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NORTH AMERICAN PLANT2801 Marie-Victorin Blvd.Varennes, QuebecCanada J3X 1P7Tel.: 450.929.1234Toll free in North America: 1.800.571.3904

ASIAN PLANTLot 28, Jalan Sungai Pinang 4/2Taman Perindustrian Pulau Indah, Fasa 2B42920 Pelabuhan Klang, Selangor Darul Ehsan, MalaysiaTel.: 603.3375.3600

SOUTH AMERICAN PLANTAV. General Velázquez No 11001Barrio Industrial, Puerta Sur, San Bernardo, ChileTel.: 56.2.2862.9999

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GENERAL PRESENTATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

SOLMAX’S PRODUCTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

MANAGEMENT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

MANUFACTURING CAPABILITIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

VARENNES | CANADA

PELABUHAN KLANG | MALAYSIA

BLOWN FILM PROCESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

PROJECT REFERENCES

WASTE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16

MINING - HEAP LEACH PAD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

MINING - TAILING DAMS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

MINING - EVAPORATION PONDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

ENERGY - UNCONVENTIONAL GAS EXTRACTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

ENERGY - COAL ASH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

ENERGY - COAL SEAM GAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

ENERGY - PETROLEUM-OIL SANDS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

WATER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

AQUACULTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

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QUALITY CONTROL PLAN POLYETHYLENE GEOMEMBRANES MANUFACTURING

PROGRAM SCOPE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

QUALITY CONTROL STRUCTURE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

GENERAL FLOW CHART . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

RAW MATERIAL QUALITY CONTROL

RESIN MANUFACTURERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

PRODUCT QUALITY REPORT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

BATCH PREPARATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

RESIN AND ADDITIVE STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

ROLL QUALITY CONTROL

MANUFACTURING PROCESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

MANUFACTURING QUALITY ASSURANCE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

TEST DATA AND ARCHIVES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

TEST EQUIPMENT CALIBRATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

CONFORMANCE TESTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

IDENTIFICATION, HANDLING AND STORAGE

TRACEABILITY AND ROLL IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

ROLL HANDLING AND STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

CONTROL OF NON-CONFORMING PRODUCT . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

SOLMAX’S CERTIFICATES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . APPENDIX A

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GENERAL PRESENTATION

SOLMAX is a worldwide leader in the manufacturing of PE GEOMEMBRANES and offers containment solutions . Manufactured from Canada and Malaysia, its products are sold in over 60 countries and are used by the biggest names in the mining, the energy, waste management, water, and civil engineering sectors . Solmax’s products are vital in protecting soils from contamination in applications as critical as the landfills of the world’s most populated cities to the tailings or heap leach pads of mines operating in environmentally fragile ecosystems .

VISION:

Become the choice for the most “conscious” companies: Conscious about the environmental impact of their operating activities and conscious about the quality of our solutions . Our mission is to help them preserve the immense wealth that are water, earth and air .

Anticipate market needs and offer a balanced portfolio between commodities and value-added differentiated products .

Our commitment to excellence is absolute and “Made by Solmax” adds value recognized by our customers .

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Covering the world. Protecting the Earth.

« »MISSION:

Solmax offers synthetic products used for separation and / or containment of solids and fluids in soil protection and water management applications. Intended for the construction, civil engineering and environment fields, Solmax’s products aim to improve the quality of life of individuals as well as our society’s well-being.

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BRIEF CORPORATE HISTORY

1981 Solmax begins as a distributor of geosynthetic products in Canada .

1983 Solmax develops its know-how and specializes itself in the installation of a wide range of geosynthetics .

1989-1994 Solmax establishes geosynthetics installation branches in the United States, France, Chile and Venezuela .

1997 Solmax decides to vertically integrate and builds an HDPE and LLDPE geomembrane manufacturing plant as well as a PVC pre fabrication plant in North America .

