SKOPE PEGASUS

PG Vertical Series
Chillers and Freezers

PG600VC PG1300VC
User Manual
MAN2787 Rev. 4.0 Nov. 2013
SKOPE Warranty Protection
To activate your Warranty Protection, you must
register your product with SKOPE within 4 weeks
from date of invoice.

To register online:
Visit our website at www.skope.com/warrantyprotection
then complete and submit the online registration form.

Or alternatively contact our Customer Services team to register:

1800 121 535 (Australia)
0800 947 5673 (New Zealand)

SKOPE 1-year Extended Warranty

Extend your Warranty Protection by 1 year during registration. Please
check you have not already organised an extended warranty through
your dealer at time of purchase. For pricing information on an extended
warranty visit www.skope.com/warrantyprotection

Service & Support

We know you will get years of satisfaction from your new SKOPE
product when you follow a few simple preventative maintenance
guidelines.

Helpful information is available on our website

www.skope.com/serviceandsupport

Thank you for purchasing a SKOPE refrigeration product.

 CONTENTS

1 Models
Chillers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Freezers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

2 Installation
Safety First . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Locating the Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Installation Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Power Supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Ventilation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Positioning the Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Castors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Plinth Mounting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Legs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Shelving. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Loading Product . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Door Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Remote Cabinet Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Electronic Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Installation Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

3 Operation
Automatic Start-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Refrigeration Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Electronic Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Cabinet Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
HACCP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Electronic Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Controller Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Temperature Setpoint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Controller Alarms

4 Servicing
Lighting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cabinet Interior Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Cabinet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Condenser Coil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Troubleshooting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

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1 Models

Chillers
Refrigeration Operating temperature
Model Part No. Doors unit range
PG600VC H11PV 1 Integral
PG1300VC H12PV 2 Integral +1°C to +4°C up to 43°C
PG600VCr RH11PV 1 Remote ambient
PG1300VCr RH12PV 2 Remote

Freezers
Refrigeration Operating temperature
Model Part No. Doors
unit range
PG600VF H21PV 1 Integral
PG1300VF H22PV 2 Integral -18°C to -21°C up to 40°C
PG600VFr RH21PV 1 Remote ambient
PG1300VFr RH22PV 2 Remote

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2 Installation

Safety First Always observe safety precautions when using any electrical appliance.
Read these instructions carefully and retain them for future reference.
 When the appliance is used by or near young children or infirm persons,
close supervision is necessary, especially to ensure children do not play
with it.
 Do not use this appliance for other than its intended use.
 Do not cover the grilles or block the entry or exhaust of airflow by
placing objects up against the refrigeration unit.
 Do not probe any opening.
 Only use this appliance with the voltage specified on the rating label.
 Ensure the appliance has adequate ventilation as this is essential to
economical, high performance.
 Be careful not to touch moving parts and hot surfaces.
 For your own safety and that of others, ensure that all electrical work is
done by authorised personnel.
 If the power supply flexible cord becomes damaged, it must be replaced
by an authorised service agent or similarly qualified person in order to
avoid a hazard.
 Ensure all necessary safety precautions are observed during installation
or removal of the refrigeration unit.
 The appliance is not designed to be stable while in motion. Use extreme
caution when moving or transporting it.
 Do not store explosive substances such as aerosol cans with a
flammable propellant in this appliance.
 Please contact SKOPE Customer Services for advice regarding
disposal of this appliance.

CAUTION
Overloading the power supply could damage the appliance and
product. Check the rating label inside the cabinet for the safe
power supply and current draw.

WARNING
Always disconnect the cabinet from the mains power supply
before cleaning or maintenance.

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Locating the Cabinet

Location When positioning the cabinet, avoid direct sunlight and warm draughts etc.
The cabinet must NOT be situated where it is affected by warm or hot air
from adjacent equipment, as this will compromise the airflow and
performance of the chiller.
The cabinet must be positioned on a level surface for the doors to shut and
seal correctly, and to prevent the condensate tray from overflowing.
Adequate allowance should be made for door opening.

