Company Overview Spring 2020 Proprietary and Confidential Founded in 2005, headquartered in Pataskala, OH Founders – Gary Grandominico (CEO) & Ray McDonald (COO) Over 60 years of combined experience of presenting structural component solutions to the transportation industry About Ridge Solutions oriented manufacturer of advanced composites, specializing in resilient, lightweight, thermoplastic laminates and structural panels for a variety of different markets and applications 240,000 sq ft of manufacturing space, two locations in central Ohio Over 22 Million lbs of composite materials produced per year Engineering and manufacturing capabilities to design and produce the highest quality and performing products in our market space Capabilities include lamination, ultrasonic welding process, thermoforming, extrusion, and advanced composite molding (RIM) Proprietary and Confidential “Helping others reach new heights by advancing composite solutions.” Innovation & Integration Our Mission Ridge Corporation is focused on engineered solutions that result in next-generation, resilient products. Our direct interaction with customers, is an open-door journey to find the best solutions. The Future Now Ridge Corporation uses innovative structural composites to provide customers products that sustain high-value for years to come. Partnership Ridge Corporation responds to customers’ needs by providing continuous product improvement to secure mutual growth. Proprietary and Confidential HQ - Zeus Facility, Pataskala, OH Apollo Facility, Frazeysburg, OH Sr Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Customer Service, Sales Manufacturing Manufacturing Capabilities Locations Proprietary and Confidential Manufacturing Capabilities We are the manufacturer NOT an assembler!! Proprietary and Confidential Investment in Our Future Proprietary and Confidential Ensuring the BEST Raw Materials Proprietary and Confidential Good, Engineered Laminate Good Laminate vs Bad Laminate Bad Laminate vs. Ridge Series 50 Competitor Material • • • • • • • • • • 0.043 Thick 0.31 lb/ft² 713 lbs puncture strength 63-65% glass content Consistent fiber distribution & wet out Proprietary and Confidential 0.063 Thick 0.36 lb/ft² 408 lbs puncture strength 40-45% glass content Inconsistent fiber distribution & poor wet out Thermoplastic, Continuous Fiber Thermoplastic vs Thermoset Thermoset, Chopped Fiber vs. Uniform, consistent fiber distribution Proprietary and Confidential Inconsistent fiber distribution Internal testing to ensure the highest quality & performance Vertically integrated to ensure the best raw materials Engineering Expertise Continuous improvement to both reduce weight and increase strength/durability Result is a lighter weight, stronger, higher performance material = Series Materials All Ridge products are 100% recyclable and Styrene free Certified to ISO 9001:2015 standards Proprietary and Confidential Series Materials Food Safety Both DymondPly™ and PolarX™ materials are compliant with FDA Direct Food Contact standards BioStat technology; inhibiting microbial and fungal growth for the life of the trailer or truck body Protects against stains and unwanted odors Protects underlying insulating foam form moisture intrusion and degradation Seals off any outgassing Easily cleaned with all FDA compliant cleaners per industry best practices 100% recyclable and styrene free Proprietary and Confidential ISO 9001:2015 Proprietary and Confidential Ridge Product Portfolio Proprietary and Confidential DymondPly™ Dry Van Lining Systems Panels available in a variety of profiles to fit into post design Cleaner, stronger (abrasion and puncture resistance) than plywood and HDPE Hydrophobic, resists corrosion, mildew, degradation, and can be easily cleaned Royal Watson™ surface treatment for glossy, white finish; Flip side Surlok™ surface treatment for enhanced adhesion to urethane adhesives and adhesive tapes HD Series features a woven reinforcement structure on exterior