PRINOTH MAGAZINE EN | 2017 [2] INDEX

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PRODUCTS PERFECT SLOPE PAGE 05 HUSKY FOR SNOWMOBILE TRACKS PAGE 19 LEITWOLF VEHICLES IN WINTERBERG PAGE 21 NEW ZEALAND PAGE 25 3D-MODELING PAGE 41 X-VEHICLE OVERVIEW PAGE 45 X-TEAM PAGE 47 PRINOTH ANTARCTIC PAGE 61 USED VEHICLES PAGE 63 PRINOTH AGRIPOWER PAGE 65 SYNTHETIC WINCH CABLE PAGE 71 PANTHER T16: TRACK CONFIGURATIONS PAGE 83 PANTHER: FLEXIBLE DESIGN PAGE 89 MULCHER - EXCAVATOR ATTACHMENTS PAGE 107 RAPTOR 300 PAGE 111

CORPORATE NEWS NEW PRINOTH BOARD OF DIRECTORS PAGE 11 PRINOTH HEADQUARTERS FLORIAN STREITER PAGE 13 PRINOTH GRANBY: CHALRES BLIER PAGE 15 NEWS FROM POLAND PAGE 17 INDOOR SKI RESORT IN CHINA PAGE 23 HUSKY MAKES A CONVINCING IMPRESSION IN SWITZERLAND PAGE 27 PRINOTH CONQUERS JAPAN PAGE 91 INTERVIEW WITH UTILITY ONE SOURCE PAGE 95 EXPANSION OF THE DEALER NETWORK PAGE 101 PANTHER LINEUP CUSTOMIZATION PAGE 103

COLLABORATIONS & EVENTS WM ÅRE 2019: PRINOTH OFFICIAL SUPPLIER PAGE 07 WORLD CUP HISTORY IN VAL GARDENA PAGE 09 PRINOTH & WHITE INDUSTRIES LTD PAGE 31 PRINOTH & SNOW OPERATING PAGE 33 SNOW DEPTH MEASUREMENT: LEICA GEOSYSTEMS PAGE 35 IMPRINT U.S. SKI TEAM PAGE 39 Responsible for the content SNOWLICIOUS ON TOUR PAGE 53 PRINOTH AG PARTNERSHIP WITH ALTEC PAGE 85 Brennerstraße 34, 39049 Sterzing, Italy ALTEC CRANE FOR PANTHER T22 PAGE 93 p +39 0472 722622 | f +39 0472 722618 POWER-UTILITY MARKET PAGE 97 [email protected] www.prinoth.com LOOKING BACK: PDAC AND CONEXPO PAGE 105 LOOKING BACK: ELMIA WOOD FORESTRY FAIR PAGE 115 Circulation: 12,000 | twice a year Register of the Chamber of Commerce: Bozen/Bolzano – BZ 28086144 AFTER SALES NETWORK VAT ID no.: IT00769050212 PRINOTH CLUB © PRINOTH 2017 PRINOTH ONLINE SHOP WORLDWIDE

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Poland, Japan, China, New Zealand, and Antarctica... The world is our home and our range of action is constantly growing. No distance is too long, no challenge too complex, and no PRINOTH – ALL condition too extreme. What counts is the optimal solution for the best possible result. And we always find it. Guaranteed! OVER THE WORLD Because PRINOTH stands for a highly motivated, dynamic and innovative team. Together, we have charted out a direct path to expansion. We are continuing to grow both in our reach and technology. For over half a century, PRINOTH has been the hallmark of perfection when it comes to tracked vehicles. Thanks to their quality, design and power, our snow groomers and tracked You can find more information about the new locations we have opened around the world vehicles, as well as our mulchers and tillers have never stopped winning over customers. and much more in the current issue of PRINOTH World.

From the Alps to the whole world … With our passion for sophisticated technologies, we Enjoy the read! are able to enthuse partners and customers around the globe. With our enormous driving force, we have pitched our tents even in the remotest regions, opened other branches and Werner Amort expanded our distribution network with new and competent partners. President of PRINOTH AG

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 04 | 04 PERFECT SLOPES

OUR GOAL: THE BEST SLOPES FOR MAXIMUM SKIING FUN This success embodies what millions of passionate winter sports enthusiasts can PERFECT SLOPES! experience “live” thanks to PRINOTH that is the best slopes for maximum skiing fun. Our customers include ski resorts the world over. “Our aim is to create perfect slopes,” explains PRINOTH President Werner Amort. “Our top priority is vehicle PRINOTH is one of the world‘s leading manufacturers of snow groomers. For efficiency and careful handling of snow. Thanks to our innovative technology, we are almost 55 years, the company has been synonym of innovative technologies able to groom larger areas with less snow compared to just a few years ago.“ for slope preparation. SLOPES MADE BY PRINOTH In its pursuit of proactive and responsible action, PRINOTH started early on in PRINOTH stands not only for efficiency and performance, but also for design and its history with the development of innovative and environment-friendly tech- eloquence because operators should be able to climb into their vehicle with a nologies. Fully aware that emissions of pollutants and exhaust from equipment sense of pride and enjoy the ”driving pleasure.“ Therefore, working with a snow have to be reduced to a minimum, we have created today the world‘s greenest groomer should be as simple and practical as possible. The working space in the fleet of snow groomers. An essential factor for the sustainability of slope operator’s cabin is comfortable and based on an ergonomic operating concept preparation is the iCONalpine digital snow height measurement system devel- that makes the work processes as efficient and pleasant as possible. The result: oped by Leica Geosystems. Snow groomer operators always know in real-time operators who feel in their own element when sitting in the snow groomer and how thick the snow layer is under the vehicle or under the blade. This means they proudly identify with it. That is exactly what all winter sports enthusiasts that they can effectively manage the precious snow. perceive when on slopes ”made by PRINOTH.”

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 06 | 06 OFFICIAL SUPPLIER AT ÅRE 2019

A CLEAN JOB The 3 vehicles will head to Sweden to represent the latest generation of snow SKI-WM ÅRE 2019 groomers now that PRINOTH has become the official snow groomer supplier for these two major sporting events. They have qualified as the world‘s cleanest and most powerful fleet and all the vehicles comply with the exhaust emission HUSKY, BISON X AND LEITWOLF standard ”Stage IV/Tier 4 Final“ and are equipped with the fleet management system as well as the innovative snow depth measurement system iCONalpine by AT THE 2019 FIS ALPINE Leica Geosystems. WORLD SKI CHAMPIONSHIPS PARTNERSHIP WITH SKISTAR PRINOTH’s participation to the event is the result of a two-year agreement signed between PRINOTH and Skistar, which also includes the supply of snow Fans of alpine ski racing will soon turn their attention to Åre, Sweden, which groomers to Skistar’s ski resorts in Norway, Sweden and Austria. At the World will host the 2018 World Cup finals and in 2019 the FIS Alpine World Ski Championships in February 2019, PRINOTH will play a twofold role official snow Championships. The behind-the-scenes preparations are already underway groomer supplier and partner of TirolBerg, as it was already at the 2017 World and long before anyone knows who the athletes at the starting gate will be, Championships in St. Moritz. three names will certainly be there there: HUSKY, BISON X and LEITWOLF. “Hjärtliga hälsningar från Åre!” (Greetings from Åre!)

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 08 | 08 EVENT

50 YEARS OF THE WORLD CUP IN VAL GARDENA Saslong Classic Club Gardena - Gröden PRINOTH HISTORY DAYS

INDUSTRIAL HISTORY AT THE FEET OF THE LANGKOFEL The beginnings of PRINOTH take us back to Val Gardena, in 1951 when race car driver Ernst Prinoth opened a car repair shop. Fascinated by snow vehicles and a passionate inventor and grease monkey, he started designing snow groomers, building the P 60 prototype in 1962. Two years later, the first series of vehicles went into production. Production met a huge success - the rest is history and runs under the title of technological leadership. The rise of the Dolomites as a skiing destination runs almost parallel with Ernst Prinoth‘s success story: the first ski lifts were built by visionaries and the first downhill race on the legendary Saslong slope was held in Val Gardena in the winter of 1968-69. The winner was Swiss athlete Jean-Daniel Dätwyler. You could almost say that PRINOTH paved the way for him to the finish line.

50 YEARS OF THE WORLD CUP: A TRIBUTE TO THE SASLONG The year before, in 1967, the Alpine Ski World Cup was held and its fiftieth anniversary will be celebrated in 2017 on the Saslong slope. Much has changed since then and the mighty Langkofel stands today as a silent witness in the middle of a ski carousel of excited skiers who race down the slopes during the day and experienced snow groomer operators who drive up the slopes by night. The celebrations are centered on the exciting history of the period spanning from 1967 to 2017 and will see their climax during the 50th anniversary show that will be held on Friday, December 15, 2017. Those who can‘t be there for the live show can book a seat on their living room couch at 6:00 p.m. since almost the entire event will be broadcast on TV. And those who still will miss it can browse through the photo book released for the occasion and view the new PRINOTH history movie. It is almost as inter- esting as seeing the rare PRINOTH old-timers on site and stumbling into the party crowd.

EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

DATE: DECEMBER 15, 2017 LOCATION: SASLONG SLOPE FINISH LINE AREA, VAL GARDENA GUEST STARS: 3 PRINOTH NEWCOMERS AS WELL AS 3 OF PRINOTH‘S OLD-TIMERS DURATION: 30-MINUTE STOP-CLASS SHOW WITH SNOW GROOMERS, DANCERS, ACROBATS, AND VIDEO AND LIGHT SHOW CUISINE: SNOWLICIOUS FOOD-TRUCK

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 010 | 10 PRINOTH HEADQUARTERS

NEWS FROM THE HEAD OFFICE THE RESPONSIBILITIES WITHIN THE COMPANY NEW BOARD OF ARE NOW ASSIGNED AS FOLLOWS: Werner Amort is responsible for the strategic guidance of the PRINOTH group DIRECTORS in the Sales & Marketing, Human Resources and Research & Development areas. Horst Haller is head of Customer Service, Spare Parts, Product Management and Project Management. Hot news in from Sterzing! June 2017 has seen the appointment of the new management team of PRINOTH, with Oswald Dejaco and Horst Haller taking Oswald Dejaco manages Administration, Finance, Controlling, EDP, Material Pro- up roles as new members of the Board of Directors. curement and Management, In-house Production and Quality Assurance and Control.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 12 | 12 PRINOTH HEADQUARTERS

WELCOME TO FLORIAN STREITER! MOTTO: CUSTOMERS FIRST

Since the end of June 2017, Florian Streiter is the Chief Sales & Marketing Officer at PRINOTH and responsible for the international distribution of snow groomers as well as marketing for all three business units. He replaces Oskar Schenk.

“PRINOTH is a fantastic company with strong roots and unique and innovative prod- ucts. An authentic brand with so much character. This allows me to identify myself with it 100%!“ says Florian Streiter about his new challenge.

