Measured by the Power of PrecisionSolut ions for the Aviat ion, Indust r ia l , and Marine Gas Turbine Community

MDS Aero Support Corporation1220 Old Innes Road, Suite 200Ottawa, ON, CanadaK1B 3V3Tel 613 744 7257Fax 613 744 8016www.mdsaero.com

Leadership Earned Founded in 1985, MDS Aero Support Corporation has steadily risen to a position of leadership - proudly recognized as the preeminent supplier of turnkey Test Facilities and Test Systems for the aviation, industrial, and marine gas turbine engine community. From complete turnkey facilities to maintenance and operational support, for MDS there continues to be one underlying constant: a steadfast commitment to the provision of superior products and services to our customers around the world.

Tailored Solutions Whether your requirement is high facility throughput or complex development testing, MDS has the proven track record to ensure that even your most ambitious projects are a resounding success. MDS operates entirely within your parameters to establish effective, tailored solutions to meet your complex challenges.

Start to Finish Our turnkey projects often begin with a rationalization analysis, complete with recommendations for optimizing facility operations. Our phased approach allows us to work closely with our clients during the concept development and design phase to deliver a sound, efficient, and cost effective solution. Projects are then meticulously planned, executed on time and on budget, and measured to the highest quality standard.

Expertise and Specialization Our team of dedicated professionals are experts in the evaluation, design, and fulfillment of your testing requirements. With an established catalogue of products and services, MDS is recognized for its knowledge and expertise in one of the world’s most specialized industries, providing unparalleled quality services to clients around the globe.

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MDS Aero Support delivers turnkey test facilities and test systems worldwide - backed by a 24/7 customer support hotline and strategically located regional offices around the globe.

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Your Environmental Partner MDS recognizes the growing global importance of reducing greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) and minimizing corporate environmental footprints. Through the addition of expertise in the area of environmental engineering, MDS is committed to working with our clients to improve overall environmental performance.

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Precise Planning and Execution The MDS Project Management (PM) team utilizes the latest communication and reporting tools to govern the overall execution of contracted work, ensuring that the end product fulfills customer expectations.

Complete Customer Confidence Vigilant attention to detail is a fundamental ingredient of a successful project. Our personnel are trained to focus on the details, to establish the facts, and to avoid assumptions. Online reporting tools provide instant access to relevant information and data, enabling the PM team to deliver comprehensive planning, monitoring, and logistics services. In short, we focus on the project details so our customers can focus on their core business.

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Attention To Detail. The Key To Success.Attention To Detail. The Key To Success.

Turnkey Responsibility MDS has the full compliment of engineering disciplines and management expertise to execute turnkey test facility projects. Whether your project involves building on a greenfield site or the upgrade of an existing facility, our team of experts will work with your organization to establish the optimum solution and implementation program.

From the Ground Up As a turnkey supplier, our customers rely on us to manage all the program risks in order to deliver the project on time and on schedule. The lead times and costs associated with the construction element of a project often make it the critical path and riskiest element on a project. The members of our construction design group have decades of practical construction experience and implement a meticulous construction management program to minimize the risks associated with this costly project element.

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MDS is an ISO 9001:2000 and ISO 14001:2004 certified company and as such is committed to the continual improvement of its products, processes, and environmental performance. Attention to quality and on-time delivery permeates every facet of our organization.

Proven Solutions Preliminary construction design of all our facilities is performed by MDS experts assigned to implement details specific to and vital for the proper operation and maintenance of the test facility. Based on the complex nature of an engine testing environment, MDS has developed a full catalogue of proven construction methodologies specific to engine test facilities.

Quality Assured at Every LevelQuality Assured at Every Level

Canada's official export credit agency (EDC) offers attractive project financing packages for foreign export projects.

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• Budgeting and Cost Control

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• All Aspects of Health & Safety

• Coordination Memos (ECM’s)

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• Regular Review Sessions

• Standardized Progress Reporting

• Project Plans

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• Risk Analysis, Mitigation Plans

• Gated Design Process

• Operational Risk Assessments

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Experience Speaks Volumes MDS embraces innovation, applying both classical engineering techniques and contemporary tools to facilitate reliable, cost-effective solutions that are nothing short of state-of-the-art. With a depth of expertise spanning multiple engineering disciplines, MDS deploys the right skill set to meet the challenges inherent to today’s evolving engine testing environments.

