INTRODUCTION TO D3O IN FOOTWEAR

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INTRODUCTION TO D3O D3O is a ground-breaking smart materials company. We are the experts in Impact Protection and Shock Absorption. D3O was born out of the 2006 Winter Olympics, where it provided protective-wear solutions to the US and Canadian Ski teams. With no compromise on protection, D3O changed the protection market with a range of lightweight, flexible and breathable protectors. D3O continues to challenge and lead the world of impact protection and shock absorption with innovative, pioneering solutions for customers.

D3O D3O MARKETS D3O technologies protect in some of the toughest testing grounds and arenas around the world: from professional athletes to Moto GP riders, oil rig workers and the US Special Forces. Footwear D3O offers enhanced underfoot cushioning materials as well as top of foot protection, with solutions for athletic, defence and PPE applications. MOTORCYCLE DEFENCE The number one impact protection brand in the motorcycle sector, D3O s products exceed CE performance standards. From helmet liner systems to insoles, D3O technology solutions protect global elite forces from head-to-toe. INDUSTRIAL In a sector governed by health and safety regulations, D3O personal protection equipment is trusted by workwear, oil and gas plus healthcare brands. SPORTS ELECTRONICS From US team sports to snow sports to elite sailing, D3O provides game-changing low profile body and head protection. D3O technology is integrated into phone, laptop and tablet accessories.

D3O TECHNOLOGY D3O uses unique patented and proprietary technologies to make rate-sensitive, soft, flexible materials with high shock absorbing properties. Each material grade has been tuned to deliver specific performance properties. D3O offers an extensive material portfolio compatible with many different production processes. D3O technologies are based on non-newtonian principles; in its raw form, the material s molecules flow freely, allowing it to be soft and flexible, but on impact, lock together to dissipate impact energy and reduce transmitted force.

D3O LAB Material Selection Concept Design D3O s dynamic team of chemists, engineers and product designers ensures a pipeline of innovative, game-changing impact protection solutions that out-perform incumbent offerings. Product Support Solutions Provider CAD D3O s in-house test laboratory replicates the test practices and equipment of internationally recognised test houses. D3O offers: Prototyping facilities Advanced testing capabilities Strategic partnerships with independent testing houses Off the shelf and bespoke technology, materials and design solutions Testing Prototyping

D3O FOOTWEAR SOLUTIONS D3O footwear solutions for athletic, industrial, defence and casual footwear products are ideally suited to any footwear application: from metatarsal guards to midsoles and everything in between. Insole Strobel board Heel insert Midsole Met guard Fitted Ankle guard

D3O FOOTWEAR PRODUCTS D3O Insoles D3O unique patented and proprietary technologies provide both enhanced protection, versatile and flexible materials for a host of shock absorption and impact protection applications. Comfort Heel Cup Comfort ¾ Insole Comfort Insole Support Insole Performance Insole The D3O Comfort Range offers long-term cushioning in the form of a soft foam bed. Added shock absorption beneath the heel means that this insole is ideal for constant use in day-to-day low impact energy activities. Durable, high performing Decell throughout Features D3O patented technology Long-term shock absorption Lightweight The D3O Support Insole offers long-term comfort, cushioning and injury prevention. Designed for athletic and outdoor footwear, and others that the volume will allow, This unique high performance insole offers mid foot support through the reduction of velocity. The properties of D3O make this a unique feature. It will reduce the impact forces created by walking, running and sports. Impact pressure distribution Acceleration control Structured arch support Durable high performing D3O material throughout Long-term shock absorption Lightweight Unique shape and support The D3O Performance Insole offers long term comfort, protection and injury prevention. Designed to be worn in sports/outdoor footwear. This high performance insole is ideal for day to day wear and for high impact sports to reduce the impact forces created by walking, running and high impact sports. (Integrated control chassis to offer rear and mid-foot stability. Velocity control through the geometric design. Low arch support and mid-foot saddle to improve foot function.) Impact pressure distribution Acceleration control Low arch Support Integrated control chassis Rear and mid-foot stability Durable high performance D3O material Long term shock absorption