Florian Streiter has built his career away from the slopes. At his previous employer SWAROVSKI, he gained 11 years of experience in an international environment with strong competition in the sales and marketing areas. “I know what counts for customers today!” says Streiter.

But deep down, his heart has deep affinity for the mountains and snow. “I come from Tyrol and so I grew up surrounded by the mountains and winter sports. I like to ski and have a special relationship with skiing thanks to my affinity for winter technologies,” adds Streiter.

We look forward to working with you and to our future together!

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 14 | 14 PRINOTH NORTH AMERICA

CHARLES BLIER NEW VICE-PRESIDENT OF SALES FOR SNOW GROOMERS IN NORTH AMERICA

Big news from Granby! Since April 2017, Charles Blier is the new Vice-president of Sales for Snow Groomers in Canada and the USA, succeeding to Jean-Claude Perreault.

Charles Blier is no newcomer in the skiing industry. For the last nine years, he worked as General Manager and Vice-president at the Camelback Mountain Resort in Pennsylvania. With his industry expertise and his sense for efficient team organization, he made a major contribution to Camelback’s success.

”Even after thirty years working in and around ski resorts, I still want to grow my knowledge and to continue to contribute to the success of the industry. I love having people around me and collaborating with them. PRINOTH has given me the opportunity to focus on the most significant aspect of this industry: a perfect slope groomed with the product, which, ultimately, I will be selling. Already after a couple of months at PRINOTH, I am excited by the people I am working with and I am pleased that from now on I will be at the service of this company.“

We look forward to working with you!

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 16 | 16 NEWS

PRINOTH SP.Z O.O. COMPANY BRANCHES IN POLAND

To be closer to its customers and meet their requirements in a more rapid, personal manner, PRINOTH Snow Groomers will soon be serving the Polish market by establishing a local company PRINOTH sp.z o.o. The new company will be based in Nowy Sacz, in the Malapolska regi- on, near Krakow, a location surrounded by ski resorts.

The new company in the Polish market, which is growing rapidly, will offer a series of advantages. Direct transport routes and a close collaboration with the PRINOTH head office in Italy and PRINOTH Austria will enable the company to react promptly and, if necessary, use the structures and resources of the head office. Our expert ma- nagement team will focus on optimizing our processes and procedu- res to increase efficiency and offer you the best-quality assistance.

Your company contacts for Sales and Aftersales in Poland are:

HERR ROBERT SMIGOWSKI - PRINOTH sp.z. o.o. Sales [email protected] · M: +48 574 919 540

HERR JAROSLAV SMIGOWSKI - PRINOTH sp.z. o.o. After Sales [email protected] · M: +48 574 919 540

We are looking forward to a fantastic relationship!

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 18 | 18 SNOWMOBILE TRAILS

Why did you choose a HUSKY? After many years of positive experience with Bombardier snow groomers, so our THE PERFECT TRAIL trust continued on to PRINOTH. (Editor’s note: In 2005, PRINOTH took over the snow groomer division of Bombardier/Camoplast.)

MORE HP - LESS CONSUMPTION In what working activities do you use the HUSKY? In the preparation of snowmobile trails. Each vehicle of our fleet is responsible for a stretch of approximately 130 km, which during the season needs to be groomed In an interview, Mike Farr talks about the peak performance features of the two to three times a week. HUSKY in preparing snowmobile trails. Mike Farr is Operations and Safety Coordinator at the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs (OFSC District 9) In which situations is the HUSKY particularly brilliant? in Ontario, Canada. We operate a series of different tracked vehicles on our trails and nine of them are currently HUSKY vehicles. PRINOTH vehicles deliver very good performance on every Tell us about the Ontario Federation of Snowmobile Clubs. When was it terrain, even on frozen marshlands, agricultural fields, railway lines, trails exposed founded and how does it work? to strong winds and hilly terrains. Our organization and, more specifically the OFSC District 9, is located in mid-western Ontario, Canada. District 9 represents and supports 26 Snowmobile Clubs, which are In what way was the HUSKY able to improve the performance of your job? all non-profit associations. They are located along the shores of Lake Huron. Most of The power of the new HUSKY allows trail preparation with much less torque and our clubs have existed for 50 years and are run on a voluntary basis. Together, we a uniform speed and traction force, regardless of the external conditions. In our take care of more than 2,900 kilometers of snowmobile trails and have a fleet of 26 experience, we have seen that these machines with higher horsepower consume snow vehicles for preparation. less fuel than their comparable predecessors.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 20 | 20 EXPANSION

NEW ZEALAND PRINOTH ACROSS THE WORLD

SUCCESS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD Success patterns work everywhere when similar conditions occur. In the case of our PRINOTH snow groomers, these conditions are, of course, snow as well as a suitable terrain in need to be groomed. So, the success story which started in the Alps is now spreading and gradually becoming the go-to brand also on other continents.

A FAR DESTINATION To reach New Zealand from the West, there is a distance of nearly 20,000 km as the crow flies. We are happy to say that our snow vehicles have now entered this far-away region and market.

HOW DID THE LEITWOLF MAKE IT TO NEW ZEALAND? One reason why we were able to start developing the New Zealand market is that PRINOTH has a great reputation. Other reasons include the merit of dynamic people like David Ratcliffe, our Sales Repre- sentative, and Corey Little, an experienced mechanic and expert on all kinds of engines and machines. With this reliable team of sales and service on site, we can ensure a process ranging from smooth import to trouble-free operation. We have a LEITWOLF winch (Stage IV/Tier 4 final) working at the Whakapapa ski resort on the northern island of New Zealand and a BISON X winch (it too Stage IV / Tier 4 final) grooming on the southern island. Snow and work - plenty of both to make sure our machines won’t get homesick!

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 22 | 22 CHINA

HARBIN INDOOR SKI RESORT HUGE SKIING FUN

Anyone who has ever heard the name Harbin usually connects it to fairy-tale images of brightly colored ice sculptures reproducing an entire city made of houses with charming turrets, decorative ledges and glittering domes. Harbin, in northern China, is the hosting venue every year of a large ice festival with neon-colored, surreal palaces that are illuminated from the inside, and icy mythical creatures. The temperatures in Harbin can sometimes drop to minus 40° C.

THE WORLD’S LARGEST INDOOR SKI RESORT The booming city of Harbin, with over a million inhabitants, is not only famous for its ice works, but also for permanent architectural accomplishments, such as the world‘s largest indoor ski resort. The superbly designed complex hosts six ski runs of different skill lev- els, each measuring 484 m (1,588 ft) in length. It is a mega-project with state-of-the-art technologies in which the main priority was flawless operation for end-users.

A CLEAN JOB There are three PRINOTH snow groomers on the slopes of this futur- istic ski resort: EVEREST, BISON X and HUSKY. They are all perfectly suited for indoor use thanks to PRINOTH‘s hallmark compact design and maneuverability. The BISON X and HUSKY are especially low on emissions thanks to compliance with the new exhaust emission standard ”Tier 4 Final/Stage IV“. For this reason, they play a par- ticularly important role indoors. If you think that at peak times up to 1,500 skiers are skiing at the same time under a closed steel con- crete dome, slope maintenance demands are especially challenging. Technology leadership in China means great trust and we are proud to have earned the trust of the Wanda Harbin Indoor Ski Resort.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 24 | 24 WINTERBERG - GERMANY

and low emissions. Peak performance also with extremely low levels of consumption - these are the hallmarks of the new generation of PRINOTH snow groomers. Engine technology that NEW TERRAIN complies with the ” Tier 4 final/Stage IV“ standard as well as innovative, application-aligned high-tech components are available on all models of the range. The star of the fleet is the LEITWOLF with AUTOMATIC winch. It also boasts 530 HP, 2,460 Nm of torque, excellent TWO NEW LEITWOLVES climbing performance, best-in-class grooming and unique parallel offset of the tiller. SIGHTED IN WINTERBERG MAXIMUM POWER IS ITS HALLMARK From a technical point of view, there are plenty of good reasons to choose a LEITWOLF. Christoph Klante, Managing Director of the Winterberg ski carousel, explains the reasons for this in- Winterberg is the place in North Rhine Westphalia, Germany, where you can always be vestment: “The reason is that our ski lift company has a long-standing bond with PRINOTH sure to find snow and is the heart of the Sauerland Winter Sports Arena, which went and the on-site service works very well. So far we have also been very satisfied with the work from being a ski depot to the best ski region in Germany‘s low mountain ranges. For 14 and climbing performance. These machines are robust and reliable. That is why our choice years now, several companies in the Winterberg ski carousel have been working with now went to this new machine generation.“ PRINOTH. This winter, after the delivery of a HUSKY, which went to work immediately as a cross-country track setter, two muscular LEITWOLVES were ordered for the alpine THE IDEAL TERRAIN ski area. When asked what he actually expects for his ski resort in terms of performance, Christoph Klante has clear ideas: “I hope that it will confirm the experience of the past. No downtime and SUPER STRONG AND SUPER CLEAN continuous operation. Pushing and climbing performance is essential for us. We have gradients What sounds like the squaring of the circle is a reality with the LEITWOLF: during the per- of 60-70%, partly on the south slopes, where large quantities of snow need to be transported.“ formance demonstration, it proved to be so powerful as it produced low fuel consumption Exactly the right terrain for the two new LEITWOLVES.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 26 | 26 HUSKY

THE NSF EXECUTIVE BOARD AT THE CEREMONY FOR THE DELIVERY OF THE KEY FOR THE 17TH NEW HUSKY

access to the cross-country ski trails is the main source of income for the nine cross-country ski centers located in heavenly Swiss Jura Mountains, between La Chaux-de-Fonds and the Vue-des-Alpes mountain pass, and between the La NEUCHÂTEL SKI Brevine and La Sagne valleys. TOTAL SATISFACTION WITH THE HUSKY DE FOND RELIES In the early 1980s, cross-country ski trails had to face a huge challenge with the advent of the skating technique, which required the use of increasingly more powerful snow groomers. In this effort, Neuchâtel Ski de Fond has been relying ON PRINOTH on PRINOTH since 1998. It first replaced its old snow groomers with the first T2S vehicles. Then, in 2002, it turned to the HUSKY models. The powerful and agile snow groomer is able to meet the highest standards of operational safety and 17TH HUSKY DELIVERED TO quality of the groomed trails. THE NEUCHÂTEL MOUNTAINS A ”GREEN“ HUSKY FOR THE CERNETS CROSS-COUNTRY SKI CENTER The new snow groomer bearing the colors of the Neuchâtel Ski de Fond Associa- IN SWITZERLAND tion meets the latest environmental standards concerning exhaust gas emissions, i.e., ”Tier 4 Final/Stage IV.“ It is equipped with off-road-friendly rubber tracks and is operated using biodegradable hydraulic fluid. After the delivery of the The Association Neuchâteloise des Skieurs de Fond et de Randonnée, previously 17th vehicle, the NSF executive board and the many enthusiastic volunteers are Neuchâtel Ski de Fond (NSF), the local cross-country skiing association, has been confident that they are now even better prepared for winter. Cross-country skiers taking care of the almost 300 km of cross-country ski trails since 1978 allowing can be sure of the best conditions, without forgetting, however, that the most almost 3,000 members to enjoy their favorite sport. The sale of season tickets for important thing actually falls from the sky. And we can’t do anything about that.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 28 | 28 TRACKS ARE A MUST IN WINTER

GAMSKETTE EFFICIENCY ALONG THE WHOLE TRACK COOPERATION

PRINOTH & WHITE INDUSTRIES WHAT‘S NEW?

