SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-K
[X] Annual Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the
Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 1998.
Commission file no. 0-545.
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Moore Products Co.
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(Exact name of Registrant as specified in its charter)
Pennsylvania 23-1427830
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(State of incorporation) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
Spring House, Pennsylvania 19477-0900
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(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code (215) 646-7400
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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act: None
Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(g) of the Act:
Common Stock, $1 Par Value
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(Title of class)
Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant (1) has filed all reports required
to be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during
the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter periods that the Registrant was
required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing
requirements for the past 90 days. Yes [X] No [ ].
The aggregate market value of voting stock of the Registrant held by
nonaffiliates (as explained at the end of Part I, Item 4 of this report) as of
March 1, 1999, was approximately $48,300,000.
Common stock outstanding at March 1, 1999, was 2,637,091 shares.
DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
Portions of the proxy statement for the annual shareholders meeting to be held
April 30, 1999, are incorporated by reference into Part III of this report.
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405
of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will not be contained, to the
best of Registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements
incorporated by reference in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this
Form 10-K [X].
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This report contains various forward-looking statements and includes
assumptions concerning Moore's operations, future results, and prospects. These
forward-looking statements are based on current expectations and are subject to
risks and uncertainties. The company does not undertake any obligation to
publicly release the results of any revisions that may be made to these
forward-looking statements to reflect any future events or circumstances.
In connection with the "safe harbor" provisions of the Private Securities
Litigation Reform Act of 1995, Moore provides this cautionary statement
identifying important factors that, among others, could cause the actual results
and events to differ materially from those set forth in or implied by
forward-looking statements and related assumptions. Such factors include, but
are not limited to: product demand and market acceptance risks; the effect of
global economic conditions; the impact of competitive products and pricing;
product development, commercialization and technological difficulties; capacity
and supply constraints or difficulties; availability of capital resources;
general business conditions; changes in government laws and regulations,
including taxes; and uncertainties related to Year 2000 issues. Further
information concerning factors that potentially could materially affect the
company's financial results is included in the company's Form 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K
reports filed, from time to time, with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
PART I
Item 1. Business.
Moore Products Co. ("Moore" or "the company") was originally organized in
1940 as a partnership and incorporated in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in
December 1953. While Moore has not changed its legal name, in 1998 the company
adopted the operational name of Moore Process Automation Solutions for marketing
and promotional purposes.
Moore develops, manufactures, sells, and supports advanced instruments and
systems used in the measurement and control of industrial manufacturing
processes. These instruments and systems include process automation systems and
the associated services that comprise a complete solution for a particular
customer application, process control instrumentation for specific measurement
or control needs, dimensional measuring gages, and high-precision metrology
calibration systems. The following table sets forth the percentage of Moore's
revenue for each of its product lines, with products and services sold as parts
of systems being included within systems revenue:
Revenue by Product Line
1998 1997 1996
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Process Automation Systems ................. 56% 51% 43%
Process Control Instrumentation ............ 27% 34% 42%
Dimensional Measurement Products ........... 17% 15% 15%
Many of Moore's products are of standard design and are sold from stock or
integrated as standard components into larger process automation systems; some
products are custom engineered and manufactured to order. The process automation
instruments and systems measure and control process variables such as
temperature, pressure, flow of liquid
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or gas, liquid level, and others found in industries such as chemical,
pharmaceutical, hydrocarbon processing, pulp and paper, and power generation.
Instrument products include XTC(R) transmitters and transmitter-controllers for
measuring and controlling a single process variable, local and unit controllers
such as the Moore 353 process automation controller and Moore 354 universal
control station, and the Moore FieldPAC(R) field controller. System products
include the APACS+(TM) process automation system and the QUADLOG(R) safety PLC.
These systems include a combination of hardware and software, and can also
include optional services that provide access to Moore's process automation
expertise, such as engineering services, training, and technical support.
Metrology products, dimensional gages, and statistical process control
systems verify critical measurements. They are used in quality-related
applications in high-precision calibration laboratories and in the manufacture
of precision and discrete parts such as is found in the automotive industry.
In recent years, Moore has seen significant sales growth in process
automation systems and services and large-scale dimensional measurement
systems.
Significant product advancements over the past year include the APACS+
process automation system, which represents substantial new functionality built
into the APACS system; the XTC Critical Transmitter, which is the first pressure
transmitter certified for critical measurement applications; and new control and
statistical process control (SPC) functionality for the MPACS(TM) dimensional
measurement system.
Moore's primary business is capital equipment. As such, it is subject to
the cyclical nature of commitments to new or replacement manufacturing
facilities and equipment by the industries served. Moore's business is not
generally seasonal, but from time to time follows a pattern of higher shipments
in the second half of the calendar year in response to customers' capital
expenditure cycles.
Markets:
Moore's principal markets are batch and continuous process automation and
safety applications in the chemical, pharmaceutical, hydrocarbon processing,
pulp and paper, and power generation industries; precision discrete parts
manufacturing applications in industries such as aeronautical and automotive;
and calibration laboratories. Moore's systems are often sold in significant
dollar amounts as part of major customer projects. Quarterly and annual sales
results can be significantly influenced by the timing of the shipment of these
orders.
Sales and Distribution:
Moore's United States sales are made primarily through factory-trained
employees of its own organization, located in its sales offices in 35 cities.
Moore also markets its products through other independent channels, such as
engineering integrators, value added resellers, original equipment
manufacturers, sales representatives, and integrated supply distributors. Some
customers in Moore's industry, as in many other markets, are consolidating their
supplier base and are entering into strategic business relationships or
alliances.
International sales and customer support are handled through a combination
of 9 subsidiaries and approximately 130 sales representatives appointed by Moore
or its subsidiaries strategically located throughout the world. Sales in Canada,
Europe and Mexico are made through Moore's wholly-owned or majority-owned
Canadian, English, Dutch, Italian, and Mexican subsidiaries, Moore Products Co.
(Canada) Inc., Moore Products Co. (U.K.) Limited, Moore
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Products Co. B.V., Moore Products Co. (Italia) S.r.l., and Moore Products
de Mexico S.A. de C.V. Sales in the Asia-Pacific region are also supported
through wholly-owned subsidiaries in Australia and Singapore by Moore Products
Co. (Australia) Pty. Ltd. and Moore Products Co (S) Pte Ltd. Sales in India and
South Africa are made through jointly-owned subsidiaries, Moore Controls Pvt.
Limited and Moore Controls S.A. (Pty.) Ltd., respectively.
Raw Materials and Components:
In its manufacturing operation, Moore uses common metals (aluminum, brass,
stainless steel), various synthetic materials, forgings and castings, and
electronic components. Moore is experiencing no significant shortages in raw
materials at this time which would be expected to have a serious effect on the
delivery aspect of Moore's business, although occasional disruption in the
availability of certain electronic components can impact the scheduled
manufacture and shipment of some products. In most instances, Moore has more
than one source of supply for its material requirements.
Patents, Trademarks, and Licenses:
Moore applies for patents on inventions and developments that it considers
clearly patentable and desirable with respect to its products. As of December
31, 1998, Moore owned several unexpired United States patents and unexpired
international patents, none of which is considered individually to be material
to its business.
Considered to be of greater importance to its business is Moore's
"know-how" in manufacturing products, including those covered by patents which
have expired. Moore has from time to time granted "know-how" licenses to others
and has been licensed by others to manufacture certain products, but none of
these licenses is believed to be material to Moore. In addition, Moore has
distribution and/or license rights of varying terms in hardware and software
products developed by other companies, some of whom are regarded as competitors.
In the judgment of management, such rights are adequate for the conduct of the
business being done by Moore.
Several of Moore's products are sold under trademarks, some of which are
registered. Examples of these include: PROCESSSUITE(R), THE SAFETY PLC(R),
VIEWPAC(R), MOORE FIELDPAC(R), QUADLOG(R), APACS(R), APACS+(TM), 4-MATION(R),
XTC(R), LABMASTER(R), and LASERULER(R). In addition, Moore conducts business
under the registered trademarks of "MOORE(R)" in block letters and logo form,
and "PRATT & WHITNEY(R)" and "P&W(R)" in logo form, which provide unique
identity within its industry.
Backlog:
As of December 31, 1998, Moore had a total consolidated backlog of orders,
believed by it to be firm, amounting to $44,127,000. Moore expects that
substantially all such orders will be filled within the current fiscal year. As
of December 31, 1997, Moore had a total consolidated backlog of orders amounting
to $38,344,000.
Competition:
The process measurement and control industry is highly competitive and
subject to technological changes in both
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hardware and software development. Moore is a medium-sized company offering
measurement and control solutions and technologies, serving the continuous
process, batch process, power generation, and discrete parts manufacturing
industries. It is one of a limited number of companies with the capability to
bid as manufacturer for complete process instrumentation projects, such as
chemical, pharmaceutical, or natural gas plants. Competition in Moore's industry
has intensified as competitors have combined and markets, customers, and
competitors have become increasingly global in their focus. Moore maintains its
position in the industry by the quality and performance of its existing
products, and technical innovation of new and enhanced products, so as to
provide customers with greater functionality and reliability than are available
from competitors. Relative price/performance, product features, availability,
service, and support also are important factors.
Moore's principal competitors in the industry (all of whom are larger than
Moore) are The Foxboro Company, a unit of SIEBE plc; ABB Process Automation,
Inc., ABB Kent-Taylor Inc., and Elsag Bailey Process Automation, units of ABB
Asea Brown Boveri, Inc.; the Industrial Automation & Control Division of
Honeywell, Inc.; Fisher-Rosemount, a unit of Emerson Electric Co.; Yokogawa
Electric Corporation; Rockwell Automation, a unit of Rockwell International
Corp.; Marposs Corp.; and ITW Heartland.
Research Activities:
Moore's products provide for integration of several complex technologies
including, but not limited to, electronics, mechanical design, and software.
Research and development has consistently been a central strategic commitment.
Moore views continued investment in new product development and product
enhancements as a significant factor to long-range success. Approximately
$12,291,000 was spent during 1998, $11,697,000 during 1997, and $11,416,000
during 1996 on company-sponsored research activities relating to the development
of new products or the improvement of existing products. These amounts
represented 7.3%, 7.1% and 8.0%, respectively, of total revenues in those years.
The amount spent on customer-sponsored research activity was not significant in
any of such years. No costs associated with the development of software products
are capitalized.
Many of Moore's products are developed on an "open" platform that enables
them to be linked to or integrated with other manufacturers' control products
and systems. However, maximum functionality and advanced control capabilities
are delivered to customers by linking Moore's field instruments and control
systems using specially designed software and configuration tools that Moore
believes are technologically superior to others available on the market.
During the past several years, Moore has introduced new product offerings
and enhancements intended to provide advanced technological solutions to
industries seeking efficient control of their manufacturing processes. These
products range from remote field transmitter and control devices to
sophisticated microcomputer-based control systems including both hardware and
software products. Moore's products are linked through a standard industry
communication protocol and are custom configured to meet unique requirements of
specific customers. Many of these products have been formally recognized with
industry awards for their innovation and leading technology. Increased sales
volume in the past year is attributed to customer acceptance of these newer
products.
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Environment:
Compliance with federal, state, and local provisions regulating the
discharge of materials into the environment or otherwise relating to the
protection of the environment is not expected to have a material effect on the
capital expenditures, earnings, or competitive position of Moore and its
subsidiaries. Moore's involvement in environmental actions, to date, has been
limited to situations where a former licensed waste hauler or a reprocessor of
manufacturing byproducts allegedly disposed of de minimis quantities of waste
materials from Moore's United States plant to several sites in an unacceptable
manner. In these instances Moore has been named as a "potentially responsible
party." Annual cash outlays in each of the past two years for claims and
assessments relating to these matters have been less than $100,000. In several
instances Moore's general liability insurance carrier has agreed to fund any
settlements or legal defense costs. In instances where insurance carriers have
denied coverage, Moore has estimated its probable liability in consultation with
legal counsel. Moore has accrued approximately $470,000 for situations where
insurance coverage has been denied. Management believes that such proceedings
are not material to its business or financial condition and that it has
adequately provided accruals to cover reasonably anticipated ultimate liability
resulting from these matters.
