UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, DC 20549

 

FORM 10-Q

 

x    QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)

OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the quarterly period ended June 29, 2013

 

OR

 

¨    TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d)

OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

For the transition period from      to       .

 

Commission File Number: 333-124824

 

 

Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization)	95-4372080 (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
One Tribology Center Oxford, CT (Address of principal executive offices)	06478 (Zip Code)

 

(203) 267-7001

(Registrant’s telephone number, including area code)

 

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 period 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 ¨

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every Interactive Date File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T during the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was required to submit and post such files). Yes x No ¨

 

Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a large accelerated filer, an accelerated filer, a non-accelerated filer or a smaller reporting company. See the definitions of “large accelerated filer,” “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act. (Check one):

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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is a shell company (as defined in Rule 12b-2 of the Exchange Act). Yes ¨ No x

 

As of July 25, 2013, RBC Bearings Incorporated had 23,067,201 shares of Common Stock outstanding. 

 

 

 

TABLE OF CONTENTS

 

 

Part I -	FINANCIAL INFORMATION	3
ITEM 1.	Financial Statements	3
ITEM 2.	Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations	14
ITEM 3.	Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk	22
ITEM 4.	Controls and Procedures	22
	Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting	22
Part II -	OTHER INFORMATION	23
ITEM 1.	Legal Proceedings	23
ITEM 1A.	Risk Factors	23
ITEM 2.	Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds	23
ITEM 3.	Defaults Upon Senior Securities	24
ITEM 4.	Mine Safety Disclosures	24
ITEM 5.	Other Information	24
ITEM 6.	Exhibits	24

 

 

 

RBC Bearings Incorporated

Consolidated Balance Sheets

(dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)

 

 

See accompanying notes.

 

 

RBC Bearings Incorporated

Consolidated Statements of Operations

(dollars in thousands, except share and per share data)

(Unaudited)

 

 

RBC Bearings Incorporated

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income

(dollars in thousands)

(Unaudited)

 

 

RBC Bearings Incorporated

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows

(dollars in thousands)

(Unaudited)

 

 

 

1.  Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)

 

 

 

2. Net Income Per Common Share

 

Basic net income per common share is computed by dividing net income available to common stockholders by the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding.

  

Diluted net income per common share is computed by dividing net income by the sum of the weighted-average number of common shares and dilutive common share equivalents then outstanding using the treasury stock method. Common share equivalents consist of the incremental common shares issuable upon the exercise of stock options.

 

The table below reflects the calculation of weighted-average shares outstanding for each period presented as well as the computation of basic and diluted net income per common share:

 

 

At June 29, 2013, 394,300 employee stock options and 52,000 restricted shares have been excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share. At June 30, 2012, 200,900 employee stock options and 700 restricted shares have been excluded from the calculation of diluted earnings per share. The inclusion of these employee stock options and unvested restricted stock shares would be anti-dilutive.

3. Cash and Cash Equivalents

 

The Company considers all highly liquid investments purchased with an original maturity of three months or less to be cash equivalents.

 

Short-term investments are measured at fair value by using quoted prices in active markets and are classified as Level 1 of the valuation hierarchy.

 

 

4. Inventory

 

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market, using the first-in, first-out method, and are summarized below:

 

5. Intangible Assets

Amortization expense for definite-lived intangible assets for the three month periods ended June 29, 2013 and June 30, 2012 was $393 and $379, respectively. Estimated amortization expense for the remaining three quarters of fiscal 2014, the five succeeding fiscal years and thereafter is as follows:

 

 

 

6. Debt

 

The balances payable under all borrowing facilities are as follows:

 

On October 1, 2012, Schaublin purchased the land and building, which it occupied and had been leasing, for 14,067 CHF (approximately $14,910). Schaublin obtained a 20 year fixed rate mortgage of 9,300 CHF (approximately $9,857) at an interest rate of 2.9%. The balance of the purchase price of 4,767 CHF (approximately $5,053) was paid from cash on hand. The balance on this mortgage as of June 29, 2013 was 8,951 CHF, or $9,473.

 

On November 30, 2010, the Company entered into a new credit agreement (the “JP Morgan Credit Agreement”) and related security and guaranty agreements with certain banks, J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Administrative Agent, and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. and KeyBank National Association as Co-Lead Arrangers and Joint Lead Book Runners. The JP Morgan Credit Agreement provides Roller Bearing Company of America, Inc. (“RBCA”), as borrower, with a $150,000 five-year senior secured revolving credit facility which can be increased by up to $100,000, in increments of $25,000, under certain circumstances and subject to certain conditions (including the receipt from one or more lenders of the additional commitment).

 

 

 

Approximately $6,047 of the JP Morgan Credit Agreement is being utilized to provide letters of credit to secure RBCA’s obligations relating to certain insurance programs. As of June 29, 2013, RBCA had the ability to borrow up to an additional $143,953 under the JP Morgan Credit Agreement.