PRINOTH offers a glimpse of the future with its cooperation partner White Industries Ltd. The specialist for the design and construction of FIS Snowboard Cross and Ski Cross trails has interesting news to share. Nick Roma, Director of Operations at White Industries Ltd, presents the top news.

CERRO CASTOR SBX/SX EXPERIENCE IN USHUAIA, ARGENTINA From August 20th to September 3rd, 2017, we organized this camp for the second time. We welcomed about 100 participants from all over the world again this year. Also it is worth noting that two weeks after the camp, from September 5th to 9th, the first SBX World Cup Race of the new 2017/18 season was held in Bariloche (ARG). Since we have created a really good slope, you can be sure that some of the athletes will come here to train. So, sign up if you can!

2018 WINTER OLYMPIC GAMES 2006, 2010, 2014 and 2018, these are the Fantastic Four of which our partner is particularly proud. The Olympic Winter Games are always something very special and we are getting ready for Korea—our fourth Olympic Games—with plenty of anticipation and focus. The logistical planning is as good as completed, as well as the design of the slopes. We are setting the scene for one of the most innovative and exciting designs for parallel courses.

DIRT PROJECT IN SUN PEAKS, CANADA Sun Peaks is further expanding the cross concept and is currently building a family-friendly area. We have been called to design this new sports facility and oversee the construction. It is our third major project for a ”full in-ground“ cross area in the world. The construction work began this summer.

3D AND PARKOUR DESIGN We have presented our new 3D software both in San Candido (Italy) and in Solitude (Utah). Our 3D presentation of the cross parkour in Solitude reached 120,000 views on the Solitude Facebook page where the video was launched. We hope that this technology will become increasingly popular and that we can expand the program.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 32 | 32 COOPERATION Learn more at: www.snowoperating.com

SHAPING SUCCESS TOGETHER SNOW OPERATING & PRINOTH

PRINOTH is pleased to announce its continued partnership with SNOW Operating for the upcoming 2017/2018 winter season. Together, we are working on helping grow skiing and snowboarding by providing the best first-time guest experiences possible.

FOCUS ON BEGINNER GUEST EXPERIENCE Through their use of Terrain Based Learning™ and Lean Six Sigma process improvement, SNOW Operating is re-inventing how the industry looks at the beginner guest experience. By shaping the snow to control the guests’ speed and direction, SNOW has proven that your first day on the snow does not have to be spent on the defensive, and when it comes to shaping these meticulous features, SNOW’s machine of choice is PRINOTH’s HUSKY. Build- ing off the HUSKY’s proven power and performance, the team at SNOW Operating has been working with our development team to optimize the snow groomer as the ideal grooming machine for Terrain Based Learning™.

TURNING FEEDBACK INTO REALITY “We are very excited to be continuing our relationship with PRINOTH for another season. It’s great to work with a company that cares as much about the growth of our sports as we do. Their team has been amazing in taking our feedback and turning it into reality, and I can’t wait to get out and put this season’s improvements to the test this winter.” Says Patrick Hession, Vice-president of Operations at SNOW Operating.

Look for SNOW to be joining us at several demo events throughout the United States this winter, and for the SNOW branded HUSKY to be making the rounds to their 40+ partner resorts throughout the season.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 34 | 34 SNOWHOW

HIGHLY ACCURATE DATA ON A CLEAR DISPLAY HELP THE OPERATOR DURING PLANNING AND PREPARATION LEICA ICONALPINE – A COMPREHENSIVE COCKPIT FOR TOTAL SNOW AND OPERATING MANAGEMENT

With more than 26,000 visitors from more than 80 different countries, Interalpin is the PRINOTH AND world‘s most important trade fair for alpine technologies. The 2017 edition was Leica iCONalpine’s third time at the event. In addition to time-tested features, add-ons were presented that can create a comprehensive cockpit for total snow and operating man- LEICA ICONALPINE agement from the 3D snow height measuring system. More and more customers of Leica iCONalpine want to see more than just snow height and expand their system with Leica alpinPRO. Data from a great variety of sources are collected. A detailed evaluation then A JOINT SUCCESS STORY allows efficient planning of staff, vehicles, water and energy.

As in the past, all of the developments of Leica Geosystems are channeled into PRINOTH’s With the technological cooperation between Leica Geosystems and PRINOTH, two SNOW HOW system, expanding cooperation with many exciting features. A mobile app for specialists have teamed up to make snow management even more efficient and envi- task assignment that makes logged communication between the office and the slope a reality ronmentally sustainable. was also presented to the public at the trade fair. Meanwhile, in Austrian, Italian, Swiss and French ski areas, more than 170 Leica iCONalpine systems are already in use. Leica Geosystems, a global supplier of measuring and visualization technology, and PRINOTH, a leading manufacturer of snow groomers, have combined their expertise. By equipping the latest PRINOTH snow groomers, since 2016, both companies have raised the bar of snow iCONalpine management standards. + iCONalpine is used independent of the manufacturer Both companies were also together at Interalpin 2017 to present their joint innovations. + Retrofitting with existing fleet is possible Leica iCONalpine unveiled a comprehensive cockpit for snow and operating management. + The most accurate measuring system available on the market

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 36 | 36 SNOWHOW

22 SNOW GROOMERS WITH OUR SNOW DEPTH MEASURING SYSTEM SILVRETTA-MONTAFON: COMPLETE EQUIPMENT WITH LEICA ICONALPINE

Since the last winter season, all the available snow groomers at Silvretta Montafon are equipped with iCONalpine 3D snow depth measuring system developed by Leica Geosystems. Now, all of the 22 snow groomers are perfectly able to prepare 140 kilometers of runs, 7 Blackberry Scorpions and the longest descent in Vorarlberg with the utmost precision. Together with over 50 telemetry modules already in- stalled during the last season, Silvretta Montafon now has a cutting-edge fleet.

Snow depth measurement directly on the display and in the operator cabin provides highly accurate data that helps the ski area operators to save resources and protect the environment. The snow grooming professionals at Silvretta Montafon regularly face special challenges when setting the stage for Ski Cross and Snowboard Cross World Cup events. Leica iCONalpine has contributed to this success starting from the technically challenging 2015/2016 season. A total of 60,000 cubic meters of artificial snow were produced for the AUDI FIS Ski and Snowboard Cross.

Therefore, Silvretta Montafon is among the top customers of Leica iCONalpine with the most equipped machines.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 38 | 38 PARTNERSHIP WITH PRINOTH

2017/18 WORLD CUP: HERE WE COME! In the 2017/18 season, PRINOTH has been assigned ten alpine and freestyle World Cup U.S. SKI TEAM competitions. Then, there are the three stops of the Toyota U.S. Grand Prix that will be valid as qualifiers for the athletes of the U.S. Snowboard Team and the U.S. Freeskiing Team for the 2018 Winter Olympics in Pyeong Chang, South Korea. A time-tested building block PARTNERS SINCE 2014: THE PERFECT MATCH in the success of American athletes is slope grooming by PRINOTH’s BISON and LEITWOLF Since 2014, PRINOTH is the official snow groomer supplier of the United States Ski and vehicles, which will pave the way for athletes to the podium with perfect slope conditions. Snowboard Association. A prestigious accomplishment especially since the U.S. Ski & Snow- board Team is among the best of the best and is therefore very demanding in its choice of NEW DESIGN partners who can pride themselves with supporting this successful organization. PRINOTH In June this year, the U.S. Ski & Snowboard Team has revamped its branding. The new logo brings all its expertise to the field of professional snow grooming for training and compe- now features a modern look. The three stars symbolize the drive to reach the podium, the titions. This contribution is highly appreciated for the success of countless events and ski two mountains stand for the two disciplines, skiing and snowboarding, while the dynamic resorts in the United States. red stripes are a reference to the US flag.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 40 | 40 PARK CONSTRUCTION

MORE BEAUTIFUL, SAFER AND

MORE PROFITABLE NO RISK, NO FUN? No risk is the best. Snow park management is a matter of safety. Even the safety of park facilities can benefit from 3D modeling. Park professionals know per- 3D MODELING IN PARK CONSTRUCTION fectly the relationship between approach velocity, jump and landing and the safety distances between obstacles. “It is a mix of many years of experience and WHAT YOU SEE IS WHAT YOU GET knowledge gained from computer simulations“, explains Alex Berger, CEO of the South Tyrolean park builder F-Tech. Bad touchdown dynamics always result in injuries for freestyle skiers. It is a matter of both park design and maintenance Advanced technologies are changing the face of modern park design. How to ensure that the calculated plans are implemented accurately and maintained. else would it be possible to transform a bumpy terrain into a perfectly smooth snow park? First, the area is accurately measured by GPS and the TECHNOLOGY BY LEICA GEOSYSTEMS data is then transferred to a 3D reconstruction program. Then comes the PRINOTH has opted for Leica Geosystems’ tried and tested GPS technology for planning of the park, which gradually takes shape through renderings. high-precision snow height measurement. The software is called iCONalpine and it gives snow height and terrain profile in real-time directly on the snow groomer LIKE PAINTING BY NUMBERS monitor. This not only saves time and money, but it also helps save energy and No detail is omitted and everything can be calculated. This data can be loaded protect the water cycle, thus improving environmental balance. into the iCONalpine snow height measurement system by Leica Geosystems. The snow groomer driver is able to view the data directly on the display installed THE BOTTOM LINE in the vehicle. Everything works just like painting by numbers. The driver can Let’s draw the bottom line: digitization technologies allow us to reach three set the elements of the park according to the planned layout with the utmost main objectives. 1. Parks are more beautiful. 2. Parks are safer. 3. Parks are more precision and efficiency. cost-effective. So, there is plenty of fun for both freestylers and controllers alike.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 42 | 42 PRINOTH X-TEAM NUMBER 1 IN PARK BUILDING PRINOTH X-VEHICLES

TRIPLE X PRINOTH’S THREE ACTION HEROES

+ Operator seat (park): electrically adjustable swivel seat with pneumatic suspension, adjustable position (depth & height), optional center seat BISON X + Passenger seat (park): Instructor seat + Lighting (park): standard LED lighting THE NUMBER 1 IN PARK CONSTRUCTION + Version: W/winch or standard

