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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 20549
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FORM 10-K/A
ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (D)
OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
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For the fiscal year ended December 31, 1995 Commission File Number 1-8355
HELIONETICS, INC.
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
California 95-2629097
(State of Incorporation (IRS Employer ID No.)
or organization)
6849 Hayvenhurst Avenue, Van Nuys, California 91406
(Address of principal executive office)
(818)778-0000
(Registrant's telephone number)
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act.
Title of each class Name of each exchange
Common stock no par value on which registered
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OTC Bulletin Board
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act: None
The aggregate market value of the voting stock held by non-affiliates of the
registrant was $17,500,000 as of April 15, 1996.
Shares of common stock outstanding as of April 15, 1996: 4,992,059
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PART 1
Item 1. BUSINESS
INTRODUCTION
Helionetics, Inc. ("Helionetics") is a high technology company engaged
in five distinct business areas, as follows:
A. Health care equipment and system development (Excimer Lasers for
treatment of heart disease) - Acculase, Inc.;
B. Design and manufacture of Lasers for individual, scientific and
educational use - Laser Photonics, Inc.;
C. Power conditioning products group, energy management, and AIM
Filters - DECC Division and AIM Filters;
D. Consumer lighting products - Tri-Lite, Inc.;
E. Fault tolerant computers - Sentinel Systems, Inc.
Financial information about industry segments of the Company's business
is shown in Note 17 of the Consolidated Financial Statements.
Helionetics, DECC, Acculase, Inc., Laser Photonics, Inc., Sentinel
Systems, Inc. are collectively referred to as the Company
A. HEALTH CARE EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS DEVELOPMENT
1. ACCULASE, INC.
In 1995, Helionetics contributed its 76.14% ownership of AccuLase, Inc.
(Acculase) to Laser Photonics, Inc. (LPI) a company that emerged from Chapter 11
reorganization on May 22, 1995 in a transaction resulting in the Company's
ownership of 75% of the outstanding common stock of LPI, which in turn now owns
76.14% of Acculase.
AccuLase, a California corporation since its founding in 1985, has
focused primarily on the development of excimer laser systems for the treatment
of cardiovascular and peripheral vasculature disease. The systems are comprised
of a patented excimer laser, proprietary fiber optics, surgical positioning
devices and other peripheral devices used to complement specific surgical
procedures.
According to the American Heart Association, over six million people in
the United States are afflicted with coronary atherosclerosis, causing
approximately 500,000 deaths per year. Atherosclerosis is a complex, progressive
disease in which plaque is deposited on the wall of arterial blood vessels
throughout the body. These deposits reduce or block the flow of blood leading to
a condition called myocardial ischemia (lack of oxygen to the myocardial
muscle). The endpoints of this heart disease include heart attacks, strokes, and
heart failure.
AccuLase has developed interventional medical systems that address two
different cardiovascular treatment needs. The first is laser angioplasty for the
treatment of atherosclerotic plaque in the coronary vasculature. Acculase has
received an Investigational Device Exemption (IDE) for an intraoperative use of
the laser angioplasty system. The second treatment method is Transmyocardial
Revascularization (TMR) for the treatment of acute ischemia. TMR is a new
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treatment methodology that, rather than opening narrowed arteries directly as in
angioplasty treatment, creates new channels directly in the heart muscle to
supply blood directly from the ventricle of the heart. Both treatments involve
the resupply of blood to the heart; the first by removing blockages in coronary
arterial supply, the second by essentially bypassing the coronary artery supply.
The two treatments are not mutually exclusive; they may be used in concert and
as an adjunct to other current therapies.
All new medical devices require approval from the U.S. Food and Drug
Administration (FDA) prior to domestic commercialization. The AccuLase
Interoperative angioplasty system has been approved for human testing toward
this end, and an application to begin human testing with the TMR system was
submitted to the FDA in July 1996. AccuLase cannot predict when or if the FDA
will approve its devices for sale in the U.S.
AccuLase believes that there is a large market for its cardiovascular
treatment products. The largest potential market is for TMR. According to a Bear
Stearns report dated January 27, 1995, the potential market for TMR could exceed
$2 billion. This target market size is comprised of estimates for three
different classes of patients who may derive a benefit from the TMR procedure
namely: inoperable patients ($360 million); patients requiring a second bypass
operation ($270 million); and patients who may benefit from TMR when used in
conjunction with bypass surgery ($1.5 billion). The Bear Stearns report did not
estimate the size or potential of the use of TMR as an adjunct to percutaneous
transluminal coronary angioplasty (PTCA), which comprises an additional $1
billion per year according to a 1992 report by Hambrecht and Quist. In its
report, Bear Stearns did not evaluate this market potential since it did not
evaluate market potential for fiber optic TMR, which AccuLase has the technology
to perform. In summary, Acculase products are being developed with the goal of
participating in an estimated $3 billion annual medical marketplace.
(i) PRODUCTS
The potential market for AccuLase TMR systems is much larger than for
laser angioplasty alone, and AccuLase has elected to focus its resources and
efforts toward entrance into this TMR market. As a result, the laser angioplasty
development will be kept in stasis while the TMR program develops.
AccuLase has completed numerous animal studies on its TMR system,
culminating in a pre clinical protocol at the New York Hospital Cornell Medical
Center in response to an FDA meeting in 1995. This study will serve as the
clinical basis for the submission of an IDE for Phase I human clinical testing
of the TMR system. The IDE was submitted to the FDA in July 1996. The approval
of this IDE will allow commencement of Phase I clinical studies. Two sites have
been identified for the Phase I studies: The New York Hospital Cornell Medical
Center, and the Hospital of the Good Samaritan in Los Angeles. A joint clinical
protocol is under development at these institutions. The Cornell surgical team
will be led by Dr. Todd Rosengart, MD; and the Good Samaritan team will be led
by Dr. Gregory Louis Kay, MD.
The IDE submission is for a TMR application using an open heart
procedure to provide revascularization for patients who are not candidates for
bypass grafts or balloon angioplasty. Patients will not be placed on heart-lung
support systems, although it is standard practice to have these systems on
standby during any open heart procedure. There are an estimated 120,000 patients
per year worldwide who fall into this treatment category. Assuming the
successful completion of the Phase I studies, the Company will petition the FDA
to expand the procedure to include adjunctive use in by-pass graft procedures in
a multi- center study. Approval of this petition would increase fourfold the
potential patient population.
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The cost of the clinical studies is expected to be largely offset by
government and insurance reimbursement for the procedure. However, the exact
reimbursement schedule for TMR has not been published by the federal Health Care
Finance Administration (HCFA). HCFA financing for general laser procedures
during surgery has been established, and reimbursement has been provided for
competitive TMR systems undergoing clinical trials. Clarification of the HCFA
schedule is expected in late 1996. At this point, financing for the clinical
trials is not expected by management to be an obstacle in achieving domestic
distribution approval, although the exact source of funds for this purpose has
not yet been identified.
Acculase may elect to distribute its TMR systems overseas while
domestic clinical trials are underway. International placements could be
targeted in clinical settings which could complement the data generated from the
U.S. trials. Revenues obtained from these placements could be used to support
the domestic and international clinical studies.
Acculase awarded in July 1996 a research grant to The Heart Institute
at the Hospital of the Good Samaritan to conduct a study of reperfusion effects
in an ischemic animal model of the Acculase TMR system. The goal of TMR is to
reperfuse ischemic (oxygen starved) tissue with fresh blood. There is no
accepted model or scientific understanding on the mechanisms of TMR reperfusion.
From an evaluation standpoint, it is not known what the "predictors" are that
would indicate the efficiency and appropriateness of a laser for conducting TMR.
Acculase believes that the two precursor events to reperfusion are patent
channels and neovascularization. Both of these have been shown to occur with the
Acculase excimer laser TMR procedure, and the purpose of this grant is to
determine if these precursor events (patency and neovascularization) are the
defining histological events leading to reperfusion. The research will be under
the direction of Peter Whittaker, PhD, the director of the Institues Laser
Laboratory. Dr. Whittaker will use Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scanning
technology to measure the reperfusion and conduct histological examination of
the patency and neovascularization in relation to the measured reperfusion. The
results of this research may help set new standards for evaluating the
appropriateness of different laser technologies for TMR.
In July 1996, Acculase entered into a joint research protocol with the
Cornell Medical Center to investigate the synergistic angiogenic effects of
excimer laser TMR and gene therapy. This procedure involves the use of
adnoviral-mediated vascular endothelial growth factor (a DNA segment attached to
a non-reproducing virus) to promote patency of the TMR channels by stimulating
the body to create a channel lining similar to the walls of healthy vascular
structures. This investigation may have significant implications for the
eventual use of the Acculase TMR system. Whereas gene therapy alone has shown an
ability to promote angiogenesis in ischemic tissue, it does not provide the
tissue with a new source of collateral or intraventricular blood. And, whereas
excimer laser TMR channels promote both angiogenesis and a new source of blood,
the long term effects have not been established. With the combined therapies,
the establishment of long-term channel patency is enhanced by the
endothelialization of the channel walls, and the synergistic neovascularization
of the two therapies will enhance the ultimate deliver of the fresh
intraventricular blood from the channels to the starving or hibernating
myocardial tissue.
(ii) DESIGN/MANUFACTURING
The AccuLase excimer laser, fiber optics, and surgical positioning
devices are manufactured at its San Diego, California facility. Acculase
subcontracts sterilization services.
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(iii) COMPETITION
There are numerous competitors, many with substantially larger
resources available in both the angioplasty and TMR markets. In AccuLase's TMR
market, the major competitors are using TMR systems based on "Thermal Lasers".
In pre clinical studies conducted by independent researchers, the AccuLase
"Short-Pulse Excimer" system has shown less thermal damage and greater channel
patency (openness) than competitive systems.
In one study, channel patency was shown to protect the heart against
coronary artery occlusion, while non-patent channels did not protect the heart.
In another study the AccuLase system provided patent channels in 100% of the
identified channels. AccuLase management believes channel patency is the best
predictor of successful TMR, and accordingly, believes its system may enjoy a
technological advantage.
Competitive lasers may be classified into: CO2 lasers which cannot use
fiberoptic delivery; holmium lasers which are fiber optic based but are thermal
in nature; and long pulse excimers which are inherently less efficient (more
thermal) in tissue ablation. AccuLase enjoys a significant cost and delivery
advantage over the CO2 laser, and the large (over 1 ton) CO2 laser cannot fit
into most operating rooms (OR's); whereas the mobile AccuLase system occupies
only 6 square feet of the OR. AccuLase believes it competes favorably with any
competitive system based on channel patency, or system price, size, or
flexibility of procedure (open heart, trocar, or intracardiac catheter).
(iv) PATENTS/LICENSES
AccuLase is the owner of four U.S. patents. The first, which was issued
in January 1990, provides patent protection until 2007 and covers AccuLase's
base excimer laser design. The second, which was issued in May 1990, provides
patent protection until 2007 and covers a liquid filled flexible laser light
guide. The third patent, issued in May 1991, provides patent protection until
2008 and covers a means of measuring optical fiber power output. The fourth
patent, issued in September 1991, provides patent protection until 2008 and
relates to the optical fiber coupling apparatus used in the AccuLase laser.
AccuLase also has one U.S. patent application pending relating to a proprietary
laser catheter design. Cornell University has an option to file a joint patent
with AccuLase on a delivery device used in gene therapy for cardiac
revascularization. If the University elects not to exercise its option, AccuLase
will file jointly with the Cornell investigators.
AccuLase also received a patent for its base excimer laser design in
Australia in November 1991, in Canada in December 1992, and in Israel in
February 1993. The Australian, Canadian, and Israeli patents provide protection
until August 2004, December 2009, and August 2008 respectively. Patent
applications are pending in these countries and in Japan for a fiberoptic laser
catheter design.
(v) NEW PRODUCTS
New product development is directed to expanding the capabilities and
opportunities for the AccuLase TMR systems. Two peripheral devices for the open
heart TMR procedure have been developed. The first device positions and advances
a 600 micron fiber optic to advance linearly with laser pulsing to maximize
patency. The second device uses a synchronous rotary/linear advancement to
create a 1.0 mm channel with a 0.6 mm fiber optic. Data on both devices is
expected to be available for FDA consideration on the open-heart IDE.
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Because of the substantial capital requirements to develop and
commercially exploit these technologies, AccuLase is seeking strategic
technology partnerships for the development of trocar peripherals and
intracardiac catheters for TMR procedures involving minimally invasive surgery
and the cardiac catheterization laboratory. These procedures do not require the
extensive hospitalization required by open heart surgery. Such partnerships may
involve joint ventures or joint development efforts. No such partnerships have
been identified at this date. AccuLase may elect to directly subcontract the
development and manufacture of these surgical peripherals.
AccuLase is also examining new biotechnology advances that may enhance
the benefits provided by its TMR system. New advances in gene therapy have
resulted in a number of vascular growth factors and endothelialization
precursors that could assist in long term patency and neovascularization. It is
believed that the unique "cold" (deep ultraviolet radiant energy coupled with
short-pulse technology) laser energy of the AccuLase system could act
synergistically with these gene therapy treatments.
Bench testing of a new generation of Acculase excimer lasers has
commenced and these new lasers are scheduled for market introduction and
pre-clinical testing in 1996. The new Al 5000 laser will have greater energy
availability than the current Al 1000M. Greater energy levels will allow the
exploration of larger fiber optics for TMR, and decrease servicing costs. The
new lasers will also be about 50% more compact than the current lasers, and will
be about 1/10 the size of the current competitive CO2 laser. The increased
performance of the new system will be accompanied with greater ease of
manufacture, which may permit more rapid manufacturing expansion to meet
increase in market demand. The reduced costs of the new lasers will enhance the
already competitive advantages management believes the company will enjoy in
price and size.
(vi) EMPLOYEES
Acculase has two full time employees, and currently uses consultants
and temporary employees to augment its operational needs. Significant resources
are available on an as-needed basis from Laser Photonics, Inc., to augment
Acculase's staff.
B. DESIGN AND MANUFACTURE OF LASERS FOR INDIVIDUAL, SCIENTIFIC AND
EDUCATIONAL USE
1. LASER PHOTONICS
Laser Photonics, Inc. (LPI), Orlando, Florida, the Company's 75% owned
subsidiary, manufactures lasers for medical and scientific applications. LPI has
experience in a wide variety of lasers including gas, solid-state and dye
lasers. LPI's experience in manufacturing surgical lasers over the past 12 years
provides Helionetics an FDA qualified medical device manufacturing company to
provide manufacturing capability to the development programs of LPI's 76.14%
subsidiary, Acculase, Inc. LPI trades its common stock at OTC Bulletin Board
with the symbol LSPT.
LPI currently manufactures solid-state lasers for dermatology and
general surgery applications in the medical market. LPI is currently negotiating
a contract for distribution of its ruby lasers for dermatology that, once
complete, could produce signficant revenues over the next five years.
In the scientific market, LPI manufactures lead-salt diode lasers, gas
lasers and solid-state lasers. The company currently has a backlog in excess of
$1.4 million. LPI's Analytic division in Andover, MA currently has a backlog of
approximately $900,000 including a recent order from a major defense contractor
in excess of $200,000. This division received in July 1996 an initial order of
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approximately $600,000 from a foreign manufacturing group.
LPI filed a Petition for Reorganization under chapter 11 of the Federal
Bankruptcy Act on May 13, 1994. (Case No. 94-02608-611 - Federal Bankruptcy
Court - Middle District, Florida) (the "Reorganization"). An order was issued on
May 12, 1995 (the "Effective Date"), confirming LPI's Third Amended Plan of
Reorganization (the "Plan") pursuant to this proceeding.
During the pendency of the Reorganization, Helionetics acquired all
rights to the secured claims of Sun Bank, one of the Principal creditors, whose
claims were secured by virtually all property of the Estate, and originally
totalled approximately $237,250. (After paydown pursuant to cash collateral and
adequate protection orders, these claims totaled approximately $146,000 plus
legal fees).
Helionetics then became a proponent of LPI's Plan of Reorganization,
and loaned a total of $300,000 to the Debtor during the pendency of the
Reorganization proceedings for working capital purposes.
On or prior to the Effective Date, Helionetics contributed to LPI the
sum of $1 million dollars in cash, which funds were utilized as the source for
all immediate cash payments under the Plan.
In addition, on the Effective Date, Helionetics transferred to LPI,
ownership of approximately 76% of the outstanding common stock of Acculase,
Inc., and Helionetics further committed to fund the cost of research and
development of Acculase's excimer laser technology for a minimum of two years.
As a "Proponent" of the Plan, Helionetics in exchange for the infusion
of cash and transfer of its 76.14% ownership interest in Acculase, received
3,750,000 shares of LPI's "New Common Stock" issued pursuant to the
reorganization, which represented 75% of LPI's total outstanding "New Common
Stock" as of the Effective Date.
LPI's Plan of Reorganization embodied the payment of claims and the
issuance of debt and equity securities to secured and unsecured creditors.
On the Effective Date, pursuant to the provision of the Plan, the Board
of Directors and principal Executive Officers of LPI were reconstituted as
follows:
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(I) MEDICAL APPLICATIONS AND PRODUCTS
1. OVERVIEW. Lasers have been used by physicians for many years as
surgical tools for specific applications such as gynecology, gastroenterology
and opthalmology because of their precision and ability to coagulate or vaporize
tissue. Recently, applications have been developed in connection with less
invasive, less traumatic surgical procedures, such as endoscopy and laparoscopy,
which have expanded the use of fiber optically coupled laser systems in
medicine. The use of minimally invasive endescopic and laparoscopic procedures
have begun
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to replace certain conventional open surgical procedures. The new less invasive
procedures deliver laser energy through a small optical fiber to cut, coagulate,
or vaporize tissue and usually results in reduced hospital stays by reducing
attendant blood loss and trauma associated with conventional open surgery.
The development of new laser wavelengths and fiber delivery systems
allows physicians to develop new minimally invasive techniques to treat
conditions that previously required open surgery. Urologists are using lasers to
treat prostate disease, (BPH) and to fragment kidney and biliary stones with no
damage to the surrounding soft tissue and dermatologists are using lasers to
treat benign vascular and pigmented lesions of the skins such as spider veins
and port wine stains, moles and tatoos.
LPI had used its base of solid-state technology to develop a number of
new products for use in these emerging applications. LPI has developed and is
commercially marketing a solid state surgical Nd:YAG laser system and
accessories for which FDA clearances have been received. LPI has also developed
an alexandrite laser lithotriptor for which it received FDA clearance (April
1993) to commercially market.
2. MEDICAL LASER PRODUCTS. Set forth below is a brief summary of LPI's
current medical laser systems:
(1) Ruby Laser Systems. The use of solid-state laser systems
has also expanded into new application areas such as mermatology for
the treatment of benign pigmented lesions of the skin such as moles,
age spots and tatoos. This new application represents an extension of
LPI's scientific ruby laser technology, one of the earliest laser
systems developed for commercial use. Laser energy created by the ruby
laser is highly absorbed by pigmented lesions but poorly absorbed by
normal skin. Using the laser system, therefore, allows the physician to
treat effectively the skin lesion without anesthesia and without
causing normal pigmented changes or scarring. LPI began manufacturing
and shipping these systems in August 1991 on a private label basis for
a customer who received FDA clearance to market the laser for tatoo
removal. Shipments continued through early 1993 when the OEM
Manufacturing/Distribution Agreement with the customer officially
terminated. LPI is currently negotiating with a new OEM customer
estimated to be worth $1.5 million per year.
(2) Nd:YAG Laser Systems. During the 1980's, the CO2 gas laser
began to be replaced as the "workhorse" of the industry by the Nd:YAG
Laser System. Major complaint with CO2 were cumbersome delivery
mechanism (an articulating arm) and its inability to coagulate tissue
or to delivery energy through a fluid medium. The ND:YAG energy could
be delivered through a small flexible optical fiber, could be
effectively used in a fluid medium, and was effective in cutting,
coagulating and vaporizing tissue. As new accessories (contact fibers)
and new procedures (endoscopy) are developed, the use of the Nd:YAG
system as a surgical tool continues to expand.
In 1990, LPI received FDA clearances to market commercially
100, 60, and 45 watt ND:YAG systems and accessories for use in general
surgery. These systems are used in traditional applications such as
gynecology as well as new endoscopic and laparoscopic procedures such
as laser laparoscopic cholecystectomy (gallbladder removal). New
endoscopic and laparoscopic precedures have generated significant
interest among general surgeons in the use of laser for surgery.
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(3) Alexandrite Laser System. Laser induced shockwave
lithotripsy ("LISL"), or the use of laser energy to break up kidney and
billiary stones, also represents a new application of medical lasers.
LPI believes that LISL offers a reliable cost effective adjunct or
alternative to surgery or extracorporeal shockwave lithotripsy ("ESWL")
for the treatment of kidney and biliary stones. ESWL uses externally
generated shock waves that noninvasively pass through the skin and
fragmentthe stone, allowing it to be passed by the patient. ESWL
equipment is expensive to purchase and install and may not be usable in
treating certain stones in the lower two-thirds of the ureter which are
shielded by the pelvic bone.
LISL requires a minimally invasive endoscopic procedure or
percutaneous puncture to allow access to the stone. A small optical
fiber is passed through the endoscope or percutaneous catheter until it
reaches the stone. Laser energy is transmitted through the optical
fiber and causes the stone to fragment in small particles which can be
expelled naturally. LISL can be used to fragment stones in areas which
are not easily treated by ESWL or following ESWL treatment when
fragments become lodged or are not small enough to be expelled
naturally.
In April 1993, LPI received FDA clearance to market its
solid-state alexandrite lithotriptor for the treatment of kidney stones
in the renal and urinary tract. Clearance to market the lithotriptor
was also received from Japan in late 1995.
3. PRINCIPAL MARKETS & METHODS OF DISTRIBUTION. LPI's marketing
strategy is to define specific target markets and to modify existing products or
design new products to meet perceived market demand. LPI markets its medical
laser systems principally through independent distributors and representatives
to large hospitals, small community hospitals, and freestanding outpatient
surgery centers throughout the United States. LPI promotes its medical products
through attendance at trade shows and exhibits, advertising in medical journals,
and direct mail programs to the medical community.
LPI's Nd:YAG Lasers had revenues of $488,925 for 1995; $851,740 of
revenues in 1994; and $1,640,647 of revenues in 1993.
4. SOURCES AND AVAILABILITY OF RAW MATERIALS. To date, LPI has not
experienced any difficulty in obtaining solid state laser rods, optical,
electro-optical, electronic or other components and raw materials for its
products, most of which are available from multiple sources which are
well-established in the industry, although because of LPI's financial
constraints, certain suppliers have required LPI to pay COD for materials.
5. SEASONAL FACTORS - MEDICAL LASERS. Seasonality is not a significant
factor in medical laser sales. Budgetary cycles and funding are spread out in
various hospitals, chains and organizations so that funding is not as cyclical
as in the scientific laser market.
6. WORKING CAPITAL ITEMS - MEDICAL LASERS LPI is required by the FDA
under GMP guidelines to carry certain inventories for emergency medical service.
Typically, major service problems must be responded to within 24 hours. LPI
estimates that $250,000 of service inventory is on hand at any given time for
emergency response.
LPI does not provide the right to return units. In some cases,
demonstration equipment is sent to the customer prior to the sale to determine
suitability. In rare cases LPI has allowed returns when accompanied by a
substantial restocking fee.
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All customers are on 30 day payment terms with approved credit. Some
distributors have been granted 60 day temrs on a case by case basis.
7. DEPENDENCE ON A NEW CUSTOMERS. LPI did not have sales to a single
customer in excess of 10% of total sales in 1995.
8. BACKLOG ORDERS. As of December 31, 1995, LPI had an approximate
backlog of $60,000 in orders believed to be firm for its medical lasers. All of
the backlog orders at December 31, 1995 are expected to be filled during 1996.