Number of Employees:
Moore and its subsidiaries had approximately 1,240 employees as of December
31, 1998.
Foreign and Domestic Operations and Export Sales:
Financial information concerning domestic and foreign operations appears in
Note M in the "Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements" and in "Management's
Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations"
included as part of this report.
Item 2. Properties.
Moore's principal manufacturing facility and corporate office are contained
in a modern steel and masonry building of approximately 374,000 square feet
located on 154 acres in Spring House, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. The
building and land at this facility are owned outright by Moore. Moore's Pratt &
Whitney Division owns and occupies an 18,000 square foot office and
manufacturing facility in Plainville, Connecticut.
Moore's Canadian subsidiary, Moore Products Co. (Canada) Inc., is located
in a modern plant and office building of approximately 35,000 square feet on 89
acres of land in Brampton, Ontario, Canada. Both the building and the land are
owned outright by Moore's subsidiary.
Moore's English subsidiary, Moore Products Co. (U.K.) Limited, is located
in a modern plant and office building of approximately 36,000 square feet on 5
acres of land in Yeovil, Somerset, England. Both the building and land are owned
outright by Moore's subsidiary. Moore Measurement Systems, a division of Moore
Products Co. (U.K.) Limited, leases an office and manufacturing facility of
approximately 23,000 square feet in Hitchin, Hertfordshire, England.
The remaining international subsidiaries occupy leased premises. Moore's
leases for branch sales offices and international subsidiaries in the aggregate
are not material.
The equipment at Moore's plants, principally machine tools, assembly tools,
and automatic testing equipment, some of which was built by Moore itself, is
modern and in good condition. Equipment is generally owned outright by Moore.
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Moore believes its facilities are adequate and suitable for its purposes.
Item 3. Legal Proceedings.
Moore is party to various legal claims and proceedings that have been
initiated or asserted against it in the ordinary course of business, including
those pertaining to environmental matters (see Part I - "Environment"). It is
the opinion of management that any ultimate losses in connection with these
matters and resolution of environmental issues will not have a materially
adverse effect on the net income, financial position, or liquidity of Moore.
Item 4. Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders.
No matters were submitted to a vote of security holders during the fourth
quarter of 1998.
Additional Information:
The following information is furnished in this report pursuant to
Instruction 3 to Item 401(b) of Regulation S-K:
Executive Officers of the Registrant:
Executive officers of Moore are elected annually by the Board of Directors,
to serve at the discretion of the Board until their successors are appointed.
The names, ages and positions of the executive officers of Moore are listed
below along with their business experience during the past five years.
Name, Age and Position Business Experience During Past Five Years
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Donald E. Bogle, 53 Mr. Bogle was elected President and
President and Chief Executive Officer of Moore
Chief Executive Officer Products Co. in October 1997. From
October 1996 through September 1997, he
was President of Honeywell Inc., Home
and Building Control. From January 1996
to October 1996, he was Vice President
and General Manager of Honeywell's
worldwide Home and Building Control
strategic business unit. From October
1994 to December 1995, he was Vice
President and General Manager of
Honeywell's worldwide Building Control
business. From May 1992 to September
1994, he was Vice President and General
Manager of Honeywell's Industrial
Automation & Control division.
Edward M. Coll, 49 Mr. Coll was elected Vice President,
Vice President, International International Sales and Operations, in
Sales and Operations April 1998. Since 1993, he has also held
positions as Vice President,
International Sales, Vice President,
Sales and Marketing, Vice President and
General Manager of the Systems
Division, General Manager of the Systems
Division and National Sales Manager.
Name, Age and Position Business Experience During Past Five Years
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Edward J. Curry, 52 Mr. Curry was elected Executive Vice
Executive Vice President and Chief President and Chief Operating Officer in
Operating Officer September 1995. Prior to the appointment
as Chief Operating Officer, he had
served as Executive Vice President since
1988.
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Richard D. Dunbar, 40 Mr. Dunbar was elected Vice President,
Vice President, Marketing Marketing, in June 1998. From January
1997 until joining Moore, he served as
President and Chief Operating Officer of
Prospera, Inc. From July 1996 to January
1997, he served as Vice President, Sales
and Marketing, of Prospera, Inc. From
August 1994 to July 1996, he served as
Branch General Manager of Honeywell
Inc., Home and Building Control and from
April 1994 to August 1994, he served as
Director of New Technology Marketing for
Honeywell's Industrial Automation &
Control division.
Robert D. Greenlaw, 40 Mr. Greenlaw was elected Vice
Vice President, President, North American Sales, in
North American Sales August 1998. From July 1997 to this
appointment, he served as Vice
President, Customer Services. Since
1993, he has also held positions as
Director, General Manager, and General
Sales Manager of Moore Measurement
Systems.
James McDonald, 49 Mr. McDonald was elected Vice
Vice President, President, Strategic Accounts, in July
Strategic Accounts 1998. Since 1992 he has also held
positions as Vice President, North
American Sales, and Vice President,
Sales.
William B. Moore, 56 Mr. Moore was elected Vice Chairman of
Vice Chairman of the Board the Board and Chief Technology Officer
and Chief Technology Officer in October 1997. Prior to that
appointment, he had served as President
and Chief Executive Officer since 1988.
Gerald L. Stephens Jr., 48 Mr. Stephens was elected Vice
Vice President, President, Customer Services, in August
Customer Services 1998. From 1996 until joining Moore, he
served as Vice President of Operations
for MAX Control Systems. Prior to that
assignment, he served as Vice President
of Product Engineering at Simulation
Sciences from 1992 to 1996.
Robert E. Wisniewski, 45 Mr. Wisniewski was elected Secretary
Secretary and Treasurer and Treasurer in May 1993. Prior to this
appointment, he had held the positions
of Director of Finance and Controller.
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For the purposes of calculating the aggregate market value of the shares of
the voting stock of Moore held by nonaffiliates, as shown on the cover page of
this report, the value of Moore's outstanding preferred stock (which has voting
rights and is convertible into common stock but is not publicly traded), which
is held entirely by affiliates, has not been included, and it has been assumed
that all the other outstanding voting shares (common stock) were held by
nonaffiliates except for the shares held or beneficially owned by directors and
executive officers of Moore, the Moore Products Co. Pension Plan and by Frances
O. Moore, widow of the late Coleman B. Moore, founder of Moore. However, this
should not be deemed to constitute an admission that all directors and executive
officers of Moore, the Moore Products Co. Pension Plan and/or Frances O. Moore
are, in fact, affiliates of Moore, or that there are not other persons who may
be deemed to be affiliates of Moore. Further information concerning
shareholdings of executive officers, directors and principal shareholders of
Moore is included in Moore's definitive proxy statement filed or to be filed
with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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PART II
Item 5. Market for Registrant's Common Stock and Related Stockholder Matters.
Moore's common stock is traded on The Nasdaq Stock Market under the symbol
"MORP." The table below sets forth the reported high and low sales prices of the
common stock and the dividends paid during the two most recent fiscal years.
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1998 1997
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Market Price Cash Market Price Cash
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High Low Paid High Low Paid
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First quarter $36.5000 $31.5000 $ .40 $26.5000 $18.0000 $ .00
Second quarter 36.0000 27.7500 .00 23.5000 20.7500 .00
Third quarter 30.3750 20.0000 .00 24.5000 21.0000 .00
Fourth quarter 28.0000 18.0000 .00 39.2500 23.3125 .00
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Total year $ .40 $ .00
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Common stockholders of record on December 31, 1998, totaled approximately 855
based on information obtained from Moore's transfer agent.
Item 6. Selected Financial Data.
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As Reported for Year Ended December 31
1998 1997 1996 1995 1994
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Net sales ............................... $168,113,000 $164,247,000 $142,892,000 $121,037,000 $100,680,000
Net income (loss) ....................... 3,591,000 6,468,000 1,278,000 259,000 (1,089,000)
Total assets ............................ 101,967,000 93,992,000 86,047,000 78,193,000 60,150,000
Net income (loss) per share:
Basic ............................... $ 1.37 $ 2.50 $ .49 $ .12 $(.53)
Diluted ............................. 1.26 2.31 .47 .12 (.53)
Cash dividends per
common share ........................ .40 -- -- -- --
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See Note B in the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements for explanation of
unusual items in 1998 and 1996.
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Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results
of Operations.
Results of Operations
Comparing 1998 to 1997, sales increased $3,866,000 to $168,113,000 from
$164,247,000. U.S. sales to unaffiliated customers in 1998 of $120,518,000 were
relatively flat compared to 1997, while international sales to unaffiliated
customers increased 12% to $47,595,000. The overall growth in sales is primarily
attributed to increased sales of process automation and dimensional measurement
systems. International sales growth in 1998 occurred primarily in the United
Kingdom and Canada. In 1998 and 1997, sales by international subsidiaries and
unaffiliated export sales by the U.S. parent company were 37% and 33% of total
consolidated sales, respectively.
Order bookings for fiscal 1998 were $175,522,000 compared to $156,603,000 for
1997, an increase of 12%. This increase was primarily attributable to orders
placed for process automation systems. The consolidated backlog of unshipped
orders as of December 31, 1998, was $44,127,000 compared to $38,344,000 as of
December 31, 1997.
Gross profit decreased 8% in 1998 to $63,554,000 compared to $69,138,000 in
1997. Gross profit margin was 38% in 1998 compared to 42% in 1997. Gross profit
margin declined primarily as a result of the negative impact of costs to
complete a large turnkey project in the United Kingdom. Projects of this type
generally yield lower gross margins. Product mix and higher manufacturing costs
also contributed to the margin erosion compared to the prior year.
Selling, general and administrative expenses decreased by $3,201,000 in 1998 to
$43,843,000 and declined as a percent of sales from 29% in 1997 to 26%. Higher
net periodic pension income related to the company's U.S. defined benefit
pension plan and a bad debt recovery in Canada are the primary reasons for this
decline. Research and development expenses remained at 7% of sales and were
$12,291,000 in 1998 compared to $11,697,000 in 1997. Moore continues to make a
strong commitment to ongoing product development programs, with technological
innovation being the keystone to all product introductions and enhancements. The
primary emphasis for research and development in 1998 was the introduction of
the APACS+ process automation system. The new and enhanced technology in APACS+,
which built on the existing APACS system, is expected to open further
opportunities in key market segments, such as batch processes in the chemical
and pharmaceutical industries and critical control applications in the chemical,
power, and hydrocarbon processing industries. Moore also introduced the XTC
Critical Transmitter, the ValvePAC(TM) digital valve controller, and the
Universal Supermicrometer.
The 1998 operating results included $944,000 of net gain relating to an early
retirement program completed in the fourth quarter.
Interest expense for 1998 was $134,000 compared to $172,000 for 1997. The
decrease from last year was attributable to a reduction in average outstanding
borrowing levels during 1998.
The company's effective tax rate for 1998 was 56% of pretax income compared to
37% for 1997. Overall, effective tax rates were higher than statutory rates
primarily because certain foreign locations incurred operating losses for which
the tax benefits were not recorded, since the realization of such benefits is
not presently assured. Income tax rates applied to pretax income in the United
States approximate statutory rates. Net income for 1998 was $3,591,000 compared
to $6,468,000 for 1997. Diluted net income per share was $1.26 for 1998 compared
to $2.31 for 1997. The decrease in net income from 1997 to 1998 was due
primarily to the lower gross margin discussed above.
Comparing 1997 to 1996, sales increased $21,355,000 or 15% to $164,247,000 from
$142,892,000. U.S. sales to unaffiliated customers in 1997 increased 16% to
$121,687,000, while international sales to unaffiliated customers increased 12%
to $42,560,000. These increases were primarily attributable to increased sales
of process automation systems. While the international sales growth in 1997
occurred primarily in the United Kingdom, the Asia-Pacific region also showed
improvement from the prior year. In 1997 and 1996, sales by international
subsidiaries and unaffiliated export sales by the U.S. parent company were 33%
and 36% of total consolidated sales, respectively.