Engine: Caterpillar C9.3 Max. speed: 21 km/h (13 mph) + Park functions: Inclinometer, distance meter, extended blade range of motion, Eng. power output (ECE): 298 kW/406 hp @ 1,700 rpm Turning radius: On the spot PARK blade with side cutters Torque: 1,726 Nm @ 1,400 rpm Payload: 1,000 kg (2,204 lb) + Park optional extras: Resource management, snow height measurement, front hydraulic system

+ Operator seat (park): Center seat with pneumatic suspension, adjustable pos. (depth & height) + Passenger seat (park): Instructor seat LEITWOLF X + Lighting (park): standard LED lighting A STEP AHEAD + Version: W/winch or standard + Park functions: Active drive for traction and maneuverability or individual adjustment Engine: Mercedes-Benz OM 471 LA Max. speed: 22.5 km/h (14 mph) of track working surface, inclinometer, distance meter, improved range of motion of Eng. power output (ECE): 390 kW/430 hp @ 1,800 rpm Turning radius: On the spot blade and tiller, MASTER blade or PARK blade with side cutters Torque: 2,460 Nm @ 1,300 rpm Payload: 1,000 kg (2,204 lb) + Park optional extras: Resource management, snow height measurement, front hydraulic system

+ Operator seat (park): electrically adjustable seat with pneumatic suspension, adjustable height HUSKY X + Lighting (park): standard LED lighting COMING SOON ... + Version: Standard + Park functions: Inclinometer, distance meter, extended blade range of motion, Engine: MTU OM 934 Max. speed: 24 km/h (14.9 mph) MASTER blade Eng. power output (ECE): 170 kW/231 hp @ 1,700 rpm Turning radius: On the spot + Park optional extras: Resource management, snow height measurement Torque: 900 Nm @ 1,200-1,600 rpm Payload: 500 kg (1,102 lb)

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 46 | 46 PRINOTH X-TEAM

AN EXPERT IS SELDOM ALONE Thanks to close cooperation between PRINOTH, the FIS and international park profes- sionals, we have created a global network which goes well beyond ordinary cooperation. Experience and know-how are exchanged in an ongoing dialogue and technical features are checked for their efficiency. The PRINOTH X-team brings together experts from all over the world with the aim of pursuing quality in park construction. It includes the South Tyrolean park construction professionals F-Tech, Snow Park Consulting from Sweden, Development THE REFERENCE Snowparks from New Zealand, the White Industries Ltd team from Canada, and the US company Snow Operating with its ”Terrain Based Learning“ program. FOR SNOWPARKS THE CALL OF THE PARK Free and slope style are the latest trend and they are drawing increasingly larger crowds of young people. The snow park has become an important part of the offering for many ski In a snowpark, the real elements that make the difference aren’t the wind and weather, resorts, which are investing increasingly in them. In this growth segment, PRINOTH and its but jumps, landings and obstacles. They are what makes a park appealing and they are de- X-vehicles has made a name for itself as an innovation leader. The recognition of the park signed, shaped and maintained with the utmost attention. It is a truly complex challenge community is for PRINOTH’s X-Team a reason for praise and incentive. We support a number for managers, because it is a combination of esthetics and safety and, ultimately, at the of platforms such as the 2017 Test the Best Demos, the On Hill Demos at the NSAA (National end of a season, also a matter of cost-effectiveness for the entire resort. To put it simply: Ski Areas Association) winter shows and the Cutter‘s Camp in the U.S. The aim is to provide A park is no easy thing. That’s why you need real specialists. Or, better yet, a task force. training on the latest technologies, as well as to open a discussion with snow park operators Like the PRINOTH X-Team. and to address the common question: “How do I make a good park an even better park?”

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 48 | 48 PRINOTH X-VEHICLES

THE KINGS OF THE PARK, PIPE AND SLOPE PRINOTH snow groomers are high-tech machines that are designed for snow park conditions. Provided with park equipment as a standard and further expandable with optional extras, they can mill through any challenge in their habitat. The BISON X is so good that it has become number 1 in park design. The LEITWOLF X masters even out the mega-size of super parks with extraordinary ease. The unveiling of the new HUSKY X is coming soon. And once it is, it will become the master of all those terrains that demand versatility, agility and maneuverability.

SHARING KNOWLEDGE MEANS KNOWING MORE THE ULTIMATE In order to further build up its park expertise, PRINOTH is cooperating worldwide with renowned specialists in park design. These partnerships allow for the regular exchange of information and the targeted development of technologies and tools for the PRINOTH X-fleet. This also includes knowledge transfer to the operators of ski resorts and parks, XPERIENCE for instance, through planned demo events. PRINOTH‘s park cooperation partners are convinced: “PRINOTH snow groomers allow us to optimize our service - in every aspect.“

X-VEHICLES BY PRINOTH ENGINEERS DO THE THINKING, OPERATORS DO THE OPERATING PRINOTH engineers and technicians work tirelessly and are engaged in never-ending tests and optimization. But at the end of the day, it‘s the operator who sits alone in the cab and PARKS, JUMPS AND PIPES ARE ITS BIOTOPE. at that point, one thing really matters: the good interaction between man and machine. It In nature, there are successful species that have perfectly adapted to their surroundings. is therefore particularly important at PRINOTH to closely keep in touch with operators via It’s the same in snow parks: thanks to their extraordinary adaptability to the needs of park the PRINOTH Club to receive feedback from daily practice and to share experience. The aim design, PRINOTH X-vehicles are the true winners of evolution. This success story is now is to always take the driving experience and the slope result to a new level. At PRINOTH we continuing with the new HUSKY X which will soon be unveiled. call this ”The Ultimate Xperience.“

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 50 | 50 FOOD ON THE HILL! THE MOBILE KITCHEN FOR SKI SLOPES FOOD TRUCK

SNOWLICIOUS THEN AND NOW THE HISTORY OF FOOD TRUCKS

IN THE BEGINNING THERE WAS A COVERED WAGON Walter Scott was a pragmatic man who in 1972 had a simple yet bril- liant business idea which started an entire industry. He cut a window in his wagon and parked it in front of the offices of a small newspaper in Providence, the capital of the U.S. State of Rhode Island. Inside sat Scott, a shrewd salesman, who would offer sandwiches, cakes and coffee to the editors who had to work late in the evening. The first food truck was born. As the suburbs grew in the United States, so did the number of construction workers, gardeners and household aids. There was great demand for cheap meals in an environment where there were hardly any restaurants. The mobility and affordable prices of food trucks proved to be very critical success factors in this story.

THE GOURMET WAVE Who would have ever imagined that one day, food trucks would climb up the gourmet ladder? Between 2008 and 2012, food trucks had a real boom. Established chefs set out to serve quality food on the road without a whole restaurant and kitchen brigade behind them. Legend has it that the first gourmet food truck hit the road in L.A. The Kogi Truck, as it was called, belonged to Roy Choi and became famous for its excellent Korean BBQ. The day the Kogi Truck appeared on the streets of L.A. also changed the taste map of Americans.

FROM THE ROAD TO THE SNOW In 2015, Italian star chef Andrea Campi launched an entirely new concept that would bring the success of food trucks from the road to the snow. This led to a cooperation with PRINOTH with the aim of an unprecedented culinary experience using a snow groomer di- rectly on the ski hills. This marked the birth of SNOWLICIOUS, which meanwhile has become a staple at European ski resorts and since 2017, for the first time, also in North America where more and more customers and potential partners are warming up to the idea of a slopeside gourmet vehicle.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 54 | 54 EVENTS

“STARS FOR CHILDREN” IN ALTA BADIA SNOWLICIOUS WHERE THE ROYALS RACE

STERNE-CUP FOR CHEFS IN ISCHGL Another event where SNOWLICIOUS received a royal visit saw a huge turnout, meeting with great acclaim. This time, the stage was in the heart of the Dolomites, where Prince Albert II WHEN CHEFS SHOW WHO THEY ARE of Monaco was at the starting line of the Charity Race ”Stars for Children“ in Alta Badia (ITA) on March 25th. He was there to represent A.S. Star Team for Children Foundation, which he Ischgl, Austria, is a well-known place to celebrate big. So, if 64 international star chefs co-founded in 1993 in Monte Carlo to raise money for needy children around the world. The come together for a competition in Ischgl, you can be sure that it won’t be for anything but aim of the charity event in Alta Badia was to support children in Madagascar. fireworks for brilliant dishes garnished with a hearty pinch of ambition and fun. The 20th Sterne-Cup for chefs in April 2017 attracted chefs from Germany, Austria, Switzerland and South Tyrol. More than 50 Michelin stars and over 600 Gault-Milleau points came together in INTERALPIN TRADE FAIR IN INNSBRUCK the same place. A cult event where every year, the participants compete with one another in a giant slalom as well as a culinary challenge. After the ski race, the chefs did their magic MISSION TRADE FAIR before the eyes of the jury, including cult presenter Marcel Reif, former ski world cup winner Marc Girardelli and the team from ”Der Feinschmecker” (i.e. a German food magazine), using There was a lot to see this year at the Interalpin Trade Fair in Innsbruck, Tyrol in Austria. 20 ingredients in only 15 minutes to make the most creative dish. Stars and starlets also Huge crowds flocked to the exhibition grounds and for many, after a long winter season in met and were sighted at the SNOWLICIOUS food truck in the Idalp arena (located in Austria). the mountains, it was the first opportunity to gather and chat with other industry partners. Prominent guests like Mary Hofl-Riesch, Dieter Thoma, Charly Steeb, Hansi Müller or Frank It was also the first opportunity for many attendees to spend time at an altitude of below Worndl (famous European athletes) had fun on the slopes and enjoyed fine cuisine at over 600 meters after having spent the whole winter in mountains. Looking to next season, there 2,300 meters above sea level. were plenty of good reasons to see the latest technical highlights and machines. So much efforts made many visitors hungry. They had the chance of enjoying a short break in the fresh air and the BBQ delicacies of master chef Andrea Campi at the SNOWLICIOUS food truck SKI WORLD CUP FINALS IN ASPEN at the trade fair entrance. THE DISCOVERY OF AMERICA BIG AIR WORLD CUP MILAN The Alpine Ski World Cup finals were held this year in Aspen, Colorado (USA). Between March 15 and 19, 2017, the athletes gave all they had in the battle for the coveted crystal trophies. BIG AIR AND THE CITY PRINOTH, too, as official partner, put on its best performance: in cooperation with Aspen Snowmass, the US Ski Team and the FIS Ski Team, PRINOTH took care of the demanding In the FIS Freestyle Skiing World Cup, the tour stop in Milan (ITA) is part of a city trilogy in- preparation and maintenance of the slopes for the big event. Meantime, in the party zone, cluding Mönchengladbach (GER) and Quebec City (CAN). What makes the brand-new FIS Super the SNOWLICIOUS Food Truck celebrated its debut in North America. And it really rocked! The Series so unique is that the freestyle skiing and snowboard competitions are held in each city American crowd had the opportunity to enjoy the culinary creations directly on the slopes. at the same time. From November 10 to 19, 2017, the mountain will come to Muhammad, or, Even the Rossignol Dynastar World Cup athletes were thrilled by the Italian cuisine served better yet, to the athletes and fans at the former EXPO grounds in Milan. An urban Big Air con- on the snow. Simply delicious! test where the SNOWLICIOUS food truck will draw guests for a break in a chilled atmosphere.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 56 | 56 Nur bei uns bekommen Sie alles. Außer die Berge. Only with us can you have it all. Besides the mountains.