9. COMPETITION. The laser inducstry is very complex and fragmented
because of the specialized nature of laser products and the differing
applications required by purchases of lasers and laser systems. Although LPI
believes its laser products incorporate state-of-the-art technology, the laser
industry is subject to intense competition and rapid technological change. Many
of LPI's competitors are manufacturers which are substantially larger than the
Company and have substantially greater financial and personnel resources. To the
extent LPI's products are incorporated into systems for medical and scientific
applications, the Company indirectly competes with hundreds of suppliers of
devices employing other technologies, and also those which employ lasers as a
principal component. An element of LPI's competitive strength is its ability to
attract and retain qualified technical personnel. See "Employees".
LPI believes the primary competitive factors within the surgical laser
market are the level of customer support, training, price, product reliability,
and breadth of product line. The Company believes that it offers a broad product
line, flexible OEM capabilities, and provides through its distributors and
inhouse capabilities a high level of customer service and training. The company
believes that its medical products are competitively priced compared to
competing laser products and that its products based on solid-state technology
are very reliable. Although the Company has manufactured surgical YAG laser
systems and components on a private label basis for a number of years, as an
entrant into this market under the Laser Photonics label, the Company must is
still in the process of establishing its reputation as a direct providers of
products to the medical community.
10. PRODUCT WARRANTIES. LPI's standard warranty period on most
products, except consumables, which have a ninety day warranty period, is one
year for parts and labor. Selected medical products have a 12 month parts only
warranty. During the warranty period, LPI pays shipping charges one way. LPI has
established a reserve for warranty costs based upon the estimated costs to be
incurred.
11. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT. During 1995, LPI continued its efforts to
become a key manufacturer and supplier of laser systems and accessories. LPI
received FDA approval on several laser systems in 1992, and in 1993 received
clearance on its Alexandrite Lithotriptor Stonelaser.
LPI's research and development emphasis has shifted from pure research
to product modification and development to meet new market demands. LPI's
strategy is to utilize and modify its existing laser and component base to
develop new products and applications in targeted medical and scientific
markets. In addition to internal development, LPI may take advantage of
opportunities, if they arise, in the current laser market environment of
consolidation and market specialization by continuing to seek out and acquire
both products and technology at a cost LPI believes to be lower than internal
development. LPI does not have any present acquisition plans. Because LPI
products are focused in specific niche scientific and medical markets, LPI does
not believe the decline in R & D expenditures will impact its abilities to be
competitive in its markets.
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In February 1989, LPI acquired Laser Analytics, Inc., a wholly-owned
subsidiary of Spectra Physics. Since the acquisition, LPI has funded continued
development efforts focused primarily on improvements in the production of
tunable infrared laser diodes. In 1990, LPI signed a joint technology licensing
agreement with the General Motors Research Lab. This technology uses a
spectrometer based on LPI's tunable infrared laser diode to measure naturally
occurring non-radioactive stable isotopes in exhaled breath. These measurements
are useful in diagnosing such medical problems as diabetes, lung and liver
dysfunction, digestive tract diseases, such as the detection of helicobactor
pylori which has been shown to be a precursor to liver and stomach cancer. LPI
is continuing research and development efforts on this product, but does not
anticipate commercial sales from this product in the next twelve months. LPI
has, however, shipped a second generation preproduction unit to Scotland to
begin formal evaluation of its isotope ratio systems against the current
industry "gold standard" mass spectrometer. Preliminary results indicate that
the laser diode based isotope ratio systems compare favorably against the
results of the current industry "gold" standard mass spectrometer.
(II) SCIENTIFIC APPLICATIONS AND PRODUCTS
1. OVERVIEW. LPI's scientific products are sold into niche markets for
use principally in applications such as spectroscopy, calibration, alignment,
and ultra-fast event measurement by universities, government, and provate
industry research labs.
LPI manufactures and markets scientific products based on a wide range
of technologies which include: nitrogen laser systems, nitrogen pumped dye laser
systems, soldi state mid infrared laser systems, CO2 laser systems, as well as
laser diodes and laser diode spectrometers.
2. SCIENTIFIC LASER SYSTEMS. Set forth below is a brief summary of
LPI's current scientific laser systems:
(1) Nitrogen Laser and Nitrogen Pumped Dye Laser Systems.
LPI's nitrogen/dye laser uses an ultraviolet laser beam that when exposed to
certain dyes creates a visible wavelength that is tunable over a wide range of
frequencies. This feature makes them extremely useful to chemists who do
spectroscopic studies of materials that absorb or react to specific wavelenghts
of light. The main features of this product line are tunability, reliability,
stability, ease of operation and low cost. LPI's nitrogen lasers are now being
used in OEM commercial applications. In 1995, LPI received two significant
quantity orders from a foreign government for nitrogen lasers to be used in the
currency printing process. Machine vision systems and mass spectrometer
manufacturers are also using nitrogen lasers in quantity.
(2) Solid State Mid Infrared Laser Systems. LPI's solid-state
scientific product line consists of a broad range of laser system products
(Nd:YAG, Nd:GLASS, Ti:SAPPHIRE). Each product within this line has unique
wavelength and performance characteristics which are useful in laboratory
research in holography, plasma diagnostics, and bathimetry (ocean mapping).
(3) CO2 and CO Laser Systems. LPI's CO2 and CO laser
technology covers a broad range of infrared laser applications requiring unique
characteristics and can be categorized into two main classifications - low and
high power infrared. The low power infrared gas scientific laser products are
designed for use in spectroscopy. As such, they are very stable, sensitive
instruments, which have recently also been used commercially for remote sensing
and gas trace analysis. The high power products are used for spectroscopy as
well as light industrial applications such as thin film cutting and plastic and
metal making.
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(4) Diode Laser Systems. LPI's tunable diode lasers are based
on lead-salt semiconductor technology for use in advanced research such as high
resolution molecular spectroscopy, combustion diagnostic studies and atmospheric
chemistry. These are "high end" insturments designed for research which requires
a high level of sophistication and performance. These lasers are sold both as a
standardized unit, and as a customized unit. In addition, LPI has designed a
system using the tunable diode laser technology for pollution monitoring
applications.
3. PRINCIPAL MARKETS AND METHODS OF DISTRIBUTION. LPI markets its
scientific products through a direct sales force in the United States and
through a network of distributors outside of the United States, principally to
universities, governmental research labs and large companies. LPI promotes its
scientific products through attendance at trade shows, advertising in scientific
journals and industry magazines, and direct mail programs to the scientific
research community. In 1995 and 1994, Nitrogen/Dye lasers contributed $762,581
and $1,043,122 of revenues, respectively; but had only $713,393 of total
revenues for 1993.
4. SOURCES AND AVAILABILITY OF RAW MATERIALS - SCIENTIFIC LASERS. Laser
Photonics believes its relationship with vendors of materials for scientific
lasers is good. As a result of LPI's reorganization, most vendors operate on a
C.O.D. basis. This has not significantly affected the willingness of vendors to
work with LPI on an ongoing basis. Most major components, including laser
crystals, optics and electro-optic devices are available from a variety of
sources. LPI does not rely on sole source vendors. Cash flow constraints are the
main limiting factors in parts availability.
5. SEASONAL FACTORS - SCIENTIFIC LASERS. The scientific laser market is
affected mainly by the government budget cycle. A majority of LPI's scientific
laser sales are funded by government agencies such as the National Science
Foundation, the National Institute of Health, Department of Energy and
Department of Defense. The second and third quarters are typically the heaviest
for booking orders. Approved funding is usually allocated late in the first
quarter or early in the second quarter each year. LPI typically sees an increase
in bookings at this time. The government fiscal year ends on September 30 of
each year. Bookings typically increase at this time as researchers scramble to
spend funding before it is cut off.
6. WORKING CAPITAL ITEMS - SCIENTIFIC LASERS. LPI is not required by
any regulatory body to keep inventories on hand to meet service or delivery
issues. Certain raw materials have lead times of greater than sixteen weeks. LPI
keeps a safety stock of these itmes when appropriate. LPI estimates that less
than $100,000 of current inventory is set aside for safety stock.
LPI does not provide the right to return units. In some cases,
demonstration equipment is sent to the customer prior to the sale to determine
suitability. In rare cases, LPI has allowed returns when accompanied by a
substantial restocking fee.
All customers are on a 30 day payment terms with approved credit. Some
distributors have been granted 60 day terms on a case by case basis.
7. DEPENDENCE ON NEW CUSTOMERS. LPI did not have sales to a single
customer in excess of 10% of total sales in 1995.
8. BACKLOG ORDERS. As of December 31, 1995, LPI had an approximate
backlog of $1,200,000 orders believed to be firm for its scientific lasers. All
of the backlog orders at December 31, 1995 are expected to be filled during
1996.
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9. COMPETITION. LPI believes that the primary competitive factors
within the scientific market are the level of customer support and training,
price, product reliability, and breadth of product line. LPI believes that it
offers one of the broadest product lines available in the scientific laser
industry and provides through its direct sales force and in-house service
capabilities a high level of customer service. LPI believes that its scientific
products are competitively priced compared to competing laser products and that
its products are very reliable. Because LPI has purchased existing, well
established product lines, which now comprise most of its scientific business,
LPI has the advantage of selling scientific products which are well known that
have established reputations for quality and performance.
10. PRODUCT WARRANTIES - SCIENTIFIC LASERS. LPI's standard warranty on
scientific lasers is twelve months parts and labor, except consumables, which
have a ninety day warranty. Most scientific lasers can easily be returned to the
factory for repair due to thier small size and weight. During the warranty
period, LPI pays shipping charges one way. LPI has established a reserve for
warranty costs based upon the estimated costs to be incurred over the warranty
period of LPI's products.
11. RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT. In 1993, LPI's Analytics Division
received from NASA a Phase II Small Business Innovative Research Development
grant in the amount of $500,000 for the production of Tunable Diode Lasers for
Airborne Spectrometers used for atmospheric sensing. This grant was for two
years, research commenced in June 1993, and was successfuly completed in June of
1995.
12. ENVIRONMENTAL CONCERNS - SCIENTIFIC LASERS. LPI does not knowingly
use any products known to harm the environment. All solvents and cleaners are
biodegradable. Cooling systems, where applicable, use CFC free refrigerant.
LPI's Analytics Division produces lead-salt diodes. The manufacturing
process used to produce the state-of-the-art lasers is a complex process in
which many different types of materials are used to produce sophisticated
lasers. Many of these materials must be processed in a laboratory environment.
The quantity of materials is small (the Analytics Division is classified as a
Very Small Quantity Generator). This division has chemical management programs
which are designed to provide a safe work environment for all employees and to
ensure compliance with all Federal, state and Local regulations related to the
use and disposal of chemicals inthe work environment.
(III) EMPLOYEES
LPI as of December 31, 1995 employed a total of 42 persons. LPI has no
union employees.
C. POWER CONDITIONING PRODUCTS GROUP, ENERGY MANAGEMENT, AIM FILTER
Through its DECC Division ("DECC"), Helionetics developed an Active
Injection Mode filter ("AIM") which eliminates or significantly reduces AC power
line distortions (harmonics). This product, based on proprietary technology,
including two patents (one of which is pending), all owned by the Company,
provides cost effective solutions which management believes are not currently
available in the marketplace, which should allow power users to more readily
meet the proposed stringent regulatory IEEE (Institute of Electrical and
Electronics Engineers) standard, "IEEE 519-1992" which require electrical
engineers and consultants to design systems to "limit" the harmonics created by
new users and new installations. These standards are difficult and expensive to
achieve using traditional approaches for harmonic filtering.
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Efforts are being made throughout the world to conserve electrical
energy so as to limit increases in electric energy costs, reduce the waste of
non-renewable energy resources, and limit the environmental impact of electric
power production. These efforts increasingly rely on energy conserving motors
and lighting.
A serious side effect of using such devices, as well as of using
computers, uninterruptible power supplies for computers and similar devices, is
the creation of current and voltage distortion on AC power lines ("harmonics").
Harmonics increase electrical bills, overheat wires and equipment, waste energy
and interfere with telecommunications. These effects have led to new
professional standards, most notably IEEE Standard 519-1992.
The Company believes that AIM Filters may be the most cost effective
means of mitigating the harmonics problem in a variety of applications. AIM
Filters eliminate harmonics by capturing unwanted harmonic current flows,
reducing both current and voltage distortion, reducing the energy wasted due to
harmonics and eliminating harmful effects on equipment. AIM Filters are an
outgrowth of a device designed by DECC engineers for military uses. Since the
first pre-production model of an AIM Filter was installed in March, 1994, over
50 AIM Filters have been delivered for installation.
The potential market for AIM products has been derived from numerous
studies for products which produce harmonics in significant quantities.
Organizations like Frost & Sullivan, Integrated Marketing Resource, and Drucker
Research have defined the markets for variable speed (AC & DC motor speed
controllers) and UPS (uninterruptible power supplies). Each study very closely
parallels the other regarding market potentials for each product class. In
addition to these studies, specific contact has been made with some of these
manufacturers, such as Emerson Industrial Controls, Liebert, Allen Bradley,
Robicon, Fischer-Porter and Exide Electronics.
The size of the USA market for AC and DC motor speed controllers is
expected to be over $1 billion for 1996. Integrated Marketing Resource put the
USA market for UPS at $2 billion for 1994. Within these markets approximately
15% of the sales numbers include harmonic mitigation equipment. That means that
approximately $450 million of harmonic mitigation equipment is sold by the
suppliers of harmonic distortion causing equipment.
Additionally, new products such as ultraviolet (UV) disinfection
systems are being placed in the wastewater market. Fischer-Porter has stated the
market potential for 1997 at $50 million. Each of these UV systems requires
harmonic mitigation. Each harmonic mitigation system will be approximately 9-10%
of the total sales or $5 million.
It is widely believed in industrial/commercial circles that the USA &
Canada are 1/3 of the world market, and that Europe and the Pacific rim are each
1/3 of the worldwide market for these products. Thus, worldwide it is projected
that total harmonic suppression dollars expended in 1996 could be as much as
$1.5 billion.
(1) AIM ENERGY
(I) PRODUCTS
The "Active Injection Mode Harmonic Conditioners" (the AIM Filters")
are based in part on technology Helionetics developed for and used in mission
critical power conditioning equipment sold to the military under military
specifications. AIM Filters are designed to alleviate the growing problem of
harmonics in the worldwide electric power system infrastructure. Harmonics waste
energy, increase electrical bills, overheat wires and equipment, create
interference, cause computers and computer controlled equipment to malfunction
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and interfere with telecommunications. Harmonics can require expensive rewiring
to avoid overheating of wires and possible fires. Harmonics are an increasingly
serious hazard due to the greater use of devices to improve energy efficiency
and the rapid expansion in the use of computers and computer related equipment.
Alternating current (AC) is now universally used to deliver power in
electric power systems. AC power is known as "alternating" because the flow of
current is continuously reversing: positive current in any one wire becomes
negative current and vice versa. This happens 60 times per second in the United
States and Canada, and hence is called "60 cycle" power. Ideally this
alternation occurs smoothly and continuously, e.g., from positive 110 volts to
negative 110 volts. If pictured on a graph (or oscilloscope), the alteration of
current forms a smooth "sine wave" and thus the current is known as
"sinusoidal". However, the flow of current is not smooth and continuous when
there is harmonic distortion of current. Harmonic distortion of current causes
voltage harmonics, i.e. increases or decreases in voltage from that which would
conform to a smooth sine wave.
Equipment such as computers, electronic ballasts (used by fluorescent
lights), welding equipment, battery chargers, motor speed control devices such
as variable speed drives ("VSDs") and uninterruptible power supplies ("UPSs")
all use utility current to run an electronic power converter. The power
converter changes the normal AC power supplied by the utility into the direct
current ("DC") (and in some cases back to the AC power) used by the machines.
Power converters draw current in pulses, and the effect of each pulse is to
generate harmonic distortion in the current carried by the wire. When harmonics
from different sources are in synchronization, the effect is amplified.
Current harmonics waste energy, requiring increased generation capacity
and fuel use. Harmonics can cause computer shut downs, tripped circuit breakers,
overloading of electric equipment (especially transformers), failure of
electronic parts, premature failure of insulation on electrical wires
("conductors"), and a reduction in capacity of the large conductors and the
useful output of power generators.
Computers and computer controlled equipment must have essentially
sinusoidal or "clean" voltage productivity. In addition to the fact that
telecommunications equipment is now generally controlled by computers sensitive
to harmonics, telecommunications equipment can also suffer interference from
harmonics, degrading the quality of the signal. Medical equipment, such as
computer controlled monitors, CAT scanners, magnetic resonance imagers (MR), and
X-ray equipment can also malfunction because of harmonics.
Building wiring and transformers can suffer overheating and premature
aging in the presence of harmonics. A now common problem found in large office
buildings is a build up of current on the neutral conductor of three phase
systems-while these conductors ideally would have no current flow at all,
harmonics may cause them to carry a current substantially in excess of the
current on any other conductor. This current can overheat the wire, requiring
rewiring to prevent electrical fires. As a result, building owners may expend
substantial sums to rewire or require tenants to limit or reduce the harmonics
they create in order to protect the building wiring and the integrity of other
tenants' power supply. Harmonics also cause transformers serving a building or a
particular portion of the building to overheat, and heavier duty, more expensive
harmonic resistant transformers ("K-rated transformers") are required where
harmonics are anticipated.
Uninterruptible power supplies are used to protect computers and
important equipment from power failure. Each UPS contributes harmonics because
of its AC/DC power converter, while at the same time supplying power to
equipment sensitive to harmonics. Thus, the UPS may require harmonic filtering
to limit the harmonics it creates in the building and protective circuits to
protect it
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against harmonics from other sources. In addition, harmonic filtering may be
necessary to successful synchronization of the UPS power supply and the line
power supply which is required for redundancy. A similar problem exists with
respect to standby emergency generators, which may be unable to operate in a
building with large harmonics due to an inability of the small generators to
supply sufficient current and/or an inability to synchronize with other power
sources (utility power or UPS power).
Harmonics spread not only throughout a building, but also from the
building to the utility power distribution network. If the harmonics from
different buildings are in synchronization, the problems they cause can spread
to other buildings.
Harmonics also cause problems for utilities. Harmonics travel through
power lines to utility equipment, such as switches, transformers and the nearest
generator, potentially damaging such utility equipment. The utility must limit
harmonics on the line to serve their customers and protect their own equipment.
In addition, harmonics require larger conductors and generation capacity to
supply the power needed to do a given amount of useful work.
As an additional benefit, the AIM Filters also provide substantial
power factor correction. "Power factor" is the ratio of the watts of electricity
consumed to volt-amps on the circuit, expressed as a ratio. Thus, if a
traditional electricity meter indicates 80 watts consumed, but the utility is
supplying 1 amp of power at 100 volts, or 100 volt-amps, the power factor would
be 0.8 PF. Several United States utility companies have begun implementing
surcharges for large customers with low power factors to recover the cost of
supplying the larger volt-amps required by the customer. Those surcharges are a
material part of electric bills for large customers with low power factors. The
AIM Filter increases the power factor, thus reducing the surcharge; this may
provide an additional cost justification for installation of such filters.
However, it should be noted that in many if not most installations, the
traditional alternative approach of adding power factor corrections capacitors
and equipment may be adequate, and the AIM Filter must compete with these
approaches as a means of power factor correction.
The Company is currently marketing AIM Filters for three types of
applications: (1) three phase, three wire balanced loads; (2) three phase, four
wire unbalanced loads; and (3) single phase loads.
AIM Filters for three phase, three wire loads are suitable for use with
products such as VSDs, including both AC and DC motor speed controls, and are
compatible with other balanced loads, such as UPSs, fluorescent lighting
ballasts, mainframe computers and ultraviolet lighting. The AIM Filters in this
category handle voltages of 208, 240, 400, 480, 600 volts and provide currents
of up to 25, 50 or 100 amps. The first model of the aim filters, a 400 volt, 100
amp, three phase, three wire unit designed for industrial applications, operated
successfully since its installation in March 1994, and has exceeded its
performance specifications. Over 50 of the three phase, three wire AIM Filters
have been installed to date, including models in each of the five listed voltage
configurations.
The AIM Filters do not address all power quality problems. The filters
will not stop large voltage surges caused, for instance, by lightning strikes; a
separate surge protector (together with a UPS or backup generator to maintain
power) is needed for this. The AIM Filters cannot correct voltage sags caused by
the utility system (as opposed to those caused by the harmonics), for which a
UPS would be necessary. The capabilities of the AIM Filters complement those of
a UPS or a back-up generator, eliminate problems caused by that equipment and
other equipment causing or sensitive to harmonics, and may be necessary in order
to use such equipment effectively.
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The AIM Filters can be used either in existing installations with
harmonic problems or in connection with installation of new devices which are
likely to cause harmonic problems, or can be sold together with (or incorporated
into) specific products which are likely to cause harmonics. The first models of
the AIM Filters were designed for use in the commercial, industrial, and public
utility sectors to install in water/sewage treatment and other large facilities
using VSD controlled motors; and office buildings and institutions with
significant use of VSDs, computers, UPSs, or energy saving illumination.
Subsequent models of the AIM Filters are suitable for all but the largest VSDs
and UPSs.
Installation of VSDs in existing buildings reduces electric consumption
by 30% to 50% of the electricity used by motors in elevators, fans, and HVAC.
The Company estimates that the expense of adding a VSD can be recovered quickly,
making the change highly cost-effective. The harmonics caused by the VSD
installation may be unacceptable without harmonic filtering, and the Company
believes that approaches to harmonic filtering other than the AIM Filter have
serious drawbacks. Thus, the Company intends to market AIM Filters as a simple
and cost-effective way of using VSDs, allowing recovery of the VSD cost savings.
Even with the cost of the AIM Filters, the Company believes that the cost of the
VSD and filter can generally be recovered in less than three years.
The Company expects water and sewage treatment facilities to use VSDs,
since they use large electric motors to pump and aerate water and sewage.
Harmonics generated by these installations can be corrected through passive
filters, but only after extensive engineering has been undertaken to determine
the precise source and nature of the problem and to design suitable filters.
Passive filters require engineering to be redone every time new sources of
harmonics arise.
The first pre-production unit of the AIM Filter was installed in a
water treatment facility in California which makes extensive use of large
electric motors powered by VSDs. The VSDs caused such severe harmonics that the
motors could not be properly operated. The AIM Filter reduced the harmonics
generated by the unit on which it was installed to below even the most stringent
standards of IEEE 529-1992. AIM expects to sell this version of the filter to
other customers for approximately $10,000. The estimated cost of alternatives
for this installation would have been over $20,000 and probably would not have
achieved compliance with IEEE 519-1992.
Because office buildings use electric motors for elevators and heating,
ventilating and air conditioning (HVAC), use of VSDs would be highly
cost-effective. However, the harmonics must be controlled. Office buildings also
contain equipment such as computers, printers and UPSs, which both create
harmonics and are very sensitive to harmonics created by other sources. Thus,
harmonic control or mitigation may well be essential to the use of VSDs and to
the electrical "health" of the building itself.
Factories, refineries and similar installations may need to control
harmonics to permit reliable operation of computer control systems, and in some
areas to limit utility power factor surcharges and comply with utility power
quality requirements. As of the date of this filing, filters have been specified
for future installations following the successful trial period by Exide,
IBM/Canada, Toshiba and Siemens (VSD installations) and the DuPont Corporation
among others.
IEEE-519 has been placed into the Provential Electric Code for
Saskatchewan, Northwest territories, and Alberta, Canada with a significantly
corresponding increase in orders from those areas. The majority of AIM filters
have been sold to Canada. Japan is introducing harmonic control with a new
specification not yet released. Europe is controlling harmonics with IEC-555-2
which also forms the basis for the forthcoming Japanese specification. Most
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specifications are similar to IEEE-591-1992. The Company anticipates that this
regulatory climate will become more intolerant of harmonic distortion and will
continue to spread to other governmental entities thereby giving further impetus
to the sales environment for AIM filters. While ANSI/IEEE-519-1992 is not a
"Law" in the United States (at this time), the practice followed by consulting
engineers whenever there is a new installation, or an addition or modification
into a major existing installation. If the consultant does not follow the
practices and recommendations in IEEE-519-1992, he is liable for any failures or
losses resulting from such "poor practice" which can professionally affect his
license (and has engineering liability exposure implications).