 

On October 27, 2008, Schaublin entered into a new bank credit facility with Credit Suisse (the “Swiss Credit Facility”) which replaced the prior bank credit facility of December 8, 2003 and its amendment of November 8, 2004. This facility provides for up to 4,000 CHF, or $4,377, of revolving credit loans and letters of credit. Borrowings under the Swiss Credit Facility bear interest at Credit Suisse’s prevailing prime bank rate. As of June 29, 2013, there were no borrowings under the Swiss Credit Facility.

7. Income Taxes

 

 

 

 

The effective income tax rates for the three month periods ended June 29, 2013 and June 30, 2012, were 32.1% and 31.6% respectively. In addition to discrete items, the effective income tax rates for these periods are different from the U.S. statutory rates due to a special manufacturing deduction in the U.S. and foreign income taxed at lower rates which decrease the rate, and state income taxes which increases the rate.

  

The effective income tax rate for the three month period ended June 29, 2013 of 32.1% includes discrete items of $382 which are substantially comprised of the reversal of unrecognized tax benefits associated with the expiration of statutes of limitations and the conclusion of federal and state income tax audits as well as the recognition of interest on unrecognized tax positions. The effective income tax rate without discrete items for the three month periods ended June 29, 2013 and June 30, 2012 would have been 33.8% and  35.0%, respectively. The Company believes it is reasonably possible that some of its unrecognized tax positions may be effectively settled within the next twelve months due to the closing of audits and the statute of limitations expiring in varying jurisdictions. The decrease, pertaining primarily to credits and state tax, is estimated to be approximately $725.

8. Reportable Segments

 

The Company operates through operating segments for which separate financial information is available, and for which operating results are evaluated regularly by the Company's chief operating decision maker in determining resource allocation and assessing performance. Those operating segments with similar economic characteristics and that meet all other required criteria, including nature of the products and production processes, distribution patterns and classes of customers, are aggregated as reportable segments. Certain other operating segments that do not exhibit the common attributes mentioned above and do not meet the quantitative thresholds for separate disclosure are combined and disclosed as "Other".

 

The Company has four reportable business segments, Plain Bearings, Roller Bearings, Ball Bearings and Other, which are described below. Within the Plain Bearings, Roller Bearings and Ball Bearings reportable segments, the Company has not aggregated any operating segments. Within the Other reportable segment, the Company has aggregated operating segments because they do not meet the quantitative threshold for separate disclosure.

 

Plain Bearings.  Plain bearings are produced with either self-lubricating or metal-to-metal designs and consists of several sub-classes, including rod end bearings, spherical plain bearings and journal bearings. Unlike ball bearings, which are used in high-speed rotational applications, plain bearings are primarily used to rectify inevitable misalignments in various mechanical components.

 

Roller Bearings.  Roller bearings are anti-friction bearings that use rollers instead of balls. The Company manufactures four basic types of roller bearings: heavy duty needle roller bearings with inner rings, tapered roller bearings, track rollers and aircraft roller bearings.

 

Ball Bearings.  The Company manufactures four basic types of ball bearings: high precision aerospace, airframe control, thin section and commercial ball bearings which are used in high-speed rotational applications.

 

Other. Other consists of three operating locations that do not fall into the above segmented categories. The Company’s precision machine tool collets provide effective part holding and accurate part location during machining operations. Additionally, the Company provides machining for integrated bearing assemblies and aircraft components for the commercial and defense aerospace markets and tight-tolerance, precision mechanical components for use in the motion control industry.

 

 

 

Segment performance is evaluated based on segment net sales and operating income. Items not allocated to segment operating income include corporate administrative expenses and certain other amounts.

 

 

All intersegment sales are eliminated in consolidation.

 

 

In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2013, the Company reached a decision to consolidate and restructure its large bearing manufacturing facilities and capacity. This decision was based on the Company’s intent to better align manufacturing abilities and product development. The consolidation of the Texas facility into the South Carolina operation will strengthen and bring critical engineering and manufacturing mass to the large bearing product line. The consolidation and restructuring includes: (1) consolidation of the machinery and equipment from Texas into South Carolina resulting in a certain portion being impaired and the remaining portion used to service the large bearing product offering; (2) sale or lease of the Texas building; and (3) a reduction in workforce in Texas due to the realignment. The majority of the expense associated with the consolidation and restructuring was incurred in fiscal 2013 with continued effort to sell the equipment and sell or lease the building to be completed in fiscal 2014. As a result, the Company recorded a pre-tax charge of $6,738 under operating expenses in the Other, net category of the income statement for fiscal 2013 associated with this consolidation and restructuring. This charge included $466 in employee related costs, $100 in moving and relocation costs and $6,172 impairment to fair value of certain equipment used in the manufacturing of large bearings. The Company determined that the market approach was the most appropriate method to estimate the fair value for the equipment and building using comparable sales data and actual quotes from potential buyers in the market place. These assets continue to be classified in fixed assets on the June 29, 2013 balance sheet. This analysis of fair value of assets resulted in a $6,172 impairment loss in fiscal 2013 and is attributable to the Ball Bearings segment in which all of these assets reside. The Company incurred period costs of $628 in the first quarter of fiscal 2014 related to the restructuring. The Company estimates the potential for additional period costs of $597 over the rest of fiscal 2014 and fiscal 2015 associated with the consolidation and relocation of the equipment and the ongoing costs associated with the building until it is sold or leased. The aggregate of the $6,738 in fiscal 2013 and the potential $1,225 over fiscal 2014 and 2015 is an expected amount of $7,963 anticipated to be incurred due to the restructuring and consolidation.