2009 Solmax inaugurates a new geomembrane manufacturing plant in Asia

2011 Solmax establishes “Solmax Chile”, a pipe manufacturing and pipe accessories distribution branch in South America .

2013 Solmax keeps expanding by increasing its geomembrane manufacturing capacity in North America .

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SOLMAX’S PRODUCTS Polyethylene geomembranes represent the most utilized geomembranes in the world . HDPE (High Density Polyethylene) and LLDPE (Linear Low Density Polyethylene) represent over 60% of all geomembranes used for the various containment applications . Polyethylene is the most common plastic and has an excellent chemical resistance, meaning that it is not attacked by strong acids or bases . For these reasons, it is a prime choice for most designers .

In North America, the white reflective finish is standard and is applied on all Solmax geomembranes at no additional cost for all products with a thicknesses of 60 mils or greater . As such the industry will benefit from:

Improved imperviousness of the active barrier Ease of installation Increased service life when exposed Increased proper backfilling time

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HDPE GeomembranesSince 1997, Solmax has been manufacturing HDPE geomembranes and offers a standard product that meets or exceeds all the minimum requirements of the GM-13 specification developed by the GRI and is recognized across the world as the specification of choice for critical containment applications. HDPE geomembranes are the most commonly used liners for containment . They offer high mechanical strength properties as well as very high chemical resistance and UV resistance .

Metric Imperial

Roll Width 6 .8 - 8 .0 m 22 .3 – 26 .2 ft

Roll Thickness 0 .5 - 3 mm 20 – 120 mils

Standard Finish

Prime Finish

Certifications

Standard Characteristics

Smooth Single Textured

TexturedRough Textured (RT)

Extra Rough Textured (XRT)

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Reflective

Conductive

GAI-LAP, CE, Asqual, GRI-GM 13

Solmax HDPE Series

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Solmax manufactures a standard LLDPE geomembrane that meets or exceeds the GRI GM-17 specifications, which are recognized as the worldwide standard for containment with LLDPE geomembranes .

LLDPE geomembranes have become increasingly popular in recent years . While being a little less resistant to mechanical and chemical stress than HDPE liners of the same thickness, they still offer good chemical and mechanical resistance . The main attribute of LLDPE making it more and more popular is its high flexibility allowing the liner to drape around any protrusions and imperfections of the existing terrain much better than with the stiffer HDPE geomembranes . Its differ-ent molecular structure makes it less brittle at low temperature . This allows for an improved stress crack resistance and a an easier weldability in cold weather conditions .

Metric Imperial

Roll Width 6 .8 - 8 .0 m 22 .3 – 26 .2 ft

Roll Thickness 0 .5 - 2 .5 mm 20 – 100 mils

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GAI-LAP, CE, GRI-GM 17

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Adding to its current line-up of geomembranes that do not only meet but exceed industry standards, Solmax introduces the PREMIUM HD SERIES, durable high-density polyethylene (HDPE) geomembrane . The specially engineered formulation helps improve the material’s mechanical properties and enhance the endurance properties namely Stress Crack Resistance (SCR), Standard as well as High Pressure Oxidative Induction Time (OIT), thermal and UV resistance .

Metric Imperial

Roll Width 6 .8 - 8 .0 m 22 .3 – 26 .2 ft

Roll Thickness 1 .0 mm – 3 .0 mm 40 mils – 120 mils

Standard Finish

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R3 SeriesThe R3 Series is Solmax’s latest innovation for the Oil & Gas Industry. It was specifically designed for containment in this industry . The new R3 Series is ROUGH. RESISTANT. 100% RECYCLABLE . This innovative liner offers the best containment, reduces slip and fall incidents, meets the highest performance standards in the industry and is 100% recyclable, thus reducing its environmental footprint . For all these reasons, whether it is part of the preventive measures under a drilling rig in the Utica Shale play, a fracking job in the Eagle Ford play or in a tank farm in Alberta, Solmax’s R3 Series is the best solution for any containment in the Oil & Gas industry .