(ii) MARKETING
AIM has entered into representation agreements with independent
companies which sell and service VSDs and UPSs. These agreements generally are
exclusive within a territory. It is anticipated that these representatives
generally will be paid a portion of the price of each AIM Filter they sell as a
sales commission, and will not buy the filters for resale. However, AIM may
contract with one or more stocking distributors who may purchase the filters for
resale. In each case, the local representatives will have local servicing
responsibilities for the products. In addition, AIM will retain the right to
sell directly to "national accounts" in territories serviced by a distributor,
but will pay the representative a reduced fee to supply local service. In areas
in which there are no distributors, AIM will market the filters directly.
AIM may engage in other similar or related activities which are
complementary to the sale of AIM Filters. For example, AIM may sell other power
conditioning equipment, including surge suppresors, UPSs, other types of active
or passive harmonic filters, power factor correction equipment, or similar
devices. These may be purchased for resale, sold under joint marketing
arrangements, or manufactured by AIM. They may use similar or different
technology. The goal of such activities would be to exploit markets in which the
AIM filter alone is not adequate for the customer and to take advantage of
opportunities resulting from marketing of AIM Filters and related products.
However, there can be no assurance that these other activities will be
initiated, or if they are whether they will be successful.
AIM has also conducted extensive talks with a major Japanese power
supply company. Although no assurance can he given that an ultimate business
relationship will develop from these talks (now going onto 18 months), there
appears to be a significant interest in creating a joint venture partnership
with Shindengen Corp. in Japan for the purpose of exploiting the Japanese and
other Asian markets. Their harmonic problems are severe. The discussions have
included not only Helionetics and Shindengen, but also the Ministry of
International Trade and Industry (MITI)in the Japanese Government. Helionetics
is now scheduling an extensive testing sequence of all models of the AIM filter
at the Japan Electrical Testing lab (JET), so that the AIM filter may be
authorized as a high technology electrical import for Japan.
(iii) BACKLOG/INVENTORY
Backlog is nominal due to the absence of sales activities in 1995.
(iv) DESIGN/MANUFACTURING
The first pre-production model of the AIM Filter was installed in early
1994, in a California water treatment facility, and it has reduced harmonics to
below the level set in the performance specifications. Over 50 three phase,
three wire AIM Filters have been installed to date. Helionetics has commenced
production of limited quantities of additional AIM Filters, which will be
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available for sale by AIM. Helionetics is continuing refinement of the
technology for smaller applications, and AIM will have the use of such
refinements pursuant to the License.
The design team for the AIM Conditioner is the group which developed it
for military use and industrial applications. The production units, being
designed to marketing standards as provided by AIM Energy, have three distinct
applications: three phase 3 wire loading; three phase 4 wire loading; and a
single phase power product for low power applications. The first 3 wire load
model was completed in 1993 and a unit was delivered in February 1994.
(v) COMPETITION
While the AIM Filter technology is based on well-known theory, the
first commercial models of "active" harmonic filters were only recently made
available by a competitor of AIM and sales of the AIM Filters did not start
until June of 1994. Marketing of the product will require education of potential
purchasers as to the advantages of the product over traditional approaches to
reduce harmonics which include passive filters, rewiring and larger transformers
or use of more technically sophisticated and costly power converters. In a
significant portion of AIM's potential market, traditional approaches of
managing harmonics may be required by building codes and standards.
AIM believes the only other commercially available active harmonic
filters are made by Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, and Merlin (a company based in
France). The Mitsubishi product is much more expensive than the other available
filters.
Mitsubishi is a very large company which has far greater resources than
the Company. As demand for active mitigation of harmonics increases, it can be
expected that additional companies will enter this business. While the Company
believes the AIM Filters have substantial advantages over the competing
products, the growing investment in this area may produce a highly competitive
and possible superior product. AIM must compete with many companies offering
alternative means of addressing harmonics, and many of these have greater
resources. Moreover, the problem of harmonics can be addressed through other
conventional means, including improved electronic converters and passive
filters, which may be required by applicable codes.
(vi) PATENTS AND LICENSES
Helionetics has two patents relating to the AIM Filters; one has been
granted and one is pending. While the Company believes that the technology
included in the patents significantly reduces the cost of production and
improves the performance of active harmonic filters as compared to competitors'
products, the patents will not prevent the development of other active harmonic
filters or other methods of dealing with or preventing harmonics, and it is
possible that competing products or approaches may have a competitive advantage.
Moreover, there can be no assurance that the second patent pending will be
granted. The Patent and Trademark Office has indicated that the initial
submission did not provide sufficient proof of patentability but Helionetics
believes it has now provided sufficient evidence through a supplemental
submission. The second application was filed in June 1994. Helionetics will seek
patent protection for one or both of the inventions in foreign countries, where
the potential market justifies the cost, but such applications depend on the
grant of US patent.
(vii) RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
The AIM Filter design has been finalized for larger three phase, three
wire loads and small single phase loads in the commercial, industrial and public
utility sectors for use in water/sewage treatment facilities and factories using
variable speed drive ("VSD") controlled motors; and office buildings and
institutions with significant use of VSDs, computers, uninterruptible power
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supplies ("UPSs"), or energy saving illumination systems. The Company believes
that the marketing potential of AIM Filters of the current design is greatest
for three phase, three wire loads, which typically serve the heavier loads
within those markets, such as large VSD controlled motors. However, the Company
anticipates that a large portion of the potential market for AIM Filters will be
for three phase, four wire loads and single phase loads, such as those used in
office buildings for personal computers and many types of lighting. The Company
has demonstrated the applicability of the current design for such loads.
The first pre-production model of the AIM Filters was installed in
early 1994, in a California water treatment facility, and has reduced harmonics
to below the level set in the IEEE-519-1992 performance specifications. As of
April 1996, a total of over 50 three phase, three wire AIM Filters have been
installed. Helionetics has commenced production of limited quantities of
additional AIM filters, which will be available for sale by AIM. AIM is
marketing these filters to industrial, commercial and public utility operators.
Helionetics is continuing refinement of the technology for smaller applications,
and AIM will have the use of such refinements pursuant to the License.
(viii) EMPLOYEES
As of December 31, 1995, AIM Energy was being assisted by the DECC
engineering group and other DECC personnel from time to time, but had no
individuals in whole or in significant part on the AIM products.
(2) DECC DIVISION
DECC, which was the Company's core operating unit for more than 20
years, designs, manufactures and markets electronic power conversion equipment
for military and commercial applications. DECC developed the AIM technology in
its mission critical power conditioning equipment sold to the military under
military specifications.
(i) PRODUCTS
DECC's products convert available power, which is often of poor
quality, into a form usable in sensitive electronic equipment for both
commercial and military applications. Among these products are DC to AC
Inverters, DC to DC Converters, Frequency Changers, switching mode high power
Amplifiers, Power Conditioners and AC to DC Power Supplies. Inverters are used
for a variety of purposes such as supplying commercial frequency power from a
battery of photovoltaic source. This inverter technology is also used in the
manufacture of Marine Frequency Converters which DECC supplies to the world's
mega-yacht market to enable world traveling yachts to take power from literally
any source and to utilize it in the form required by standard "ship power". To
meet high power output requirements, DECC pioneered and produces a so-called
"Class D" "switching mode amplifier" which has proved more efficient than the
traditional "Class A" and "Class B" amplifiers. DECC also produces AC to DC
power supplies which meet particularly difficult specifications. In addition,
DECC makes modular subassemblies for a variety of end uses. This has enabled the
Company to compete in commercial markets using modules previously developed for
military products. Such modularization also makes servicing easier and in some
cases makes it possible to increase the rating of a product in response to a
customer's changing needs.
(ii) MARKETING
To market its products, DECC employs in-house sales engineers and
outside commissioned representatives. A significant amount of DECC business
originates by way of Request for Bid or Request for Proposal because DECC is
known to the purchaser and in some cases is on a list of suppliers. The
customers for DECC
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products are generally large public companies or the United States government.
(iii) BACKLOG/INVENTORY
At December 31, 1995, DECC's backlog was approximately $500,000. DECC's
backlog has decreased over the years as a result of the military/defense
cutbacks. DECC is currently concentrating on commercial business development
application of its other numerous technologies, particularly in the areas of AIM
and Marine products.
(iv) DESIGN/MANUFACTURING
Almost all of DECC's products are designed by in-house engineers.
Production drawings are made and delivered to production control for manufacture
and assembly. DECC's manufacturing operations include fabricating of precision
sheet metal parts and assemblies, manufacturing transformers and reactors as
used in the final product, assembling components on printed circuit boards
designed in-house but fabricated by others, and assembling the various
subassemblies into a final assembly prior to test. Testing to the Company's or
the customer's specifications is also an important part of DECC manufacturing.
DECC is qualified to the highest military standards. Special assembly is done in
accordance with MIL-STD 2000 specifications in rooms that prevent electrostatic
discharge which can damage semiconductors.
In early first quarter of 1995, the DECC Division commenced
sub-contracting for the manufacture of its various products. However, DECC
continues to maintain its manufacturing plant at the Company's Van Nuy's
facility.
(v) COMPETITION
DECC's competition is diverse, and no single competitor dominates the
industry. In general, DECC's policy is to compete in markets where its technical
expertise is more important than price, and DECC attempts to keep its production
costs and prices at competitive levels.
(vi) PATENTS AND LICENSES
In addition to the patent pending relating to the AIM filter, DECC
follows a policy of seeking patent protection in the United States and in
certain foreign countries for selected products and processes.
(vii) RESEARCH/DEVELOPMENT
DECC performed technical work for the AIM filter.
(viii) EMPLOYEES
On December 31, 1995, DECC had 10 employees.
D. CONSUMER LIGHTING PRODUCTS
During the three preceeding years, the Company consolidated its
financial reporting with Tri-Lite, Inc. (Tri-Lite), a majority owned subsidiary
specializing in lighting fixtures designing, sourcing, manufacturing and
marketing, electrical energy management, involving auditing, retrofitting,
maintaining and managing lighting in order to reduce energy consumption used for
lighting of industrial and commercial buildings.
On December 31, 1995, the Company owned less than 50% of Tri-Lite, and
on February 26, 1996, Tri-Lite filed for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the
Federal Bankruptcy Code in the Central District of California (Case No. SA 96-
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12049 JR). The Company's interest is currently carried as an investment on the
Company's books. SEE SUBSEQUENT EVENTS-FORMER MAJORITY OWNED SUBSIDIARY CARRIED
AS AN INVESTMENT.
E. FAULT TOLERANT COMPUTER
SENTINEL SYSTEMS, INC.
Helionetics owns 90% of the outstanding shares of Sentinel Systems,
Inc. ("Sentinel"), a Pennsylvania corporation. Sentinel is a development stage
company, and is developing its Sentry-E (TM) fault tolerant computer for
commercial application. The system is intended to provide an affordable,
continuous processing, error-free computing environment without any compromise
of industry standard compatibility. Sentinel Systems' management believes that
its product will be uniquely positioned, not only within the fault tolerant
market, but also in the general purpose computer market due to its ability to
simultaneously provide fault tolerance, data integrity, industry standard
compatibility and affordability.
Sentinel management believes, based on market analysis reports prepared
by several industry analysts, that the super server market alone has a potential
in excess of $50 billion with a Compound Average Growth Rate between 30% and 35%
per year. Sentinel's Sentry-E system is being designed and is expected to be
priced so as to compete as a high end server, departmental computer and midrange
computer in addition to competing in the super server market. Industry analysts
have assessed these market segments to be in the range of $35 billion to $50
billion.
(i) PRODUCTS
Sentinel is nearing completion of its extensive research and
development phase, and management anticipates a product with a wide range of
applications for use within the general computer telecommunications and data
communications industries. Sentinel had no sales in 1995. Sentinel's product,
the Sentry-E, is a real time, fault tolerant, industry compatible computer. This
computer is capable of functioning as either a super server or a
multi-user/multi-tasking midrange computer.
Although Sentinel had very limited technical and financial resources
during 1995, a core group of four extremely dedicated engineers completed the
validation of the Sentry system's compatibility with Industry Standard hardware
and software using the MSDOS, Windows 3.1 and Unix operating systems. In
addition, Sentinel verified and demonstrated the system's capability to tolerate
multiple simultaneous faults in real time, completing the validation of the
Sentinel's proprietary synchronization, fault detection, fault isolation, and
recovery capabilities. At the present time, Sentinel's technology is
sufficiently mature to permit management to initiate production line prototype.
During late January 1996, Sentinel commenced its validation of the
Sentry system as a multiple user/multiple task centralized processor (midrange
computer) and as an internet/intranet Web Server using the Unix operating
system. Currently, Sentinel can demonstrate the use of the Sentry system in a
real time fault tolerant mode as a multiple user/multiple tasking midrange
computer, a real time fault tolerant server as well as the simultaneous
operation as both a multiple user/multiple tasking computer and server. As an
internet/intranet World Wide Web Server, the Sentry system executes all required
functions such as TCP/IP including Synchronous Link (slip), Point to Point
(ppp), and Remote Terminal (rt), E-Mail, FTCP (File Transfer Control Protocol),
and various other Web Server functions.
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Presently, all efforts are directed at testing and verifying Sentinel's
proprietary software under a Unix environment with a limited number of software
modules to be tested in a fault tolerant environment; however, all software
modules have been tested and verified in non-fault tolerant modes. The
validation effort of the Sentry system configured as an Internet Web Server is
anticipated to be completed during the third quarter 1996.
Concurrent with the software effort, hardware schematics are being
updated and critical production-oriented design reviews conducted so that
production hardware can be rapidly pursued once and if additional capital is
obtained.
Subject to the timely availability of working capital, Sentinel
anticipates that it will be in a position to produce a limited number of system
during the later part of 1996. These systems will be deployed as Beta test units
to selected customers who have agreed to evaluate the systems for use in various
applications. At the present time, all applications are oriented to deploy the
Sentry system as a data communications server or processor with the primary
emphasis on distributed processing.
The products of Sentinel will service the general vertical markets with
Sentinel directly focusing on the data communication segments of the
Telecommunication Industry and, in particular, the Internet.
(ii) MARKETING
Sentinel plans to setup and use a small, highly focused direct sales
force to market its systems within the telecommunications and banking/finance
industries. This sales force would be augmented when necessary with strategic
systems integrators and software solution providers. The remaining vertical
industries would be marketed using system integrators which have an established
market presence in a specific vertical industry. Sentinel has established a
relationship with several systems integrators of which one is located in Europe
and they are awaiting receipt of initial evaluation units.
Significant delays have been incurred in the market launch of the
Sentry computer and the actual launch remains dependent upon Sentinel obtaining
additional working capital.
At the present time, several companies are interested in purchasing or
evaluating the Sentry-E system for their strategic data communications
applications; however, many of these companies are cautious of being the initial
company to deploy a revolutionary, unproven computer from an unproven company.
Given this environment, Sentinel management hopes to validate both the product
and the technology by providing evaluation units to selected, potential
customers who are respective industry leaders to overcome these concerns. The
primary focus for Sentinel Systems during the remainder of 1996 will be the
production and deployment of at least 5 to 10 Sentry systems, given the timely
availability of adequate financial and technical resources (people).
(iii) BACKLOG/INVENTORY
Sentinel has no confirmed backlog as of March 31, 1996.
(iv) DESIGN/MANUFACTURING
Manufacturing to date has been limited to inhouse test models.
Sentinel has established relationships with several third party manufacturers
who are capable of providing the quantities, quality, and timeliness required
once the initial product introduction phase begins.
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(v) COMPETITION
Sentinel product will compete in the departmental and super server
markets which are extremely large and composed of major computer companies,
management expects Sentinel's product to have a unique market position, due to
its ability to provide real time fault tolerance, information integrity and
industry standard compatibility. These unique capabilities may provide Sentinel
competitors with significant technical barriers to entry. Although other
established fault tolerant computer manufacturers (Tandem and Stratus) and
providers are well capitalized, Sentinel's management believes that its
product's ability to provide full fault tolerance and ensured information
integrity coupled with industry standard hardware and software compatibility
will provide Sentinel with a unique advantage. Even though these companies have
taken actions to reduce the entry level price of their fault tolerant offerings,
these offerings lack industry standard compatibility and have not approached the
entry level price of the Sentry-E system.
(vi) PATENTS/LICENSES
Sentinel follows a policy of seeking patent protection in the United
States and in foreign countries for selected technologies and products. At the
current time, Sentinel has isolated approximately twenty-one potential patents,
of which seven are now in process. The other 14 patent applications will be
submitted during 1996, subject to the availability of working capital. Sentinel
follows a policy of subsequent filings in Europe and the Far East. These
patents, encompass the unique real time fault tolerant architecture as well as
specific control and fault detection circuitry. However, there is no assurance
that all or any of these patents will be granted.
In addition, to maintain the proprietary nature of its fault tolerant
technologies, Sentinel had obtained one registered copyright and one trademark.
The copyright, which was granted in 1991 and extends for 75 years, is for the
fault tolerant structure and control of the computer hardware that enable fault
tolerance and data integrity to be realized without any loss of industry
standard hardware and/or software compatibility. The trademark which was granted
in 1992 and extends for 10 years and is renewable, is on a parallel processing
enhancement to an industry standard BIOS (Basic Input/Output System) which
permits an industry standard computer to function as a parallel processor
without any loss of industry standard.
Sentinel also has three registered trademarks to assist in the
promotion and sales of its major technology and products.
(vii) RESEARCH/DEVELOPMENT
Sentinel systems has had Sentry-E computer and its related technologies
under development for approximately ten years. This development has resulted in
demonstrable, pre-production and prototype units.
All of Sentinel's development efforts are currently aimed at
commercializing its Sentry-E computer.
(viii) EMPLOYEES
At the present time, Sentinel has 4 full-time employees. All personnel
staffing is governed by milestone accomplishments rather than timeframes.
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F. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS
FORMER MAJORITY OWNED SUBSIDIARIES ARE NOW CARRIED AS INVESTMENTS OR DIVIDENDED
OUT TO SHAREHOLDERS.
At the beginning of the Company's 1995 fiscal year, the Company owned
approximately 90% of KSW, Inc. and 35.6% of TriLite, Inc.
KSW, Inc. ("KSWI") provides heating, ventilation, air conditioning and
process piping systems for institutional, industrial, commercial, high rise
residential, and public works projects. In December 1995, all of the Company's
shares of KSWI were distributed to Helionetics shareholders as a stock dividend
on the basis of 1 share of KSWI common stock for each 12 Helionetics shares
owned; thereby making KSWI a separate and independent publicly-owned company.
TriLite, Inc. ("TriLite"), after sustaining a succession of losses in
1994 ($4,015,200) and 1995 ($8,378,000) despite replacement of its management
and attempted reorganization of its business, filed for protection under Chapter
11 of the Federal Bankruptcy Act in February 1996. At December 31, 1995,
Helionetics ownership in Tri-Lite had been reduced to less than 50% and
Helionetics had lost effective control of its operations in July 1995 as
demanded by Tri-Lite's lender. As a result, the Company has elected to carry its
continuing ownership in TriLite as an investment in unconsolidated subsidiary
for purposes of financial reporting in 1995, as contrasted with including
TriLite's results of operations with those of Helionetics on a consolidated
basis in prior years.
Tri-Lite filed for protection under Chapter 11, primarily because of
the decision by Star Bank of Cleveland, its primary lender, to roll up and then
terminate the Company's line of credit, thereby creating a liquidity crisis in
TriLite which impacted its opeations negatively.
In April, 1996, as a result of negotiations by TriLite's management as
debtor in possession, TriLite entered into a Stipulation and Settlement
Agreement with Star Bank, effective April 30, 1996, which provides, in part,
that TriLite will pay down the Star Bank loan at the rate of $150,000 per month,
with the entire unpaid balance all due and payable on December 15, 1996.
In July 1996, Helionetics joined as co-proponent with Tri-Lite to file
a Tri-Lite Plan of Reorganization in the Tri-Lite Chapter 11 proceeding. The
proposed Plan of Reorganization provides in part for:
1. Satisfaction of approximately $4,500,000 in creditors' claims by the
issuance of new shares of Helionetics Common Stock having an aggregate value as
of the Plan Confirmation Date, as measured by the closing price of Helionetics'
Common Stock, of $0.70 for each $1.00 of allowed claim held.
Of this $0.70 in Helionetics Common Stock, $0.30 or 43% of such shares
is proposed to be issued as soon as practical after the Confirmation Date to the
Creditors, and the balance is proposed to be subject to lockup provisions as
follows:
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
- 50 days after delivery 7.5%
- 140 days after delivery 15.0%
- 230 days after delivery 22.5%
- 320 days after delivery 55.0%
------
Total 100.0%
</TABLE>
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Under the Plan, Helionetics agrees to issue such additional shares of
Helionetics Common Stock to a Plan Designated Stockbroker for the benefit of
creditors, as might be required to be sold to assure net proceeds of not less
than $0.30 on the initial block of shares to creditors.
2. On the Effective Date, in consideration for dismissal of
intercompany litigation and waiver of Helionetics' $l,850,000 Allowed Secured
Claim against Tri-Lite, Tri-Lite is to transfer 100% of the Common Stock of the
SPL subsidiary to Helionetics.
3. Under the Plan, Helionetics is to contribute its AIM Energy
Division, and all proprietary rights to the AIM Filter to Tri-Lite.
4. Under the Plan, Helionetics is to be issued New Tri-Lite Common
Stock equal to 87.5% of the outstanding new Tri-Lite stock after Reorganization,
thereby re-establishing it as the parent of Tri-Lite. A part of the New Tri-Lite
Stock received may be set aside for transfer to Tri-Lite management, but
Helionetics expects to retain at least 85% thereof.
5. A hearing on the "adequacy" of the Plan Disclosure Statement has
been set for August 29, 1996 in the Bankruptcy Court. The Committee for the
Unsecured Creditors and their counsel have approved the proposed Plan in
principle. However, until confirmed by the Bankruptcy Court, there can be no
assurance as to either confirmation or the ultimate terms of the Plan. Further,
depending on the market price of Helionetics Common Stock at the time of
confirmation, the resulting block of Helionetics Common Shares to be issued
under the Plan could be substantial.
The Current TriLite management consists of Bernard B. Katz, Director
and Chairman of the Board; Chaim Markheim, Director and Chief Financial Officer;
E. Maxwell Malone, Director; and A. Alvin Katz, Chief Executive Officer.
Management is optimistic that TriLite's core business can be successfully
restructured, new sources of financing can be located, and that TriLite can
become a profitable publicly-owned company.
RECENT CONTRACTS AWARDED BY HELIONETICS\ACCULASE TO: HOSPITAL OF THE GOOD
SAMARITAN AND CORNELL MEDICAL CENTER.
Acculase awarded in July 1996 a research grant to The Heart Institute
at the Hospital of the Good Samaritan to conduct a study of reperfusion effects
in an ischemic animal model of the Acculase TMR system. The goal of TMR is to
reperfuse ischemic (oxygen starved) tissue with fresh blood. There is no
accepted model or scientific understanding on the mechanisms of TMR reperfusion.
From an evaluation standpoint, it is not known what the "predictors" are that
would indicate the efficiency and appropriateness of a laser for conducting TMR.
Acculase believes that the two precursor events to reperfusion are patent
channels and neovascularization. Both of these have been shown to occur with the
Acculase excimer laser TMR procedure, and the purpose of this grant is to
determine if these precursor events (patency and neovascularization) are the
defining histological events leading to reperfusion. The research will be under
the direction of Peter Whittaker, PhD, the director of the Institues Laser
Laboratory. Dr. Whittaker will use Positron Emission Tomography (PET) scanning
technology to measure the reperfusion and conduct histological examination of
the patency and neovascularization in relation to the measured reperfusion. The
results of this research may help set new standards for evaluating the
appropriateness of different laser technologies for TMR.
In July 1996, Acculase entered into a joint research protocol with the
Cornell Medical Center to investigate the synergistic angiogenic effects of
excimer laser TMR and gene therapy. This procedure involves the use of
adnoviral mediated vascular endothelial growth factor (a DNA segment attached to
a non-reproducing virus) to promote patency of the TMR channels by stimulating
the body
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to create a channel lining similar to the walls of healthy vascular structures.
