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The Vertical Reciprocating Conveyer (VRC) Subcommittee of the Conveyor & Sortation Systems industry group is comprised of the industry’s leading suppliers of material lifts intended to meet the safety requirements of ASME B20.1 – Safety Standard for Conveyors and Related Equipment. These members design, manufacture, and install VRCs worldwide for use in a wide variety of industrial, commercial, and institutional operating environments. A VRC, Vertical Reciprocating Conveyors, also known as a freight lift, offers one of the most efficient ways of moving heavy materials up or down between two or more fixed levels. A VRC is a type of vertical conveyor and sortation system that is actuated by either electro-hydraulic or electro-mechanical means that allows you to move products between multiple levels by using a platform to lift or lower products. A VRC can be custom designed to move product between 2 to 10 levels carrying loads up to 200,000 pounds at varying speeds. A VRC is designed to move materials only and is not designed to carry passengers or an operator. VRCs are used within manufacturing, retail, wholesale, or distribution facilities where one or more overhead storage, floors or mezzanines are utilized. They are highly customizable for any operating environment and footprint size. VRCs can be operated automatically or manually, or a combination of both. There are many types of VRCs, the most popular models use mechanical or hydraulic actuation, using cables, belts, or chains to hoist their platforms. VRC’s fall under ANSI B.20 code. VRC Subcommittee members meet regularly to review, discuss and implement programs which effectively communicate and promote the safe application, design, installation and operation of vertical reciprocating lifts. The VRC Programs Include: The publication and promotion of technical literature on the application, installation, training, inspection, safe use, and maintenance of VRCs. The ongoing review of, and revision to, nationally recognized safety standards which effect vertical reciprocating lifts. The discussion and adoption of industry best practices as it pertains to the application, design, installation, and safe operation of VRC equipment. The preparation and distribution of educational and promotional materials which explain the benefits of VRC equipment solutions. The regular review and discussion of regulatory and legislative activity – at the federal, state, and local levels – which may effect the vertical reciprocating lift industry, and respond to that activity as an industry when deemed necessary. The establishment of liaison relationships with those private and governmental agencies establishing policy which effects the application and use of VRC equipment and technology.

VALUE STATEMENT CSS MISSION & VISION STATEMENT Mission: Vision: To promote the market growth, awareness, and effective use of traditional and emerging conveyor /sortation technologies in manufacturing, warehousing, distribution within the supply chain. To be the trusted independent authority for practitioners and suppliers on market trends, technology developments, and applications through: ▪ Education On key features, advantages, and emerging technologies ▪ Challenges Addressing issues affecting our marketplace through practitioner outreach ▪ Resources Development and distribution of educational materials ▪ Collaboration Of manufacturers & technology providers ▪ Promotion Promotion of career opportunities within the industry VALUE STATEMENT To CSS Customers To CSS Members Trusted since 1971 as Leaders in the design, manufacturing, and supply of Conveyor and Sortation Systems Equipment, Components, and Technology. Unique networking opportunities. Investing in conveyor and sortation solutions in unique ways over time, including giving back through college scholarships, and practitioner and manufacturer education. Can provide practitioners with access to a wide range of perspectives and solutions, and as a collective of manufacturers, are genuinely invested in customer success. LEARN MORE ABOUT CSS MEMBERS >> Provide opportunities for industry education, leadership, and increased market presence. Lend your company the collective credibility of its industry leading members that has been established over its over 50 years as an organization. Provide exposure to practitioners. Access to data on industry trends, emerging technologies, and other market intelligence data. JOIN CSS TODAY >> 1 Market Intelligence 2 Networking & Access to Industry Peers CSS MISSION & VISION STATEMENT - Market forecasts and economic indicator monitoring - Industry commodity forecasts - Leadership development - Networking with other subject matter experts throughout the industry - Trend monitoring - Peer to peer interaction which promotes collaboration and industry betterment 3 3 CSS Members are recognized as Market Leaders - Offer collaborative responses to regulatory changes - Are invested in the promotion, safety, and success of the conveyor and sortation systems industry - Have been recognized as industry leaders since 1971 - Are Subject Matter Experts 4 Increased Exposure to Practitioners & Increased Business Opportunities - Web-based case studies provide potential solutions and increase engagement with practitioners - Blogs for Industry Awareness and Promotion - Practitioner Educational Publications OUR STRUCTURE

SLAM members meet regularly to discuss the industry and promote the best and largest possible market for end-of-line technologies and systems; emphasizing the best interest of the user. SLAM pursues this mission through planned programs and internal committees by: Working closely with user groups to educate and communicate needs, benefits and applications. Acting as a catalyst and liaison between different related product groups or associations. Maintaining a membership representative of the industry. Defining and evaluating best practices for the marketplace. Providing a market driven forum for end-of-line solutions. Collecting, compiling, disseminating and exchanging information which may be helpful to the membership and users. Preparing and distributing educational materials for both academic classroom environments and in continuing education. Mission: To be the authoritative resource for transforming today’s end of line fulfillment operations to address tomorrow’s challenges. Vision: To provide thought leadership for best practices within “the last 100 feet” of evolving warehouse and distribution operations.

Solutions Community members are Industry’s thought leaders on automation, software, hardware, equipment and services that support a fully integrated supply chain. This includes suppliers, integrators, consultants, media, academia and users. They collaborate on solutions worldwide and in virtually every major manufacturing and distribution sector. The philosophy of the Solutions Community is to support MHI’s mission of providing a unique venue where suppliers of material handling equipment and technology can collaboratively work with the user community to improve the marketplace for all. All participants adhere to a safe harbor no-buy, no-sell environment to openly discuss topics of mutual interest, including best practices, lessons learned and other information. Goals of the Solutions Community include: Identifying, developing and disseminating forward-looking value propositions for Material Handling and Supply Chain practitioners; Identifying market trends and challenges in Material Handling and Supply Chain operations in order to develop timely and relevant solutions; Providing a forum for discussion of business and technology trends; and, Establishing strong connections between Members of the Group with the community of Supply Chain and Material Handling product and service providers, as well as organizations and individuals interested in Solutions Community activities; A basic tenet of the Solutions Community is to create a non-commercial environment that fosters networking, relationship building and the open exchange of information. Mission To engage and collaborate with suppliers, practitioners, and stakeholders in timely discussions towards supply chain solutions. Vision Inspiring evolutionary excellence in the supply chain through diverse stakeholder collaboration. Members meet regularly to exchange ideas and develop Information Systems solutions for Supply Chains. Solutions Community Programs include: Engagement on an ongoing basis with: The User community. Adjacent communities such as: Consultants, Market Research Firms, Vertical Market Organizations, supply chain associations, academia, and regulatory agencies. Developing educational and seminar materials for presentation to interested communities. Providing public relations outreach on behalf of MHI relative to solutions. Authoring solutions blueprints and white papers Proactively responding to media to positively share information with the marketplace and position ISSG. Establish thought leadership on how information system solutions support the U.S. Roadmap for Material Handling & Logistics.. Conducting surveys on technology trends and developments To enable organizations to achieve material handling and supply chain excellence by facilitating the delivery of meaningful, innovative and practical information.