UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
FORM 10-Q
| þ | QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the quarterly period ended April 2, 2005
OR
| o | TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 |
For the Transition period from to
Commission file number 0-20328
AMTROL Inc.
| Rhode Island | 05-0246955 | |
| (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation or Organization) |
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) |
1400 Division Road, West Warwick, RI 02893-1008
Registrants telephone number, including area code: (401) 884-6300
Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant: (1) has filed all reports required to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the Registrant was required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing requirements for the past 90 days. Yes þ No o
Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant is an accelerated filer (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes o No þ
Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuers classes of common stock, as of the latest practicable date: $.01 Par Value: 100 shares of Common stock as of May 10, 2005.
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FORM 10-Q FOR THE QUARTER ENDED APRIL 2, 2005
INDEX
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AMTROL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
| April 2, | December 31, | |||||||
| 2005 | 2004 | |||||||
Assets |
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Current assets: |
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Cash and cash equivalents |
$ | 6,159 | $ | 12,378 | ||||
Accounts receivable, less allowance for doubtful
accounts |
33,895 | 29,946 | ||||||
Inventories |
33,584 | 30,637 | ||||||
Tax refund receivable |
1,689 | 2,010 | ||||||
Prepaid expenses and other |
1,632 | 1,030 | ||||||
Total current assets |
76,959 | 76,001 | ||||||
Property, plant and
equipment, net |
30,100 | 30,800 | ||||||
Other assets: |
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Goodwill |
119,205 | 119,205 | ||||||
Deferred financing costs |
1,670 | 1,920 | ||||||
Other |
329 | 314 | ||||||
Total other assets |
121,204 | 121,439 | ||||||
| $ | 228,263 | $ | 228,240 | |||||
Liabilities
and Shareholders Deficit |
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Current liabilities: |
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Current maturities of long-term debt |
$ | 2,957 | $ | 2,957 | ||||
Notes payable to banks |
8,686 | 10,774 | ||||||
Accounts payable |
24,306 | 23,006 | ||||||
Accrued volume rebates |
1,430 | 4,615 | ||||||
Accrued expenses |
10,400 | 10,158 | ||||||
Accrued interest |
2,675 | 256 | ||||||
Accrued income taxes |
1,340 | 1,415 | ||||||
Total current liabilities |
51,794 | 53,181 | ||||||
Other noncurrent liabilities |
4,148 | 3,979 | ||||||
Long-term debt, less current maturities |
175,038 | 171,300 | ||||||
Shareholders Deficit: |
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Capital stock $.01 par value authorized 1,000 shares,
100 shares issued |
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Additional paid-in capital |
99,273 | 99,273 | ||||||
Accumulated deficit |
(106,866 | ) | (105,339 | ) | ||||
Accumulated other comprehensive income |
4,876 | 5,846 | ||||||
Total shareholders deficit |
(2,717 | ) | (220 | ) | ||||
| $ | 228,263 | $ | 228,240 | |||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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AMTROL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations
| Quarter Ended | ||||||||
| April 2, | April 3, | |||||||
| 2005 | 2004 | |||||||
Net sales |
$ | 54,990 | $ | 52,655 | ||||
Cost of goods sold |
43,699 | 41,139 | ||||||
Gross profit |
11,291 | 11,516 | ||||||
Operating expenses: |
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Selling, general and administrative |
7,137 | 7,266 | ||||||
Income from operations |
4,154 | 4,250 | ||||||
Other income (expense): |
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Interest expense |
(5,536 | ) | (5,478 | ) | ||||
Interest income |
43 | 41 | ||||||
Other, net |
70 | 66 | ||||||
Loss from continuing operations before
provision for income taxes |
(1,269 | ) | (1,121 | ) | ||||
Provision for income taxes |
258 | 145 | ||||||
Loss from continuing operations |
(1,527 | ) | (1,266 | ) | ||||
Discontinued operations: |
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Loss from sale of subsidiary, net |
| (8,331 | ) | |||||
Loss from discontinued operations, net |
| (389 | ) | |||||
Net loss |
$ | (1,527 | ) | $ | (9,986 | ) | ||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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AMTROL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Shareholders Deficit
Quarter Ended April 2, 2005
| Accumulated Other | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Additional Paid-in | Accumulated | Comprehensive | Comprehensive | |||||||||||||||||