This investigation may have significant implications for the eventual use of the
Acculase TMR system. Whereas gene therapy alone has shown an ability to promote
angiogenesis in ischemic tissue, it does not provide the tissue with a new
source of collateral or intraventricular blood. And, whereas excimer laser TMR
channels promote both angiogenesis and a new source of blood, the long term
effects have not been established. With the combined therapies, the
establishment of long-term channel patency is enhanced by the endothelialization
of the channel walls, and the synergistic neovascularization of the two
therapies will enhance the ultimate deliver of the fresh intraventricular blood
from the channels to the starving or hibernating myocardial tissue.
Item 2. PROPERTIES
As of December 31, 1995, the Company and its subsidiaries leased the
following properties:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Space
Available Lease Rate Lease
Operation Location (SQ Ft) per Annum Expiration
- --------- -------- ------- --------- ----------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Corporate Offices and Van Nuys, CA. 19,000 $ 216,000 08/01/05
DECC Division (1)
Tri-Lite and
subsidiaries Santa Ana, CA. (2) 166,400(2) 482,700 08/31/97
Sentinel Systems Philadelphia, PA 500(3) 9,600 month to
month
Laser Photonics Orlando, FL (4) 28,000 262,000 see
below
Marinco Computer Herndon, VA 4,000 30,800 05/31/96
Products
Total 217,900 $1,001,100
</TABLE>
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(1) The facility is leased from Ms. Susan Barnes at rates comparable with
existing facilities in the area. No actual cash payments were made to
Ms. Barnes on the lease as of July 1996.
(2) Includes 128,800 sq. ft. of space in four buildings in Cleveland, Ohio,
primarily for NL Corporation, whose operation was discontinued by
TriLite in the first quarter of 1996; 14,500 sq. ft. for the Santa Ana
corporate office and warehouse; 11,000 sq. ft. of office and warehouse
in Philadelphia, PA.
(3) Sentinel temporarily operates in a 500 sq. ft. space and is currently
seeking a suitable locations for its operations
(4) Includes 12,000 sq. ft. of office and manufacturing space at Orlando,
Florida at $132,000 rental per annum; 10,600 sq. ft. of office and
manufacturing space in Andover, Massachusetts ($73,000 per annum) and
5,400 sq. ft. of office and laboratory space in San Diego for Acculase
($57,000 per annnum).
Item 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
In March 1995, an action was instituted by Bo B. Sramek and Hevka H.
Sramek against Helionetics and Bernard B. Katz in the Superior Court of
California, Central Orange County District (Case No. 743947) for shares of
Helionetics' common stock which Helionetics failed to deliver. In April 1996, an
amount of $2.4 million was awarded to the Srameks. An award is also made in
favor of Bernard B. Katz, as an individual, against the plaintiff. In connection
with Mr. Katz's award, Mr. Katz is contemplating an action against the plaintiff
and their
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counsel. Should Mr. Katz prevail on his contemplated action, any proceeds to be
awarded Mr. Katz less court costs will be contributed by Mr. Katz to
Helionetics.
Five class action lawsuits have been filed against Helionetics and
others, arising out of the trading halt in Helionetics stock in 1994. All but
the first filed complaint of Nancy Grodin, et al in U.S. District Court, (Case
No. SA 94-1069 LHM (EEx), was dismissed without prejudice, and the plaintiffs
have all proceed under the Grodin action. The company reached tentative
settlement agreement with the plaintiffs effective June 1995. However, the
company did not have the funds to pay the plaintiff's counsel onerous legal
fees, demanded by plaintiffs as part of the settlement. As a result, the
settlement was not instituted. Discovery cut-off is June 1996 with jury trial to
commence in early 1997. The company believes that an unfavorable judgement
against it, which could amount in millions, would severely affect the company's
solvency. While no assurance can be given, the company believes that when the
facts are known, it will prevail in the case. The company believes that it
adequately provided for this litigation in its 1995 financial statements.
In October 1995, Tri-Lite, Inc. filed a complaint in the U.S. District
Court for the Northern District of Ohio against the company for $2 million in
compensatory damages and $2 million in punitive damages for the alleged
repudiation and revocation of the company's guaranty of Tri-Lite's credit
facility with its senior lender, along with other cause of actions. The company
disputes all of Tri-Lite's claims. Due to Tri-Lite's chapter 11 bankruptcy
filing in February 1996, there is a stay on the case. The company will file a
counter suit against the Tri-Lite's officers and board of directors when the
stay is lifted. In its response to the complaint, the Company filed a
counter complaint against Star Bank in the US District Court, Northern District
of Ohio (Case No. 1:95CV2289) which case was transferred to the US Bankruptcy
Court, Central District of California in May 1996 (Case No. SA 96-1523JR). The
Company believes it has a meritorious case against Star Bank and will pursue the
case vigorously.
The Company in July 1995 filed a civil complaint in Superior Court of
Los Angeles County (Case No. BC 131 749) against U.S. Surgical Corporation and
others for over $2.5 million compensatory damages and unspecified punitive
damages. The defendants removed the case to the U.S. District Court for the
Central District of California under Case No. 95-5513 RAP (RNBx). The company
expects this to be a significant and protracted litigation. The company has
recently retained a Connecticut counsel and plans to vigorously pursue the
action. The case is currently in discovery.
Helionetics is currently in litigation in the case of Lawrence Fund, et
al. v. Helionetics, et al., in the United States District Court, Southern
District of New York (Case No. 95 Civ. 1005 RPP). After inquest, a judgement was
rendered in the amount of $612,045 in favor of Lawrence Fund, which judgement is
currently on appeal. Management is confident that Helionetics will be successful
on appeal and/or that the matter will be disposed on favorable terms.
Item 4. SUBMISSION OF MATTERS TO A VOTE OF SECURITY HOLDERS
On December 28, 1995, the company's stockholders approved the
following: (1) election of five directors to serve until the next annual
meeting; (2) ratify and approve appointment of outside accountants; and (3)
amend the articles of incorporation to effectuate a reorganization by way of a
10 for 1 reverse stock split of all outstanding common shares of the company.
ALL REFERENCES TO THE COMPANY'S SHARES OF COMMON STOCK IN THE
SUCCEEDING DISCUSSIONS, UNLESS OTHERWISE EXPLAINED, REFLECT THE 10 FOR 1 REVERSE
STOCK SPLIT.
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PART II
Item 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT'S COMMON EQUITY
The Company's new (reverse 10 for 1 stock split shares) common
stock commenced trading in April 1996 on the OTC Bulletin Board under the symbol
HLXC as a Non-designated security. The Company's old (pre 10 for 1 reverse stock
split) common shares, traded as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 High Low
<S> <C> <C>
1st quarter 1.00 0.50
2nd quarter 0.74 0.47
3rd quarter 0.75 0.26
4th quarter 0.56 0.18
<CAPTION>
1994
<S> <C> <C> <C>
1st quarter 6 1/4 3/4
2nd quarter 4 7/16 2 13/16
3rd quarter 3 11/16 2 1/2
4th quarter 1 13/16 1 5/8
</TABLE>
The Company has not paid a cash dividend on its common stock, and it is
not anticipated that the Company will pay any cash dividends on its common stock
in the foreseeable future. With respect to its common stock, the Company intends
to follow a policy of retaining any future earnings to reduce debt and provide
funds for the expansion of its business. There are restrictions upon the legal
ability of the Company to declare and pay dividends contained under California
corporation law, which restrictions permit a distribution of dividends if there
are sufficient retained earnings, or if certain current asset tests or earnings
tests are met.
In December 1995, the Company issued to its shareholders of record as
stock dividend, all (4,187,222 shares) of its KSW, Inc. common stock holdings.
At April 30, 1996 there were approximately 13,000 holders of the
Company's "new" common stock.
The Company, on February 28, 1996 (approved by shareholders on December
28, 1995), had a 10 for 1 reverse stock split that reduced its outstanding
common stock from 49,920,598 to 4,992,059 and increased its authorized common
stock to 10,000,000 shares.
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Item 6. SELECTED FINANCIAL DATA
The following tables summarize certain selected financial data
for the periods presented for the Company on a consolidated basis. The data for
the years ended December 31, 1995, 1994 and 1993 should be read in conjunction
with the more detailed audited statements for such years presented elsewhere
herein. The selected financial data set forth below is restated to reflect the
discontinuance of KSW, Inc. and Definicon in 1995 and 1992 respectively and the
10 for 1 reverse stock split.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 1994 1993 1992 1991
------------ ------------ ----------- ----------- -----------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Revenues $ 3,489,000 $ 30,901,000 $17,318,000 $12,112,000 $ 7,033,000
------------ ------------ ----------- ----------- -----------
Income(Loss):
Continuing operations (20,221,000) (22,699,000) (1,974,000) (2,865,000) (1,030,000)
Discontinued operations 849,000 1,149,000 2,290,000 (763,000) 1,048,000
Net income (loss) (19,372,000) (21,550,000) 316,000 (3,628,000) 18,000
Primary Earnings (loss) per share:
Continuing operations (5.28) (9.20) (1.35) (3.71) (2.28)
Discontinued operations 0.22 0.47 1.57 (0.88) 1.69
Net income(loss) (5.06) (8.73) 0.22 (4.59) (0.59)
Dividends per share -- -- -- -- --
Weighted average shares outstanding 3,844,000 2,468,000 1,457,000 866,300 618,336
BALANCE SHEET DATA
Total assets $ 7,349,000 $ 43,651,000 $34,388,000 $11,060,000 $ 9,798,000
Net liabilities of discontinued
operations -- -- -- 1,070,000 1,500,000
Long-term obligations 1,952,000 5,255,000 2,470,000 5,220,000 1,199,000
Total liabilities 17,455,000 32,830,000 19,552,000 12,048,000 10,931,000
Shareholders' Investment (deficit) (10,106,000) 10,821,000 14,836,000 (988,000) (1,133,000)
</TABLE>
"Weighted average shares of common stock outstanding for primary earnings (loss)
per share. No common stock equivalents are included in 1995, 1994, 1992, since
periods of net losses such items are anti-dilutive.
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Item 7. MANAGEMENT DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL
CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
The Company's overall financial condition during 1995 has changed
significantly as a result of the Company's decision to focus and devote its
resources to its Acculase laser technology. This strategy resulted in the
following actions: Spin-off of KSWI in December 1995 by distributing all of the
Company's holding to its shareholders; Acquisition of Laser Photonics, Inc.
(LPI) in May 1995 to assist Acculase in its manufacturing capabilities;
slow-down in the Sentinel Sentry-E system software development and reduction in
marketing and manufacturing of the AIM Filter. These actions together with the
filing for protection under Chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy code by Tri-Lite,
Inc. and the resultant write-off of the Company's investment in Tri-Lite has all
contributed to the significant decline in the Company's financial condition.
In December 1995, the shareholders of the Company approved a 10 for 1
reverse stock split of the Company's common stock which become effective in
February 1996 after approval by the Company's Board of Directors.
LIQUIDITY AND CAPITAL RESOURCES
At December 31, 1995, net working capital (deficit) stood at
($13,628,000) and stockholders' equity decreased to a deficit of $10,106,000.
Working capital at December 31, 1994 was $4,354,000 and stockholders' equity was
$10,821,000. The principal cause of the working capital and stockholders'deficit
was a result of certain one time events, including the spin-off of KSWI to
shareholders in December 1995 and the equity in the net loss and the write-off
of the investment in Tri-Lite. Additionally, an accrual of approximately $6.9
million was made in the fourth quarter of 1995 for litigations and judgements
received against the Company. While the Company believes that its current
ongoing operations are viable and is optimistic that it will dispose of the
litigations and judgements favorably, there is uncertainty as to its final
outcome and the ability of the Company to renegotiate and pay the obligations
and therefore place a substantial doubt about the ability of the Company to
continue on a going concern.
Liquidity during 1995 was provided primarily by loans from Ms. Susan
Barnes, the wife of the Chairman of the Board of Directors and from the proceeds
received from the sale of marketable securities (CardioDynamics International).
Cash was also provided by the receipt in December of a cash dividend of $495,000
from KSWI. Cash in excess of $1 million was used in 1995 for the acquisition of
LPI from a Chapter 11 proceedings. The funds required in the LPI acquisition
were obtained through a loan from Ms. Susan Barnes. During 1995, shares of the
Company's common stock totalling 2,129,813 shares were issued in payments for as
follows: 1,694,600 shares for $5,517,465 of debt to Ms. Susan Barnes; 435,213
shares for $1,523,246 in services rendered by various consultants and employees.
The Company also approved for issuance in 1996 shares totalling approximately
1,047,300 for additional services performed by consultans and employees and for
professional fees.
In 1996, the Company will continue to fund the Acculase laser programs
including the manufacture of excimer laser inventories for TMR application and
placement in the European market, on a limited basis, of excimer lasers either
for sale or for lease. Acculase had submitted an IDE application with FDA for
its laser in July, 1996 and anticipate to be in first phase of clinical testing
late in the year. These programs are estimated to require $1 million in cash
outlays.
The Company plans to provide limited resources for the marketing and
enhancement of the AIM filter in 1996. Increase in funding, through loans from
Ms. Barnes, is expected to be provided for Sentinel's Sentry-E system primarily
due to progress made in the development of a functional hardware for the
Sentry-E system and to complete the system's software development and, if
possible, to
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manufacture a limited number of units for beta testing. The Company was also
encouraged to further fund the Sentry-E system in 1996, in part, due to a
favorable report prepared by Dr. Douglas Blough, Ph.D. of the University of
California at Irvine. The Company is currently attempting to attract venture
partner(s) for its Sentry-E system.
Except for the Acculase laser technology, no major capital expenditure
is anticipated in 1996.
The Company will be funding its liquidity needs in 1996 as follows: LPI
liquidity needs will be provided through sale of LPI's common stock and\or
similar equity instruments. For the seven months of 1996, LPI raised
approximately $700,000 which LPI believes is adequate to fill their liquidity
needs for 1996. DECC and Marinco will be funded from their own internal
operations. The balance of the Company's operations (Sentinel and Acculase)
including corporate activities will be funded from sales of the Company's common
stock, issuance of shares of common stock to employees, consultants and
professionals for services, possible partnership with companies with similar
technologies and from loans from Ms. Susan Barnes. The Company is currently in
negotiation with several institution\investors for a possible private placement
of the Company's securities.
RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
As described above, the Company spun-off KSWI in December 1995 and Tri-
Lite's operations were negatively affected by events preceding its Chapter 11
filing. Additionally, the Company's investment at Tri-Lite was less than 50%
during most of the fourth quarter and lost effective control of the subsidiary
as required by Tri-Lite's bank, among others. The Company's results of
operations for 1995 reflected these events.
The Company reported a loss of $19 million in 1995 compared with $22
million loss it experienced in 1994. Included in the loss is a provision of
approximately $6.9 million in estimated and actual cost of the various
litigations against the Company. Included in this provision is a $2.4 million
judgement against the Company resulting from the Bo B. Sramek case (see Legal
Proceedings); approximately $400,000 representing the value of the Company's
common stock issued to the Company's unit holders and a former officer. The loss
also included a $6.6 million write down in the Company's investment in Tri-Lite
as a result of Tri-Lite's bankruptcy filing. Losses of $3.7 million totalled
from Acculase ($1.6 million), LPI ($1,3 million) and from Sentinel ($.8
million). A total of $659 thousand was expensed related to the KSWI spin-off.
For the six months ended June 1996, the Company will report a loss of
approximately $2.6 million and anticipate to report a loss for the whole year of
1996. These losses reflects the continued developmental efforts for the Acculase
excimer laser and the continued support of the commercialization efforts of
Sentinel's fault tolerant computer.
Net sales were $3.5 million in 1995 versus $30.9 million in 1994,
restated to reflect the loss of KSWI due to its spin-off to shareholders in
December 1995. The 1995 revenues exclude those of Tri-Lite due to the write off
of the Tri- Lite's investment. In 1994, Tri-Lite contributed $28 million in the
company's consolidated revenues. Sales in the power conversion group were
negatively affected by the lack of sufficient cash due to the Company's decision
to focus its resources in the Acculase laser technology.
Net sales were $17.3 million in 1993 compared with $30.9 million in
1994. The increase in 1994 was primarily due to increase in Tri-Lite's revenues.
The increase in Tri-Lite's revenues reflected the acquisition of NL Industries
and SPL Corporation, which combined contributed approximately $12 million in
revenues. The balance of the increase was due to increase in the Trio business
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segment.
Selling, general and administrative expenses including research and
development expenses were $14.1 million, $30.1 million, and $9.2 million for
1995, 1994 and 1993, respectively. As a percent of revenues, these expenses were
404%, 97% and 53% for 1995, 1994 and 1993, respectively. Expenses in 1995
included $6.9 million accrual for litigations and judgements against the
Company, $659 thousands of expense relating to the KSWI distribution, and
approximately $400 thousands accrual for the abandonment of a company facility.
In 1994 and 1993, Tri-Lite contributed $10.3 million and $3.8 million,
respectively in these expenses. The increase in Tri-Lite's expenses in 1994 over
1993 represent the expenses of NL Industries and SPL both acquired in 1994. In
1994, non-recurring and unusual expenses totalling approximately $14.8 million
contributed to the increase in these expenses. These non-recurring and unusual
items included write-offs of deferred product cost ($6.1 million), write-off of
cost in excess of net assets of business acquired ($2.5 million), write-off of
AIM's public offering cost ($1.0 million), various write-offs of receivables and
claims and accruals for cost of litigations and others ($5.2 million).
SEASONALITY AND EFFECT OF INFLATION. The Company's business is not
subject to seasonal changes due to the high-technology nature of its products.
The Company always consider inflation factors in its pricing strategy and do not
consider price changes to have a material effect in its pricing.
Item 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND
FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE
The Company's independent public accountants, Corbin & Wertz,
notified the Company on February 16, 1996, that they were resigning from their
engagement with the Company. Corbin & Wertz's report on the Company's financial
statements for the year ended December 31, 1994 contained no adverse or
disclaimer of opinion, nor was such report qualified or modified. The
accountants did include two paragraphs in their report one expressing
uncertainty as to the outcome and effect of pending class actions against the
Company, and one addressing a prior period adjustment. Corbin & Wertz's report
on the 1993 financial statements contained an "except for" paragraph regarding
incorrect capitalization of certain costs. During the two most recent fiscal
years and subsequent interim period preceding the resignation of Corbin & Wertz,
there were no disagreements with said accountants on any matters of accounting
principles or practices, financial statement disclosure, or auditing scope or
procedure, which disagreements, if not resolved to the satisfaction of Corbin &
Wertz would have caused it to make reference to the subject matter of the
disagreements in connection with its report.
Effective March 6, 1996, the Company retained Hein + Associates LLP,
to act as its new independent public accountants.
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PART III
Item 10. DIRECTORS AND EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
The names and ages of the directors and executive officers of the
Company as of January 31, 1996 are as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Name Age Position Since
---- --- -------- -----
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Bernard B. Katz 65 Director, Chairman of the Board 1989
E. Maxwell Malone 59 Director, President and Chief 1990
Executive Officer
Chaim Markheim 51 Director, Vice President and 1991
Chief Operating Officer
Richard A. Sergo 52 Director, Chairman of the 1993
Executive Committee
Henry J. Suerth 50 Director 1989
</TABLE>
The directors shall serve until the next annual meeting of shareholders
or until their successors are elected.
Bernard B. Katz has been a director and Chairman of the Board of the
Company since October 1989. He previously served as a director of the Company
from April 1982 to March 1984, from January 1985 to May 1985, and also serves as
consultant to the Company. He was a proponent of the Plan of Reorganization.
Bernard B. Katz is also the spouse of Susan E. Barnes, a principal shareholder
of the Company who also was a proponent of the Plan. He is also President of K.
B. Equities, Inc., a Nevada corporation wholly owned by Ms. Barnes.
E. Maxwell Malone has served as a Director and President of the Company
since 1990 and from 1989 to 1993 served as Chairman of the Board and Treasurer
of TrueTech, Inc. Mr. Malone was a founder and, from its inception in August
1987, through June 1989, Chairman of the Board, President and Chief Executive
Officer of Bristol Research, a manufacturer of primary processing boards for
personal computers. From September 1985 to August 1987, Mr. Malone was Chief
Financial Officer of Goglanian Bakers, Inc., a wholesale bakery. Mr. Malone was
Chief Executive Officer of Studio Software, Inc. from March 1981 until August
1985. Prior to such time, Mr. Malone served as President of Pick Systems
Corporation and Pencor International Corp., two computer software firms. In 1968
he was a co-founder of Microdata Corporation, a company engaged in the
Manufacture of computer systems which was acquired by McDonnell Douglas
Corporation in 1978. Prior to 1968, Mr. Malone was a senior scientific
programmer for Lockheed Missiles & Space Corporation and Control Data
Corporation as well as an instructor of Applied Statistics at Southern Illinois
University.
Chaim Markheim has served as Director and Vice President since 1991,
From 1986 to 1991 he served as a business consultant to a diversified group of
small companies including Helionetics and Definicon. In 1986, Mr. Markheim
served as General Manager and Chief Financial Officer of Huntington Park Club
Operation, Ltd. In 1984 and 1985 Mr. Markheim was a business consultant to
Exxon, W. R. Grace, Owens-Illinois and Shell Chemicals and from 1982 to 1984 he
served as a controller for the Beverage Business Unit of Campbell Soup Company.
From 1976 to 1981 Mr. Markheim served in various financial positions with
Atlantic Richfield Company and prior to that time as Auditor for Coopers and
Lybrand and Seidman & Seidman. Mr. Markheim is a Certified Public Accountant in
the State of California.
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Richard A. Sergo has been a Director of the Company and Chairman of the
Executive Committee since October 1993. He has been the President and Chief
Executive Officer of the Sentinel Systems since 1980 and is the inventor of its
Sentry-E systems. He previously served as Chief Executive Officer, Sierra Vista
Technologies, Inc., Chief Operating Officer, Eagle Computer Inc., Director of
Product Development, Exxon Office Systems and Vice President of Operations,
Decision Data computer Corporation. During his twenty-(two years in the
electronics and computer industries, Mr. Sergo has also held marketing,
engineering and manufacturing positions with Aydin, Litton and General Electric
and has been responsible for generating fourteen patents, not including the
patents assigned to Sentinel Systems. He completed his under-graduate work in
Electrical Engineering at Purdue University.
Henry J. Suerth resigned as a director of Helionetics in January 1996.
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ITEM 11. EXECUTIVE COMPENSATION
The following table sets forth the annual compensation paid and accrued
by the Company during its last three fiscal years to the executive officers to
whom it paid in excess of $100,000 including cash and issuance of securities.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Long Term Compensation
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Annual Compensation Awards Payouts
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Other
Annual Restricted All Other
Compen- Stock (b) LTIP Compen-
sation Awards Options/ Payouts sation
Year Salary ($) ($) SARs(#) ($) ($)
(a) (g)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Chairman of 1995 180,000 (f) - - 50,000 - -
the Board 1994 180,000 (f) - - - - -
K.B. Equities 1993 180,000 - - - - -
(services of
Bernard Katz)
CEO 1995 150,000 - 50,000 - -
E. Maxwell 1994 150,000 12,000 (c) - - - -
Malone 1993 120,000 12,000 (c) - - - -
COO 1995 120,000 - - 50,000 - -
Chaim 1994 120,000 20,188 (d) - - - -
Markheim 1993 72,000 12,000 (c) - - - -
Director (1) 1994 120,000 - - - - -
A. Alvin Katz 1993 50,000 - - - - -
Director 1995 120,000 - - 50,000 -
Richard A. 1994 120,000 17,392 (d) - - - 114,500 (e)
Sergo* 1993 120,000 - - - - -
Director 1995 45,500 (h) - - - - -
Henry J. 1994 - - - - - -
Suerth 1993 - - - - - -
</TABLE>
- -----------------------------
(1) Alvin Katz resigned as a Director of Helionetics on January 10, 1995.
