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1 Robust wireless solutions for industrial environments Customer name/event 2005-09-01

2 Our Business Concept Åkerströms develops and markets robust wireless products for demanding industrial environments Together with our partners we create solutions that increases our customers efficiency and profitability

3 Åkerströms at a glance Our focus is wireless solutions for industrial environments Complete portfolio of RF-products and solutions More than 200 000 installations of wireless industrial products Headquarters in Björbo, Sweden Own subsidiaries in Denmark and USA About 65 employees Strong Nordic presence and a global reach through a network of partners in Europe and in the US

4 1918 - Company was founded by Anders Åkerström 1958 - First radio remote control for cranes 1969 - First radio remote control for industrial doors 1979 - First system for wireless data transmission 1994 - Developed the first wireless rugged computer with IEEE 802.11 1995 - The first installation of radio remote control of locomotives Long experience in industrial environments

5 Four product areas Forklift truck computers Radio remote controls for locomotives Radio remote controls for cranes/overhead cranes Door opening systems

6 Åkerströms business highlights 2005 Add highlights applicable to your customer… Launch of the 6th generation of Trux, our robust series of forklift truck computers. Launch of the new Radio Remote Control series Jupiter and Mercury.

7 Åkerströms product core values Quality –Rigid design verification, solid and fulfillment of specifications Reliability –Optimized performance in relation to targeted functionality and careful component selection Design –Ergonomics, slimness based on process knowledge Service –Full technical support and additional service offers

8 Quality and reliability Products designed out of the demands from the heavy industry ISO 9001:2000 certified since 1993 Externally approved products

9 External testing and certifications Certifications/approvals –FCC, UL & CE in cooperation with external institutes –Even small alterations at least passing self certified tests Control of complete design –Material choice –Fastenings –Absorbers –Radiation

10 Four product areas Forklift truck computers Radio remote controls for locomotives Radio remote controls for industrial applications Door opening systems

11 Remotus – Increases precision and safety Radio remote controls for construction cranes, overhead cranes, hoists and professional vehicles Optimizes the work force involved in the task at hand Improves precision, e.g. in construction and material handling Increases safety when lifting heavy equipment

12 Locomote – Efficiency at the shunting yard Start, run, and stop locomotives using radio remote control The shunting is safer and more efficient compared to manual shunting that demands at least two persons. Minimizes risk for musculoskeletal injuries, risk for accidents, and risk for slipping. Gives you full access to all locomotives from the control tower

13 Sesam – Simplifies operations Slim Radio remote controls Eliminates the need of getting out of vehicles when opening doors Remote controls virtually anything that changes in state or moves, eg lights and levers in loading docks and warehouses Automates simple to complex operations

14 Trux – Streamlines warehouse logistics Increases throughput in order picking. Reduces picking errors Enables optimized use of warehouse space Increases productivity without extra personnel or forklift trucks Reduces the mileage on forklift trucks in the warehouse

15 Trux – Increases productivity in production Enables optimized supply chain management Increases traceability on parts in production Reduces errors due to human factors Reduces the mileage on forklift trucks in production

16 Service, Support & Training Service, support and training is offered either by Åkerstroms or by one of our business partners. The services are: Site survey Installation Configuration Extended warranty Preventive Maintenance Extended telephone support Express service Replacement service Rental Leasing Product education Technical training

17 Åkerströms organization CEO Sales Trux Inc Sales Denmark Sales RRCSales Trux Product Management R&DService & After sales Administration, Supply Management, IT Quality Market Communication

18 Sales channels A clear partner strategy 80% of Swedish sales through partners 100% of international sales through partners Close co-operation with OEM-manufacturers

19 Åkerströms Holding AB Åkerströms Björbo AB Åkerströms Denmark Åkerströms Trux AB Åkerströms Trux Inc Åkerströms legal organization

20 Largest fund in Europe focused on wireless technology Swedish and international investors, both financial and industrial 13 Portfolio companies Owned by BrainHeart Capital Afocused industrialapproach BrainHeart Capital E-commerce Wireless Internet Telecom Seed Spin-out Buy-out GrowthStart-upFirst/Second Typical European VC

21 Pulp & paper Heavy Manufacturing

22 Transportation and 3pl Logistics Gävle Stuveri AB Automotive

23 Food & beverages

24 Pharmaceutical & Retail Construction / Home Improvement


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