››PUSHING FORWARD
2014 ANNUAL REPORT
E N E R GY
I N F R A S T R U C T U R E
M I N I N G
ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC. BUILDS EQUIPMENT THAT CAN BE FOUND OPERATING GLOBALLY IN THE
ENERGY, INFRASTRUCTURE AND MINING INDUSTRIES.
FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
(in thousands, except as noted*)
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
OPERATING RESULTS
Net sales
Net income attributable to controlling interest1
FINANCIAL POSITION
Total assets
Working capital
Equity
PER COMMON SHARE*
$ 975,595
34,458
$ 805,465
392,062
599,352
$ 932,998
$ 936,273
$ 908,641
$ 737,084
39,042
40,828
40,563
33,237
$ 749,291
$ 728,783
$ 719,481
$ 651,549
388,880
580,511
358,536
333,719
550,734
531,298
318,936
494,276
Net income attributable to controlling interest1
Basic
Diluted
Book value per common share at year end
$
1.51
1.49
25.76
$
1.72
1.69
24.99
$
1.80
1.77
23.82
$
1.80
1.76
23.09
$
1.48
1.46
21.63
OTHER DATA
Weighted average number of
common shares outstanding
Basic
Diluted
Associates*
22,819
23,105
3,952
22,749
22,680
22,589
22,517
23,081
23,051
22,984
22,830
3,708
3,860
3,885
3,284
1 During the fourth quarter of 2012, the Company had a pre-tax gain on the sale of subsidiary of $5,357,000.
CONTENTS
02 :: Letter to Shareholders
04 :: Don’t Let America Dead End
06 :: New Products and Technologies
Energy Group
08 :: Heatec, Inc.
10 :: CEI Enterprises, Inc.
12 :: Peterson Pacific Corp.
14 :: GEFCO, Inc.
Infrastructure Group
16 :: Astec, Inc. and Dillman Equipment
18 :: Roadtec, Inc.
20 :: Carlson Paving Products, Inc.
22 :: Astec Australia PTY LTD
24 :: Astec Mobile Machinery GmbH
Aggregate & Mining Group
26 :: Telsmith, Inc.
28 :: Osborn Engineered Products SA (PTY) LTD
30 :: Breaker Technology
32 :: Astec do Brasil Fabrição de
Equipamentos Ltda.
34 :: Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc.
36 :: Johnson Crushers International, Inc.
38 :: Astec Mobile Screens, Inc.
40 :: Telestack LTD
Corporate Information
42 :: Corporate Executive Officers
AND MAKING PROGRESS››
Astec Industries, Inc. was founded in 1972 with the vision to apply
creative thinking and state-of-the-art technology to traditionally
low-tech industries, bolstered by a corporate culture renowned for
putting customer service first. Based in Chattanooga, Tennessee,
the Astec Industries, Inc. family of companies has become
America’s leading manufacturer of equipment used in the energy,
infrastructure, and mining industries.
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FELLOW SHAREHOLDERS:
LAST YEAR I WROTE TO YOU IN THIS REPORT AS THE NEWLY APPOINTED
PRESIDENT AND CEO OF OUR COMPANY. WITH JUST OVER A YEAR IN THE ROLE,
I TOOK SOME TIME TO REFLECT ON 2014 AND WHAT LIES AHEAD OF US IN THE
COMING YEAR AND BEYOND. IN SUMMARY, I’M EXCITED ABOUT THE STEPS WE
ARE TAKING AND EQUALLY EXCITED ABOUT OUR FUTURE.
In last year’s letter I wrote the following, “So,
Given the markets we serve and the global econ-
where do we go from here? Our goal is to grow
omy, our sales growth was respectable. We still
the company strategically through existing divi-
have opportunities for further growth in sales
sions (market share gains and new product devel-
and in our bottom line. The addition of Telestack
opment) along with acquisitions in the industries
in Omagh, Northern Ireland to our family of
that we currently serve—infrastructure, energy,
companies has gone well and they are growing.
and mining.”
Our companies will focus on sales and gross
I’m happy to report that we were able to grow
margin improvement in 2015. We are benchmark-
the company as a result of market share gains,
ing between subsidiaries in more formal ways,
new products being sold, and one acquisition.
continuing our R&D efforts across the board, and
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we are refining our international coverage and
Finally, it is with a heavy heart that I inform you
approach. We are also putting a good deal of
that Gail Mize, one of our original five founders,
effort into getting our industry focused on push-
passed away on January 6, 2015. Gail was instru-
ing our federally elected officials for a long-term
mental in our growth in the early years of Astec
highway bill with increased funding.
Industries and a personal mentor of mine. He was
With specific regard to our international approach,
we proudly opened our new Astec do Brasil facility
in November. While the tough economy in Brazil
is well documented, we are confident that our
also a mentor of many Astec employees and a
great friend and consultant to many of our custo-
mers. We miss Gail and our thoughts and prayers
remain with his family.
decision to build a manufacturing facility there
Thank you for taking the time to read this letter and
will pay off over the long run. Originally our plan
thank you for your support as we push forward
was to only build aggregate and mining equip-
to grow and continually improve our company.
ment in the facility. In an effort to help the facility
become an earlier success we will also build
equipment from our infrastructure and energy
Sincerely,
groups in Brazil as opportunities allow.
We are continuing to diligently search for acquisi-
tions. As a reminder from last year’s letter, we
will acquire only if there is a strategic fit with our
Benjamin G. Brock
business and a cultural fit with our core values in
President and Chief Executive Officer
the potential acquisition.
Astec Industries, Inc.
NET SALES
(IN MILLIONS)
NET SALES
(IN MILLIONS)
OPERATING
PROFIT (IN %)
OPERATING
PROFIT (IN %)
$1,000
$908.6
$936.3 $933.0
$975.6
$891.3
$936.3 $933.0
$908.6
$975.6
10.00%
9.54%
8.91%
10.00%
$891.3
$817.8
800
$737.1
$663.7
$698.1
$817.8
$663.7
$737.1
$698.1
8.37%
8.00
7.81%
$1,000
800
400
200
0
600
$583.8
600
$583.8
400
200
0
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
2013
2014
6.00
4.00
2.00
0
2013
2014
9.54%
8.91%
8.37%
6.86%
6.43%
5.97%
5.46%
5.30%
5.97%
5.46%
5.30%
4.39%
8.00
7.81%
6.86%
6.43%
6.00
4.39%
4.00
2.00
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012
2013
2014
0
2013
2014
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YOU CAN MAKE
A DIFFERENCE
America’s infrastructure is in desperate need
of rebuilding. Without your involvement, the
funds to create tens of thousands of jobs
and pump millions of dollars into our economy
over the course of the next decade will fall
by the wayside.
TAKE ACTION
n Visit www.dontletamericadeadend.com
n Click the TAKE ACTION tab
n Send a message to your representative
HELP SUPPORT
LONG-TERM, INCREASED
HIGHWAY FUNDING
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OVER THE LAST FEW YEARS, INSTEAD OF APPROVING
HIGHWAY FUNDING, CONGRESS HAS GRANTED A SERIES OF
EXTENSIONS OF THE FORMER BILL. WITH NO LONG-TERM
SOLUTION, AND ONLY SHORT-TERM “FIXES” FOR YEARS,
AMERICA’S INFRASTRUCTURE CONTINUES TO SLIP INTO A
WORSE STATE. FUNDING FOR AMERICA’S HIGHWAYS RISKS
RUNNING OUT IF CONGRESS DOES NOT TAKE ACTION BY
MAY 31, 2015.
To encourage a long-term solution, Astec Industries launched a national effort to rally Americans and
transportation-industry-related groups to encourage Congress to take action.
The sole mission of the Don’t Let America Dead End campaign is to get people to consistently contact their
federally elected representatives (President, Senators, and Congressperson) in Washington, DC and ask them
to support and pass a long-term highway bill with increased funding.
The Astec-led Don’t Let America Dead End movement includes a national trade ad campaign, direct out-
reach to federally elected officials, email marketing, sales-force effort, educational materials, a new website
as the campaign’s “take action” center (www.DontLetAmericaDeadEnd.com) and much more.
VISIT THE SITE BELOW AND WRITE A LETTER TO YOUR REPRESENTATIVE TODAY.
WWW.DONTLETAMERICADEADEND.COM
Follow the movement on Twitter
@dontdeadend
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INVESTING IN NEW PRODUCTS, TECHNOLOGIES AND MARKETS
1. ASTEC’S V-PACK™ STACK
TEM PER A TURE CONTROL SYSTEM
extends the range of mixes that can be
produced without requiring that the
flights be adjusted. The system’s
“v-flights,” unique drum flights with a
deep v-shape, and its use of variable
frequency drives (VFDs), which provide
control of the drum rotational speed, are
keys to the control system managing an
asphalt plant’s exhaust gas temperature
and increasing overall efficiency.