(a) No stock appreciation rights were granted.
(b) Represents option vested at December 31, 1995 under a three year option with
a similar vesting at the end of next year.
(c) Represents car allowance paid.
(d) Payment for 1994 and 1995 for lease of car.
(e) Bonus paid in 1994.
(f) Mr. Katz was paid a nominal amount in 1995 and 1994 for consulting and
expenses due to cash constraints, however, shares of common stock were
issued in 1995 partially for such services.
(g) Excludes reimbursement of certain expenses.
(h) Represents value of 130,000 shares of the Company's common stock for
services performed.
* Represents compensation received as the President and Chief Executive
Officer of Sentinel Systems, Inc.
Note: The Company has no employment agreements with the individuals mentioned
above although Messrs Sergo, Markheim and Katz have employment agreements with
Sentinel. However, Messrs. Markheim and Katz receive compensation only from
Helionetics.
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The following table sets forth the number of shares covered by
exercisable and unexercisable options held by such executives which were granted
after January 1,1996.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Option/SAR Grants in Last Fiscal Year
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Potential Realized Value at
Assumed Annual Rates of
Individual Stock Price Appreciation
Grants for Option Term(a)
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
% of Total
Options/SARs
Options/ Granted to Exercise
SARs Employees or Base
Granted in Fiscal Price Expiration
Name (#) Year ($/Sh) Date 5% ($) 10% ($)
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Chairman of
the Board
Bernard B.
Katz 150,000 20% 3.50 12/31/97 N/A N/A
CEO.
E. Maxwell
Malone 150,000 20% 3.50 12/31/97 N/A N/A
COO
Chaim
Markheim 150,000 20% 3.50 12/31/97 N/A N/A
Director
Richard
Sergo 150,000 20% 3.50 12/31/97 N/A N/A
Director (Acculase)
Raymond
Hartman 150,000 20% 3.50 12/31/97 N/A N/A
</TABLE>
- --------------------------------
(a) These amounts, based on assumed appreciation rates of 5% and 10% rates
prescribed by the Securities and Exchange Commission rules are not intended to
forecast possible future appreciation, if any, of the Company's stock price. The
closing price at January 1, 1996 of the Company's common stock is $0.16 per
share (or equal to $1.60 after the 10 for 1 reverse stock split). The options
above are post-split shares.
The following table sets forth the number of shares covered by
exercisable and unexercisable options held by such executives on January 1, 1996
and the aggregate gains that would have been realized had these options been
exercised on January 1, 1996, even though these options were not exercised, and
the unexercisable options could not have been exercised, on January 1, 1996. The
Company did not issue stock appreciation rights.
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<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Aggregated Option/SAR Exercises in Last Fiscal Year and FY-End Option/SAR Values
Number of Value of Unexercised
Securities Underlying In-The-Money
Unexercised Options/SAR's
Shares Acquired Options/SAR's at at Fiscal Year End (a)
Shares Acquired FY-End (#) ($)
On Exercise Value -----------------------------------------------------------------
Name # Realized ($)Exercisable Unexercisable Exercisable Unexercisable
--------------------------------------------- ------------- ----------- -------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
K. B. Equities - - 50,000 100,000 N/A N/A
(Bernard B. Katz)
E. Maxwell Malone - - 50,000 100,000 N/A N/A
Chaim Markheim - - 50,000 100,000 N/A N/A
Richard A. Sergo - - 50,000 100,000 N/A N/A
Raymond Hartman - - 50,000 100,000 N/A N/A
</TABLE>
- -----------------------------
(a) Market value of shares covered by in-the-money options on January 1, 1996,
less option exercise price. Options are in-the-money if the market value of the
shares covered thereby is greater than the option exercise price based on the
last trading day in 1995 of $0.16 per share (or equal to $1.60 per share after
the 10 for 1 reverse stock split).
Item 12. SECURITY OWNERSHIP OF CERTAIN BENEFICIAL OWNERS AND MANAGEMENT
The following table sets forth information regarding beneficial
ownership as of March 31, 1996, of the Company's common stock, by any person who
is known to the company to be the beneficial owner of more than 5% of the
Company's voting securities and by each director and by officers and directors
of the Company as a group, on the basis that all securities provided to be
issued under the Plan have in fact been issued.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Number Percentage
Name and Address of Shares of Class
------------ ----------
<S> <C> <C>
Susan E. Barnes 2,105,149(1) 37.6%
6849 Hayvenhurst*
Van Nuys, CA 91406
E. Maxwell Malone 106,954 (2) 1.9%
Chaim Markheim 80,763 (2) 1.4%
Richard A. Sergo 87,439 (2) 1.5%
All current directors and
officers as a group (3 persons) 275,156 4.9%
</TABLE>
* This address also applies to all persons listed.
(1) Includes 108,602 shares assuming conversion of Class C convertible preferred
stock. Mr. Bernard B. Katz, the Chairman of the Board, is the husband of Susan
Barnes and may be deemed her affiliate despite the fact that these shares are
held as her separate property. Bernard B. Katz disclaims any interest therein,
and Ms. Barnes declares that she is not an affiliate of the Company. Also
includes 296,144 shares for services rendered to the Company, and 50,000 shares
assuming options are exercised by Mr. Katz.
(2) Includes 35,047, 30,763, and 34,339 shares for services rendered by Mr.
Malone, Mr. Markheim and Mr. Sergo respectively. Also includes 50,000 shares
each assuming options are exercised by Mr. Malone, Markheim and Sergo.
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Item 13. CERTAIN RELATIONSHIPS AND RELATED TRANSACTIONS
A. During 1995, Susan Barnes personally loaned an aggregate of $4,653,321
to the company, including payment of costs and expenses on behalf of the company
for which she received secured debt. In 1995 a total of $5,517,465 of debt was
exchanged for a total of 1,694,600 shares of the company's common stock at 60%
of the market price (for $4,110,518 of debt) due to restrictions on
transferability of the stock and at market price (for $1,406,947 of debt) after
the company's successful negotiation with Ms. Barnes to accept market price.
Shares totalling 47,142 were issued in 1995 in payment of consulting by KB
Equities amounting to $165,000.
B. Ms. Barnes, as the principal shareholder of the company, received a
stock dividend of approximately 1,380,000 shares or 25% of KSW, Inc. distributed
by the company to its shareholders of record as of December 4, 1995. In
connection with the distribution, Ms. Barnes granted an irrevocable proxy of her
shares to Mr. Floyd Warkol, President and CEO of KSWI. No officers or directors
of Helionetics has any interest in KSWI after the distribution.
C. The Company leased from KB Equities, Inc. its present corporate
headquarter and DECC division facility for $216,000 per annum. No actual cash
payments were made to KB Equities since the inception of the lease in September
1995.
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PART IV
ITEM 14. EXHIBITS, FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES, AND REPORTS ON FORM 8-K
(A) The following documents are filed as part of this report:
1. Financial statements. The following Financial Statements,
together with the report of Hein + Associates LLP and Corbin
& Wertz, are included in this report:
Consolidated Balance Sheets - as of December 31, 1995 and 1994
Consolidated Statements of Operations - For the years ended
December 31, 1995, 1994, and 1993
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - For the years ended
December 31, 1995, 1994 and 1993
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements - For the years
ended December 31, 1995, 1994 and 1993
2. Additional Exhibits
(a) Certificate of Amendment to Articles of Incorporation
(incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2 to From 8K dated
February 16, 1996)
(b) Third Amended Plan of Reorganization and Disclosure Statement
of Laser Photonics, Inc. dated February 16, 1995 (incorporated
by reference to Exhibit 1 and 2 of Form 8K dated May 15,
1995).
(c) Subsidiaries:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
State of
Name Incorporation
---- -------------
<S> <C> <C>
Acculase, Inc. California
AIM Energy, Inc. California
Helio Computers, Inc. Nevada
Laser Photonics, Inc. Delaware
Marinco Computer
Products, Inc. Nevada
Sentinel Systems, Inc. Pennsylvania
Tri-Lite, Inc. Pennsylvania
</TABLE>
(d) Exhibit 27 -- Financial Data Schedule
(B) Reports on Form 8-K
None filed in the fourth quarter of 1995.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on
its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
HELIONETICS, INC.
date: October 15, 1996 /s/ E. Maxwell Malone
-----------------------
E. Maxwell Malone
Chief Executive Officer
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this
report has been duly signed below by the following persons on behalf of the
registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Signature Title Date
- --------- ----- ----
<S> <C> <C>
Chief Executive Officer
President
/s/ E. Maxwell Malone Director October 15, 1996
------------------------ (Principal Executive Officer) ----------------
E. Maxwell Malone
/s/ Adriano O. Cayetano Controller October 15, 1996
------------------------ (Principal Accounting Officer) ----------------
Adriano O. Cayetano
/s/ Chaim Markheim Vice President October 15, 1996
------------------------ Director ----------------
Chaim Markheim
/s/ Bernard B. Katz Chairman of the Board October 15, 1996
------------------------ ----------------
Bernard B. Katz
/s/ Richard Sergo Director October 15, 1996
------------------------ ----------------
Richard Sergo
</TABLE>
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INDEX TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
PAGE
----
<S> <C>
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT - HEIN+ASSOCIATES LLP .................................. F-2
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT - Corbin & Wertz ....................................... F-3
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS - December 31, 1995 and 1994 ............................ F-4
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS - For the Years Ended December 31, 1995,
1994 and 1993 .............................................................. F-6
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT) - For the Years Ended
December 31, 1995, 1994 and 1993 ........................................... F-8
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS - For the Years Ended December 31, 1995,
1994 and 1993 .............................................................. F-13
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS .......................................... F-18
</TABLE>
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INDEPENDENT AUDITOR'S REPORT
The Board of Directors
Helionetics, Inc.
Van Nuys, California
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheet of Helionetics, Inc.
(a California corporation) and subsidiaries as of December 31, 1995, and the
related consolidated statements of operations, stockholders' equity (deficit),
and cash flows for the year then ended. These consolidated financial statements
are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to
express an opinion on these consolidated financial statements based on our
audit.
We conducted our audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards.
Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable
assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material
misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting
the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes
assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by
management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation.
We believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present
fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Helionetics, Inc.
and subsidiaries as of December 31, 1995, and the results of their operations
and their cash flows for the year then ended in conformity with generally
accepted accounting principles.
The accompanying financial statements have been prepared assuming that
Helionetics, Inc. will continue as a going concern. As shown in the accompanying
financial statements, the Company reported a net loss for 1995 of $19,372,000,
and as of December 31, 1995 had a working capital deficit and a shareholders'
deficit of $13,628,000 and $10,106,000, respectively. A substantial portion of
the 1995 loss, and the related effect on the Company's December 31, 1995 balance
sheet, is attributable to certain one time events, including accruals for
possible litigation settlements of $6,946,000 as further discussed in Note 13,
the equity in the net loss and the write off of the balance of the Company's
investment in a subsidiary which filed Chapter 11 Bankruptcy protection in the
amount of $6,609,000, and the establishment of inventory and other reserves
amounting to $1,269,000. The Company believes that its current ongoing
operations are viable. However, the Company has significant accrued litigation
settlements, as well as other actual and contingent liabilities, which raise
substantial doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern.
Management's plans in regard to these matters are described in Note 3. The
financial statements do not include any adjustments relating to the
recoverability and classification of reported asset amounts or the amounts and
classification of liabilities that might result from the outcome of this
uncertainty.
/s/ Hein+Associates LLP
HEIN+ASSOCIATES LLP
Certified Public Accountants
Orange, California
May 24, 1996, except for Note 20
which is as of July 29, 1996
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS
To Helionetics, Inc.
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheet of Helionetics, Inc.
(a California corporation) and subsidiaries as of December 31, 1994 and the
related consolidated statements of operations, stockholders' equity and cash
flows for each of the years in the two-year period ended December 31, 1994.
These consolidated financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's
management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these consolidated
financial statements based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with generally accepted auditing
standards. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material
misstatement. An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting
the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. An audit also includes
assessing the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by
management, as well as evaluating the overall financial statement presentation.
We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
In our opinion, the consolidated financial statements referred to above present
fairly, in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of
Helionetics, Inc. and subsidiaries as of December 31, 1994 and the results of
their operations and their cash flows for each of the years in the two-year
period ended December 31, 1994 in conformity with generally accepted accounting
principles.
As discussed in Note 13, the Company is a defendant in class action lawsuits
seeking unspecified damages allegedly resulting from the purported violation of
federal securities laws. Although management believes that these actions are
without merit and intends to defend them vigorously, the ultimate outcome of
these actions cannot presently be determined. Accordingly, no provision for any
liability that may result from the resolution of these actions has been made in
the accompanying consolidated financial statements.
The accompanying consolidated financial statements for the year ended December
31, 1993 has been restated to expense certain deferred product costs that had
been previously capitalized by the Company but which, in our opinion, were not
recoverable and/or represented development costs. It was previously management's
opinion that such costs would be recoverable upon the consummation of initial
public offerings of certain subsidiaries of the Company. Had the offerings been
completed, the costs would have been recovered and our opinion would have been
modified to eliminate the qualification. However, the Company has been unable to
complete the offerings due to circumstances beyond its control (including the
delays by the American Stock Exchange in concluding an investigation of the
Company), and accordingly, has restated its 1993 consolidated financial
statements. The effect of the restatement of these deferred product costs was a
decrease to income from continuing operations totaling $1,315,000 for the year
ended December 31, 1993.
CORBIN & WERTZ
Irvine, California
April 14, 1995
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
DECEMBER 31,
---------------------
1995 1994
------ -------
<S> <C> <C>
ASSETS
CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents:
Unrestricted $ 96 $ 5,464
Restricted 93 -
Marketable securities, available for sale - 633
Accounts receivable, less allowance of $110 in 1995 and
$643 in 1994, respectively 428 5,512
Contracts receivable - 5,908
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on
uncompleted contracts - 446
Notes receivable from officers, less allowance of $446 - 40
in 1994
Inventories 960 8,174
Prepaid expenses and other 133 1,081
------ -------
Total current assets 1,710 27,258
------ -------
PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT, at cost:
Leasehold Improvements 232 1,345
Machinery and equipment 1,600 6,600
------ -------
1,832 7,945
Less - accumulated depreciation and amortization (796) (4,886)
------ -------
1,036 3,059
------ -------
OTHER ASSETS:
Patent costs, net 188 331
Excess of cost over net assets of acquired companies, net 4,351 11,367
Notes receivable and other 64 1,636
------ -------
Total other assets 4,603 13,334
------ -------
TOTAL ASSETS $7,349 $43,651
====== =======
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT)
CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Current portion of notes payable and long-term debt $1,093 $ 3,259
Current portion of notes and loans payable to related parties - 25
Accounts payable 4,165 14,813
Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on
uncompleted contracts - 754
Accrued liabilities 10,080 4,053
------ -------
Total current liabilities 15,338 22,904
------ -------
Notes payable and long-term debt, net of current portion 898 735
------ -------
Notes and loans payable to related parties, net of current portion
1,009 4,520
------ -------
Other long-term liabilities 45 -
-------
Minority interests 165 4,171
------ -------
Mandatorily redeemable common stock (15,000 shares at $33.30 - 500
------ -------
per share at December 31, 1994)
Total liabilities 17,455 32,830
------ -------
</TABLE>
(continued)
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
DECEMBER 31,
---------------------
1995 1994
------ -------
<S> <C> <C>
COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES (Notes 9 and 13)
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT):
Preferred stock, no par value; 2,000,000 shares authorized;
no shares issued or outstanding - -
Class A convertible preferred stock, no stated value; 150,000 shares
authorized; 51,000 issued and outstanding at December 31, 1995
and 1994 - -
Class B convertible preferred stock, no stated value; 150,000
shares authorized; 57,000 issued and outstanding at December
31, 1995 and 1994 - -
Class C convertible preferred stock; $3.50 stated value; 2,800,000
shares authorized; 304,000 and 333,000 shares issued and
outstanding at December 31, 1995 and 1994, respectively 692 793
Class D convertible preferred stock, $10.00 stated value;
100,000 shares authorized; no shares issued or outstanding - -
Class E convertible preferred stock, $10.00 stated value; 90,000
shares authorized; no shares issued or outstanding - -
Class F convertible preferred stock, no stated value; 2,800,000
shares authorized; 0 and 94,000 shares outstanding at December
31, 1995 and 1994, respectively - 206
Class G convertible preferred stock, no stated value; 9,000
shares authorized; no shares issued or outstanding - -
Class H convertible preferred stock; 1,150,000 shares
authorized; no shares issued or outstanding - -
Common stock, no par value; 10,000,000 shares authorized; 4,939,000
and 2,658,000 shares issued and outstanding at December 31,
1995 and 1994 78,571 70,292
Common stock subscribed ( 0 and 45,000 shares as of December 31, 1995
and 1994, respectively) - 555
Additional paid-in capital 2,674 2,674
Accumulated deficit (92,043) (63,699)
-------- --------
Total stockholders' equity (deficit) (10,106) 10,821
-------- --------
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT) $ 7,349 $ 43,651
======== ========
</TABLE>
See accompanying notes to these financial statements.
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31,
----------------------------------------
1995 1994 1993
-------- -------- --------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
REVENUES:
Contracts $ 908 $ 1,759 $ 3,014
Products and services 2,581 29,051 14,304
Management fees - 91 -
-------- -------- --------
Total revenues 3,489 30,901 17,318
-------- -------- --------
COSTS AND EXPENSES:
Contracts 2,181 1,995 1,820
Products and services 1,505 22,909 10,350
Selling, general and administrative 13,101 24,184 7,932
Research and development (including
purchased research and development) 1,017 5,938 1,315
Interest 251 365 432
-------- -------- --------
Total costs and expenses 18,055 55,391 21,849
-------- -------- --------
OTHER INCOME (EXPENSE):
Gain (loss) from settlement of payables - (10) 41
Gain (loss) on sale of marketable securities 52 (498) -
Gain arising from issuance by a subsidiary of
its own stock - 189 2,657
Loss on conversion to equity method - (71) (143)
Loss on less than 50% owned subsidiaries (6,609) - -
Interest Income 181 - -
Other, net 266 6 (54)
-------- -------- --------
Total other income (expense) (6,110) (384) 2,501
-------- -------- --------
Income (loss) before minority interest and income
taxes (20,676) (24,874) (2,030)
Minority interest in net losses of subsidiaries 455 2,223 64
-------- -------- --------
Loss from continuing operations before income
taxes
(20,221) (22,651) (1,966)
Income taxes - (48) (8)
-------- -------- --------
Loss from continuing operations (20,221) (22,699) (1,974)
-------- -------- --------
DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS:
Income from operations of discontinued
segment, net of income taxes of $155,
$395 and $30 849 1,149 1,354
Gain on disposal of discontinued operations - - 936
-------- -------- --------
Income from discontinued operations 849 1,149 2,290
-------- -------- --------
NET INCOME (LOSS) $(19,372) $(21,550) $ 316
======== ======== ========
</TABLE>
(continued)
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
(continued)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31,
----------------------------------
1995 1994 1993
------ ------ ------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
NET INCOME (LOSS) PER COMMON AND
EQUIVALENT SHARE:
Primary:
Loss from continuing operations $(5.28) $(9.20) $(1.35)
Income from discontinued operations .22 .47 1.57
------ ------ ------
Net income (loss) $(5.06) $(8.73) $ .22
====== ====== ======
Fully diluted:
Loss from continuing operations $(5.28) $(9.20) $(1.14)
Income from discontinued operations .22 .47 1.32
------ ------ ------
Net income (loss) $(5.06) $(8.73) $ .18
====== ====== ======
</TABLE>
See accompanying notes to these financial statements.
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<PAGE> 49
HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT)
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995, 1994 AND 1993
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
CONVERTIBLE PREFERRED STOCK
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
CLASS A CLASS B CLASS C CLASS F CLASS G
--------------- ---------------- ---------------- ---------------- ---------------
SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT
------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
BALANCES,
JANUARY 1, 1993 51,000 $ -- 71,000 $ -- 359,000 $ 885 832,000 $ 1,401 9,000 $ 880
Conversion of Class B
preferred stock -- -- (14,000) -- -- -- -- -- -- --
Conversion of Class C
preferred stock -- -- -- -- (18,000) (65) -- -- -- --
Exchange of outstanding
warrants -- -- -- -- -- -- 1,300,000 2,860 -- --
Conversion of Class F
preferred stock -- -- -- -- -- -- (1,755,000) (3,861) -- --
Repurchase and retirement of
Class F preferred stock -- -- -- -- -- -- (15,000) (43) -- --
Conversion of Glass G
preferred stock -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- (9,000) (880)
------ ------ ------- ------ ------- ------ ---------- ------- ------ ------
BALANCES,
DECEMBER 31, 1993 51,000 -- 57,000 -- 341,000 820 362,000 357 -- --
Conversion of Class C
preferred stock -- -- -- -- (8,000) (27) -- -- -- --
Exchange outstanding
warrants -- -- -- -- -- -- 84,000 184 -- --
Conversion of Class F
preferred stock -- -- -- -- -- -- (352,000) (335) -- --
------ ------ ------- ------ ------- ------ ---------- ------- ------ ------
</TABLE>
(continued)
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT)
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995, 1994 AND 1993
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
(continued)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Convertible Preferred Stock
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Class A Class B Class C Class F Class G
---------------- ---------------- ---------------- ---------------- ----------------
SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT SHARES AMOUNT
------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------ ------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
BALANCES,
December 31, 1994 51,000 - 57,000 - 333,000 793 94,000 206 - -
Conversion of Class C
preferred stock - - - - (29,000) (101) - - - -
Conversion of Class F
preferred stock - - - - - - (94,000) (206) - -
------ ------ ------ ------ ------- ----- ------ ------ ------ ------
BALANCES,
December 31, 1995 51,000 $ - 57,000 $ - 304,000 $ 692 - $ - - $ -
====== ====== ====== ====== ======= ===== ====== ====== ====== ======
</TABLE>
(continued)
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT)
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995, 1994 AND 1993
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
(continued)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
COMMON STOCK ADDITIONAL RETAINED
---------------------- PAID-IN EARNINGS
SHARES AMOUNT CAPITAL (DEFICIT)
------ ------ ------- --------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
BALANCES, JANUARY 1, 1993 1,090,000 $35,660 $3,024 (42,838)
Stock issued for business acquisitions 14,000 176 -- --
Issuance of stock for services 35,000 510 -- --
Offshore sale of common stock for cash,
net of offering costs (average price
of $18.50) 195,000 3,603 -- --
Offshore sale of common stock for
inventory, net of offering costs 101,000 3,791 -- --
Conversion of Class B preferred stock 14,000 48 -- --
Conversion of Class C preferred stock 2,000 65 -- --
Conversion of Class F preferred stock 176,000 3,861 -- --
Conversion of Class G preferred stock 29,000 880 -- --
Conversion of Class H preferred stock 100,000 1,700 -- --
Issuance of Helionetics units 59,000 508 -- --
Stock issued for investment in AccuLase 27,000 276 -- --
Dividend reversal on preferred stock -- -- -- 658
Net income as previously reported -- -- -- 1,774
Prior period adjustments -- -- -- (1,458)
--------- ------- ------ -------
</TABLE>
(continued)
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT)
FOR THE YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995, 1994 AND 1993
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
(continued)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
ADDITIONAL RETAINED
COMMON STOCK PAID-IN EARNINGS
SHARES AMOUNT CAPITAL DEFICIT
--------- ------ ---------- --------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
BALANCES, DECEMBER 31, 1993 1,842,000 51,078 3,024 (41,864)
Issuances of stock for acquisition of purchased
research and development 140,000 2,170 - -
Issuance of stock for services 23,000 406 - -
Offshore sales of common stock for cash, net of
offering costs (average price of $25.20) 571,000 14,393 - -
Conversion of Class C preferred stock 1,000 27 - -
Conversion of Class F preferred stock 35,000 335 - -
Issuance of stock to acquire equity securities
(excluding common stock to be issued of 41,000 shares) 8,000 128 - -
Issuance of common stock subscribed at December 31, 1993 36,000 1,721 - -
Issuance of common stock for legal settlement 1,000 16 - -
Issuance of common stock for cash 1,000 18 - -
Rescission of liability assumed by a shareholder - - (350) -
Dividends-in-kind - - - (285)
Net loss - - - (21,550)
--------- ------ ----- -------
</TABLE>
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY (DEFICIT)
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995, 1994 AND 1993
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
(continued)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
ADDITIONAL RETAINED
COMMON STOCK PAID-IN EARNINGS
SHARES AMOUNT CAPITAL DEFICIT
--------- ------ ---------- --------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
BALANCES, DECEMBER 31, 1994 2,658,000 70,292 2,674 (63,699)
Issuance of stock for accrued wages 171,000 600 - -
Issuance of stock for services 217,000 759 - -
Conversion of Class C preferred stock 3,000 101 - -
Conversion of Class F preferred stock 9,000 206 - -
Issuance of additional stock for Helionetics units 118,000 357 - -
Cancellation of mandatorily redeemable shares - 500 - -
Issuance of common stock for legal settlement 21,000 74 - -
Issuance of common stock for liability to shareholder 1,742,000 5,682 - -
Dividend of KSW, Inc. - - - (8,972)
Net loss - - - (19,372)
- - - -
--------- ------- ------ --------
BALANCES, DECEMBER 31, 1995 4,939,000 $78,571 $2,674 $(92,043)
========= ======= ====== ========
</TABLE>
See accompanying notes to these financial statements.
