01. GROUPE MECALAC 02. MCR FOCUS 03. Backhoe Loaders focus 04. product OVERVIEW 05. history 06. mecalac facts

CONEXPO 2017 Mecalac at conexpo BOOTH S6439-SILVER 3 / OUTDOOR AREA Henri Marchetta, Chairman and CEO, Alexandre Marchetta, his son, Executive Vice President

“For the past 40 years, innovation, accuracy and the search for performance have been the keywords of our company’s vision. At Mecalac, we imagine the machines designed for the construction sites of the 21st century. Since every job has its own characteristics and restrictions, since each country has its own culture, we build machines that respond perfectly to today’s challenges. Our machines are created by men and women for men and women. We are proud to be human innovators who improve on and push back the limits of our client’ objectives.”

Henri Marchetta, Chairman and CEO, Groupe Mecalac S.A.

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Europe’s Mecalac arrives in America, Introduces a new approach for streamlining job site management at CONEXPO-CON/AGG 2017, Las Vegas

MECALAC LAUNCHES OPERATIONS IN THE AMERICAS building on the past and intend to support the sales Key U.S. target markets for Mecalac machines are and service network already established. Mecalac urban job sites that require space management and wants to send the message loud and clear that we versatility in the building, construction, civil engineering are a family-owned business dedicated to maintaining (pipe, electrical, cable laying) and landscaping sectors. relationships and deeply committed to the quality and In the goal of moving into both North and South stability of our products.” America, Groupe Mecalac has created a holding company based in the U.S.: Mecalac Americas LLC. Responding to a great deal of interest from U.S. Groupe Mecalac Vice President Alexandre Marchetta contractors across the ocean, Mecalac launched envisions an “organic” approach to expanding distribution in the U.S. in February 2016 by signing distribution throughout the Americas. “We will a cooperation with Massachusetts-based Lorusso gradually introduce more products when markets Heavy Equipment (LHE). LHE will distribute loaders are ready and opportunities arise. We foresee a mix and excavators in, Connecticut, Rhode Island and of current and new distributors depending on market Massachusetts. LHE will market MCR Crawler Skid- conditions.” Excavators, AX and AF Wheel Loaders and, later this year, the new MWR Wheeled Excavator. Acting on the desire to broaden the company’s range of products, distribution reach and industrial know- how, Mecalac acquired the Terex production facility A NEW EQUATION BUZZING IN THE HALLS OF in Coventry, England in December 2016, it becomes CONEXPO-CON/AGG THIS YEAR: “1 + 1 = 3”. Mecalac Construction Equipment UK Ltd. This unit This equation sums up the guiding principle of manufacturers a full range of high-tech backhoe Mecalac, the award-winning manufacturer of compact loaders, site dumpers formerly sold under the Fermec excavators and loaders based in Annecy-le-Vieux, and Benford brands, it also includes compaction France. Mecalac Marketing Manager Patrick Brehmer rollers. This purchase will expand Mecalac’s range stresses, “Ours is a very different approach from other of compact equipment designed for urban settings to manufactures who are focused on individual products. include machines for more massive work sites often At Mecalac, we are process-oriented and are driven by found in the Americas. a job site approach, not a product approach.”

In the U.S. the distribution of the backhoe loaders and Why process-oriented? “Because” explains Brehmer, site dumpers designed and manufactured in the UK “we are interested in changing the way work gets will continue. Marchetta emphasizes, “We believe in accomplished and making the job site safer. We start

4 PRESS NOTE mecalac by analyzing the entire job site where safety, comfort, AWARD-WINNING TECHNOLOGY usability and ultimately cost-efficiency and profitability Innovation is one of the pillars of Mecalac’s strategic for the contractor are all important criteria. This foundation. The company has earned numerous methodology creates new architecture that is changing patents, design and innovation awards in France and the game from all standpoints.” Germany. In particular, they introduced the CONNECT® quick coupling system and the Kinematics boom, now Case in point: the MCR Crawler Skid-Excavator being standard features on their product range. demonstrated on Mecalac’s booth at CONEXPO. The MCR is in fact two hyper-performing machines in COMPANY PROFILE: A GLOBAL PLAYER one: a skid steer and an excavator, fortified with a Mecalac S.A., headquartered in Annecy-le-Vieux, telehandler equipped with a unique versatile boom. France, manufactures a wide range of compact Both hydraulic and electronic technologies are applied, excavators and loaders designed for urban, railway transforming the user interface. This machine is faster, and utility construction sites. Founded in 1974, safer, smarter, leaner and more powerful than any of Mecalac has manufacturing facilities in France, its competition - 150% loader, 150% excavator – it can Germany, Turkey and now in the U.K. and a network do more than the sum of the 2 machines with a single of 200 authorized dealers and service partners operator… 1 + 1 = 3. By providing one machine to do in Europe, Africa, Australia and the U.S. The company multiple jobs, the Job Site Manager has more freedom, is driven by a 3-prong strategic foundation based on more possibilities, less need for manual work, a safer innovation, excellence and growth. Product design is and easier work environment. “This is how we achieve an evolving process, integrating the best of the many process innovation,” Brehmer explains. countries and cultures the company spans.