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Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results
of Operations (continued).
Order bookings for fiscal 1997 were $156,603,000 compared to $152,431,000 for
1996. This increase was primarily due to orders placed for process automation
and dimensional measurement systems. The consolidated backlog of unshipped
orders as of December 31, 1997, was $38,344,000 compared to $46,110,000 as of
December 31, 1996.
Gross profit increased 17% in 1997 to $69,138,000 compared to $59,141,000 in
1996. Gross profit margin was 42% in 1997 compared to 41% in 1996. The higher
gross profit reflected favorable product mix changes related to increased sales
of control systems, generally higher levels of sales and production volume,
improved manufacturing efficiencies, and cost reductions on other selected
product lines.
Selling, general and administrative expenses increased by $1,481,000 in 1997 to
$47,044,000 but declined as a percent of sales from 32% in 1996 to 29%. The
increase in these expenses was attributed to higher payroll costs and selling
expenses in support of Moore's growth. Research and development expenses were
$11,697,000 or 7% of revenues in 1997 compared to $11,416,000 or 8% of revenues
in 1996. The primary emphasis for research and development in 1997 was the
introduction of a new generation of dimensional measurement and analysis
instrumentation (MPACS), a Windows(R) NT(TM)-based software package for the
APACS system, and the integration of various new value-added control features to
this software product. Moore also enhanced the APACS and QUADLOG systems'
functionality, and introduced a new Moore 354 universal control station.
The 1996 operating results included $2,056,000 of net gain relating to an early
retirement program and a $1,000,000 loss due to the write-down of assets
associated with a joint venture in Brazil.
Interest expense for 1997 was $172,000 compared to $466,000 for 1996. The
decrease from the prior year was attributed to a reduction in borrowing activity
in 1997.
Moore's effective tax rate for 1997 was 37% of pretax income compared to 54% for
1996. The fluctuation in the rates resulted from a changing mix of operating
results in countries for which tax loss benefit carryovers were utilized and
recognized in 1997. Statutory rates were applied to pretax income in the United
States. Consistent with previous reporting periods, tax benefits for losses
incurred by certain international subsidiaries in tax jurisdictions outside the
United States had not been fully recognized for financial reporting purposes
because the realization of such benefits was not assured.
Net income for 1997 was $6,468,000 compared to net income of $1,278,000 for
1996. Diluted net income per share was $2.31 for 1997 compared to $0.47 for
1996. The increase in net income from 1996 to 1997 was due primarily to the
higher sales and gross profit discussed above.
1998 Liquidity and Capital Resources
Cash and cash equivalents increased during 1998 by $3,733,000. Positive cash
flow of $9,544,000 generated from operations was primarily used to pay a special
common stock cash dividend of $1,040,000 and for capital expenditures of
$4,658,000. Capital expenditures were related primarily to a new customer
demonstration center and to personal computers and network hardware in support
of ongoing product development and sales promotion.
Working capital decreased $1,235,000 at December 31, 1998, to $40,000,000 from
$41,235,000 at December 31, 1997. Although trade accounts receivable were higher
at December 31, 1998, due to increased fourth quarter sales activity, accounts
payable and advances from customers were also higher, while inventory levels
were reduced by the increased shipments.
At year-end 1998, Moore had lines of credit with U.S. and non-U.S. banks
amounting to $15.6 million. Credit agreements for $3.3 million and $12.3 million
expire on May 31, 1999, and December 30, 1999, respectively. It is anticipated
that such agreements will be extended for additional one-year periods with
similar terms and conditions.
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Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results
of Operations (continued).
Moore had only limited temporary borrowings in 1998 and had no outstanding cash
advances under credit arrangements at December 31, 1998.
In evaluating the 1998 operating results and financial condition, the Board of
Directors of Moore, at its January 1999 meeting, declared a special 22-cent cash
dividend on common stock payable March 1, 1999, to shareholders of record on
February 12, 1999. The payment of future common stock dividends will be
evaluated on a periodic basis.
Management believes that current cash and cash equivalents, cash flows from
operations, and its established credit facilities should be sufficient during
fiscal 1999 to fund planned capital expenditures, working capital needs,
dividends, and other cash requirements. It is intended that undistributed
earnings from non-U.S. subsidiaries will be reinvested in local market growth
and support, and will not be repatriated.
Year 2000 Issue
In 1997, Moore began the initial planning of a comprehensive initiative to
address the impact of the Year 2000 on its information technology and
non-information technology systems and its own products. The company organized a
Year 2000 project team to develop a strategy of evaluation, implementation,
testing and contingency planning to address Moore's Year 2000 readiness. The
evaluation phase involved performing an inventory to identify all internal,
general purpose and production hardware and software systems, as well as any
embedded logic devices used to control equipment or facilities, that required
modification to become Year 2000 compliant. In addition, the company
communicated with all key suppliers of goods and services and customers to
determine their state of Year 2000 readiness, implementation of compliant
systems, and related contingency plans.
Moore's significant U.S.-based business computer systems, including operating
and application software, have been modified, tested and are believed to be
compliant. The remaining company information technology systems requiring
modification or upgrade are in non-U.S. subsidiary locations. These locations,
along with certain non-information technology systems, are expected to be
compliant by June 1999. Communications with suppliers and customers that
interface with Moore's business systems will continue throughout 1999 to try to
assure there is not a significant impact on Moore's operations.
Moore has made an assessment of its current offerings and believes that it has
identified all products that have date-sensitive software or embedded chips.
Analysis by a team of the company's development engineers suggests that Year
2000 and other date-sensitive compliance will have minimal impact on Moore's
products. Test plans to confirm proper operation have been developed and are
completed for 95% of the potentially affected products. The remaining testing is
expected to be completed in the first quarter of 1999.
Amounts expended for Year 2000 projects have not been and are not expected to be
significant to Moore's results of operations or financial condition. The total
costs of Year 2000 projects, incurred to date and/or expected to be incurred,
are currently estimated to be $700,000. Most of these costs involve internal
resources committed to testing and evaluation of the company's products and
upgrade of existing business systems. These costs are expensed as incurred.
Management believes that it has an effective program in place to resolve the
Year 2000 issue in a timely manner. Because of the range of possible issues and
the large number of variables involved, it is impossible to quantify the
potential cost of problems should Moore or its trading partners fail to complete
all Year 2000 plans and become completely Year 2000 compliant. The current
assessment is that such costs and failure of compliance efforts would not have a
materially adverse effect on the company. Moore believes that the most likely
risks of serious Year 2000 business disruption are external in nature, including
disruption of utility and transportation services, customers' non-compliance,
and disruptions in the general economy. To the extent that these factors impact
upon the company's sales or ability to deliver its products and services, they
could have a materially adverse effect on the company. In
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Item 7. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results
of Operations (continued).
addition, Moore could be subject to litigation relating to Year 2000 compliance
issues. The amount of potential liability and lost revenue cannot be reasonably
assessed or estimated at this time.
Because Moore expects to be compliant for all business-critical systems, no
contingency plans have been established at this time. The company will
reevaluate its readiness and that of its customers and suppliers throughout 1999
and determine what, if any, contingency plans are required at that time.
Market and Other Risks
Moore's primary development and manufacturing activities are located in the
United States. Increasing sales of its products into international markets make
the company more vulnerable to such factors as foreign currency exchange rates
or weak economic conditions in global markets to which Moore distributes its
products. The company's operating results are exposed to changes in exchange
rates between the U.S. dollar and the Canadian dollar, the U.K. pound sterling,
and other currencies in Western Europe and Asia-Pacific. To a certain extent,
foreign currency exchange rate movements affect the company's competitive
position, as exchange rate changes may influence business practices and/or
pricing strategies of non-U.S. based competitors. In addition, transactions
between the U.S. parent company and its international subsidiaries, which are
generally denominated in U.S. dollars, are subject to gains or losses in the
consolidated financial statements. The company does not typically hedge these
transactions but attempts to limit exposure to these situations by timely
settlement of the U.S. dollar liabilities in the subsidiary locations. The
company maintains lines of credit in Canada and the United Kingdom to help
facilitate this approach. Foreign exchange transaction losses in 1998 amounted
to less than $50,000.
The Economic Monetary Union (EMU) has initiated changes to monetary policy and
foreign exchange, including adoption of the Euro as a single currency for
several European countries. Based upon Moore's current business structure in
Europe, it is anticipated that these changes will not have a material impact on
the company. Throughout 1999, Moore will continue to evaluate the implications
of this change, including, but not limited to, financial and statutory
reporting, the structure of business transactions, business systems that might
be required to support the change, and its relative competitive position in
geographic markets that participate in the EMU.
Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosure About Market Risk.
Disclosures about market risk are contained in Item 7 above.
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Item 8. Financial Statements and Supplementary Financial Information.
Moore Products Co.
