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TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS DRIVE CONTROL AUTOMATION As a leading Global Drive, Control and Automation System Integrator, we use a considered portfolio of products to deliver robust, reliable and flexible solutions to meet the most challenging process requirements.

COMPANY OVERVIEW 3 CAPABILITY FULL TURNKEY PROJECTS PRE-CONTRACT CONSULTANCY CONTRACT DEVELOPMENTS POST-CONTRACT SERVICES 5 6 6 6 TECHNOLOGIES DRIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS SERVO SYSTEMS PLC SYSTEMS SAFETY SYSTEMS SCADA + HMI SYSTEMS DISTRIBUTED CONTROL SYSTEMS MES/ERP + MIS SYSTEMS MACHINE VISION SYSTEMS MOTOR CONTROL CENTRES NETWORKS ROBOTICS TRANSFORMER RECTIFIERS SIMULATION & EMULATION 7 10 11 14 15 18 19 22 23 26 27 30 31 ACCREDITATIONS & PARTNERS INDUSTRY STANDARDS 34 35 2

OVERVIEW Iconsys is a leading UK Automation solutions provider and systems integrator, using the latest Automation technologies to deliver best-in-class solutions to help our customers achieve their businesses objectives. Established in 1987, Iconsys has an outstanding track record of successfully completed projects. We are specialists in the design, manufacture and commissioning of integrated solutions incorporating multiple variable speed drives, servos, PLCs and SCADA with a vast experience of integration to higher business systems. With our extensive Engineering skills and the range of Technologies offered, we can provide and implement solutions successfully across a wide range of Industries as can be seen by our case studies. 3

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CAPABILITY FULL TURNKEY PROJECTS Our wealth of experience in implementing large complex projects across an array of industry sectors has equipped Iconsys with the expertise to offer a complete full turnkey project management service, from the initial pre-contractual conceptualisation through to post-contract customer support packages. A Project Manager is assigned to each project to provide a single point of contact throughout the project s life cycle, managing all aspects of the project to meet the agreed strategic project milestones that are critical to delivering the required project solution, both on time and to budget. Full In-House solutions Our full in-house turnkey project service can include Principal Contractor role in CDM (Construction Design & Management), full design specifications for approval, Hardware and Software design, CAD, Panel manufacture and test, system simulation, installation, commissioning, acceptance testing, training, post-completion maintenance and service assistance. Vertically: Integration of the drivetrain and control system along the information flow, all the way to MES level. Lifecycle: Complementary service and software supporting the entire lifecycle of the project Horizontally: Functional, mechanical and energy - efficient integration of the drivetrain along the energy flow - from converters, motor / generators, coupling to gear unit. Gearbox Coupling Motor Drive Pre-Contract Consultancy Contract Development Post-Contract 5

PRE-CONTRACT CONSULTANCY Our pre-contract consultancy aim is to ensure that every detail and objective relating to the project are taken into account and incorporated during the pre-tender and tendering phase. The main emphasis is on implementing the correct solution to suit the needs of the client. We are available to provide: Feasibility Studies Overall Concept Design User Requirement Specifications System Simulation Design Specifications Development of End User Standards Simultaneous Engineering Engineering Pilot Risk Assessment CONTRACT DEVELOPMENTS We are on hand to advise on the most effective process for the project to be successful, developing the Customer-Supplier relationship into a mutually beneficial partnership. We can provide the full range of services that can be tailor-made to meet the application and budget. We are available to provide: Project Management Complete System Specification Hardware & Software Design Application Development Test Strategy & Methodology Docs Manufacturing Module & Integrated Testing System Emulation / Simulation Sitework Planning and Design Site Installation Works Virtual Commissioning System Commissioning Operation & Maintenance Manuals POST-CONTRACT SERVICES A full range of Post-Contract Services and Customer Care Packages can be provided to suit the needs of the organisation and the people within. These range from product, application and process training to tailor-made 24/7 service packages providing on site or remote support. All these services help to assist in eliminating risks. We are available to provide: System Training 24/7 Support Contracts Remote Access Support Planned Maintenance Maintenance Contracts Operate and Maintain Contracts Technical Construction Files Maintenance Documentation Packages 6

