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COR™ certifiedEffectiveMarch 2017Achieved on ourfirst attempt (70% of companies fail) with an overall score of 97% (min 80% required)

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Precision. Innovation.Keyhole processCore cutextractionHydro vac backfill Core reinstateCoring truck or equipment sets up and cores a 12”, 18”, or 24” diameter hole, up to 22” depth, through the sideway or roadway in just minutes.The core is extracted from the sideway or roadway using a core puller or crane, and safely set aside for future reinstatement.Non-destructive hydro vac excavation is used to expose the infrastructure to allow repair or inspection work from the surface.Concrete, ufill, aggregate, sand padding, as required.A bonding compound is inserted into the hole and the core is lowered into place. Careful manipulation ensures a flush and level fit.

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Standard.MYTH:“Hydro vacs don’t require locates.”FACT:Even though hydro vac excavation is anindustry acknowledged and preferrednon-destructive method, we are stillrequired to dig with locates.Our staff can process, print, and supplythe required documentation to ouroperator(s), otherwise valid paper copiesof all locates need to be provided to ouroperators prior to starting excavation.In addition to standard traditional fieldlocates, we have another option…locatesOptions.Alternate locatesWe can often start working earlier andquicker by using our extensive list ofAlternate Locate Agreements (ALA).An ALA is a legal agreement, betweenplant/facility owners and Super Sucker,outlining the conditions and terms,agreed to by both parties, whereby wecan safely proceed to excavate via hydrovac without a traditional field locate, aka“paint on the ground”, for low risk work.The documentation contains informationregarding excavation methods andprocedures that must be followed, as wellas details surrounding “allowable work”.While still processed via ON1Call,turnaround time is virtually immediate.

On1call recommended.Alternate locate agreement (ALA)

 Super Sleeve model/size is matched to excavation specifications for accurate fit improved efficiencies via coordinated delivery directly to site prior to hydro vac excavation and sleeve pickup/retrieval upon completion quality assurance system ensures Super Sleeve is in optimal condition convenient weekly billing period - pay for use, not for storage no inventory, no capital investment, no waste due to damaged and/or missing stockA managed approach.Super sleeve excavation security programPHOTO CAPTION

Including: Project coordination Locate management Traffic control Coring / keyhole technology Hydro vac + suction excavation Concrete (mobile mix) Project Support services Site restoration + maintenance Ongoing Site management

Locate Management:Super Sucker utilizes the latest software to request and manage all project locates, including our extensive list of Alternate Locate Agreements (ALAs). We have developed a strong working relationship with ON1Call and participate in a variety of public education initiatives.Planning –Communication – Execution. (Follow up.)Integrated servicesPost Restoration Monitoring:After each site has been restored, ourpolicy is to monitor each location, atregularly scheduled intervals, as partof our Quality Assurance Program.Should issues arise, our Project QAteam is equipped to complete anynecessary repairs.Neighbourhood Notification:

Safety is no accident.

COR™ certifiedEffectiveMarch 2017Achieved on ourfirst attempt (70% of companies fail) with an overall score of 97% (min 80% required)

Tier One:Upon hire, mandatory training includes:▪ Company Orientation▪ Human Resources Orientation▪ Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities (AODA)▪ Health and Safety Handbook▪ Occupational Health & Safety Act▪ WHMIS▪ Workplace Violence and HarassmentComprehensive approachEmployee trainingTier Two:Additional training for all hydro vac operators and drivers includes:▪ Electrical Safety & Awareness Training▪ Emergency First Aid / CPR▪ Ground Disturbance▪ Hydro Vac Operator Competency▪ Traffic Control (Book 7)Tier Three:Additional training components related to various activities, for example:▪ Task Specific Training Confined Space Rescue and/or Awareness Training Fall Protection Driver Awareness▪ Equipment Specific Training Backhoe Loader Skidsteer Loader Fuso / Crane Truck▪ Site Specific Training CN Course (eRailSafe) TTC Training GO Transit Site Training

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• 2017 MTO Legislative changes – dramatic impact • July 2020 MOE Excess Soils Legislation  Dumping – Increased Time & Fees• Slurry Facility Challenges• Decreased Onsite Excavating Time Increased Costs to Utility OwnersRECOGNIZING INDUSTRY TRENDS

Ox Equipment Inc.• North American Distributor for German manufactured MTS Suction Excavation Equipment• Based out of Ontario, Canada• Sales | United States & Canada• Mechanical & Technical support & Training | United States & Canada• Member of CGA, ORCGA, AEM (American Equipment Manufacturing) Vacuum Equipment Standards Working Group, GTI (Gas Technology Institute) Low-Dig Working Group.