Index To Consolidated Financial Statements
Consolidated Financial Statements included in Item 8: Page
----
Consolidated Income Statements for the years ended
December 31, 1998, 1997 and 1996...................................... 15
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 1998 and 1997............. 16
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for the years ended
December 31, 1998, 1997 and 1996...................................... 17
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements............................... 18-30
Report of Independent Auditors........................................... 31
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Consolidated Income Statements
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Year Ended December 31
1998 1997 1996
----------------------------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
NET SALES ............................. $ 168,113,000 $ 164,247,000 $ 142,892,000
Cost of sales ......................... 104,559,000 95,109,000 83,751,000
------------- ------------- -------------
GROSS PROFIT ..................... 63,554,000 69,138,000 59,141,000
Selling, research, administrative and
general expenses ................... 56,134,000 58,741,000 56,979,000
Write-down of joint venture assets .... -- -- 1,000,000
Net gain from early retirement programs (944,000) -- (2,056,000)
------------- ------------- -------------
OPERATING INCOME ................. 8,364,000 10,397,000 3,218,000
Interest expense ...................... 134,000 172,000 466,000
------------- ------------- -------------
INCOME BEFORE INCOME TAXES ....... 8,230,000 10,225,000 2,752,000
Income tax provision .................. 4,639,000 3,757,000 1,474,000
------------- ------------- -------------
NET INCOME ....................... $ 3,591,000 $ 6,468,000 $ 1,278,000
============= ============= =============
Net income per common share:
Basic............................. $1.37 $2.50 $ .49
===== ===== =====
Diluted........................... $1.26 $2.31 $ .47
===== ===== =====
</TABLE>
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
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Consolidated Balance Sheets
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
December 31
ASSETS 1998 1997
---------------------------------
<S> <C> <C>
CURRENT ASSETS
Cash and cash equivalents ...................................... $ 7,549,000 $ 3,816,000
Trade accounts receivable, less allowances of $1,213,000 in 1998
and $1,771,000 in 1997 ....................................... 41,945,000 40,768,000
Inventories:
Completed instruments ....................................... 2,882,000 3,590,000
Finished parts .............................................. 7,691,000 9,078,000
Work in process ............................................. 4,945,000 5,196,000
Raw materials ............................................... 414,000 453,000
------------- -------------
15,932,000 18,317,000
Prepaid expenses and deferred income taxes ..................... 4,394,000 4,209,000
------------- -------------
TOTAL CURRENT ASSETS ..................................... 69,820,000 67,110,000
PROPERTY, PLANT AND EQUIPMENT
Land ........................................................... 932,000 948,000
Buildings ...................................................... 14,737,000 14,381,000
Machinery and equipment ........................................ 47,513,000 44,197,000
Less: Accumulated depreciation ................................ (47,267,000) (44,257,000)
------------- -------------
15,915,000 15,269,000
OTHER ASSETS
Prepaid pension costs .......................................... 16,232,000 11,613,000
------------- -------------
$ 101,967,000 $ 93,992,000
============= =============
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
CURRENT LIABILITIES
Accounts payable ............................................... $ 10,772,000 $ 8,861,000
Accrued compensation ........................................... 4,022,000 4,890,000
Advances from customers ........................................ 5,076,000 2,977,000
Accrued income taxes ........................................... 1,242,000 1,893,000
Other accrued liabilities ...................................... 8,708,000 7,254,000
------------- -------------
TOTAL CURRENT LIABILITIES ................................ 29,820,000 25,875,000
OTHER LIABILITIES
Postretirement medical benefits and deferred taxes ............. 9,192,000 7,628,000
STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Preferred Stock, 5% cumulative, voting and convertible,
par value $1 per share:
Authorized - 325,000 shares
Issued and outstanding - 175,950 shares ..................... 176,000 176,000
Common Stock, par value $1 per share:
Authorized - 7,500,000 shares
Issued and outstanding - 2,619,471 shares in 1998 and
2,592,628 shares in 1997 .................................. 2,619,000 2,593,000
Capital in excess of par value ................................. 11,479,000 10,980,000
Retained earnings .............................................. 51,169,000 48,627,000
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) .................. (2,488,000) (1,887,000)
------------- -------------
TOTAL STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY ............................... 62,955,000 60,489,000
------------- -------------
$ 101,967,000 $ 93,992,000
============= =============
</TABLE>
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Year Ended December 31
1998 1997 1996
--------------------------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
OPERATING ACTIVITIES
Net income .......................................... $ 3,591,000 $ 6,468,000 $ 1,278,000
Noncash (income) expenses:
Depreciation ................................... 3,940,000 3,542,000 3,384,000
Deferred income taxes .......................... 1,765,000 (147,000) 146,000
Pension and other postretirement benefits ...... (3,781,000) (1,890,000) (805,000)
Net gain from early retirement programs ........ (944,000) -- (2,056,000)
Write-down of joint venture assets ............. -- -- 1,000,000
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Trade accounts receivable ...................... (1,177,000) (10,227,000) 160,000
Inventories .................................... 2,385,000 3,162,000 (1,056,000)
Accounts payable ............................... 1,911,000 2,546,000 242,000
Other accrued liabilities ...................... 1,454,000 2,386,000 787,000
Accrued compensation ........................... (868,000) 2,252,000 332,000
Advances from customers ........................ 2,099,000 (2,152,000) 2,563,000
Accrued income taxes ........................... (551,000) 706,000 309,000
Prepaid expenses ............................... (280,000) 134,000 (496,000)
------------ ------------ ------------
Net cash provided by operating activities ... 9,544,000 6,780,000 5,788,000
INVESTING ACTIVITY
Net purchase of property, plant and equipment .. (4,658,000) (2,452,000) (2,897,000)
FINANCING ACTIVITIES
Decrease in notes payable to bank .............. -- (4,230,000) (76,000)
Proceeds from exercise of stock options ........ 425,000 102,000 45,000
Cash dividends paid ............................ (1,049,000) (41,000) --
------------ ------------ ------------
Net cash used in financing activities ....... (624,000) (4,169,000) (31,000)
Effect of exchange rate changes ..................... (529,000) (409,000) 103,000
------------ ------------ ------------
NET INCREASE (DECREASE) IN CASH
AND CASH EQUIVALENTS ........................... 3,733,000 (250,000) 2,963,000
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year ...... 3,816,000 4,066,000 1,103,000
------------ ------------ ------------
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS
AT END OF YEAR ................................. $ 7,549,000 $ 3,816,000 $ 4,066,000
============ ============ ============
</TABLE>
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
NOTE A - Significant Accounting Policies
Principles of Consolidation: The consolidated financial statements include the
accounts of the company and all subsidiaries. All significant intercompany
accounts and transactions have been eliminated. Investments in affiliated
companies that are not majority owned or controlled are accounted for using the
equity method.
Use of Estimates: The preparation of financial statements in conformity with
generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates
and assumptions that affect the amounts reported in the financial statements and
accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Sales: The company recognizes revenue from sales of products as shipped and
from services as performed.
Cash and Cash Equivalents: The company considers all highly liquid investments,
with a maturity of three months or less when purchased, to be cash equivalents.
The value reported for cash and cash equivalents approximates its fair value.
Concentrations of Credit Risk: Financial instruments that potentially subject
the company to concentrations of credit risk consist principally of temporary
cash investments and trade receivables. The company places its temporary cash
investments with high credit quality financial institutions that invest
primarily in securities backed by the U.S. government, commercial paper of prime
quality, certificates of deposit, and banker's acceptances guaranteed by banks
or savings and loan associations that are members of the FDIC. Concentrations of
credit risk with respect to trade receivables are limited due to the company's
large number of customers and their dispersion across many different industries
and countries worldwide. At December 31, 1998, the company had no significant
concentrations of credit risk.
Inventories: Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market. Cost of
domestic inventories (approximately 62% of consolidated inventories) was
determined by the last-in, first-out (LIFO) method. Current cost exceeded the
LIFO value of inventories by approximately $8,700,000 and $8,400,000 at December
31, 1998 and 1997, respectively. Cost of international inventories was
determined by the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method.
Property, Plant and Equipment: Property, plant and equipment are stated at cost.
Depreciation is provided over the estimated useful lives of the assets using
primarily the straight-line method. Useful lives for principal assets are 15 to
30 years for buildings and 3 to 10 years for machinery and equipment.
Currency Translation: Balance sheets of the company's international operations
are translated to U.S. dollars at the current exchange rate, and income
statements are translated at the average exchange rate for the year; resulting
translation adjustments are made directly to a separate component of
stockholders' equity. Certain other transaction adjustments are reported in
operations.
Research and Development: Research and development costs, which approximated
$12,291,000 in 1998, $11,697,000 in 1997, and $11,416,000 in 1996, are expensed
as incurred.
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NOTE A - Significant Accounting Policies (Continued)
Income Taxes: Income taxes are accounted for under the liability method
prescribed by FASB Statement No. 109. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are
recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between
financial statement carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and
their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured
using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in
which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled.
United States income taxes have not been provided on unremitted earnings of
international subsidiaries because the company plans to continue to finance
international expansion and operating requirements by reinvestment of such
unremitted earnings. It is not practicable to determine the amount of income
taxes that would result from remittance of such earnings.
Changes in Presentation of Comparative Statements: Certain reclassifications
have been made in prior years' financial statements and quarterly data presented
in Note L in order to conform with the current-year basis of presentation.
NOTE B - Nonrecurring/Unusual Items
In 1998 and 1996, the company recorded net pretax gains of $944,000 and
$2,056,000, respectively, for the combined effects of settlements, curtailments
and special termination benefits in connection with early retirement programs
offered to eligible employees in the United States.
In 1996, the company completed a review of joint venture operations in Brazil.
As a result of this review and the decision to refocus business activities, all
assets related to the joint venture with a carrying value of $1,000,000 were
written off.
NOTE C - Credit Agreements
At December 31, 1998, the company had lines of credit with U.S. and non-U.S.
banks of approximately $15,600,000, including a $12,300,000 combined U.S.
dollar/U.K. pound sterling committed revolving credit facility with terms
extending through December 30, 1999. The agreements provide the lender with a
security interest in trade accounts receivable and inventory of the U.S.-based
parent company. The loan agreement further requires maintenance of certain
restrictive financial covenants, including a limitation on the amount of
dividends paid per year. These restrictions are not likely to affect the payment
of dividends. There were no outstanding cash advances under this facility at
December 31, 1998, or December 31, 1997. Cash advances are made at interest
rates tied to the bank's prime or LIBOR. As of December 31, 1998, this line of
credit supported approximately $250,000 of outstanding letters of credit and
approximately $650,000 of financial guarantees arising out of routine trade
activities.
The company's Canadian subsidiary has a $3,300,000 credit facility subject to an
annual renewal and extension on May 31, 1999. Under terms of the agreement, the
lender has a security interest in certain assets of the Canadian subsidiary. The
loan agreement requires maintenance of certain restrictive financial covenants.
There were no outstanding cash advances under this facility at December 31,
1998, or December 31, 1997. Cash advances are made at rates tied to the bank's
prime interest rate.
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NOTE C - Credit Agreements (continued)
The company's United Kingdom subsidiary has approximately $1,000,000 in a
separate credit facility that generally supports periodic bonding and financial
guarantee requirements arising out of routine trade activities. At December 31,
1998, guarantees under this facility were approximately $1,000,000.
The company had only nominal temporary borrowings under credit facilities during
1998 and 1997. Cash outlays for interest approximate interest expense in each of
the years ended December 31, 1998, 1997 and 1996. The fair value of cash
advances under credit agreements approximates the carrying value due to the
short-term maturity of these financial instruments.
NOTE D - Leases
The company leases certain plant, office space and equipment for varying
periods. It is anticipated that in the normal course of business, leases will be
renewed or replaced by other leases. Rent expense for all operating leases of
plant and equipment was $3,600,000 in 1998, $2,700,000 in 1997, and $1,800,000
in 1996. Minimum future rental commitments under operating leases with initial
or remaining lease terms in excess of one year at December 31, 1998, are as
follows:
1999 $3,100,000
2000 2,400,000
2001 1,700,000
2002 1,200,000
2003 700,000
----------
Total $9,100,000
==========
NOTE E - Contingent Liabilities
Various legal actions and proceedings have been or may be initiated or asserted
against the company in the ordinary course of business, including those
pertaining to environmental, contractual and general liability. While the
company has provided reserves for the estimated ultimate liability of such
claims, the final outcome could further impact operations and liquidity in
future periods, but, in the opinion of management, will not have a materially
adverse effect on the financial position of the company.
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NOTE F - Stockholders' Equity
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Accumulated
Capital in Other
Preferred Common Excess of Retained Comprehensive
Stock Stock Par Value Earnings Income (Loss) Total
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------
(Thousands of dollars)
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
BALANCE AT JANUARY 1, 1996 ............. $ 176 $ 2,583 $ 10,843 $ 40,922 $ (1,541) $ 52,983
Net income ............................. -- -- -- 1,278 -- 1,278
Currency translation adjustments ....... -- -- -- -- 248 248
--------
Comprehensive income ................... -- -- -- -- -- 1,526
--------
Exercise of stock options .............. -- 3 42 -- -- 45
-------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
BALANCE AT DECEMBER 31, 1996 ........... 176 2,586 10,885 42,200 (1,293) 54,554
Net income ............................. -- -- -- 6,468 -- 6,468
Currency translation adjustments ....... -- -- -- -- (594) (594)
--------
Comprehensive income ................... -- -- -- -- -- 5,874
--------
Cash dividends paid on preferred stock . -- -- -- (41) -- (41)
Exercise of stock options .............. -- 7 95 -- -- 102
-------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
BALANCE AT DECEMBER 31, 1997 ........... 176 2,593 10,980 48,627 (1,887) 60,489
Net income ............................. -- -- -- 3,591 -- 3,591
Currency translation adjustments ....... -- -- -- -- (601) (601)
--------
Comprehensive income ................... -- -- -- -- -- 2,990
--------
Cash dividends paid on preferred stock . -- -- -- (9) -- (9)
Cash dividends paid on common stock
($.40 per share) .................... -- -- -- (1,040) -- (1,040)
Tax benefit from exercise of
stock options ....................... -- -- 100 -- -- 100
Exercise of stock options .............. -- 26 399 -- -- 425
-------- -------- -------- -------- -------- --------
BALANCE AT DECEMBER 31, 1998 ........... $ 176 $ 2,619 $ 11,479 $ 51,169 $ (2,488) $ 62,955
======== ======== ======== ======== ======== ========
</TABLE>
As of January 1, 1998, the company adopted FASB Statement No. 130, "Reporting
Comprehensive Income." Statement No. 130 establishes new rules for the reporting
and display of comprehensive income and its components; however, the adoption of
this statement had no impact on the company's net income or stockholders'
equity. Statement No. 130 requires currency translation adjustments, which prior
to adoption were reported separately in stockholders' equity, to be included in
other comprehensive income. The only component of accumulated other
comprehensive income (loss) for the company is currency translation adjustments.