surface for wear and abrasion protection for use in heavy duty ceiling, front wall, and side wall applications Proprietary and Confidential DymondPly™ Snap-In Panels Proprietary and Confidential Made up of Series 50 material. Over 2x’s the puncture strength vs HDPE. Weight reduction of nearly 200 lbs per trailer vs HDPE panels. Precise fit eliminating rattle, expands/contracts at the same rate as aluminum. DymondPly™ – 1 Piece Front wall Proprietary and Confidential DymondPly™ – 2 Piece Front wall Proprietary and Confidential DymondPly™ – 3 Piece Front wall Proprietary and Confidential DymondPly™ – 3 Piece Front wall Proprietary and Confidential DymondPly™ – Front Wall Benchmarking Proprietary and Confidential PolarX™ Refrigerated Liners Proprietary fiber orientation and thermoplastic resins FDA compliant to Direct Food Contact standards Universally bondable, integral wall; Surlok™ and Royal Watson™; Dow Chemical tested for max foam adhesion Chemical bond to PU foams and adhesives, much stronger than scrim cloths Patented ultrasonic welded integral scuff and wall High impact and far better abrasion resistance when compared to aluminum or FRP Industry leading strength to weight ratio 100% Recyclable Proprietary and Confidential Sonic welded upper wall to lower scuff band; patented process exclusive to Ridge PolarX™ Integral Wall Design Water tight seam between upper wall & scuff protects underlying foam from moisture intrusion & degradation Available in various scuff heights for increased protection Single piece construction, helps prevent out-gassing and supports the integrity of the foam insulation Process capable of welding up to 60’ Proprietary and Confidential Upper wall & scuff seam Scrim Cloth = Mechanical Bond = Chemical Bond PolarX™ Foam Adhesion Proprietary and Confidential Our patented Surlok™ interior surface is optimized for PU foams and adhesives. Chemical/structural bond, much stronger than mechanical bond. Foam now the weak link, Dow Chemical tested and verified. Provides a bright interior; especially when paired with DymondPly liners, front walls, and scuff SolarX™ Higher strength and lighter weight than traditional roof sheet, including .040 aluminum! Will not become brittle or darken over time 100% Recyclable materials like all Ridge products Proprietary and Confidential SolarX™ Property SolarX - SX060 SolarX LDV - SX045 0.040" Aluminum ETR Thickness (in) 0.059 0.047 0.040 0.074 Areal Weight (lb sq/ft) 0.42 0.33 0.57 0.48 Puncture Strength lbs (1/2" Ball) 814 592 611 214 Proprietary and Confidential Competitive Translucent Roof Thermoset 1 year age difference, yellowing/darkening Proprietary and Confidential SolarX LDV – SX045 Other Translucent Roof SolarX stays bright and will not yellow or darken; SolarX is 100% recyclable!! Thermosets yellow, darken and become brittle; end of life is land fill SolarX LDV Comparison Proprietary and Confidential Other Translucent Roof SolarX Comparison Proprietary and Confidential SolarX™ Benchmark Comparisons Proprietary and Confidential SolarX™ - Tear Strength – ASTM D624 Proprietary and Confidential SolarX-VCR Vaulted Composite Roof Exterior Side Interior Side Proprietary and Confidential Any of these an issue for your fleet? Damaged Roof Bows? Condensation Damaging Freight? Need more cube?? Proprietary and Confidential NO roof bows required Providing ~1/2” more cube SOLARX VCR™ Single piece construction, up to 53’ in length and 102+” wide 1” arch throughout with no shims required at the nose or rear frame Proprietary, high density foam core Vaulted Composite Roof Blue foam core standard Clear foam core available to provide translucent properties Three options available to fit application LDV – For truck bodies and minimal damage LTL’s looking for additional cube Standard – For truckload carriers HD – For heavy duty automotive hauls, for those using a roof liner currently Proprietary and Confidential SolarX-VCR– Translucent Vaulted Roof Bright interior, even with the door