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995, 1994 AND 1993
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31,
-----------------------------------------
1995 1994 1993
---- ---- ----
<S> <C> <C> <C>
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net loss from continuing operations $(20,221) $(22,699) $(1,974)
-------- -------- -------
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in
operating activities of continuing operations:
Depreciation and amortization 1,187 1,228 654
Gain on change in carrying value of investment - (189) -
Write-off of assets 570 1,250 -
Purchased research and development - 2,170 -
Loss (gain) on settlement of payables - 10 (41)
Gain on sale of securities (52) 498 -
Loss of conversion of equity method - 71 143
Provision for losses on accounts receivable (65) 951 450
Provision for obsolete inventory 200 773 165
Stock issued for legal settlement 431 - -
Stock issued for services and settlement of 759 520 510
payables
Minority interest in losses by subsidiary (355) (2,223) (64)
Legal liability assumed by proponent 994 - -
Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of
effects of purchase of acquired companies:
Receivables 267 443 (2,213)
Inventories 599 (3,105) (1,835)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 31 (269) (181)
Accounts payable (69) 4,776 (334)
Payable to joint venture - - 1,110
Accrued liabilities 7,080 177 (512)
Deferred service income and other current
liabilities 61 (838) (88)
------ ------- ------
Net adjustments 11,638 6,243 (2,236)
------ ------- ------
Net cash used in continuing operations (8,583) (16,456) (4,210)
------ ------- ------
Net income (loss) from discontinued operations 849 1,149 2,290
Adjustments to reconcile net income (loss) to net cash
provided by (used in) discontinued operations:
Gain on disposition of discontinued operations - - (1,114)
Depreciation and amortization 383 545 128
Gain on settlement of payables - - 12
Provision for losses on accounts receivable - - -
Provision for income taxes (335) - -
Minority interest (100) - -
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable (2,681) 1,416 (1,353)
Accounts payable 2,997 543 1,176
------ ------- ------
Net cash provided by discontinued operations 1,113 3,653 1,139
------ ------- ------
Net cash used in operating activities (7,470) (12,803) (3,071)
------ ------- ------
</TABLE>
(continued)
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995, 1994 AND 1993
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
(continued)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31,
---------------------------------------
1995 1994 1993
---- ---- ----
<S> <C> <C> <C>
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Cash dividend from subsidiary 495 - -
Purchases of property and equipment (62) (827) (453)
Cash (paid) acquired in business acquisitions 16 228 (297)
Cash paid in connection with investment in AccuLase - - 756
Proceeds from sale of marketable securities 817 - -
Proceeds from sale of assets of discontinued operations - - (270)
Restricted cash (93) - -
Other assets (15) (1,377) (1,266)
Net liabilities from discontinued operations - - 19
- - -
Net cash provided by (used in) investing 1,158 (1,976) (1,511)
activities ----- ------ ------
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Proceeds from line of credit - 3,005 -
Proceeds from note payable and long-term debt 93 64 500
Proceeds from notes and loans payable to proponents
and shareholders, net 1,152 860 453
Principal payment on note and long-term debt (32) (4,642) (2,084)
Proceeds from note payable to related party - 4 -
Repurchase of mandatorily redeemable common stock - (1,000) -
Issuance of Class F convertible preferred stock, net - 184 -
Conversion of Class A and B preferred stock, net - - 48
Repurchase of Class F convertible preferred stock - - (43)
Proceeds from offshore and other sale of common stock,
net of offering costs - 15,711 5,939
Proceeds from sale of Helionetics unites, net - - 507
Decrease in subscriptions receivable - - -
Minority interest (269) 3,088 2,177
--- ----- -----
Net cash provided by financing activities 944 17,274 7,497
--- ------ -----
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH AND CASH
EQUIVALENTS (5,368) 2,495 2,915
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, beginning of period 5,464 2,969 54
----- ----- --
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS, end of period $ 96 $ 5,464 $ 2,969
=== ====== ======
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURES OF CASH FLOW
INFORMATION:
Interest paid $ 204 $ 608 $ 477
======= ======= =======
Taxes paid $ - $ 49 $ 5
======= ======= =======
</TABLE>
(continued)
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995 1994 AND 1993
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
(continued)
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NONCASH INVESTING
AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
1995
During the year ended December 31, 1995, the Company acquired a subsidiary
as descibed in Note 14. In conjunction with this acquisition, the aggregate
assets acquired and liabilities assumed are as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
<S> <C>
Fair value of the assets acquired, net of cash $ 4,136
Value of shares of subsidiary given as consideration (893)
Cash acquired in the acquisition, net 16
-----------
Liabilities assumed $ 3,259
===========
</TABLE>
During 1995, the Company transferred marketable securities to a related
party of $48 and reduced the note payable to related party.
During 1995, the Company acquired property through issuance of notes
payable to related parties of $201.
The Company converted Class C and Class F preferred shares into 3,000 and
9,000 shares of common stock amounting to $101 and $206, respectively.
The Company issued 118,000 shares of additional common stock for $357 for
Helionetics units.
The Company canceled 15,000 manditorily redeemable common shares for $500.
See Note 10 for noncash transactions relating to common stock issued for
services and accrued liabilities.
See Note 10 for noncash transactions relating to common stock subscribed.
See Note 10 for noncash transactions relating to the dividend in-kind.
See Note 8 for conversion of notes payable - related party to common stock.
(continued)
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995 1994 AND 1993
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
(continued)
1994
During the fiscal year ended December 31, 1994, the Company acquired
certain subsidiaries as described in Note 14. In conjunction with these
acquisitions, the aggregate assets acquired and liabilities assumed are as
follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
<S> <C>
Fair value of the assets acquired, net of cash $ 8,704
Value of shares of subsidiary given as consideration (1,275)
Fair value of receivable given as consideration (1,508)
Notes and other payables given as consideration (2,055)
Cash acquired in the acquisition, net 228
----------
Liabilities assumed $ 4,094
==========
</TABLE>
See Note 4 for noncash transactions relating to marketable securities
during 1994.
See Note 14 for noncash transactions relating to the modification of the
acquisition agreement with KSW, Inc.
During 1994, the Company acquired property through the issuance of capital
leases totaling $113.
The Company converted Class C and Class F preferred shares into 1,000 and
35,000 shares of common stock amounting to $27 and $335, respectively.
See Note 10 for noncash transactions relating to common stock subscribed.
See Note 10 for noncash transactions relating to the dividend in-kind.
(continued)
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEARS ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1995 1994 AND 1993
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
(continued)
1993
During the fiscal year ended December 31, 1993, the Company acquired
certain subsidiaries as described in Note 14. In conjunction with these
acquisitions, the aggregate assets acquired and liabilities assumed are as
follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
<S> <C>
Fair value of the assets acquired, net of cash $14,501
Value of shares given as consideration (3,898)
Fair value of receivable given as consideration (21)
Notes and other payables given as consideration (4,897)
Cash given in the acquisition, net (297)
-------
Liabilities assumed $ 5,388
=======
</TABLE>
During 1993, the Company incurred debt to proponents of $514 related to the
Company's investment in AccuLase. In addition, the Company issued 1,300,000
Class F preferred warrants and converted Class H preferred stock held by
the proponent into 100,000 shares of common in exchange for a decrease in
debt to proponent of $2,860 and $1,700, respectively.
The Company converted Class C, Class F and Class G preferred shares into
2,000, 176,000 and 29,000 shares of common stock amounting to $65, $3,861
and $880, respectively, during the year ended December 31, 1993.
The Company consummated an offshore sale of 33,000 shares of its common
stock in exchange for inventory which has not been received as of December
31, 1993 (see Note 10).
Debt of $110 was incurred during 1993 related to the acquisition of a claim
in bankruptcy.
The Company reduced common stock for offering costs of $444 which were
capitalized as of December 31, 1993.
SEE ACCOMPANYING NOTES TO THESE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS.
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<PAGE> 59
HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
1. DESCRIPTION OF COMPANY:
Helionetics, Inc. (the Company) was incorporated in 1970 and as of December
31, 1995 its continuing operations are comprised of:
Helionetics, Inc. - Through its divisions, DECC and CPP, designs,
manufactures and markets a broad line of electronic power conditioners;
Laser Photonics, Inc., a 75% owned subsidiary of the Company - Engaged in
the development, manufacture and marketing of laser systems and accessories
for medical and scientific applications. The Company purchased Laser
Photonics, Inc. (LPI) on May 22, 1995 in exchange for all of the Company's
common stock in Acculase, Inc., $1,000 cash, and $215 in expenses. LPI
emerged from Chapter 11 bankruptcy on May 22, 1995. Consistent with the
accounting for "Fresh Start" reporting, the previous accumulated deficit of
LPI was eliminated and it's capital structure was recast in conformity with
it's approved plan;
AccuLase, Inc., a 76.1% owned subsidiary of Laser Photonics, Inc. -
Recently completed the development of a laser for the health care industry.
Prior to December 1, 1994, the Company owned 7.4% of the outstanding common
stock of AccuLase, Inc. (Acculase), and accounted for such investment under
the cost method. Effective December 1, 1994, the Company purchased an
additional 68.7% of the outstanding common stock of AccuLase. The
investment in AccuLase and the consolidated results of operations for the
year ended December 31, 1993 and accumulated deficit as of December 31,
1993 were adjusted retroactively in a manner consistent with the accounting
for a step-by-step acquisition of a subsidiary. The consolidated results of
operations for December 31, 1993 were reduced by $143 and the accumulated
deficit as of December 31, 1993 was increased by $555. On May 22, 1995,
AccuLase was contributed to Laser Photonics, Inc. in accordance with the
purchase of LPI as described above;
Helio Computers, Inc., a 100% owned subsidiary of the Company - Designs,
manufactures and markets add-on computer products;
AIM Energy, Inc., a 100% owned subsidiary of the Company - Provides
electrical energy management for lighting of commercial buildings;
Sentinel Systems, Inc., a 90% owned subsidiary of the Company - Designs and
manufactures fault tolerant computers;
Marinco Computer Products, Inc., a 100% owned subsidiary of the Company -
Provides maintenance and services for personal computers;
KSW, Inc. - See Notes 14 and 15
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
Tri-Lite, Inc., an approximate 49% owned subsidiary of the Company -
Designs, sources, manufactures and markets lighting products for use in
new construction and remodeling of retail, commercial and residential
buildings. Effective February 26, 1996, Tri-Lite, Inc. (Tri-Lite) filed
for bankruptcy under
Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Act. As of the date of this report,
the courts have not approved a final plan of reorganization. As such,
the Company's investment and related intercompany balances in Tri-Lite
have been reduced to zero in the accompanying financial statements.
During 1994, Tri-Lite sold shares of its common stock to unrelated
parties thereby decreasing the Company's ownership of Tri-Lite from
62.7% as of January 1, 1994 to 35.6% as of December 31, 1994. At
December 31, 1994, it was determined by management that the Company
exercised significant financial control over Tri-Lite. Due to the
subsequent loss of financial control over Tri-Lite in July 1995 and the
bankruptcy filing previously disclosed, the Company changed its method
of accounting for their investment in Tri-Lite for 1995 from
consolidation to the equity method. The consolidated financial
statements of the Company as of December 31, 1994 and for the years then
ended have not been restated.
The summarized financial statement information of Tri-Lite, Inc. and
subsidiaries as of December 31, 1995 and for the year then ended that
follows has been prepared from the internal, unaudited, books and
records prepared by the management of Tri-Lite, Inc. In the opinion of
management of Tri-Lite and the Company, the summarized financial
information contain all adjustments necessary to present fairly
Tri-Lite's financial position and results of operations for the period
presented. However, due to Tri-Lite's Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Filing,
adjustments may be required which could be material to the financial
position and results of operations of Tri-Lite:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
DECEMBER 31, 1995
(UNAUDITED)
<S> <C>
Assets $10,186
=======
Liabilities $ 9,865
=======
Stockholders' Equity $ 321
=======
</TABLE>
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
DECEMBER 31, 1995
(UNAUDITED)
<S> <C>
Revenues $33,438
Cost of Sales 28,046
-------
Gross Profit 5,392
Selling General and Administrative Expense 13,937
Interest Expense 633
Net (Loss) $(9,178)
=======
</TABLE>
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
Prolite Lighting and Sign Maintenance, Inc. ("Prolite"), a 100% owned
subsidiary of Tri-Lite, Inc. - Provides electrical energy management
for lighting of industrial and commercial buildings. In early 1996,
Prolite commenced liquidation proceedings;
Self-Powered Lighting, Inc., a 100% owned subsidiary of Tri-Lite -
Manufactures and markets lighting products. Prior to January 1, 1994,
Self-Powered Lighting, Inc. (SPL) was a 100% owned subsidiary of the
Company. Effective January 1, 1994, the Company sold all of the
outstanding stock of SPL to Tri-Lite, Inc. in exchange for 550,000
shares of Tri-Lites, Inc.'s common stock valued at approximately $448
which was the historical cost of the net assets of SPL at December 31,
1993. Upon the Company's filing of an application with the American
Stock Exchange for the listing of the 550,000 shares, the American
Stock Exchange did not grant the Company approval to issue such shares
to the Parent. On August 3, 1994, the Company entered into an agreement
with the Parent to issue a $1,800 note payable in exchange for the
550,000 shares of the Company's common stock issued to acquire SPL. The
transfer of net assets was recorded at historical cost in a manner
similar to a pooling of interests. Due to the Chapter 11 filing by
Tri-Lite, Inc. on February 26, 1996, SPL was forced to file it's own
Chapter 11 Bankruptcy on March 22, 1996;
N. L. Corporation, a 100% owned subsidiary of Tri-Lite, Inc. -
Effective March 1, 1994, Tri-Lite, Inc. acquired all of the issued and
outstanding shares of N. L. Corporation, through a statutory tax free
reorganization. Under the terms of the acquisition agreement, Tri-Lite,
Inc. issued 300,000 shares of its common stock valued at approximately
$825 (based on fair market value of Tri-Lite's stock on March 1, 1994
discounted for trading restrictions) and agreed to issue up to 300,000
shares of contingent consideration, over a period of three years,
pursuant to an earnout formula based on pretax income in 1994 through
1996. In September, 1994, the terms of the agreement were modified to
require Tri-Lite to issued the 300,000 contingent common shares upon
the passage of time rather than on an earnout formula. The shares are
held in a joint escrow account and are to be released as follows:
150,000 shares on August 31, 1995 and 150,000 shares on February 28,
1997. These additional shares were valued at approximately $450 (based
on fair market value of Tri-Lite's stock on September 30, 1994
discounted for trading restrictions). The acquisition was accounted for
using the purchase method of accounting with the purchase price of
$1,275, plus acquisition costs of approximately $59, allocated among
the assets acquired and liabilities assumed on the basis of their
estimated fair values. The excess of approximately $1,509 of the
purchase price over the net assets assumed was allocated to goodwill.
During 1995, N.L. Corporation was merged into Tri-Lite, Inc. and
operated thereafter as a division of Tri-Lite. In early 1996, N.L.
Corporation - the division, ceased operations.
The Company operates in the following five segments (see Note 17):
PowerConditioning Products Group - through Helionetics and its DECC
and CPP divisions, and AIM Energy, Inc.;
Computer Add-On Products Group - through Sentinel Systems, Inc., Helio
Computers, Inc. and Marinco Computer Products, Inc.;
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
Consumer Lighting Group - through Tri-Lite, Inc. and its subsidiaries,
N. L. Corporation and Self-Powered Lighting, Inc.; and Prolite
Lighting and Sign Maintenance, Inc.;
Laser Systems and Accessories Group - through Laser Photonics, Inc.;
Health Care Group - through AccuLase, Inc.
2. SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES:
Principles of Consolidation - The accompanying consolidated financial
statements include the accounts of the Company and its majority-owned
subsidiaries. During 1995, the Company changed its method of accounting
for Tri-Lite, Inc. from consolidation to the equity method (see Note
1). In preparing these consolidated financial statements, all material
intercompany transactions and accounts have been eliminated.
Revenue Recognition - Contract revenues are recognized on the basis of
percentage of completion for contracts extending three or more months
and on the completed contract method on contracts with less than three
months of completion. Costs and estimated earnings on specific jobs in
excess of billings are treated as a current asset; billings in excess
of cost and estimate earnings are treated as a current liability.
Contract costs include all direct material and labor costs and those
indirect costs related to contract performance, such as depreciation,
indirect labor and supplies. Selling, general and administrative costs
are charged to expense as incurred. Provisions for estimated losses on
uncompleted contracts are made in the period in which such losses are
determined. Change-orders which may result in revisions to costs and
income are recognized in the period in which the revisions are
approved.
Government contract costs, including indirect costs, are subject to
audit and adjustment by negotiation between the Company and government
representatives. Indirect contract costs have been agreed upon through
1987. Contract revenues have been recorded at amounts which are
expected to be realized upon final settlement.
Claims on contracts are not recorded as income until it is probable
that the claim will result in additional contract revenue and the
amounts can be reasonably estimated.
Extended maintenance contracts are amortized over the life of the
contracts.
Revenues from the sale of lighting, computer, and laser products are
recognized upon shipment. The Company and its subsidiaries record a
provision for the effect of returned products at the time the units are
shipped.
Marketable Securities Available-For-Sale - In May 1993, the Financial
Accounting Standards Board issued Statement of Financial Accounting
Standards No. 115 (SFAS 115), "Accounting for Certain Investments in
Debt and Equity Securities." This statement is effective for fiscal
years beginning after
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
December 15, 1993 and addresses the accounting and reporting for
investments in equity securities which have readily determinable fair
values and all investments in debt securities. The Company adopted SFAS
115 effective January 1, 1994. The effect of the change was not
significant. The Company's marketable equity securities are classified
as available-for-sale under SFAS 115 and reported at fair value, with
changes in the unrealized holding gain or loss included in
stockholders' equity. The securities are classified as either current
or long-term assets based upon the intentions of management of the
Company as to whether such securities will be sold within the next
twelve months.
Inventories - Inventories are stated at the lower of cost (first-in,
first-out method) or estimated net realizable value. Costs include
direct material, direct labor and applicable manufacturing and
engineering overhead. Appropriate consideration is given to
deterioration, obsolescence and other factors in evaluating net
realizable value.
At December 31, 1995 and 1994, inventories consisted of the following:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 1994
---- ----
<S> <C> <C>
Raw Materials $582 $3,098
Work-in-process 310 970
Finished goods 68 4,106
---- ------
$960 $8,174
==== ======
</TABLE>
Property and Equipment - Property and equipment are recorded at cost.
Expenditures that materially increase the life of the asset are
capitalized. Ordinary maintenance and repairs are charged to expense as
incurred. When assets are sold or otherwise disposed of, the cost and
related accumulated depreciation are removed from the accounts, and any
resulting gain or loss, is included in operations.
Depreciation and amortization are provided over the estimated useful
life of the assets or the remaining terms of the leases, using
primarily the straight-line method. Estimated useful lives are as
follows:
Leasehold improvements 5 years or life of lease, whichever
is less
Machinery and equipment 3 to 12 years
Excess of Cost over Net Assets Acquired - Excess of cost over net
assets of acquired companies (goodwill) represents the excess of
purchase price over fair value of net assets acquired, and is amortized
on a straight-line basis over the expected periods to be benefitted.
The Company assesses the recoverability of the intangible asset by
determining whether the amortization of the goodwill balance over its
remaining life can be recovered through projected undiscounted cash
flows. The amount of goodwill impairment, if any, is measured based on
projected undiscounted cash flows and charged to operations in the
period in which goodwill impairment is determined by management.
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
Goodwill has been amortized on a straight-line basis over the following
periods:
Marinco Computer Products, Inc. 10 years
Laser Photonics 5 years
AccuLase, Inc. 5 years
As of December 31, 1995 and 1994, no impairment of goodwill was
determined by management.
Amortization expense of goodwill for the years ended December 31, 1995,
1994 and 1993 amounted to $541, $867, and $312, respectively. At
December 31, 1995 and 1994, accumulated amortization amounted to $858
and $700, respectively.
Patent Costs - Patent costs are amortized on a straight-line basis over
the shorter of the estimated periods to be benefitted or the term of
the patent. Amortization expense of patent costs for the years ended
December 31, 1995, 1994 and 1993 amounted to approximately $52, $32 and
$20 respectively. Accumulated amortization at December 31, 1995 and
1994, amounted to approximately $49 and $111, respectively.
Research and Development Costs - Research and development costs
incurred with respect to specific contracts are charged to the related
project and relieved from inventories in the same manner as other
project costs. Company-funded research and development costs are
expensed as incurred. In 1995, 1994 and 1993, such costs totaled
$1,017, $3,768 and $1,315, respectively.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets - In the event that facts and
circumstances indicate that the cost of assets may be impaired, an
evaluation of recoverability would be performed. If an evaluation is
required, the estimated future undiscounted cash flows associated with
the asset would be compared to the asset's carrying amount to determine
if a write-down to market value or discounted cash flow is required.
Income Taxes - The Company accounts for income taxes under the
Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 109, "Accounting for
Income Taxes." Under Statement 109, the liability method is used in
accounting for income taxes. Under this method, deferred tax assets and
liabilities are determined based on differences between financial
reporting and tax bases of assets and liabilities and are measured
using the enacted tax rates and laws that will be in effect when the
differences are expected to reverse.
Statements of Cash Flows - The Company has selected the "indirect
method" of presentation for reporting cash flows and defines cash and
cash equivalents to include cash on hand and cash invested in
short-term securities with original maturities of three months or less.
Common Stock Issued For Services - The common stock issued for services
is valued at their fair value determined based on the trading value of
the Company's common stock discounted for trading restrictions related
to saleability and marketability. Generally, the discount ranges from
50% to 60% of the trading value.
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
Net Income (Loss) Per Share - In December 1995, the shareholders of the
Company approved a 1 for 10 reverse stock split of the Company's common
stock. Such change was approved by the Company's Board of Directors,
and therefore became effective in February 1996. All reference to share
data in these financial statements have been retroactively adjusted for
such split.
Net income (loss) per share represents the per share income or loss
applicable to common shareholders. The net loss for 1995 and 1994 and
the net income for 1993 were adjusted for the dividends to preferred
shareholders. Common stock equivalents were not included in the
calculations for all the years presented as their effect would be
antidilutive.