D3O FOOTWEAR COMPONENTS For top of foot and underfoot protection. D3O Midsole D3O Heel Inserts D3O Fitted Ankle Guard D3O Strobel Board D3O understands that every midsole requirement is different. For any performance properties: from cushioning to energy return, weight reduction to durability. Can be processed with current moulds. Features D3O patented technology Durable Lightweight Energy Return Shock Absorption D3O heel inserts can be made using any of D3O s footwear materials to offer enhanced performance benefits, in a range of thicknesses and sizes. The D3O Heel Inserts featuring D3O Decell material give both long-term cushioning and shock attenuation. The D3O heel inserts offers easy integration of D3O technology into midsoles. Features D3O patented technology Durable, high performing D3O Decell Available in two sizes and three thicknesses to suit all applications Easy to integrate Optimised profile for a range of midsoles Offers increased protection and comfort through a more ergonomic shape and tapered profile. This allows for subtler integration into the boot without compromising on performance. The D3O Fitted Ankle Guard meets CE standard EN13634 under 5kn transmitted force outside of boot. Features D3O patented technology Low profile Tapered Meets CE EN13634 standard Ergonomic curvature Coverage exceeds minimum CE area (Suitable for all boot sizes) Complementing D3O s existing low profile, comfortable shock absorption solutions D3O Strobel Board decreases the profile of other strobel sheets to just under 3mm, whilst maintaining excellent comfort and performance properties. The D3O strobel board is available in D3O orange, making it ideal for value adding integration. Features D3O patented technology Sized to reduce wastage when die cutting Low profile Ideal for any in-shoe application from sports to industrial to military

D3O FOOTWEAR COMPONENTS D3O Met Guards In a market saturated with inflexible, uncomfortable and sub-standard metatarsal protection, D3O Met Guards offer a low profile, soft and flexible solution that can incorporate a tough shell spine for additional protection. PRODUCT FEATURES: Integrated correctly into a boot, both the D3O Hard Shell + Soft Shell Met Guards pass EN and ASTM industry metatarsal protection standards Features D3O patented technology in a lightweight, flexible form The combination of a high performing D3O foam with a premium tough shell ensures both impact protection and comfort Breathable H / S Met Guard Winged H / S Met Guard Winged Met Guard F16 Met Guard Standard Met Guard

PROCESSING CAPABILITIES D3O offers Polyurethane and Polyolefin material blends suitable for a wide range of processing techniques. D3O PUs: Working closely with the worlds leading PU machine company, DESMA, D3O footwear PUs (D3O Decell, D3O Pulse) are compatible with both injection moulding (direct attach) and cementing techniques. D3O POs: D3O s footwear grades of PO (D3O LITE materials) are compatible with traditional methods, from compression moulding to injection moulding.

D3O FOOTWEAR MATERIALS D3O Lite: A grade of LITE developed specifically for use in the footwear market, bringing a lightweight smart material to underfoot applications. D3O Decell: D3O Decell brings strain rate sensitivity to the footwear market. Walk and D3O Decell offers cushioning, remaining soft and flexible, but start running and the D3O reacts to each impact, providing the user with shock absorption that traditional EVAs cannot match. D3O Pulse: A footwear grade with impressive energy return capabilities which gives impact energy back to the user at point of take off. *Material data available on request

D3O LITE PERFORMANCE DATA D3O LITE: The three key performance properties in midsoles are: Energy Return Comfort Shock absorption D3O LITE outperforms competitor foams in all areas. Graph 1 shows rebound properties twice as good as competitor foams, resulting in a more efficient ride. Graph 2 shows enhanced and more consistent cushioning over the life of the shoe (1000km). *Material data available on request