The Stack Temperature Control System
automatically controls exhaust gas tem-
perature across a range of mix types and
operating conditions by making drum
speed changes. The system keeps bag-
house temperature relatively stable as mix
temperature changes and even as mix
types change from hot mix to warm
mix, from virgin to high RAP, and from
dense graded to open graded mixes.
These kinds of production changes would
cause baghouse temperature changes of
over 100° F (38° C) without the V-Pack
Stack Temperature Control System.
2. THE CARLSON CP 75 ASPHALT
PAVER with 74hp @ 2600rpm and a
95 amp alternator, the CP75’s powerplant
provides vastly better fuel economy than
previous engines while delivering excep-
tional torque and power. With the customer
in mind, the one piece hood design allows
easy access to the engine compartment
for maintenance. The 10kw belt-driven
generator provides fast screed heating and
power for additional accessories needed
for specific jobs. Closed center hydraulics
are installed for responsive and fuel effi-
cient power at the operator’s command.
3. CEI’s CALIBRATED CONCRETE
PLANT is designed and built by utilizing
Calibrated-Concrete™ processes, serpen-
tine twin shaft mixers, and Pro-Flo™ liquid
proportioning. These plants set a new stan-
dard, giving contractors enhanced tools to
produce consistent, formidably durable
concrete for pavements and structures.
Additionally, CEI has introduced conven-
tional batch concrete plants with
innovative features that are unique to
the concrete industry. Beginning with the
TSB™, a portable RCC Batch mixer, CEI is
incorporating an in-house designed and
built twin shaft batch mixer in new batch
plants. Nine models of concrete plants,
one for virtually every concrete industry
application, are offered reflecting CEI’s
commitment to innovation and depend-
able field support.
4. THE DILLMAN VOYAGER 120
PORTABLE ASPHALT PLANT offers a
compact, highly portable design, unique
for a plant in this class, with the ability
to run up to 30% RAP. In addition, it is
backed by the best service support in
the industry.
The Voyager 120 is built around a counter
flow drum featuring v-flights. The v-flights
provide greater uniformity of the aggre-
gate veil during the drying process, which
results in better heat transfer, a reduction
of fuel use and increased productivity.
To enhance portability, a hydraulically
driven swing out drag and batcher can
be set and ready to go in about 10 min-
utes. Other features include a reverse
pulse baghouse, a controls cab with fully
automated PLC controls, gravity take-up
with direct drive, air ride suspension and
up to five old feed bins and two RAP bins.
5. GEFCO 20K WATER AND
NATURAL GAS DRILLING RIG features
20,000 lbs of pullback and utilizes a rack
and pinion feed system. It can drill with
mud or air for versatility in a variety of
drilling conditions. It will work well in tight
residential settings for water wells, while
boasting enough speed and capability for
more intensive geothermal projects which
might require 800 to 1,000 feet of drilling
per day.
6. THE KPI-JCI GT&FT SCREENING
AND CRUSHING PLANTS The GT206
screening plant and the GT440 jaw crush-
ing plant are all part of the Global Track™
family. The Global Track Series is engi-
neered for contractors and producers
new to the landscape, recycle, trucking
and demolition industries. Global Track
equipment features the same quarry-
duty, proven components as the Fast
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engine (or an optional Tier IVi Caterpillar
C32 engine), the 6710D is designed for
the toughest jobs. With a feed opening of
50 x 66 inches (127 x 168 cm), the 6710D
can even process large stumps that used
to be reserved for tub grinders. The grinder
is particularly suited for land clearing
operations or other applications where
mobility is desired.
Trax line, such as the Vanguard Jaw
Crusher, PEP screen LS Cone Crusher
and the Kodiak® Plus Cone Crusher. Basic
by design, the Global Track product line
emphasizes simple controls that benefit
a wide range of users, from novices to
experienced producers.
on-site movement. The Kodiak® Plus
K400+ Cone Crusher includes a tramp
iron relief (TIR) system that utilizes pres-
sure relief valve technology that mini-
mizes crusher overload impact shock
loads transmitted to the crusher
components.
The new FT400DF features a Kodiak® Plus
K400+ Cone Crusher, a track-mounted
cone crushing plant designed to deliver
efficient material sizing, making it a perfect
choice for both mobile and stationary
producers who need quick, effortless
7. PETERSON 6710D is Peterson’s larg-
est Horizontal Grinder, and is designed
for operations that need the most dura-
ble, highest output machine in Peterson's
horizontal grinder lineup. Powered by a
1,125hp (838 Kw) Tier II, Caterpillar C32
INDUSTRY LEADING FOOTPRINT
NORTH AMERICA
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SOUTH AMERICA
EUROPE
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AFRICA
AUSTRALIA
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ENERGY GROUP
1 :: Heatec, Inc.
2 :: CEI Enterprises, Inc.
3 :: Peterson Pacific Corp.
4 :: GEFCO, Inc.
INFRASTRUCTURE GROUP
Astec, Inc. and Dillman Equipment
5 ::
6 :: Roadtec, Inc.
7 ::
Carlson Paving Products, Inc.
8 ::
Astec Australia PTY LTD
9 :: Astec Mobile Machinery GmbH
AGGREGATE & MINING GROUP
Osborn Engineered Products SA (PTY) LTD
10 :: Telsmith, Inc.
11 ::
12 :: Breaker Technology
13 :: Astec do Brasil
14 :: Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc.
15 :: Johnson Crushers International, Inc.
16 :: Astec Mobile Screens, Inc.
17 :: Telestack LTD
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CHATTANOOGA,
Tennessee, USA
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HEATEC, INC.
REPORTING GROUP: ENERGY
INDUSTRIES SERVED
ENERGY
INFRASTRUCTURE
PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
n Thermal Fluid Heaters
n Process Heaters
n Pump Skids and Expansion Tanks
n Heat Exchangers
n Water Heaters
n Fuel Preheaters
n Controls
n Tanks
n Polymer Blending Systems
n Engineering Services for Asphalt
Terminals and Emulsion Plants
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Heatec makes, sells and services a broad line of
the equipment. The company also assists in on-site
heaters, liquid storage tanks and related products.
installation. Heatec polymer blending systems are
Key users are hot-mix asphalt (HMA) plants, asphalt
used at numerous terminals for making Polymer
terminals and emulsion terminals. Other key users
Modified Asphalt Cement.
include oil and gas producers, chemical producers,
food producers, roofing manufacturers, power
plants, etc.
A large portion of Heatec's core production is unre-
lated to asphalt. These industrial heaters are sold
into a wide variety of industries including chemical
Heatec is heavily involved in building new asphalt
manufacturing and gas and oil production.
storage terminals and emulsion plants. The company
does major mechanical design and electrical engi-
neering work for these facilities and builds much of
Heatec provides large convection heaters for wood
pellet plants developed by Astec, Inc.
Left › Right: 1. A manufacturing facility with three TAV-35D storage tanks for wax used in building materials, 35,000 gallons
each. 2. Heatec HT-30DP Helitank™ portable unit used at portable HMA plants to heat and store asphalt used in the production
of hot mix asphalt. 3. An asphalt terminal designed by Heatec engineers and equipped mostly with heating and storage products
built by Heatec. 4. Heatec products used at HMA plants to heat and store asphalt and other liquids used in the production of hot
mix asphalt. 5. Heatec Firestream® water heater PFH-31.5. Used to heat water for hydraulic fracturing (fracking) to extract natural
gas trapped within shale formations. 6. Heatec Thermecon® thermal fluid heater HCM-3010-30-S-O. Used to heat asphalt being
transported in the holds of barges.
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CEI ENTERPRISES, INC.
ALBUQUERQUE,
New Mexico, USA
REPORTING GROUP: ENERGY
INDUSTRIES SERVED
ENERGY
INFRASTRUCTURE
PRODUCTS
n Asphalt Rubber Blending Systems
n Hot Oil Heaters
n Asphalt Storage Tanks
n Heavy Fuel Preheaters
n Emission Control Equipment
n Liquid Additive Systems
n Concrete Plants
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CEI Enterprises of Albuquerque, New Mexico is
direct-contact water heaters for rapid heating of mix
a leading manufacturer of production equipment
water used in cold-weather concrete production.
used in the infrastructure and energy industries.
CEI produces mixing equipment for both concrete
and modified asphalt materials. Primary products
include continuous-process and batch-process
concrete production facilities, asphalt-rubber blend-
ing systems, hot oil heaters, storage tanks for liquid
asphalt and fuel, and preheaters for heavy fuel oil.