Installation The maximum recommended ambient temperature (at place of installation)

Guidelines is 43°C for chillers and 40°C for freezers. This appliance will generally use
less power when installed in a cooler location.
When installing the cabinet:
 Avoid direct sunlight and warm draughts etc.
 Allow adequate space for the door/s to open fully.
 Ensure the cabinet is positioned on a level surface so the door/s shut
and seal correctly and to prevent the condensate tray from overflowing.
 The self-closing door/s have internal torsion bars, pretensioned at the
factory, and should not require any further adjustment.
 Do not overload the power supply. See the rating label inside the
cabinet for power supply and current draw.
 If a remote refrigeration system is being installed, installation must be
done by a qualified refrigeration tradesperson. Refer to page 10 for
information.

Power Supply The cabinet is supplied with a 1.8m flexible power cord fitted with a 3-pin
plug, which exits out the rear of the refrigeration unit. The power cord should
be retrieved before the cabinet is positioned, as wall and partitions may
make access difficult.

CAUTION
Do NOT overload the power supply. See the rating label inside
the cabinet for power supply and current draw.

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Ventilation For efficient operation of the chiller, it is essential that adequate ventilation
be provided above the refrigeration unit. Never store cardboard cartons or
other items on top of the refrigeration unit.
When positioning the cabinet, a gap of at least 200mm must be left above
the refrigeration unit. The back of the cabinet can be positioned hard against
a wall, however a gap of 50mm is recommended to prevent moisture build-
up.

IMPORTANT
To ensure efficient and reliable operation, a minimum of 200mm
clear ventilation space is required above the refrigeration unit.

Ceiling

Min. 200 mm

Airflow
Wall

50mm
Front of cabinet

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Positioning the Cabinet

The cabinet is supplied fitted with castors as standard and includes a set of
adjustable height legs packed inside the cabinet. Alternatively the cabinet
may be supplied ready for plinth mounting.

Castors The adjustable castors can be used to adjust the cabinet height up or down
through a 15mm range. Refer to the procedure below to adjust the castors.
When adjusting the castors, ensure the lock nut is re-tightened after the final
adjustment has been made.

CAUTION
Ensure the castor lock-nut is re-tightened after castor
adjustment.

To adjust castor height

1. Loosen the lock nut.

Lock nut
2. Turn the castor counter-
clockwise to raise the
height or clockwise to
lower. Re-tighten each
lock nut after final
adjustment has been
made.
Castor lock

Once the cabinet height and position has been set, lock the cabinet in place
with the two front castor locks (one on each castor).

Plinth Plinth mount cabinets have a flat base and are fitted with a plinth surround,
Mounting ready for positioning in place.

Legs The adjustable legs can adjust the cabinet height up to 30mm. They screw
into the castor mounting plates attached to the bottom of the cabinet. The
legs should be fitted to the base of the cabinet before final positioning of the
chiller.
To adjust leg height

Castor
1. Turn the black plastic foot mounting plate
at the bottom of the leg
counter-clockwise to raise Adjustable leg
the height or clockwise to
lower.
Plastic foot

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Shelving

The cabinet is supplied with two sets of shelves and shelf support brackets
per door. The shelves can be positioned at different heights to suit various
products.
To fit the shelves
2. Unpack the shelving items from inside the cabinet.

3. Establish the desired position for each of the shelves, based on the height of
the product intended to go on each shelf.

4. Fit the stainless steel tray

slides into the
corresponding slots in
both the front and back
support rails. Each shelf
requires two tray slides.

5. Slide each wire shelf into

the corresponding pair of
tray slides.

Loading The cabinet should be left running for 30 minutes before loading with
Product product. When loading the cabinet shelves with product:
 Ensure all shelves are securely fitted (see above).
 Allow air space around all the product, to ensure even cooling and
efficient operation of the chiller.
 Do not allow products to overhang the front of the shelf as this could
prevent the doors from shutting. Leave an airspace of at least 50mm
above product loaded on the top shelf.
 Products must NOT be stored on the floor of the cabinet.
 Do not exceed a maximum loading of 20kg per shelf.
 Remove some product if the shelves are flexing or bending.
 Do not move the cabinet when loaded with product.

Door Lock Each door has a key lock, located at the top of the door, on the same side
as the handle.