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Electrical EngineeringElectrical Engineering��Single Line Diagrams��Harmonic Filters��Electric Start��Electrical Loading��Grounding & Lightning Protection

Control SystemsControl Systems��Facility Controls and HMIs��Interface to Engine Controls��Engine Throttle Controller��Constant & Variable Speed Loading��Compressor Variable Geometry and Bleed Valve Controls

InstrumentationInstrumentation��Measurement Design and Wiring��Remote/Intelligent Sensor Integration��Signal Conditioning Design��Calibration Services & Automation��Measurement Uncertainty Analysis��Multi-Engine Quick Connections

Operational SupportOperational Support��Test Cell Operators��Test Facility Maintenance��Spares Management��Calibration Services

Customer SupportCustomer Support��Flexible Support Packages��Training Services��Technical Documentation��System Upgrades

Load Absorption SystemsLoad Absorption Systems��Electric Generators��Resistive Load Banks��Water and Air Dynamometers��Connection to Grid

Driveline Design & AnalysisDriveline Design & Analysis��Driveline Design��Component Selection��Splined and Bolted Couplings��Shaft Handling Solutions��Torquemeters��Gearboxes

AerodynamicsAerodynamics��Turning Vanes and Flow Screens��Infrasound Prevention��Scale Modeling��Full Scale Flow Surveys

AcousticsAcoustics Mechanical DesignMechanical Design��Thrust Measurement��Engine Adapters��Engine Handling Solutions��Package Components

EnvironmentalEnvironmental��Emissions Monitoring��GHG Reduction��Policy Compliance��Quality Control Auditing

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The Total Spectrum MDS has established its business and earned its reputation through the supply of world class test facilities for all types and sizes of aero engines. From turbofan and military thrust engines, to turbojet, turboprop, and APU facilities, MDS expertise, proven product line, and after sales service set it apart from the pack.

Aerodynamics and Acoustics MDS has a comprehensive understanding of test cell aerodynamics and acoustics and their complex interaction. Creating a representative aerodynamic environment requires a carefully engineered layout and the use of suitable aerodynamic flow conditioning devices. Proper aerodynamics not only prevents engine operational problems, but also minimizes harmful low frequency noise (infrasound) which is difficult to attenuate and prohibitively costly to rectify.

Knowledge and Application MDS has developed sophisticated software and scale modeling techniques for both aerodynamic and acoustic modeling and has the experience and proven track record to deliver cost-effective aero-acoustic solutions that work right the first time. MDS's ongoing commitment to research and development in this field gives its clients access to cutting edge technologies and practices.

Focus and Flexibility MDS facilities are supplied with efficient engine handling solutions to minimize engine installation and removal times, and quick configuration solutions to reduce time on test. To further optimize operations, MDS designed facilities are capable of accommodating multiple engine types, including commercial, military, and afterburning variants. Whether your requirement is research and development, repair and overhaul, or production testing, MDS has the products and the engineering savvy to make your next project a success.

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Maximize Throughput. Minimize Operating Costs.Maximize Throughput. Minimize Operating Costs.

Setting the Standard MDS has established solutions for single and multi-axis thrust measurement for the complete range of today's aero engines. Engine adapters are configured and optimized to meet development, production, and repair and overhaul test requirements. Our engineering teams are equipped with the most advanced design tools in the industry to ensure our test systems meet the most demanding requirements set forth by engine manufacturers and product certification authorities.

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Efficient Handling. Increased Throughput. MDS employs innovative tools that include high-throughput industrial engine handling solutions with self propelled base frames and automated engine docking systems which together minimize engine installation and removal durations. MDS can also provide automated test facility re-configuration solutions to support multiple engine types, including hot and cold end drives, within the same facility.

Safety In the Zone MDS is proficient in the design and supply of both natural gas and liquid fuel systems. Our specialists are trained in all aspects of hazardous area electrical zoning classification. Facilities and test systems comply with the highest operations safety requirements, and are designed to meet all applicable codes and standards.

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Innovative Tools for Unlimited SolutionsInnovative Tools for Unlimited Solutions

Specifically Designed and Geared Drivelines are optimized through the use of our proprietary in-house rotor-dynamic design and analysis tool. MDS also offers these services to customers outside of the gas turbine industry.