CEI concrete mixing facilities are the most
technologically advanced plants available on the
market today. They produce superior mixes used
in major projects such as mainline highway con-
struction, airport runways, hydroelectric dams, ports,
and skyscrapers. Additionally, CEI manufactures
CEI is an industry leader in asphalt-rubber blending
systems. These systems mix ground rubber from
recycled tires with liquid asphalt in a high-specification
process that results in better, longer-lasting roads.
CEI also manufactures asphalt emulsion plants and
polymer blending systems.
Since 1969, CEI has remained well-known for its
asphalt heating and storage systems. These include
both large-scale heating systems for bulk storage ter-
minals, and smaller systems for hot mix asphalt plants.
Left › Right: 1. Asphalt-Rubber mixing system meters and blends ground tire rubber with liquid asphalt in the first of a multi-
stage process. 2. Asphalt emulsion plant utilizes multiple storage and mixing tanks, hot oil heater, and piping system to blend
asphalt emulsions. 3. TSC™ twin-shaft continuous mixing concrete plant. Allows producers to mix ALL types of concrete with a
single plant. 4. Heating and storage system for liquid asphalt used at a hot mix asphalt plant. This system includes two vertical
asphalt storage tanks and a Jacketed Firebox hot oil heater. 5. Jacketed Firebox hot oil heater used primarily in hot mix asphalt
plants. 6. Hot oil heating system used to heat several million gallons of liquid asphalt at a bulk storage terminal.
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EUGENE,
Oregon, USA
PETERSON
PACIFIC CORP.
REPORTING GROUP: ENERGY
INDUSTRIES SERVED
ENERGY
INFRASTRUCTURE
PRODUCTS
n Whole Tree Chippers
n Whole Tree Debarkers
n Horizontal Grinders
n Blower Trucks and Trailers
n Screening Equipment
n Asphalt Shingle Shredders
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Peterson Pacific Corp. is a Eugene, Oregon based
used in hot mix asphalt paving. Peterson drum and
manufacturer of grinders, chippers, debarkers,
disc chippers and debarkers are used to produce
screens and blower trucks that serve a wide variety
wood chips for pulp and paper production as well
of markets. The company has 110,000 square feet
as biomass energy markets. Peterson blower trucks
of modern manufacturing space with a capable and
and trailers are used to broadcast compost and
innovative engineering group. Peterson machines
mulch for landscaping and erosion control. Peterson
are sold and supported through a worldwide net-
deck screens are used for classifying materials to
work of distributors and direct sales and service
maximize the value of each product. Many Peterson
representatives.
Peterson Horizontal Grinders reduce wood, low
value logs and other organic materials. The reduced
material is used in the compost, mulch and biomass
machines are available in either electric or diesel
power depending on the application. For increased
mobility at a job site, both tracked and wheeled
versions of many of their products are available.
energy markets. Peterson grinders can also reduce
Since 1981, Peterson has specialized in producing
certain construction and demolition materials such
machines that turn low-grade organic materials
as asphalt shingles that can be then recycled and
into high value products.
Left › Right: 1. Peterson 4700B Horizontal Grinder: The Peterson 4700B horizontal grinder is a favorite for food recycling and
composting operations with its ease of transportation and high-throughput. 2. Peterson 4300B Microchipper: The Peterson
4300B Drum Chipper is a favorite with microchipping operations that need exceptional production and the highest chip quality.
3. Peterson 5710D Horizontal Grinder: The all-new Peterson 5710C horizontal grinder packs 1,050hp and is available in both Tier
IV and Tier II engine configurations. 4. Peterson 6710D Horizontal Grinder: The all-new Peterson 6710D was introduced in 2014,
and with 1,125hp, it is the ultimate portable horizontal grinder. 5. Peterson 5710C Horizontal Grinder Vert: A Peterson 5710C
horizontal grinder reduces green waste near St. Louis. 6. Peterson 5000H whole tree chipper: In-field chipping operations love
the versatility of the Peterson 5000H whole tree chipper and it is used in operations around the world.
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ENID,
Oklahoma, USA
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GEFCO, INC.
REPORTING GROUP: ENERGY
INDUSTRY SERVED
ENERGY
PRODUCTS
n Fluid Pump Trailers
n Drills for Oil and Gas
n Water Well Drills
n Drills for Mining Core Samples
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GEFCO manufactures portable drilling rigs and
GEFCO and King Oil Tools are sold direct from the
related equipment for the water well, environmental
factory domestically and through an established
groundwater monitoring, construction, mining,
network of dealers, agents, and direct sales staff
and oil & gas exploration and production industries.
internationally. GEFCO products have been sold
GEFCO is recognized worldwide for its dependable
to more than 100 countries around the world.
equipment, innovative designs, and exceptional
customer service.
Established in 1931, the company is based in Enid,
Oklahoma, where it has more than 360,000 square
The company also manufactures and sells King Oil
feet of manufacturing and office space.
Tools, which are used in the industrial/water well
industry and the oil & gas business. King Oil Tools
offers more than 44 sizes and models of swivels
and links used in the drilling process.
Left › Right: 1. The powerful and innovative GEFCO 500K top head drive drill rig is designed for the specific needs of the oil &
gas industry’s oil and gas formations. 2. The GEFCO 22RC drill rig is designed for water well/industrial drilling projects. 3. The
GEFCO 200K is a modern top head drive drill rig used in both vertical and directional drilling for the oil & gas industry. 4. The
GEFCO 30K is the company’s flagship unit for the water well/industrial drilling customer. 5. The GEFCO DP 2000 is designed
for use with coil tubing trailers for oil & gas well servicing and stimulation. 6. The GEFCO FP 2500 Hydraulic Fracturing Pump
is designed for use in oil & gas hydraulic fracturing.
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PRAIRIE DU CHIEN,
Wisconsin, USA
CHATTANOOGA,
Tennessee, USA
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ASTEC, INC. AND
DILLMAN EQUIPMENT
A DIVISION OF ASTEC, INC.
REPORTING GROUP: INFRASTRUCTURE
INDUSTRIES SERVED
INFRASTRUCTURE
ENERGY
PRODUCTS
n Portable Asphalt Plants
n Relocatable Asphalt Plants
n Stationary Asphalt Plants
n Soil Remediation Equipment
n Wood Pellet Processing Plants
n Control Systems
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Astec, Inc. continues to be a world leader in Hot
in this class is the ability to run up to 30% RAP.
and Warm Mix Asphalt (HMA/WMA) equipment
Response from the industry has been extremely
technology. Astec offers a complete line of portable,
positive. To date, Voyager 120 plants have been sold
relocatable and stationary asphalt plant equipment
onto three continents and requests for quotes on
produced under the Astec and the Dillman brands.
the plant are steadily coming in from the field.
In addition, Astec also manufactures soil remedia-
tion equipment and wood pellet processing plants.
Astec maintains a strong market share based in
large part on a solid reputation for quality and service.
In 2014, Astec debuted the Double Barrel XHR, which
Astec is optimistic about future prospects and plans
features enhancements to the signature Double
to continue to position itself to take full advantage
Barrel drum that allow use of up to 65% RAP. It ful-
of opportunities both domestically and abroad. Astec
fills a need for those producers who already run high
continues to grow and maintain customer loyalty
percentages of RAP and in whose market the trend
through innovative equipment designs, industry
toward running more recycle is expected to continue.
leading customer service and state-of-the-art
ASTEC also introduced the Voyager 120 plant.
Produced at the Dillman facility in Prairie du Chien,
Wisconsin, the Voyager 120 rounds out the highly
portable side of the plant lineup. Unique for a plant
technical education.
Left › Right: 1. Astec’s state-of-the-art wood pellet processing plant. 2. Relocatable asphalt plant located in Maine, USA.
3. Portable Dillman asphalt plant located in Georgia, USA. 4. Astec designs and builds specialized control systems for asphalt
plants and other applications. 5. New Double Barrel XHR high RAP asphalt drum allows usage of 65% reclaimed asphalt product.
6. Voyager 120 highly portable 120 mtph asphalt plant capable of running 30% RAP.
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ROADTEC, INC.
REPORTING GROUP: INFRASTRUCTURE
INDUSTRY SERVED
INFRASTRUCTURE
PRODUCTS
n Milling Machines
n Cold In Place Asphalt Recyclers
n Commercial Class Asphalt Pavers
n Highway Class Asphalt Pavers
n Material Transfer Vehicles
n Self-Propelled Brooms
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Founded in 1981, Roadtec, Inc. began as a manu-
The SP-100e “Stealth” paver is designed for use in
facturer of asphalt pavers. Today, Roadtec offers an
conjunction with the SB-2500e material transfer
extensive product line, including cold planers, soil
vehicle. The design aspect of the SP-100e that sets
stabilizers, brooms and material transfer vehicles.
it apart from other pavers is the delivery of material
In 2014, Roadtec continued to refine and expand its
product line to provide more value to customers both
domestically and internationally. The RX-300e mill-
ing machine and the SP-100e asphalt paver were
both introduced at ConExpo 2014. The RX-300e
milling machine is designed to cut at variable widths
using a common cutter housing. The versatility
from the hopper to the screed. The SP-100e uses a
gravity fed hopper to transfer material to the screed
box. The benefit of this design lies with the drastic
reduction in wear parts. No conveyor chains, slats,
or floor plates are used with the SP-100e. The lower
operating costs make this machine an excellent choice
for contractors using the SB-2500e Shuttle Buggy.
of the machine makes it suitable for work in the
Roadtec will carry its expanded product line into
United States and in the International market.