Metric Imperial

Roll Width 6 .8 m 22 .3 ft

Roll Thickness 1 .0 - 1 .5 mm 40 – 60 mils

Standard Finish

Certifications


Top side textured

ULC S668-12-IA , EPA 9090, CE, GAI-LAP

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Solmax’s research and development team is continuously striving to develop new products with enhanced properties

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PVC GeomembranesSolmax has been prefabricating PVC geomembranes for over 25 years, while much less chemically resistant than Polyethylene geomembranes, PVC liners still offer great chemical resistance to products such as salt. Their high flexibility and elasticity allows the prefabrication of panels which reduces field seaming. Their low thermal expansion coefficient reduces the wrinkles and chances of damaging the liner during installation .

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Panel Size Up to 4,500 m2 Up to 48,500 sq . ft .

Panel Thickness 0 .25 - 1 .5 mm 20 - 60 mils

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Standard ASTM D-7176

Fish Grade

Potable Grade (NSF61)

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In order to ensure the excellence of its products, all of Solmax’s laboratories are certified under the internationally recognized GAI-LAP program of the Geosynthetics Institute .

Solmax has very stringent quality control procedures at all levels; production, sales, technical support, logistics and customer service . Its products are traceable from the moment of production to installation .

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MANAGEMENT

Mr. Jean-Louis Vangeluwe, MBAExecutive Vice President

Mr . Vangeluwe is a graduate of the Grande École de Commerce de Nice, Sophia-Antipolis and holds an MBA from the École des Hautes Études Commerciales de Montréal . Mr . Vangeluwe has been involved with Solmax since 1997, primarily in the development of the international sales network in Europe, Russia, Asia, South America, Africa and the Middle East . As General Manager for Solmax from 2008 to 2012 and since 2014, his objective has been to strengthen the Company’s profitability and growth.

Ms. Johanne Bélanger, CAVice President Finance and Administration

Ms . Bélanger is a graduate of the École des Hautes Études Commerciales de Montréal and has a degree in Accounting . She is also a chartered accountant, a member of the Ordre des Comptables Agréés du Québec and a member of the Canadian Institute of Chartered Accountants . Before joining Solmax in 1998, Ms . Bélanger was employed by a chartered accounting firm as a Senior Accountant and Audit Director. Ms. Bélanger is in charge of the Company’s finances, information systems and Human Resources Department .

Mr. Guy Élie, Eng.Vice President - Quality, Technical Services & Operations

Mr . Élie is a graduate of the École des Technologies Supérieures de Montréal and holds a degree in Civil Engineering and Construction Technology . Mr . Élie has been with Solmax since 1991 and has developed a vast and deep knowledge of construction, polymers science and manufacturing management in relation to geomembranes . He also oversees, directly or indirectly, procurement of raw materials and the quality of Solmax’s products, and plays a key role in the R&D group .

Mr. Dominic Bérubé, Eng.General Manager - Pipes and Accessories, Solmax Chile

Mr . Bérubé has a Bachelor of Civil Engineering degree from the École des Technologies Supérieures de Montréal . He began his career in the geosynthetics industry in 1992 as a field engineer for Solmax, before joining the Sales Department . Mr . Bérubé has built up vast expertise in construction and has participated in Solmax’s international development, particularly in South America . Today, he directs the Chilean business unit in sales of pipes and accessories .

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Mr. David Cao, M.Sc.Vice President Sales - Asia-Pacific

Mr . Cao is a graduate of Shanghai Fudan University and the Université de Montréal . He has two Master’s degrees in Polymer Chemistry . Before joining Solmax in 2005, Mr . Cao worked as General Manager for Shanghai Besden Fine Chemicals in China and as R&D Officer for Merck Frost in Canada. He developed strong skills in setting up trade networks for many Canadian companies in China and Southeast Asia . He currently directs the Sales, Customer Service and Logistics Departments for all of Solmax’s activities in the Asian-Pacific region.

M. Paul PayeurSales Manager North America

Mr . Payeur is a Civil Engineer Technician and has been with Solmax since 1989 primarily involved in the development of the Sales Network in North America, Mexico, UK, Africa, Middle-East and Australia . Today he directs the Sales for all of Solmax’s activities in North America .

