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ADVANCE MATTM Latest in Composite Matting Technology

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ADVANCE MATTM FAQ: Does the mat include locking pins and tool set? - Locking Wrench, Positioning Bar, Extractor, mud caps, pin hole plugs or alignment tool etc… Answer – Yes we provide the following tool sets for our clients.

• T-Bar wrench for tightening HEX Head Stainless Steel Connector Bolts. • Positioning/Alignment Tool • The HEX Head Connector bolt design does not require any mud caps to keep mud and debris out of

any specialized locking pins like the industry competitor’s do. Does the ADVANCE MATTM conform to the below? - Minimizes Surface Disturbance & Protects the Environment? Answer – Yes - Spill Management System / Secondary Containment? Answer – Yes Spartan Mat offers at an additional

cost a form fitted thermal plastic butyl rubber seal that can be fully integrated between two mat connecting flanges sealing the connection points of the mats providing a leak proof barrier against spills or contaminates seeping through the mat connection points. Spartan Mat’s custom thermal plastic butyl rubber seals have recently been successfully tested by the U.S. Military.

Can we get the performance datasheet / detailed technical specification showing the below information? - Traffic test on differing soil conditions? Answer – Yes we can provide FEA test data on different soil

conditions. - Average expected life? Answer – 10-12 years depending on application/usage - Fatigue Test? Answer – Yes we can provide 3rd party testing results showing Compressive and Puncture

strength results: Compressive strength surpassed 850psi and Puncture Strength surpassed 5,100psi. - Temperature Effects? Answer – Material formulation has a rating of -50c to +55c. - Strength? Answer – Yes same 3rd party documentation as mentioned above in Fatigue Test.

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ADVANCE MATTM FAQ Continued Does the ADVANCE MATTM conform to the below? - Overlapping Lip on all 4 sides & Interlocking Pin System? Answer – Yes - Rugged, Reusable and 100% Recyclable? Answer – Yes our mats are 100% recyclable. - Conforms to Uneven Terrain? Answer – Yes our mats have been field tested with exceptional results in

soil conditions as low as a CBR of 2 to a CBR of greater than 60. - Friction Enhancement? Answer – Yes our mats provide a two sided tread surface. One side being a

pedestrian surface and the other side being a more rugged surface designed for heavy duty tracked/tire vehicles.

- Antistatic Properties? Yes our mats being made from a high molecular HDPE have a low static profile however for an additional cost we can also add an “Anti-Static” formulation to the raw material from our resin material suppliers.

- Decontamination (easily washes of contaminates)? Answer – Yes our mat can be easily cleaned with standard power washer equipment.

- The overlapping flanges facilitate rainwater runoff while the integrated connection system prevents drifting and separation under heavy rolling loads? Answer – Yes to both parts of the question. Our composite material formulation strength has an elongation of break strength of 550%.

- The cross-hatch traction pattern provides multi-directional slip protection for boots and vehicles? Answer – Yes on both traction pattern sides.

- Overlapping flanges ease installation and add strength along connection seams, which undergo the greatest stresses? Answer – Yes – our proprietary integrated interior rib structure significantly decreases stress on connection flanges. Proprietary stainless steel connector system bolts have a mechanical strength exceeding 90,000lbs tensile strength & 110,000lbs sheer strength. Each connector bolt is capable of 140,000lbs of sheer strength. These are 5/8" diameter stainless steel bolts with a nitrate coating to lubricate connection system. Strongest connector system in the industry.

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The ADVANCE MATTM branded Composite Mat is Spartan Mat’s latest generation and most technically advanced composite ground protection and trackway system to enter the market. It takes advantage of a series of key design improvements and manufacturing advancements over the current competing products in the industry. At 3 meters wide, the ADVANCE MATTM offers the optimum solution for safe site and event access for machinery, pedestrians and materials; minimizing risk and environmental impact.

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ADVANCE MATTM yields consistent, rugged, reliable and safe performance. Its innovative joint system prevents tire damage, trip hazards and minimizes mud ingress. At less than 190Kg, ADVANCE MATTM is lighter, easier and safer to transport and install than alternative mat/trackway systems while maintaining exceptional unmatched performance. ADVANCE MATTM offers multi directional grip and a two sided tread surface making it ideal for wheeled and tracked vehicles as well as pedestrians. Importantly, being manufactured with low value High Density Molecular Polyethylene the ADVANCE MATTM eliminates the risk of theft inherent to high scrap value of uninsurable aluminum mats, therefore reducing security cost and theft losses.

Each ADVANCE MATTM incorporates both a low profile “Pedestrian and Tracked Vehicle” design to one surface providing traction and slip resistance to personnel in the field as well as a much more rugged profile providing greater traction for wheeled vehicles when required. The patterns have been designed to be easily cleaned and to function well with mud, sand, dirt, and other common on-site substances such as oil and grease. This unique twin traction design provides good traction for all users including pedestrians, vehicles, and all types of rolling equipment, including dozers and other tracked vehicles. Traction is provided in all directions.