Door Lock

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Remote Cabinet Installation

The specifications below are specific to standard Pegasus Vertical Remote

chillers and freezers. Exceptions are possible due to model type, installation
type, specification and/or customised product.
SKOPE remote cabinets are also supplied with a seperate instruction sheet:
Guidelines for SKOPE remote Refrigeration (PRN2362). Refer to this for
generic SKOPE remote refrigeration installation guidelines.

Specifications Remote cabinets

Type Chiller Freezer
Model PG600VCr PG1300VCr PG600VFr PG1300VFr
Refrig. duty 600 Watts 1000 Watts 695 Watts 1070 Watts
Max. ambient temp.* 43°C 43°C 40°C 40°C
Mean product temp. 3.5°C 3.5°C -18°C -18°C
Condensing temp. 45°C 45°C 45°C 45°C
Liquid temp. 40°C 40°C 40°C 40°C
Evaporating temp. -5°C -5°C -30°C -30°C
Operation basis 18/24 hours 18/24 hours 18/24 hours 18/24 hours
*Optimised at 32°C / 65% RH

Electronic When the cabinet is connected to the power supply, the electronic controller
Controller will display the current cabinet temperature. On the controller display, the
symbol will indicate the compressor output signal has been initiated and the
symbol will indicate the evaporator fan is on.

Installation Refer to the diagram below (remote chiller unit pictured) for component
Diagrams locations and unit access points.
Pegasus Vertical Remote installation diagram

Optional Solenoid Valve Optional Solenoid Valve

Drain Hose Drain Hose

Suction/Liquid Line Outlets Suction/Liquid Line Outlets

PG600 remote PG1300 remote

(viewed from the side) (viewed from the front)

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3 Operation

Automatic Start-Up
Connect the cabinet to the mains power supply and check operation of the
refrigeration unit, electronic controller and cabinet lighting.

Refrigeration Integral
Unit The compressor and the condenser and evaporator fans should all operate
within two minutes from the time the cabinet is plugged in. This may be
verified by listening for compressor switch-on and checking for air
movement inside the cabinet. The compressor and condenser fan will
switch off when the cabinet internal temperature reaches 2°C.
Remote
The evaporator fan should operate within five minutes from the time the
cabinet is plugged in.
Note: Freezers may take longer depending on evaporator temperature.

Electronic The electronic controller is located behind the unit front panel. When the
Controller cabinet is connected to the power supply, the electronic controller will
display the current cabinet temperature.
The compressor LED will indicate the compressor is operating. The
evaporator fan LED will normally come on within 2 minutes (see page 11
for controller display).
To ensure efficient operation, the electronic controller forces six hourly
defrosts. During the defrost cycle, the compressor and condenser fan
switches off and the evaporator fan stays on.

Cabinet The interior lighting will go on when a cabinet door is opened. The only time
Lighting that a light should not turn on is either if an LED tube is faulty or the ‘CHt’
high temperature shutdown alarm has been activated (see page 14 for
controller alarms). To replace an LED tube see service instructions on
page 15.

HACCP If Hazard Analysis Critical Control (HACCP) functions are required, to

monitor food storage temperature, please contact SKOPE to arrange for an
authorised SKOPE service technician to setup the electronic controller.

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Electronic Controller

11
9 10 1 2

5
6
7
8

12 13 14 3 4
15

Item Icon Function

Mute / program: Mutes the audible alarm (buzzer) and

1 deactivates the alarm relay. To initiate program sets, press for 5
seconds.

2 Up: To scroll settings up (in program mode).

Set point: If pressed for more than 2 seconds displays and / or

3
enables changing the temperature setpoint.

Manual defrost / down: Press for more than 5 seconds to initiate

4
manual defrost. To scroll settings down (in program mode).

Compressor: ON when the compressor and condenser fan

5 starts. Flashes when activation of the compressor is temporarily
delayed.

6 Fan: Shows when the fan is operational.

Defrost: ON when the defrost is activated. Flashes when the

7 activation of the defrost is temporarily delayed due to procedures
in progress.