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Mr. Dominic Bérubé, Eng.Vice President

General Manager - Pipes and Accessories, Solmax Chile

Ms. Johanne Bélanger, CAVice President

Finance & Administration

Mr. Guy Élie, Eng.Vice President

Quality, Technical Services & Operations

Mr. David Cao, M.Sc.Vice President Sales

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Mr. Jean-Louis Vangeluwe, MBAExecutive Vice President

Mr. Jacques Côté, Eng.President, Group Solmax

M. Paul PayeurSales ManagerNorth America

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MANUFACTURING CAPABILITIES Solmax’s manufacturing plants (Canada and Malaysia) have several blown film extruders producing many types of polyethylene geomembranes . Solmax processes various types of resins including High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and other polyethylene configurations such as Linear Low Density Polyethylene (LLDPE) . All of Solmax’s product series can be manufactured with different standard finishes such as smooth or textured surfaces. In addition to these, our product series can be colored, reflective and conductive. These value added geomembranes offer technical and financial advantages that will improve the performance of any project .

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During the production process, all of Solmax’s laboratories and manufacturing plants are staffed with technical experts who ensure that all products meet Solmax’s stringent quality standards .

Nip Rolls

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BubbleResin Pellets

Hopper

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BASIC BLOWN FILM LINE

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Location: United States, North America Material: Solmax LLDPE Series - Textured

- Prime Finish: White Reflective - Thickness: 1 .0 mm | 40 mils Surface Area: 88,902 m2 | 956,933 ft2

Manufacturing Plant: Canada

MUNICIPAL LANDFILL

Location: United States, North America Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Textured

- Prime Finish: White Reflective - Thickness: 1 .5 mm | 60 mils Surface Area: 135,805m2 | 1,461,771 ft2


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Location: Sweden, Europe Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth



MUNICIPAL LANDFILL

Location: Porthsmith, Australia Material: Solmax LLDPE Series – Smooth &

Textured - Thickness: 1 .0 mm | 40 mils Surface Area: 170,000 m2 | 1,829,864 ft2


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Location: United States, North America Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Rough Textured (RT)

- Thickness: 1 .5 mm | 60 mils Surface Area: 128,258 m2 | 1,380,560 ft2


MIDSHORE LANDFILL

Location: Japan, Asia Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth


Manufacturing Plant: Malaysia

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Location: Belleville, South Africa Material: Solmax HDPE Series &

LLDPE Series - Smooth - Thickness: 1 .5 mm | 60 mils Surface Area: 214,100 m2 | 2,304,553 ft2


BELLVILLE LANDFILL

Location: South Wales, Europe Material: Solmax LLDPE Series - Textured

- Thickness: 1 .0 mm | 40 mils Surface Area: 59,000 m2 | 635,070 ft2


NANT-Y-GWYDDON LANDFILL

Location: Doha, Qatar Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth



DOHA INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT LANDFILL

Location: Russia, Europe Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Textured



SAkHALIN ISLAND LANDFILL

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Location: Canada, North America Material: Solmax LLDPE Series - Smooth - PrimeFinish:WhiteReflective - Thickness: 2.0 mm | 80 mils Surface Area: 109,936 m2 | 1,183,341 ft2


NuNavik Nickel MiNe

Location: Mexico, North America Material: Solmax LLDPE Series - Textured

- Thickness: 2.0 mm | 80 mils Surface Area: 400,000 m2 | 4,305,564 ft2


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Location: Chine, Asia Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Smooth &

Rough Textured (RT) - Thickness: 2 .0 mm | 80 mils Surface Area: 696,360 m2 | 7,495,556 ft2


GOLD MINE

Location: Ghana, Africa Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Smooth



GOLD MINE

Location: Russia, Asia Material: Solmax HDPE Series &

LLDPE Series – Smooth & Single Textured - Thickness: 1 .0 - 1 .5 mm | 40-60 mils Surface Area: 2,830,057 m2 | 30,462,478 ft2


GOLD MINE

Location: Peru, South America Material: Solmax HDPE Series &

LLDPE Series – Smooth - Thickness: 1 .5 – 2 .0 mm | 60-80 mils Surface Area: 444,224 m2 | 4,781,587 ft2