shut and in the shade!! Proprietary and Confidential SolarX-VCR Vaulted Roof – Opaque Proprietary and Confidential SolarX-VCR LDV Nominal Thickness – 0.538” Nominal Weight – 0.90 lbs. sq./ft SolarX VCR Specs SolarX-VCR Nominal Thickness – 0.571” Nominal Weight – 1.16 lbs. sq./ft SolarX-VCR HD Nominal Thickness – 0.605” Nominal Weight – 1.57 lbs. sq./ft Proprietary and Confidential I forgot to mention….the composite trailer stays cooler than aluminum in the sun and there’s more CUBE. Proprietary and Confidential Available at these OEM’s Proprietary and Confidential TransCore™ Proprietary and Confidential TransCore™ Proprietary and Confidential Resilient, direct replacement to plywood, sandwich panels, and FRP for all modes of transportation… land, sea, air Proprietary HERCULEAN™ foam core technology TransCore™ Impervious to rot, mold, and mildew No bond lines N0 Styrene, 100% recyclable Prop 65 Friendly BioStat Technology Proprietary and Confidential Composite structural sandwich panel High strength thermoplastic skins with 0/90 continuous glass fiber Thermoplastic structural foam core, similar resin make up as skins Molecular bond, heat and pressure to consolidate skins to core, no adhesives used Different skin thicknesses and foam densities available to match spec based on needs of application TransCore™ Compression Screw/Fasenter retention Stiffness R-Value Bondable skins standardfor structural bonding assembly, optimized for urethanes Other surface treatments available CNC routing capability (up to 10’ x 60’) Impervious to rot, mold, mildew 100% Recyclable materials CA Prop 65 friendly, NO Styrene Proprietary and Confidential TransCore™ Durability and Resilience – Video 25lb Slug Drop Test at 8’ Proprietary and Confidential Ridge Structural Panels – Air Cargo Containers Proprietary and Confidential EMS Vehicles – Replacing Aluminum skinned Composite Proprietary and Confidential TransCore™ Proprietary and Confidential TransCore™ Proprietary and Confidential TransCore w/ VGS for Final Mile Delivery Thickness (in) Weight (lbs sq/ft) Proprietary and Confidential TransCore Foam Cored Upfit Floor w/ VGS 0.411 0.77 TransCore Recylced Core Upfit Floor w/ VGS 0.187 1.24 CNC Capability Proprietary and Confidential Single Piece Design for Quick & Easy Install! Proprietary and Confidential Continuous Glass Fiber Skins Allow for Precise Fit! Proprietary and Confidential CNC Capability for All Makes/Models Proprietary and Confidential Cutaway Flooring Proprietary and Confidential PolarX-CRV “Constant R-Value” Insulated Panels Proprietary and Confidential Strategic partnership w/ #1 trailer OEM Hyundai Translead PolarX CRV w/ BioStat Technology & Neptune Truck Launch of product at 2019 NACV in Atlanta, GA Proprietary and Confidential PolarX CRV w/ BioStat Technology & NitroThermotech Proprietary and Confidential Use of Nitrogen to preserve perishable foods Running sound level less than ambient noise Controlled Atmosphere Technology Green process; N naturally found in air we breath Can be used for transportation OR warehousing PolarX CRV compliments technology… GREEN! 100% Recyclable Sealed surfaces One-piece construction eliminates leak points Bondable surfaces allows for bonded, rivet free, construction Proprietary and Confidential 2-Part Polyurethane Lord 7542 Lord 7545 1-Part Polyurethane Surlok Technology – Recommended Adhesives Loctite ProLine Premium Polyurethane Construction Adhesive Liquid Nails Polyurethane Gorilla Glue Construction Adhesive 1-Part Polyurethane Reactive Hot Melt (PUR) Henkel Technomelt PUR 3631 HB Fuller Rapidex Series Daubert Daubond Series 2-Part Methyl Methacrylate Plexus MA 830 Lord 406/19 Proprietary and Confidential Adhesives – Lap Shear Strength Proprietary and Confidential Nationwide, knowledgeable sales group Tools & Resources Available John Maynie – Sr. Director of Business Development Customer Fulfillment group Sales@RidgeCorp.com Ridge website – NEW! 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