the best technologies, equipment, and practices to achieve efficiencies in operational costs and to reduce emissions.
PIT Group provides customized technological solutions to transportation and fleet partners to improve efficiency and performance, reduce costs and emissions of their operations and to improve operational safety.
Innovative engineering and testing team that accelerates the development and implementation of safe, sustainable, and efficient technologies that support excellence in commercial truck freight transportation.
PROJECTS
PARTNER PROJECTS
PIT Group collaborates closely with its industry and government partners to identify key topics that address the most pressing challenges in the industry and to conduct comprehensive testing and produce detailed reports for the transportation sector. By combining expertise in vehicle performance, fuel efficiency, and sustainability, PIT Group and its partners work together to design and execute rigorous tests tailored to fleet operations. These collaborative efforts result in data-driven insights that help companies optimize their fleets, reduce environmental impact, and improve overall efficiency. PIT Group’s collaborative approach ensures that fleets receive reliable, actionable recommendations based on the latest technologies and the transportation sector’s best practices. Together with its partners, PIT Group drives innovation and equips transportation companies with the tools and knowledge to enhance fleet performance and achieve long-term sustainability.
Current Projects
Accuracy and Precision of Engine Control Module Fuel Consumption Data
Natural Gas Engine Truck Performance Testing
Energy Efficiency Performance of Combinations of Aerodynamic Devices
SERVICES
Fleet Efficiency Assessment
The PIT Group Fleet Efficiency Assessment service provides a thorough evaluation of a fleet’s entire operations, identifying areas for improvement in fuel efficiency and sustainability. Based on the audit findings, a detailed report is generated, helping transportation companies access funding through the Canadian Government’s Green Freight Program.
Vehicle and Technology Testing
PIT Group conducts on-road operational and test-track controlled testing in support of short to long performance evaluations for a broad range of medium and heavy-duty vehicle technologies. PIT Group employs internationally recognized protocols to offer independent testing and evaluations in support of technology development and implementation.
Our team has supported numerous national and international organizations in developing, testing or demonstrating their products in the Canadian transportation industry. Our network of fleet partners ensures that the technology will be tested under the best possible conditions, with innovative fleets that are on the lookout for new technologies.
Controlled Testing
Whether it is confidential or collaborative testing that is needed, PIT Group conducts evaluations in controlled, high-speed test track conditions in support of technology evaluations. We have tested over 350 technologies!
.
Controlled Testing
Operational Testing
Short and long-term testing is an important step in vehicle technology evaluation and development. PIT Group performs real-world operational testing with our network of engaged and collaborative commercial trucking fleet partners.
.
Operational Testing
Instrumentation and Expertise
PIT Group utilizes industry leading testing equipment and instrumentation in support of a variety of internationally recognized testing and performance methods. Our team of engineers, technicians and fleet specialists can execute tests for numerous vehicle and technology requirements. This expertise has led to the testing of over 130 aerodynamic devices!
.
Instrumentation and Expertise
Electronic Logging Device
As an accredited Certification Body for ELDs, FPInnovations holds the ISO/IEC 17065 accreditation required by Transport Canada to test and certify electronic logging devices.
A HIGHLY QUALIFIED TEAM
Our team consists of engineers, technicians, researchers, and fleet management specialists that have a common passion: to improve the performance of the transportation industry by identifying the most effective technology and accelerating technology implementation. Let our wide-ranging knowledge and diversified expertise serve as a major asset to your organization.
MARK PARTINGTON
Manager of PIT Group and FPInnovations Transportation and Infrastructure team
ADIME BONSI, P.Eng.
Senior Researcher, Electronic Logging Device certification lead
OMAR MOHAMED, CPI
Researcher, Electronic Logging Device test specialist
MICHEL SCHINCK
Senior Technician, Electronics, telematics, and test equipment specialist
MARIUS SURCEL, P.Eng.
Lead Researcher, Vehicle and technology testing
MAXIME TANGUAY-LAFLÈCHE, P.Eng.
Senior Researcher, Telematics and advanced data
SIMON TRUDEL
Lead Technician, Fleet management specialist
RICHARD SCHUMACHER, CPI
Researcher, Vehicle testing and performance
For more information about our group, any of our projects, or our website, please contact us:
Land Acknowledgement:
PIT Group’s Pointe-Claire office situated on the island of Montréal is located on the traditional lands of the Kanien’keha:ka (Mohawk) people, a place which has long served as a site of meeting and exchange amongst nations.