ARCTIC PAD

INTRODUCTION

The ARCTIC PAD® is a heavy duty HEATED rubber mat system that has been developed to improve upon current Anti-icing and De-icing methods, while increasing safety by providing a durable non-slip surface for Arctic & Harsh Environments.

Embedded within the core is a version of “Self-Regulating Heat Trace” (EHT) which is commonly used throughout many industry sectors for freeze protection in Ordinary & Hazardous locations/environments. By embedding EHT within our heavy duty polymers the ARCTIC PAD® provides a number of key advantages when compared to typical heat trace installations: Easily installed - reduces labor intensive installation time and costs. Improved heat distribution - more deliberate/effective de-icing & anti-icing. High traction surface - prevents slips & falls. Stress & impact resistant – flexible rugged design eliminates repair and replacement costs. Lighter weight - vs. heat traced concrete/epoxy blends

Reduces Labor intensive time and costs - vs. heat traced concrete/epoxy installations

ARCTIC PAD® “NEX-GEN” The Next Generation of our one of a kind anti-icing solution is an improved version that has been designed to enhance the thermal characteristics and performance of the Arctic Pad®. These enhancements specifically improve the heat distribution across the upper surface thereby increasing the energy efficiency and resulting in lower operating costs.

IMPROVED ANTI-ICING / DE-ICING CAPABILITIES IMPROVED ENERGY EFFICIENCY LOWER COSTS

HOW IT WORKS

When energized the heating core of the ARCTIC PAD® works by automatically adjusting to the changing ambient temperatures without any special or sophisticated controls generating a prescribed amount of energy or heat.

For example: as the ambient temperature drops, the number of electrical paths between the EHT bus wires increases precisely where and when it is needed, generating more heat. Conversely as the ambient temperature rises, the core of the EHT reverses and reduces the number of electrical paths, producing less heat. Ultimately moving into a cycle of maintenance.

This simple and long used technology or materials combined with the high thermal mass of the polymer compounds provides increased energy efficiency over alternative solutions.

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Thermal Output

Ambient Temperature

Core

Temperature

The characteristics of the Self-Regulating core

combined with the insulation properties of our

Polymers, reduces energy consumption (rapid

heat loss) as the Arctic Pad reaches its optimal

operating temperature and moves into a cycle of

maintenance

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ARCTIC PAD ANATOMY

The ARCTIC PAD® is a combination of specialized materials, components and options unlike anything else available on the market today. Our fabrication and design process allows for a variety of combinations and performance capabilities ensuring that the final design and configuration is optimized to meet the demands for the working environmental and harsh conditions.

For example:

1. Power Supply; a smaller offshore supply vessel may not have a surplus of power available; therefore we would utilize or substitute a lower wattage of EHT into zones or areas that are less critical in order to minimize the impact on the generators.

2. High Traffic or High Risk work area on a Drilling Rig (i.e. rig floor) may demand that our Stainless Steel Stud profile is used to ensure the highest degree of traction, as compared to accommodation deck platforms and stairs which may only require our Low-Profile design. There may also be a greater risk of equipment impact therefore a more robust polymer would be utilized for increased durability.

The fabrication & design process also takes into consideration the various shapes and sizes

needed for almost any situation. Whether it’s a curved circular shape around a capstan or

a simple step on the side of a bulwark, if it’s a slip fall risk or there’s a need for sure footing

an ARCTIC PAD® can be built to address the need.

APPLICATIONS

In cold climates the formation of ice on Offshore oil and gas drilling platforms, MODUs, OSV’s, FPSOs, ships as well as land based drilling rigs and facilities creates serious problems, impacting safety of personnel and economy of operations. As a purpose built-to-order system, the ARCTIC

PAD® is unique in that it can be customized to meet the various needs and requirements for almost any industrial or commercial application.