8 Aux: n.a.

9 Alarm: Flashes in the event of alarms.

10 Clock: n.a.

11 Light: n.a.

12 Service: Flashes in the event of malfunctions.

13 DISPLAY: Shows the cabinet temperature. Flashes when the

door is open.

14 HACCP: n.a.

CONTINUOUS CYCLE: On when freezer is running in continuous

15
run mode.

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Controller The CAREL ir33 electronic controller controls and displays the internal
Overview cabinet temperature. The electronic controller also signals temperature
alarms (see page 14).
For general operation, the electronic controller requires no initial setup or
additional programming. When the cabinet is connected to the power
supply, the electronic controller will display the current cabinet temperature.
The compressor LED will indicate the compressor is operating (integral
cabinets only) and the evaporator fan LED will normally come on within
2 minutes.

Temperature SKOPE do not recommend that the setpoint be changed unless it is

Setpoint absolutely necessary, and then only by small increments at a time.
Chillers
The chiller temperature setpoint is factory set at 2.0°C. If necessary the
standard setting can be adjusted between 1.5°C and 3.5°C.
Freezers
The freezer temperature setpoint is factory set at -18°C. If necessary the
standard setting can be adjusted between -18°C and -21°C.
To view and adjust the temperature setpoint

1. To view the setpoint:

Press and hold the key for 2 seconds, until the
setpoint value flashes.

2. To adjust the setpoint:

Press either the or keys to display the required
setpoint value.

3. Press the key again to memorise the new setpoint

value. If this is not done within 60 seconds changes will
be lost and you will need to repeat the above
procedure.

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Controller Alarms

Code Display Buzzer Alarm Action

Product HIGH 1. Check the cabinet product loading to ensure ventilation
on temperature alarm slots are not blocked, and that product does not overhang
(auto reset) the shelves. Ensure the doors are closed.
Flashing
2. Ensure the cabinet is installed with good refrigeration unit
ventilation.
3. Check and clean the condenser coil (see page 16).
Product LOW 4. If immediate alarm recovery is required - unplug the
on temperature alarm cabinet from the power supply for 1 minute, then
Flashing (auto reset) reconnect to power supply. If alarm persists, contact
SKOPE.
NOTE: The ‘HI’ and ‘LO’ alarms deactivate the cabinet
lighting and trim heaters.
Refrigeration system 1. Clean the condenser coil (see page 16).
off high temperature 2. Check refrigeration ventilation. Ensure clear airpath at the
Flashing pre-warning (auto reset) top and front of the cabinet (to extract hot air). A minimum
of 200mm clear space is required above and in front of the
refrigeration unit.
Refrigeration system
and cabinet high 3. Ensure the cabinet is installed in a suitable environment.
on
temperature shutdown 4. To reset the ‘CHt’ alarm - unplug the cabinet from the
Flashing (manual reset) power supply for 1 minute, then reconnect to power
supply. If alarm persists, contact SKOPE.

Ambient probe fault

off
(also flashes ‘rE’)
Flashing

off Evaporator probe fault

Flashing

off Condenser probe fault

Flashing
To reset alarm - unplug the cabinet from the power supply for
None off Defrost over-time limit 1 minute, then reconnect to power supply.
1. If alarm persists, contact SKOPE.

off Real-time clock fault

Flashing

off Controller E prom error

Flashing

off Controller E prom error

Flashing

None - Start defrost request

None
None - End defrost request

Check that a door or drawer has not been left open. Note:
on Door open alarm
The audible alarm buzzer cannot be turned off manually.
Flashing

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4 Servicing

Lighting

Cabinet The cabinet interior is lit by an LED tube fitted behind the diffuser at the top
Interior Lights of the cabinet (PG600), or behind the centre pillar (PG1300). See the table
below for LED tube specifications.
LED tube specifications
Cabinet LED tube description SKOPE part No.
PG600VC Ecopoint 5W 360mm T8 LED tube ELL10435
PG1300VC Ecopoint 20W 1200mm T8 LED tube ELL10436

To replace the interior LED light tube

1. Disconnect the chiller from the mains power supply.

2. Remove the diffuser by

squeezing it until it is
released from the
housing, and then push
the diffuser out of the way
(single door cabinet
pictured for clarity).