This new gateway to the American market prompted Mecalac to exhibit for the first time at CONEXPO 2017 in Las Vegas, March 7-11, 2017. They will display nine machines on their Booth S6439 in the Silver 3 Outdoor Area. Mecalac models include the 6-, 8- and 10- ton MCR Crawler Excavators, the 9- and 15- ton MWR Wheeled Excavators, the AX 850 Wheel Loader and the AF1200 Wheel Loader. Terex models include the 6- ton Patrick Brehmer, TA6S site dumper and the TLB840R Backhoe Loader. Head of Marketing, The 6MCR will be demonstrated. Product Management & Design

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The MCR Crawler Skid-Excavator is revolutionizing how U.S. contractors are getting the job done

As AJ Lorusso puts it, the Mecalac MCR Crawler hydraulic attachments. Above all, it responds perfectly Skid-Excavator “is light years ahead of anything on to the industry trend toward tighter urban spaces with the U.S. market today”. President of Massachusetts- its compact radius and small footprint. based Lorusso Heavy Equipment (LHE), Lorusso had The MCR Crawler Skid-Excavator is in fact the perfect been watching videos online of the European machine realization of Mecalac’s highly innovative process- for five years. He was riveted by how this unique and oriented philosophy (as opposed to other product- highly versatile piece of equipment had changed the oriented manufacturers). By virtue of the extensive way contractors excavated and moved material in range of jobs it can perform, the MCR transforms Europe. It demonstrated multi-functionality like he the way work is performed on the job site. Its multi- had never seen before and he claims, “this machine function ability reduces the number of machines, the had no weaknesses.” Then he saw the MCR at bauma number of man-hours and the amount of fuel required, in Germany before he finally got in touch with the right greatly facilitating the Job Site Manager’s job. Its person at Mecalac France in January 2016. Lorusso ergonomic architecture and ease of operation result recounts that “everything clicked” with Mecalac in less on-the-job injuries and a smoother work flow. principals. Within a month, LHE launched sales of the It has proven to hold the highest utilization rate in its Mecalac all-terrain high-speed MCR skid excavator in class, achieving 700-800 hours per year as opposed to New England. its competition at 500 hours per year.

The MCR is in fact two high-performance machines Lorusso projects that MCR sales will represent 50% in one: a skid steer and an excavator, fortified with a of his equipment business by the end of 2017. His telehandler equipped with a unique versatile boom. It customers in building, public works and landscaping goes 2-3 times faster than any other mini-excavator on are putting it to work on small excavation projects, the market (6.2 mph); it can rotate 360° while carrying septic system installation, site work, driveway and 40% of its own weight and it offers a 360° view to its utility work. He believes the 6 and 8 ton models will operator. Its boom can lift and load materials to a sell the most. He adds, “Mecalac is bringing very height up to 16 ft.; it folds to 131 degrees for maximum very innovative products to the U.S. market; they stability and lifting performance. Its CONNECT® will lower the cost of equipment ownership for our quick coupling system allows switching attachments customers.” in seconds, and auxiliary hydraulics enable standard

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MCR CRAWLER SKID-EXCAVATOR AVAILABLE IN to 6.2 mph. This new concept is a fine example of how 3 MODELS innovative design can combine comfort, productivity, economy and improved working methods with the THE 6MCR HIGH-SPEED SKID-EXCAVATOR – 6-TON protection of the environment. A simple selector switch The 6MCR is equipped with the Mecalac attachment. lets the driver change from compact excavator mode The Kinematics® mechanism patented by Mecalac is to compact loader mode, and then back again, all the common denominator of all Mecalac excavators using the same commands. The Mecalac CONNECT® and gives them one of Mecalac’s unique and unequalled attachment means that a tool can be changed in just values: the compact design in width, length and height. a few seconds, without the need to get down from This allows the operator to adapt to all situations to the cab. The control lever functionality is a major work closer to the machine, to dig a trench behind a wall innovation; it allows the operator to switch over to or a crash barrier, to lay sand, to load in the narrowest loader mode, thus significantly improving productivity, alleys and in the most difficult sites. The attachment ease of use and site organization. is at the center of the three essential functions of the 6MCR: digging, loading and lifting. These functions are THE 10MCR HIGH-SPEED SKID EXCAVATOR - 9.4/10 instantly activated by changing tools in just seconds, TON without leaving the cab, thanks to the CONNECT® quick The 10MCR is particularly suitable for work demanding coupler. With this hydraulic tool holder, the Mecalac high performance in digging and handling. This attachment allows the 6MCR unit to excel in each machine offers remarkable advantages for companies of these tasks, to exceed the user’s expectations, to focusing on the intelligent management and bring an undeniable advantage in performance, agility, profitability of the job site. These include compactness compact design, profitability and quality. both on the ground and in elevation, the Kinematics®of the Mecalac boom, superior performance typical of THE 8MCR HIGH-SPEED SKID EXCAVATOR – 8 TON higher weight machines, unequalled operating speed The 8MCR is a tracked machine design, combining the and versatility. The 10MCR also works to protect the features of a compact 7.2/7.6 ton excavator housing operator and surrounding environment. The two the engine and equipment on the upper section, operating modes - compact excavator and compact with those of a fast, compact loader on a triangular, loader - can be selected with a simple switch for tracked chassis. The 8MCR can move at a speed of up each function through standard ISO commands. The

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functions on the control levers allow a zero adjustment Turkey and now in the U.K. and a network of 200 time and are considerably easier to use than those on authorized dealers and service partners in Europe, standard equipment. The well-designed cab is one of Africa, Australia and the U.S. The company is driven the most spacious available in its class, resulting in by a 3-prong strategic foundation based on innovation, less fatigue and better focus for the operator within excellence and geographic development. Product the work area. design is an evolving process, integrating the best of the many countries and cultures the company spans. The 6- ton 6MCR will be demonstrated on the Mecalac Booth S6439 in the Silver 3 Outdoor Area at CONEXPO. The 8- and 10- ton models will also be exhibited.