Typical applications include:

Stairways, Platforms and Landings

Egress/Escape Routes & Muster Stations

Marine & Topside Decks

Drilling Rig floors

Wind Turbine Work Platforms

Personnel Transfer Basket Landing Zones

Heli Decks

Rescue Zones

Life Raft & MOB Zones

Stretcher Routes

WINTERIZATION PHILOSOPHY / CLASS REQUIREMENTS / POLAR CODE

Current class requirements vary from one class society to another however, there is a common goal to improve the

effectiveness of winterization measures, ensuring that a vessel or offshore installation is capable or suitably prepared

to operate in cold climates. In order to do this a function based criteria has been developed whereby specifying

minimum performance capabilities in relation to the operational design temperature. This also includes identifying

and prioritizing systems and/or equipment considered critical to safety and implementing either an “Anti-icing” or

“De-icing” solution. For non-critical systems De-icing methods should be considered.

It is important to recognize that the IMO’s “POLAR CODE” requirement for vessels specifies that; a means of de-icing

should be present. This includes the use of the various forms and combinations of both passive and/or active de-icing

methods. I.e. steam lances, salt, mallets and the use of Mariner skills and training related to adjusting course headings

or speed when possible.

Anti-icing will require the implementation of some type of heat generating equipment or a method to adequately cover the entire component of surface area.

De-icing requires a means of adequately clearing any ice accretion. During the design stage all things must be considered with the utmost attention giving to improving safety when

possible. Therefore the scalability of the project scope is very much dependent on the budgetary constraints of the

project whether it’s monetary, weight limitations or power considerations and availability. For example to create a

pathway or route to the life rafts does not always entail a constant pathway from A to B but could include segmented

designs including the use of the Arctic Pad® for stairways including top and bottom landings based on higher risks.

While in other situations there may be a high risk of icing between stairways that does require complete coverage.

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ARCTIC PAD ANATOMY:

1. Cold Lead/Power Cord 2. Self Regulating Heat Trace 3. Polymer 4. Non-Skid & Protective Coating 5. Molded Embedded Traction Profiles

1. Cold Lead/Power Cord Type:

MOR® Polyrad® XT-125 Armored & Sheathed Flexible Multi Conductor Control (14 AWG, 12 AWG & 10 AWG 600 V/1000 V)

General Cables Offshore and Marine Shipboard Cable has been chosen as a preferred cold lead/power cord component of the ARCTIC PAD® with its rugged impact resistant design and durability.

Suitable for use in Class I, Division 1 and Zone 1 Hazardous Locations when installed in accordance with API RP14F.

Features:

Meets NEK 606 mud oil resistance requirements including ester-based muds

Meets UL 2225 crush and impact requirements of Type MC-HL cables

Flexible stranding to facilitate ease of cable installation and termination

Temperature rated @ 125°C for long life, higher ampacities and protection from thermal overloads

Meets cold bend test at -55°C

Meets cold impact test at -40°C

Specification sheets available upon request. Additional Product Approvals:

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ARCTIC PAD ANATOMY

The ARCTIC PAD® is a combination of specialized materials, components and options unlike anything else available on the market today. Our fabrication and design process allows for a variety of combinations and performance capabilities ensuring that the final design and configuration is optimized to meet the demands for the working environmental and harsh conditions.

For example:

3. Power Supply; a smaller offshore supply vessel may not have a surplus of power available; therefore we would utilize or substitute a lower wattage of EHT into zones or areas that are less critical in order to minimize the impact on the generators.

4. High Traffic or High Risk work area on a Drilling Rig (i.e. rig floor) may demand that our Stainless Steel Stud profile is used to ensure the highest degree of traction, as compared to accommodation deck platforms and stairs which may only require our Low-Profile design. There may also be a greater risk of equipment impact therefore a more robust polymer would be utilized for increased durability.

The fabrication & design process also takes into consideration the various shapes and sizes

needed for almost any situation. Whether it’s a curved circular shape around a capstan or

a simple step on the side of a bulwark, if it’s a slip fall risk or there’s a need for sure footing

an ARCTIC PAD® can be built to address the need.