Vacuum Excavation Equipment / History & OverviewUtility industry (CGA, CCGA & GTI) / vacuum excavation is recognized as a “best practice”Smaller less proficient dry vacuums brought to market (trailer) Hydrovac (wet) technologies considered more effective than dry Industry embraces hydrovac technology | standards written Late 1800s / Pressurized water used in mining1990s / Badger Daylighting, Western Canada / Oil Field / Hydrovac1990s to present / North American manufacturing / Truck, Trailer, Wet & Dry 2005 PHMSA report / excavation damage leading cause of pipeline accidents190020002020

North American (Dry) Vacuum Systems / Challenges

North American (Dry) Vacuum Systems / Challenges• 4” diameter suction tube / prone to clogging• Low suction / 800 CFM (+/-)• Manually operated vacuum hose / operator strain and potential injury• Low productivity in larger excavations• Filter systems / ineffective• Trailer mounted equipment / smaller equipment / small capacity

North American (Wet) Vacuum Systems / Challenges Overweight when loaded Slurry generated / increasing costs for disposal Potential for soil contamination when water added to excavation process High pressure water can damage buried infrastructure Undermining during hydrovac excavation process  Equipment must leave site for disposal of slurry / water refilling Slurry often considered contaminated / testing required / special dump sitesrequired

Dry Vacuum Systems /Advantages No slurry generated | Reduced costs Dump on site & stay on site | equipment stays on site till job is complete  No spoils contamination as no water is added | Reduced environmental impact No water required | Reduced logistics, reduced costs, environmentally sound Quite | Fan based system compared to a positive displacement blower (Hydro vac) Refuse excavated materials for back-fill | Enviormentally sound and cost effectiveMost importantly: Safer process | No high-pressure water which can damage buried plant

GTI | Best Practices for Vacuum Excavations around Live Gas LinesGuideline written by GTI based on findings by an Enbridge sponsored research project by Waterloo University (Jan 2012) Are straight jet water nozzles safe to operate within the guidelines? Why is the safer spinning water nozzle not allowed to operate closer than a more dangerous straight jet water nozzle? Why are there no specific guidelines for air lances?

Guideline written by GTI based on findings by an Enbridge sponsored research project by Waterloo University (Jan 2012)Based on: Ontario CGA Best Practices (June 2014) IHSA Safe Practice Guide for Excavating with Hydrovacs in the Vicinity of Underground Electrical Plant (Sept 2013) TSSA Guidelines for Excavations in the Vicinity of Gas Lines (Nov 2017)GTI | Best Practices for Vacuum Excavations around Live Gas Lines

Guideline written by GTI based on findings by an Enbridge sponsored research project by Waterloo University (Jan 2012)Based on:Ontario CGA Best Practices (June 2014)4-28: Defines Vacuum Excavation as using water or air jet devices4-30: Vacuum Excavation operators should follow the next two guidelines IHSA Safe Practice Guide for Excavating with Hydrovacs in the Vicinity of Underground Electrical Plant (Sept 2013) TSSA Guidelines for Excavations in the Vicinity of Gas Lines (Nov 2017)GTI | Best Practices for Vacuum Excavations around Live Gas Lines

GTI Testing | Straight Water NozzleNozzle NameVactorReveal Nozzle(Single Straight Jet, 6 GPM)VactorReveal Nozzle(Single Straight Jet, 6 GPM)VactorReveal Nozzle(Single Straight Jet, 6 GPM)VactorReveal Nozzle(Single Straight Jet, 6 GPM)1500psi MDPE1500psi MDPE1500psi MDPE1500psi MDPE8in9in10in11in3 sec4 sec8 sec 12 secHeightAbove SurfacePipeWaterPressureTimeToPuncture

GTI Testing | Spinning Water Nozzle Testing ResultsNo damage to MDPE pipe at 1in above the pipe while staying motionless for 5 minutesValidates results from testing done by Waterloo  Why aren’t there less stringent standards for Spinning Water Nozzles? Would encourage the use of safer nozzles if operators are allowed to use them at distances closer to the live gas line

GTI Testing | Air Lance Testing ParametersWhy are there no specific guidelines for air lances?Adhere to: No Standards set for Maximum Air Pressure or Air Flow Best Practice #6 –Maintain a distance of 8in between the end of the nozzle and the underground facilityBackground Information: Waterloo only tested water nozzles TSSA Standards & IHSA Guidelines only account for “Hydrovac”Goal How safe are air lances while operating around MDPE & Aldyl-A Pipe?