Mecalac S.A., headquartered in Annecy-le-Vieux, France, manufactures a wide range of compact excavators and loaders designed for urban, railway and utility construction sites. Founded in 1974, Mecalac has manufacturing facilities in France, Germany,

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Mecalac presents the Terex TLB840R -One of a range of rugged, versatile and highly productive Backhoe Loaders Raising prospects in the U.S. market

Following its acquisition of the Terex Coventry plant’s dependable machinery that yields a high return on compact construction business in December 2016, investment. Mecalac is featuring the new Terex TLB840R backhoe loader on their booth at CONEXPO in Las Vegas, Configured to meet the rental market’s need for a March 7-11, 2017. Mecalac Vice President Alexandre high-performance backhoe with a low acquisition Marchetta sees the Terex backhoe loader line as a cost, the competitively priced TLB840R backhoe loader valuable addition to the Mecalac portfolio that clearly is designed to give rental business owners a more responds to a need in the U.S. market. “We are immediate return on investment without sacrificing breaking new ground with this Terex range of versatile, performance or quality. The TLB840R backhoe loader is innovative and efficient backhoe loaders. This line equipped with a powerful 74-hp, Tier 4 final 4-cyclinder represents a tremendous opportunity for Mecalac to Deutz electronic fuel injection diesel engine, a 4-speed become a bigger presence in the U.S. market. The synchro shuttle transmission and a robust hydraulic Mecalac group is 100% committed to standing behind system to excel at digging, reaching, lifting and this exceptional line of machines and ensuring a loading tasks. The engine, transmission, and hydraulic smooth transition that will work for customers and systems have all been designed for easy maintenance distributors alike.” by rental company technicians and mechanics.

Designed to increase productivity and profitability, the The design of the TLB840R resulted from taking a good Terex backhoe loaders are powerful workhorses armed hard look at the needs of the rental customers so it is with a host of new features aimed at enhancing comfort, configured specifically for the market. With the growth reducing driver fatigue and aiding productivity. Each forecast for the North American rental industry continuing model features a curved boom design for outstanding to be encouraging well into 2017, it was an opportune time reach and dig depth. The operator is afforded maximum to poll the customers in the rental community to gain a comfort with ergonomically designed controls, climate better understanding of the market’s specific needs and control and a lumbar-supporting suspension seat. to know how to help them be more competitive. Because Service points are conveniently positioned within easy rental rates are driven by equipment acquisition costs and reach of ground level. utilization, the company focused on a product that would be competitively priced without sacrificing the quality and The new TLB840R backhoe loader is in the spotlight features the company’s backhoe products are known for, on the Mecalac booth at CONEXPO. This machine at a price point that drives return on investment for the delivers what the rental channel demands – versatile, customers.

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With a 9,441 lbf bucket breakout force, a loader lift excavators and loaders designed for urban, railway and capacity of 7,291 lbf and bucket capacity of 1.0 yd3, utility construction sites. Mecalac has manufacturing this new Terex backhoe loader offers high-capacity facilities in France, Germany, Turkey and now in the production to tackle any project where a backhoe is U.K. and a network of 200 authorized dealers and needed. Terex has designed this unit to give operators service partners in Europe, Africa, Australia and unrestricted visibility to the bucket edge, which is ideal the U.S. The group acquired the Terex Coventry, UK in grading applications. The curved boom design and production facility in December 2016, thus adding up to 13-ft 5-in loading height (with an extendable stick) backhoe loaders, site dumpers and compaction rollers of the new TLB840R backhoe loader offers operators to its portfolio. Founded in 1974, the company is driven excellent clearance to reach up and over obstacles, by a 3-prong strategic foundation based on innovation, as well as and the ability to load closer into trucks for excellence and geographic development. Product greater productivity. design is an evolving process, integrating the best of the many countries and cultures the company spans. This rental-ready backhoe loader comes standard with 4-wheel drive, tilt steering wheel, suspension seat and selectable pattern change pilot controls. It can be ordered with either a canopy or fully enclosed cab that includes heat and A/C, as well as a choice of a standard Backhoe_Loader_TLB840R_CAB.jpg or extendable dipperstick. All Terex TLB840R backhoe loaders are equipped with a fully tilting hood for easy access to all service points, including the engine, oil cooler, radiator and air cleaner.

The Terex TLB840R backhoe loader will be displayed on the Mecalac Booth S6439 in the Silver 3 Outdoor Area at CONEXPO. The Terex line of backhoe loaders also includes models TX760B, TLB840, TLB850, TLB890 and TLB990.

Mecalac S.A., headquartered in Annecy-le-Vieux, France, manufactures a wide range of compact

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04. product OVERVIEW

WORLD PREMIERe: MWR

“Design is a key element in the identity of this Mecalac product. It is not just a matter of aesthetics but also of functionality, safety, and ergonomics. It is common knowledge that buying a machine has as much to do with its appearance and cab comfort as its performance. Beauty sells...”

Henri Marchetta, Chairman and Managing Director, Groupe Mecalac S.A.

WHEELED EXCAVATORS MECALAC CREATES NEW ARCHITECTURE FOR SOLUTIONS FOR THE USER WHEELED EXCAVATORS Lowering the center of gravity has proved to be the Wheeled excavators are at the heart of Mecalac’s key. There is nothing more stable than a telescopic business activity, and the company has established vehicle, as it must be inherently stable in order to carry itself as a major player in this market through its out its main role: handling loads in motion. One of the fundamentally distinctive machine ranges. At Mecalac, techniques used to guarantee maximum safety is the we believe that industrial offers of vehicles for installation of the cab as low as possible between the construction and public works need to have innovation wheels. The design process therefore drifted naturally at their core, which is why we constantly strive to find towards the distinctive architecture of this machine. new, practical solutions for construction sites. The solution was found in the fusion of a telescopic loader and a wheeled excavator. Using the solid strategy of observing its customers’ work and construction sites, Mecalac has been able Rather than add new solutions to its existing wheeled to identify an area for improvement for wheeled excavator ranges, Mecalac’s designers decided to excavators: their stability. The very architecture of create a new concept: a combination of the rotation of this type of vehicle, connected to an oscillating axle a wheeled excavator and the stability of a telescopic under the undercarriage and an upper carriage, gives handling vehicle. All the components in the upper it an intrinsically higher center of gravity. This results carriage have been lowered as much as possible, and in a lack of stability which leads to discomfort and the shapes of the upper carriage and undercarriage insecurity. On top of this, the inconvenient height of have been completely redesigned around the the cab means that the operator is forced to adopt oscillation of the wheels. The goal was to fit the upper unnatural, sometimes even hazardous, positions. In carriage as low as possible between the wheels while addition, the position of the diesel tank in the upper still retaining its full rotation, essential development part is not ideal for using a refueling system. criteria for improving the dynamic stability of the future Mecalac excavator. With the announcement It is these three key issues of stability, accessibility and of Mecalac’s MWR range, a new standard of lifting refueling that Mecalac is tackling with its new wheeled stability and performance has been born. excavator concept: the MWR range.