On March 1, 2013, Roller Bearing Company of America, Inc. and RBC Southwest Products, Inc. acquired Western Precision Aero LLC (“WPA”), a manufacturer of precision components and gears for the aerospace and industrial markets located in Garden Grove, California for $2,628. The purchase price included $1,408 in cash and $1,220 of debt. The purchase price allocation is as follows: accounts receivable ($646), inventory ($1,369), other current assets ($66), fixed assets ($1,290), intangible assets ($645), other non-current assets ($24), other current liabilities ($1,085) and a gain on acquisition ($327). The Company believes that it was able to acquire WPA for less than the fair value of its assets because of (i) the Company’s unique position as a market leader in the aerospace and industrial bearing market and (ii) the seller’s distressed operations. This addition expands the Company’s offering to customers and expands its portfolio into the aerospace and industrial markets. WPA is included in the Plain Bearings segment. Proforma net sales and net income inclusive of WPA are not materially different from the amounts reported in the accompanying consolidated statements of operations.

 

 

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ITEM 2. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations

 

The information in this discussion contains “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933 and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 which are subject to the “safe harbor” created by those sections. All statements other than statements of historical facts, included in this quarterly report on Form 10-Q regarding our strategy, future operations, future financial position, future revenues, projected costs, prospects and plans and objectives of management are “forward-looking statements” as the term is defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995.

 

The words “anticipates,” “believes,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “may,” “plans,” “projects,” “will,” “would” and similar expressions are intended to identify forward-looking statements, although not all forward-looking statements contain these identifying words. We may not actually achieve the plans, intentions or expectations disclosed in our forward-looking statements and you should not place undue reliance on our forward-looking statements. Actual results or events could differ materially from the plans, intentions and expectations disclosed in the forward-looking statements that we make. These forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause our actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements, including, without limitation: (a) the bearing industry is highly competitive, and this competition could reduce our profitability or limit our ability to grow; (b) the loss of a major customer could result in a material reduction in our revenues and profitability; (c) weakness in any of the industries in which our customers operate, as well as the cyclical nature of our customers’ businesses generally, could materially reduce our revenues and profitability; (d) future reductions or changes in U.S. government spending could negatively affect our business; (e) fluctuating supply and costs of raw materials and energy resources could materially reduce our revenues, cash flow from operations and profitability; (f) our products are subject to certain approvals, and the loss of such approvals could materially reduce our revenues and profitability; (g) restrictions in our indebtedness agreements could limit our growth and our ability to respond to changing conditions; (h) work stoppages and other labor problems could materially reduce our ability to operate our business; (i) our business is capital intensive and may consume cash in excess of cash flow from our operations; (j) unexpected equipment failures, catastrophic events or capacity constraints may increase our costs and reduce our sales due to production curtailments or shutdowns; (k) we may not be able to continue to make the acquisitions necessary for us to realize our growth strategy; (l) the costs and difficulties of integrating acquired businesses could impede our future growth; (m) we depend heavily on our senior management and other key personnel, the loss of whom could materially affect our financial performance and prospects; (n) our international operations are subject to risks inherent in such activities; (o) currency translation risks may have a material impact on our results of operations; (p) we may be required to make significant future contributions to our pension plan; (q) we may incur material losses for product liability and recall related claims; (r) environmental regulations impose substantial costs and limitations on our operations, and environmental compliance may be more costly than we expect; (s) our intellectual property and other proprietary rights are valuable, and any inability to protect them could adversely affect our business and results of operations; in addition, we may be subject to infringement claims by third parties; (t) cancellation of orders in our backlog of orders could negatively impact our revenues; (u) if we fail to maintain an effective system of internal controls, we may not be able to accurately report our financial results or prevent fraud; and (v) provisions in our charter documents may prevent or hinder efforts to acquire a controlling interest in us. Additional information regarding these and other risks and uncertainties is contained in our periodic filings with the SEC, including, without limitation, the risks identified under the heading “Risk Factors” set forth in the Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended March 30, 2013. Our forward-looking statements do not reflect the potential impact of any future acquisitions, mergers, dispositions, joint ventures or investments we may make. We do not intend, and undertake no obligation, to update or alter any forward-looking statement. The following section is qualified in its entirety by the more detailed information, including our financial statements and the notes thereto, which appears elsewhere in this Quarterly Report.