The weighted average shares used in calculating net income (loss) per
share are as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 1994 1993
---- ---- ----
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Primary earnings 3,844,000 2,468,000 1,457,000
========= ========= =========
Fully diluted 3,844,000 2,468,000 1,739,000
========= ========= =========
</TABLE>
Impact of Recently Issued Standards - In October 1995, the Financial
Accounting Standards Board issued a new statement titled "Accounting
for Stock-Based Compensation" (FAS 123). The new statement is effective
for fiscal years beginning after December 15, 1995. FAS 123 encourages,
but does not require, companies to recognize compensation expense for
grants of stock, stock options, and other equity instruments to
employees based on fair value. Companies that do not adopt the fair
value accounting rules must disclose the impact of adopting the new
method in the notes to the financial statements. Transactions in equity
instruments with non-employees for goods or services must be accounted
for on the fair value method. The Company currently does not intend to
adopt the fair value accounting prescribed by FAS 123, and will be
subject only to the disclosure requirements prescribed by FAS 123.
However, the Company intends to continue its analysis of FAS 123 and
may elect to adopt its provisions in the future.
Accrued Warranty Costs - Estimated warranty costs are provided for at
the time of sale of the warranted product. The Company generally
extends warranty coverage for one year from the time of sale, however,
only on Laser System and Accessories Group, and Health Care Group,
products.
Concentrations of Credit Risk - Credit Risk represents the accounting
loss that would be recognized at the reporting date if counterparties
failed completely to perform as contracted. Concentrations of credit
risk (whether on or off balance sheet) that arise from financial
instruments exist for groups of customers or groups counterparties when
they have similar economic characteristics that would cause their
ability to meet contractual obligations to be similarly effected by
changes in economic or other conditions described below. In accordance
with FASB Statement No. 105, Disclosure of Information about Financial
Instruments with Off-Balance-Sheet Risk and Financial Instruments with
Concentrations of Credit Risk, the credit risk amounts shown do not
take into account the value of any collateral or security.
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollars in thousands except share and per share data)
Fair Value of Financial Instruments - The estimated fair values for
financial instruments under SFAS No. 107, Disclosures about Fair Value
of Financial Instruments, are determined at discrete points in time
based on relevant market information. These estimates involve
uncertainties and cannot be determined with precision. The estimated
fair values of the Company's financial instruments, which includes all
cash, accounts receivables, accounts payable, long-term debt, and other
debt, approximates the carrying value in the consolidated financial
statements at December 31, 1995.
Use of Estimates - The preparation of the Company's consolidated
financial statements in conformity with generally accepted accounting
principles requires the Company's management to make estimates and
assumptions that affect the amounts reported in these financial
statements and accompanying notes.
Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Reclassifications and Restatements - Certain account reclassifications
have been made to the 1994 and 1993 balances to conform to the 1995
presentation. The reclassifications had no effect on net income.
3. BASIS OF PRESENTATION:
As shown in the accompanying consolidated financial statements, the
Company reported a net loss for the year ended December 31, 1995 of
$19,372. Additionally, at December 31, 1995, the Company has a $13,628
deficit in working capital (the difference between current assets and
current liabilities) and a $10,106 deficit in stockholders' equity.
A substantial portion of the 1995 loss, and the related effect on the
Company's December 31, 1995 balance sheet, is attributable to certain
one time events, including accruals for possible litigation settlements
of $6,946,000, the equity in the net loss and write off of the balance
of the Company's investment in a subsidiary which filed Chapter 11
Bankruptcy protection in the amount of $6,609,000, and the
establishment of inventory and other reserves amounting to $1,269,000.
The Company believes that its current ongoing operations are viable.
Additionally, the Company believes that it has access to additional
debt financing to augment operating cash flow, if necessary, to
continue its business operations. However, if the accrued litigation
settlements, as well as other actual and contingent liabilities can not
be renegotiated and must be paid by the Company in cash, substantial
doubt about the Company's ability to continue as a going concern
exists. In that regard, management plans to enter into negotiations in
the near future with the intent of obtaining a compromise as to the
total amount due, or alternatively, attempt to settle such debt through
the issuance of additional securities. As an alternative, the Company
may be forced to attempt a sale of its own equity securities or those
of some or all of its subsidiaries, to raise additional cash. No
assurance can be given as to the likelihood of the Company being able
to favorably consummate these proposed negotiations or the sale of
equity securities. The financial statements do not include any
adjustments relating to the recoverability and classification of
reported asset amounts or the amounts and classification of liabilities
that might result from the outcome of this uncertainty.
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
4. MARKETABLE SECURITIES:
The Company had marketable securities, held at cost of approximately
$784 or $4.54 per share, of California Jamar at December 31, 1991.
Approximately 81,000 shares were sold in early 1992 at an average price
of $10.50 per share or $832 net of commissions. The remaining shares of
Jamar stock were assigned by the Company to Ms. Barnes effective
September 30,1992 as a reduction of her loan to the Company at a value
of $6.00 per share, which is the fair market value on the day of the
transfer. Ms. Barnes is a proponent (see Note 8) and major shareholder
of the Company. Ms. Barnes is also the wife of Bernard B. Katz, the
Chairman of the Board. During 1994, this transaction was rescinded and
the loan to Ms. Barnes was increased by $546. The fair value of these
securities at December 31, 1994 was $48. The Company considered the
impairment other than temporary, and accordingly, the write-down has
been charged to operations in the accompanying consolidated statement
of operations. During 1995, the Company disposed of all of their
marketable securities.
During 1994, the Company purchased 2,665,833 shares of common stock of
CDIC, an unrelated entity, for 41,000 shares of the Company's common
stock, of which 33,000 shares were never issued. The Company sold its
shares of CDIC in 1995 for $669. Shortly thereafter, a lawsuit was
filed against the Company, and during 1996, the Company received a
judgement against them for $2,403 for payment of the originally
purchased shares which is recorded in accrued liabilities as of
December 31, 1995.
5. COSTS AND ESTIMATED EARNINGS IN EXCESS OF BILLINGS ON UNCOMPLETED
CONTRACTS:
Net costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on uncompleted
contracts relate to the operations of KSW, Inc., and consist of the
following at December 31:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 1994
---- ----
<S> <C> <C>
Net costs and estimated earnings on completed and
uncompleted contracts $ -- $ 38,956
Billings to date $ -- (39,264)
----- --------
$ -- $ (308)
===== ========
</TABLE>
These amounts are shown in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets
under the following captions:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 1994
---- ----
<S> <C> <C>
Costs and estimated earnings in excess of billings on
uncompleted contracts $ -- $ 446
===== =====
Billings in excess of costs and estimated earnings on
uncompleted contracts $ -- $(754)
===== =====
</TABLE>
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
6. ACCRUED LIABILITIES:
Accrued liabilities as of December 31, 1995 and 1994
consist of the following:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 1994
---- ----
<S> <C> <C>
Accrued payroll and taxes $ 1,564 $1,612
Accrued litigation settlements 6,500 --
Rent 781 --
Other 1,235 2,441
------- ------
$10,080 $4,053
======= ======
</TABLE>
7. NOTES PAYABLE AND LONG-TERM DEBT:
Notes payable and long-term debt at December 31, 1995 and 1994 were as
follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 1994
---- ----
<S> <C> <C>
Convertible secured promissory notes $ 500 $ --
Line of Credit - Tri-Lite, Inc. -- 3,005
Convertible unsecured note payable bearing interest at
6%, with interest payable quarterly beginning March
31, 1994 and principal and remaining accrued interest
due on December 31, 1996 (see Note 14). 400 400
Note payable - directors and unsecured creditors, interest at
prime rate, ( 8.5% at December 31, 1995), quarterly
interest only payments beginning October 1, 1995,
principal due October 1, 1999, unsecured. 448 --
Note payable - U.S. Treasury, interest 9%, payable in
monthly principal and interest installments of $5,000
through December 1999, unsecured. 202 --
Note payable bearing interest at prime plus 1% (7% at
December 31, 1993), with interest and principal due
November 1, 1994, collateralized by accounts
receivable of Self-Powered Lighting, Inc. -- 83
Priority tax payable quarterly with interest ranging from
10% to 14% per annum 58 53
Other notes payable - bearing interest ranging from 7.5%
to 10%, due in varying installments through January,
2001, collateralized by miscellaneous personal property
of the Company 383 453
------ ------
</TABLE>
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
<TABLE>
<S> <C> <C>
1,991 3,994
Less current portion (1,093) (3,259)
------- -------
$ 898 $ 735
======= =======
</TABLE>
The Line of credit of Tri-Lite, Inc. with a commercial bank of up to
$4,000 was based on 75% of eligible accounts receivable, interest at
Prime +.75%, (9.25% at December 31, 1994) collateralized by
substantially all of the assets of Tri-Lite, Inc. (See Note 9).
In July and November 1995, Laser Photonics, Inc. sold an aggregate of
$500 in six month convertible, secured notes in a private transaction
to four offshore corporations. The notes bear interest at 12% per
annum, with principal and interest all due and payable on maturity. The
notes are collateralized by the corporate guarantee of the Company,
coupled with a pledge of 300,000 shares of Tri-Lite, Inc. stock and
500,000 shares of Laser Photonics, Inc. common stock held by the
Company. The notes provide that the holders may convert into an
aggregate of 512,500 shares of the common stock of Laser Photonics,
Inc., at a conversion price of $0.96 per share. In January and April
1996, the notes were converted to shares of common stock of Laser
Photonics, Inc.
The principal payments on notes payable and long-term debt as of
December 31, 1995 are approximately as follows (in thousands):
<TABLE>
<S> <C> <C>
1996 $1,093
1997 142
1998 151
1999 567
2000 38
------
$1,991
======
</TABLE>
8. NOTES AND LOANS PAYABLE TO RELATED PARTIES:
On July 31, 1986, the Company filed a petition for reorganization under
Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy court for the Central
District of California. On February 17, 1989, an order confirming the
Plan was granted. On March 15, 1989 (Effective Date), all prior liens
on property and other assets and all other commitments and debts were
canceled. The proponents of the Plan were Bernard B. Katz, George de B.
Bell, Susan E. Barnes and Charles W. Jobbins.
As consideration for Susan E. Barnes (wife of Bernie Katz) agreement to
advance $300 to reduce the balance due on certain loans and for the
agreement to extend additional credit to the Company of up to an
aggregate of $1,500, (including $300 referred to above) the Company
agreed to assign Ms. Barnes a certain patent and the shares of common
stock of California Jamar Inc. (Jamar Shares) owned by the Company as
security for the repayment to Ms. Barnes of these advances to the
Company. The $300 advance and future advances are evidenced by a
secured demand promissory note bearing interest at
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
the rate of 10.5 percent annum. At December 31, 1995, Ms. Barnes agreed
to extend the due date of her loan until May of 1996. Additionally, Ms.
Barnes has agreed not to call such loans until after January 1, 1997.
During 1995, notes and loans totalling of $5,682 payable to Ms. Barnes
were extinguished through the issuance of common stock in the Company.
The common stock issued was valued at its fair value determined based
on the trading value of the Company's common stock for $1,572 of such
loans, and was discounted by 60% for trading restrictions related to
saleability and marketability for the remainder of $4,110 of such
loans. All debt to common stock conversions, including the conversion
prices, were approved by the Company's Board of Directors.
At December 31, 1995 and 1994, notes and loans payable to Susan E.
Barnes totaled $1,009 and $4,545, respectively. All notes and loans are
secured by the appropriate UCC-1 filings.
In May 1996, Ms. Barnes required the Company pursuant to the Security
Agreement signed by the Company, to deliver to Ms. Barnes possession of
all securities evidencing ownership by the Company of all of its
subsidiaries until such time as all of her loans are paid in full.
9. COMMITMENTS:
Leases
The Company leases its facilities and certain equipment under
non-cancelable operating leases expiring at various dates. Annual
rental commitments under these non-cancelable leases as of December 31,
1995, were as follows:
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
1996 $ 307
1997 280
1998 216
1999 216
2000 216
Thereafter 1,008
------
Subtotal 2,243
Less amounts representing sublease rental income (54)
------
Total minimum payments required $2,189
======
</TABLE>
Total rental expense related to operating leases amounted to $1,467,
$1,432 and $612 in 1995, 1994 and 1993, respectively. Additionally, see
Note 12.
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
Employment Contracts
The Company has one employment contract with the President of a
subsidiary requiring annual payments for salary of $150. The contract
is for three years and is renewable annually.
Guarantees
The Company has guaranteed a line of credit from Star Bank of
Cleveland, Ohio, to its investee, Tri-Lite, Inc. Tri-Lite filed for
protection under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Act on February 26,
1996. The advance amount under such line is based upon a percentage of
Tri-Lite's accounts receivable and inventory. Management believes that
the borrowing base of such assets substantially exceeds the loan
balance, which was approximately $2,950 (unaudited) at December 31,
1995.
Additionally, see Note 12.
10. SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY:
PREFERRED STOCK
Class A and B Convertible Preferred Stock
The Class A and Class B convertible preferred stock have no voting
rights, no liquidation value and no dividend rights. The Company has
ascribed no value to the Class A and Class B convertible preferred
stock.
Each share of the Class A and Class B convertible preferred stock is
convertible into one share of common stock of the Company subject to
the following conditions:
A) Each share of Class A convertible preferred stock may convert into
one share of common stock of the Company when pre-tax earnings of
the Company reach $2,225 or the common stock of the Company is
trading at $4.50 or more per share for twenty consecutive trading
days. This condition was met as of December 31, 1991. The Class A
convertible preferred stock was therefore convertible on or after
January 1992. During 1995, 1994 and 1993, no shares of Class A
convertible preferred stock were converted.
B) Each share of Class B convertible preferred stock may convert into
one share of common stock when pre-tax earnings of the Company reach
$3,000 or the common stock of the Company is trading at $7 or more
per share for twenty consecutive trading days. This condition was
met in early 1992. The Class B convertible preferred stock was
therefore convertible on or after January 1992 and will be canceled
if not converted prior to January 31, 1996. During 1995 and 1994, no
shares of Class B convertible preferred stock were converted. During
1993, 14,000 shares of Class B convertible stock were converted.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
C) Should the holders of the Class A and Class B convertible preferred
stock exercise the option to convert their preferred stock to common
stock, the holders of such stock shall pay $3.50 to the Company for
each share of preferred stock so converted.
Class C Convertible Preferred Stock
The Class C preferred stock has no voting rights, no liquidation value
and a stated value of $3.50 per share.
Each share of Class C convertible preferred stock is convertible into
one-tenth of a share of common stock of the company and pays a
cumulative annual cash dividend of 10 percent of the stated value per
share. Dividends in arrears at December 31, 1995 and 1994 were
approximately $527 and $525, respectively. During 1995, 1994 and 1993,
29,000, 8,000 and 18,000 shares, respectively, of Class C convertible
preferred stock were converted into common stock at $3.50 per share.
Class F Convertible Preferred Stock
The Class F preferred stock carries a cumulative dividend rate of 7 1/2
percent annually, and entitles the holder to a liquidation preference
of $2.20 per share plus accumulated but unpaid dividends. Dividends in
arrears at December 31, 1994 were approximately $23. The Class F
preferred stock may be converted, at any time from date of issuance and
for three years after the effectiveness of the Company's registration
statement, into shares of the Company's common stock on a one for
one-tenth share basis. The Class F stock is callable at the option of
the Company at the call price of $.25 per preferred share provided that
the Company's common stock has traded for twenty consecutive days at
the price of $6.00 or more. During 1995 and 1994, 94,000 and 352,000
shares of Class F convertible preferred stock were converted into
common stock. At December 31, 1995, all Class F shares had been
converted.
Class G Convertible Preferred Stock
As of December 31, 1992, 9,000 shares of Class G convertible preferred
stock were committed for issuance once the Company's Articles of
Incorporation were amended. The Class G convertible preferred stock
carried a preferred liquidation value of $100, a call price of $115 and
a preferred dividend rate of $15 per annum per share, payable
semi-annually.
During 1993, all 9,000 shares of the Class G convertible preferred
stock were converted into shares of the common stock of the Company at
the rate of 3.333 shares of the Company's common stock for each
preferred share.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
Class H Convertible Preferred Stock
1,000,000 shares of Class H convertible preferred stock were issued
during 1993 at $1.70 per share and carried a dividend rate of 7 1/2
percent. The Class H preferred stock was converted into 100,000 shares
of the Company's common stock in October 1993.
COMMON STOCK
The common stock has no par value and is entitled to one vote per
share. The activity in common stock is as follows:
1995
In December 1995, the shareholders of the Company approved a 1 for 10
reverse stock split of the Company's common stock, and increased the
authorized number of common shares to 10,000,000. Such changes were
approved by the Company's Board of Directors, and therefore became
effective in February 1996. All references to share data in these
financial statements have been retroactively adjusted for such split.
Throughout the year, the Company issued approximately 217,000 and
171,000 shares of its common stock for services and accrued wages. Such
shares were valued at $759 and $600, respectively, based on the market
value of the common stock at the date of grant, and such amounts have
been charged to operations in the accompanying consolidated financial
statements.
1994
The Company consummated offshore sales of approximately 571,000 shares
of its common stock in exchange for cash of $14,393, net of offering
costs.
Throughout the year, the Company issued approximately 23,000 shares of
its common stock for services. Such shares were valued at $406, based
on the market value of the common stock at the date of grant discounted
for trading restrictions and have been charged to operations in the
accompanying consolidated financial statements.
The Company issued approximately 36,000 shares of its common stock that
were committed at December 31, 1993 (see below).
The Company issued 140,000 of its common shares valued at $2,170 in
connection with the acquisition of Sentinel (see Note 14) and 8,000
shares valued at $128 to acquire equity securities of an unrelated
entity (see Note 4).
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
1993
The Company consummated offshore sales of approximately 296,000 shares
of its common stock in exchange for approximately $3,791 of lighting
products and other inventory and $3,603 in cash, net of offering costs.
Through March 31, 1994, the Company had not received inventory from
this agreement with a cost of approximately $1,300 and accordingly,
such amount has been reflected as a reduction of shareholders' equity
in the accompanying consolidated balance sheet. Such inventory was
received during 1994.
Throughout the year, the Company issued approximately 35,000 shares of
its common stock for services. Such shares were valued at $510 based on
the market value of the common stock at the date of grant discounted
for trading restrictions and have been charged to operations in the
accompanying consolidated financial statements.
COMMON STOCK SUBSCRIBED
1995
During 1995, the Company canceled all common stock subscribed. As of
December 31, 1995, the Company has no outstanding common stock
subscriptions.
1994
As of December 31, 1994, the Company was committed to issue 12,000
shares valued at $98 for legal services performed and 26,000 shares
valued at $457 for the purchase of equity securities of an unrelated
entity.
All shares of common stock subscribed have been included in the
computation of earnings per share.
1993
In connection with the acquisition of KSW, Inc. (see Note 14), the
Company committed to issue 69,000 shares to consultants and officers of
a subsidiary. Of such shares, 20,000 shares were mandatorily redeemable
(see below). During 1994, the Company issued 36,000 shares committed as
of December 31, 1993 and canceled 12,000 shares to be issued to a
consultant in connection with the KSW, Inc. acquisition (see below).
MANDATORILY REDEEMABLE COMMON SHARES
1995
In connection with the distribution of KSW, Inc., in 1995, the Company
canceled 15,000 shares mandatorily redeemable at $500,000, originally
issued to a consultant .
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
1994
In connection with an amendment to an agreement with a consultant
involved with the KSW, Inc. acquisition, the Company in 1994 canceled
12,000 shares to be issued and issued 15,000 shares mandatorily
redeemable at $500,000. During 1994, the consultant made a demand for
payment.
1993
As described above, the Company issued 20,000 shares mandatorily
redeemable at $5.00 per share in connection with the acquisition of
KSW, Inc. Such shares were redeemed during 1994.
HELIONETICS UNITS
Between July and September 1993, Helionetics sold 47,000 units in a
private placement for cash of $11.00 per unit. Each unit consisted of
one share of common stock of the Company and one-half of a common stock
purchase warrant. Each full warrant is exercisable within two years at
an exercise price of $22.00 per share. No value was ascribed to the
warrants. In addition, the Company issued 12,000 units to an unrelated
entity for services provided in selling the units. The Company ascribed
a value of $138 to these units. During 1994, all units were converted.
During 1995, the Company issued two additional shares of common stock
for each unit originally issued, as additional consideration to unit
holders. Such shares were valued at $3.00 per share.
DIVIDEND IN-KIND
On December 28, 1995, pursuant to a distribution agreement, the Company
distributed all of its shares of common stock in KSW, Inc. as a
dividend to its common shareholders. Prior to the transaction, the
Company owned 90 percent of KSW, Inc. In accordance with the agreement,
the Company reduced its percentage ownership through a return of a 5
percent interest back to KSW, Inc., and a 4.5 percent distribution to
consultants for service provided in connection with the transaction.
Accordingly, at the time of the distribution, the Company owned 80.5
percent of KSW, Inc..
On May 2, 1994, the Company transferred 171,068 shares of its common
stock ownership in Tri-Lite, Inc. as a dividend to its common
shareholders. The dividend was recorded at the fair market value of the
common stock of Tri-Lite of $285 and the resulting nominal loss was
charged to operations in the accompanying consolidated financial
statements.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
OPTIONS
Activity for common stock options during the years ended December 31,
1995, 1994 and 1993 are as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
EXERCISE PRICE
NUMBER PER SHARE
------ --------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
BALANCE, JANUARY 1, 1993 65,000 $20.00 - $42.50
Issued during 1993 100,000 $41.25 - $60.00
Canceled during 1993 (30,000) $32.50
-------- ---------------
BALANCE, DECEMBER 31, 1993 135,000 $20.00 - $60.00
Issued during 1994 97,000 $30.00
Canceled during 1994 (45,000) $52.50
Expired during 1994 (5,000) $41.25
-------- ---------------
BALANCE, DECEMBER 31, 1994 182,000 $20.00 - $60.00
Canceled during 1995 (152,000) $20.00 - $60.00
Expired during 1995 (30,000) $20.00 - $60.00
-------- ---------------
BALANCE, DECEMBER 31, 1995 -- --
======== ===============
</TABLE>
As of December 31, 1995, all options to purchase shares had expired or
had been canceled.
WARRANTS
Activity for warrants to purchase Series F Preferred Stock (all at
exercise prices of $2.20 per share) during the years ended December 31,
1995, 1994 and 1993 are as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
NUMBER
------
<S> <C>
BALANCE, JANUARY 1, 1993 1,908,000
Exercised during 1993 (1,300,000)
----------
BALANCE, DECEMBER 31, 1993 608,000
Exercised during 1994 (84,000)
----------
BALANCE, DECEMBER 31, 1994 524,000
Canceled (524,000)
----------
BALANCE, DECEMBER 31, 1995 --
==========
</TABLE>
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
As of December 31, 1995, all warrants to purchase shares of Series F
Preferred Stock had expired or had been canceled.
Between July and September 1993, the Company issued warrants to
purchase 30,000 shares of common stock at $22.00 per share and during
1994, the Company issued warrants to purchase 30,000 shares of its
common stock at $65.00 per share. All of such warrants expired or were
canceled during 1995.
11. INCOME TAXES:
Income tax expense for the years ended December 31, 1995, 1994 and 1993
was allocated as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 1994 1993
---- ---- ----
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Income from continuing operations $ -- $ 48 $ 8
Discontinued operations 155 395 30
---- ---- ---
$155 $443 $38
==== ==== ===
</TABLE>
Income tax expense for the years ended December 31, 1995, 1994 and 1993
consists of state and local income taxes of $0, $48 and $8,
respectively.