3. Rotate the LED tube until

the pins on the ends of the
tube align with the slots,
then slide it out.

4. Fit a new LED tube and

clip the diffuser back into
place. Reconnect to the
power supply.

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Cleaning

Cabinet When necessary, wipe both the interior and exterior of the cabinet with a
damp cloth. Ensure the cabinet is disconnected from the mains power
supply before cleaning the cabinet. Periodic cleaning of the condenser coil
is also required.

WARNING
Disconnect the cabinet from the mains power supply before
cleaning the condenser coil or washing the cabinet.

Condenser Integral cabinets only. The condenser coil is situated behind the unit front
Coil panel. The condenser coil MUST be kept clean for reliable operation and to
minimise power consumption (a blocked condenser can double power
consumption).
To ensure trouble free performance, the condenser coil should be brushed
clean once a month and blown clean by qualified service personnel every
six months.
Over time, dust may accumulate within the condenser that cannot be
removed with a brush. if this occurs, contact SKOPE to arrange for a
SKOPE Authorised Service Agent to clean the condenser with compressed
air.

IMPORTANT
If the electronic controller display flashes ‘cht’ the condenser
coil must be cleaned immediately.

To access the condenser coil

1. Disconnect the chiller from the mains power supply.

2. Remove the refrigeration

unit front panel from the
cabinet by pulling the
bottom of the panel out to
unclip from the side
panels and then lift the
panel up off the cabinet.
Refitting the front panel is
a reversal of this
procedure.

3. The condenser coil is now

accessible for cleaning.

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Troubleshooting

Complaint Possible Cause Repair

1. Cabinet not • Loss of power supply. • Check mains power supply.
operating and
no controller
display:
2. Cabinet lights • Failed LED light tube. • Replace LED light tube (see
not operating: page 15).
• Controller high temperature • Determine cause and
shutdown alarm ‘CHt’. eliminate (see ppage 14).
• Cabinet ENSTO supply plug • Reconnect plug.
not plugged into control box.
3. Power • Unit operating too hot. • Clean condenser (integral
consumption cabinets only).
is higher than • Ensure the chiller is installed
with good ventilation above
expected: the refrigeration unit.
• Cabinet doors are opened • Keep door/s open for
excessively. minimum time.
4. Product is too • Restricted cabinet airflow. • Ensure product is not
warm and blocking airflow slots and the
spoiling: product is no closer than
50mm from the cabinet top.
• Temperature setpoint is too • Adjust setpoint (see
warm. page 13).
5. Warm cabinet • Blocked condenser. • Clean condenser (see
temperatures page 16).
and/or • Poor refrigeration unit • Ensure the cabinet is
compressor ventilation. installed with good
operating for ventilation around the front
long periods and top of the refrigeration
(more than 1 unit (see page 9).
hour):

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SKOPE Contacts
NEW ZEALAND CONTACT
Head Office
PO Box 1091, Christchurch
New Zealand
Freephone: 0800 947 5673
Fax: (03) 983 3896
E-mail: enquiry@skope.co.nz
Website: www.skope.co.nz

AUSTRALIAN CONTACT
A.B.N. 73 374 418 306
PO Box 7543, Baulkham Hills B.C.
NSW 2153, Australia
Freephone: 1800 121 535
Fax: 1800 121 533
E-mail: enquiry@skope.com.au
Website: www.skope.com.au

Trademark Infringement
The SKOPE trademark on this product is infringed if the owner, for the time being, does
any of the following:
• Applies the trade mark to the product after their state, condition, get-up or packaging
has been altered in any manner
• Alters, removes (including part removal) or obliterates (including part obliteration) the
trade mark on the product
• Applies any other trade mark to the product
• Adds to the product any written material that is likely to damage the reputation of the
trade mark
Notice of the above contractual obligations passes to:
• Successors or assignees of the buyer
• Future owners of the product

SKOPE Pegasus
PG Vertical Series
Chillers and Freezers
User Manual
MAN2787
Rev. 4.0 Nov. 2013

© 2006 SKOPE Industries Limited. All rights reserved.

SKOPE Industries Limited reserve the right to alter specifications without notice.

is a registered trademark of SKOPE Industries Limited.