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One of the main design aims was to create an iconic in question, such as the engine and hydraulic pumps, vehicle whose functions are clearly manifested in a which have been lowered as much as possible in line cohesive and balanced architecture. The continuity with the new architecture, are now accessible from of the lines and the tension of the surfaces give the the ground without the operator having to climb into machine a unique dynamism which fully showcases the machine and putting himself or the technician its mobility and stability. The high level of attention at risk. Operations can now be carried out efficiently to detail and the shrewd use of new components and and easily. technologies have enabled us to make significant progress in the domain of vehicles for construction and Cab accessibility: The height drivers must climb to public works. This coveted stability can be clearly seen access the driver’s compartment in the MWR machines in the shape of the machine, where the rotating upper has been reduced. The two handrails, left and right, carriage is solidly integrated into the undercarriage. can be gripped without drivers needing to twist their The continuity of the lines between the upper and arms or wrists. Climbing down has also been designed lower parts showcases this integration by “anchoring” ergonomically, as the feet fall naturally into position the machine to the ground. on the steps, with no risk of slipping. All problems linked to driver’s compartment access, such as falls, A PRACTICAL DESIGN fractures, and muscle problems, are significantly Diesel refueling: Drivers fill the diesel tank on a daily reduced by this new architecture designed specifically basis. Thanks to a new swivel joint which is essential to ensure the comfort and safety of users. to maintaining full rotation, the tank, traditionally positioned on the upper carriage, has been integrated Dynamic stability: The shape of the machine itself is into the lower undercarriage, between the wheels. At a clear display of its stability, as its upper carriage shoulder-height, using the refueling system is simple, is fully inserted in the undercarriage. This lowered quick and safe. Without a diesel pump, this is a unique center of gravity helps to naturally anchor the machine advantage from Mecalac. towards the ground. Horizontal travel, including load handling, showcases the perfect balance of this There are also many different maintenance operations new Mecalac wheeled excavator. The user interface that the driver must carry out to guarantee the has also been completely redesigned. With just one machine’s performance and longevity. The mechanisms selector on the dashboard, the operator has the

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simple choice between one of three functions: park, 12MTX work, or drive. The entire machine, complete with The 12MTX, 2016 version, a 9.7 to machine equipped its oscillating axle, engine speed control and lights, with an 80kW engine, offers various improvements for adapts automatically to the selected sequence. Man even better ergonomics, safety, flexibility, functionality, and machine maneuver in perfect safety, day-to-day and reactivity. tasks are handled easily, and site performance and productivity are guaranteed. A single selector – a unique Mecalac feature – enables the 12MTX to change configuration instantly. With an A SOLID DESIGN STRATEGY obviously simple gesture the driver sets the controls to Mecalac excavators operate in urban and peri-urban those of an excavator or a loader - with all its functions environments, and their modern architecture blends in combined and “ready for use”. Equally easy it can be with their surroundings. Their innovative and distinctive put into parking or driving mode. At the flick of a wrist design contributes to the visual identity of the brand. a construction site will benefit from increased responsiveness, safety and thus profitability. Beyond the challenge, producing architectural excellence directly through innovation is an integral Getting in and out of the cab is one major reason for part of Mecalac’s DNA. The new Mecalac wheeled many on-site accidents. In 2016 it is no longer suitable excavator has not only become a practical, efficient that drivers are climbing onto wheels and slipping. and profitable work tool, but stands out from the Now there is a new patented solution from Mecalac, competition thanks to its design which fits seamlessly which comes as a standard on the 12MTX. A step is into the urban environment. automatically driven out when the operator raises the console to leave the cab. The MWR from Mecalac, was awarded the Bauma Innovation Award 2016 in Germany. The 12MTX from Mecalac, received an “Etoile du Design” award from the French Minister of Economy, World premier Design, Industry and Information Technology on The 9MWR (9 ton) and the 15MWR (15 ton) models are December 9, 2014. available in this new range. They are premiering at CONEXPO 2017, Las Vegas.