2015 with optimism and continued focus on cus-
tomer support and satisfaction.
Left › Right: 1. The SB-2500e/ex Shuttle Buggy® material transfer vehicle (MTV) can store and transfer hot mixed asphalt
material from a truck to a paver for continuous paving. 2. The Roadtec RP-170e Paver with Eagle 8 Screed: the RP 170 is an
8 foot highway class hot mix asphalt paver with an 8 foot rear extendable screen. 3. The SP-100 Stealth™ paver is a simply designed,
low-maintenance gravity-fed paver specifically for operating with the Roadtec Shuttle Buggy® material transfer vehicle. 4. The
Roadtec SX-8e/ex soil stabilizer-reclaimer features a clean-running 755 hp (563 kW) engine.
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TACOMA,
Washington, USA
CARLSON PAVING
PRODUCTS, INC.
REPORTING GROUP: INFRASTRUCTURE
INDUSTRY SERVED
INFRASTRUCTURE
PRODUCTS
n Asphalt Paving Screeds
n Commercial Class Asphalt Pavers
n Asphalt Screed Attachments
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For over 25 years, Carlson Paving Products has
been on the leading edge of screed technology,
emerging as a leader in asphalt paving products
in the highway and commercial classes. Carlson
continues to command a dominating share of the
screed market through an impressive offering of
seven highway class screeds able to attach to trac-
tors built by the six major paver manufacturers.
Engineered, designed, built and supported by the
industry’s most qualified personnel, contractors
have come to know Carlson screeds as the most
dependable for laying the perfect mat every time.
While being on the forefront of highway class screed
technology, Carlson has also emerged as the pre-
eminent leader in attachment innovations. From the
highly touted Safety Edge to the revolutionary LED
Blade Light, Carlson offers attachments that
improve productivity, safety and durability of our
nation’s roads.
Building upon the success of its first generation
commercial class paver, Carlson introduced two
models to replace the CP-90: the CP-75 and CP-100.
With a wide array of features and options available,
these pavers provide higher quality and longer life
cycle options to contractors operating in the long
overlooked commercial segment of the industry.
Carlson Paving Products heads into 2015 with new
products and new opportunities, poised to continue
its long tradition of bringing innovative changes to
the asphalt paving industry.
Left › Right: 1. EZ-R2 Screed: Carlson’s EZ-R2-10 rear mount screed utilizes high strength chrome rods that prevent vertical
movement of the extensions and innovative cone adjusters to easily level both the extension and main screed plates. 2. EZ V
Screed: The EZ V front mount screed is the newest member of the EZ screed family, offering unmatched extension stability and
options for contractors and operators. 3. LED Blade Light: Carlson’s LED Blade Light is as bright as a 2,000 watt halogen balloon
light while using 90% less energy and producing minimal heat. 4. CP-100 Paver: The industry leading CP-100 couples exceptional
power and torque with the best screed in its class, Carlson’s EZ Screed. It is the little brother of the highway class screed tech-
nology contractors have trusted for over 25 years. 5. Paver Lineup: The CP-100 and CP-75 represent over 25 years of innovations
in highway class screed technology, engineered into commercial class paver platforms. 6. CP-100 Paver: The CP-100 continues to
be a leader in the commercial class paver market, with a multitude of options available to suit any job requirements.
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22 n ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.
ASTEC AUSTRALIA
PTY LTD
REPORTING GROUP: INFRASTRUCTURE
INDUSTRY SERVED
INFRASTRUCTURE
AGGREGATE AND MINING
REPRESENTING
n Astec, Inc.
n Carlson Paving Products
n Heatec
n CEI Enterprises
n KPI—JCI, Astec Mobile Screens
n Osborn Engineered Products
n Roadtec
n Telsmith
n Breaker Technology
ACACIA RIDGE,
Queensland,
Australia
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Astec Australia Pty Ltd is the Australian distributor
Carlson CP100 Paver. In the Aggregate and Mining
for plants and equipment manufactured by the
Industries, the company has successfully installed a
Astec Industries family of companies.
full “turn-key” crushing and screening iron ore plant
With service centers in Brisbane, Perth and
to the mining industry in Whyalla, South Australia.
Melbourne, Astec Australia is best known for the
Providing training for those who operate and service
exceptional service and support they provide to
Astec equipment is an important element of Astec
their customers and being committed to exceeding
Australia’s customer support model. The Roadtec
their expectations and their needs.
Paving Professional Workshops and the Astec
Operating successfully in the asphalt industry for
over twenty years, Astec Australia has expanded
its product range to compete successfully in the
aggregate and mining industries as well.
Asphalt Plant Operators Schools continue to be
popular events, with the 2014 School Series attracting
full attendance from key customers based across
Australia and New Zealand. The training focuses on
increasing operator knowledge, reducing equipment
Achievements in 2014 have been across multiple
running costs and increasing equipment productivity.
industries. In the asphalt industry, Astec Australia
has successfully introduced new paving and profiling
machines including the Roadtec RX600 and RX300
Profilers, the Roadtec RP190ex Paver and the
With unequalled customer service and support, Astec
Australia will continue to develop opportunities for
Astec Industries’ quality products in Australia and
New Zealand.
Left › Right: 1. Astec/CEI ultra-portable 150 mtph asphalt plant. 2. Roadtec RX300ex and RX600ex milling machines. 3. Astec
Australia offers state-of-the-art training classes for plant operators. 4. Breaker Technology TM15XH-BXR85 mobile rock breaker.
5. Astec portable asphalt production plant.
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Germany
24 n ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.
ASTEC MOBILE
MACHINERY GmbH
REPORTING GROUP: INFRASTRUCTURE
INDUSTRY SERVED
INFRASTRUCTURE
PRODUCTS
n Material Transfer Vehicles
n Asphalt Pavers—Asphalt Screeds
n Milling Machines
n Cold In Place Recyclers
n Front Mounted Brooms
n Road Wideners
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Astec Mobile Machinery (AMM) is primarily a sales,
Located in Hameln, Germany, AMM has sold equip-
service, and parts provider in Europe for our mobile
ment to several European countries and to a few
construction equipment. AMM is also a small-scale
countries in the Middle East. To date, the primary
manufacturer of a road widener, a specialized
products sold by AMM have been from Roadtec, Inc.
asphalt/RCC paving screed, and a material re-mix
In the future, AMM will work to represent additional
hopper for hot mix asphalt and stabilized soil.
Astec Industries subsidiaries as opportunities arise.
Left › Right: 1. Tamper bar screeds achieve 95% density before rolling. 2. Shuttle Buggy 2500E transfers, remixes, and reblends
asphalt before entering the paver. 3. Tandem paving with two Shuttle Buggies. 4. Tamper bar screed in a RCC paving application.
5. RX-600e asphalt milling machine.
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26 n ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.
MEQUON,
Wisconsin, USA
TELSMITH, INC.
REPORTING GROUP: AGGREGATE AND MINING
INDUSTRIES SERVED
AGGREGATE AND MINING
INFRASTRUCTURE
ENERGY
PRODUCTS
n Crushing Equipment
n Vibrating Equipment
n Screening Equipment
n Track Plants
n Portable Plants
n Modular Plants
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From a campus in the Midwestern portion of the
from experienced applications engineers designing
United States, every member of Team Telsmith is
a solution that enables customers to meet business
focused on utilizing advances in technology and
goals, craftsmen utilizing the latest advances in
adhering to stringent quality standards in providing
manufacturing technology, on-site factory start-up
integrated processing solutions to customers through-
teams, on through to parts and service to keep
out the world.
Telsmith provides a full range of integrated processing
equipment to the aggregate, mining, industrial and
recycling industries with cone crushers, jaw crushers,
vibrating equipment, portable plants and track plants,
as well as full scale modular processing facilities.
Telsmith consistently demonstrates a commitment to
customer needs throughout the product lifecycle,
equipment running for decades, Telsmith continues
to meet the growing demand for mineral processing
equipment around the world with safe, efficient and
profitable solutions.