Eine Gruppe innovativer Technologieunternehmen. Seilbahnen, Pistenfahrzeuge und Beschneiungsanlagen aus einer Hand, die einiges gemeinsam haben: technische Exzellenz, Sicherheit und einen hohen Spezialisierungsgrad.

A group of innovative technology companies. Ropeways, grooming equipment and snow-making machines, from a single source, with much in common: Technical excellence, safety and a high degree of specialization. ANTARCTIC THE ICE IS BROKEN

EXTREME CONDITIONS - EXTREME PERFORMANCE: THE NEW PRINOTH ANTARCTIC VEHICLE ALTERNATIVE APPLICATIONS

PRINOTH ANTARCTIC EXTREME CONDITIONS, EXTREME PERFORMANCE conditions and the high-contrast vehicle color provides for better visibility on the terrain. Additional safety features for the driver and vehicle include the integrated snow melting system, UV protection on the windows, an extremely cold-resistant windshield wiper system, Arctic winds, extreme cold, mountains of ice and snow - the weather conditions in Ant- a windproof door locking and field securing points for dangerous terrains. arctica are extreme and often unpredictable. Distances in similar conditions become endless crossings that demand the absolute best equipment to be mastered. MAXIMUM LOAD CAPACITY PRINOTH has modified its PRINOTH ANTARCTIC snow groomer for these exceptional chal- Mammoth tasks require plenty of space! Compared to other snow vehicles, the PRINOTH lenges. Despite the weather, the PRINOTH ANTARCTIC is reliable, day in, day out. It is an ANTARCTIC offers maximum load capacity to be optimally prepared for Antarctic excursions. efficient and reliable partner for people working in a sensitive environment who want to Three different platforms are available, with or without front blade for a variety of appli- leave the smallest possible footprint. cations. All this makes the PRINOTH ANTARCTIC the safest and most powerful solution for the diverse challenges in the eternal ice. THE DAY-TO-DAY BUSINESS MUST CARRY ON Equipped with special adaptations, such as the Auxiliary Power Unit (APU), greater fuel capac- AUXILIARY POWER UNIT (APU) ity for longer distances as well as adjustments to the driver cabin for better ergonomics and more storage space for long journeys, PRINOTH has molded the ANTARCTIC to be the most ver- + Integrated in the vehicle satile and reliable snow groomer that can operate in such a challenging region as Antarctica. + Cold start at extreme temperatures as low as -50°C (-58°F) + Operated with the same fuel as the groomer SAFETY FIRST + At least 4 kW of additional power Numerous safety features offer the driver of an PRINOTH ANTARCTIC the unique feeling of + Heating of critical systems having the most capable and reliable partner for applications in this region right by your + Power for accessories and additional equipment side. For more safety and visibility, the lighting has been adapted to the difficult weather + Reliable support in case of emergency

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 62 | 62 PRINOTH USED VEHICLES

BY EXPERTS, FOR EXPERTS FOUR CATEGORIES, USED VEHICLES WITH THE BUT ALWAYS FIRST CHOICE. PRINOTH makes purchasing a used vehicle easy by dividing the process into four levels of overhauling. You can decide the extent of repairs and warranty PRINOTH GUARANTEE you prefer.

QUALITY LASTS LONGER THE SMART CHOICE, PRACTICALLY NEW! The innovative technology and high-quality construction of PRINOTH snow groomers makes PLATINUM snow groomers are demo models with them extremely robust and long-lasting, giving you many years of productive service. Be- low hours of operation and satisfy the highest fore beginning a new life as used vehicles, they are subject to a comprehensive service. customer demands. PRINOTH provides them with Our engineers put every component to the test and carry out all necessary repairs using a guarantee of one year or 1,500 operating hours. only PRINOTH original replacement parts. Our used vehicles are also given professional PLATINUM conditioning to smarten up their appearance, so that their future owners can have years of smooth, enjoyable operation.

EXPERTS ONLY NEED ONE THING: THE RIGHT THING Whether you are preparing wide downhill slopes or winding cross-country trails, we offer THE NEXT BEST THING TO NEW! a wide range of snow groomers from various manufacturers. And if you have not yet found GOLD snow groomers are as close to new as a used the right one for you from our range, we will be happy to help you look for the best fits vehicle can be. They are in peak condition, have your needs. A search request sent to our international branches and partners usually al- been given a complete mechanical overhaul and lows the desired model to be found within a short time. Once you have found the one you make a good impression both visually and opera- were looking for, you may well want a few extras for your used vehicle. Our experienced GOLD tionally. PRINOTH provides them with a warranty engineers are on hand to offer support with removing, modifying or up fitting special of one ski season or 600 operating hours. equipment.

ALWAYS READY, IF EVER YOU NEED IT: THE PRINOTH SERVICE Even with used vehicles, PRINOTH’s reliable repair and replacement service is standard. If READY FOR WORK! required, our AFTER SALES NETWORK can meet with you promptly to provide professional advice SILVER snow groomers are tested and serviced and support. However, anyone who has already experienced driving a PRINOTH snow groomer for reliability and performance. Any defective knows that its sophisticated design makes for low-maintenance operation and long-lasting or damaged parts are repaired or replaced. The job satisfaction, even after several owners! snow groomer is immediately ready for operation SILVER the day it arrives at your ski area. PRINOTH pro- TRUST IS GOOD THE PRINOTH SEAL OF QUALITY IS BETTER vides them with a warranty of one ski season or Of course, buying a used vehicle depends on trust. We place great value on personal consul- 150 operating hours. tation and a transparent, carefully selected range of products and services. We also want to ensure that you know you have made the right decision after the purchase and that you go home without any doubts. All our used vehicles are therefore tested in-house by PRINOTH EASY ON THE BUDGET! before they are given the PRINOTH SEAL OF QUALITY. BRONZE snow groomers are your most econom- ical choice, they are sold “As Is”. You can pre- OPENED 24/7: THE PRINOTH USED VEHICLE ONLINE PORTAL pare the vehicle yourself, and carry out your Are you looking for a used PRINOTH snow groomer and want to find out about our latest own repairs and maintenance if required. No offers? Visit our used vehicle online portal at www.prinoth.com/used to check out our wide BRONZE warranty offered. range of models with different levels of overhauling. We look forward to your request – there is no obligation!

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 64 | 64 AGRIPOWER KEVIN KALBITZ©

The LEITWOLF convinced him straightaway. “The use of the LEITWOLF in the silo was due to the efficiency and the excellent quality of silage at its debut in silo management for the 2016 corn harvest, so we rented another two used snow groomers and finally, at the beginning of AGRICULTURAL 2017, we bought another LEITWOLF Agripower and a LH 500,” says Matthias Täsch. They plan on using five of their own corn caterpillars in the long term. APPLICATIONS FOR USE IDEAL USE THROUGHOUT THE YEAR The applications are the most diverse. “Agripower vehicles are used mainly at biogas plants and on large farms throughout Germany for corn & grass harvesting as well as harvesting using THROUGHOUT THE YEAR a GPS. To fully utilize the machines, after intensive talks with biogas plant operators, the snow groomers were converted to load, supply and compress sugar beets at the biogas plant. It was an undeniable success! The vehicles are also used to stir fermentation residue in the final PRINOTH snow groomers are synonym of efficient slope preparation and perfect slopes. storage area. Used in winter as a snow groomer and in the spring as a forestry vehicle with This much is a fact. But, in addition to winter applications, used snow groomers are also mulchers makes their application complete“, says Täsch. suitable for all types of agricultural work and are perfect as multi-purpose vehicles. ADVANTAGES AT A GLANCE: The name of the German contractor S.W.A.T. stands for Schieben Walzen Agrar Transport, which means “pushing, rolling, agriculture, transport.” And the company has several + Optimal silo space utilization PRINOTH Agripower vehicles for agricultural applications of all kinds. + High silage efficiency thanks to the vibrating effect “Our company was founded in 2016 and started with a LEITWOLF Agripower by PRINOTH in its + High working speed first season. We offer a complete chopping chain with removal of the crop,” explains Matthias + Maneuverable and stable on steep silo walls Täsch, Managing Director of S.W.A.T. + Lower consumption values per ton of compressed material

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 66 | 66 HIN&HER

USED VEHICLES GUARANTEED BY PRINOTH AFTER SALES AUSTRIA READY, SET, GO! When the first snowflakes of winter fall, whether artificial or natural, an army of snow groomers climb up the mountains and provide for smooth operation in the ski area. Are your snow groomers ready for the upcoming winter?

EVEN SNOW GROOMERS NEED A CHECK-UP BY SPECIALISTS The secret to cost-optimized slope care is proper maintenance and quick repair of vehicles. With an early error or defect recognition, you can minimize your service operation costs and improve the service life and reliability of your vehicle. We offer fast and reliable servicing so that your vehicles can be 100% operational in the winter.

PRINOTH supports you with the best winter preparation:

+ Inspection of snow groomers in the summer; + Providing technical support for all work on the vehicles + Stocks for the most important maintenance and spare parts as well as the required special tools + Training of operators and technicians - by professionals, for professionals + PRINOTH-branded original spare parts ensure safety, accuracy of fit and smooth operation

A COMPREHENSIVE SERVICE: THE GLOBAL PRINOTH AFTER SALES NETWORK With a worldwide network of service centers, we are present wherever we are needed. PRINOTH delivers technical support quickly and efficiently through certified partners on the spot. Contact us! You can find all the AFTER-SALES NETWORK partners on our website at www.prinoth.com

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 70 | 70 SERVICE TIP PRINOTH drum winches are genuine quality products. However, or perhaps because of this, winches require regular maintenance. Maintenance can increase the ser- MAINTENANCE vice life and reduce wear and tear. Your vehicle will be able to keep on climbing any steep slope. So, we recom- AND REPAIR OF THE mend following the maintenance instructions below: + Each time, before using the winch, check that the rope DRUM WINCH pulleys run freely. This is necessary to avoid that the rollers jam, which would damage the rope.

