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EXHIBIT 99.1

 

UNIROYAL GLOBAL ENGINEERED PRODUCTS, INC.

Press Release

 

 

 

 

Uniroyal Global Engineered Products, Inc. Reports Net Income of

$1,181,726, or $0.06 per Diluted Share for the Quarter Ended July 3, 2016 vs

$958,940, or $0.05 per Diluted Share for the Quarter Ended July 5, 2015

 

 

Financial Highlights Second Quarter Ended July 3, 2016:

 

*Net Sales increase 6.2%

*Gross Margin increases 13.7% to a record 24.4%

*Operating Income increases 15.4%

 

Sarasota, Florida, August 4, 2016, Uniroyal Global Engineered Products, Inc. (OTCQB:UNIR or the “Company”) today reported its financial results for the quarter ended July 3, 2016 compared to the quarter ended July 5, 2015.

 

Net Sales

 

Net Sales reached $27,333,869 for the current quarterly period, an increase of 6.2% versus the $25,746,054 recorded in the comparable period of last year. Excluding a negative currency impact of $317,000, Net Sales increased 7.4% for the current quarterly period.

 

Global automotive sales were especially strong with significant gains being recorded from both the U.S. and European operations. “We are obviously pleased with the gains in overall sales this quarter, as anticipated previously rewarded platforms from major U.S. and European OEM’s have moved into production. Further, we improved in Gross Profit Margins and Operating Income Margins, which is strong evidence that our continuous improvement, cost containment and productivity investment programs are producing favorable results,” said Howard Curd, Chairman.

 

The Company’s automotive sales increased $2,283,247, or 13.7% as recently awarded platforms have moved to production while the industrial and consumer products declined approximately $695,432, or 7.7%, as seating applications for major industrial OEM’s were impacted by a slow global economic recovery.

 

Net sales for the six months ended July 3, 2016 were $52,301,464 compared to $53,260,989 for the prior year period, a decline of 1.8%. Excluding a negative currency impact of $792,000, Net Sales would have been $53,093,464, a decline of 0.3%. The fact that the prior year was a 27-week period compared to 26 weeks for the current period contributed approximately $500,000 to the difference. Growth in second quarter sales all but eliminated the negative sales comparison reported in the first quarter results.

 

Net Income Available to Common Shareholders

 

Net Income Available to Common Shareholders improved sharply in the current quarterly period to $1,181,726, an increase of 23.2% versus the $958,940 recorded in the comparable period of last year. The increase in Net Income Available to Common Shareholders was primarily due to increased revenue and the significant improvement in Gross Profit Margins.

 

Gross Profit Margins for the three months ended July 3, 2016 reached 24.4%, which represents the highest margins recorded by the Company in recent history. Global integration, cost containment and continuous improvement programs, along with favorable raw material prices added to the margin improvements.

 

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Operating Income for the three months ended July 3, 2016 increased to $2,614,414 versus the $2,265,077, or 15.4%, in the prior year’s quarter. Operating Income was bolstered by the improvements in Gross Margin. This improvement offsets increases in Operating Expenses for the period which were up $453,862 versus the comparable period in the prior year, due to an increase in professional services, increased Research and Development costs related to new automotive platforms and the costs associated with the implementation of a stock-based compensation plan.

 

Net Income Available to Common Shareholders for the six months ended July 3, 2016 was $1,615,829 compared to $1,676,492 for the prior year period. The improved Gross Profit Margins eliminated the negative impact of the reduction in Net Sales.

 

Gross Profit for the six months ended July 3, 2016 was $12,385,614, or 23.7% of Net Sales, compared to $11,211,018 or 21.0% of Net Sales for the prior year period. The increase of $1,174,596 was a 10.5% increase over the prior year. The global integration programs and favorable raw material prices in addition to product rationalization strategies also contributed to the improvements for the six-month period.

 

Operating Income for the six months ended July 3, 2016 was $4,487,868, an increase of $477,260, or 11.9%, over the prior period amount of $4,010,608, principally from the improved Gross Profit Margins.