Left › Right: 1. Telsmith 44SBS Closed Circuit Portable Plant. 2. Telsmith Jaw Crusher Modular Installation. 3. Telsmith T400
Cone Crusher. 4. Telsmith H3450 Hydra-Jaw Crusher. 5. Telsmith H2238 Hydra-Jaw as a Primary Crusher. 6. Telsmith 38 SBS
Cone Crusher as a Secondary Crusher.
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28 n ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.
OSBORN ENGINEERED
PRODUCTS SA
(PTY) LTD
REPORTING GROUP: AGGREGATE AND MINING
INDUSTRIES SERVED
JOHANNESBURG,
South Africa
AGGREGATE AND MINING
INFRASTRUCTURE
PRODUCTS
n Jaw and Cone Crushers
n Modular Crushing Plants
n Coal Crushers
n Vibrating Screens
n Aggregate Feeders and Conveyors
n Rotary Scrubbers
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Osborn Engineered Products in Johannesburg,
(EPCMs) found in the more developed countries,
South Africa is a 96-year-old company, supporting
there is a growing need for machines to be “packaged”
the aggregate and mining industry worldwide.
in a more user ready format. To cater to this need
Osborn designs and manufactures a full line of
robust and reliable machines that consistently meet
specifications under the harshest operating conditions.
With a vast installed machine base across all ore
bodies, Osborn demonstrates to prospective custom-
Osborn developed the “mine in a box” concept of
modular units which ship in 20' and 40' containers.
Each unit can be assembled on a basic concrete
slab and takes no more than 5 days to erect and
commission.
ers machines working the ores they intend to process.
Osborn continues to add to its machine offering. The
The major mining houses provide the testimonial to
new H300 gyratory crusher will be field tested in
Osborn service and support.
December, while the first metric 4250 HSI has been
With the majority of emerging mining countries not
yet having the engineering and support entities
in operation for the past 6 months.
Left › Right: 1. Primary modular 4250 impactor plant. 2. 44 modular cone used for secondary crushing. 3. Osborn SuperKing
triple deck screen. 4. GBEX grizzly and heavy-duty scalper used in the gold industry. 5. H300 gyratory cone crusher used in
secondary crushing application. 6. 3042 modular jaw crusher used in primary applications with control room.
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THORNBURY
ON, Canada
SOLON,
OH, USA
RIVERSIDE,
CA, USA
30 n ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.
BREAKER
TECHNOLOGY
REPORTING GROUP: AGGREGATE AND MINING
INDUSTRIES SERVED
AGGREGATE AND MINING
INFRASTRUCTURE
PRODUCTS
n Mine, Quarry and Construction Equipment
n Rockbreaker Systems
n Hydraulic Breakers
n Mobile Rockbreakers
n Dedicated Scalers
n Underground Utility Vehicles
n Demolition and Construction Attachments
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Breaker Technology (BTI) has been innovating cus-
tom engineering solutions since 1958 as a manufac-
turer and distributor of a wide range of mining, quarry,
construction, demolition and recycling equipment.
A specialty for the company is the comprehensive
range of rockbreaker systems; stationary, portable
and mobile. Models are offered in 10 different series,
with over 280 boom/breaker combinations for break-
ing oversize at primary crushers, grizzlies, drawpoints
and stopes, custom designed for use in aggregate
and mining applications.
Breaker Technology remains active at home in North
America or anywhere where tough, reliable machines
are needed. Its highly qualified dealer network sup-
plies and services mining and aggregate equipment
in every corner of the globe from South America, to
Africa, to Kazakstan, to Australia and more. BTI’s
depth of engineering experience combined with a
dedicated and professional support network and a
commitment to superior customer service makes BTI
your smart choice for mining, aggregate and con-
struction equipment.
Left › Right: 1. ALB 4.5 Series ANFO Loading System. A complete module designed for short or long hole explosive loading
with a single charging vessel for use in underground mining applications worldwide. 2. Mine Runner, All Purpose Vehicle.
Engineered from the ground up to be a leader in personnel safety and operational flexibility. 3. NT16 Rockbreaker System.
Designed for use with jaw crushers, impact crushers and in static grizzly applications. 4. BXR160 Hydraulic Breaker. Used with BTI
Rockbreaker system or on an excavator. 5. MRHT20 Rockbreaker System. Designed for use with static grizzlies and primary
gyratory crushers. 6. TM15XH Mobile Rockbreaker with a BXR85 Hydraulic Breaker. Extreme heavy duty vehicle specifically
designed for breaking oversize in underground applications.
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32 n ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.
VESPASIANO,
Minas Gerais, Brazil
ASTEC DO BRASIL
FABRIÇÃO DE
EQUIPAMENTOS LTDA.
REPORTING GROUP: AGGREGATE AND MINING
INDUSTRIES SERVED
AGGREGATE AND MINING
INFRASTRUCTURE
PRODUCTS
n Mobile Screening Plants
n Portable Screening Plants
n Stationary Screen Structures
n High Frequency Screens
n Crushing and Vibrating Equipment
n Asphalt Production Equipment
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Astec do Brasil began operating in 2012 and has
been marketing and supporting Astec Industries
now opened its new factory in Vespasiano, Minas
equipment in Brazil and in 2014 started manufac-
Gerais, Brazil, a center of activity of aggregate
turing equipment. In early 2015, Astec do Brasil’s
and mining companies in Brazil. Astec do Brasil
new industrial plant will be the center of production
is Astec’s primary channel for distribution into
of complete lines of crushers, vibrating screens,
Brazil and Astec’s only manufacturing facility in
portable crushing plants and one line of highly
South America.
portable asphalt plants.
Astec do Brasil was formed as a joint venture
between Astec Industries, Inc. (75%) and MDE
(25%) in early 2012. Since then the company has
Left › Right: 1. Astec do Brasil new factory. 2. GT205S screening plant. 3. Complete aggregate crushing plant.
4. FT300DF crushing plant. 5. 44SBS cone crusher. 6. Portable screen and cone crusher.
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34 n ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.
YANKTON,
South Dakota, USA
KOLBERG-
PIONEER, INC.
REPORTING GROUP: AGGREGATE AND MINING
INDUSTRIES SERVED
AGGREGATE AND MINING
INFRASTRUCTURE
ENERGY
PRODUCTS
n Material Handling Equipment
n Crushing Equipment
n Screening Equipment
n Track Mount Equipment
n Washing and Classifying Equipment
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Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc. is a worldwide leader in manu-
In 2014, Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc. unveiled innovations
facturing equipment for the aggregate, construction,
and improvements that provided its customers with
paving and recycling industries. As an innovative,
the total solution for successful operations. New
high-integrity manufacturer, KPI develops quality,
product innovations included the GT440 Horizontal
state-of-the-art products and has the ability to engi-
Shaft Impact Crusher, the latest addition to the
neer custom products because of its highly-qualified
Global Track family of products. Global Track prod-
engineering staff.
Marketed under the KPI-JCI and Astec Mobile Screens
brand, Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc. designs, manufactures
and markets full lines of washing, conveying, crushing,
screening, classifying and portable and mobile plant
equipment. For more than 75 years, Kolberg-Pioneer’s
products and its dedicated KPI-JCI and Astec Mobile
Screens dealer network have been recognized within
the aggregate and recycling industries as suppliers of
ucts feature quarry-duty, time-proven components
and were developed to be the perfect rental tools
and ideal for operations in remote locations. In addi-
tion to the new GT440, Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc. also
rolled out significant new improvements to its
diverse range of products, including a new tramp
iron relief system for its Vanguard Jaw Crushers, a
high-stroke vibrating grizzly feeder, and a grizzly
pre-screen option.
dependable equipment and experienced application-
Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc. continues to emphasize product
oriented support.
line diversification and new market development.
Left › Right: 1. The new 36" x 170' SuperStacker™ is the latest model of KPI-JCI and Astec Mobile Screens telescoping stackers.
2. The new-generation Vanguard jaw crusher reduces maintenance and increases performance. 3. The Global Track GT440 features
an Andreas Series 4240 horizontal shaft impact crusher. 4. The patent-pending grizzly pre-screen features a double-deck grizzly with
multiple configurations and up to three product separations. 5. The FT4250 track-mounted impactor features an Andreas Series 4250
horizontal shaft impact crusher.
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36 n ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.
EUGENE,
Oregon, USA
JOHNSON CRUSHERS
INTERNATIONAL, INC.
REPORTING GROUP: AGGREGATE AND MINING
INDUSTRIES SERVED
AGGREGATE AND MINING
INFRASTRUCTURE
ENERGY
PRODUCTS
n Material Handling Equipment
n Crushing Equipment
n Screening Equipment
n Track Mount Equipment
n Washing and Classifying Equipment
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Johnson Crushers International, Inc. (JCI) designs,
GT206 features a heavy-duty 20' x 6' inclined screen
manufactures and markets full lines of cone crush-
that offers more screen area and production potential
ers, horizontal and incline vibrating screens, track-
than other competitive models. In addition to the
mounted, portable and stationary crushing and
larger screen, the GT206’s fines side conveyor fea-
screening plants under the KPI-JCI and Astec
tures a class-leading discharge height for increased
Mobile Screens brand.