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MS Location: Canada, North America

Material: Solmax LLDPE Series - Smooth - Thickness: 1 .5 mm | 60 mils Surface Area: 323,340 m2 | 3,480,402 ft2


GOLD & COPPER MINE

Location: Peru, South America Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth



SILVER, ZINC & COPPER MINE

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Location: Russia, Asia Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth

- Thickness: 1 .0 mm | 40 mils Surface Area: 1,400,000 m2 | 15,069,473 ft2


BAUXITE & ALUMINIUM MINE

Location: Thailand, Asia Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth



GOLD MINE

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Location: Chile, South America Material: Solmax PVC Series



SODIUM CHLORIDE SALTS, POTASSIUM, LITHIUM & BORIC ACIDS EVAPORATION PONDS

Location: Chile, South America Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Smooth



IODINE SALTS EVAPORATION PONDS

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Location: Indonesia, Asia Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Smooth



SALTS EVAPORATION PONDS

Location: Chile, South America Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Smooth

- Thickness: 1 .0 – 1 .5 mm | 40 – 60 mils Surface Area: 43,107 m2 | 464,000 ft2


LITHIUM EVAPORATION PONDS

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EQT ROSEMOUNT

Location: United States, North America Material: Solmax LLDPE Series - Smooth



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Location: Guatemala, South America Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth



COAL ASH RESIDUE PONDS

Location: Malaysia, Asia Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth



COAL ASH RESIDUE PONDS - JOHOR

Location: India, Asia Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth



COAL ASH RESIDUE PONDS - DHENkANAL

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Location: Australia Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Smooth



COAL SEAM GAS - SURAT BASSIN

Location: Australia Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth

- Prime Finish: Conductive - Thickness: 1 .5 mm | 60 mils Surface Area: 241,428 m2 | 2,598,709 ft2


DAANDINE BRINE POND

Location: Australia Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Smooth & Single Textured

- Prime Finish: White Reflective - Thickness: 1 .5 mm | 60 mils Surface Area: 546,810 m2 | 5,885,813 ft2


COAL SEAM GAS - REEDY CREEk

Location: Australia Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Smooth & Single Textured

- Prime Finish: White Reflective - Thickness: 1 .5 | 60 mils Surface Area: 1,015,420 m2 | 10,929,889 ft2


COAL SEAM GAS - SPRING SULLY PONDS

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Location: Qatar, Asia Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Smooth &

Single Textured - Thickness: 1 .5 – 3 .0 mm | 60 – 120 mils Surface Area: 360,000 m2 | 3,875,007 ft2


SHELL PETROLEUM & QATAR PETROLEUM

Location: Canada, North America Material: Solmax HDPE Series

Single Textured & Textured - Thickness: 1 .5 – 2 .0 mm | 60 – 80 mils Surface Area: 178,252 m2 | 1,918,688 ft2


PETROLEUM OIL SANDSFORT MCMURRAY

Location: Canada, North America Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Smooth &

Single Textured - Thickness: 1 .5 – 2 .0 mm | 60 – 80 mils Surface Area: 100,571 m2 | 1,082,537 ft2


PETROLEUM INDUSTRIAL GAS PONDkEYERA

Location: Russia, Asia Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth



TANkER CARGO COMPLEX

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Location: New Zealand, Australia Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Single Textured



CENTRAL PLAIN WATER CANAL

Location: New Zealand, Australia Material: Solmax HDPE Series – Single Textured



IRRIGATION PONDS

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Location: Vietnam, Aisa Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth

- Thickness: 0 .5 – 1 .5 mm | 20 – 60 mils Surface Area: 200,000 m2 | 2,152,782 ft2


BIM SHRIMP FARM

Location: Nicaragua, South America Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth



CAMANICA SHRIMP FARM

Location: Malaysia, Asia Material: Solmax HDPE Series - Smooth



kERPAN SHRIMP FARM

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QUALITY CONTROL PLANPOLYETHYLENE GEOMEMBRANES

MANUFACTURING

PROGRAM SCOPEThe present manual was developed and implemented by Solmax International Inc ., in order to describe the plant quality control procedures . This manual provides an overview of all the quality control procedures, from resin selection (including reception and storage) to roll manufacturing (including identification, material flaws, manipulation and storage).

