WEST CALDWELL, N.J., Nov. 16 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Merrimac
Industries, Inc. (Amex: MRM), a leader in the design and manufacture of RF
Microwave components, assemblies and micro-multifunction modules (MMFM(R)),
today announced results for the third quarter and first nine months of 2004.
Sales for the third quarter of 2004 were $7,620,000, an increase of 19.9
percent compared to third quarter of 2003 sales of $6,357,000. Operating
income in the third quarter of 2004 was $384,000 compared to an operating loss
of $(431,000) in the third quarter of 2003. Net income for the third quarter
of 2004 was $315,000 or $.10 per diluted share compared to a net loss of
$(484,000) or $(.16) per share for the third quarter of 2003.
For the first nine months of 2004 sales of $23,164,000 increased 18.9
percent compared to sales of $19,481,000 for the first nine months of 2003.
Operating income for the first nine months of 2004 was $1,165,000 compared to
an operating loss for the first nine months of 2003 of $(1,437,000). Net
income for the first nine months of 2004 was $990,000 or $.31 per diluted
share compared to a net loss for the first nine months of 2003 of $(1,415,000)
or $(.45) per share.
Sales for the third quarter and first nine months of 2004 increased due to
an improvement in orders received during the first quarter and a higher
beginning backlog going into fiscal year 2004. Nine month operating results of
2003 were impacted by expenses associated with bank modification agreements
entered into during the second quarter and additional professional fee
expenses incurred totaling approximately $300,000.
Orders of $7,768,000 were received during the third quarter of 2004, an
increase of $1,378,000 or 21.6 percent compared to $6,390,000 in orders
received during the third quarter of 2003. Orders of $23,290,000 were
received for the first nine months of 2004, an increase of $1,671,000 or 7.7
percent compared to $21,619,000 in orders received for the first nine months
of 2003. Backlog increased by $126,000 to $12,521,000 at the end of third
quarter 2004 compared to $12,395,000 at year-end 2003.
Chairman and CEO Mason N. Carter commented, "Achieving the record nine
months sales of $23.2 million and consecutive quarterly profits is a
significant accomplishment, particularly when combined with the following
financial results reflecting consistent performance:
* Quarterly gross profit over 40 percent for the fourth consecutive
quarter.
* Cash exceeds the total of current and long-term debt.
* Record trailing 12 months sales of $31 million.
* Trailing 12 months earnings of $1,490,000.
Mr. Carter added, "In October, we received an important patent for Multi-
Mix(R) PICO technology. This revolutionary breakthrough in microwave solutions
provides huge reductions in size, weight and cost. Multi-Mix(R) PICO products
provide many types of microwave solutions including a substantial value
contribution for WiMAX applications where higher frequency, size, weight and
cost are important requirements. This patent further supports our Multi-Mix(R)
strategy and intellectual property ranging from single function components
through highly integrated Micro-Multifunction (MMFM(R)) Modules."
Investors are invited to participate in the financial results conference
call on Tuesday November 16, 2004 at 4:15 p.m. (Eastern) by dialing
1-800-319-9003 (for International callers: 1-719-457-2619) ten minutes prior
to the scheduled start time, and reference the Merrimac Industries third
quarter 2004 conference call. For those unable to participate, a replay will
be available for seven days by dialing 1-888-203-1112, or 1-719-457-0820 for
international callers, passcode number 756500.
This conference call will also be broadcast live over the Internet by
logging on to the web at this address:
http://phx.corporate-ir.net/playerlink.zhtml?c=73209&s=wm&e=968228
If you are unable to participate during the live webcast, a link to the
archived webcast will be listed on the Merrimac Industries, Inc. website
http://www.merrimacind.com .
About Merrimac
Celebrating its 50th anniversary, Merrimac Industries, Inc. is a leader in
the design and manufacture of Multi-Mix PICO(TM) RF Microwave components,
assemblies and micro-multifunction modules (MMFM), serving the wireless
telecommunications industry worldwide with enabling technologies for space,
defense and commercial applications. Merrimac is focused on providing Total
Integrated Packaging Solutions(R) with Multi-Mix(R) Microtechnology, a leading
edge competency providing value to our customers through miniaturization and
integration. The Multi-Mix(R) process for microwave, multilayer integrated
MMFM circuitry is a patented method developed by Merrimac Industries based on
fluoropolymer composite substrates. The fusion bonding of multilayer
structures provides a homogeneous dielectric medium for superior electrical
performance at microwave frequencies. The bonded layers may incorporate
embedded semiconductor devices, MMICs, etched resistors, passive circuit
elements and plated-through via holes to form a three-dimensional subsystem
enclosure that requires no further packaging. Merrimac Industries facilities
are registered under ISO 9000, an internationally developed set of quality
criteria for manufacturing operations.