| Common Stock | Capital | Deficit | Income/(Loss) | Loss | ||||||||||||||||
Balance, December 31, 2004 |
$ | | $ | 99,273 | $ | (105,339 | ) | $ | 5,846 | $ | | |||||||||
Net loss |
| | (1,527 | ) | | (1,527 | ) | |||||||||||||
Currency translation adjustment |
| | | (970 | ) | (970 | ) | |||||||||||||
Balance, April 2, 2005 |
$ | | $ | 99,273 | $ | (106,866 | ) | $ | 4,876 | $ | (2,497 | ) | ||||||||
Quarter Ended April 3, 2004
| Accumulated Other | ||||||||||||||||||||
| Additional Paid-in | Accumulated | Comprehensive | Comprehensive | |||||||||||||||||
| Common Stock | Capital | Deficit | Income | Loss | ||||||||||||||||
Balance, December 31, 2003 |
$ | | $ | 99,273 | $ | (83,125 | ) | $ | 1,063 | $ | | |||||||||
Net loss |
| | (9,986 | ) | | (9,986 | ) | |||||||||||||
Derivative instrument valuation adjustment |
| | | 37 | 37 | |||||||||||||||
Currency translation adjustment |
| | | 2,405 | 2,405 | |||||||||||||||
Balance, April 3, 2004 |
$ | | $ | 99,273 | $ | (93,111 | ) | $ | 3,505 | $ | (7,544 | ) | ||||||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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AMTROL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
| Quarter Ended | ||||||||
| April 2, | April 3, | |||||||
| 2005 | 2004 | |||||||
Cash Flows Provided by (Used in) Operating Activities: |
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Loss from continuing operations |
$ | (1,527 | ) | $ | (1,266 | ) | ||
Loss from discontinued operations |
| (8,720 | ) | |||||
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash
provided by (used in) operating activities - |
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Depreciation and amortization |
1,953 | 2,122 | ||||||
Provision for losses on accounts receivable |
17 | 18 | ||||||
Deferred interest |
1,594 | 1,442 | ||||||
Net assets of discontinued operations |
| 5,011 | ||||||
Changes in operating assets and liabilities |
(6,834 | ) | (1,005 | ) | ||||
Net cash used in operating activities |
(4,797 | ) | (2,398 | ) | ||||
Cash Flows Provided by (Used in) Investing Activities: |
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Capital expenditures |
(1,629 | ) | (1,768 | ) | ||||
Proceeds from sale of discontinued business |
| 125 | ||||||
Net cash used in investing activities |
(1,629 | ) | (1,643 | ) | ||||
Cash Flows Provided by (Used in) Financing Activities: |
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Repayment of debt |
(37,702 | ) | (35,512 | ) | ||||
Issuance of debt |
38,084 | 41,306 | ||||||
Net cash provided by financing activities |
382 | 5,794 | ||||||
Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents |
(6,044 | ) | 1,753 | |||||
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash
equivalents |
(175 | ) | (32 | ) | ||||
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period |
12,378 | 13,289 | ||||||
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period |
$ | 6,159 | $ | 15,010 | ||||
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these condensed consolidated financial statements.
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AMTROL INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES |
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NOTES TO CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
1. Basis of Presentation
In the opinion of management, the accompanying unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements contain all adjustments necessary to present fairly, in accordance with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles, the financial position, results of operations and cash flows of AMTROL Inc. and its subsidiaries (the Company) for the interim periods presented. Such adjustments consisted of only normal recurring items. The results of operations for the interim periods shown in this report are not necessarily indicative of results for any future interim period or for the entire year. These condensed consolidated financial statements do not include all disclosures associated with annual consolidated financial statements and accordingly should be read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and notes thereto included in the Companys Annual Report on Form 10-K.
2. Use of Estimates
The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
3. Significant Accounting Policies
Revenue Recognition and Related Costs
In accordance with Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB) No. 104, the Company recognizes revenue only when there is a valid contract or purchase order, which includes a fixed price; the goods have been delivered in accordance with the shipping terms; and there is an expectation that the collection of the revenue is reasonably assured. Shipping/handling fees and costs are included in net sales and cost of goods sold, respectively, consistent with the presentation required by Emerging Issues Task Force (EITF) 00-10.