QUALITY CONTROL STRUCTURESolmax has an on-site quality assurance laboratory at each manufacturing facility . Each laboratory is equipped, well-staffed and operates 24 hours a day, 365 days per year to maintain a high level of quality and up-to-the-minute results of Solmax’s finished products.

To ensure that only products meeting Solmax and/or the customer’s requirements are produced, qualified and experienced Quality Control personnel are responsible for monitoring, testing and providing feedback to the production teams . For each manufacturing site, the Quality Control team is made up of technicians, engineers, plant managers and reports directly to the Vice President Quality, Operations & Technical Services .

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GENERAL FLOW CHART

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Resin Reception By train or truck

SamplingOn each delivery

for quality control

Resin pumpingIn one of the silos,

for production uses.

Return of theresin to supplier

Laboratory testingDensity, ASTM D-1505

Melt Index ASTM D-1278 (Condition E & F)

Geomembrane ProductionVisual inspection of the �inal product.Veri�ication of production parameters

Veri�ication of thickness characteristics

Resin meets the

speci�ications?

Resin meetsthe visual inspections?

Geomembranemeets technicalspeci�ications?

NO

NO

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Geomembrane samplingA sample measuring 30 cm

x roll width is to be removed from each roll

and allowed acclimatize to standard laboratory

conditions for testing.

Laboratory testingEach roll is controlled in

accordance with the methods and frequencies speci�ied on the technical

data sheet.

Final PreparationUpon approval of a

laboratory technician, the roll is identi�ied with 3

labels and then placed in the designated area, until

delivered to client.

CLIENT

Non-compliant productThe roll will be identi�ied as

non-complying andre-evaluated by the

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RAW MATERIAL QUALITY CONTROL

Solmax uses resin from internationally recognized resin manufacturers . Upon reception, each lot is given a batch number to ease identification and traceability of raw materials. The incoming resin used by Solmax is monitored by Solmax’ Quality Control Department .

RESIN MANUFACTURERSThe resin manufacturers need to provide quality control data documentation to Solmax, confirming for each lot that the raw materials test results comply with Solmax specifications for the following properties:

The carbon black content is applicable if the resin is preblended (Carbon Black Content specification ASTM D4218). When the resin is not preblent, carbon black is added during the production of the geomembrane roll .

PRODUCT QUALITY REPORTEach lot of raw material and of carbon black material from a supplier is accompanied by an analysis certificate. A copy of this report is sent directly to the quality control department for approval before use .

RESIN AND ADDITIVE STORAGEThe resin colorants and additives are stored in a manner to allow preservation of their properties, traceability of materials, and to use on a first in first out basis.

BATCH PREPARATIONAt Solmax, all resin & carbon black are carried by vacuum system to avoid any contamination . In addition to the QA/QC standard procedure and upon specific request of a project, we at Solmax confirm that:

1. The virgin resin shall be mixed with the appropriate amount of carbon black, as per the project specification. 2 . Carbon Black content is to be monitored during production . 3. Rolls which fail to meet the specification for carbon black are discarded.

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Density ASTM D 1505 / D792Melt Index ASTM D 1238 Condition EOxidative Induction Time (OIT) ASTM D-3895

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ROLL QUALITY CONTROL

MANUFACTURING PROCESSES Solmax international has two manufacturing plants for polyethylene geomembranes. The first one is located in Varennes, Québec, Canada, on the south-shore of Montréal. The plant comprises of three film production units: 2 three layers co-extruded production lines and 1 single layer production line . The plant has a total geomembrane production capacity of approximately 36 million kg annually .

The second plant, Pelabuhan Klang, Malaysia, is equipped with 2 three layers co-extruded production units and has a production capacity of approximately 27 million kg annually .

