TITAN™ - Move Gas, not Steel!

LIGHTSTORE™ - More Range, Less Cost!

TUFFSHELL® - Get paid for Load, not pay for weight!

Lincoln Composites and Ragasco offer the TUFFSHELL®, TITAN™ & LIGHTSTORE™ Type 4 composite cylinders are manufactured by computer controlled, high-speed filament winding process developed and refined over 5 decades. With more than 150,000 cylinders mounted to road vehicles worldwide, these products represent the international bench mark for high quality and light weight cylinders, outcompeting steel in both performance and cost.

TUFFSHELL®, TITAN™ & LIGHTSTORE™ cylinders have a high-density polymeric liner that offers superior resistance to corrosion, stress cracking and cyclic fatigue. The patented interlocking of the liner to the boss interface provides a leak proof seal between the plastic liner and the metal end bosses.

Space-Age Performance:

When new lightweight pressure vessels were needed for the NASA Space programmes, Lincoln Composites, USA led the way. The technology has been used for mission critical applications like Aircraft emergency power, Ejection systems, Skylab gas cylinders, Space Shuttle high pressure containment & Satellite propulsion systems. Today there is a similar requirement for earthbound alternate fuel vehicles, and the Hexagon Composites group provides the right solutions to the global market. With 50 years of experience in advanced composites, the customer gets the most reliable product with the longest

and safest history in the industry.

The Company:

The Hexagon Composites Group is the world leader in the design and manufacture of ultra light weight composite cylinders for LPG, CNG, Biomethane and Hydrogen applications. Its group companies Lincoln Composites, USA and Ragasco AS, Norway offer a wide range of solutions for storage of compressed gases for

NGVs and Gas transportation. With its global presence the Hexagon Composites group is a trusted, proven and reliable partner of OEM’s and gas distribution companies worldwide.

Experts in Development and Manufacturing

The cylinders have a structural shell wound from a hybrid of high strength carbon fibre blended with tough glass filaments. Combining these fibres with the proprietary resin systems provides outstanding toughness and durability against UV and significantly enhances the impact damage tolerance and mitigating damage from chemical or environmental attack as well as abrasion from improper handling or accidents.

The TITAN™, the world`s largest composite high pressure cylinder reduces cost for road transportation of CNG and other gases often by more than 50%.

TUFFSHELL® fuel cylinders from Lincoln Composites can be used for storage of Compressed Natural Gas and Hydrogen up to 1050 bar service pressure for use in buses, trucks and gas transportation.

LIGHTSTORE™ fuel cylinders from Ragasco are used for CNG applications in passenger cars and Light Commercial Vehicles being designed to fit into available space.

ECE R 110 ISO 11439 KGSC, KoreaNGV2, DOT(USA) KHK ADR

PED TPED ISO/DIS 15869, EIHP draft, HGV2 draft/ METI-KHK for Hydrogen

Certification:

The products are tested and certified in accordance with various international standards. The international standards generally followed are listed below.

Commitment to Quality:Lincoln Composites & Ragasco have a long-standing commitment to the very highest levels of product quality. Our quality system has its roots in Space and Defence programmes and today is successfully meeting the requirements of vehicle OEMs as well as large oil and gas companies. The products have been crash tested by customers successfully and we have an unmatched safety record in the industry. Quality is a commitment and tradition of which we are very proud. The efforts are guided by:

• Total Quality Management philosophy

• Dedication to continuous improvement in product and process

• Exhaustive certification and testing

The Cutting-Edge Advantage

• Weight -• As low as 30% of the weight of a equivalent Steel cylinder• Increases payload of vehicle• Reduces structural redesigning• Improves fuel efficiency• Reduces maintenance due to lower wear and tear

• Safety - • Additional safety margins in fire due to ability to self release gas in high temperature• High impact strength even in high impact collisions – Meets harsh crash requirements of

Mercedes Benz & GM Opel• 20 years of safety record

• Corrosion and Fatigue - • No inside or outside corrosion • Ideal for use in vehicle underbody, coastal areas and marine applications

• Product Life - • No inside or outside corrosion • Ideal for use in vehicle underbody, coastal areas and marine applications

• Retesting Requirements - • Manufacturer requires periodic visual inspection only (at 36 month intervals)• No hydraulic retesting required. Significantly reduces operational cost • Increases utilisation for operations

• Life Cycle Costs - • Based on various factors, less than steel.

• Standards - • Type 4 cylinders exceeding the requirements of all current international standards

• Environment - • Lower carbon footprint and pollution due to lighter weight = less energy required to move

and transport composite cylinders.

Product Sizes: Type 4 cylinders are available in many standard sizes:

LIGHTSTORE™ - More Range, Less Cost• Diameters vary from 150 mm to 410 mm and

lengths from 500 mm to 1300 mm • Cylinder sizes available from 10 l to 100 l of

water volume• Working pressure 200/250 bar

TUFFSHELL® - Get paid for load, Not pay for weight• Diameters vary from 230 mm to 660 mm and

lengths from 800 mm to 3600 mm • Cylinder volumes vary from 100 l to 820 l of

water volume • Working pressure 200/250/350/500/700/950/1050

bar

TITAN™ - Move Gas, Not Steel• Diameter of 1040 mm and lengths fit container

applications from 30` to 40` standard ISO • Cylinder volumes vary from 6150 l to 8500 l water

volume• Working pressure 250 bar

Modular Fuel Storage Systems:

Modular lightweight cylinder packs consisting of cylinders, valves, pressure relief devices (PRDs), interconnect plumbing, support frame, interface brackets, external covers and the fuel system are available. These fully assembled and leak tested modules are self-contained and have a single point connection for quick installation. The flexible mounting design of the modules is easily adapted to a variety of roof and chassis mounting interfaces for the buses and trucks.