Income tax expense for the years ended December 31, 1995, 1994 and 1993
differed from the amount computed by applying the U.S. Federal income
tax rate of 34% to pretax income as a result of the following:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 1994 1993
---- ---- ----
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Computed expected tax benefit
exclusive of minority interest $(7,030) $(8,457) $(690)
Increase (reduction) in income tax
expense resulting from:
Change in beginning-of-the-year
balance of the valuation
allowance for deferred tax assets 7,030 8,457 690
State and local income taxes 155 443 38
------- ------- -----
$ 155 $ 443 $ 38
======= ======= =====
</TABLE>
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
The tax effects of temporary differences that give rise to significant
portions of the deferred taxes at December 31, 1995 and 1994 are
presented below:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 1994
---- ----
<S> <C> <C>
Deferred tax assets:
Depreciation and Amortization $ 6 $ --
Accounts receivable due to allowance for doubtful
accounts 270 436
Inventories due to allowance for obsolescence 569 582
Other accrued expenses, principally due to accrual for
financial reporting purposes 573 567
Settlement reserve 2,659 --
Compensated absences, principally due to accrual for
financial reporting purposes 110 110
Goodwill due to differences in amortization 22 44
Basis difference on investment in less than 80% owned
subsidiary 2,939 --
Net operating loss carry forwards 16,967 12,292
Capital loss carry forward 1,093 --
-------- --------
Total 25,208 14,031
Less valuation allowance (24,018) (12,837)
-------- --------
Net deferred tax assets 1,190 1,194
-------- --------
$ -- $ --
Deferred tax liabilities:
Gain arising from issuance by a subsidiary of its own
stock (1,063) (1,063)
Basis difference on investment in less than 80% owned
subsidiary (127) (131)
-------- --------
(1,190) (1,194)
Net deferred tax liability $ -- $ --
======== ========
</TABLE>
At December 31, 1995, the Company believes it has significant net
operating loss carry forwards for federal and state income tax
purposes. Such amounts would be available to reduce future federal and
state income tax liabilities as appropriate and, to the extent not
used, would expire through 2010. As a result of various stock
transactions during the past two years, certain of these net operating
loss carry forwards are subject to annual limitations of approximately
$1,400,000 to be used in future periods.
At December 31, 1995, Laser Photonics and AccuLase had net operating
loss carry forwards of approximately $5,700 and $10,002, which expire
in various years through 2010. These net operating losses are subject
to annual limitations imposed by the Internal Revenue Code due to
change in control of Companies.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
12. TRANSACTIONS WITH RELATED PARTIES:
The Company has entered into various transactions with related parties.
The material and significant transactions are discussed below:
Receivables From Officers/Shareholders
During 1994, the Company wrote-off receivables of approximately $446
from officers/shareholders.
Consulting Agreement
The Company retained K. B. Equities (KB), controlled by Ms. Susan
Barnes, as a consultant with respect to acquisitions and mergers at a
total cost of $15 per month. The Company's agreement is for 12 months
or until canceled by mutual agreement. Total consulting fees accrued to
KB were $180 for each of the years ended December 31, 1995, 1994 and
1993.
Acquisition of AccuLase, Inc.
See Note 14 for description of purchase of common stock of AccuLase,
Inc. during 1994 from Ms. Barnes and the Estate of George de B. Bell.
Facility Lease
During 1995, Helionetic's leased a facility for its Corporate
headquarters and its DECC division from KB Equities, Inc. Monthly base
rent is $18, and the lease term expires in August, 2005. During 1995,
the Company accrued rent expense to KB Equities in the amount $90.
Others
In April 1991, the Board of Directors authorized options for Messrs.
Katz, Suerth, Markheim, and Malone in the amount of 5,000 each at an
exercise price of $20.00 per share over a three year period with
piggyback rights in return for their Board representation. Such options
were cancelled, unexercised, during 1995.
In connection with an agreement by Susan E. Barnes and George de B.
Bell to advance and/or secure credit facilities for the Company, in May
1991, Ms. Barnes and Mr. Bell materially changed the terms of the
Company's Class A and Class B preferred stock they held by agreeing
that their Series A convertible preferred stock would not be converted
prior to January 31, 1992, and that their shares of Series B
convertible preferred stock would be canceled if not converted prior to
January 31, 1996. In exchange for these agreements, which were
effective December 31, 1990, the Company returned to Ms. Barnes and Mr.
Bell 75 percent of their respective shares of the Class A and Class B
convertible preferred stock of the Company which they had voluntarily
contributed back to the Company for cancellation.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
During 1993, Ms. Barnes exercised warrants to purchase 1,300,000 shares
of Class F convertible preferred stock at $2.20 per share. Such shares
were subsequently converted into 130,000 shares of common stock of the
Company.
See Note 4 regarding common stock of Jamar.
Additionally, see Notes 8 and 9.
13. CONTINGENCIES:
In March 1995, an action was instituted by plaintiffs against
Helionetics and Bernard B. Katz in the Superior Court of California,
Central Orange County District (Case No. 743947) for shares of
Helionetics' common stock which Helionetics failed to deliver. In April
1996, an amount of $2.4 million was awarded to the Plaintiffs. Such
award has been accrued as of December 31, 1995 in accrued liabilities
in the accompanying financial statements. An award was also made in
favor of Bernard B. Katz, as an individual, against the plaintiffs. In
connection with Mr. Katz's award, Mr. Katz is contemplating an action
against the plaintiffs and their counsel. Should Mr. Katz prevail on
his contemplated action, any proceeds to be awarded Mr. Katz less court
costs will be contributed by Mr. Katz to Helionetics.
In October 1995, Tri-Lite, Inc. filed a complaint in the U.S. District
Court for the Northern District of Ohio against the company for $2
million in compensatory damages and $2 million in punitive damages for
the alleged repudiation and revocation of the company's guaranty of
Tri-Lite's credit facility with its senior lender, along with other
cause of actions. The company disputes all of Tri-Lite's claims. Due to
Tri-Lite's Chapter 11 Bankruptcy filing in February 1996, there is a
stay on the case. The company will file a counter-suit against the
Tri-Lite's officers and board of directors when the stay is lifted. The
Company believes that the suit filed by Tri-Lite is without merit and
anticipates that any judgement would not have a material adverse effect
on its financial condition or results of operations. Additionally, see
Note 20.
The Company in July 1995 filed a civil complaint in Superior Court of
Los Angeles County (Case No. BC131 749) against U.S. Surgical
Corporation and others for over $2.5 million compensatory damages and
unspecified punitive damages. The defendants removed the case to the
U.S. District Court for the Central District of California under Case
No. 95-5513 RAP (RNBx). The company expects this to be a significant
and protracted litigation. The company has recently retained a
Connecticut counsel and plans to vigorously pursue the action. The case
is currently in discovery. There is no assurance that the Company will
be successful in this litigation. Furthermore, this case could cost the
Company a significant amount to litigate.
The Company is a defendant in class action law suits alleging violation
of federal securities laws. Although management believes that these
actions are without merit and intends to defend them
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
vigorously, counsel for the Company has determined a probable loss in
the seven-digit range. Based on ongoing negotiations, management of the
Company has accrued $3,500 as of December 31, 1995, which is included
in accrued liabilities in the accompanying financial statements.
As of December 31, 1995, the Company did not have insurance covering
general business liability, property, or workers' compensation. The
Company has been unsuccessful in obtaining policies covering these
areas, but is currently seeking an insurance carrier to provide
appropriate insurance coverage. As of the date the financial statements
were issued, the Company is unaware of any liability arising from the
Company's lack of insurance. Management believes that future liability
is unlikely and such liability will be eliminated when an insurance
provider is located.
Helionetics and certain officers, directors and key employees are
defendants in a lawsuit brought by Vincent Williams, formerly an
officer and director, first of Definicon, and then, from February 1990
to August 1990, of Helionetics, Inc. The complaint alleges breach of
contract and various tortious and other causes of action. Such suit was
settled in 1995 by Helionetics paying to plaintiff the amount of $54 in
Helionetics common stock.
During 1995, the Company defaulted on their facility lease agreement
and vacated the property. The Company was liable for $154 in past rent
and fees as of December 31, 1995. In addition, rent and interest
relating to future rental commitments totaled approximately $388. These
amounts are included in accrued liabilities in the accompanying
financial statements at December 31, 1995.
The Company is a defendant against a suit citing the Company's breach
of a stock registration agreement. Management of the Company is
vigorously defending this matter. However, legal counsel has advised a
probable loss between $200 and $820. As such, management has evaluated
the suit and determined to accrue $500, which is included in accrued
liabilities in the accompanying financial statements at December 31,
1995.
The Company is liable under an indemnity agreement for which it has
guaranteed reimbursement for contract completion costs of a subsidiary
in event of default. On March 1, 1996, the subsidiary did default and
the insurance carrier is currently seeking $358 in contract completion
costs. Management intends to vigorously defend the Company and does
not anticipate that the ultimate resolution of this matter will have a
material adverse effect on it's financial condition or results of
operations.
14. ACQUISITIONS:
1995
Effective May 22, 1995, the Company acquired 75% of the outstanding
stock of Laser Photonics, Inc. in exchange for all of the Company's
outstanding stock ownership interest in AccuLase, Inc., representing
76.13% of AccuLase common stock, $1,000 cash, and $215 in expenses. At
the time of the acquisition, Laser Photonics, Inc. was under Chapter 11
reorganization and was revalued based on the Company's acquisition
price. The Company accounted for this transaction as a purchase and in
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
accordance with Fresh Start accounting, reorganization goodwill was
recognized for the excess of cost over the restated fair market value
of net asset acquired. The results of operations from the date of
acquisition to December 31, 1995 are included in the accompanying
consolidated statement of operations for 1995.
See below for supplementary unaudited pro-forma information for 1995
and 1994 as if this acquisition had occurred as of January 1, 1994.
1994
N. L. Corporation
See Note 1 for details as to the acquisition of N. L. Corporation by
Tri-Lite, Inc.
AccuLase, Inc.
Effective December 1, 1994, the Company purchased 68.7% of the
outstanding stock of AccuLase, Inc. for $2,055 in notes as more fully
described below. The Company accounted for this transaction using the
purchase method of accounting. Acculase was immaterial to the Company
prior to acquisition. The excess of approximately $2,599 of the
purchase price over the net assets acquired has been capitalized as
goodwill. The results of operations from December 1, 1994 are included
in the accompanying consolidated statement of operations.
1993
Sentinel Systems, Inc.
Effective March 1, 1993, the Company acquired all of the issued and
outstanding common stock of Sentinel Systems, Inc. (Sentinel) in
exchange for the following contingent shares of common stock of the
Company:
(i) 10,000 shares if Sentinel completed and delivered a computer
system by September 30, 1993;
(ii) 20,000 shares if bona fide purchase orders of at least $3,000
were received prior to December 31, 1993; and
(iii) 110,000 shares based upon attainment of certain profitability
levels during 1994.
As of December 31, 1993, the thresholds enumerated at (i) and (ii) had
not been met; however, due to the failure of Helionetics to fulfill
certain capital funding requirements, the agreement was modified on
January 1, 1994 to issue 140,000 shares of common stock of the Company
to the shareholders of Sentinel in full satisfaction of all obligations
of the Company relating to the agreement.
The Company has accounted for this transaction using the purchase
method of accounting. In connection with the acquisition of Sentinel,
the Company incurred acquisition costs of approximately
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
$175. On January 1, 1994, the Company recorded an adjustment to the
purchase price of approximately $2,170 representing the fair value
(adjusted for transferability restrictions) of the 140,000 shares
described in the preceding paragraph. The excess of approximately
$2,170 of the purchase price over the net assets acquired has been
expensed as purchased research and development. The results of
operations of Sentinel from March 1, 1993 are included in the
accompanying consolidated statement of operations.
Self - Powered Lighting, Inc.
Effective July 1, 1993, Helionetics, Inc. acquired all of the issued
and outstanding common stock of Self-Powered Lighting, Inc. (SPL) for a
note payable of $400 bearing interest at 6% per annum and due on
December 31, 1996. The note is convertible into shares of common stock
of the Company at the option of the seller at the exchange rate of
$40.00 in principal and/or interest for one share of common stock of
the Company.
The Company has accounted for this transaction using the purchase
method of accounting. The excess of $61 of the purchase price of
approximately $419 (including acquisition costs) over the net assets
acquired has been capitalized as goodwill. The results of operations of
SPL from July 1, 1993 to December 31, 1993 have been included in the
accompanying consolidated statement of operations.
Marinco Computer Products
Effective October 18, 1993, the Company purchased from the Chapter 7
trustee the business and substantially all of the assets of the Marinco
Computer Products division (Marinco) of Definicon International
Corporation (see below) for approximately $244 in cash, including
acquisition costs of approximately $144. The Company has accounted for
this transaction using the purchase method of accounting. The excess of
approximately $329 of the purchase price over the net assets acquired
has been capitalized as goodwill. The results of operations of Marinco
were not significant.
KSW, Inc.
Effective October 31, 1993, a subsidiary of Helionetics purchased
certain assets, certain rights and assumed certain liabilities
associated with the business conducted by JWP Mechanical Services and
AFGO Engineering Corp., subsidiaries of JWP Mechanical/Electrical
Services (EAST), Inc. for $3,148, including a note of $2,148 (net of
discount of $252) payable in 24 equal monthly installments commencing
in 1994. In addition to the purchase price, the Company issued 8,000
shares and committed to issue 69,000 shares of its common stock to
consultants and future officers of a subsidiary of Helionetics valued
at $3,803 and incurred acquisition costs of $1,765 for a total purchase
price of $8,716.
During 1994, the purchase price was reduced by $215 to reflect the
modification of an agreement with a consultant and the above-mentioned
discount was reduced to $85 to reflect a revised repayment schedule of
the note.
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
The Company accounted for this transaction using the purchase method of
accounting. The excess of approximately $5,316 of the purchase price
over the net assets acquired has been capitalized as goodwill. The
results of operations of the acquired business from November 1, 1993
are included in the accompanying consolidated statement of operations.
In addition to the assets acquired and liabilities assumed, a
subsidiary of the Company agreed to manage certain contracts retained
by the sellers. During the period November 1, 1993 to December 31,
1993, fees relating to such management services amounted to $1,492.
During 1995, KSW, Inc. was distributed to the stockholders of the
Company in the form of a dividend. (See Note 10 ).
Other
During 1993, the Company and its subsidiaries entered into various
other business acquisitions, the revenues and operating results of
which were not individually or collectively significant.
Pro-Forma
The unaudited pro-forma effects of LPI's results of operations on the
consolidated results of operations of the Company, as though the
acquisitions had occurred January 1, 1994 are as follows:
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<CAPTION>
FOR THE YEARS ENDED
DECEMBER 31,
1995 1994
---- ----
(Unaudited)
------------------------
<S> <C> <C>
Revenues $ 4,731 36,615
Loss from continuing operations (21,391) (25,477)
Income from discontinued operations 849 1,149
Extraordinary item 5,768 --
Net income (loss) (14,774) (24,328)
Net income (loss) per share:
Continuing operations $ (5.58) (10.35)
Discontinued operations .22 .47
Extraordinary item 1.50 --
----------- -----
Total $ (3.86) (9.88)
=========== =====
Weighted average number of shares 3,844,000 2,468,000
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
15. DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS:
KSW, Inc.
On December 28, 1995, the Company disposed of its ownership in KSW,
Inc. through a 100% distribution to the Company's common stock and
Class C preferred stock shareholders.
The consolidated financial statements reflect the results of operations
of KSW, Inc. as discontinued operations.
The following summarizes the balance sheet of KSW, Inc. as of December
31, 1994 which is included in the accompanying December 31, 1994
Consolidated Balance Sheet of the Company:
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<CAPTION>
December 31,
1994
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<S> <C>
Total assets $18,380
Current liabilities $ 7,305
Total liabilities $ 7,305
Stockholder equity $11,075
</TABLE>
The following summarizes the results of KSW, Inc.'s operations reported
upon as a separate company for each of the years ended December 31,
1995 and 1994 and for the period from November 1, 1993 to December 31,
1993 which are reflected as discontinued operation in the accompanying
consolidated financial statements of the Company:
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<CAPTION>
1995 1994 1993
------- ------- -------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Revenues $44,176 $36,131 $ 6,221
Costs and expenses 43,605 35,525 5,533
------- ------- -------
Net income (after income taxes which
were eliminated in consolidation) $ 571 $ 606 $ 688
======== ======= =======
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16. GAIN ARISING FROM ISSUANCE BY A SUBSIDIARY OF ITS OWN STOCK:
During the year ended December 31, 1993, Tri-Lite (see Note 1) issued
1,150,000 shares of its common stock (including the Underwriters'
over-allotment) in a public offering at $5.00 per share and in
connection therewith, received net proceeds of approximately $4,555.
Prior to this initial public offering, Helionetics owned 100% of
Tri-Lite's common stock consisting of 1,933,333 shares; immediately
subsequent to the initial public offering, Helionetics owned 62.7% of
Tri-Lite's outstanding common stock.
As a result of the above mentioned initial public offering and in
accordance with Staff Accounting Bulletin Topic 5H, Helionetics
recorded a gain of $2,657 representing the amount in excess of the
carrying value of its investment in Tri-Lite. Such gain has not been
reduced by deferred income taxes due to the availability of net
operating losses to offset the related estimated tax liability.
17. BUSINESS SEGMENTS:
The Company currently operates in five business segments consisting of
the Power Conditioning Products Group, the Computer Add-On Products
Group, the Consumer Lighting Group, the Laser Systems and Accessories
Group, and the Health Care Group. Financial information by industry
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NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
segment for each of the years in the three-year period ended December
31, 1995 is summarized as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1995 1994 1993
---- ---- ----
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Revenues
Power Conditioning Products Group $ 1,007 $ 1,507 $ 2,506
Computer Add-On Products Group 1,074 1,081 640
Consumer Lighting Group -- 28,313 14,172
Laser Systems and Accessories Group 1,408 -- --
Health Care Group -- -- --
-------- -------- -------
Consolidated Total $ 3,489 $ 30,901 $17,318
======== ======== =======
Operating income (loss)
Power Conditioning Products Group $ (2,440) $ (7,385) $(1,180)
Computer Add-On Products Group (955) (6,176) (659)
Consumer Lighting Group -- (4,336) (504)
Laser Systems and Accessories Group (1,276) -- --
Health Care Group (1,604) (158) --
General corporate expenses (8,497) (6,435) (2,331)
Other income (expense), net (5,904) (384) 2,644
-------- -------- -------
Income (loss) from continuing operations $(20,676) $(24,874) $(2,030)
======== ======== =======
Identifiable assets
Power Conditioning Products Group $ 1,117 $ 832 $ 3,723
Computer Add-On Products Group 435 518 705
Consumer Lighting Group -- 16,622 9,441
Laser Systems and Accessories Group 5,488 -- --
Health Care Group 309 678 --
Discontinued operations -- 20,778 17,897
Corporate -- 4,223 2,622
-------- -------- -------
Consolidated total $ 7,349 $ 43,651 $34,388
======== ======== =======
Capital expenditures
Power Conditioning Products Group $ 312 $ 15 $ 37
Computer Add-On Products Group -- 51 --
Consumer Lighting Group -- 667 294
</TABLE>
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
<TABLE>
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Laser Systems and Accessories Group 5 -- --
Health Care Group -- -- --
Discontinued operations -- 121 105
Corporate -- 86 17
-------- -------- -------
Consolidated total $ 317 $ 940 $ 453
======== ======== =======
Depreciation and amortization expense
Power Conditioning Products Group $ 401 $ 94 $ 111
Computer Add-On Products Group 45 109 109
Consumer Lighting Group -- 746 263
Laser Systems and Accessories Group 552 -- --
Health Care Group 189 37 --
Discontinued operations 383 545 128
Corporate -- 242 171
-------- -------- -------
Consolidated total $ 1,570 $ 1,773 $ 782
======== ======== =======
</TABLE>
"Operating income (loss)" represents total revenues less operating
expenses. Accordingly, the following items have been excluded: general
corporate expenses, interest income and expenses, other income
(expense), income taxes, minority interest in net loses of subsidiary,
discontinued operations and extraordinary items.
"Identifiable assets" are those assets which are used in the operation
of each segment. Corporate assets are those which are not used in the
operations of a specific segment. Corporate assets are those which are
not used in the operations of a specific segment and consist
principally of deferred compensation, investments, excess of cost over
net assets of acquired companies and certain fixed assets.
18. FOURTH QUARTER ADJUSTMENTS:
In the fourth quarter of 1995, the Company recorded certain
adjustments. These adjustments consisted principally of accruals for
litigation of $6,946, the write-down in the value of the Company's
minority-owned subsidiary, Tri-Lite, Inc. of $6,261, expenses relating
to the distribution of KSW, Inc. of $659, an accrual for the
abandonment of the Company's facility lease of $410, and the
establishment of an inventory obsolescence reserve of $200.
In the fourth quarter of 1994, the Company recorded certain adjustments
principally consisting of the expensing of purchase research and
development costs of $2,170, the expensing of costs of $1,153 relating
to the abandonment of an initial public offering of a subsidiary,
reductions of inventory of $638, expensing of deferred product costs of
$2,050, expensing of development costs of $1,376 and reduction of
accounts receivable of $1,597.
In the fourth quarter of 1993, the Company recorded adjustments to
valuation accounts totaling approximately $550 which has the effect of
reducing fourth quarter earnings.
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
19. CONCENTRATION OF CREDIT RISK:
The Company operates in five industry segments and a geographic
concentration exists because the Company's customers are generally
located in the United States. Financial instruments that subject the
Company to credit risk consist principally of accounts receivable.
At December 31, 1995, accounts receivable totaled $538 and the Company
has provided an allowance for doubtful accounts of $110. The Company
performs periodic credit evaluations on its customers' financial
condition and believes that the allowance for doubtful accounts is
adequate.
20. SUBSEQUENT EVENTS:
During January 1996, the Company issued 150,000 common stock purchase
options to each of five officers/directors. Such options are
exercisable at $3.50 per share and expire on December 31, 1997.
On July 29, 1996, the Company granted to KB Equities, Inc. a three year
option to acquire 600,000 shares of the Company's common stock at a
price of $.35 per share.
On July 22, 1996, Acculase filed for an Investigational Device Exeption
("IDE") with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration ("FDA") for
permission to undergo human clinical trials with the Acculase
Transmyocardial Revascularization ("TMR") system. Approval of this IDE
will allow Acculase to proceed with this cardiovascular surgery
procedure at hospitals in New York City and Los Angeles.
On July 22, 1996, Helionetics joined as co-proponent with Tri-Lite to
file a Tri-Lite Plan of Reorganization in the Tri-Lite Chapter 11
proceeding. The proposed Plan of Reorganization provides in part for:
1. Satisfaction of approximately $4,500,000 in Tri-Lite creditors'
claims by the issuance of new shares of Helionetics common stock
having an aggregate value as of the plan confirmation date, as
measured by the closing price of Helionetics' common stock, of $0.70
for each $1.00 of allowed claim held.
Of this $0.70 in Helionetics common stock, $0.30 or 43% of such
shares is proposed to be issued as soon as practical after the
confirmation date to the creditors, and the balance is proposed to
be subject to lockup provisions as follows:
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HELIONETICS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
NOTES TO FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Amounts in thousands except share and per share data)
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
- 50 days after delivery 7.5%
- 140 days after delivery 15.0%
- 230 days after delivery 22.5%
- 320 days after delivery 55.0%
-----
Total 100.0%
</TABLE>
Under the plan, Helionetics agrees to issue such additional shares
of Helionetics common stock to a plan designated stockbroker for the
benefit of creditors, as might be required to be sold to assure net
proceeds of not less than $0.30 on the initial block of shares to
creditors.
2. On the effective date, in consideration for dismissal of
intercompany litigation and waiver of Helionetics' $1,850,000
allowed secured claim against Tri-Lite, Tri-Lite is to transfer 100%
of the common stock of the SPL subsidiary to Helionetics.
3. Under the Plan, Helionetics is to contribute its AIM Energy
Division, and all proprietary rights to the AIM Filter to Tri-Lite.
4. Under the Plan, Helionetics is to be issued new Tri-Lite common
stock equal to 87.5% of the outstanding new Tri-Lite stock after
reorganization, thereby re-establishing it as the parent of
Tri-Lite. A part of the new Tri-Lite stock received may be set aside
for transfer to Tri-Lite management, but Helionetics expects to
retain at least 85% thereof.
5. A hearing on the adequacy of the Plan Disclosure Statement has
been set for August 29, 1996 in the Bankruptcy Court. The Committee
for the unsecured creditors and their counsel have approved the
proposed Plan in principle. However, until confirmed by the
Bankruptcy Court, there can be no assurance as to either
confirmation or the ultimate terms on the Plan. Further, depending
on the market price of Helionetics common stock at the time of
confirmation, the resulting block of Helionetics common shares to be
issued under the Plan could be substantial.
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