The Company generally recognizes revenue upon shipment of its products to customers net of applicable provisions for discounts and allowances. Allowances for cash discounts and volume rebates, among others, are recorded as a reduction to revenue at the time of sale based upon the estimated future outcome. Cash discounts and volume rebates are based upon certain percentages and sales targets agreed to with the Companys customers, which are typically earned by the customers over an annual period. The allowance for volume rebates is consistent with the provisions of EITF 00-22, Accounting for Points and Certain Other Time-Based or Volume-Based Sales Incentive Offers, and Offers for Free Products or Services to Be Delivered in the Future.
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Cash and Cash Equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents include cash on hand and short-term investments that are readily convertible into cash with an original maturity to the Company of three months or less.
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts
In circumstances where the Company is aware of a specific customers inability to meet its financial obligations, an allowance is established. The majority of accounts are individually evaluated on a regular basis and appropriate allowances are established as deemed appropriate. The remainder of the allowance is based upon historical trends and current market assessments.
Reclassifications
Certain prior year balances have been reclassified to conform to the current year presentation.
Concentration of Credit Risk
The Company extends credit to almost all its customers on an uncollateralized basis. Concentration of credit and geographic risk with respect to accounts receivable is limited due to the large number of and general dispersion of accounts, which constitute the Companys customer base. The Company periodically performs credit evaluations of its customers. At April 2, 2005 and April 3, 2004, there were no customers accounting for greater than ten percent of the Companys accounts receivable. The Company has not experienced significant credit losses on customers accounts.
The Company invests its excess cash in highly liquid short-term investments. The Company has established guidelines that maintain safety and liquidity and reviews these guidelines as economic conditions change. The Company has not experienced any losses on its cash equivalents or short-term investments.
Depreciable Property and Equipment
Property, plant, and equipment are stated on the basis of cost. The Company provides for depreciation by charges to income (computed on the straight-line method) in amounts estimated to depreciate the cost of properties over their estimated useful lives that generally fall within the following ranges:
| Building and improvements | 10 - 40 years | |
| Machinery and equipment | 3 - 12 years | |
| Furniture and fixtures | 5 - 20 years | |
| Other | 3 - 10 years |
Inventories
The Companys inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market including material, labor and manufacturing overhead (see Note 6). The Company records provisions, as appropriate, to write-down obsolete and excess inventory to estimated net realizable value. The process for evaluating obsolete and excess inventory often requires the Company to make subjective judgments and estimates concerning future sales levels, quantities and prices at which such inventory will be able to be sold in the normal course of business. Accelerating the disposal process or incorrect estimates of future sales potential may cause the actual results to differ from the estimates at the time such inventory is disposed or sold. The Company believes that its procedures for estimating such amounts are reasonable and historically have not resulted in material adjustments in subsequent periods when the estimates are adjusted to the actual amounts.
Warranty
The Company extends various warranties covering most of its products ranging from a limited one-year warranty to a limited lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship. The specific terms and conditions of the warranties depend on the type of product that is sold. The Companys warranties are generally limited to the replacement of the defective parts or products at the Companys option. The Company estimates the costs that may be incurred under its warranty program and records a liability at the time of sale. Factors that influence the Companys warranty liability include the amount of production, manufactured cost of the product, historical warranty returns and anticipated returns based upon engineering and material
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improvements. The Company periodically assesses the adequacy of its warranty reserve through a detailed analysis and adjusts the reserve accordingly.
The following chart illustrates the changes in the Companys warranty reserve for the periods presented:
| Three Months Ended | Year Ended | |||||||
| April 2, | December 31, | |||||||
| (in thousands) | 2005 | 2004 | ||||||
Balance, beginning of period |
$ | 3,662 | $ | 3,065 | ||||
Warranties issued during the period |
589 | 1,924 | ||||||
Claims during the period |
(651 | ) | (1,987 | ) | ||||
Change in estimate |
| 660 | ||||||
Balance, end of period |
$ | 3,600 | $ | 3,662 | ||||
Goodwill and Long - Lived Assets
Goodwill represents the excess of acquisition costs over the estimated fair value of the net assets acquired. The Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) issued Statement of Financial Accounting Standards (SFAS) No. 142, Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets, which requires that amortization of goodwill cease and that the Company evaluate the recoverability of goodwill and other intangible assets annually, or more frequently if events or changes in circumstances, such as a decline in sales, earnings or cash flows, or material adverse changes in the business climate, indicate that the carrying value of an asset might be impaired. Goodwill is considered to be impaired when the net book value of a reporting unit exceeds its estimated fair value.
