OREANDA-NEWS. August 05, 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.

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.

Uniroyal Global Engineered Products, Inc.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
     
     
ASSETS July 3,
2016		 January 3, 2016
CURRENT ASSETS (Unaudited)  
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 
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 
         
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