ACE Climatic Aerodynamic Wind Tunnel

ACE is a world-class research and testing facility located on Ontario Tech University’s campus, offering industrial-scale climatic testing.

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ACE is heading to the 2026 DEFSEC Atlantic Conference in Halifax from Tuesday, October 6 to Thursday, October 8!

If you’re attending DEFSEC Atlantic, be sure to connect with Andrew ([email protected]) to learn more about ACE and discuss your testing requirements!

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ACE just got an upgrade!

Our Climatic Wind Tunnel now features a new vertical nozzle insert, opening the door to larger, vertically oriented products across aerospace, defence and dual-use sectors. 

Generously supported by the Government of Canada through @FedDevOntario.

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Meet Izzy Cossarin, ACE’s Research and Development Engineer. From intern to engineer, she combines software, electrical, and mechanical expertise to automate systems and enhance ACE’s testing capabilities.
#AutomotiveTesting #Innovation #ACEatOntarioTech

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Meet Stephanie Walter and Maria Barrese, ACE’s operations team. With over a decade of experience, they support financial planning, business processes, and daily operations, helping build the foundation for ACE’s success.
#AutomotiveTesting #Innovation #ACEatOntarioTech

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Meet Phillip Wroclawski, the Wind Tunnel Operator and Customer Service Technician at ACE. With more than a decade of experience, Phil knows what to look for from HVAC and electrical systems to full-vehicle diagnostics.
#AutomotiveTesting #Innovation #engineering #ACEatOntarioTech

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ACE proudly supported another successful Fluid Dynamics Lab with Ontario Tech University’s Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science and Faculty of Business and Information Technology. The 2026 Lab was an insightful, hands-on day filled with learning and lots of wind.

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February 6, 2026, marks the beginning of the 2026 Winter Olympic Games. One month later, on March 6, the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games are set to start. ACE wishes all of our Canadian athletes safe and successful games. We will be cheering you all on from here in Oshawa, Ontario!

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From Tuesday, Jan. 6 to Friday, Jan. 9, ACE had an exciting opportunity to connect with industry leaders driving the future of the automotive and mobility sectors at the Consumer Electronics Show (CES). A special thank-you to Invest Durham for making this opportunity possible.

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In November, ACE had the honour of hosting three Members of Parliament for a tour of our facility with President @DrStevenMurphy! Thank you, MPs @mckelvieajax, @juanitanathan and @turnbullwhitby, for taking the time to visit our facilities at ACE and supporting the work we do.

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ACE, BEI, and CEELCD are proud to partner with @OVINhub and @OCInnovation to host the 2026 Automotive Innovation Challenge (AIC) — in collaboration with @Magnaint and @ToyotaCanada.

When: January 19, 2026 @ 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Register here: https://t.co/skABxmMiUw

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ACE had the exciting opportunity to attend the 2025 FKFS Conference.

R&D Eng Tom delivered a presentation showcasing ACE’s ongoing innovation, Tom was joined by Senior R&D Eng Manager Warren as well as Dr. Roxana Pao, Postdoctoral Fellow who has worked closely with ACE.

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🎉 That’s a wrap! Thank you for stopping by the ACE Wind Tunnel during your visit to Ontario Tech’s Open House. We hope you enjoyed learning about our innovative facilities, programs, and the amazing community that makes Ontario Tech unique. 💙

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You’re Invited to the ACE Fall Open House!
Saturday, October 25 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Explore Ontario Tech University’s ACE Research, Testing & Training Facility and discover how we drive the future of innovation! This event is open to everyone!

#ACEatOntarioTech

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You’re Invited to the ACE Fall Open House!
Saturday, October 25 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Explore Ontario Tech University’s ACE Research, Testing & Training Facility and discover how we drive the future of innovation! This event is open to everyone!

#ACEatOntarioTech https://t.co/FUthGCpoep

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You’re Invited to the ACE Fall Open House!
Saturday, October 25 | 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Explore Ontario Tech University’s ACE Research, Testing & Training Facility and discover how we drive the future of innovation! This event is open to everyone!

#OntarioTech #ACEatOntarioTech

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ACE is excited to be exhibiting at the Auto Test Expo from October 21–23. We’re proud to share that ACE R&D Engineer and Ontario Tech alumnus, Tom (Long) Li, will be featured in the Innovation Showcase! Don’t miss his presentation, during the morning session on October 23rd!

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ACE is heading to Automotive Testing Expo North America 2025 from October 21 - 23!

We’re excited to share that Tom Long Li, will present “Driving Through Storms Indoors: Redefining Realistic ADAS Sensor Testing Methodology” during the Innovation Showcase.

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From October 6-9, ACE was proud to send ACE Marketing & Sales Manager Izzy Cossarin and Alexandra Cutler alongside Senior Research and Development Engineering Manager Rick Szymczyk to The Battery Show & EV Tech Expo in downtown Detroit, Michigan.

#ACEatOntarioTech #BatteryShow

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ACE will be attending the 2025 FKFS Conference on Vehicle Aerodynamics & Thermal Management from October 15–16 in Leinfelden-Echterdingen.

Ontario Tech University alumnus and ACE R&D Engineer, Tom Long Li, will be presenting a scientific presentation on Environmental Testing!

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From Sept 30th to Oct 2nd, ACE was proud to have team members Warren Karlson and Jennifer Freeman represent us at the NATO DIANA Industry Day Conference, held at the Halifax Convention Centre.

What a great opportunity!

#ACEatOntarioTech #NATODIANA #HalifaxConventionCentre