Fair values are established using a discounted cash flow methodology (specifically, the income approach). The determination of discounted cash flows is based on the Companys strategic plans and long-range forecasts. The revenue growth rates included in the forecasts are the Companys best estimates based on current and anticipated market conditions, and the profit margin assumptions are projected based on the current and anticipated costs structures.
In accordance with SFAS No. 144, Accounting for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets (SFAS No. 144, the Company has evaluated the realizability of non-goodwill long-lived assets, which primarily consist of property, plant and equipment and intangible assets, based on expectations of the non-discounted future cash flows for each subsidiary having a material amount of these assets. If the sum of the expected non-discounted future cash flows is less than the carrying amount of all assets, the Company would recognize an impairment loss. The Companys cash flow estimates are based upon historical cash flows, as well as future projected cash flows received from subsidiary management in connection with the annual Company wide planning process, and include a terminal valuation for the applicable subsidiary based upon a multiple of earnings before interest expense, taxes and depreciation and amortization expense (EBITDA). The Company estimates the EBITDA multiple by reviewing comparable company information and other industry data. The Company believes that its procedure for estimating gross future cash flows, including the terminal valuation, are reasonable and consistent with current market conditions. Based on its most recent analysis, the Company believes that no material impairment exists at April 2, 2005.
Deferred Financing Costs
Deferred financing costs are stated at cost and amortized over the life of the related debt using the effective interest method. Amortization of deferred financing costs is included in interest expense.
Foreign Currency Translation
Assets and liabilities of non-U.S. operations have been translated into United States dollars using the quarter-end rate of exchange. Shareholders equity has been converted using historical rates, and revenues and expenses at the average exchange rates prevailing during the quarter. The cumulative effect of the resulting translation was reflected as a separate component of shareholders equity.
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During the current quarter, the Company used forward contracts, generally three months in duration, to hedge its foreign currency exposures. The foreign currency exposures relate primarily to its operations in Portugal. A portion of revenues from the Companys Portuguese operations were denominated in U.S. dollars and British Pounds so as the Euro changed, the corresponding value of these receivables also changed. At April 2, 2005, the Companys Portuguese operations had forward contracts totalling $1.0 million with maturity dates through June 2005. The value of these forward contracts was immaterial to the balance sheet of the Company.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In December 2004, the FASB issued SFAS No. 123(R) (revised 2004), Share-Based Payment, which is a revision of SFAS No. 123. SFAS No. 123(R) supersedes APB Opinion No. 25 and amends SFAS No. 95, Statement of Cash Flows. SFAS No. 123(R) requires all share-based payments to employees, including grants of employee stock options, to be recognized in the statement of operations based on their fair values. The new standard will be effective for the Company in the quarter beginning January 1, 2006. The adoption of this standard is not expected to have a material impact on the Companys overall financial position or results of operations.
In November 2004, the FASB issued SFAS No. 151, Inventory Costs an amendment of ARB No. 43. SFAS No. 151 is effective for inventory costs incurred during fiscal years beginning after June 15, 2005. This Statement amends the guidance in ARB No. 43, Chapter 4, Inventory Pricing, to clarify the accounting for abnormal amounts of idle facility expense, freight, handling costs, and wasted material (spoilage). This Statement requires that those items be recognized as current-period charges regardless of whether they meet the criterion of so abnormal. In addition, this Statement requires that allocation of fixed production overheads to the costs of conversion be based on the normal capacity of the production facilities. The adoption of this standard is not expected to have a material impact on the Companys overall financial position or results of operations.
In January 2003, the FASB issued FASB Interpretation 46, Consolidation of Variable Interest Entities, an Interpretation of ARB No. 51 (Interpretation 46). In December 2003, the FASB issued a revision to Interpretation 46 to make certain technical corrections and address certain implementation issues that had arisen. Interpretation 46, as revised, provides a new framework for identifying variable interest entities (VIEs) and determining when a company should include the assets, liabilities, noncontrolling interests and results of activities of a VIE in its consolidated financial statements. Interpretation 46 was effective immediately for VIEs created after January 31, 2003. The provisions of Interpretation 46, as revised, were adopted by the Company during the latest quarter. The adoption of this Interpretation had no impact on the Companys overall financial position and results of operations.