DRIVE CONTROL SYSTEMS Iconsys has over 25 years of experience in complex drive systems solutions. We are specialists in the design and implementation of AC and DC multiple drive systems, our understanding of both technologies enhances our ability to deliver turnkey, multi-drive solutions. Whether it is a complete new system or refurbishment, Iconsys have the experience and knowledge to provide the desired outcome. We are experts in the planning and installation of sophisticated systems for numerous applications to many industries. Using the latest programmable hardware we deliver software solutions for the most complex drive systems. Be it speed, tension or position control we have the knowledge to provide the requirements. Our experience in Drive Technologies, technical expertise and project management combine to make Iconsys a viable system integrator partner. We have the reputation for comprehensive analysis of each project, looking at all possibilities in order to eliminate risk, deliver future-proof solutions and installing peace of mind. 7

SERVO SYSTEMS The growth in use of servo drive systems in recent years has increased our application capabilities and expanded our ability as a solution provider. Where high speed and accurate position control is required, we can introduce complex servo systems, either as a replacement to existing control or as an enhancement. In either case we have internal capabilities and experience to deliver the optimum system for every project. 10

PLC SYSTEMS PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) provide the foundation for most industrial control systems whatever the market sector. Whether the control system is small, large, complex, distributed, etc, we can provide the solution to meet the needs of the application and budget. Distributed systems, Safety systems, Dual Redundant systems can all be designed and integrated into the desired application. As an approved Systems Integrator for all the major PLC suppliers, our team of expert PLC Hardware and Software engineers can provide a PLC system tailor-made to suit the application and budget needs, either as a replacement to the existing control system or as an enhancement. 11

SAFETY SYSTEMS With Safety being the number one priority, it is at the forefront of all of our engineering designs. Whether this is incorporating safety hardware into standard applications or designing highly complex multi-level systems, we have the experience necessary to meet all latest British and European Safety Legislation. Our ability to design and validate complex systems for all applications allows us to be a market leader in the design and implementation of safety control systems across all industry sectors. To achieve this, all of our TUV certified Engineers regularly attend safety system seminars and courses in order to keep up to date with the latest changes. 14

SCADA + HMI SYSTEMS With the rapid advance of PC technology, SCADA and HMIs have become an integral part of most integrated control systems and the primary interface for the process operator. High definition complex interactive graphics provide sophisticated ease of the control process as well as data acquisition and monitoring. Our experience ranges from the advent of SCADA/HMI systems to the latest technology available today, providing bespoke tailor-made sophisticated control across all industry sectors. We have considerable experience when it comes to upgrading legacy systems by either converting or upgrading the existing configuration or, re-engineering the existing system to provide an up to date state of the art control system. 15

DISTRIBUTED CONTROL SYSTEMS DCS or Distributed Control System provides highly scalable solutions for Process Industries. We can select the most cost effective solution for the application and have the experience to design and build solutions for Continuous, Batch and Hybrid processes. These processes are configured, maintained and flexible from a central location to the highest distribution of I/O devices to suit the application (normal, hazardous, special instrumentation, safety etc). 18

MES/ERP + MIS SYSTEMS A major area for potential improvement is the collection, collation, analysis and historical storage of the data that is available across manufacturing plants via the installed base of automation systems. Yet even today many organisations are not using this data to its full potential. The ability to easily measure and drive production efficiency improvements, identify where energy is being wasted, as well as the ability to link the MES/ERP + MIS system to Factory Automation to track and streamline processes and provide management visibility locally or remotely. Using PC s or hand held devices has never been easier. Essential for Sustainable Manufacturing, Iconsys has the knowledge and capability to take you there. 19

MACHINE VISION SYSTEMS Essential for Track and Trace as well as product inspection and quality control. Camera and digital inspection systems are now an integral part of modern control systems and essential for high speed decision making in manufacturing and logistics. Iconsys has the knowledge and experience of configuring, networking and integrating camera and inspection systems for a complete solution. Machine vision implemented with the latest RFID tagging system provide the robust and reliable tracking solutions for the most onerous high speed applications. 22

MOTOR CONTROL CENTRES Whatever the industry or application, electric motors are required to drive plant and equipment. These are not always driven by sophisticated varible speed drive solutions; it is often advantageous and more cost effective to control these motors from dedicated Motor Control Centres (MCC). We provide MCCs either as a stand alone system or integrated into the larger project solution. We design, manufacture, install and commission standard or bespoke MCCs, incorporating the hardware of the world s leading suppliers, to suit the application and environment. We take into account international design standards and certification, ingress protection and segregation requirements in order to provide the solution to meet all needs. 23