The 5% cumulative Preferred Stock, which is redeemable at the election of the
company, is entitled to 5 votes per share. In addition, the preferred shares
may, at the election of the holder, be converted into common shares at a rate of
2.5
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preferred shares for each common share. Cash dividends on common shares can
be paid only after preferred dividends have been fully paid or declared and set
aside for payment. The company's current loan agreement limits any dividend
payments to 50% of the previous quarter's net income after having achieved
positive net income for four consecutive quarters.
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NOTE G - Stock Option Plans
The company's 1994 Incentive Stock Option Plan authorizes the grant of options
to key employees and consultants for up to 750,000 shares of the company's
common stock. Options granted have ten-year terms and generally become vested
and exercisable at the end of five years. The 1997 Non-Employee Directors'
Equity Incentive Plan authorizes the grant of options to outside directors for
up to 50,000 shares of the company's common stock. Options under the 1997 Plan,
which are granted automatically to outside directors following each annual
meeting, have ten-year terms and become fully vested and exercisable at the end
of six months. A summary of the company's stock option activity and related
information for the years ended December 31 is as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1997 1996
------------------------------------------
Number of shares under stock options:
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Outstanding at beginning of year ............ 617,420 395,700 266,900
Granted ............................... 32,500 245,300 139,500
Exercised ............................. (27,210) (7,100) (2,880)
Canceled .............................. (10,380) (16,480) (7,820)
-------- -------- --------
Outstanding at end of year .................. 612,330 617,420 395,700
======== ======== ========
Exercisable at end of year .................. 264,830 177,010 81,300
======== ======== ========
Weighted average exercise price:
Granted ............................... $ 29.62 $ 26.36 $ 18.30
Exercised ............................. 16.08 15.68 15.75
Canceled .............................. 18.19 17.50 15.43
Outstanding at end of year ............ 21.23 20.51 16.67
Exercisable at end of year ............ 18.34 16.71 15.85
</TABLE>
Information with respect to stock options outstanding and exercisable at
December 31, 1998, is as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
OPTIONS OUTSTANDING OPTIONS EXERCISABLE
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------
Range Number Weighted Average Weighted Number Weighted
of Outstanding Remaining Average Exercisable Average
Exercise at Life Exercise at Exercise
Prices 12/31/98 (in years) Price 12/31/98 Price
- ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
$13.85 - $17.31 203,730 5.5 $15.74 140,270 $15.75
$17.32 - $20.78 137,500 6.8 18.23 77,900 18.22
$20.79 - $24.24 77,300 8.1 21.46 21,200 21.47
$24.25 - $27.70 8,000 9.6 27.50 -- --
$27.71 - $31.16 178,800 8.9 28.89 18,460 28.88
$31.17 - $34.63 7,000 9.3 34.63 7,000 34.63
------- -------
612,330 7.2 $21.23 264,830 $18.34
======= =======
</TABLE>
Pro forma information regarding net income and earnings per share is required by
FASB Statement No. 123 and has been determined as if the company had accounted
for its employee stock options under the fair value method of that statement.
The fair value for these options was estimated at the date of grant using a
Black-Scholes option pricing model with the following weighted average
assumptions for 1998, 1997 and 1996, respectively: risk-free interest rates of
4.6%, 5.7% and 6.2%; volatility factors of the expected market price of the
company's common stock of 32.7%, 32.5% and 27.1%; a weighted average expected
life of the option of 6 years; and no dividend yield.
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NOTE G - Stock Option Plans (continued)
For purposes of pro forma disclosures, the estimated fair value of the options
is amortized to expense over the options' vesting period. The pro forma
information follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1997 1996
-------------------------------------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Pro forma net income ................................. $ 2,580,000 $ 5,971,000 $ 1,067,000
Pro forma net income per share
Basic ......................................... $ .99 $ 2.30 $ .41
Diluted ....................................... $ .90 $ 2.14 $ .40
</TABLE>
NOTE H - Earnings Per Share
Basic and diluted earnings per share are computed as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1997 1996
--------------------------------------------------------
Numerator:
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Net income ................................................... $ 3,591,000 $ 6,468,000 $ 1,278,000
Preferred stock dividends .................................... (9,000) (9,000) (9,000)
----------- ----------- -----------
Numerator for basic earnings per share -
income available to common stockholders .................... 3,582,000 6,459,000 1,269,000
Effect of dilutive securities:
Preferred stock dividends .................................. 9,000 9,000 9,000
----------- ----------- -----------
Numerator for diluted earnings per share -
income available to common stockholders
after assumed conversions .................................. $ 3,591,000 $ 6,468,000 $ 1,278,000
=========== =========== ===========
Denominator:
Denominator for basic earnings per share -
weighted average shares .................................... 2,611,915 2,587,662 2,584,154
Effect of dilutive securities:
Stock options .............................................. 171,210 136,212 37,157
Convertible preferred stock ................................ 70,380 70,380 70,380
----------- ----------- -----------
Dilutive potential common shares ............................. 241,590 206,592 107,537
----------- ----------- -----------
Denominator for diluted earnings
per share - adjusted weighted average shares
and assumed conversions .................................. 2,853,505 2,794,254 2,691,691
=========== =========== ===========
Basic net income per share ....................................... $ 1.37 $ 2.50 $ .49
=========== =========== ===========
Diluted net income per share ..................................... $ 1.26 $ 2.31 $ .47
=========== =========== ===========
</TABLE>
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NOTE I - Income Taxes
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1997 1996
---------------------------------------------------
(Thousands of dollars)
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Income before income taxes consisted of the following:
United States ........................................................ $ 8,667 $ 8,221 $ 2,371
Other countries ...................................................... (437) 2,004 381
-------- -------- --------
Total ......................................................... $ 8,230 $ 10,225 $ 2,752
======== ======== ========
Income tax provision consisted of the following:
Current:
Federal ....................................................... $ 1,395 $ 2,828 $ 784
State ......................................................... 315 677 50
Other countries ............................................... 1,164 399 494
-------- -------- --------
2,874 3,904 1,328
Deferred ......................................................... 1,765 (147) 146
-------- -------- --------
TOTAL INCOME TAX EXPENSE ............................................. $ 4,639 $ 3,757 $ 1,474
======== ======== ========
NET INCOME TAXES PAID ................................................ $ 3,469 $ 2,882 $ 924
======== ======== ========
</TABLE>
The differences between the provision for income taxes and income tax expense
using the U.S. federal statutory rate were as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1997 1996
----------------------------------------------
Thousands of dollars)
<S> .......................................................................... <C> <C> <C>
Tax expense at the federal statutory rate (34%) .............................. $ 2,798 $ 3,477 $ 936
Losses in countries for which no tax benefit is recognized ................... 1,073 511 274
Losses in countries for which benefit is recognized currently ................ -- (897) (15)
Other countries' rate differences ............................................ 239 103 105
State income tax, net of federal tax benefit ................................. 414 374 100
Permanent differences ........................................................ 161 102 74
Other ........................................................................ (46) 87 --
------- ------- -------
Provision for income taxes ............................................... $ 4,639 $ 3,757 $ 1,474
======= ======= =======
</TABLE>
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NOTE I - Income Taxes (continued)
The components of deferred tax liabilities and assets are as follows:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1997 1996
-----------------------------------------------
(Thousands of dollars)
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Deferred tax liabilities:
Tax over book depreciation ............................................ $ 1,580 $ 1,776 $ 1,915
Prepaid pension costs ................................................. 6,303 4,522 4,197
------- ------- -------
Total deferred tax liabilities ..................................... 7,883 6,298 6,112
Deferred tax assets:
Net operating loss carryforwards - other countries .................... 3,136 2,293 3,161
Postretirement medical benefits ....................................... 1,385 1,453 1,489
Inventories ........................................................... 1,546 1,655 1,475
Vacation obligations .................................................. 595 535 460
Alternative minimum tax credits ....................................... -- -- 264
Accruals and reserves ................................................. 1,824 1,816 1,315
------- ------- -------
Total deferred tax assets .......................................... 8,486 7,752 8,164
Valuation allowance for deferred tax assets ........................... (3,362) (2,519) (3,161)
------- ------- -------
Net deferred tax assets ............................................ 5,124 5,233 5,003
------- ------- -------
Net deferred tax liabilities ....................................... $ 2,759 $ 1,065 $ 1,109
======= ======= =======
</TABLE>
The company's international subsidiaries have net operating loss carryforwards
that amount to approximately $9.0 million for income tax purposes, including
approximately $6.3 million with unlimited expiration. The balance of $2.7
million expires in varying amounts beginning in years 1999 though 2006. For
financial reporting purposes, a valuation allowance has been recognized to
offset the deferred tax assets related to these carryforwards. Utilization of
these net operating losses is contingent upon various international operations
generating sufficient taxable income, which cannot be ascertained at this time.
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NOTE J - Employee Retirement Plans
The company has defined benefit pension plans that cover substantially all
United States and Canadian employees. These plans provide benefits based upon
years of service and compensation prior to retirement. Pension costs are funded
as actuarially determined and to the extent cash contributions are deductible
for tax purposes.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1997
----------------------------
(Thousands of dollars)
<S> <C> <C>
Change in plan assets
Fair value of plan assets at beginning of year .................. $ 127,790 $ 103,724
Actual return on plan assets .................................... 15,025 30,168
Currency exchange rate changes .................................. (320) (254)
Benefits paid ................................................... (2,328) (2,294)
Curtailments or settlements ..................................... (861) (3,190)
Other (administrative expenses) ................................. (342) (364)
--------- ---------
Fair value of plan assets at end of year ........................ 138,964 127,790
--------- ---------
Change in pension obligation
Pension obligation at beginning of year ......................... 58,183 56,583
Service cost .................................................... 2,672 2,450
Interest cost ................................................... 4,027 3,830
Actuarial losses ................................................ 5,380 1,402
Currency exchange rate changes .................................. (188) (232)
Benefits and settlements paid ................................... (3,189) (2,294)
Curtailments or settlements ..................................... (889) (3,556)
--------- ---------
Pension obligation at end of year ............................... 65,996 58,183
--------- ---------
Funded status of the plan ........................................... 72,968 69,607
Unrecognized actuarial gains ................................ (53,810) (54,461)
Unrecognized transition asset ................................... (3,748) (4,458)
Unamortized prior service cost .................................. 822 925
--------- ---------
Prepaid pension costs ............................................... $ 16,232 $ 11,613
========= =========
</TABLE>
Significant assumptions used in accounting for the pension plans are:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1997
----------------------------------
<S> <C> <C>
Weighted average discount rate ...................................... 6.50% 7.00%
Long-term rate of return on plan assets ............................. 8.00% 8.00%
Rate of increase in future compensation levels ...................... Graded from Graded from
7.44% to 2.80% 7.44% to 2.80%
at ages 21 to 60 at ages 21 to 60
</TABLE>
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NOTE J - Employee Retirement Plans (continued)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998 1997 1996
------------------------------------------
(Thousands of dollars)
<S> <C> <C> <C>
Components of net periodic pension income:
Service cost .................................................... $ 2,672 $ 2,450 $ 2,626
Interest cost ................................................... 4,027 3,830 4,141
Actual return on plan assets .................................... (15,025) (30,168) (19,677)
Amortization of prior service cost .............................. 55 55 73
Amortization of transition asset ................................ (641) (649) (796)
Net amortization and deferral ................................... 5,233 23,369 12,993
Gain due to settlements or curtailments ......................... (944) -- (3,066)
-------- -------- --------
Net periodic pension income ..................................... $ (4,623) $ (1,113) $ (3,706)
======== ======== =========
</TABLE>
In addition to the defined benefit plans described above, the company also
sponsors defined contribution plans within the United States and the United
Kingdom. Under the U.S. plan, the company matches 50% of participants' tax
deferred contributions on the first 4% of participants' compensation. The U.K.
plans cover all full-time employees and provide for contributions of 6% of
salary. Amounts charged to expense for these plans were approximately $1,004,000
in 1998, $906,000 in 1997, and $764,000 in 1996.