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CRAWLER EXCAVATORS it allows the operator to switch over to loader mode, 6MCR HIGH-SPEED SKID-EXCAVATOR (6 TON) thus significantly improving productivity, ease of use The 6MCR is equipped with the Mecalac attachment. and site organization. The Kinematics® mechanism patented by Mecalac is the common denominator of all Mecalac excavators and gives them one of Mecalac’s unique and unequalled 10MCR HIGH-SPEED SKID EXCAVATOR (9.4/10* TON) values: the compact design in width, length and height. The 10MCR is particularly suitable for work demanding This allows the operator to adapt to all situations to high performance in digging and handling. This work closer to the machine, to dig a trench behind machine offers remarkable advantages for companies a wall or a crash barrier, to lay sand, to load in the focusing on the intelligent management and narrowest alleys and in the most difficult sites. The profitability of the job site. These include compactness attachment is at the center of the three essential both on the ground and in elevation, the Kinematics® functions of the 6MCR: digging, loading and lifting. of the Mecalac boom, superior performance typical of These functions are instantly activated by changing higher weight machines, unequalled operating speed tools in just seconds, without leaving the cab, thanks to and versatility. The 10MCR also works to protect the the CONNECT® quick coupler. With this hydraulic tool operator and surrounding environment. The two holder, the Mecalac attachment allows the 6MCR unit operating modes - compact excavator and compact to excel in each of these tasks, to exceed the user’s loader - can be selected with a simple switch for expectations, to bring an undeniable advantage in each function through standard ISO commands. The performance, agility, compact design, profitability and functions on the control levers allow a zero adjustment quality. time and are considerably easier to use than those on standard equipment. The well-designed cab is the most spacious available in its class, resulting in less 8MCR HIGH-SPEED SKID EXCAVATOR (7.2/7.6* TON) fatigue and better focus for the operator within the The 8MCR is a tracked machine design, combining the work area. features of a compact excavator housing the engine *depending on configuration and equipment on the upper section, with those of a fast, compact loader on a triangular, tracked chassis. 10MCR-pallet_fork.jpg The 8MCR can move at a speed of up to 6.2 mph. This new concept is a fine example of how innovative design can combine comfort, productivity, economy and improved working methods with the protection of the environment. A simple selector switch lets the driver change from compact excavator mode to compact loader mode, and then back again, all using the same commands. The Mecalac CONNECT® attachment means that a tool can be changed in just a few seconds, without the need to get down from the cab. The control lever functionality is a major innovation;

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WHEEL LOADERS Mecalac, with its 3 series of swing loaders, wheel AS 900 loaders and telescopic loaders, is offering 9 models The AS 900 is also a member of the Mecalac Boosterline of wheel loaders in the compact range with a bucket and comes with a 55 kW stage III B Deutz turbo diesel capacity of 0.5 to 3.0 m³. engine. The versatile power pack with a bucket volume of 0.9-1.5 m³ features a Monoboom (Mecalac Single Special highlights are the four-wheel drive Mecalac Arm Power) with 2 lift cylinders + Boost. This results swing loaders. They are the world’s only swing loaders in considerably increased machine productivity. The AS without a decrease of tipping load when swiveling the 900 is particularly stable and powerful. For operation boom. With a working range of up to 180°, they are with a wide variety of attachments, a second joystick ideally suited for process-oriented work in confined and two proportional auxiliary hydraulic circuits are spaces (minimal traffic obstruction, time savings, fuel available as an option. The AS 900 comes as a 20, 30 savings). Another great advantage: Mecalac swing and 40 km/h version and with various rear consoles. loaders are extremely versatile. They can be used as This makes it easier to mount attachments such as a a wheel loader, off-road forklift, and excavator or for spreader or a trailer coupling. A spacious cabin with 2 lifting operations in confined spaces. A wide range of fully-fledged doors allows for low fatigue operation and attachments additionally offers an enormous variety of safe entry and exit even in confined spaces. The AS 900 capabilities. Booster was designed for demanding applications in the 1.0 m³ range and is ideally suited for use in building, road construction, gardening and landscaping, rental SWING LOADERS fleets and the recycling industry. AS 700 The AS 700 is the basic model in the professional AS 1600 segment and belongs to the newly developed The AS 1600 is the new flagship in the 11-ton class. The Boosterline series of Mecalac. Due to its Boost- powerful and particularly economic swing loader can kinematic, the lifting capacity can be increased be equipped with 1.6 – 2.5 m³ buckets. It was developed by 29%. The working area between the wheels is as a professional wheel loader meeting the highest increased by 32% compared to the previous model demands on performance, profitability, reliability, because of the particularly slender monoboom. Thus comfort and versatility. It is the only wheel loader of the swivel area can be better utilized. The Mecalac its class that offers a load over height of 3.40 m, and Four Wheel Drive with automatic steering adjustment with a turning radius of only 4.35 m across the rear it ensures maximum stability and maneuverability. With is ideal for confined worksites. The AS 1600 is powered a bucket capacity of 0.7-1.2 m³, the AS 700 is ideal by a water-cooled 90 kW stage III B Deutz turbo diesel for the use in rental fleets, construction, landscaping, engine with intercooler and diesel oxidation catalyst municipalities and the agricultural sector. The low- (DOC). The powerful common rail injection system maintenance, zero-play Mecalac chain operated and the electronic engine controller with intelligent swing system operates with a constant speed and link to the traction drive ensure an optimum usage of power. This facilitates the precise cable and pipe the engine power paired with low fuel consumption. laying in confined conditions. The automotive hydrostatic traction drive with three