• Cost effective and easy to install - Reduces cost of your inventory and purchasing efforts

• Lightest weight and largest volume cylinder systems on the market with minimized number of cylinders - Lowest system cost increases your competitiveness

• Reduces overall vehicle weight and allows increased payload capacity - Ensures maximum payload and lowest fuel cost and emissions

• Built as fully assembled and leak-tested modules meeting relevant G-load requirements with high safety margins - Safe, durable, optically appealing and maintenance friendly storage systems allowing for easy re-inspection and drainage.

Frame Plumbing CoversAluminum or phosphate treated,

powder coated steelManual or solenoid valves Aluminium or powder coated

steel panelsLightweight, durable structure at

a low costPRDs and stainless steel tubing &

fittingsBolted (for easy removal)

Lifting eyes to handle packs under installation or

maintenance

Single point fills and vents outlets

Access doors

Get the Advantage that matters!

The Type 4 composite cylinders can be used in the energy recovery drive system which offers significant fuel savings and increased efficiency. Energy is stored in the hydraulic accumulators during braking and then used to accelerate the vehicle. Significant fuel savings achieved in applications with high stop/

start duty cycles like city buses, garbage trucks & delivery vehicles. These cylinders offer in excess of 80% reduction in weight over metal accumulators.

TUFFSHELL® bus packs are designed to be maintenance friendly. The access doors allow cylinders and system plumbing to be easily inspected during routine preventative maintenance. The robust design of the isolation mounts, frame and protective covers of the pack provide a structurally sound storage compartment that will absorb the loads that occur during everyday use of the vehicle and minimizes damage occurring during accidents and impact.

Hydrogen:

The TUFFSHELL® gaseous fuel cylinders designed and produced by Lincoln Composites are also designed to be used for hydrogen applications. TUFFSHELL® hydrogen cylinders are the lightest weight cylinders available in the world today and offer superior fatigue life, excellent durability and low permeation at a competitive cost. The world’s largest automotive manufacturers have used the TUFFSHELL® cylinders for their advanced technology prototype hydrogen fuel cell vehicles. Lincoln Composite’s ability to change operating pressure, lengths and diameters to meet the exacting industry expectations makes our product ideal for hydrogen usage.

Automotive Hydraulic Hybrid Accumulators:

Diameter D [mm] 178 210 276 274 274 355 362 408 Water Volume [l] 11.4 16.8 28.9 33.8 35.8 43 125 85Tare weight [Kg] 4.5 6.1 10.5 10.9 11.5 12.8 40 23Length Total [mm] 650 700 700 830 880 631 1600 879

StandardSizesandSpecificationsataServicepressureof200Bar:

LIGHTSTORE™

Diameter D [mm] 178 210 276 274 274 355 362 408 Water Volume [l] 11.4 16.8 28.9 33.8 35.8 43 125 85Tare weight [Kg] 4.5 6.1 10.5 10.9 11.5 12.8 40 23Length Total [mm] 650 700 700 830 880 631 1600 879

TUFFSHELL®200:

Diameter D [mm] 178 210 276 274 274 355 362 408 Water Volume [l] 11.4 16.8 28.9 33.8 35.8 43 125 85Tare weight [Kg] 4.5 6.1 10.5 10.9 11.5 12.8 40 23Length Total [mm] 650 700 700 830 880 631 1600 879

TUFFSHELL®250:Servicepressure250bar

Note : Based on volumes and requirements, other sizes are available.

The TITAN™ cylinders, worlds largest Type 4 composite cylinders with DOT approval can be used for bulk transportation of Compressed Natural Gas (CNG), Hydrogen, Nitrogen, Helium and other non-oxidizing gases. This solution is available in 30 and 40 feet standard container configurations.

The TITAN™ bulk transport solutions

How the TITAN™ compares to Steel:

Description TITAN™ Trailer Type I Steel Trailer Cylinder

Cylinders per module 5 162Total Water Volume [l] 40,150 20,250Total trailer Weight including Gas [Kg] 28,500 33,750

Container 10 Feet 20 Feet 2 x 20 FeetNo. of cylinders 16/ 20 40 80Unit Volume [l] 450 450 450Volumeat250bar[l] 7,200/ 9,000 18,000 36,000Methane capacity @ 15 C [SCM] 2,160/ 3,000 5,400 10,800Methane weight [Kg] 1,620/ 2,250 4,050 8,100Weight of loaded module [Kg] 5,750/ 7,250 14,050 28,100

SMARTSTORE™ Modules for Gas Transportation:

TITAN™ Module:

Container Size 30 Feet 40 Feet 40 FeetNumber of cylinders 4 4 5Unit volume of cylinder [l] 6,150 8,500 8,500/6,150Volume@250bar[l] 24,600 34,000 40,150Methane capacity @ 15 C [Kg] 5,535 7,467 8,828Weight of loaded module [Kg] 20,000 23,000 27,500 (with wheels)

Lincoln Composites5117,NW40thLincoln,Nebraska68524USAwww.lincolncomposites.comEmail: tuffshell@lincolncomposites.comPh:+1-800-279-TANKor+1-402-470-5000

Hexagon Composites ASAKorsegata 8PO Box 836, Sentrum6001, AlesundNORWAYwww.hexagon.noEmail:office@hexagon.noPh:+47-7011-6445

Ragasco ASBuilding 306, Industrial ParkBox50,2831,RaufossNORWAYwww.ragasco.comEmail : info@ragasco.comPh:+47-6115-1600

Ourglobalcustomerbasedemonstratesthesafety,reliabilityandcosteffectivebenefitsofour Type 4 composite cylinders.

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