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The Evolution of Test MDS has leveraged its aero engine test experience and driveline and controls background to develop an extensive inventory of innovative designs for industrial and marine gas turbine engine testing. MDS clients can count on flexible test solutions that maximize facility efficiency and minimize operating costs. We understand the value of limiting cell time to test time.

Fully Loaded MDS has developed advanced engine loading systems designed to simulate the most complex applications, such as: • Constant Speed (Power Generation) • Variable Speed (Marine and Mechanical Drive) • Constant Torque (Pumping) • Load Profile Matching

The Complete Package MDS designs and supplies gas turbine package components including: • Inlet Plenums • Exhaust Collectors • Acoustic Enclosures • Base Frames • Engine Mounts • Gas Turbine Support Systems

Whether your requirement involves aero-derivatives or true industrial turbines, MDS has the products and know-how to make your next project a resounding success.

Unparalleled Versatility proDAS is MDS's latest generation of real time data acquisition software. Specifically designed for the gas turbine engine test environment in repair and overhaul, production, or development testing, proDAS is recognized as the most capable system on the market.

Unprecedented Integration The system of choice for engine development programs around the world, proDAS provides unparalleled integration and automation for your engine testing needs.

proDAS Delivers An efficient test facility Data Acquisition System requires complete integration with the Facility Controls, Engine Controls, Engine Throttle, and Dynamic Data System. MDS data acquisition systems have supported numerous engine development and production programs with over 40 systems delivered in the last decade.

The Best of Both Worlds Our Instrumentation engineers design systems that incorporate the latest off-the-shelf measurement technologies including a wide array of signal conditioning and sensor products. MDS provides control systems customized to address mission-critical engine, test rig, or facility requirements in an optimum fashion.

Complete Certainty MDS offers complete calibration and support services from its team of highly trained and experienced personnel. MDS maintains a UKAS accredited calibration laboratory to support engine testing facilities worldwide.

Single Pushbutton Testing MDS prides itself in providing industry leading automated test capability. Our test procedure capability combined with the MDS UECU-500 Mk II Throttle and integrated controls provide an efficient, reliable, and safe means by which to automate engine testing - particularly advantageous for standardized overhaul test or cyclic testing requirements.

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Automatic Success Easily programmable test procedures allow the user to create straightforward testing schemes for maximum testing efficiency. Test procedures are simple to follow, repeatable, and complete - the result is an automatically produced test report in which you can have complete confidence.

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Endless Possibilities MDS specializes in the design and supply of one-of-a-kind facilities and custom engineered solutions used for engine research and development. Our Special Purpose Test Equipment (SPTE) addresses the complex and unique nature of engine development and certification.

Evolution Demands Flexibility Engine research and development, and certification requirements are constantly evolving. MDS fosters innovation, and maintains an experienced staff in all essential engineering disciplines to meet the unique challenges of our customer's rigorous development programs.

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A Brighter Future. Test By Test.A Brighter Future. Test By Test.

Demanding Certification Requirements Certification requirements demand precise and reliable solutions. MDS provides facilities and test equipment to satisfy the most rigid standards of certification testing.

Special Purpose Test Equipment CapabilitiesSpecial Purpose Test Equipment Capabilities

MDS is experienced in the design and supply ofspecial test facilities, including: • Engine Certification Facilities • Compressor Test Facilities • Turbine Test Facilities • Altitude Test Facilities • Attitude Test Facilities • Combustion Test Facilities and Rigs • Anechoic Chambers • 1P Moment Test Rigs

MDS has extensive experience in the design of prototype systems. Special test equipment capabilities include the following: • Outdoor Test Stands • Turbulence Control Structures • Cold Soak Solutions • Bird Shot Cannons • Hail Storm and Hail Stone Cannons • Cross-Wind Blowers • Water Ingestion Spray Rigs • Icing Spray Rigs • Bellmouths and Airmeters • Heated Air Inlet Systems • Dynamic Data Systems • Acoustic Measurement Equipment • Ground Plane Simulation Equipment • High Speed Camera and Lighting Systems • Re-Ingestion Screens & Anti-Vortex Mats • Starter/Generator Controls and Loading Equipment

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