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The Best of Both

In July 2018 GE Industrial Solutions was acquired by ABB. As we bring these two companies together, we’re optimizing our assets to better serve you. The following are a series of frequently asked questions to address what to expect as we combine these two businesses, resulting in the Best of Both.

1. Who is ABB? ABB is a pioneering technology leader in power

grids, electrification products, industrial automation, robotics and motion, serving customers in utilities, industry and transport, and infrastructure globally. Continuing a history of innovation spanning more than 130 years, ABB today is writing the future of industrial digitalization with two clear value propositions: bringing electricity from any power plant to any plug and automating industries from natural resources to finished products. ABB operates in more than 100 countries with approximately 147,000 employees. In the United States, ABB has approximately 24,000 employees in over 100 locations, and more than 9,000 distributor locations.

2. What’s the big deal… ABB bought GE Industrial Solutions. So what?

With this acquisition, ABB’s world-class component technologies, that enable digitally connected systems through ABB Ability, can be integrated into GE Industrial Solutions’ proven low voltage product portfolio. Additionally, ABB medium voltage ANSI technology is being expanded to meet all the needs of the US market, and all of these products will be

available on the empower platform, which enables a wide range of activities from ordering and configuration to shipment tracking. These key features, combined with exceptional service and support, result in a product portfolio and digital offering that is truly the best of both.

3. What does the comprehensive one-line construction package include?

The combined ABB and GE Industrial Solutions one-line includes a complete source-to-socket portfolio of medium voltage (1-69kV) and low voltage (120V-1kV) electrification products and installation products. See exhibit 1 go.abb/bestofboth

4. Does “Best of Both” refer to just products? No. Product integration is a significant component

however it also includes the integration of tools like empower, considerable investment in our manufacturing infrastructure to ensure on time delivery and performance, as well as significant expansion of the sales and product management front end resources you rely on. new.abb.com/news/detail/26890/abb-electrification-drives-growth-in-the-us

5. When can I get these new Best of Both products you are talking about? Are they currently available?

Over the next couple of years the entire one-line will be updated and integrated. The ReliaGear® neXT Power Panel and ReliaGear® Lighting Panels, available in Q1 2020, are the first offering to integrate ABB Tmax® XT circuit breakers into GE equipment. Switchboards, switchgear, and motor control equipment across low and medium voltage will also be updated after that, as we launch new, integrated products on a quarterly basis. Contact your ABB sales representative to get more details about our product launch roadmap.

6. What investments are happening in the United States?

ABB is optimizing and expanding its Electrification business in the United States to meet growing demand for medium-voltage and low-voltage products and systems that are used to ensure, safe, smart and sustainable electrical distribution. ABB is investing up to $39.9 million to expand its Mebane, North Carolina facility and create approximately 400 new jobs in the next 5 years, and will discontinue production at its Lake Mary, Florida unit. This expansion has a clear focus on driving efficient production for our U.S. customers. ABB is also investing up to $36 million to expand its Senatobia, Mississippi facility in advanced manufacturing, creating an additional 50 jobs. This expansion will strengthen the company’s capabilities for full production of the low-voltage ABB Tmax XT circuit breakers and automatic transfer switches to support growth in customer orders while providing competitive lead times.

7. What are some of the industry leading technologies that I can expect from ABB components when integrated into GE panels?

ABB circuit breakers have long been recognized by the industry for their innovative capabilities. For example, the Tmax XT compact design and improved ampacity options enable better breaker density within the ReliaGear neXT power panel, and more 100% rated options. Additionally, the Tmax XT and Emax 2 circuit breakers with optional ABB Ability integration can deliver advanced technologies including remote monitoring, preventive maintenance and energy management via the cloud.

8. What are the Tmax XT Circuit Breakers? The Tmax XT molded case circuit breakers offer

extraordinary flexibility and completeness of range

to simplify system designs and reduce inventory and procurement costs. With current ratings up to 250A and a voltage rating of 600V, Tmax XT provides both AC and DC current in the same breaker. This, combined with extended breaking capacities up to 200kA, gives Tmax XT molded case circuit breakers the ability to cover a full range of applications. Tmax XT is globally certified UL/CSA/IEC with a wide range of naval registrations and much more. High breaking capacity in compact dimensions with extraordinary limiting characteristics allow footprint savings in a switchboard, high selectivity values and very compact motor protection solutions. electrification.us.abb.com/products/circuit-breakers/tmax-xt

9. What are the Emax 2 Circuit Breakers? Emax 2 all-in-one is the first air circuit breaker able

to manage any conditions of the grid, with advanced functions such as load shedding, power controller, ATS, interface protection, Synchrocheck logics and adaptive protection. It enables a direct communication to the ABB Ability™ energy management cloud-computing platform for electrical distribution control systems. Smart plug-and-play architecture makes Emax 2 easy to use. electrification.us.abb.com/products/circuit-breakers/emax-2

10. How long can I purchase GE products in their current form?

It will vary depending upon the product however, there is a well-defined life cycle management process and communication schedule to ensure adequate lead times for preparation and transition. Additionally, there will be retrofit solutions available to serve our vast installed base, specifically Tmax XT retrofits for Spectra™ power panels and switchboards and the Emax 2 retrofits for low voltage switchgear.

