A Breath of Fresh Air for Extreme Environments
Precision Aquatics is rethinking how we breathe in high-risk situations. Their flagship product, the ORCA system, is a compact, portable breathing device that replaces bulky scuba tanks and industrial air packs.
In remote, emergency, or confined environments—think first responders, divers, or industrial workers—access to reliable, short-term breathable air can mean the difference between life and death. Traditional gear is too heavy, too large, and often impractical for short-duration use.
ORCA delivers 5 to 20+ minutes of breathable air (depending on model and depth) in a compact, high-pressure carbon-fiber cylinder with a two-stage regulator system. Lightweight, ergonomic, and safety-certified, it’s built for mobility and rapid response in high-stakes scenarios. With integrated safety features and modular refill accessories, ORCA isn’t just a mini air tank—it’s a portable life support system for professionals on the move.
Making Waves, One Breath at at Time
What they’ve done: Precision Aquatics has made impressive early strides, generating revenue with customers across five countries and securing distribution agreements in Canada and Mexico. Their ORCA system is already earning strong reviews from both recreational and professional users, validating the product’s versatility and global potential.
Why NVBC: As a founder-led hardware venture, they joined the 2025 NVBC Competition, presented by Innovate BC, to sharpen their strategy and connect with expert mentors. The competition offers a rare chance to gain industry-grade feedback, refine financial and distribution plans, and benchmark against B.C.’s top startups—essential fuel for a high-growth company.
Up Next: The next chapter for Precision Aquatics is all about scaling into mission-critical sectors. They’re evolving ORCA to meet the demanding performance and compliance needs of professional users in firefighting, military, aerospace, and rescue. With a focus on durability, modularity, and custom airflow, the team is building toward a future where ORCA becomes the go-to breathing system in environments where reliability and portability can’t be compromised.
Words to Build By
In startup life, advice often comes from mentors, investors, or industry vets—but for Founder and CEO Wlliam Abesdris, it came from someone who truly knew him: his brother. His words? “Don’t give up.”
It was short, personal, and a regular reminder that grit matters just as much as innovation when building a startup.
Meet the Team
William Abesdris, Founder and CEO
Fun Fact: William designs breathing systems for places most people never go.
Company Cheatsheet:
City: Lions Bay
Founded: May 16, 2024
Sector: Advanced hardware solutions for safety and life-critical environments.