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NOTE K - Postretirement Benefits Other Than Pensions
The company provides medical insurance benefits to early retirees in the United
States until they reach age 65. A summary of the changes in the unfunded
accumulated postretirement benefit obligation and reconciliation to the accrued
postretirement medical benefit cost follows.
1998 1997
---------------------
(Thousands of dollars)
Benefit obligation at beginning of year .............. $ 3,129 $ 3,136
Service cost ..................................... 108 92
Interest cost .................................... 210 213
Actuarial losses ................................. 45 --
Changes in actuarial assumptions ................. 150 65
Benefits paid .................................... (416) (377)
Settlements ...................................... 106 --
------- -------
Benefit obligation at end of year .................... 3,332 3,129
Unrecognized net gain ............................ 316 518
Settlements ...................................... (106) --
Unrecognized prior service cost .................. 12 13
------- -------
Accrued postretirement medical benefit cost .......... $ 3,554 $ 3,660
======= =======
The discount rate used in determining the accumulated postretirement benefit
obligation was 6.50% at December 31, 1998, and 7.00% at December 31, 1997.
1998 1997 1996
---------------------------------
(Thousands of dollars)
Components of net periodic benefit costs
Service cost of benefits earned .......... $ 108 $ 92 $ 86
Interest cost ............................ 210 213 183
Net amortization and deferral ............ (8) (15) (17)
----- ----- -----
Net periodic benefit costs ............... $ 310 $ 290 $ 252
===== ===== =====
The assumed health care cost trend rate used in measuring the accumulated
postretirement benefit obligation was 7.00% in 1998 (same as the rate previously
assumed for 1997) and is assumed to remain at that level thereafter. The assumed
health care cost trend rate has a significant effect on the amounts reported. A
one-percentage-point change in this rate would have the following effects:
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1-Percentage- 1-Percentage-
Point Point
Increase Decrease
----------------------------------
(Thousands of dollars)
<S> <C> <C>
Effect on total of service and interest cost components
in 1998 ................................................................ $ 42 $ (35)
Effect on postretirement benefit obligation as of
December 31, 1998 ...................................................... $ 300 $(260)
</TABLE>
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NOTE L - Quarterly Data (Unaudited)
(Thousands of dollars, except per share data)
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1998
Quarter Ended
March 31 June 30 September 30 December 31*
-------------------------------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Net sales ...................................... $38,356 $43,642 $40,738 $45,377
Gross profit ................................... 15,459 16,973 15,810 15,312
Net income ..................................... 1,202 1,356 577 456
Net income per share:
Basic ................................ $ .46 $ .52 $ .22 $ .17
Diluted .................................... .41 .47 .20 .16
Stock price range:
High ....................................... 36 1/2 36 30 3/8 28
Low ........................................ 31 1/2 27 3/4 20 18
</TABLE>
*See Note B for explanation of unusual item.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
1997
Quarter Ended
March 31 June 30 September 30 December 31
--------------------------------------------------------
<S> ............................................ <C> <C> <C>
Net sales ...................................... $37,818 $37,897 $40,423 $48,109
Gross profit ................................... 15,468 15,974 17,357 20,339
Net income ..................................... 1,055 1,048 1,787 2,578
Net income per share:
Basic ...................................... $ .41 $ .40 $ .69 $ .99
Diluted .................................... .38 .38 .65 .90
Stock price range:
High ....................................... 26 1/2 23 1/2 24 1/2 39 1/4
Low ........................................ 18 20 3/4 21 23 5/16
</TABLE>
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NOTE M - Segment and Geographic Information
The company operates exclusively in one industry segment, the business of
developing, manufacturing and selling process measurement and control
instruments and systems. In addition to its principal manufacturing operations
and markets in the United States, the company conducts sales, customer support
and service operations out of other locations in Europe, North America and
Asia-Pacific. The following table presents financial information by geographic
region for the years 1998, 1997 and 1996.
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
United
States Europe Other Eliminations Consolidated
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------
(Thousands of dollars)
1998
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
Sales to unaffiliated customers ............ $120,518 $ 28,565 $ 19,030 $ -- $168,113
Sales and transfers between
geographic areas ...................... 16,278 2,035 2,178 (20,491) --
-------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Total revenue .............................. $136,796 $ 30,600 $ 21,208 $(20,491) $168,113
======== ======== ======== ======== ========
Operating income (loss) .................... $ 9,013 $ (2,482) $ 2,127 $ (294) $ 8,364
Net property, plant and equipment .......... 12,118 2,188 1,609 -- 15,915
Total assets ............................... 84,891 18,968 13,992 (15,884) 101,967
1997
Sales to unaffiliated customers ............ $121,687 $ 23,403 $ 19,157 $ -- $164,247
Sales and transfers between
geographic areas ...................... 16,062 1,032 2,822 (19,916) --
-------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Total revenue .............................. $137,749 $ 24,435 $ 21,979 $(19,916) $164,247
======== ======== ======== ======== ========
Operating income ........................... $ 8,180 $ 2,133 $ 37 $ 47 $ 10,397
Net property, plant and equipment .......... 11,774 1,931 1,564 -- 15,269
Total assets ............................... 79,427 18,606 11,462 (15,503) 93,992
1996
Sales to unaffiliated customers ............ $104,898 $ 18,582 $ 19,412 $ -- $142,892
Sales and transfers between
geographic areas ...................... 16,039 1,263 2,609 (19,911) --
-------- -------- -------- -------- --------
Total revenue .............................. $120,937 $ 19,845 $ 22,021 $(19,911) $142,892
======== ======== ======== ======== ========
Operating income (loss) .................... $ 2,901 $ (533) $ 1,209 $ (359) $ 3,218
Net property, plant and equipment .......... 12,806 2,034 1,704 -- 16,544
Total asset ................................ 73,353 12,606 12,087 (11,999) 86,047
</TABLE>
In the previous table, "United States" includes all domestic operations. "Other"
includes subsidiaries located in Canada, Mexico, Australia and Singapore. Sales
between geographic areas are accounted for at cost plus a reasonable profit.
Total assets are those assets identified with the operations in each area.
United States sales to unaffiliated customers include export sales of $13.9
million in 1998, $12.0 million in 1997 and $12.9 million in 1996.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS
The Board of Directors and Stockholders of Moore Products Co.
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Moore
Products Co. as of December 31, 1998 and 1997, and the related consolidated
income statements and statements of cash flows for each of the three years in
the period ended December 31, 1998. Our audits also included the financial
statement schedule listed in the Index at Item 14(a). These financial statements
and schedule are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our
responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial statements and
schedule 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 financial statements referred to above present fairly,
in all material respects, the consolidated financial position of Moore Products
Co. at December 31, 1998 and 1997, and the consolidated results of its
operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended
December 31, 1998, in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles.
Also, in our opinion, the related financial statement schedule, when considered
in relation to the basic financial statements taken as a whole, presents fairly
in all material respects the information set forth therein.
\s\ Ernst & Young LLP
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
January 28, 1999
Item 9. Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and
Financial Disclosure.
Not applicable.
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PART III
As indicated in the following table, the information required to be
presented in Part III of this report (other than the information concerning
executive officers as set forth at the end of Item 4 herein) is hereby
incorporated by reference to Moore's definitive Proxy Statement for its 1999
Annual Meeting of Shareholders, to be filed with the Securities and Exchange
Commission within 120 days of the end of the fiscal year covered by this report:
<TABLE>
<S> <C>
Material in Proxy Statement for 1999
Annual Meeting which is incorporated
herein by reference
-----------------------------------------
Form 10-K Item No. and Item Caption Caption
- -------------------------------------------- -----------------------------------------
10 Directors and Executive Officers of Moore. "1. ELECTION OF DIRECTORS" and "COMPLIANCE WITH
SECTION 16(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934"
11 Executive Compensation. "ADDITIONAL INFORMATION"
12 Security Ownership of Certain Beneficial Owners "Beneficial Ownership of Principal
and Management. Shareholders and Management"
13 Certain Relationships and Related Transactions. "Compensation of Directors"
</TABLE>
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PART IV
Item 14. Exhibits, Financial Statement Schedules, and Reports on Form 8-K.
(a)(1) Financial Statements
The following consolidated financial statements of Moore and its
subsidiaries are included in Item 8:
Consolidated Income Statements - Years ended December 31, 1998, 1997
and 1996
Consolidated Balance Sheets - December 31, 1998 and December 31, 1997
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - Years ended December 31, 1998,
1997 and 1996
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements - December 31, 1998
Report of Independent Auditors
(a)(2) Financial Statement Schedule
Schedule
Page Number
---- --------
Valuation and Qualifying Accounts 37 II
All other schedules for which provision is made in the applicable
accounting regulation of the Securities and Exchange Commission are not required
under the related instructions or are inapplicable and therefore have been
omitted.
(a)(3) Exhibits
Exhibit
Number Description
- -------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------
3a Restated Articles of Incorporation. (Incorporated by reference to
Exhibit 3a to Moore's 1997 Form 10-K.)
3b By-Laws, as amended through October 30, 1998. (Filed herewith.)
4 Instruments defining the rights of security holders. (Reference is
made to (i) Articles 5 and 10 of Moore's Articles of Incorporation
(Exhibit 3a to this report) and (ii) Articles III, IV, VIII, X and
XIII of Moore's By-Laws (Exhibit 3b to this report).)
10a Registration Rights Agreement entered into as of December 18, 1995,
between Moore Products Co. and Mellon Bank N.A., as trustee for the
Moore Products Co. Pension Plan. (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit
10 to Moore's 1995 Form 10-K.)
10b* 1994 Incentive Stock Option and Non-qualified Stock Option Plan, as
amended. (Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10a to Moore's Form
10-Q for the quarter ended September 30, 1997.)
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Exhibit
Number Description
- -------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------
10c* 1997 Non-Employee Directors' Equity Incentive Plan. (Incorporated by
reference to Exhibit 10b to Moore's Form 10-Q for the quarter ended
September 30, 1997.)
10d* Form of agreement with Raymond M. Reed, dated June 7, 1996.
(Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10a to Moore's Form 10-Q for the
quarter ended September 30, 1996.)
10e* Form of agreement with Edward T. Hurd, dated June 13, 1996.
(Incorporated by reference to Exhibit 10b to Moore's Form 10-Q for the
quarter ended September 30, 1996.)
10f* Summary of Employment Terms with Donald E. Bogle. (Incorporated by
reference to Exhibit 10g to Moore's Form 10-K for the year ended
December 31, 1997.)
21 Subsidiaries of Moore. (Filed herewith.)
23 Consent of Independent Auditors. (Filed herewith.)
27.1 Financial Data Schedule for Year Ended December 31, 1998. (Filed
herewith.)
27.2 Restated Financial Data Schedule for Years Ended December 31, 1997 and
1996. (Filed herewith.)
27.3 Restated Financial Data Schedule for Quarters Ended March 31,1997,
June 30, 1997 and September 30, 1997. (Filed herewith.)
* Indicates a management contract, arrangement or compensatory plan.
------------------
(b) No reports on Form 8-K were filed by Moore during the last quarter of 1998.
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SIGNATURES
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, Moore has duly caused this report to be signed on its
behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
MOORE PRODUCTS CO.
\s\ D. E. Bogle
------------------------------
Date: March 25, 1999 D. E. Bogle, President and
Chief Executive Officer
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, this
report has been signed below by the following persons on behalf of Moore and in
the capacities and on the dates indicated.