+ It is also important to check and lubricate the guide rollers regularly while winding the rope according to the maintenance table (see operating instructions).

+ To ensure the smooth winding of the rope, it is neces- sary to check that the rope feed mechanism of the rope winding system moves freely.

+ Inspect the hydraulic hoses for wear and leaks to avoid loss of oil. Similarly, check the winch drive and hydrau- lic motor for leaks.

+ During the summer overhaul, the state of wear of the rope pulleys needs to be checked by measuring the radius with a special tool.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 72 | 72 PRINOTH & TEUFELBERGER

During servicing jobs, it is easier to carry and replace the cable. Plus, with the synthetic rope SYNTHETIC there is no wear on the components, no rust and no traces of grease, so no soiling on the vehicle. Horst Haller: All in all, we see the concept of the synthetic cable as an exciting alternative for WINCH CABLE customers to provide them with a choice for their terrain. How does the cable perform when it comes to breaking or bending? Andreas Muigg: According to the laboratory and rewinding tests done with the rope manufac- THE INNOVATIVE ALTERNATIVE turer Teufelberger, the cable has a significantly longer service life than a conventional steel cable. Of course, these results can’t be considered as they are for winch applications on the ground. Because you have contact with the ground or with stones and a corresponding stress or reaction PRINOTH participated to the Interalpin 2017 Trade Fair with a very special innovation: of the material. That‘s why the synthetic cable is not suitable for all customers or all terrain a synthetic winch cable developed together with Teufelberger. Horst Haller, Director conditions. But where the slope configuration allows, it can be a good option. of Product and After Sales, and Andreas Muigg, Head of Product Management, explained the special features of this cable in an interview. Has the cable already been tested in real-life conditions? Andreas Muigg: We already have some test customers where the cable is already in its second What is a synthetic winch cable exactly? year of use in some cases. In terms of service life, we are now approaching the average values Horst Haller: In this winch cable, there is absolutely no metal part. The core of the new winch of a steel cable and these cables are still in good conditions. So, it will be really exciting in the rope is made of highly resistant synthetic fibers with a synthetic protective sheath. This way, it next season or even the following season when we will have the final practical data and our is able to ensure a traction force of up to 4.5 t, the same as a conventional steel cable. calculations will be able to prove a much longer service life with real numbers. We also know that Teufelberger has already had very good results with these cables in forestry or in the crane sector. What are the advantages of this cable? Andreas Muigg: One advantage of this cable is its light weight. If you compare the weight of For what types of snow groomers is the synthetic cable an option? a 1,200 m long synthetic cable with a steel cable of the same length, you can save more than Horst Haller: In principle, the synthetic cable is suitable only for drum winches. But it can 500 kg (1,102 lb) in weight. And of course, this has a positive effect on the snow groomer - on be used without any restrictions for all winches that are designed for cables with an 11-mm the vehicle handling as well as on fuel consumption or efficiency. So, handling is much easier. diameter. It is therefore suitable for all new LEITWOLF, BISON or BEAST models.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 74 | 74 ACTION, FUN AND PLENTY OF HORSEPOWER AT THE PRINOTH CUP

With nearly 250 snow groomer operators from across Europe in attendance, PRINOTH celebrated the end of the season in style in Racines, Italy on April 6th and 7th, 2017.

“The season is drawing to a close. We are one big family, so let’s celebrate the end of the season together”. This sentiment, expressed by PRINOTH President Werner Amort at the opening of the PRINOTH Cup, sums up the unique spirit and cama- raderie within the branch. “We are living the passion for snow groomers, and that binds us together!” said Amort.

Regardless of whether a winter has been blessed with plenty of snow or not, every winter presents snow groomer operators with unique challenges and their skills and expertise must be up to the task. These are exactly the attributes put to the test during the PRINOTH Cup. Nearly 250 snow groomer operators from South Tyrol, Northern Italy, Austria, Switzerland, France and Slovakia rounded off their winter’s work with a friendly competition and the battle for the coveted trophy.

Fun was at the forefront throughout the proceedings and was palpable among competitors and spectators alike. The first game, “Swing the Tiller” was an all-or-nothing knockout round. Shifting the tiller of the LEITWOLF with parallel offset, competitors had an obstacle course of blue and red poles to run through while only touching with the finisher some blue poles and avoiding the red ones. Operators who were faster than their competitor moved on to the next round.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 76 | 76 Those who were not fortunate enough to move on, got a second chance to prove On both days three winners were chosen. The main prize was an AUDI Driving their skills during the “Lucky Loser” game, while the winners moved on to the Experience followed by a Microsoft Surface Tablet and a multifunctional Garmin “Crazy Slalom” challenge. Operating a HUSKY, the skilled operators needed to Fénix 5 sports watch. The winners were: complete a slalom course designed especially for the competition, moving for- ward and backward on rough terrain, and all this with an altered steering system. THURSDAY, APRIL 6TH: Focus was the name of the game during the “Carry the Weight” event. Using the 1. FLORIAN KRONBICHLER // Kronplatz – IT blade of the BISON X, competitors had to lift a dangling weight on a chain and 2. ANDREAS HARTMANN // Skilifte Lech - AT place it upon a wooden block with care and accuracy. Regardless of the vehicle, 3. ROLAND WINKLER // QParks - AT LEITWOLF, BISON or HUSKY, each operator pushed the vehicles to the limit in the quest to prove themselves amongst colleagues. FRIDAY, APRIL 7TH: 1. PATRICK BACHMANN // Silvretta Montafon – AT “Let’s take advantage of the very last flake of snow and give it all we’ve got! It’s 2. JOHANNES BIERMAIER // Silvretta Montafon – AT why we’re here!” said David Wiedmar of the Lenk Bergbahnen Ropeway company 3. PETER OBEX // Ratschings - IT in Switzerland. Pepi Furtschegger, Fleet Manager of Drei Zinnen AG, was equally enthusiastic. “I’ve been operating snow groomers for more than 40 years and I am still as passionate as ever. This is a fitting end to a great season!” He expressed The event was professionally moderated by Star Journalist Birgit Nössing of his excitement not only in regards to the community of enthusiasts but also re- Eurosport. DJ Tanja Roxx, who has performed alongside big names such as Calvin garding the many innovations of the last years. “It’s remarkable to have seen the Harris and David Guetta, got the event rocking and set the mood among the development of these machines throughout the years. The technical development in community of operators. And of course, The SNOWLICIOUS Food-Truck with Andrea this branch has been gigantic!” Campi was also present to serve delicious food and refreshments.

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EAST & WEST

HOW DO I MAKE A GOOD PARK AN EVEN BETTER PARK? This was more or less the goal that participants had to tackle at the annual Cutter’s Camp, a must for North American snowpark professionals. There are two editions: Cutter‘s Camp East and Cutter‘s Camp West. Cutter‘s Camp West was held from May 16 to 20, 2017, and drew snow groomer operators, shapers and park managers from around North America to Timberline, Oregon (USA). Once again, PRINOTH was one of the main sponsors and pre- sented its park management competence with the BISON X. Equipped with the snow depth measurement system developed by Leica Geosystems, operators can see at a glance how deep the snow layer is and use snow in the park in an efficient and resource-saving way. The snow depth measurement system also supports operators in their work by providing 3D park modeling.

15 YEARS OF CUTTER‘S CAMP AND STILL GOING STRONG Plenty of exciting highlights were on the agenda in Timberline, including the kickoff demo with two BISON X vehicles and three experts from the PRINOTH X-team on May 16 to offer participants a chance to try snow groomers featuring Leica Geosystems technology. About 70 participants attended the theoretical and practical training sessions. PRINOTH’s presence was stronger than ever before.

PLENTY OF FUN AND ACTION PRINOTH sponsored the opening event, the so-called ”Fireside Chat“, where the ”campers“ were officially welcomed, and the evening event at Windell‘s, where the famous dodgeball tournament was held. The 15th anniversary of the Cutter‘s Camp was celebrated this year and people looking to develop even more skills can save the following dates: November 6 to 8, 2017, at Mount Snow, VT (USA) for Cutter‘s Camp East.

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SKA TECHNO WORKSHOP FOR SNOW GROOMER OPERATORS YEEEEAAAH, THANKS!

“Yeeeeeah, thanks!” This is the Facebook post of a participant in the Quiksilver® New Star Camp in Sochi. The ingredients for so much enthusiasm were an extraordinary park set-up, young freestylers and what the adults call the ”framework program“, namely hot parties and cool sound. But the most important thing of all, from March 31 to April 10, 2017, once everyone arrived at the Rosa Khutor resort in Sochi, was Russia’s biggest sports and entertainment festival. Immediately after this high profile contest, SKATechno, PRINOTH’s Russian partner, or- ganized a workshop for snow groomer operators in the park area, held by PRINOTH X-team specialists. A different audience but with exactly the same excitement for something that is done with great passion. At this event from April 10 to 14, 2017, participants had the chance to become familiar with the new park snow groomers and share their experience. They practiced grooming a slope-style park, as was explained in the challenging briefing. And at the start, there was a BISON X, the number 1 in park building with mega perfor- mance plus mini emissions.

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THE EVOLUTION OF Moreover, the T16 now has a dump box or flatbed option. This gives the PANTHER T16 the highest payload available on rubber tracks, boasting 33,500 lb of bulk load material payload while the GVWR allows 75,000 lb on rubber tracks. The THE PANTHER T16 dump box is able to receive up to 11.5 cubic yards of material and it is lined with Hardox® steel, making it extra sturdy. With a maximum speed of 13 km/h (8 mph), this PANTHER model is sure to increase productivity for all kinds of THE MOST VERSATILE projects. VEHICLE IN ITS CLASS A NEW UNDERCARRIAGE DESIGN YET THE SAME OUTSTANDING TRACTION The T16 undercarriage was completely redesigned for the rubber track option Earlier this Spring, we announced that the PANTHER T16 is evolving to become to provide a sturdy undercarriage composed of five large wheels with both a the most versatile vehicle in its class. The T16 is now available with new track tandem and a tridem suspension. PRINOTH’s patented tridem allows uniform and configuration options to suit different customer needs. PRINOTH is the only distribution of the load over the rubber track while offering the same legendary manufacturer to give customers a choice between metal-embedded solid rubber suspension travel typical to all PANTHER models. The undercarriage is optimized tracks or the traditional D-dent track system. The rubber track option has been by the automatic, hydraulically controlled track tensioning system allowing to requested to allow more versatility when crossing or traveling on roads, as well achieve ideal track tension. This prolongs the track’s life and allows for less as being gentler on shop floors when up-fitting vehicles. maintenance and down time.