GTI Testing | Air Lance Testing Parameters

GTI Testing | Air Lance Testing Parameters

Air Lance Testing ResultsNo damage to MDPE, Aldyl-A, nor Pressurized MDPE pipe at 1in above the pipe while staying motionless for 5 minutes, even with a large compressor Seems to be as safe as Spinning Water NozzlesWhy aren’t there any different standards for Air Lances? No requirements listed for allowable pressures and flows Would encourage the use of safer tools Large Compressor Air Lances break up the soil as fast as Straight Jet Water Nozzles (OTD Project 5.16.f) and are much saferGTI Testing | Air Lance Testing Parameters

Case Study | Pacific Gas & Electric - California Utilizing 25 hydrovacs under contract on any given day  Generating large amounts of wet slurry spoils / considered contaminated until tested  Slurry is stored / tested / dried / trucked for ultimate disposal 8 hour round-trip Disposal program costs +$30 million per year  Looked to “dry” technologies to mitigate excavation costs BTI (Bradley Tanks Inc.) deployed fleet of MTS manufactured Dino Suction Excavators

PG&E California / Dry Vacuum Challenges Foremen familiar with Hydrovac technology / Old dog new trick New technology takes time to gain acceptance Smaller “typical” dry vacuum systems leave a bad first impression / commonly utilized but only for “potholing” or small excavations Tough (clay) ground conditions difficult / require more “work” when utilizing air to break up ground End users did not “see” the back-end costs / savings did not effect their budgeting process

PG&E California / Summary Eliminated requirements to store, test & truck wet slurry Dry Suction excavation equipment can stay on site all day | increased productivity Reduced travel time | reduce time on congested highways Eliminate overweight loads | fines & liability for overweight transportation Eliminates need for water | scarce resource Utilize excavated materials for back fill | reduce costs Environmentally sound processSavings estimated | Per Year:$500,000 - $750,000 | Per Suction Excavator truck deployed

MTS / Mobile Tiefbau Saugsysteme GmbH• Headquarters in Germersheim, Germany• Pioneered “Suction Excavation” Systems / 1998• Productive “dry” vacuum technologies• World-wide distribution / over 40 countries• Multiple world-wide patents / fan & filtration systems• Primary “safe dig” technology used throughout Europe• Wet “hydrovac” technologies not embraced in Europe

European Suction Excavators

European Suction Excavators / Pier (UK)

MTS Dry Suction Excavation Equipment Built for dry vacuum excavation, from the ground up Debris tanks from 4.5 m3 to 12 m3 (6 yd3 to 15 yd3) | Variety of sizes Fan Based system / 24,000 CFM (Not a positive displacement blower) Self-cleaning filtration system 10” diameter suction hose Onboard compressor system / (320 CFM @ 116 PSI or 360 CFM @ 175 PSI)

Debris Container / Side Tipping

Twin Fan Technology Twin Fans generate 24,000 CFM 98% of material is gravity and impact separated & kept in primary container Sound dampeners keep dB ratings safe for public spaces – 85dB Clean air is released through the top Highest levels of “air conveyance” in the industry

Self-Cleaning Filter Technology

In Summary Vacuum excavation is safest way to expose buried infrastructure Both wet and dry vacuum systems have distinct advantages  European dry suction excavation systems provide a viable alternative to larger wet hydrovac technologies Higher pressure compressors allow for increased excavation production rates when excavating dry  Dry vacuum systems eliminate / mitigate many common issues: hydrovac slurry disposal, overweight equipment, stay on site, increase productivity, reduced environmental impact Dry systems throughput often compares favorability to that of a hydrovac, while providing a safer, cost effective and environmentally sustainable solution to a utility's excavation needs

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•Historical dry vac experience• Historical success of hydro vacs (still relatively new)• Seasonality of Ontario market• Varying ground conditions in Ontario• First wave of trucks had limited success• Lack of awareness• Misunderstanding of ROICHALLENGES

•Onsite production rates•Onsite disposal• Contaminated disposal•Winter operations•Tree root protection•Non-traditional applications•Water Preservation•Excavated Material Is Not Deemed WasteSUCCESSES

Location: Toronto, ON Customer: Downtown Condo DevelopmentApplication: 4-5 days of work completed in 1 day

Location: Palgrave, ON Customer: Esso Gas StationApplication: Excavating trench for new conduit in contaminated soil

Location: Milton, ON Customer: Halton Hills HydroApplication: Halton Hills Generating Station

Location: Surrey, BC Customer: Natural Gas Line InstallationApplication: Excavate exit pit / receiving pit for HDD gas line installation

 Demonstrated cost savings available A viable vacuum excavation solution in many applications Happier technicians working in dry excavations Increased ROI as disposal constraints increase Continuing improvements in suction excavation technology Beneficial reuse of excavated materialSUMMARY

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