4. Long-Term Debt
Revolving Credit and Term Loans
The Company is a party to two credit facilities: a $52.5 million ($42.5 million prior to the November 18, 2003 amendments discussed below) senior first-priority secured credit facility arranged by Foothill Capital Corporation (as amended, the Foothill Facility) and a $35.0
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million ($25.0 million prior to the November 18, 2003 amendments discussed below) senior second-priority secured credit facility with affiliates of Cypress (as amended, the Cypress Facility).
The Foothill Facility provides the Company (i) a term loan facility consisting of a five-year Term A Loan maturing December 2006, with an outstanding principal amount of $4.7 million at April 2, 2005, bearing cash interest at Wells Fargo Reference Rate (approximating the prime rate) plus 0.75% (6.50% at April 2, 2005), and a four-year Term B Loan maturing December 2006, with an outstanding principal amount of $19.4 million as of April 2, 2005, bearing cash interest at the Wells Fargo Reference Rate plus 3.5%, and Paid-In-Kind (PIK) interest at 3.5% (12.75% at April 2, 2005) (collectively the Term Loans) and (ii) a five-year Revolving Credit Facility maturing December 2006, bearing interest at Wells Fargo Reference Rate plus 0.5% (6.25% at April 2, 2005), providing the lesser of (a) $30.0 million less the aggregate outstanding principal amount of the Term A Loan less letter of credit usage and (b) borrowing base less letter of credit usage. At April 2, 2005, total availability and aggregate borrowings under the Revolving Credit Facility were $15.9 million and $8.6 million, respectively.
On November 18, 2003, the Company amended its Foothill Facility by entering into the First Amendment and Waiver to Loan and Security Agreement (the First Amendment) and also amended its Cypress Facility by entering into the Second Amendment to Loan and Security Agreement (the Second Amendment), collectively the Amendments. The First Amendment increased the Term B Loan by $15.0 million to $20.3 million and extended the maturity date of the Term B Loan to December 26, 2005. Commitments under the Revolving Credit Facility and Term A Loan were reduced in the aggregate from $35.0 million to $30.0 million. The First Amendment also revised certain covenants to be more consistent with the Companys business plans. The Amendments did not affect the maturity date (December 26, 2006) of the Revolving Credit Facility, Term A Loan or the Cypress Facility.
On December 22, 2004, the Company further amended its Foothill Facility by entering into the Second Amendment to Loan and Security Agreement (the Foothill Second Amendment). This Foothill Second Amendment extended the maturity date of the Term B Loan to December 21, 2006. The Foothill Second Amendment did not affect the maturity dates of the Revolving Credit Facility, Term A Loan or the Cypress Facility and did not revise any covenants.
The Cypress Facility consists of term loans totaling $35.0 million (the Term C Loan). The Term C Loan, $47.5 million (includes PIK interest of $12.5 million) as of April 2, 2005, has a maturity date of December 26, 2006, and bears Pay-In-Kind (PIK) interest fixed at 12% per annum paid quarterly, which at the lenders option can be paid in common stock of the Company. In connection with the Cypress Facility, Holdings has issued the lenders under the Cypress Facility 60,000 warrants to purchase approximately 5.2% of its common stock on a fully diluted basis. The 60,000 warrants, which have an exercise price of $.01 and are exercisable immediately, were valued at $3.4 million using the Black-Scholes model. This amount was recorded as a discount to the Term C Loan debt and included as a component of shareholders equity. The Company expects that the effective interest rate associated with the Term C Loan will be greater than 12% given the additional interest expense associated with the warrants.
The Foothill Facility and Cypress Facility contain certain affirmative and negative covenants and restrictions, such as EBITDA and Fixed Charges Ratio on a North America and Worldwide basis. As of April 2, 2005, the Company was in compliance with the various covenants of the Foothill Facility and Cypress Facility.
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Senior Subordinated Notes
The Company has $97.8 million of Senior Subordinated Notes due 2006 (the Notes), which are unsecured obligations of the Company and bear interest at a rate of 10.625% per annum payable semi-annually on June 30 and December 31.
The Notes are redeemable at the option of the Company on or after December 31, 2003, in whole or in part, at par. Upon a Change of Control (as defined in the Indenture), each Note holder has the right to require the Company to repurchase such holders Notes at a purchase price of 101% of the principal amount plus accrued interest. The Indenture contains certain affirmative and negative covenants and restrictions. As of April 2, 2005, the Company was in compliance with the various covenants of the Notes.
