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SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
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FORM 8-K
CURRENT REPORT
PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
DATE OF REPORT (DATE OF EARLIEST EVENT REPORTED): JULY 7, 1998
CONSOLIDATED GRAPHICS, INC.
(EXACT NAME OF REGISTRANT AS SPECIFIED IN ITS CHARTER)
TEXAS 0-24068 76-0190827
(STATE OR OTHER JURISDICTION (COMMISSION FILE NUMBER) (I.R.S. EMPLOYER
OF INCORPORATION) IDENTIFICATION NO.)
5858 WESTHEIMER, SUITE 200
HOUSTON, TEXAS 77057
(ADDRESS OF PRINCIPAL EXECUTIVE OFFICES AND ZIP CODE)
REGISTRANT'S TELEPHONE NUMBER, INCLUDING AREA CODE: (713) 787-0977
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ITEM 5. OTHER EVENTS
On July 7, 1998, Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (the "Company") announced the
completion of the acquisition of Paragraphics, Inc. of San Francisco,
California. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1.
On July 9, 1998, Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (the "Company") announced the
signing of a letter of intent to acquire Rush Press and Arts & Crafts Press of
San Diego, California. A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit
99.2.
The attached press releases may contain forward-looking information.
Readers are cautioned that such information involves risks and uncertainties,
including the possibility that events may occur which preclude completion of
pending or future acquisitions by the Company.
ITEM 7. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS
(A) EXHIBITS
The following exhibits are filed herewith:
99.1 Press release of Consolidated Graphics, Inc. dated July 7, 1998,
related to the announcement of the completion of the acquisition of
Paragraphics, Inc. of San Francisco, California.
99.2 Press release of Consolidated Graphics, Inc. dated July 9, 1998,
related to the announcement of the signing of a letter of intent to
acquire Rush Press and Arts & Crafts Press of San Diego, California.
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SIGNATURE
PURSUANT TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, THE
REGISTRANT HAS DULY CAUSED THIS REPORT TO BE SIGNED ON ITS BEHALF BY THE
UNDERSIGNED HEREUNTO DULY AUTHORIZED.
CONSOLIDATED GRAPHICS, INC.
(Registrant)
By: /s/ G. Christopher Colville
G. Christopher Colville
Executive Vice President,
Chief Financial and Accounting Officer
Date: July 9, 1998
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EXHIBIT 99.1
FOR: Consolidated Graphics, Inc.
APPROVED BY: Ronald E. Hale, Jr.
Vice President & Treasurer
(713) 787-0977
CONTACT: Betsy Brod/Jonathan Schaffer
Media: Stan Froelich/Eileen King
Morgen-Walke Associates, Inc.
(212) 850-5600
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONSOLIDATED GRAPHICS COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF
PARAGRAPHICS, INC.
HOUSTON, TEXAS - July 7, 1998 -- Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (NYSE:CGX)
today announced the completion of its acquisition of Paragraphics, Inc., a
high-quality commercial printer serving the San Francisco Bay area. Terms of the
transaction were not disclosed.
Joe R. Davis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Consolidated
Graphics, commented, "The addition of Paragraphics continues our strategy of
expansion into new markets. Maureen and Skip Gorman and their dedicated
employees share our commitment to growth and improvement. Through acquisitions
of successful, well-managed printing companies such as Paragraphics, we continue
to strengthen our position as a leader in the industry."
Consolidated Graphics, Inc. is the fastest growing printing company in the
United States. A consolidator in a highly fragmented industry, the Company adds
value to its acquisitions through managerial and operational expertise,
financial strength and economies of scale. Upon completion of pending
acquisitions, Consolidated Graphics will have 41 companies nationwide with
annualized revenues in excess of $430 million.
This press release contains forward-looking statements which involve known
and unknown risks, uncertainties or other factors that could cause actual
results to materially differ from the results, performance or other expectations
implied by these forward-looking statements. Consolidated Graphics' expectations
regarding run-rate revenues assume, among other things, completion of pending
acquisitions, general economic conditions, continued demand for its product, the
availability of raw materials, retention of its key management and operating
personnel, as well as other factors detailed in Consolidated Graphics' filings
with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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EXHIBIT 99.2
FOR: Consolidated Graphics, Inc.
APPROVED BY: Ronald E. Hale, Jr.
Vice President & Treasurer
(713) 787-0977
CONTACT: Betsy Brod/Jonathan Schaffer
Media: Stan Froelich/Eileen King
Morgen-Walke Associates, Inc.
(212) 850-5600
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
CONSOLIDATED GRAPHICS TO ACQUIRE
SAN DIEGO COMMERCIAL PRINTERS
HOUSTON, TEXAS - July 9, 1998 -- Consolidated Graphics, Inc. (NYSE:CGX)
today announced the signing of a letter of intent to acquire Rush Press and Arts
& Crafts Press, strengthening its presence in the San Diego market. Terms of the
transaction were not disclosed.
Gene Valles, President of the two San Diego operations, will continue in
his current capacity upon completion of the transaction.
Joe R. Davis, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Consolidated
Graphics, commented, "With roots tracing back to 1917 in San Diego, these
companies have grown into market leaders by providing superior quality and
service to their customers. Gene Valles began his career with Rush Press 25
years ago, and we are pleased to have someone with his experience and knowledge
of the local market joining our management team."
Mr. Valles added, "Consolidated Graphics was always my choice to be our new
partner for the future. This is a great opportunity for us to continue our
growth with the leader in the industry."
Consolidated Graphics, Inc. is the fastest growing printing company in the
United States. A consolidator in a highly fragmented industry, the Company adds
value to its acquisitions through managerial and operational expertise,
financial strength, and economies of scale. Upon completion of pending
acquisitions, Consolidated Graphics will have 42 companies with annualized
revenues in excess of $445 million.
This press release contains forward-looking statements which involve known
and unknown risks, uncertainties or other factors that could cause actual
results to materially differ from the results, performance or other expectations
implied by these forward-looking statements. Consolidated Graphics' expectations
regarding run-rate revenues assume, among other things, completion of pending
acquisitions, general economic conditions, continued demand for its product, the
availability of raw materials, retention of its key management and operating
personnel, as well as other factors detailed in Consolidated Graphics' filings
with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