ARCTIC PAD

European Organisation for Electrotechnical Standardisation Ordinary and Hazardous (Classified) Locations

II 2 G/D Ex e II T3 DEMKO 02 ATEX 0120790

International Electrotechnical Commission

IEC Certification Scheme for Explosive Atmospheres UL 06.0004

Factory Mutual Research Ordinary and Hazardous (Classified) Locations

Underwriters Laboratories Inc.

Hazardous (Classified) Locations

HTSX additional hazardous area approvals including: • DNV • Lloyd’s • JIS • CCE/CMRS • GGTN

European Organisation for Electrotechnical Standardisation Ordinary and Hazardous (Classified) Locations

II 2 G Ex e II T3 to T6, II 2 D Ex tD A21 IP66/IP67 T200°C to T85°C FM 07ATEX0027

International Electrotechnical Commission IEC Certification Scheme for Explosive Atmospheres FMG 06.0009

Factory Mutual Research

Ordinary and Hazardous (Classified) Locations

KSX additional hazardous area approvals including: • DNV • Lloyd’s • CCE • ABS • FSTN • GOST

Note: Alternate EHT manufacturers, suppliers, types and wattages are available upon request provided: 1. The type requested meets necessary electrical requirements and approvals by the appropriate governing bodies and/or National Electrical

Codes. 2. EHT performance meets or exceeds AMS functionality

EHT Supplier Independent Certifications & Approvals:

76mm spacing

14.16m EHT (46.4’) Type/watt density @ 10c • HTSX 9-2 = 417 • HTSX 12-2 = 556 • HTSX 15-2 = 695

51mm spacing 19.9m EHT (65.3’) Type/watt density @ 10c • HTSX 9-2 = 587 • HTSX 12-2 = 783 • HTSX 15-2 = 979

63mm spacing 16.1m EHT (52.8’) Type/watt density @ 10c • HTSX 9-2 = 474 • HTSX 12-2 = 632 • HTSX 15-2 = 790

THERMON MANUFACTURING CO. Certifications / Approvals Regarding: HTSX

THERMON MANUFACTURING CO. Certifications / Approvals Regarding: KSX

2. SELF-REGULATING HEAT TRACE (EHT):

Typical ARCTIC PAD® designs utilize Thermon Manufacturing Co.’s; HTSX or KSX Self-Regulating Heat Trace.

EHT Types embedded within the ARCTIC PAD® are certified for use in ordinary non-classified areas and in potentially explosive atmospheres in accordance with the ATEX Directive and the IEC Ex Scheme. The Type and Watt Density of EHT is determined on an order by order basis whereas the operational environment and power availability play two key factors in the final design.

Customizable configuration: A unique aspect of the fabrication process allows for precise heating configurations ensuring that there is 100% thermal coverage and distribution whatever the shape, size or requirement.

The example drawings below depict typical cable spacing and circuit lengths per M2.

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3. POLYMER:

All Polymers used in the manufacturing of the ARCTIC PAD® are high density 100% Solid Urethane Elastomers. These polymers have each been developed for extreme environmental and industrial conditions with physical attributes such; as corrosion, chemical, invert resistance as well as ultra-violet stability and anti-fungal properties. With excellent physical properties such as high tear, tensile strength and compressive strength, the longevity and durability of these polymers is unrivalled.

By identifying the demands related to an installation, we offer a range of polymers and blends that each have different characteristics and costs. This range allows us to optimize a complete package for our customer’s budgets and needs.

4. NON-SKID & PROTECTIVE COATING:

CS-200/300 is our protective non-skid coating. This coating is the final component that seals & makes up the polymer structure of the ARCTIC PAD®. Providing a barrier of protection from chemicals, diesel, other corrosive fluids and ultra-violet rays. This coating also contains grit and aluminum oxide particles to provide additional traction while providing excellent resistance to corrosion, abrasion, chemicals and impact.

Customized colors and coating capabilities are available upon request. All versions include color matching of polymers with topcoats - As the mats topcoat wears with age, the color is maintained all the way through the polymer reducing maintenance and re-coating ultimately extending the impact of hi-vis color markings.