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switching stages selectable jolt-free under load allow and the evaluation of machine data via the Mecadiag for an optimum adaption to the work situation while diagnostic system all work to noticeably facilitate helping optimize the fuel consumption. The additional daily work. The spacious operator’s cabin (Mecalac MDrive function lets you allocate the hand throttle and Panorama Cab) with ergonomic operating elements is the inching speed to the pedal and to individually set a further characteristic of the AX series. The articulated the inching speed. This significantly simplifies working AX850, featuring a bucket capacity of 0.85-1.5 m³, was with hydraulically operated attachments such as designed for rental fleets, gardening and landscaping, asphalt milling tool, mower, grader, plate compactor, and construction. or sweeper. The AS 1600 was specially designed for use in building, canalization and cable laying, track AX 1000 construction, agriculture and road construction. Featuring a bucket capacity of 1.0-1.6 m³, the professional machine for difficult construction sites comes through strong due to its powerful ® WHEEL LOADERS Z-Kinematics with two lift cylinders. Precise parallel adjustment, high break-out forces and short duty cycles AX 700 are the main characteristics of the newly developed, The new Mecalac AX series wins over with its robust- patented Kinematics®. The self-stabilizing articulated ness, low running costs, ease of operation, simplified pendulum joint is another outstanding product feature maintenance and, last but not least, a sleek design. All of the entire AX series in addition to the lockable axles loaders are equipped with the latest stage III B Deutz (100%). This is used to perfect the driving properties turbo diesel engines. The articulated AX 700 with a and to increase stability. Like all AX machines, the bucket volume of 0.7-1.2 m³ is an efficient machine AX 1000 is available with the longer Highlift boom, for every rental fleet. With a height of 2.47 m and a e.g. for loading 3 or 4 axle trucks with high sides. The bucket width of 1.60 m, the AX 700 is ideal for con- machines thus have a maximum load over height of fined construction sites. A highlight of the machine is 3300 mm. Compared to its predecessor, the new the temperature-dependent hydraulic fan control. It AX1000 has received a significant power boost: a thrust ensures the lowest noise emission and minimal fuel force increase by 8% to 4100 daN makes the loader consumption. The main areas of application for the much more agile. The main areas of application for the AX700 are rental fleets, gardening and landscaping, AX 1000 are rental fleets, gardening and landscaping, and construction. construction, and recycling.

AX 850 Whether it is used as a professional rental machine or for moderately difficult construction sites, the Monoboom appeals with its outstanding visibility. The quick-coupler, compatible with other brands, provides a high safety standard with the standard electrohydraulic interlock. The intelligent engine and traction drive concept of the AX series, a central multifunction display, the Mecalac MDrive function

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AF 1050 AF 1200 The four wheel steered AF 1050 is a member of The 6-ton AF 1200 with a bucket volume of 1.2-1.7 m³ Mecalac’s new Boosterline series. The power pack is also a member of the new Boosterline series. The with a bucket volume of 1.05-1.5 m³ features a Monoboom with Z lever Kinematics® ensures an even monoboom (Mecalac Single Arm Power) with 2 lift higher tear-out force and precise parallel guidance cylinders + Boost. This results in a considerably when working with the pallet forks. When loading with increased machine productivity. A spacious cabin with Boost, the unique Kinematics® amplifies the lifting 2 fully-fledged doors allows for low fatigue operation force by 17%. The Mecalac Four Wheel Drive with even during longer working hours. The powerful automatic steering adjustment ensures maximum auxiliary hydraulics allows road sweepers, plate stability and maneuverability. An intelligent cooling compactors, mowers, etc. to be operated. The AF1050 concept allows the cleaning intervals of the cooler to be is also available in a 40 km/h version and with a trailer prolonged. The hydrostatic fan drive ensures optimum, coupling. It was specially designed for use in building, temperature–controlled cooling power. This reduces road construction, gardening and landscaping and for both fuel consumption and noise emissions. The rental fleets. standard electro hydraulic quick-coupler is compatible with a large range of third-party attachments. The AF1200 has been designed for application in building, road construction, gardening and landscaping, and recycling.

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TELESCOPIC LOADERS AS 900 TELE AT 900 The AS 900 tele is a telescopic swing loader with a The four-wheel steered telescopic loader AT 900 was bucket capacity of 0.7-1.2 m³. Equipped with a pallet designed for stable, versatile operation in the most fork, it features a maximum lifting height of 4.72 m, a confined environments. The powerful, 55 kW strong maximum outreach of 3.50 m and a maximum carrying machine with a bucket capacity of 0.9 - 1.5 m³ features capacity of 2270 kg on the forks. The agile telescopic an enormous dumping height of 4.08 m at a dump angle loader is equipped with a 55 kW stage III B Deutz turbo of 45°. The newly developed Mecalac ZPlus-kinematics® diesel engine. The powerful auxiliary hydraulics allows boasts high and constant tear-out and reset forces and attachments such as a mower, a road sweeper, an a constant force curve across the entire tipping range. earth auger and a grab bucket to be operated. As an option, the machine can be equipped with an overload AT 1050 alarm. The AS 900tele was designed for use by towns With a stacking height up to 4.66 m and a payload on and municipalities, road maintenance authorities, pallet forks of 2860 kg, the AT 1050 is ideal for use in agriculture, building and recycling. handling. The new Mecalac ZPlus-kinematics® ensures exact parallel guidance of the pallet forks and provides a break-out force of 5800 daN. The AT 1050 can be equipped with bucket sizes from 1.05 to 1.6 m³. With the high reset force the Kinematics® offers, heavy attachments can be easily reset when at maximum reach.

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BACKHOE LOADERS Designed to increase productivity and profitability, Groupe Mecalac has designed this unit to give the Groupe Mecalac backhoe loaders are powerful operators unrestricted visibility to the bucket edge, workhorses armed with a host of new features aimed which is ideal in grading applications. The curved at enhancing comfort, reducing driver fatigue and boom design and up to 13-ft 5-in loading height (with aiding productivity. The features a curved boom design an extendable stick) of the new TLB840R backhoe for outstanding reach and dig depth. The operator loader offers operators excellent clearance to reach up is afforded maximum comfort with ergonomically and over obstacles, and the ability to load closer into designed controls, climate control and a lumbar- trucks for greater productivity. supporting suspension seat. Service points are conveniently positioned within easy reach of ground This rental-ready backhoe loader comes standard level. with 4-wheel drive, tilt steering wheel, suspension seat and selectable pattern change pilot controls. It can be ordered with either a canopy or fully enclosed TLB840R cab that includes heat and A/C, as well as a choice The TLB840R delivers what the rental channel demands of a standard or extendable dipperstick. All TLB840R – versatile, dependable machinery that yields a high backhoe loaders are equipped with a fully tilting hood return on investment. Configured to meet the rental for easy access to all service points, including the market’s need for a high-performance backhoe with a engine, oil cooler, radiator and air cleaner. low acquisition cost, the competitively priced TLB840R backhoe loader is designed to give rental business owners a more immediate return on investment without sacrificing performance or quality. The TLB840R backhoe loader is equipped with a powerful 74-hp, Tier 4 final 4-cyclinder Deutz electronic fuel injection diesel engine, a 4-speed synchro shuttle transmission and a robust hydraulic system to excel at digging, reaching, lifting and loading tasks. The engine, transmission, and hydraulic systems have all been designed for easy maintenance by rental company technicians and mechanics.