 

 

We are a well known international manufacturer of highly engineered precision plain, roller and ball bearings. Our precision solutions are integral to the manufacture and operation of most machines and mechanical systems, reduce wear to moving parts, facilitate proper power transmission and reduce damage and energy loss caused by friction. While we manufacture products in all major bearing categories, we focus primarily on the higher end of the bearing market where we believe our value added manufacturing and engineering capabilities enable us to differentiate ourselves from our competitors and enhance profitability. We believe our unique expertise has enabled us to garner leading positions in many of the product markets in which we primarily compete. We have been providing bearing solutions to our customers since 1919. Under the leadership of our current management team, we have significantly broadened our end markets, products, customer base and geographic reach. We currently operate 26 facilities of which 24 are manufacturing facilities in four countries.

 

Demand for bearings generally follows the market for products in which bearings are incorporated and the economy as a whole. Purchasers of bearings include industrial equipment and machinery manufacturers, producers of commercial and military aerospace equipment such as missiles and radar systems, agricultural machinery manufacturers, construction, energy, mining and specialized equipment manufacturers and automotive and commercial truck manufacturers. The markets for our products are cyclical, and general market conditions could negatively impact our operating results. We have endeavored to mitigate the cyclicality of our product markets by entering into sole-source relationships and long-term purchase orders, through diversification across multiple market segments within the aerospace and defense and diversified industrial segments, by increasing sales to the aftermarket and by focusing on developing highly customized solutions.

 

 

Management believes that operating cash flows and available credit under the credit facilities will provide adequate resources to fund internal and external growth initiatives for the foreseeable future. We have $126.1 million in cash and cash equivalents as of June 29, 2013, of which $35.4 million is foreign cash restricted to funding internal and external growth initiatives in our foreign entities. We expect that our undistributed foreign earnings will be re-invested indefinitely for working capital, internal growth and acquisitions for and by our foreign entities.

The following table sets forth the various components of our consolidated statements of operations, expressed as a percentage of net sales, for the periods indicated that are used in connection with the discussion herein.

 

 

 

We have four reportable product segments: Plain Bearings, Roller Bearings, Ball Bearings and Other. Other consists of three operating locations that do not fall into the above segmented categories, primarily machine tool collets, machining for integrated bearing assemblies and aircraft components and tight-tolerance, precision mechanical components. Within the Plain Bearings, Roller Bearings and Ball Bearings segments, we have not aggregated any operating segments. Within the Other reportable segment, we have aggregated operating segments because they do not meet the quantitative threshold for separate disclosure.

 

 

Net sales for the three month period ended June 29, 2013 were $102.7 million, a decrease of $0.6 million, or 0.6%, compared to $103.3 million for the three month period ended June 30, 2012. Excluding the $1.1 million impact of WPA which was acquired in March 2013, net sales decreased $1.7 million as compared to the three month period ended June 30, 2012. The decrease of $1.7 million was primarily attributable to lower volume of $0.8 million, $0.8 million of product mix/pricing and unfavorable foreign exchange rates of $0.1 million. Net sales to aerospace and defense customers increased 22.2% in the three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to the same period last fiscal year, mainly driven by commercial aircraft build rates, the aerospace aftermarket and the inclusion of WPA. This was offset by a decline of 22.0% from the diversified industrial markets, resulting primarily from lower activity in mining, military vehicles, and gas and oil.

 

The Plain Bearings segment achieved net sales of $57.1 million in the three month period ended June 29, 2013, an increase of $1.7 million, or 3.1%, compared to $55.4 million for the same period in the prior fiscal year. Excluding the $1.1 million impact of WPA, the net sales increase of $0.6 million for this segment was attributable to higher net sales to aerospace and defense customers of $7.2 million (higher build rates) offset by a decline of $6.6 million (mining and military vehicles) to diversified industrial customers. This segment was favorably impacted by product mix/pricing of $2.1 million offset by lower volume of $1.4 million and unfavorable exchange rates of $0.1 million.

 

The Roller Bearings segment achieved net sales of $28.3 million in the three month period ended June 29, 2013, a decrease of $3.1 million, or 9.7%, compared to $31.4 million for the same period in the prior fiscal year. Net sales to the diversified industrial sector declined $4.0 million offset by an increase of $0.9 million from the aerospace and defense sector. This segment was primarily affected by the lower activity in mining and gas and oil.

 

The Ball Bearings segment achieved net sales of $9.5 million in the three month period ended June 29, 2013, an increase of $0.1 million, or 0.7%, compared to $9.4 million for the same period in the prior fiscal year.