5. Discontinued Operations
The Company on February 27, 2004, completed the sale of the stock of AMTROL Holdings GmbH (Holdings) to DTT NOVA Beteiligungen GmbH & Co. KG (DTT) for approximately 300,000 Euros or $363,000 of which $238,000 was received during the second quarter of 2004 satisfying the full obligation. Holdings principal subsidiary is AMTROL Nova GmbH & Co. KG, a German-based manufacturer of indirect fired water heaters. DTT is a German-based company that operates as a manufacturer of water heaters.
Holdings results of operations were included within the Companys Europe segment. The Company has treated the sale of Holdings as a discontinued operation in this quarterly report on Form 10-Q for the period ended April 3, 2004 and accordingly the results of operations of Holdings is excluded from continuing operations. Net sales and Pre-tax loss excluded from continuing operations for the period ended April 3, 2004 was $1.9 million and $0.4 million, respectively. There was no interest expense allocated to this discontinued operation.
6. Inventories
Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market and were as follows (in thousands):
| April 2, | December 31, | |||||||
| 2005 | 2004 | |||||||
Raw materials and work in process |
$ | 21,213 | $ | 18,935 | ||||
Finished goods |
12,371 | 11,702 | ||||||
| $ | 33,584 | $ | 30,637 | |||||
7. Accounting for Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities
The Company had an interest rate swap contract and an interest rate cap (the Contract) that matured on June 30, 2004. The Company received the 90-day LIBOR rate and paid a fixed rate
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of 4.60% unless LIBOR increased to 7.1%. The Contract was designated as a cash flow hedge of variable future cash flows associated with the Foothill Agreement Term Loan A and B Debt.
8. Provision for Income Taxes
The effective income tax rates used in the interim consolidated financial statements are estimates of the full years rates. The Company increased the valuation allowance for certain deferred tax assets related to net operating loss carryforwards during 2004. The increase resulted from a reassessment by management of the timing and likelihood of certain prospective events central to managements tax planning strategies, consistent with the requirements of SFAS No. 109. The net operating loss carryforwards are long-term in nature and management may reduce the valuation allowance if its assessment of the timing and likelihood of these prospective events changes.
9. Business Segment Information
The Companys reportable segments are delineated geographically. In addition to the geographic delineation, the segments are managed separately because of their different product offerings, markets served and cost structures.
The Companys North American segment operates manufacturing facilities in Rhode Island, Kentucky, Maryland and Ohio, and operates a distribution facility in Ontario, Canada. This segment manufactures and markets products used principally in flow control, storage, heating, and other treatment of fluids in the water system, HVAC and refrigerant cylinder markets. These products are marketed throughout the world but primarily in North America, Western Europe and Asia.
The Companys Europe segment includes its facilities in Guimaraes, Portugal and Swarzedz, Poland. The Guimaraes facility manufactures returnable and non-returnable steel gas cylinders for storing and dispensing of cooking, heating and refrigerant gases that are marketed worldwide. The Swarzedz facility refurbishes gas cylinders.
The primary criteria by which financial performance is evaluated and resources are allocated include revenues and EBITDA. EBITDA is earnings (net income/loss) before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization. The method of calculating EBITDA is consistent with the definition contained in the Foothill Agreement, the Cypress Agreement and the Indenture. Readers of financial statements frequently consider EBITDA a useful tool in evaluating a companys performance. Therefore, the Company believes that inclusion of EBITDA is useful supplemental information. However, EBITDA is not a measure of true cash flow since it does not incorporate changes of other assets or liabilities that may generate or require cash. EBITDA is not a generally accepted accounting measure. Long-lived assets are comprised of goodwill and property, plant and equipment, net. The following is a summary of key financial data by segment:
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| April 2, | April 3, | |||||||
| 2005 | 2004 | |||||||
Net Sales to external customers |
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North America |
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US |
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Water technologies |
$ | 23,997 | $ | 24,976 | ||||
Cylinders |
7,134 | 6,054 | ||||||
Other |
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Water technologies |
2,042 | 1,808 | ||||||
Europe |
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Portugal |
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Cylinders |
21,476 | 19,525 | ||||||
Other |
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