With a 9,441 lbf bucket breakout force, a loader lift capacity of 7,291 lbf and bucket capacity of 1.0 yd3, this new backhoe loader offers high-capacity production to tackle any project where a backhoe is needed.

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SITE DUMPERS TA6/TA6S (6 TON) Transmission features Groupe Mecalac 6-ton site dumpers lead the market • Synchro-shuttle gearbox with 4 forward and 4 reverse with greater skip carrying capacities and innovative speeds machine technology. Together they increase efficiency • ‘Interrupt’ button on the gear stick replaces a clutch and reduce cost of operation, while heavy duty design pedal for a more spacious operator area fabrications ensure strong resale values and lower • Soft shift forward/reverse directional lever for smooth cost of ownership. directional changes • Proven high strength components for exceptional Its many benefits include: reliability • 1st in class for skip capacities measured in litres (3,530 heaped/ 2,740 struck/ 1,850 water) • 1st on the market with Tier 4 Final compliant product TA9/TA9S/TA9P/TA9SP (9 TON) with no after-treatment and 1st in class for torque Groupe Mecalac 9-ton site dumpers lead the market rating of 400Nm with greater skip carrying capacities and innovative • Cleaner exhaust emissions with a 90% reduction in machine technology. Together they increase efficiency particulate matter and 90% reduction in nitrogen oxides and reduce cost of operation, while heavy duty design • New automotive style dash display provides key fabrications ensure strong resale values and lower machine performance data at a glance cost of ownership. • Large opening service doors for best in class access • Available in forward (TA6) or swing tip discharge Its many benefits include: st (TA6S) configurations • 1 in class skip capacities measured in litres (4,587 heaped/ 3,899 struck) st Engine features • 1 on the market with Tier 4 Final compliant product • Featuring a 55kW (74hp) electronically controlled, with no after-treatment and torque rated at 400Nm common rail, turbo-charged diesel engine • Cleaner exhaust emissions with a 90% reduction in • Delivering an additional 13.3% of torque at low engine particulate matter and 90% reduction in nitrogen speed helps enhance productivity oxides • Up to an 8% reduction in fuel consumption for more • New automotive style dash display provides key cost efficient operation machine performance data at a glance • Enhanced transient response delivers fast accelera- • Large opening service doors for best in class access tion at lower speed • Available in forward (TA9), swing tip discharge (TA9s), • No requirement for specialist low ash engine oil for power shift (TAP) and rotation and power shift (TASP) ease of maintenance configurations • Versatile fuel mapping with a de-tier calibration option for export into less regulated emission markets

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Engine Features • 1st on the market with Tier 4 Final compliant product • Featuring a 55kW (74hp) electronically controlled, with no after-treatment and torque rated at 400Nm common rail, turbo-charged diesel engine • Cleaner exhaust emissions with a 90% reduction in • Delivering an additional 13.3% of torque at low engine particulate matter and 90% reduction in nitrogen speed helps enhance productivity oxides • Up to an 8% reduction in fuel consumption for more • New automotive style dash display provides key cost efficient operation machine performance data at a glance • Enhanced transient response delivers fast • Large opening service doors for best in class access acceleration at lower speed • Available in power shift (TA10p) configuration • No requirement for specialist low ash engine oil for ease of maintenance Engine features • Versatile fuel mapping with a de-tier calibration option • Featuring a 55kW (74hp) electronically controlled, for export into less regulated emission markets common rail, turbo-charged diesel engine • Delivering an additional 13.3% of torque at low engine Transmission features speed helps enhance productivity • Synchro-shuttle gearbox with 4 forward and 4 reverse • Up to an 8% reduction in fuel consumption for more speeds cost efficient operation • ‘Interrupt’ button on the gear stick replaces a clutch • Enhanced transient response delivers fast pedal for a more spacious operator area acceleration at lower speed • Soft shift forward/reverse directional lever for smooth • No requirement for specialist low ash engine oil for directional changes ease of maintenance • Proven high strength components for exceptional • Versatile fuel mapping with a de-tier calibration option reliability for export into less regulated emission markets

Transmission features TA10P (10 TON) • Synchro-shuttle gearbox with 4 forward and 4 reverse Groupe Mecalac 10-ton site dumpers lead the market speeds with greater skip carrying capacities and innovative • ‘Interrupt’ button on the gear stick replaces a clutch machine technology. Together they increase efficiency pedal for a more spacious operator area and reduce cost of operation, while heavy duty design • Soft shift forward/reverse directional lever for smooth fabrications ensure strong resale values and lower directional changes cost of ownership. • Proven high strength components for exceptional reliability Its many benefits include: • 1st in class leading skip capacities measured in litres (2,446 heaped/ 4,128 struck)