 

For further details, see the Consolidated Statements of Operations in the Company’s Form-10Q filed on August 4, 2016. The Company will have comments on the quarter in an earning conference call on August 5, 2016 at 9:00 am (EDT). Persons wishing to access the conference call may do so by dialing 888-554-1417 (U.S.) and 719-325-2291 (International), and using the ID #8061443. Howard F. Curd, President, will discuss our earnings on the call and will be available for questions. The call will also be available by logging on to www.uniroyalglobal.com and accessing the webcast link (http://public.viavid.com/index.php?id=120679) in the investor relations section. A replay of the conference call will be available beginning Friday, August 5, 2016 through November 5, 2016 by calling 877-870-5176 (US) or 858-384-5517 (International) and Pin #8061443.

 

About Uniroyal Global Engineered Products, Inc.:

 

Uniroyal Global Engineered Products, Inc. (UNIR) is a leading manufacturer of vinyl coated fabrics that are durable, stain resistant, cost-effective alternatives to leather, cloth and other synthetic fabric coverings. Uniroyal Global Engineered Products, Inc.’s revenue in 2015 was derived 65% from the automotive industry and approximately 35% from the recreational, industrial, indoor and outdoor furnishings, hospitality and health care markets. Our primary brand names include Naugahyde®, BeautyGard®, Flameblocker™, Spirit Millennium®, Ambla®, Amblon®, Velbex®, Cirroflex®, Plastolene® and Vynide®.

 

Forward-Looking Statements:

 

Except for statements of historical fact, certain information contained in this press release constitutes forward-looking statements, including, without limitation, statements containing the words “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “intend, “should,” “planned,” “estimated” and “potential” and words of similar import, as well as all references to the future. These forward-looking statements are based on Uniroyal Global Engineered Products, Inc.’s current expectations. The Company cautions investors that any forward-looking statements made by the Company are not guarantees of future performance and that a variety of factors could cause the Company´s actual results and experience to differ materially from the anticipated results or other expectations expressed in the Company´s forward-looking statements. The risks and uncertainties which may affect the operations, performance, development and results of the Company´s business include, but are not limited to, the following: uncertainties relating to economic conditions, uncertainties relating to customer plans and commitments, the pricing and availability of equipment, materials and inventories, technological developments, performance issues with suppliers, economic growth, delays in testing of new products, the Company’s ability to successfully integrate acquired operations, the Company’s dependence on key personnel, the Company’s ability to protect its intellectual property rights, the effectiveness of cost-reduction plans, rapid technology changes and the highly competitive environment in which the Company operates. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date the statement was made.

 

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UNIROYAL GLOBAL ENGINEERED PRODUCTS, INC.

 

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

 

   July 3, 2016   January 3, 2016 
    (Unaudited)      
ASSETS          
CURRENT ASSETS          
Cash and cash equivalents  $1,469,603   $1,910,112 
Accounts receivable, net   15,960,507    14,209,056 
Inventories, net   18,184,287    17,527,728 
Other current assets   2,239,099    2,891,007 
Related party receivable   72,220    23,298 
Total Current Assets   37,925,716    36,561,201 
           
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, NET   13,673,470    14,003,276 
           
OTHER ASSETS          
Intangible assets   3,290,435    3,534,936 
Goodwill   1,079,175    1,079,175 
Other long-term assets   3,352,230    3,095,414 
Total Other Assets   7,721,840    7,709,525 
           
TOTAL ASSETS  $59,321,026   $58,274,002 
           
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY          
           
CURRENT LIABILITIES          
Checks issued in excess of bank balance  $659,422   $322,307 
Line of credit   17,051,351    16,577,279 
Current maturities of long-term debt   739,479    639,018 
Current maturities of capital lease obligations   413,433    489,978 
Accounts payable   8,583,822    7,592,510 
Accrued expenses   4,255,277    3,941,296 
Related party obligation   369,311    276,880 
Current portion of postretirement benefit liability - health and life   136,725    136,725 
Total Current Liabilities   32,208,820    29,975,993 
           