 

 

 

The Other segment, which is focused mainly on the sale of machine tool collets and precision components, achieved net sales of $7.8 million in the three month period ended June 29, 2013, an increase of $0.7 million, or 8.7%, compared to $7.1 million for the same period in the prior fiscal year. Of this increase, $0.4 million is due to increased demand for mechanical components mainly in the U.S. market combined with $0.3 million of increased volume of machine tool collets mainly in Europe.

 

 

Gross margin was $40.5 million, or 39.4% of net sales, in the three month period ended June 29, 2013, versus $38.4 million, or 37.2% of net sales, for the same period in fiscal 2013. Excluding the $0.4 million impact of WPA, the increase of $1.7 million in gross margin dollars was driven by approximately $3.6 million in cost reductions offset by lower volume of $1.2 million and product mix/pricing of $0.7 million.

 

Gross margin for the Plain Bearings segment was $22.3 million, or 38.9%, in the three month period ended June 29, 2013 versus $21.3 million, or 38.4% for the comparable period in fiscal 2013. WPA contributed $0.4 million to this improved performance. Excluding this impact, this segment’s improved performance of $0.6 million was due primarily to cost reductions.

 

The Roller Bearings segment reported gross margin of $12.3 million, or 43.4%, in three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to $11.4 million, or 36.5%, in the same period in the prior fiscal year. This segment was favorably impacted by approximately $2.4 million in cost reductions and $0.4 million of higher volume offset by $1.9 million of product mix/pricing.

 

The Ball Bearings segment reported gross margin of $3.0 million, or 31.8%, in the three month period ended June 29, 2013 versus $2.2 million, or 23.1%, in the same period in fiscal 2013. This segment’s performance was attributable primarily to cost reductions.

 

During the three month period ended June 29, 2013, the Other segment reported gross margin of $2.9 million, or 37.7%, compared to $3.5 million, or 49.2%, for the same period in the prior fiscal year. This gross margin performance was unfavorably impacted by $0.8 million of cost increases offset by higher volume of $0.2 million. Performance in this segment was favorably impacted by improved net sales of machine tool collets mainly in Europe.

 

 

 

 

SG&A expenses increased by $0.9 million, or 5.5%, to $17.0 million for the three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to $16.1 million for the same period in fiscal 2013. The increase of $0.9 million was primarily attributable to an increase of $0.4 million in personnel-related expenses, $0.2 million in travel and entertainment expenses, $0.2 million in advertising costs and $0.1 million in incentive stock compensation expense. As a percentage of net sales, SG&A was 16.5% for the three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to 15.6% for the same period in fiscal 2013. While SG&A expenses increased $0.9 million, or 5.5%, in the three month period ended June 29, 2013, net sales during this fiscal period decreased by $0.6 million, or 0.6%, contributing to an increase in SG&A percentage to net sales of 16.5% from 15.6% in the same period in the prior fiscal year.

Other, Net. Other, net for the three month period ended June 29, 2013 was expense of $1.2 million, an increase of $0.8 million, compared to expense of $0.4 million for the same period in fiscal 2013. For the three month period ended June 29, 2013, other, net consisted of $0.6 million associated with the consolidation and restructuring of the large bearing facilities, $0.4 million of amortization of intangibles and $0.2 million in other expenses. For the three month period ended June 30, 2012, other, net consisted of $0.4 million of amortization of intangibles.

 

 

Operating income was $22.3 million, or 21.7% of net sales, in the three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to $22.0 million, or 21.3% of net sales, in the comparable period in fiscal 2013. The increase is primarily due to the acquisition of WPA.

 

 

The Plain Bearings segment achieved an operating income of $17.6 million in the three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to $17.3 million for the same period last fiscal year. The increase is primarily due to the acquisition of WPA.

 

The Roller Bearings segment achieved an operating income of $10.5 million in the three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to $10.4 million in the comparable period in fiscal 2013.

 

The Ball Bearings segment achieved an operating income of $1.7 million in the three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to $0.7 million for the same period in the prior fiscal year. This segment’s performance was favorably impacted by $1.2 million of cost reductions and $0.5 million of product mix/pricing offset by lower volume of $0.7 million.

 

 

 

The Other segment achieved an operating income of $2.0 million in the three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to $2.6 million for the same period in the prior fiscal year. The decrease of $0.6 million was mainly due to approximately $0.9 million from cost increases offset by higher volume of $0.3 million. Performance in this segment was favorably impacted by improved net sales of machine tool collets mainly in Europe.

Interest Expense, Net. Interest expense, net was $0.2 million in the three month periods ended June 29, 2013 and June 30, 2012, respectively.

 

Other Non-Operating (Income) Expense. Other non-operating (income) expense was income of $0.2 million in the three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to income of $3.3 million in the comparable period in fiscal 2013. The change of $3.1 million was primarily due to the receipt of a CDSOA distribution payment in the amount of $3.6 million in the comparable period in fiscal 2013 offset by $0.5 million from the impact of unfavorable foreign exchange rates on foreign currency deposits.