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ALWAYS SEEKING THE BEST OPTION In developing the PANTHER platform, PRINOTH consistently consulted with long-time part- PARTNER PROFILE: ner Altec. The engineering teams from both companies’ continue to collaborate in order to provide the best solutions for power utility companies. The PANTHER T22 was developed following a request from Altec in order to support their new AC40 and AC45 cranes. The ALTEC newest version of the PANTHER T16 with rubber tracks also came from an inquiry by Altec. PRINOTH is always proud to collaborate with the Altec engineering team to find the best option for its clientele. PRINOTH is proud to count Altec Industries, Global Rentals, Altec Highline and Altec Tree Care as some of its longest, most loyal and valued customers. PRINOTH is dedicated to pro- “As a partner, we thrive on collaborating with OEMs such as Altec to develop solutions for their vide Altec with the best crawler carrier line-up, specifically designed for rigorous demands customers. There are great advantages in working in this manner. We then get the equipment of high power transmission and distribution line construction and maintenance. As a leading manufacturer’s perspective, information about what the end-customer really needs. This allows equipment and service provider for both the electric utility and telecommunications sectors, PRINOTH, and ultimately Altec, to provide their customers with world-class solutions,” com- Altec provides a wide variety of equipment to companies around the world. mented Jonathan Thibault, PRINOTH’s Product Manager.

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PANTHER – GO EVERYWHERE! TRACKED VEHICLES

THE PRINOTH DNA FLEXIBLE DESIGN

Collaborating with partners to design and provide the best crawler carrier solution to suit any industry specific needs is part of PRINOTH’s DNA. The PRINOTH business model offers customers the flexibility to be imaginative and the ability to develop turn-key solutions that truly respond to their needs.

RESPONDING TO CUSTOMER NEEDS Our engineering team is constantly responding to market and customer demands. The most recent result of this effort is the T14R rotating dumper and a new vehicle offering over 13,200 kg (29,100 lb) of payload on rubber tracks. And let’s not forget all the other innovations we have provided our many customers over the years.

THE PANTHER LINE-UP PRINOTH developed its PANTHER line-up to offer vehicles with GVWRs ranging from 28,600 lb to 90,000 lb. All these solutions allow crane, aerial device and other equipment manufacturers to finish equipment installation quicker and, in turn, add the vehicles to their available fleet faster. PRINOTH was recently able to provide increased payload on the PANTHER T16 to accommodate the mounting of the Terex TM125. It is also worth mentioning that Terex, along with its dealers and partners such as Utility One Source, UCO, NESCO, James A. Kiley and Ring Power CAT in Florida had initially requested a new subframe on the bigger PANTHER models. As such, PRINOTH created a subframe to fit on the Rapid Attach Design (RAD) Chassis, which allows equipment manufacturers to quickly install their apparatus on a PANTHER T16, which was introduced at ICUEE in 2015.

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PRINOTH ENTERS THE JAPANESE MARKET Japanese territory. JFE Plant Engineering is part of JFE Holdings, one of the biggest com- panies in Japan and in the world for steel production. The long-term relationship between the two companies has proven successful and PRINOTH is confident that we can also reach PARTNERSHIP WITH good results for tracked vehicles through this distributor. PRINOTH PANTHER; A PREMIUM CARRIER FOR THIS WELL-ESTABLISHED MARKET JFE PLANT ENGINEERING ”Entering the Japanese market has been in our plans for many years. With the crawler tradition in Japan, we know this is a high-potential market for us. We’re happy and excited to enter that market with a premium crawler which we are confident Japanese ‘connoisseurs’ will appreciate PRINOTH is proud to announce a new distribution agreement for the Japanese market and welcome,“ said Alessandro Ferrari, VP of Sales at PRINOTH. through a partnership with JFE Plant Engineering. PRINOTH and JFE started promoting the tracked vehicles line-up in the Spring. Both com- Located in Taito-ku near Tokyo, JFE has been a long-time partner of PRINOTH in the Snow panies’ representatives also attended the Nagano Woodfair at the end of May where the grooming business and will now represent PRINOTH’s tracked carrier business for the whole Japanese forestry business community was introduced to our product line.

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PANTHER T22 class safety, reliability and off-road performance. The quick-attach platform can be used on either the main boom, the 14.9 m (49 feet) EQUIPPED WITH telescopic jib or the 1.8 m (6 feet) composite reach extension. The unit was designed to optimize deck-space and allow easy access to the cab from anywhere in rotation. The workhorse AC45 is also avail- ALTEC’S AC40-152S able on the T22. More specifications can be obtained by contacting Altec directly.

One of PRINOTH’s major customer, Altec Industries, recently an- The PANTHER T22 is Tier 4 Final and offers 20,865 kg (46,000 lb) nounced that two of their biggest cranes, the AC40-152S and of payload and is undoubtedly one of the largest tracked carriers AC45-127S, are now available mounted on the PANTHER T22. This on the market. Equipped with the innovative R.A.D. chassis (Rapid allows customers to access to hard-to-reach areas and to employ Attach Design), a PRINOTH exclusivity first designed specifically for the unit in the aerial mode with 67.7 m (222 feet) of working the power utility industry, this vehicle can receive large cranes or other height and 544 kg (1,200 lb) of platform capacity. sizable implements. With a ground pressure of only 4.39 psi (309 g/cm2) at the maximum GVWR, the unit will easily travel through mud or PRINOTH and Altec worked closely together on developing the unit other soft soils to allow power utility companies to reach even the to ensure both systems, the carrier and the unit, would have best-in- hardest terrains.

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CUSTOMER TESTIMONIAL platforms, to foundation drilling, digger derricks, and heavy crane applications. One of our primary focuses is custom equipment solutions, and no one supports us better than PRINOTH BY JASON ZENKER to ensure that quality custom solutions are accomplished.

Do you have particular examples where you felt the PANTHER performed brilliantly? UTILITY ONE SOURCE The PRINOTH products, across the product line, exceed expectations for reliability, stability (for side hill applications in particular), and maneuverability. The operator interface has been very well thought out; it is difficult to do this for a carrier which must support so many Tell us a little bit about your business? different types of equipment mounted. Utility One Source (UOS) is a leading supplier of trucks and custom equipment, serving the utili- ties industry, rail companies, oil and gas sector, forestry services and other specialty equipment In what way has the PANTHER improved your business/work? markets, all of which require track mounted equipment. UOS supplies a wide variety of this equip- The PANTHER has made closing the sale easier for us. It allows us to provide the end-customer ment mounted on PRINOTH equipment for not only its customers, but also for its own rental fleet. with great value, timely delivery, and reliable after-sale support. The high level of end-user training commitment has improved the safety and reliability of our offering. PRINOTH folks really What brought you to purchase a PANTHER? take care of their customers, me, as well as the end-user. UOS prides itself on providing the best products and experience. PRINOTH has been a great partner. Its products, including the PANTHER Series, represent the best value, quality, and Tell us a little bit about your business relationship with PRINOTH technology out there. PRINOTH folks are highly cooperative, communicative, and they take a customer centric view of the sale. The application drives their recommendations, and advice, on how to achieve the What kind of work do you do with the PANTHER? required work practice. They are sensitive to the constraints and challenges I have, as an inte- Our customers use the PANTHER for a variety of different applications, from aerial utility grator, to ensure a good end-result.

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THE POWER which increased both vehicle reliability and ease of tight turning. This innovation was quickly followed by a change in the driving system. A steering wheel/pedal combination allows even occasional operators such as rental users, to easily ope- UTILITY MARKET rate the vehicle and to safely reach their working environment. PRINOTH has been setting industry standards for many years with many new technologies including innovative track and chassis design as well as impressive safety fea- THE POWER TO BE FIRST, tures and a number of patents. THE ENERGY TO STAY THERE! PANTHER LINE-UP The design for the PANTHER line-up was developed in collaboration with many equipment OEMs. The PRINOTH PANTHER vehicles offer more payload, different The power utility market has been a key industry for the development of the chassis types (standard truck-style or Rapid Attach Design) for ease of installa- PRINOTH products for many years. We always strive to offer the best, most tion, the best comfort thanks to the PRINOTH suspension system, and a pump reliable and safest solutions to equipment manufacturers and customers. drive (PTO) with a 1:1 ratio to the motor allowing OEMs to use the same pumps Over the years, we have collaborated with many OEMs to cater to power utility as they use on trucks. The PANTHER models also feature safety components such customers’ needs and safety. as ROPS ISO 3471 cabs, FOPS cabs, an auto-brake to prevent up to 60% grade hill, a special interlock system, and lower levels of noise & vibrations as well SETTING INDUSTRY STANDARDS as better visibility, all benchmarked using construction industry leader Cater- The progression of our tracked vehicle line-up started years ago when we were pillar®’s standards, making the PRINOTH PANTHER the most reliable, versatile the first ones to offer a hydrostatic transmission on the GO-TRACT vehicles, and safest crawler carrier on the market.

PRINOTHWORLD 2017 — PAGE 98 | 98 TRACKED VEHICLES Find out more at: [email protected]

SERVICING YOU THROUGHOUT THE WORLD AFTER SALES TRACKED VEHICLES

At PRINOTH, we have a team of after sales technical specialists who provide service and mechanical assistance 7-days a week to customers, dealers and for all our tracked vehicles.

These experts work directly with our engineering department and help mechanics out in the field whenever a problem occurs or in case of maintenance, trouble- shooting and emergency. Assisted by sophisticated electronic tools, our experts really are the best-suited individuals to support and diagnose all PRINOTH products. They travel around the world to support other teams and provide the excellent service that made PRINOTH famous.

BEST MAINTENANCE PRACTICES This same team of specialists is also in charge of training our service techni- cians, sales representatives, dealers, partners and customers on how to properly maintain and service the utility line up that include PANTHER and even the GO-TRACT line-up. PRINOTH also hosts special sessions directly at our clients’ locations mainly regarding the best maintenance practices to adopt with our crawler carriers. These sessions are called “In-service sessions”. A webinar will soon be available for your convenience.

FACTORY SERVICE SCHOOLS In the coming year, we are planning on scheduling special training sessions, which are known as Factory Service Schools, in various locations across North America. Interested parties should sign up for our Tracked Vehicles’ newsletter and/or follow us on social media to be informed about dates and locations.

WE TRAVEL INTERNATIONALLY Our vehicles are extremely reliable but in case you need support, we can service you through different channels; first, via our company-owned service centers, through a growing network of independent dealers and our team even travels when needed to grant you access to service everywhere. Visit our website to find out more or write to the After Sales team at [email protected]

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DEALER NETWORK EXPANSION

PRINOTH is continuing to expand in the North American and Global markets. Since the beginning of 2017, PRINOTH has added 8 new dealers in North America and internationally.

USA In the United States, PRINOTH is happy to report that it has now rep- resentation in Louisiana through ARDCO Equipment, in Ohio through Company Wrench Ltd., in Tennesse with Thompson CAT, in Kentucky thanks to an agreement with Kentucky Machinery and also in New England (Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and Conneticut) since long- time partner Chadwick-BaRoss now carries the PANTHER Series. ”These markets are key for our business. Louisiana, for example, is a natural market for tracked carriers. With their peculiar soils and wet lands, our products will without a doubt attract interest for all types of projects in the state of Louisiana.,” said Doug Little, Director of Sales.