LONG-TERM LIABILITIES          
Long-term debt, less current portion   2,107,035    2,134,243 
Capital lease obligations, less current portion   1,109,857    1,469,317 
Related party lease financing obligations   2,164,345    2,164,682 
Long-term debt to related parties   3,010,664    4,449,243 
Postretirement benefit liability - health and life, less current portion   2,839,102    2,836,638 
Other long-term liabilities   928,903    975,781 
Total Long-Term Liabilities   12,159,906    14,029,904 
Total Liabilities   44,368,726    44,005,897 

 

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STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY          
Preferred units, Series A UEP Holdings, LLC, 200,000 units issued and outstanding ($100 issue price)   617,571    617,571 
Preferred units, Series B UEP Holdings, LLC, 150,000 units issued and outstanding ($100 issue price)   463,179    463,179 
Preferred stock, Engineered Products Acquisition Limited, 50 shares issued and outstanding ($1.51 stated value)   75    75 
Common stock, 95,000,000 shares authorized ($.001 par value) 18,837,916 and 18,890,909 shares issued and outstanding as of July 3, 2016 and January 3, 2016, respectively   18,839    18,892 
Additional paid-in capital   34,813,855    34,823,886 
Accumulated deficit   (20,058,649)   (21,674,478)
Accumulated other comprehensive income   (902,570)   18,980 
Total Stockholders’  Equity   14,952,300    14,268,105 
           
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS’ EQUITY  $59,321,026   $58,274,002 

 

 

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UNIROYAL GLOBAL ENGINEERED PRODUCTS, INC.

 

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS

(Unaudited)

 

   Three months Ended   Six Months Ended 
   July 3, 2016   July 5, 2015   July 3, 2016   July 5, 2015 
                 
NET SALES  $27,333,869   $25,746,054   $52,301,464   $53,260,989 
                     
COST OF GOODS SOLD   20,674,715    19,890,099    39,915,850    42,049,971 
                     
Gross Profit   6,659,154    5,855,955    12,385,614    11,211,018 
                     
OPERATING EXPENSES:                    
Selling   1,390,339    1,469,369    2,772,982    2,797,295 
General and administrative   2,179,088    1,702,545    4,220,922    3,658,321 
Research and development   475,313    418,964    903,842    744,794 
OPERATING EXPENSES   4,044,740    3,590,878    7,897,746    7,200,410 
                     
Operating Income   2,614,414    2,265,077    4,487,868    4,010,608 
                     
OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE):                    
Interest and other debt related expense   (421,225)   (405,349)   (838,413)   (792,766)
Other income (expense)   (88,564)   5,343    (262,060)   172,704 
Net Other Expense   (509,789)   (400,006)   (1,100,473)   (620,062)
                     
INCOME BEFORE TAX PROVISION   2,104,625    1,865,071    3,387,395    3,390,546 
                     
TAX PROVISION   198,134    209,362    327,900    324,180 
                     
NET INCOME   1,906,491    1,655,709    3,059,495    3,066,366 
                     
Preferred stock dividend   (724,765)   (696,769)   (1,443,666)   (1,389,874)
                     
NET INCOME AVAILABLE TO                    
  COMMON SHAREHOLDERS  $1,181,726   $958,940   $1,615,829   $1,676,492 
                     
EARNINGS PER COMMON SHARE:                    
Basic  $0.06   $0.07   $0.09   $0.12 
Diluted  $0.06   $0.05   $0.09   $0.09 
                     
WEIGHTED AVERAGE SHARES OUTSTANDING:                    
Basic   18,838,608    14,351,797    18,851,014    14,351,684 
Diluted   18,893,949    19,108,630    18,906,355    19,108,517 

 

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Uniroyal Global Engineered Products, Inc. Corporate Contact:

Elizabeth Henson, 941-870-3950

LHenson@UniroyalGlobal.com

or

 

Uniroyal Global Engineered Products, Inc. Public Relations:

TTC Group, Inc.

Vic Allgeier, 646-290-6400

vic@ttcominc.com

 

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