\s\ D. E. Bogle
-----------------------------------------
Date: March 25, 1999 D. E. Bogle, President,
Chief Executive Officer and Director
s\ E. J. Curry
-----------------------------------------
Date: March 25, 1999 E. J. Curry, Executive Vice President,
Chief Operating Officer and Director
\s\ R. E. Wisniewski
-----------------------------------------
Date: March 25, 1999 R. E. Wisniewski
Secretary and Treasurer
(Principal Financial & Accounting Officer)
-----------------------------------------
Date: R. B. Adams, Director
-----------------------------------------
Date: F. L. Hindle, Director
\s\ E. T. Hurd
-----------------------------------------
Date: March 25, 1999 E. T. Hurd, Director
\s\ J. O. Moore
-----------------------------------------
Date: March 25, 1999 J. O. Moore, Director
-----------------------------------------
Date: T. C. Moore, Director
\s\ W. B. Moore
-----------------------------------------
Date: March 25, 1999 W. B. Moore, Director
-----------------------------------------
Date: R. H. Owens, Director
-----------------------------------------
Date: R. M. Reed, Director
\s\ E. G. Rorke
-----------------------------------------
Date: March 25, 1999 E. G. Rorke, Director
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EXHIBIT INDEX
Exhibit
Number Description
- -------- ----------------------------------------------------------------------
3b By-Laws, as amended through October 30, 1998. (Filed herewith.)
21 Subsidiaries of Moore. (Filed herewith.)
23 Consent of Independent Auditors. (Filed herewith.)
27.1 Financial Data Schedule for Year Ended December 31, 1998. (Filed
herewith.)
27.2 Restated Financial Data Schedule for Years Ended December 31, 1997 and
1996. (Filed herewith.)
27.3 Restated Financial Data Schedule for Quarters Ended March 31, 1997,
June 30, 1997 and September 30, 1997. (Filed herewith.)
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Moore Products Co.
SCHEDULE II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Additions
-----------------------
Charged
Balance at Charged to to Other
Beginning Costs and Accounts Deductions Balance at End
Description of Period Expenses - Describe - Describe of Period
- -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
<S> <C> <C> <C> <C> <C>
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1998
Reserves and allowances
deducted from asset accounts:
Allowance for
doubtful accounts $1,771,000 $ 42,000 $--- $ 600,000(1) $1,213,000
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1997
Reserves and allowances
deducted from asset accounts:
Allowance for
doubtful accounts $ 830,000 $1,016,000 $--- $ 75,000(1) $1,771,000
YEAR ENDED DECEMBER 31, 1996
Reserves and allowances
deducted from asset accounts:
Allowance for
doubtful accounts $ 205,000 $ 647,000 $--- $ 22,000(1) $ 830,000
</TABLE>
(1) Recoveries, uncollectible accounts written off, and foreign currency
translation adjustments.
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Exhibit 3b
B Y - L A W S
MOORE PRODUCTS CO.
Amended Through October 30, 1998
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B Y - L A W S
MOORE PRODUCTS CO.
ARTICLE I - OFFICES
1. The registered office of the corporation shall be at Sumneytown Pike,
Spring House, Pennsylvania 19477.
2. The corporation may also have offices at such other places as the Board
of Directors may from time to time appoint or the business of the corporation
may require.
ARTICLE II - SEAL
1. The Corporate Seal shall have inscribed thereon the name of the
corporation, the year of its organization, and the words "Corporate Seal,
Pennsylvania."
ARTICLE III - SHAREHOLDERS' MEETING
1. Meetings of the shareholders shall be held at the office of the
corporation at Sumneytown Pike, Spring House, Pennsylvania 19477, or at such
other place or places, either within or without the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania, as may from time be stated in the notice of meeting.
2. The annual meeting of the shareholders shall be held at a date to be
fixed by the Board of Directors between April 15th and May 15th inclusive in
each year, when they shall elect directors, and transact such other business as
may properly be brought before the meeting. If the annual meeting shall not be
called and held within six months after the designated time, any shareholder may
call such meeting.
3. The presence, in person or by proxy, of the holders of a majority of the
outstanding shares of each class entitled to vote shall constitute a quorum at
all meetings of the shareholders for the transaction of business except as
otherwise provided by law, by the Articles of Incorporation or by these By-Laws.
If, however, such quorum shall not be present or represented at any meeting of
the shareholders, those entitled to vote thereat, present in person or
represented by proxy, shall have power to adjourn the meeting from time to time,
without notice other than announcement at the meeting, until the requisite
number of shares shall be present. In the case of any meeting called for the
election of directors, adjournment or adjournments may be taken only from day to
day until such directors have been elected, and those who attend the second of
such adjourned meetings, although less than a quorum, shall nevertheless
constitute a quorum for the purpose of electing directors.
4. At each meeting of the shareholders every shareholder having the right
to vote shall be entitled to vote in person or by proxy appointed by an
instrument in writing subscribed by such shareholder and delivered to the
secretary at the meeting. No unrevoked proxy shall be valid after eleven months
from the date of its execution, unless a longer time is expressly provided
therein, but in no event shall a proxy, unless coupled with an interest, be
voted on after three years from the date of its execution. In all elections for
directors, no cumulative voting shall be allowed. Except upon demand made by a
shareholder at an election for directors before the voting begins, the election
need not be by ballot. No share shall be voted at any meeting upon which any
installment is due and unpaid. The original share ledger or transfer book, or a
duplicate thereof kept in this Commonwealth, shall be prima facie evidence of
the right of the person named therein to vote thereon.
5. Written notice of the annual meeting shall be mailed to each shareholder
entitled to vote thereat, at such address as appears on the books of the
corporation, at least ten (10) days prior to the meeting.
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6. In advance of any meeting of shareholders, the Board of Directors may
appoint judges of election, who need not be shareholders, to act at such meeting
or any adjournment thereof. If judges of election be not so appointed, the
chairman of any such meeting may, and on the request of any shareholder or his
proxy, shall make such appointment at the meeting. The number of judges shall be
one or three. If appointed at a meeting on the request of one or more
shareholders or proxies, the majority of shares present and entitled to vote
shall determine whether one or three judges are to be appointed. On request of
the chairman of the meeting, or of any shareholder or his proxy, the judges
shall make a report in writing of any challenge or question or matter determined
by them, and execute a certificate of any fact found by them. No person who is a
candidate for office shall act as a judge.
7. Special meetings of the shareholders may be called at any time by the
President, or the Board of Directors, or the holders of not less than one-fifth
of any class of shares outstanding and entitled to vote. At any time, upon
written request of any person entitled to call a special meeting, it shall be
the duty of the Secretary to call a special meeting of the shareholders, to be
held at such time as the secretary may fix, not less than ten (10) nor more than
sixty (60) days after receipt of the request.
8. Business transacted at all special meetings shall be confined to the
objects stated in the call and matters germane thereto.
9. Written notice of a special meeting of shareholders stating the time and
place and object thereof, shall be mailed, postage prepaid, to each shareholder
entitled to vote thereat at such address as appears on the books of the
corporation, at least ten (10) days before such meeting, unless a greater period
of notice is required by statute in a particular case.
10. The officer or agent having charge of the transfer books shall make, at
least ten (10) days before each meeting of shareholders, a complete list of the
shareholders entitled to vote at the meeting, arranged in alphabetical order,
with the address of and the number of shares held by each, which list shall be
subject to inspection by any shareholder at any time during the usual business
hours. Such list shall also be produced and kept open at the time and place of
the meeting, and shall be subject to the inspection of any shareholder during
the whole time of the meeting. The original share ledger or transfer book, or a
duplicate thereof kept in this Commonwealth, shall be prima facie evidence as to
who are the shareholders entitled to examine such list or share ledger or
transfer book, or to vote in person or by proxy, at any meeting of the
shareholders.
ARTICLE IV - DIRECTORS
1. The business of the corporation shall be managed by a Board of
Directors, not less than five nor more than eleven in number, who need not be
residents of this Commonwealth or shareholders of this corporation. The Board
shall be divided into four classes of directors. At the annual meeting of the
shareholders held in 1973, the shareholders shall elect four classes of
directors to serve for terms of four years, three years, two years and one year.
At each annual meeting of the shareholders held after 1973, the shareholders
shall elect one class of directors to serve for a term of four years. The total
number of directors and the number of directors in each class (all of which
shall be as nearly equal as possible), shall be fixed by resolution of the
Board, and may be changed from time to time by resolution of the Board prior to
any election. Directors may also be elected for terms less than four years, to
fill vacancies or to equalize the classes of directors.
The Board of Directors shall choose one director to serve as Chairman. The
Chairman shall hold office for one year or until a successor is chosen and has
qualified. The Chairman shall preside at all meetings of the shareholders and
directors at which such Chairman is present and shall have such further
authority and duties as from time to time shall be prescribed by the Board. The
position of Chairman may also be accorded officerial status if expressly so
prescribed by resolution of the Board pursuant to Section 1 of Article V of
these By-Laws.
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Vacancies in the Board of Directors, including vacancies resulting from an
increase in the number of directors, shall be filled by a majority of the
remaining members of the Board though less than a quorum, and each person so
elected shall be a director until his successor is elected by the shareholders,
who may make such election at the next annual meeting of the shareholders or at
any special meeting duly called for that purpose and held prior thereto.
2. In addition to the powers and authorities by these By-Laws expressly
conferred upon them, the Board may exercise all such powers of the corporation
and do all such lawful acts and things as are not by statute or by the Articles
or by these By-Laws directed or required to be exercised or done by the
shareholders.
3. The meetings of the Board of Directors may be held at such place within
this Commonwealth, or elsewhere, as a majority of the directors may from time to
time appoint, or as may be designated in the notice calling the meeting.
4. Each newly elected Board shall meet at such place and time as may be
fixed by the shareholders at the meeting at which such directors are elected and
no notice shall be necessary to the newly elected directors in order legally to
constitute the meeting, or (if such place and time are not fixed by the
shareholders) they may meet at such place and time as may be fixed by the
consent in writing of all the directors.
5. Regular meetings of the Board shall be held without notice on the fourth
Friday of February, and the first Friday of May, August, and November at 11:30
o'clock A.M. at the registered office of the corporation, or at such other time
and place as shall be determined by the Board.
6. Special meetings of the Board may be called by the President on one
day's notice to each director, either personally or by mail or by telegram;
special meetings shall be called by the President or Secretary in like manner
and on like notice on the written request of two directors.
7. A majority of the directors in office shall be necessary to constitute a
quorum for the transaction of business, and the acts of a majority of the
directors present at a meeting at which a quorum is present shall be the acts of
the Board of Directors. If all the directors shall severally or collectively
consent in writing to any action to be taken by the corporation, such action
shall be as valid corporate action as though it had been authorized at a meeting
of the Board of Directors.
8. Directors as such, shall not receive any stated salary for their
services, but by resolution of the Board, a fixed sum and expenses of
attendance, if any, may be allowed for attendance at each regular or special
meeting of the Board PROVIDED, that nothing herein contained shall be construed
to preclude any director from serving the corporation in any other capacity and
receiving compensation therefor.
9. A director of the Corporation shall not be personally liable for
monetary damages for any action taken, or any failure to take any action, as a
director to the fullest extent permitted under the terms of the Directors'
Liability Act, 42 Pa. C.S. S8361 et seq., as the same may be amended from time
to time, or under any applicable Pennsylvania statute thereafter enacted. This
limitation of liability shall be effective, to the extent permitted by
applicable law, with respect to any actions taken or omitted occurring on or
after January 27, 1987. Any repeal or modification of this section shall be
prospective only, and shall not adversely affect any limitation on the personal
liability of a director of the corporation existing at the time of such repeal
or modification.
ARTICLE V - OFFICERS
1. The officers of the corporation shall be chosen by the Board of
Directors and shall be a President, Secretary and Treasurer. The Board of
Directors may also, by resolution, accord officerial status to the Chairman, and
may choose as officers one or more Vice-Presidents and such other officers,
assistants and agents as it shall deem
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necessary. The foregoing officers shall have such authority and shall
perform such duties as from time to time shall be prescribed by the Board. Any
two or more offices may be held by the same person, except the offices of
President and Secretary. It shall not be necessary for the officers to be
directors.
2. The salaries of all officers of the corporation shall be fixed by the
Board of Directors. The salaries of assistants, agents or employees shall be
fixed by the President or by such subordinate as he may designate.