Income Before Income Taxes. Income before taxes decreased by $2.9 million to $22.2 million for the three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to $25.1 million for the three month period ended June 30, 2012.

 

Income Taxes. Income tax expense for the three month period ended June 29, 2013 was $7.1 million compared to $7.9 million for the three month period ended June 30, 2012. Our effective income tax rate for the three month period ended June 29, 2013 was 32.1% compared to 31.6% for the three month period ended June 30, 2012. The effective income tax rate for the three month period ended June 29, 2013 of 32.1% includes discrete items in the amount of $0.4 million which are substantially comprised of the reversal of unrecognized tax benefits associated with the expiration of statutes of limitations and the conclusion of federal and state income tax audits as well as the recognition of interest on unrecognized tax positions. The effective income tax rate without these discrete items would have been 33.8%. The effective income tax rate for the three month period ended June 30, 2012 of 31.6% includes the reversal of unrecognized tax benefits associated with the conclusion of state income tax audits in the amount of $0.9 million. The effective income tax rate without these discrete items would have been 35.0%. In addition to discrete items, the effective income tax rates are different from the U.S. statutory rate due to a special manufacturing deduction in the U.S. and foreign income taxed at lower rates which decrease the rate, and state income taxes which increases the rate.

Net Income. Net income decreased by $2.1 million to $15.1 million for the three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to $17.2 million for the three month period ended June 30, 2012.

 

 

Our business is capital intensive. Our capital requirements include manufacturing equipment and materials. In addition, we have historically fueled our growth in part through acquisitions. We have historically met our working capital, capital expenditure requirements and acquisition funding needs through our net cash flows provided by operations, various debt arrangements and sale of equity to investors. We believe that operating cash flows and available credit under the credit facilities will provide adequate resources to fund internal and external growth initiatives for the foreseeable future.

On October 1, 2012, Schaublin purchased the land and building, which it currently occupies and had been leasing, for 14.1 million CHF (approximately $15.0 million). Schaublin obtained a 20 year fixed rate mortgage for 9.3 million CHF (approximately $9.9 million) at an interest rate of 2.9%. The balance of the purchase price of 4.8 million CHF (approximately $5.1 million) was paid from cash on hand. As of June 29, 2013, the balance on this mortgage was 9.0 million CHF, or $9.5 million.

 

 

 

On November 30, 2010, we and RBCA terminated the previous KeyBank Credit Agreement and the related credit, security and ancillary agreements, and entered into a new credit agreement (the “JP Morgan Credit Agreement”) and related security and guaranty agreements with certain banks, J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A., as Administrative Agent, and J.P. Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. and KeyBank National Association as Co-Lead Arrangers and Joint Lead Book Runners. The JP Morgan Credit Agreement provides RBCA with a $150.0 million five-year senior secured revolving credit facility which can be increased by up to $100.0 million, in increments of $25.0 million, under certain circumstances and subject to certain conditions (including the receipt from one or more lenders of the additional commitment).

 

Amounts outstanding under the JP Morgan Credit Agreement generally bear interest at the prime rate, or LIBOR plus a specified margin, depending on the type of borrowing being made. The applicable margin is based on our consolidated ratio of net debt to adjusted EBITDA from time to time. Currently, our margin is 0.5% for prime rate loans and 1.5% for LIBOR rate loans.

 

The JP Morgan Credit Agreement requires us to comply with various covenants, including among other things, financial covenants to maintain the following: (1) a ratio of consolidated net debt to adjusted EBITDA not to exceed 3.25 to 1; and (2) a consolidated fixed charge coverage ratio not to exceed 1.5 to 1. As of June 29, 2013, we were in compliance with all such covenants.

 

The JP Morgan Credit Agreement allows us to, among other things, make distributions to shareholders, repurchase our stock, incur other debt or liens, or acquire or dispose of assets provided that we comply with certain requirements and limitations of the credit agreement. Our obligations under the JP Morgan Credit Agreement are secured by a pledge of substantially all of our and RBCA’s assets and a guaranty by us of RBCA’s obligations.

 

On November 30, 2010, we borrowed approximately $30.0 million under the JP Morgan Credit Agreement and used such funds to repay the approximately $30.0 million balance outstanding under the KeyBank Credit Agreement. In the first quarter of fiscal 2012, we paid down the $30.0 million outstanding revolver balance. Amounts outstanding under the new credit agreement are generally due and payable on the expiration date of November 30, 2015. We may elect to prepay some or all of the outstanding balance from time to time without penalty.

 

Approximately $6.0 million of the JP Morgan Credit Agreement is being utilized to provide letters of credit to secure RBCA’s obligations relating to certain insurance programs. As of June 29, 2013, RBCA had the ability to borrow up to an additional $144.0 million under the JP Morgan Credit Agreement.