11. How do I know when a product is transitioning from what I buy now to the new product?

You should receive quarterly updates from your ABB sales representative, plus we will update the Best of Both web portal with the latest details (go.abb/bestofboth). Empower users should watch for new product capability in the monthly empower release notes.

12. Why should I switch from the GE products I buy today to the updated Best of Both products?

By combining the advanced component technology of ABB with the proven GE Industrial

Solutions equipment, we are creating a more robust, forward looking solution with enhanced smart capability while providing the installed base the support you need for existing facilities. We encourage you to contact your ABB sales representative to discuss the advantages this new technology will provide for your current and future project needs.

13. What about things like on-time delivery and product availability?

ABB is making significant investments in our electrification operations to ensure industry standard and industry-leading delivery times, increase factory capacity to produce more product to support growing customer demand and offer a complete high-tech product portfolio. In North America, we have announced more than $120 million in factory investments to date, including four expansions, equipment upgrades and additional people resources.

14. Will existing part numbers change? New product numbers will be created as we launch

new equipment, but existing component part numbers will not change.

15. Will the product names change? Yes, you will begin seeing the ReliaGear family of

lighting panels, power panels, switchboards and switchgear introduced as we launch the integrated portfolio. The SafeGear® product family will be used for the Arc Resolution (AR) portfolio. The combined low voltage offering will go to market under the “GE by ABB” branding. Medium voltage and Zenith critical power products will be ABB.

16. Can I use ABB circuit breakers in GE panels? All new equipment offerings will be UL certified

and retrofit solutions will be UL compliant. Additionally, ABB and legacy GE circuit breakers will have published series and coordination ratings. Retrofit solutions are being developed to serve our vast installed base, specifically Tmax XT retrofits for Spectra™ power panels and switchboards and the Emax 2 retrofits for low voltage switchgear.

17. Will GE circuit breakers be available for retrofit/aftermarket applications?

Yes, products such as Power Break II and the New Generation HPC will remain available to upgrade our large installed based. As our Best of Both portfolio evolves, it is important to pay attention

to Life Cycle Management announcements to understand migration and upgrade retrofit paths such as molded case Tmax XT into Spectra Power Panels as well as the power circuit breaker Emax 2 retrofill solutions into legacy GE switchgear.

18. Will the products be branded GE or ABB? ABB products will be continued to be branded

ABB. Some GE products will retain current brands, including GE residential load centers and Midwest products. Low voltage integrated equipment will retain GE branding with a “by ABB” endorsement. (See exhibit 2) Medium voltage equipment and critical power products such as ATS and UPS will be branded ABB.

19. Will inspectors approve GE panels with ABB circuit breakers?

Yes, for new products and new retrofit solutions. If the enclosure is designated for use with ABB breakers then UL documentation will be available to the installer and inspector, whether it is on the product, listed on the UL website, or both. Contact your ABB representative or a local ABB field application engineer for any specific product questions.

20. Will the “GE by ABB” offering be compliant for GE or ABB project specifcation?

Yes. We have a team of field application engineers who can address any concerns.

21. Where can I go to learn more about the Best of Both? Visit: go.abb/bestofbothDownload the app: Contact your ABB representative electrification.us.abb.com/contact-us

22. Where can I find updated product collateral / information?

You can visit the following sites: Visit Best of Both Portal: go.abb/bestofboth Visit Electrification site:

electrification.us.abb.com

23. Can I order ABB products through empower? Yes, as these new products are released, they will

be integrated into empower. empower.abb.com/

24. Where can I raise a new question? Submit any questions via the email link here:

go.abb/bestofboth

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High Voltage (60-500 kV)

Medium Voltage (1-69 kV)

Low Voltage (120V-1 kV)

LightingPanelboard

PowerPanelboard

Dry Type Transformer

Transformer

Low VoltageSwitchgear

Load InterrupterSwitchgear

RecloserDead TankBreaker

Power Transformer

From Utility

Medium VoltageSwitchgear

Synchronous Switch

Capacitor Bank

Medium VoltageMotor Control

Low VoltageMotor Control

Motors

SafetySwitches

CircuitBreakers

Contactors

Busway

Busway

SwitchboardEV Charger

Enclosed Drive

Installation Products

LoadCenter

Automatic Transfer Switch

Energy StorageContainer

ABB Technology

Industrial Solutions Technology

Static Transfer Switch

UninterruptiblePower Supplies

PDU/RPP

Exhibit 1

Exhibit 2