3. The officers of the corporation shall hold office for one year and until
their successors are chosen and have qualified. Any officer elected or appointed
by the Board of Directors may be removed by the Board of Directors whenever in
their judgment the best interests of the corporation will be served thereby.
4. The President shall be the chief executive officer of the corporation;
he shall have general and active management of the business of the corporation,
and shall see that all orders and resolutions of the Board are carried into
effect, subject, however, to the right of the directors to delegate any specific
powers, except such as may be by statute exclusively conferred on the President,
to any other officer or officers of the corporation. He shall execute bonds,
mortgages and other contracts requiring a seal, under the seal of the
corporation. He shall be EX-OFFICIO a member of all committees, and shall have
the general powers and duties of supervision and management usually vested in
the office of President of a corporation.
5. The Secretary shall attend all sessions of the Board and all meetings of
the shareholders and act as clerk thereof, and record all the votes of the
corporation and the minutes of all its transactions in a book to be kept for
that purpose; and shall perform like duties for all committees of the Board of
Directors when required. He shall give, or cause to be given, notice of all
meetings of the shareholders and of the Board of Directors, and shall perform
such other duties as may be prescribed by the Board of Directors or President,
under whose supervision he shall be. He shall keep in safe custody the corporate
seal of the corporation, and when authorized by the Board, affix the same to any
instrument requiring it.
6. The Treasurer shall have custody of the corporate funds and securities
and shall keep full and accurate accounts of receipts and disbursements in books
belonging to the corporation, and shall keep the moneys of the corporation in a
separate account to the credit of the corporation. He shall disburse the funds
of the corporation as may be ordered by the Board, taking proper vouchers for
such disbursements, and shall render to the President and directors, at the
regular meetings of the Board, or whenever they may require it, an account of
all his transactions as Treasurer and of the financial condition of the
corporation.
ARTICLE VI - VACANCIES
1. If the office of any officer, one or more, becomes vacant for any
reason, the Board of Directors may choose a successor or successors, who shall
hold office for the unexpired term in respect of which such vacancy occurred.
2. Vacancies in the Board of Directors shall be filled by a majority of the
remaining members of the Board though less than a quorum, and each person so
elected shall be a director until his successor is elected by the shareholders,
who may make such election at the next annual meeting of the shareholders or at
any special meeting duly called for that purpose and held prior thereto, to
serve for the unexpired term of the director whose place is being filled.
ARTICLE VII - CORPORATE RECORDS
There shall be kept at the registered office of the corporation an original
or duplicate record of the proceedings of the shareholders and of the directors,
and the original or a copy of its By-Laws, including all amendments or
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alterations thereto to date, certified by the Secretary of the corporation. An
original or duplicate share register shall also be kept at the registered
office, or at the office of a transfer agent within this Commonwealth, giving
the names of the shareholders in alphabetical order, and showing their
respective addresses, the number and classes of shares held by each, the number
and date of certificates issued for the shares, and the number and date of
cancellation of every certificate surrendered for cancellation.
ARTICLE VIII - CAPITAL STOCK
1. Certificates for Shares. Subject to the requirements prescribed by law,
the share certificates of the corporation shall be in such form as shall be
approved by the Board of Directors. The certificates of each class shall be
distinctively marked and shall be consecutively numbered and registered in the
share register as they are issued. Every share certificate shall be signed by
the President or Vice-President and the Secretary or the Treasurer, either
manually or by facsimile signature as permitted by law, and shall be sealed with
the corporate seal which may be a facsimile, engraved or printed. In case any
officer who has signed or whose facsimile signature appears on any share
certificate shall have ceased to be such officer because of death, resignation
or otherwise, before the certificate is issued, it may be issued by the
corporation with the same effect as if the officer had not ceased to be such as
of the date of its issue.
2. Registered Shareholders. The corporation shall be entitled to treat the
registered holder of any share or shares as the holder in fact thereof and
accordingly shall not be bound to recognize any equitable or other claim to, or
interest in, such share or shares on the part of any other person, whether or
not it shall have express or other notice thereof, save as otherwise expressly
provided by statute.
3. Transfers of Shares. Shares of the corporation shall be transferred only
on its books upon the surrender to the corporation or its transfer agent of the
share certificate or certificates therefor duly endorsed by the person named
therein, or accompanied by proper evidence of succession, assignment or
authority to transfer such shares. In such event, the surrendered certificate or
certificates shall be canceled, a new certificate or certificates shall be
issued to the person entitled thereto, and the transaction shall be recorded
upon the books of the corporation.
4. Lost, Destroyed and Mutilated Certificates. The Board of Directors, by
standing resolution or by resolutions with respect to particular cases, may
authorize the issue of new share certificates in lieu of share certificates
lost, destroyed or mutilated, upon such terms and conditions as the Board may
direct or as any transfer agent and/or registrar appointed by the Board may
determine.
5. Directors May Fix Record Date. The Board of Directors may fix a time not
less than seven or more than seventy days prior to the date of any meeting of
the shareholders, or the date fixed for the payment of any dividend or
distribution, or the date for the allotment of rights, or the date when any
change or conversion or exchange of shares will be made or go into effect, as a
record date for the determination of the shareholders entitled to notice of, and
to vote at, any such meeting, or entitled to receive payment of any such
dividend or distribution, or to receive any such allotment of rights, or to
exercise the rights in respect to any such change, conversion or exchange of
shares. In such case, only such shareholders as shall be shareholders of record
on the date so fixed shall be entitled to notice of, and to vote at, such
meeting, or to receive payment of such dividend, or to receive such allotment of
rights, or to exercise such rights, as the case may be, notwithstanding any
transfer of any shares on the books of the corporation after any record date so
fixed.
6. Subject to the provisions of the statutes, the Board of Directors may
declare and pay dividends upon the outstanding shares of the corporation out of
its surplus from time to time and to such extent as they deem advisable, in
cash, property or in shares of the corporation.
7. Before payment of any dividend, there may be set aside out of the net
profits of the corporation such sum or sums as the directors, from time to time,
in their absolute discretion, think proper as a reserve fund to meet
contingencies, or for equalizing dividends, or for repairing or maintaining any
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property of the corporation, or for such other purposes as the directors shall
think conducive to the interests of the corporation, and the directors may
abolish any such reserve in the manner in which it was created.
ARTICLE IX - INDEMNIFICATION
The corporation shall indemnify each and all of its directors and officers
and any person who may have served at its request as a director or officer of
another corporation in which it owns shares of capital stock or of which it is a
creditor, notwithstanding that he may have ceased to be such, against all costs,
damages, or expenses, including attorney's fees, which may be imposed upon or
actually and necessarily incurred by them or any of them in connection with or
resulting from any claim, action, suit or proceeding in which they, or any of
them, may be involved or are made parties, or a party, by reason of being or
having been directors or officers or a director or officer of the corporation,
or of such other corporation, or by reason of any action alleged to have been
taken or omitted by them or any of them in either such capacity, except in
relation to matters as to which any such director or officer or former director
or officer, or person, shall be finally adjudged in such action, suit or
proceeding, to be liable for conduct amounting to bad faith; and except that, in
the event of a settlement, indemnification shall be provided only in connection
with such matters covered by the settlement as to which the corporation is
advised by counsel that in the opinion of counsel the person to be indemnified
was not liable for conduct amounting to bad faith. Such indemnification shall
not be deemed exclusive of any other rights to which those indemnified may be
entitled under any agreement, vote of stockholders or otherwise, and such right
of indemnification shall enure to the benefit of the heirs, executors and
administrators of any such director or officer or person.
ARTICLE X - MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
1. All checks or demands for money and notes of the corporation shall be
signed by such one or more officers or agents, in such combinations, as the
Board of Directors may from time to time designate.
2. The fiscal year shall begin the first day of January each year.
3. Whenever written notice is required to be given to any person, it may be
given to such person, either personally or by sending a copy thereof through the
mail, or by telegram, charges prepaid, to his address appearing on the books of
the corporation, or supplied by him to the corporation for the purpose of
notice. If the notice is sent by mail or by telegraph, it shall be deemed to
have been given to the person entitled thereto when deposited in the United
States mail or with a telegraph office for transmission to such person. Such
notice shall specify the place, day and hour of the meeting and, in the case of
a special meeting, the general nature of the business to be transacted.
4. Whenever any written notice is required by statute, or by the Articles
or By-Laws of this corporation, a waiver thereof in writing, signed by the
person or persons entitled to such notice, whether before or after the time
stated therein, shall be deemed equivalent to the giving of such notice. Except
in the case of a special meeting, neither the business to be transacted at nor
the purpose of the meeting need be specified in the waiver of notice of such
meeting. Attendance of a person, either in person or by proxy, at any meeting
shall constitute a waiver of notice of such meeting, except where a person
attends a meeting for the express purpose of objecting to the transaction of any
business because the meeting was not lawfully called or convened.
5. It is specifically provided that Section 910 of the Pennsylvania
Business Corporation Law shall not be applicable to Moore Products Co.
6. The following provisions of the Act of April 27, 1990 (No. 36) amending
the Pennsylvania Business Corporation Law of 1988 and related statutes shall not
be applicable to the Corporation: (1) Subchapter G of Chapter 25 (15 Pa. C.S.
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S2561 through S2567) (including Subchapters I (15 Pa. C.S. S2581 though S2583)
and J (15 Pa. C.S. S2585 through S2588) which are dependent upon Subchapter G);
and (2) Subchapter H of Chapter 25 (15 Pa. C.S. S2571 through S2575). This
Section shall be effective July 25, 1990.
ARTICLE XI - ANNUAL STATEMENT
1. The President shall cause to be sent to the shareholders prior to each
annual meeting a full and complete statement of the business and affairs of the
corporation for the preceding year, certified by independent certified public
accountants.
ARTICLE XII - EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
The Board of Directors may by resolution adopted by a majority of the whole
Board designate two or more of its number to constitute an Executive Committee,
which to the extent provided in such resolution shall have and exercise the
authority of the Board of Directors in the management of the business of the
corporation. Vacancies in the membership of the committee shall be filled by the
Board of Directors at a regular or special meeting of the Board of Directors.
The Executive Committee shall keep records of its actions and report the same to
the Board when required.
ARTICLE XIII - AMENDMENTS
1. These By-Laws may be altered, amended or repealed by the affirmative
vote of a majority of the shares issued and outstanding and entitled to vote
thereat at any regular or special meeting of the shareholders, if notice of the
proposed alteration, amendment or repeal be contained in the notice of the
meeting.
2. These By-Laws may also be altered, amended or repealed by the vote of a
majority of the whole Board of Directors at any regular meeting or at a special
meeting duly convened after notice to the directors of that purpose, subject
always to the power of the shareholders to change such action by the directors.
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Exhibit 21
SUBSIDIARIES OF REGISTRANT*
State or Other Jurisdiction of
Name of Subsidiary Incorporation or Organization
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Moore Products Co. (Canada) Inc. Canada
Moore Products Co. (U.K.) Limited England
Moore Products Co. B.V. Netherlands
Moore Products Co. (Italia) S.r.l. Italy
Moore Products Co. (Australia) Pty. Ltd. Australia
Moore Products Co (S) Pte Ltd Singapore
Moore Products de Mexico S.A. de C.V. Mexico
*The names of certain subsidiaries are omitted pursuant to Item
601(b)(21)(ii) of Regulation S-K.
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Exhibit 23
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT AUDITORS
We consent to the incorporation by reference in the Registration Statements
(Form S-8 No. 33-82948 and No. 333-41895) pertaining to the Incentive Stock
Option and Non-Qualified Stock Option Plan and Registration Statement (Form S-8
No. 333-41893) pertaining to the 1997 Non-Employee Directors' Equity Incentive
Plan of Moore Products Co. of our report dated January 28, 1999, with respect to
the consolidated financial statements and schedule of Moore Products Co.
included in the Annual Report (Form 10-K) for the year ended December 31, 1998.
\s\ Ernst & Young LLP
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
March 25, 1999
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