 

On October 27, 2008, Schaublin entered into a new bank credit facility with Credit Suisse which replaced the prior bank credit facility of December 8, 2003 and its amendment of November 8, 2004. This facility provides for up to 4.0 million CHF, or $4.2 million, of revolving credit loans and letters of credit. Borrowings under this facility bear interest at Credit Suisse’s prevailing prime bank rate. As of June 29, 2013, there were no borrowings under the Swiss Credit Facility.

 

Our ability to meet future working capital, capital expenditures and debt service requirements will depend on our future financial performance, which will be affected by a range of economic, competitive and business factors, particularly interest rates, cyclical changes in our end markets and prices for steel and our ability to pass through price increases on a timely basis, many of which are outside of our control. In addition, future acquisitions could have a significant impact on our liquidity position and our need for additional funds.

 

From time to time we evaluate our existing facilities and operations and their strategic importance to us. If we determine that a given facility or operation does not have future strategic importance, we may sell, partially or completely, relocate production lines, consolidate or otherwise dispose of those operations. Although we believe our operations would not be materially impaired by such dispositions, relocations or consolidations, we could incur significant cash or non-cash charges in connection with them.

 

 

As of June 29, 2013, we had cash and cash equivalents of $126.1 million of which approximately $35.4 million was cash held by our foreign operations. We expect that our undistributed foreign earnings will be re-invested indefinitely for working capital, internal growth and acquisitions for and by our foreign entities.

 

 

In the three month period ended June 29, 2013, we generated cash of $17.4 million from operating activities compared to $26.5 million for the three month period ended June 30, 2012. The decrease of $9.1 million was mainly a result of a decrease of $2.1 million in net income, the net of non-cash charges of $0.5 million and a change in operating assets and liabilities of $6.5 million. The change in working capital investment was primarily attributable to increases in accounts receivable of $2.5 million, inventory build of $2.1 million, an increase in prepaid expenses of $0.4 million and other non-current assets of $0.2 million and a decrease in accounts payable of $2.3 million offset by increases in accrued expenses and other current liabilities of $0.9 million and in non-current liabilities of $0.1 million. Inventory turnover for the three month period ended June 29, 2013 decreased to 1.8 as compared to 2.1 for the same period in the prior fiscal year. Days sales outstanding remained at 60 as of June 29, 2013 and June 30, 2012, respectively.

 

Cash used in investing activities for the three month period ended June 29, 2013 included $5.8 million for capital expenditures and $0.7 million for the purchase of short-term investments. Cash used in investing activities for the three month period ended June 30, 2012 included $6.1 million related to capital expenditures.

 

Financing activities provided $0.5 million in the three month period ended June 29, 2013 compared to $3.8 million for the three month period ended June 30, 2012. The three month period ended June 29, 2013 included $0.4 million from the exercise of stock options and $0.4 million in excess tax benefits from stock-based compensation offset by $0.1 million from the repurchase of common stock and $0.2 million of payments on notes payable.

Our capital expenditures were $5.8 million for the three month period ended June 29, 2013. In addition, we expect to make additional capital expenditures of $19.0 to $24.0 million during fiscal 2014 including the construction of a new manufacturing facility in Poland. We expect to fund fiscal 2014 capital expenditures principally through existing cash, internally generated funds and debt. We may also make substantial additional capital expenditures in connection with acquisitions.

 

As of June 29, 2013, there were no material changes in capital lease, operating lease or pension and postretirement obligations as compared to such obligations and liabilities as of March 30, 2013.

Preparation of our financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenses. We believe the most complex and sensitive judgments, because of their significance to the Consolidated Financial Statements, result primarily from the need to make estimates about the effects of matters that are inherently uncertain. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations and Note 1 to the Consolidated Financial Statements in our fiscal 2013 Annual Report, incorporated by reference in our fiscal 2013 Form 10-K, describe the significant accounting estimates and policies used in preparation of the Consolidated Financial Statements. Actual results in these areas could differ from management’s estimates. There have been no significant changes in our critical accounting estimates during the first three months of fiscal 2014.

 

 

 

 

We are exposed to market risks, which arise during the normal course of business from changes in interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates.

 

Interest Rates. We currently have no debt outstanding under the credit agreement. If we do incur debt in the future, we would evaluate the impact of interest rate changes on our net income and cash flow and take appropriate action to limit our exposure.