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MECALAC history

2017 > Creation of Mecalac Polska. > Acquisition of Terex Construction Equipment, > Launch of the AS 900tele, a new Telescopic Swing Coventry UK. Loader. > Creation of Mecalac Construction Equipment > Presentation of the 8MCR RR (Rail Road version). UK Ltd. > Display of 6MCR prototype World Innovation. > Creation of Mecalac Americas LLC. > Launch of the new range of wheel excavators, 2011 the MWR. > Introduction of the 10MCR 8.5 ton skid-tracked crawler excavator, World Innovation. 2016 > Design Award in Bauma Innovation Awards 2016 2010 for its new wheeled excavator concept – MWR. > Introduction of the AS 700 and AS 900, a new generation of 4-Wheel Drive Swing Loaders. 2015 > Introduction of AF 1050 and AF 1200, a new > Commercial launch of the New 12MTX, the new generation of 4-Wheel Drive front loaders by articulated loader series AX and the new AS 1600. Mecalac’s subsidiary AHLMANN. > Silver medal for the new quick coupler - CONNECT > Introduction of new series of AX 700, AX 850 and - during Intermat Paris. AX 1000 Articulated Wheel Loaders with new design > Silver medal for the New 12MTX at Demopark, and high lift. Germany. 2009 2014 > Launch of the 8MCR, a new construction machine > Mecalac awarded by the “Observeur du Design”: concept, World Innovation from MECALAC. “Etoile du Design” for the New 12MTX, from > Demopark Innovation Award, Gold Medal (Germany) the French Minister of Economy, Design, Industry for the crawler skid-excavator 8MCR. and Information Technology. > The 8MCR is awarded an Observeur du Design Star. 2013 > The INPI (National Institute for Industrial Protection) > Commercial launch of the 6MCR and presentation Trophy for Innovation to Mecalac for its continued of 2 new telescopic loaders at the Bauma: AT 900, efforts to innovate. AT 1050. > The 12MTX Hybrid received the Gold Innovation 2012 Award and the Special Environment Award at > MECALAC single brand for all products including Intermat Paris. Wheel Loaders (formerly AHLMANN) in order to support further expansion in international markets. 2008 > Renaming of AHLMANN Baumaschinen GmbH > Reddot Design award for AHLMANN Wheel Loader to Mecalac Baumaschinen GmbH, with full support AX 85. of affected employees.

24 PRESS NOTE mecalac 2007 1984 > Introduction of the AX line, a new generation of > Introduction of the 11CX, multi-purpose MECALAC Front Loaders by AHLMANN. machines: Loader, Excavator, Fork Lift and Tool Holder with total rotation. > Production of the 10,000th Mecalac machine. 1979 2006 > Introduction of Front Loaders by AHLMANN. > Introduction of the 714MW railroad, specifically designed for work on railway tracks. 1974 > Creation of Mecalac: “Mécanique du Lac” in 2003 Annecy-le-Vieux, France. > Introduction of the new Mecalac 700 series, multi-purpose, urban excavators, both wheeled 1969 and tracked. > AHLMANN is first worldwide with Power Controlled Drive Train in AS7. 2002 > Acquisition of AHLMANN GmbH in Büdelsdorf, 1952 Germany. > Introduction of the first Swing Loaders by AHLMANN in Hamburg, Germany. 1999 > Production of 20,000th loader by AHLMANN.

1996 > Launch of a new generation of MECALAC Mobile Excavators with the 12MX and 14MXT. > Introduction of autoshift transmission in Swing Loader.

1995 > Introduction of 4-Wheel Drive Front Loaders by AHLMANN.

1992 > Introduction of worldwide most compact Swing Loader AS 4 by AHLMANN.

1989 > Introduction of the 11CXi; MECALAC Mobile Excavators are now equipped with front stabilizers.

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GROUPE MECALAC S.A. FACT SHEET GROUPE MECALAC MECALAC FRANCE S.A.S.: Worldwide Sales Network ANNECY – FRANCE 200 authorised dealers and service partners > Development, manufacturing of the excavators Chairman & CEO > Distribution of MECALAC products Henri MARCHETTA MECALAC BAUMASCHINEN GMBH.: Executive Vice President HAMBURG – GERMANY Alexandre MARCHETTA - Jean-Constantin MASSONI > Development, manufacturing of the wheel loaders > Distribution of MECALAC products Target markets Pipe laying, cable laying, road construction, building, MECALAC HYDROMO S.A.S.: ALBENS – FRANCE gardening and landscaping, municipalities, recycling, > Manufacturing site for hydraulics and welding tunnelling, industry, agriculture structure for the excavators Employees 800 including headquarters, manufacturing facilities, MECALAC CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT sales companies COVENTRY – UK > Manufacturing of the Backhoe-Loaders, site dumpers R&D investment and compactors rollers 6% of turnover > Distribution of MECALAC products in the UK

MECALAC TURKEY – IZMIR TURKEY Products range EXCAVATORS MECALAC ILE-DE-FRANCE: 4 families – wheel excavator loader, wheel excavators, PARIS – FRANCE crawler skid-excavators, crawler excavators > Distribution of MECALAC products in greater Paris and Northern France LOADERS 4 families – wheel loaders, swing loaders, MECALAC POLSKA: WARSAW - POLAND telescopic loaders, swing telescopic loaders > Distribution of MECALAC products in Poland BACKHOE LOADERS MECALAC IN ITALY: MILANO – ITALY 1 model center mount, 5 models sideshift, > Coordination of distribution of the MECALAC products canopy and cab versions

MECALAC AMERICAS LLC: BOSTON – USA SITE DUMPERS > Coordination of distribution of the MECALAC products 6 sizes, most of them available in forward tip, swivel tip, high discharge forward tip and MECAMANN: MADRID – SPAIN high discharge swivel tip configurations > Distribution of MECALAC products in Madrid, Castilla La Mancha, Extremadura, and Castilla y León COMPACTION ROLLERS 1 single drum rollers, 6 tandem vibrating rollers

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