These equipments can produce all the common types of polyethylene geomembrane ranging from 6 .15 to 8 m in width, with thicknesses between 0 .5 and 3 .0 mm . Solmax is able to transform several types of resins, including High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) and other polyethylene configuration, as well as linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE). All these resins can be used in the manufacturing of smooth or textured (on one or both sides, in order to improve the friction properties) geomembranes .

MANUFACTURING QUALITY ASSURANCESolmax’s manufacturing Quality Control policy is to adhere to the highest standards of quality . All employees are required to strictly adhere to all published Quality Control standards at all times . Quality Assurance is an attitude that must prevail among all employees and that attitude, coupled with a strong Quality Control program, will ensure the highest quality of product possible .

Solmax quality assurance department assures that only products meeting Solmax and/or the customer’s requirements are released for shipment . Solmax’s Quality Control and research laboratory will perform simultaneous testing to assure control over all products . The laboratory will also be capable of supporting manufacturing, product development, and research needs . To this end, Solmax is sensitive to Quality Assurance suggestions from its personnel, and welcomes the suggestions of its customers .

The production of rolls is monitored and rolls are periodically inspected visually for identification of all repetitive defects by Solmax QC Inspectors as well as Operators. Any roll identified as nonconforming is set aside and stored separately.

The production lines are equipped with holes detectors (spark tester) into which all materials go before being wound into rolls . If there is a hole in the geomembrane sheet, an alarm advises the operators who discards the roll .

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1 . Geomembrane tests are to be conducted in accordance with Solmax technical data sheet and/or the project specifications. The information concerning the tests, test methods, specifications, testing frequencies and minimum values are indicated on the technical data sheet .

2 . For each roll produced, a sample measuring 30 cm x roll width is to be removed and allowed to acclimatize to standard laboratory testing conditions .

3 . Standardized dies are used to prepare the testing specimens . Dies are to be inspected for imperfections on a punctual basis . Dies not meeting ASTM Standards are rejected .

TEST DATA AND ARCHIVESFor each roll produced, a sample is identified and kept for archive.

Tests results are stored in a database to allow traceability and to issue conformity certificates. Test reports are also available upon customers’ request .

TEST EQUIPMENT CALIBRATIONIn accordance with the industry’s best practices, Solmax International is also responsible for ensuring that:

Appropriate test equipment of required accuracy and precision is used to ensure that accurate tests and measurements are conducted in accordance with the properties of the materials specified;

Equipment is uniquely identified, kept and used in the correct manner/environment and that it is secure.

All laboratory equipment is routinely checked to ensure proper operating conditions and calibration . They are periodically calibrated;

Calibration procedures and record calibrations are established, documented and filed;

CONFORMANCE TESTING

The QAC will review the test data results from Solmax . If necessary, they can select random samples for conformance testing .

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IDENTIFICATION, HANDLING AND STORAGE

TRACEABILITY AND ROLL IDENTIFICATION Each manufactured geomebrane roll is given a unique roll number . All manufacturing and quality control data relative to each roll is stored in the same database, under the roll number. This identification allows full traceability. Three labels identify each roll: one inside the core and two others under the first wrap of material, directly on the geomembrane sheet, at each end of the roll . These labels show the roll number, resin blend, product code, dimensions, weight and date of manufacture .

ROLL HANDLING AND STORAGEThe equipment used to handle the rolls must allow the handling, with ease, of a 2270 kg (5000 lbs) roll, without damaging it . Each roll is equipped with two polyester or nylon slings to allow for it to be handled properly . It is also possible to introduce a lift truck’s metal axis in the roll core to move it .

The polyethylene geomembrane rolls do not need a protective wrapping for outside storage . The geomembrane rolls can be stacked up to 4 rolls high for smooth geomembrane and up to 3 rolls high for textured geomembrane, without crushing the inside of the roll . They should not be placed in mud or in any places where there is an excess of water, or other kind of materials that could damage the geomembrane .

Prior to being shipped, each roll must be visually inspected and approved for transport .

CONTROL OF NON-CONFORMING PRODUCT

Any material showing damages, such as holes or not meeting the specifications are identified as non-conforming and stored apart from others . Depending on the problem, the non-conforming rolls are either downgraded or recycled .

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