Merrimac Industries, Inc. and its subsidiary Filtran Microcircuits Inc.,
are located in West Caldwell, NJ, San Jose, Costa Rica, and Ottawa, Ontario,
Canada, and have approximately 240 co-workers dedicated to the design and
manufacture of signal processing components, gold plating of high-frequency
microstrip, bonded stripline and thick metal-backed Teflon (PTFE) micro-
circuitry and subsystems providing Total Integrated Packaging Solutions(R) for
wireless applications. Merrimac (MRM) is listed on the American Stock
Exchange. Multi-Mix(R), Multi-Mix PICO(TM), MMFM(R) and Total Integrated
Packaging Solutions(R) are trademarks of Merrimac Industries, Inc. For more
information about Merrimac Industries, Inc. and Filtran Microcircuits Inc.,
please visit http://www.merrimacind.com and http://www.filtranmicro.com .
This press release contains statements relating to future results of the
Company (including certain projections and business trends) that are "forward-
looking statements" as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act
of 1995. Actual results may differ materially from those projected as a result
of certain risks and uncertainties. These risks and uncertainties include,
but are not limited to: risks associated with demand for and market acceptance
of existing and newly developed products as to which the Company has made
significant investments, particularly its Multi-Mix(R) products; general
economic and industry conditions; slower than anticipated penetration into the
satellite communications, defense and wireless markets; the risk that the
benefits expected from the acquisition of Filtran Microcircuits Inc. are not
realized; the ability to protect proprietary information and technology;
competitive products and pricing pressures; risks relating to governmental
regulatory actions in communications and defense programs; and inventory
risks due to technological innovation and product obsolescence, as well as
other risks and uncertainties, including but not limited to those detailed
from time to time in the Company's Securities and Exchange Commission filings.
These forward-looking statements are made only as of the date hereof, and the
Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise the forward-looking
statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or
otherwise.
Merrimac Industries, Inc.
Summary of Consolidated Statements of Operations
(Unaudited)
Quarter Ended
October 2, September 27,
2004 2003
Net sales $7,620,000 $6,357,000
Gross profit 3,162,000 2,201,000
Selling, general and administrative expenses 2,419,000 2,262,000
Research and development 359,000 316,000
Restructuring charge -- 54,000
Operating income (loss) 384,000 (431,000)
Interest and other expense, net 54,000 52,000
Gain on disposition of assets -- (33,000)
Income (loss) before income taxes 330,000 (450,000)
Provision (benefit) for income taxes 15,000 34,000
Net income (loss) 315,000 (484,000)
Basic and diluted net income (loss)
per common share $.10 $(.16)
Weighted average number
of shares outstanding - basic 3,131,000 3,121,000
Weighted average number
of shares outstanding - diluted 3,155,000 3,121,000
Nine Months Ended
October 2, September 27,
2004 2003
Net sales $23,164,000 $19,481,000
Gross profit 9,818,000 7,207,000
Selling, general and administrative expenses 7,327,000 7,176,000
Research and development 1,326,000 1,340,000
Restructuring charges -- 128,000
Operating income (loss) 1,165,000 (1,437,000)
Interest and other expense, net 205,000 165,000
Gain on disposition of assets -- (104,000)
Income (loss) before income taxes 960,000 (1,498,000)
Benefit for income taxes (30,000) (83,000)
Net income (loss) 990,000 (1,415,000)
Basic net income (loss) per common share $.32 $(.45)
Diluted net income (loss) per share $.31 $.(45)
Weighted average number
of shares outstanding - basic 3,125,000 3,120,000
Weighted average number
of shares outstanding - diluted 3,151,000 3,120,000
Merrimac Industries, Inc.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
October 2, January 3,
2004 2004
(Unaudited)
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents $2,899,000 $453,000
Income tax refunds receivable 93,000 136,000
Accounts receivable, net 5,616,000 6,299,000
Inventories 2,871,000 3,188,000
Other current assets 816,000 482,000
Deferred tax assets 936,000 611,000
Total current assets 13,231,000 11,169,000
Property, plant and equipment, net 15,663,000 17,222,000
Restricted cash 1,500,000 1,500,000
Other assets 788,000 854,000
Deferred tax assets -- 221,000
Goodwill, net 3,199,000 3,123,000
Total Assets $ 34,381,000 $ 34,089,000
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Liabilities:
Current portion of long-term debt $869,000 $954,000
Other current liabilities 3,671,000 3,341,000
Total current liabilities 4,540,000 4,295,000
Long-term debt, net of current portion 3,021,000 4,208,000
Deferred compensation 63,000 89,000
Deferred liabilities 37,000 48,000
Deferred tax liabilities 630,000 611,000
Total liabilities 8,291,000 9,251,000
Stockholders' equity 26,090,000 24,838,000
Total Liabilities and
Stockholders' Equity $34,381,000 $34,089,000
Contact: Mason N. Carter, Chairman & CEO
973-575-1300, ext. 1202
mnc@merrimacind.com
SOURCE Merrimac Industries, Inc.
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CONTACT:
Mason N. Carter, Chairman & CEO of Merrimac
Industries, Inc., +1-973-575-1300, ext. 1202, or
mnc@merrimacind.com
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