In 2014, Johnson Crushers International launched
three new track-mounted units, the GT200, the
GT206 and the FT400DF. The GT200 is a track-
mounted unit that incorporates a newly-redesigned
1200LS shim adjust cone crusher. Utilizing the LS
Cone Crusher allows for hydraulic controls and less
overall weight, creating a track-mounted crusher that
is highly portable and simple to operate. The new
stockpile capacity. The FT400DF is the latest addi-
tion to the Fast Trax Kodiak Plus cone crushing fam-
ily, which includes the FT200DF and the FT300DF.
The heart of the FT400DF is the 400-horsepower
Kodiak Plus K400+ Cone Crusher. Combined with
a CAT C-15 Engine, this unit fills the demand for a
track-mounted cone crusher that yields higher pro-
duction capabilities than what is currently offered in
the marketplace.
Left › Right: 1. The new FT400DF features a Kodiak® Plus K400+ Cone Crusher, a track-mounted cone crushing plant designed to
deliver efficient material sizing. 2. The K400+PM is a portable cone plant featuring a 400-horsepower Kodiak® Plus cone crusher,
the heaviest and most efficient cone crusher in its class. 3. The Combo® Screen combines the best characteristics of both incline
and horizontal screens. 4. The Kodiak® Plus K500+ is a new 500-horsepower, remote-adjust cone crusher. It is the latest addition
to the Kodiak® Plus cone crusher family. 5. Horizontal screens from KPI-JCI and Astec Mobile Screens deliver high productivity in
a low-profile package. 6. The new GT206 features a heavy-duty 20' x 6' inclined screen that offers more screen area and pro-
duction potential than other competitive models. 7. The new track-mounted GT200 features a 1200LS cone crusher.
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38 n ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.
STERLING,
Illinois, USA
ASTEC MOBILE
SCREENS, INC.
REPORTING GROUP: AGGREGATE AND MINING
INDUSTRIES SERVED
AGGREGATE AND MINING
INFRASTRUCTURE
ENERGY
PRODUCTS
n Mobile Screening Plants
n Portable Screening Plants
n Stationary Screen Structures
n High Frequency Screens
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2014 ANNUAL REPORT n 39
Astec Mobile Screens, Inc. is the world’s premier
to make more salable products. As the leading
supplier of innovative screening solutions. Marketed
manufacturer in the portable and stationary recycled
under the KPI-JCI and Astec Mobile Screens brand,
asphalt pavement (RAP) market, Astec Mobile
the full line of products includes mobile screening
Screens remains dedicated to growing alongside
plants, portable and stationary screen structures and
the ever-increasing RAP market. By fractionating
high frequency screens for the quarry, recycle, sand
RAP millings with a portable or stationary Vari-Vibe®
and gravel and other material processing industries.
High Frequency screen, producers can increase RAP
In 2014, Astec Mobile Screens continued to empha-
utilization and operation savings.
size the Global Track (GT) product line, to include
Astec Mobile Screens is committed to exploring
the GT165DF, GT145 and GT205 screening plants.
new markets through product innovation such as its
GT products feature quarry-duty, time-proven
newly-released high frequency screen for industrial
components and were developed to be the perfect
markets. This screen is designed to operate in the
rental tools and ideal for operations requiring self-
wood pelleting and industrial sand market. Recently,
contained track screening plants. These new prod-
its high frequency screen was used in conjunction
ucts are the latest additions to the company’s full
with Astec, Inc.’s wood pellet plant to process wood
line of conventional track screening.
pellets into renewable fuel for electric power plants.
Astec Mobile Screens is focused on developing and
adapting its screening plants to enable producers
Left › Right: 1. The ProSizer 3100 incorporates a double-deck PEP Vari-Vibe high frequency screen with a horizontal shaft
impactor. 2. The PTSC 2618VM is a portable screening plant designed for in-line material processing and site-to-site movement.
3. Track-mounted screening plant. 4. Pictured is a complete system from KPI-JCI and Astec Mobile Screens that specializes in
processing recycled asphalt pavement (RAP). 5. The GT165DF was designed to provide contractors and producers with a
versatile screening plant that would handle high volumes of material in both scalping and sizing applications.
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40 n ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.
OMAGH,
Northern
Ireland
TELESTACK LTD
REPORTING GROUP: AGGREGATE AND MINING
INDUSTRIES SERVED
AGGREGATE AND MINING
INFRASTRUCTURE
PRODUCTS
n Ship Loaders and Unloaders
n Radial Telescopic Stackers
n Track Mounted Conveyors
n Mobile Truck Unloaders
n Bulk Reception Feeders
n Mobile Hopper Feeder
n Reclaim Hoppers
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Telestack offers a range of mobile bulk material
many more. Its externally audited ISO 9001:2008
handling solutions that are used in ports and inland
Quality Management System ensures Telestack has
river terminals, mines, quarries, power stations, steel
the processes in place to deliver what the customer
mills and cement plants. Its solutions are used for
ordered on time, within budget and to the expected
vessel loading/unloading Intake systems, stacking,
quality standards.
reclaiming, and rail wagon loading/unloading of dry
bulk materials. The end users are some of the big-
gest companies in their chosen industries and they
rely on Telestack's proven record of performance to
develop customized solutions for their bulk handling
facilities using best practice principles and innovation.
With equipment operating in harsh environments
from the extreme heat of Africa to the freezing cold
of Siberia to the high altitudes of Chile, Telestack
can handle all free flowing bulk materials including
ores, coal, aggregates, grains, fertilizer, biomass and
Robust designs and innovative assembly designs
allow Telestack equipment to be easily packed into
shipping containers and quickly assembled on site
anywhere in the world ensuring Telestack is com-
petitive globally.
Telestack’s aftermarkets infrastructure, coupled with
a network of locally based partners around the
world enable its customers to get industry leading
support and back up.
Left › Right: 1. Telestack TU 1016 R truck unloader and TS 1242 radial telescopic shiploader—shiploading at Port of Imbituba,
Brazil at 750 meters cubed per hour. 2. Telestack HF 521 reclaim coal from stockpile feeding Telestack TC 421 R radial track con-
veyor feeding into a railcar in USA. 3. Telestack TC 421R track conveyor stockpiling coal and petroleum coke in South Africa.
4. Telestack TS 542 radial telescopic conveyor shiploading fertilizer in Latvia. 5. Telestack TC 421 track conveyors handling
aggregate in Austria Linking with a Mobile Crusher. 6. Telestack TS 2058 radial telescopic conveyor stockpiling coal in a power
station in Chile at 2,000tph. 7. Telestack TS 1242 radial telescopic conveyor with dust containment and cascade chute in a petro-
leum coke shiploading application in Brisbane, Australia.
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42 n ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
J. Don Brock, PhD
Chairman of Astec Industries, Inc.
Chairman of the Board
Chairman—Executive Committee
James B. Baker
Managing Partner of River Associates
Investments, LLC
Member—Audit Committee
Member—Compensation Committee
Benjamin G. Brock
President and Chief Executive Officer
of Astec Industries, Inc.
William G. Dorey
Former Chief Executive Officer and
President of Granite Construction, Inc.
Member—Nominating and Corporate
Governance Committee
Member—Compensation Committee
Daniel K. Frierson
Chairman of the Board and
Chief Executive Officer of the
Dixie Group, Inc.
Member—Executive Committee
Chairman—Nominating and Corporate
Governance Committee
William D. Gehl
Chairman of the Board of IBD
Southeastern Wisconsin
Chairman of the Board of
FreightCar America
Chairman—Compensation Committee
Member—Audit Committee
Charles F. Potts
Chairman of the Board of Heritage
Construction and Materials
Member—Audit Committee
Member—Compensation Committee
William B. Sansom
Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive
Officer of The H.T. Hackney Company
Member—Audit Committee
Member—Nominating and Corporate
Governance Committee,
Lead Independent Director
W. Norman Smith
Vice Chairman of Astec Industries, Inc.
Vice Chairman of the Board
Member—Executive Committee
Glen E. Tellock
Chairman of the Board, President
and Chief Executive Officer of
The Manitowoc Company, Inc.