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Basic Specifications and Performance Data • Overall Size: 10.7’ x 7.2’ x 2.5” (3.25m x 2.2m x 63mm) • Usable Surface: 10.2’ x 6.7’ x 2.5” (3.1m x 2.05m x 63mm) • Usable Surface: 68.4f2 6.35m2

• Weight: 420lbs 190.5Kg • Load Capacity: <850 psi 5860.5 kPa • Puncture Load: 5100 psi 35163.5 kPa • Material: Proprietary Formula High Molecular Polyethylene • Coefficient of Friction: .22

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MAT DESIGN & MATERIAL COMPOSITION ADVANCE MATTM is manufactured from the highest quality virgin or recycled HDPE, with special proprietary fillers and additives to accommodate thermal expansion, incorporate UV resistance, add anti-static properties and provide tremendous strength rigidity and impact resistance. The mats are 100% recyclable at end of life. ADVANCE MATTM incorporates a unique weight-saving ribbed interior structure that provides tremendous weight-bearing capacity, while allowing for sections to be easily handled by a standard forklift. ADVANCE MATTM has been designed for efficient loading into standard ISO proprietary lifting system. Each mat is fully sealed to prevent dirt and debris from penetrating the internal ribbed interior structure. LOAD CAPACITY ADVANCE MATTM has a significant load capacity of over 850psi (5800 kPa), several times greater then most all necessary maximum loads. It will operate effectively over a wide range of ground conditions where its flexibility, toughness and compressive strength will provide the necessary support to the full range of construction vehicles and plant. PACKING AND LOADING ADVANCE MATTM has been designed for efficient loading into standard ISO containers and is easily loaded onto both flat bed and enclosed van trucks, allowing maximum flexibility in transport. • 40ft ISO Shipping Container: 90 Mats – 6156 f2 of usable surface area. (572m2) • 53’ Flat Bed Truck: 96 Mats - 6567 f2 of usable surface area. (610m2) CLEANING ADVANCE MATTM may be cleaned with a standard industrial grade pressure washer, brushes, and ordinary cleaning solutions. ADVANCE MATTM are easy to maintain and clean, and the HDPE material will not absorb water or other contaminants.

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CONNECTION SYSTEM ADVANCE MATTM incorporate flanges on both sides that allow panels to be simply connected in all directions using a proprietary connection system that consists of a self-aligning threaded locking mechanism. Flanges are solid HDPE for added durability. Flanges are a heavy radius design, providing additional strength and shear resistance. An ultra-secure connection between panels is achieved through a unique connection system. All lock components are made from nitrate coated stainless steel that will not rust, break or corrode. The overlapping connection system also helps prevents mud and water ingress between panels. Spartan Mat also offers an additional form fitted thermal plastic butyl rubber seal that can be fully integrated between two mat connecting flanges sealing the connection points of the mats providing a leak proof barrier against spills or contaminates seeping through the mat connection points. Spartan Mat’s custom seals have been successfully tested by the U.S. Military.

CAD Images of Proprietary Connection System:

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CONNECTION SYSTEM Cont.

Spartan Mat set out to create a mat connection system with the following goals in mind based on our extensive knowledge of the leading competitors current mat connection systems: • Create a more simplified system using only heavy duty nitrate coated stainless steel components providing the

highest sheer strength on the market. • Create a captive reversible connector system where 100 % of the locking components can travel attached to the mat

at all times eliminating risk of lost or broken locking pin components. • Proprietary “Floating Connector” can be easily maintained in the field throughout the entire life span of the mat and

offers excellent connect-ability over all types of soil conditions and rugged uneven terrain. • Lowest industry cost to replace any locking bolt if accidently lost.

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Molded Insert Cavity Proprietary Stainless Steel Floating Nut

Stainless Steel Sealed Connector Plate Stainless Steel 5/8” Connecting Bolt

ORIGINAL GENERATION 1 CONNECTOR COMPONENTS

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GENERATION 2 CONNECTOR COMPONENT CHANGES After initial in field testing and industry feedback from testing groups Spartan Mat made the following modification changes to the hardware: 1. Changed the 5/8” nitrate coated stainless steel connecting bolt by offering a “HEX Head” bolt vs. the original

“STAR HEAD” bolt to eliminate potential of mud and debris clogging up the “STAR Head” 2. Stainless steel screws used to hold connector plate as well as provide additional mat edge connection/seal

strength were replaced by stainless steel rivets. This design has reinforced the mat and eliminated the issues other leading two piece composite mats are having in the industry where after several years of use in the field the mats are starting to come apart along the edge seals. Industry testing feedback since these changes were made were exceptional leading Spartan Mat to launch the sales of the mat design into the industry in 2017.

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To learn more about Spartan Mat’s new ADVANCE MATTM please contact Justin at:

1-888-959-6287 / Sales@SpartanMat.com

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