 

Foreign Currency Exchange Rates. As a result of our operations in Europe, we are exposed to risk associated with fluctuating currency exchange rates between the U.S. dollar, the Euro, the Swiss Franc and the British Pound Sterling. Our Swiss operations utilize the Swiss Franc as the functional currency, our French operations utilize the Euro as the functional currency and our English operations utilize the British Pound Sterling as the functional currency. Foreign currency transaction gains and losses are included in earnings. Approximately 14% of our net sales were impacted by foreign currency fluctuations in the first three months of fiscal 2014 compared to approximately 11% in the same period in fiscal 2013. We expect that this proportion is likely to increase as we seek to increase our penetration of foreign markets, particularly within the aerospace and defense markets. Foreign currency transaction exposure arises primarily from the transfer of foreign currency from one subsidiary to another within the group, and to foreign currency denominated trade receivables. Unrealized currency translation gains and losses are recognized upon translation of the foreign subsidiaries’ balance sheets to U.S. dollars. Because our financial statements are denominated in U.S. dollars, changes in currency exchange rates between the U.S. dollar and other currencies have had, and will continue to have, an impact on our earnings. We periodically enter into derivative financial instruments in the form of forward exchange contracts to reduce the effect of fluctuations in exchange rates on certain third-party sales transactions denominated in non-functional currencies. Based on the accounting guidance related to derivatives and hedging activities, we record derivative financial instruments at fair value. For derivative financial instruments designated and qualifying as cash flow hedges (of which there were none at June 29, 2013), the effective portion of the gain or loss on these hedges is reported as a component of accumulated other comprehensive income (“AOCI”), and is reclassified into earnings when the hedged transaction affects earnings. As of June 29, 2013, the net impact of existing gains or losses expected to be reclassified from AOCI into earnings over the next twelve months is not material.

We have no off-balance sheet arrangements.

 

ITEM 4. Controls and Procedures

 

Our management, with the participation of our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of our disclosure controls and procedures (as defined in Rules 13a-15(e) and 15d-15(e) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”)) as of June 29, 2013. Based on this evaluation, our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer have concluded that, as of June 29, 2013, our disclosure controls and procedures were (1) designed to ensure that information relating to our Company required to be disclosed by us in the reports that we file or submit under the Exchange Act is recorded, processed, summarized and reported to our Chief Executive Officer and Chief Financial Officer within the time periods specified in the rules and forms of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, and (2) effective, in that they provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

 

Changes in Internal Control over Financial Reporting

 

No change in our internal control over financial reporting occurred during the three month period ended June 29, 2013 that has materially affected, or is reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting (as defined in Rules 13a-15(f) and 15d-15(f) under the Exchange Act).

 

 

 

Part II - OTHER INFORMATION

 

ITEM 1. Legal Proceedings

 

From time to time, we are involved in litigation and administrative proceedings which arise in the ordinary course of our business. We do not believe that any litigation or proceeding in which we are currently involved, either individually or in the aggregate, is likely to have a material adverse effect on our business, financial condition, operating results, cash flow or prospects.

 

ITEM 1A. Risk Factors

 

There have been no material changes to our risk factors and uncertainties during the three month period ended June 29, 2013. For a discussion of the Risk Factors, refer to Part I, Item 2, “Cautionary Statement As To Forward-Looking Information,” contained in this report and Part I, Item 1A, “Risk Factors,” contained in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the period ended March 30, 2013.

 

ITEM 2. Unregistered Sales of Equity Securities and Use of Proceeds

 

None.

Not applicable.

 

 

On February 7, 2013, our board of directors authorized us to repurchase up to $50.0 million of our common stock, from time to time on the open market, in block trade transactions and through privately negotiated transactions in compliance with Securities and Exchange Commission Rule 10b-18 depending on market conditions, alternative uses of capital and other relevant factors. Purchases may be commenced, suspended, or discontinued at any time without prior notice. This repurchase authorization terminates and replaces the existing $10.0 million stock repurchase program announced by us on June 15, 2007.

 

Total share repurchases for the three months ended June 29, 2013 are as follows:

 

 

 

Not applicable.

 

Not applicable.

 

 

Not applicable.

 

Exhibit Number		Exhibit Description
31.01		Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Securities Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(a).
31.02		Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Securities Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(a).
32.01		Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 and Securities Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(b).*
32.02		Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 and Securities Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(b).*

 

*          This certification accompanies this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, is not deemed filed with the SEC and is not to be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (whether made before or after the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q), irrespective of any general incorporation language contained in such filing.

 

 

 

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, thereunto duly authorized.

 

	RBC Bearings Incorporated
		(Registrant)
	By:	/s/ Michael J. Hartnett
		Name:	Michael J. Hartnett
		Title:	Chief Executive Officer
		Date:	August 06, 2013
	By:	/s/ Daniel A. Bergeron
		Name:	Daniel A. Bergeron
		Title:	Chief Financial Officer
		Date:	August 06, 2013

 

 

 

 

Exhibit Number		Exhibit Description
31.01		Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to Securities Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(a).
31.02		Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to Securities Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(a).
32.01		Certification of Chief Executive Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 and Securities Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(b).*
32.02		Certification of Chief Financial Officer Pursuant to 18 U.S.C. Section 1350 and Securities Exchange Act Rule 13a-14(b).*

 

*          This certification accompanies this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q, is not deemed filed with the SEC and is not to be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Company under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (whether made before or after the date of this Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q), irrespective of any general incorporation language contained in such filing.