Physical Properties - 2015

AMS® Polymers Polyurethane Type

Physical Characteristics TC 90FR CS 100FR CS 150FR TC 55

TEST SPECIMEN THICKNESS (in) 0.063 0.0706 0.063

HARDNESS 75-85 shore A 75-85 Shore A 80-90 Shore A 55-60 Shore A

TENSILE STRENGTH @ BREAK (psi) 4835 (+/- 549) 5261 (+/- 240) 5377 (+/- 446)

33,340 kPa 36,270 kPa 37,078 kPa

% ELONGATION @ BREAK 726 (+/- 37) 687 (+/- 19) 494 (+/- 13)

TEAR STRENGTH 752 (+/- 94) 854 (+/- 40) 876 ( +/- 109)

131.7 kN/m 149.6 kN/m 154.5 kN/m

CHEMICAL RESISTANCE Excellent excellent excellent excellent

FUNGIS RESITANCE non-nutrient non-nutrient non-nutrient non-nutrient

REPAIRABILITY excellent excellent excellent excellent

SERVICE TEMPERATURE -40F to 200F -40F to 200F -40F to 200F -40F to 200F

Test Types: Hardness ASTM 2240-85 Tensile & Elongation ASTM 412 D - Die C Tear (max load/thickness (lb/in) ASTM D624 Volatile Organic Compounds ASTM D-2369

CS100FR Polymer: Tested by the Norwegian Maritime Directorate; Test Certificate – 250010.40/92.238 Date – 07/31/92 Sinted NBL – Norwegian Fire Research Laboratory. Test method is SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) NT Fire 007-NS-Insta 414,

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5. TRACTION PROFILES

The most important element in providing a non-slip winterization solution is the ability to provide the correct traction profile for the right situation. As such we have designed some of the best traction profiles available today all of which exceed co-efficient of friction requirements. These profiles are molded as a part of the pad(s) and are augmented by the aluminum oxide within the non-skid coating.

Preventing Slips & Falls is the single greatest benefit the ARCTIC PAD® provides.

Common Profile types: Low Profile (LP) – walkways, landings, stair treads, catwalks, heli-decks High Profile (HP) – stud less option for rotary tables Large Low Profile (LLP) – walkways, catwalks and heli-decks

LOW PROFILE HIGH PROFILE LARGE LOW PROFILE

WEIGHT:

The weight of the ARCTIC PAD® depends on the requested or required base thickness. The average weights per M2 for the most common thicknesses are:

Metric Imperial

19mm 22kg/m2

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.75" 4.5lbs/ft2

25mm 26kg/m2 1" 5.4lbs/ft2

32mm 32kg/m2 1.25" 6.5lbs/ft2

39mm 37kg/m2 1.5" 7.6lbs/ft2

ADDITIONAL DESIGN OPTIONS:

Beveled Edges (BE) – for smooth transitions between flooring surfaces

Labeling or Text - emboss information directly into the pads

Logo – emboss your company logo or safety symbols into the pads

Photo Luminescent Markers (Glow in the dark) – increase safety during night operations by illuminating egress routes, stairways, etc.

D E S I G N & I N S T A L L A T I O N : As the ARCTIC PAD® is essentially a preassembled panel containing heat trace the design and specifications of each piece or section is determined following the EHT manufacturers guidlines regarding maximum circuit length vs. various circuit breaker amperages. Installation, circuit breaker sizing and earth-fault protection should be based on applicable and IEC electrical codes.

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Coefficient of Friction Testing conducted by the National Floor Safety Institute - Nov, 2013 Traction Profile DCOF (1) SCOF (2) High Profile (HP) >1.0 >1.0 Low Profile (HP) >1.0 >1.0 Large Low Profile (LLP) >1.0 >1.0 Test Method: Measuring Wet Dynamic Coefficient of Friction (DCOF) of Common Hard-Surface Floor Materials - ANSI/NFSI B101.3-2012 Measuring Wet Static Coefficient of Friction (SCOF) of Common Hard-Surface Floor Materials - ANSI/NFSI B101.1-2009

Testing device - GS-1 Slip Meter (Tribometer) (1) Dynamic Co-efficient of Friction

(2) Static Co-efficient of Friction