D3O DECELL B Decell is D3O s go to footwear PU. Created to be a multi-purpose Impact absorbing PU that protects the wearer from harmful transmitted forces. It is ideally suited to military, tactical, industrial, outdoor and performance footwear. Features and benefits: Decell B offers maximum impact protection, whilst providing a softer, lighter ride. Applications: Insoles, heel / forefoot inserts, and performance strobel. Processability: Decell B has been developed to be processed through direct attach machines such as DESMA. Significant development time has been spent ensuring simple processing. It is also suitable for open pour processing. Technical support is available from D3O. Insole Performance strobel Supply Chain & licensing: The supply of Decell B is carried out under license, which provides the right to manufacture. Marketing collateral is available in the form of sew in labels and swing tags, details will be supplied on request. Heel / Forefoot inserts D3O Decell B - Product details Code Name Synonym Density Range Hardness Range Tensile Strength Split Tear Strenth Elongation At Break Compressive Strength Flexural Modulus Tensile Modulus Deceleration 4.5J Energy Return 4.5J Compression Set Water Absorbency Impact Protection Accelerated Ageing (Heat) 007 Decell B 280-320 72 1.62 1.07 235 130 10.2 0.62 13 20 4 26 6.2-16 Method Reference ISO 845: 2009 ASTM D2240-05 (2010) ISO 1798:2008 SATRA TM65 ISO 1798:2008 ASTM D3575-14D DTS052 DTS061 DTS002-2 DTS002-2 Units kg/m3 Shore 00 N/mm2 N/mm % kpa N/A N/A g % % % kn % BS EN ISO 1856:2001 ISO 62 : method 1 EN1621 (10J) "ISO 2440: 2000 (ageing) EN1621 1997 (impact)

D3O PULSE Pulse is the highest performing PU on the market. Designed to be a dynamic midsole material that offers significant energy return to the wearer, ideally suited to military, tactical, industrial and outdoor footwear applications. Features and benefits: Pulse offers a more dynamic and elastic ride than standard PU, providing more of an athletic shoe feel than a traditional, heavy PU boot. Applications: Midsoles and Forefoot inserts. Processability: Pulse has been developed to be processed through direct attach machines such as DESMA. Significant development time has been spent ensuring simple processing, and can be used with existing moulds It is also suitable for open pour processing. Technical support is available from D3O. Supply Chain & licensing: The supply of Pulse is carried out under license. This provides the right to manufacture with the D3O technology. Marketing collateral is available in the form of sew in labels and swing tags, details will be supplied on request. D3O Pulse - Product details Code Name Synonym Density Range Hardness Range Tensile Strength Split Tear Strenth Elongation At Break Deceleration 4.5J Energy Return 4.5J Compression Set Accelerated Ageing (Heat) 021 Pulse 310-350 80 2.40 2.90 250 21 50 5-5 Method Reference ISO 845: 2009 ASTM D2240-05 (2010) ISO 1798:2008 SATRA TM65 ISO 1798:2008 DTS002-2 DTS002-2 BS EN ISO 1856:2001 ISO 2440: 2000 (ageing) EN1621 1997 (impact) Units kg/m3 Shore 00 N/mm2 N/mm % g % % %

D3O DECELL MIDSOLE Decell is D3O s go to footwear PU. Created to be a multi-purpose Impact absorbing PU that protects the wearer from harmful transmitted forces. It is ideally suited to military, tactical, industrial, outdoor and performance footwear. Features and benefits: Decell offers maximum impact protection, whilst providing a softer, lighter ride. Applications: Midsoles and midsole inserts. Processability: Decell has been developed to be processed through direct attach machines such as DESMA. Significant development time has been spent ensuring simple processing. It is also suitable for open pore processing. Technical support is available from D3O. Supply Chain & licensing: The supply of Decell is carried out under license, which provides the right to manufacture. Marketing collateral is available in the form of sew in labels and swing tags, details will be supplied on request. D3O Decell Midsole - Product details Midsole Code Name Synonym Density Range Hardness Range Tensile Strength Split Tear Strenth Elongation At Break Compressive Strength Flexural Modulus Tensile Modulus Deceleration 4.5J Energy Return 4.5J Compression Set Water Absorbency Impact Protection Accelerated Ageing (Heat) 016 Decell A 300-330 81 2.84 2.29 300 200 20.2 1.0 15 21 8 8 4.7-12 Method Reference ISO 845: 2009 ASTM D2240-05 (2010) ISO 1798:2008 SATRA TM65 ISO 1798:2008 ASTM D3575-14D DTS052 DTS061 DTS002-2 DTS002-2 BS EN ISO 1856:2001 ISO 62 : method 1 EN1621 (10J) "ISO 2440: 2000 (ageing) EN1621 1997 (impact) Units kg/m3 Shore 00 N/mm2 N/mm % kpa N/A N/A g % % % kn %

D3O IN A NUTSHELL D3O offers a unique proposition: A globally patented and branded technology Proven performance products using enhanced smart materials Full solutions provider Proven rate of sale at retail Recognised brand in the consumer market