NETWORKS Whether it be a single point-to-point communication project or complex multi-drive, SCADA, PLC and multi-device automation solution, flexibility of communication protocol is critical to ensure that all types of hardware communicate efficiently. We have experience of all communication platforms and protocols. Networks have traditionally utilised copper and fibre optic media but now include the latest wireless radio, leaky coax, mobile and optical solutions. New installations can be high performance, Safe, Wireless and with complex multi-devices. While retrofit projects also include networks to obscure legacy systems. 26

ROBOTICS The growth of Industrial Robots across many industries has been extensive and rapid. Robots are critical components to ensure quality, speed and repeatability in manufacturing. These can be traditional, heavy duty Robots as used across the Automotive industry with tool changer systems through to smaller Delta robots for rapid pick and place applications. Iconsys can provide Robot integration services for the major Robot manufacturers (programming, commissioning, teaching, network interfacing with supervisory control systems). 27

TRANSFORMER RECTIFIERS ICONSYS supply Transformer Rectifiers for industrial and harsh environments. This includes diverse applications such as on-board military or FPSO ships, in confined spaces within Oil Rig Platforms to less onerous Power Stations. Applications include Water Cooled Transformer Rectifiers with Titanium Water to Air Heat Exchangers for ATEX Zone 1 and Zone 2 areas which require Ingress Levels up to IP66. Typically these would be Stainless Steel 316 Cubicles which are also full load tested in our in house heat test chamber at ambient temperatures up to 50 deg C. Typically Oil and Gas solutions would be Ex P, Purge and Pressurised units and can include PLC Control Panels as Ex nr units. Currents to 4000 Amps with Voltages up to 200 V DC have been designed. In harsh environments where mild steel cabinets are accepted, these are typically marine standard wet paint finished assemblies which can be supplied to local or international standards such as Norsok. 30

SIMULATION & EMULATION Iconsys can offer Automation System Simulation services from several powerful solutions including WinMOD and PICS. Simulation software simulates real-world systems and machines controlled by PLC or DCS systems. The entire system (communications, sequencing/ interlocking, HMI/SCADA, and alarms) can be tested, all emergency faults can be verified and operators trained prior to the system becoming operational. With Simulation software, control system errors can be swiftly identified in the office, allowing new processes to be implemented quickly and accurately thereby avoiding the high cost of production downtime. The software allows the creation of a dynamic model on a PC that duplicates the behaviour of the I/O devices, providing the control system with simulated device feedback. The main benefits of simulation software is identifying and eliminating system problems early in the project cycle, reducing the Hot commissioning time on site, project delays, risk reduction, right first time and potentially overall cost reduction. 31

ACCREDITATIONS Iconsys incorporate three major areas into our management system process: Iconsys is committed to quality and is accredited to Quality Management System registered to ISO9001:2008 with a UKAS approved agency. We are committed to reducing our impact on the environment and are registered to ISO14001:2004 Environmental Management System with a UKAS approved agency. We are dedicated to safe working practices and are members of the British Safety Council and are registered in the Safecontractor scheme. PARTNERS As one of the UK s leading system integrators we believe that our Solutions Partners play a pivotal role in the strategy, solutions and support that we offer our customers. That is why we carefully select our Partners, as we believe they must be reliable, cost effective, globally available and innovative in their approach. 34

INDUSTRY STANDARDS Iconsys design and manufacture bespoke electrical and electronic control systems for a diverse range of industries. Each industry and client be it European or global have their own unique standards which we comply with on a project basis. Typically we adhere to the following standards: BS EN 60204 Directive - Safety of machinery. Electrical equipment of machines Directive 2006/42/EC - Machinery Directive Directive 2006/95/EC - Low Voltage Directive (LVD) Directive 2004/108/EC - Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC) BS EN ISO 13849 Directive - Safety of machinery. Safety-related parts of control systems BS EN/IEC 62061 Directive - Safety of machinery. Functional safety of electrical control systems BS EN 61439 Directive - Low-voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies ATEX Directive 94/9/EC - Protect employees from explosion risk in areas with explosive atmosphere 35

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