CANADA Many regions are seeing an influx of activity, such as the Canadian province Ontario. CG Equipment has been appointed as a PRINOTH dealer for the province. Well-established as a construction dealer, CG Equipment will service the province’s hydro companies as well as other off-road projects and industries.

INTERNATIONAL On the international scene, PRINOTH agreed with two new partners. First, covering the entire territory of Mexico is a group made up of two companies TRACSA & SITSA. ”This partnership represents a breakthrough in Latin America for PRINOTH,“ commented Alessandro Ferrari, Vice-president of Sales for the Tracked Vehicles’ Business Unit at PRINOTH. ”We have been looking to expand south of the United States for quite some time and we were looking for an important part- ner. We finally found that partner in TRACSA & SITSA,“ added Ferrari. Last but not least, PRINOTH has signed an agreement for Japan (see details in an additional article). The interest in PRINOTH is constantly growing and the distribution network continue to expand. Interested parties should contact the Sales Team at PRINOTH.

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WE CUSTOMIZE crane needed to be able to lift at a long distance from the vehicle while working on a steep slope. Because aerial cranes are always FOR YOU made to function only when leveled, this posed a good challenge for both PRINOTH and our crane manufacturer partner. By doing ex- tensive stability calculations and by modifying the hydraulic com- One of the departments which differentiates us from the com- ponents (oil tank), the team was able to create a vehicle which will petition at PRINOTH is our customization team. This engineering now be able to work on a slant hill, without the usage of outriggers, team receives special customer requests, reviews the project’s and without jeopardizing the operator’s safety and stability. feasibility and then supports the customers by providing them with a turnkey state-of-the-art solution. SOLUTIONS FOR ALL KIND OF APPLICATIONS AND INDUSTRIES PROJECT WITH PLM The business model developed at PRINOTH allows our team to seek Recently, our dealer Pipeline Machinery (PLM) submitted such a pro- and create solutions for all kinds of applications and industries. As a ject for their customer, Precision Pipeline, who needed to integrate manufacturer, we rely on that flexibility to serve our customers and and install a knuckle boom crane on a PANTHER T12. The articulated design the customized apparatus that suits their needs.

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2017 TRADESHOW PDAC & CONEXPO

Calendar year 2017 is undoubtedly a very busy tradeshow year for construction companies! PRINOTH is participating in almost 10 tradeshows to outline both its capabilities and best-in-class technology.

PDAC A key show for the tracked vehicles’ business unit is undeniably PDAC; the Prospectors & Developers Association of Canada Tradeshow which was held in Toronto in March. A very strategic mining show, it is cru- cial to PRINOTH’s business development. “We really feel PDAC is a key event in our annual tradeshow calendar,” explained Alessandro Ferrari, VP of Sales at PRINOTH. He added: “We were extremely pleased with the quality of leads we collected at the show. It’s always an important one for us because it allows to connect with both drill manufacturers and get new exploration opportunities directly with mine owners and management teams.”

CONEXPO The mother of all tradeshows in the construction industry in North America is of course CONEXPO. For the first time, PRINOTH exhibited its PANTHER T14R Rotating Dumper. A PANTHER T6 equipped with a flatbed offering an increased payload as well as a PANTHER T8 out- fitted with a knuckle boom crane were showed along with 3 mulch heads from our Vegetation Management division. “We are thrilled with the buzz created at CONEXPO. Our booth was always busy and we met many very interesting potential partners from all over the world. Having such a specialized product, it is exciting to see that many people were seeking PRINOTH specifically and wanted to establish a relationship with us. You could definitely feel the rise in confidence in the construction industry all throughout the show,” commented Director of Sales, Doug Little.

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PRINOTH MULCHERS DIVERSITY IS THE FUTURE

The right model for every excavator. With its new excavator attachments, PRINOTH covers the complete range from 6 to 25 tons. The M4 50E-900 mulcher for 6-12 tons and the M5 50e-1300 mulcher for 18-25 tons are the latest newcomers to the mulching range which can boast 25 years of experience and is always in step with the market‘s latest needs.

LIGHTWEIGHT The M4 50E-900 is the lightest excavator-mounted mulcher for 6-12 ton excavators. Thanks to the optimized weight, handling is a piece of cake. A built-in gear motor allows easy mounting on different excavators as well as a rapid change of carrier units, without having to install additional oil drain lines.

EXTREMELY STABLE IN OPERATION Since December 2016, the M450e-900 is in operation at Frank Rothmund, a service company in the earth-moving, underground engineering and construction sector, as well as the main- tenance of garden or outdoor installations. Frank Rothmund has mounted the M450e-900 on a 6-ton excavator for wood management in biotopes and along roadsides and hedges. “The stability of the M450e-900 is remarkable,“ enthuses Frank Rothmund. “Plus the mulcher has an extremely low weight. This makes it truly unique in its class.“

TO EACH ITS OWN The mid-range includes the M450e-1100 mulchers for use on 12-18-ton excavators and the FM500e for 18-23-ton excavators. The new M550e-1300 is the solution for heavy-duty jobs. This mulcher is designed for excavators in the 18-25-ton range. The power pack ensures top shredding quality thanks to the counter-blades and is reinforced with wear-resistant steel, even in critical points of the housing.

PRODUCTIVITY IS MAXIMUM The M550e-1300 is designed for heavy weights, while ensuring ease of use. It stands out for its optimal power transmission. For the ”numbers people“ in your company, this means: a positive impact on operating costs, because of productive work. Of course, flexible mount- ing on various carriers is also ensured with the M550e-1300. The universal plate can be applied on the left or right of the mulcher. An individual change is instantly possible.

WE CONTINUE TO WORK TIRELESSLY Thanks to the sophisticated technology, we can offer even lighter machines that stand out for their maximum stability. All new PRINOTH equipment can be operated both hydraulically and mechanically, therefore covering a wider range of applications. In the field of excavator mulchers, PRINOTH is engaged in completing its portfolio to be able to seamlessly equip excavators of six to 30 tons with mulchers. The new series is also bound to be a success with smaller tractors and skid steers in the construction equipment sector - of course, with the familiar AHWI quality and the ”Made in Germany” mark. With two new rotor concepts and a wide range of working widths, PRINOTH is securing its leadership for years to come.

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DELEGATING IS AN OPTION OUR TECHNICAL So, you don’t have the time or the expertise? Or you simply think that a PRINOTH professional should take care of it? Then, our AFTER SALES NETWORK is the right solution for you! We have a worldwide network of rapid-response service partners that will provide you with compe- TRAINING tent support and technical assistance in the case of revisions and maintenance. Thanks to this well-organized service structure and our excellent replacement part availability with worldwide logistics network and delivery reliability, our customers can be sure of extremely Our vehicles are truly reliable and require very little service support but if something does short downtimes. happen, it can be easily fixed by a well-trained mechanic. Our technical training is an in- vestment in the productivity of your vehicle or fleet because it allows mechanics to deliver COMPETENT AND ALWAYS AVAILABLE optimal maintenance and to be able to carry out certain types of repair work on their own. In addition to classic ”Fly-In-Support” on demand, PRINOTH provides a flexible offering of This helps to keep downtime to a minimum. service and maintenance contracts. Prevention is worth it; contact us and we will design a tailor-made service program for you! BY PROFESSIONALS, FOR PROFESSIONALS Training for mechanics provides the necessary basis for maintenance and repair work on a RAPTOR or other mulcher model. In addition, every component is explained in detail and WE SUPPORT YOU WITH: directly on the machine to give mechanics a comprehensive picture of the machine and its applications. Training covers the hydraulic, electrical and mechanical systems as well as the + On-site service basics of diesel engines. Contact us at the following e-mail address and make sure to get + On-site training your training by professionals, for professionals: [email protected] + Original replacement parts

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THE RAPTOR 300 A MASTER OF ADAPTATION

CONFIGURED ACCORDING TO CUSTOMER REQUEST The RAPTOR 300 is a chameleon among mulchers and provides for perfect adaptation to individual customers’ requirements. The mod- ular design, coupled with a wide range of options, allows countless configurations. Hi-tech and sturdy at the same time, the RAPTOR 300 sets new standards in the mulching industry.

THE RAPTOR 300 SHOWS ITS COLORS It is compact, flexible and extremely productive. In France, it is mainly used for site clearance. In the case of special customer re- quirements, it is literally a matter of recognizing the color: the RAPTOR 300 in France is painted sky blue. The special edition was specifically adapted to our customer‘s requests and now meets the color specifications of the corporate design.

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True to the motto ”Made in Germany“, we pay attention to the high- est quality. Our products are designed to ensure durability, produc- WARRANTY tivity and ease of service. In order to meet this challenge, since April 2017, we now offer a warranty extension of up to 24 months for Bosch Rexroth hydraulic motors on our hydraulic mulchers. The EXTENSION extension is available for the following models:

OPTION M650H M550H Together with the AFTER-SALES NETWORK, PRINOTH has set the goal of delivering even better service and replacement spare part quality M450H-1600 / 1900 / 2200 to its customers. We guarantee fast and competent help in repairs and servicing, as well as an optimal supply of replacement parts. And in doing so, we want to show that we have a very special under- We hope that this initiative can help you offer your customers even standing of customer proximity and service quality. more reliability and operational safety.

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SMÅLAND “SMALL LAND” THE LARGEST FORESTRY TRADE FAIR

Hej! Välkommen till Småland, a region of Sweden meaning ”Small Land“ and home of Pipi Longstocking’s author Astrid Lindgren. Her stories about Emil from Lönneberga and of the other characters she created have shaped the image that the people have of Småland for generations. In the modern business world, the region is well-known for being the birthplace of IKEA and also for a different reason closer to PRINOTH: this is where the world‘s largest forestry trade fair is held, on Sweden’s largest exhibition grounds.

NEWS & HIGH-TECH And the crowds are just as large! This year‘s edition of ELMIA Wood, held at the beginning of June, was yet another success, with over 41,000 visitors to the huge exhibition grounds located in Jönköping. All the innovations and high-tech devices or applications in the in- dustry were presented and some could even be tested directly on site. For instance, in the new ”Drone Zone“ section, practical demon- strations showed how drones can be used in forestry. A total of 555 exhibitors from 28 countries confirmed the reputation of ELMIA Wood as the world’s largest forestry technology event of the year. Together with our partner Owren, PRINOTH Vegetation Management presented the RAPTOR 300, the RFL700 clearing cutter, and the M550m-2100, M450e-900 and the new M550e-1300 mulchers. Plus, the PANTHER T14R - PRINOTH‘s rotating dumper tracked vehicle - made its debut.

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