Chairman—Audit Committee
Member—Nominating and Corporate
Governance Committee
ASTEC INDUSTRIES’ CORPORATE EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
PICTURED, FROM LEFT TO RIGHT,
TOP TO BOTTOM:
Benjamin G. Brock
President and
Chief Executive Officer
J. Don Brock
Chairman
W. Norman Smith
Vice Chairman
Richard J. Dorris
Executive Vice President and
Chief Operating Officer
Richard A. Patek
Group President
Aggregate and Mining Group
Jeffrey J. Elliott
Group Vice President
Aggregate and Mining Group
David C. Silvious
Vice President, Chief Financial
Officer and Treasurer
Stephen C. Anderson
Vice President of
Administration, Corporate
Secretary and Director
of Investor Relations
Robin A. Leffew
Corporate Controller
FINANCIAL
INFORMATION
SELECTED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL DATA
(in thousands, except as noted*)
Consolidated Statement of Income Data
Net sales
Gross profit1
Gross profit %
Selling, general and administrative
expenses2
Research and development
Income from operations
Interest expense
Other income (expense), net
Net income from continuing operations
Income (loss) from discontinued
operations, net of tax
Gain on sale of subsidiary, net of tax
Net income
Net income attributable to controlling
interest
Earnings (loss) per common share*
Net income attributable to controlling
interest from continuing operations
Basic
Diluted
Income (loss) from discontinued
operations
Basic
Diluted
Net income attributable to controlling
interest
Basic
Diluted
Consolidated Balance Sheet Data
Working capital
Total assets
Total short-term debt
Long-term debt, less current maturities
Total equity
Cash dividends declared per common
share*
Book value per diluted common share
at year-end*
2014
2013
2012
2011
2010
$ 975,595
215,316
$ 932,998
207,119
$ 936,273
207,951
$ 908,641
211,533
$ 737,084
175,929
22.1%
22.2%
22.2%
23.3%
23.9%
141,490
133,337
136,323
132,371
109,354
22,129
51,697
720
1,207
34,206
18,101
55,681
423
1,937
39,214
20,520
51,108
339
1,783
34,210
20,764
58,398
190
1,082
40,440
15,987
50,588
339
632
34,648
--
--
34,206
--
--
39,214
3,401
3,378
40,989
225
--
40,665
(1,269)
--
33,379
34,458
39,042
40,828
40,563
33,237
1.51
1.49
1.72
1.69
--
--
--
--
1.51
1.49
1.72
1.69
1.50
1.48
0.30
0.29
1.80
1.77
1.79
1.76
0.01
0.01
1.80
1.76
1.53
1.51
(0.06)
(0.06)
1.48
1.46
$ 392,062
805,465
3,841
7,061
599,352
$ 388,880
749,291
34
510
580,511
$ 358,536
728,783
--
--
550,734
$ 333,719
719,481
--
--
531,298
$ 318,936
651,549
--
--
494,276
0.40
0.30
1.00
--
--
25.76
24.99
23.82
23.09
21.63
12011 Gross profit includes charges of $2,162 related to sale of utility product line assets in the Energy Group.
22011 Selling, general and administrative expenses include an impairment charge of $2,304 related to aviation
equipment classified as held for sale during 2011.
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SUPPLEMENTARY FINANCIAL DATA
(in thousands, except as noted*)
Quarterly Financial Highlights
(Unaudited)
First
Quarter
Second
Quarter
Third
Quarter
Fourth
Quarter
2014 Net sales
Gross profit
Net income
Net income attributable to controlling interest
Earnings per common share*
Net income attributable to controlling
interest:
Basic
Diluted
2013 Net sales
Gross profit
Net income
Net income attributable to controlling interest
Earnings per common share*
Net income attributable to controlling
interest:
Basic
Diluted
Common Stock Price*
2014 High
2014 Low
2013 High
2013 Low
$ 238,673
56,757
9,547
9,545
$ 277,256
62,178
14,489
14,497
$ 220,157
43,261
1,766
1,916
$ 239,509
53,120
8,404
8,500
0.42
0.41
0.64
0.63
0.08
0.08
0.37
0.37
$ 247,833
58,567
13,251
13,171
$ 248,127
55,442
11,152
11,092
$ 213,177
45,787
6,527
6,514
$ 223,861
47,323
8,284
8,265
0.58
0.57
0.49
0.48
0.29
0.28
0.36
0.36
$
$
$
$
46.00
35.07
36.99
33.50
$
$
44.27
38.00
35.85
30.87
44.97
36.45
$ $41.09
34.28
37.50
33.15
$ $39.01
33.23
The Company’s common stock is traded in the Nasdaq National Market under the symbol ASTE. Prices shown
are the high and low sales prices as announced by the Nasdaq National Market. The Company paid a dividend
of $1.00 per share on its common stock in the fourth quarter of 2012. On February 28, 2013, the Company’s
Board of Directors approved a dividend policy pursuant to which the Company began paying a quarterly $0.10
per share dividend on its common stock beginning in the second quarter of 2013. The Company paid quarterly
dividends of $0.10 per common share to shareholders in the second, third and fourth quarters of 2013 and each
quarter in 2014. As determined by the proxy search on the record date for the Company’s 2015 annual
shareholders’ meeting, the number of holders of record is approximately 300.
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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION
AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts, unless otherwise specified)
Explanatory Note
As previously disclosed in its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2013 and its
Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2014, due to the recent change in the
Company’s chief operating decision maker, the sale of a Company subsidiary and other product lines, and the
transfer of responsibility for certain product lines between Company subsidiaries, the Company performed an
evaluation of its reportable segments composition. This process was completed during the first quarter of 2014
and the composition of the Company’s reportable segments was changed beginning with the Company’s Form
10-Q for the quarter ended March 31, 2014. Financial information by segment is included in Note 17 to the
accompanying financial statements and elsewhere in Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial
Condition and Results of Operations. Historical segment information included in this Report has been reclassified
to reflect the new segment structure.
The following discussion contains forward-looking statements that involve inherent risks and uncertainties.
Actual results may differ materially from those contained in these forward-looking statements. For additional
information regarding forward-looking statements, see “Forward-looking Statements” on page 59.
Overview
Astec Industries, Inc. (the “Company”) is a leading manufacturer and seller of equipment for the road building,
aggregate processing, geothermal, water, oil and gas, and wood processing industries. The Company’s
businesses:
•
•
design, engineer, manufacture and market equipment that is used in each phase of road building,
including quarrying and crushing the aggregate, mobile bulk and material handling solutions,
producing asphalt or concrete, recycling old asphalt or concrete and applying the asphalt;
design, engineer, manufacture and market additional equipment and components, including equipment
for geothermal drilling, oil and natural gas drilling, industrial heat transfer, wood chipping and grinding,
and wood pellet processing; and
• manufacture and sell replacement parts for equipment in each of its product lines.
Astec Industries, Inc. consists of 20 companies: 16 manufacturing companies, 2 companies that operate as
dealers for the manufacturing companies, a captive insurance company and the parent company. The
companies fall within three reportable operating segments: the Infrastructure Group, the Aggregate and Mining
Group and the Energy Group. The Infrastructure Group is made up of five business units, three of which design,
engineer, manufacture and market a complete line of asphalt plants, asphalt pavers, wood pellet plants and
related components and ancillary equipment. The two remaining companies in the Infrastructure Group primarily
sell, service and install equipment produced by the manufacturing subsidiaries of the Company with the majority
of sales to the infrastructure industry. The Aggregate and Mining Group consists of eight business units that
design, manufacture and market heavy equipment and parts in the aggregate, metallic mining, quarrying,
recycling, ports and bulk handling industries. The Energy Group consists of five business units that design,
manufacture and market heaters, drilling rigs, concrete plants, wood chippers and grinders, pump trailers,
storage equipment and related parts to the oil and gas, construction, and water well industries. The Company
also has one other category, Corporate, that contains the business units that do not meet the requirements for
separate disclosure as a separate operating segment or inclusion in one of the other reporting segments. The
business units in the Corporate category are Astec Insurance Company (“Astec Insurance” or “the captive”) and
Astec Industries, Inc., the parent company. These two companies provide support and corporate oversight for all
the companies that fall within the reportable operating segments.
The Company’s financial performance is affected by a number of factors, including the cyclical nature and
varying conditions of the markets it serves. Demand in these markets fluctuates in response to overall economic
conditions and is particularly sensitive to the amount of public sector spending on infrastructure development,
privately funded infrastructure development, changes in the price of crude oil, which affects the cost of fuel and
liquid asphalt, and changes in the price of steel.
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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (CONTINUED)
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
The Company believes that federal highway funding influences the purchasing decisions of the Company’s
customers, who are typically more comfortable making capital equipment purchases with long-term federal
legislation in place. Federal funding provides for approximately 25% of all highway, street, roadway and parking
construction in the United States.
In July 2012, the “Moving Ahead for Progress in the 21st Century Act” (“Map-21”) was approved by the U.S.
federal government, which authorized $105 billion of federal spending on highway and public transportation
programs through fiscal year 2014. In August 2014, the U.S. government approved short-term funding of $10.8
billion through May 2015. The Company believes a longer multi-year highway program would have the greatest
positive impact on the road construction industry and allow its customers to plan and execute longer-term
projects. The level of future federal highway construction is uncertain and any future funding may be at lower
levels than in the past.
In recent years, several other countries have implemented infrastructure spending programs to stimulate their
economies. The Company believes these spending programs have had a positive impact on its financial
performance; however, the magnitude of that impact cannot be determined.
The public sector spending described above is needed to fund road, bridge and mass transit improvements. The
Company believes that increased funding is unquestionably needed to restore the nation’s highways to a quality
level required for safety, fuel efficiency and mitigation of congestion. In the Company’s opinion, amounts needed
for such improvements are significantly greater than amounts approved to date, and funding mechanisms such
as the federal usage fee per gallon of gasoline, which has not been increased in over 20 years, would likely need
to be increased along with other measures to generate the funds needed.
In addition to public sector funding, the economies in the markets the Company serves, the price of oil and its
impact on customers’ purchasing decisions and the price of steel may each affect the Company’s financial
performance. Economic downturns generally result in decreased purchasing by the Company’s customers,
which, in turn, causes reductions in sales and increased pricing pressure on the Company’s products. Rising
interest rates also typically negatively impact customers’ attitudes toward purchasing equipment. The Federal
Reserve has maintained historically low interest rates in response to the economic downturn which began in
2009; however, interest rates may increase in 2015.
Significant portions of the Company’s revenues from the Infrastructure Group relate to the sale of equipment
involved in the production, handling, recycling or installation of asphalt mix. Liquid asphalt is a by-product of oil
production. An increase or decrease in the price of oil impacts the cost of asphalt, which is likely to alter demand
for asphalt and therefore affect demand for certain Company products. While increasing oil prices may have a
negative financial impact on many of the Company’s customers, the Company’s equipment can use a significant
amount of recycled asphalt pavement, thereby mitigating the effect of increased oil prices on the final cost of
asphalt for the customer. The Company continues to develop products and initiatives to reduce the amount of oil
and related products required to produce asphalt mix. Oil price volatility makes it difficult to predict the costs of
oil-based products used in road construction such as liquid asphalt and gasoline. Oil prices in 2014 were stable
throughout the first half of the year and fell for the last half of the year. Minor fluctuations in oil prices should not
have a significant impact on customers’ buying decisions. Other factors such as political uncertainty in oil
producing countries, interruptions in oil production due to disasters, whether natural or man-made, or other
economic factors could significantly impact oil prices which could negatively impact demand for the Company’s
products. However, the Company believes the lack of confidence surrounding the approval of a long-term federal
highway bill has a greater potential to impact the buying decisions of the Company’s customers than does the
fluctuation of oil prices in 2015.
Contrary to the impact of oil prices and federal funding concerns on many of the Company’s Infrastructure Group
products as discussed above, the products manufactured by the Energy Group, which are used in drilling for oil
and natural gas, in heaters for refineries and oil sands, and in double fluid pump trailers for fracking and oil and
gas extraction, would benefit from higher oil and natural gas prices, to the extent that such higher prices lead to
increased development in the oil and natural gas production industries. The Company believes further
development of domestic oil and natural gas production capabilities is needed and would positively impact the
domestic economy and the Company’s business.
Steel is a major component in the Company’s equipment. Moderate decreases in steel price occurred during the
fourth quarter of 2014. Steel prices have stabilized in the first quarter of 2015 with moderate demand and
relatively short mill lead times for most products. The Company expects steel prices to remain near current levels
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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (CONTINUED)
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
in the short-term unless there is significant demand increases due to growth in the broader economy. It is
uncertain, however, if these trends will continue throughout the remainder of 2015. The Company continues to
utilize forward-looking contracts coupled with advanced steel purchases to minimize the impact of fluctuations in
steel prices. The Company will continue to review the trends in steel prices in future months and establish future
contract pricing accordingly.
In addition to the factors stated above, many of the Company’s markets are highly competitive, and its products
compete worldwide with a number of other manufacturers and dealers that produce and sell similar products.
During 2010 through mid-2012, a weak dollar, combined with improving economic conditions in certain foreign
economies, had a positive impact on the Company’s international sales. In 2013 and 2014, the dollar
strengthened against many foreign currencies which had a negative effect on pricing in certain foreign markets
the Company serves. The Company expects the dollar to remain strong against most foreign currencies in the
near term. Increasing domestic interest rates or weakening economic conditions abroad could cause the dollar to
continue to strengthen, which could negatively impact the Company’s international sales.
In the United States and internationally, the Company’s equipment is marketed directly to customers as well as
through dealers. During 2014, approximately 75% to 80% of equipment sold by the Company was sold directly to
the end user. The Company expects this ratio to remain relatively consistent through 2015.
The Company is operated on a decentralized basis with a complete management team for each operating
subsidiary. Finance, insurance, legal, shareholder relations, corporate accounting and other corporate matters
are primarily handled at the corporate level (i.e., Astec Industries, Inc., the parent company). The engineering,
design, sales, manufacturing and basic accounting functions are all handled at each individual subsidiary.
Standard accounting procedures are prescribed and followed in all reporting.
The non-union employees of each subsidiary have the opportunity to earn profit-sharing incentives in the
aggregate of up to 10% of each subsidiary’s after-tax profit if the subsidiary meets established goals. These
goals are based on the subsidiary’s return on capital employed, cash flow on capital employed and safety. The
profit-sharing incentives for subsidiary presidents and corporate officers are normally paid from a separate
formula-driven pool based on the same key performance indicators used in the employee incentive plan.
Results of Operations: 2014 vs. 2013
Net Sales
Net sales increased $42,597 or 4.6% to $975,595 in 2014 from $932,998 in 2013. Sales are generated primarily
from new equipment purchases made by customers for use in construction for privately funded infrastructure and
public sector spending on infrastructure as well as equipment for the aggregate, mining, quarrying and recycling
markets and for the oil and gas and geothermal industries. 2014 sales include $23,781 sales of Telestack
Limited, located in Northern Ireland, which was acquired in April 2014.
Domestic sales for 2014 were $654,231 or 67.1% of consolidated net sales compared to $599,054 or 64.2% of
consolidated net sales for 2013, an increase of $55,180 or 9.2%. The overall increase in domestic sales for 2014
compared to 2013 reflects the strengthening economic conditions for the Company’s products in the domestic
market.
International sales for 2014 were $321,364 or 32.9% of consolidated net sales compared to $333,944 or 35.8%
of consolidated net sales for 2013, a decrease of $12,580 or 3.8%. International sales decreased due to the
economic uncertainties and political unrest in several countries in which the Company markets its products as
well as a strengthening U.S. dollar against many foreign currencies. The Company continues its efforts to grow
its international business by increasing its presence in the markets it serves.
Parts sales as a percentage of consolidated net sales decreased 40 basis points to 26.1% in 2014 from 26.5% in
2013. In dollars, parts sales increased 3.2% to $254,747 in 2014 from $246,905 in 2013.
Gross Profit
Consolidated gross profit as a percentage of sales remained relatively flat at 22.1% in 2014 vs. 22.2% in 2013.
In dollars, gross profit increased 4.0% to $215,316 in 2014 from $207,119 in 2013.
Selling, General and Administrative Expense
Selling, general and administrative expenses for 2014 were $141,490 or 14.5% of net sales compared to
$133,337 or 14.3% of net sales for 2013, an increase of $8,153 or 6.1%. The increase in selling, general and
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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (CONTINUED)
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
administrative expense was due to an increase in expense related to the ConExpo Show of $3,451 and an
increase in payroll and related expense of $3,974 from 2013.
Research and Development
Research and development expenses increased $4,029 or 22.3% to $22,129 in 2014 from $18,100 in 2013.
During 2014, the Company increased research and development spending for new products as well as
improvements to existing product lines and adaptation of those products to other markets.
Interest Expense
Interest expense in 2014 increased $297 or 70.2%, to $720 from $423 in 2013. The increase in interest expense
in 2014 compared to 2013 was primarily related to utilization of credit facilities in Brazil to finance operations of a
new manufacturing facility and purchase of related equipment.
Interest Income
Interest income increased $375 or 35.7% to $1,422 in 2014 from $1,047 in 2013. The increase was primarily due
to interest received related to the Company’s financing of a customer’s purchase of the first wood pellet
processing plant produced by the Company.
Other Income (Expense), Net
Other income (expense), net was $1,207 in 2014 compared to $1,937 in 2013, a decrease of $730 or 37.7% due
to a decrease in investment income as a result of the Company using its short-term investments to fund the
acquisition of Telestack Limited in April 2014.
Income Tax
Income tax expense on continuing operations for 2014 was $19,400, compared to $19,028 for 2013. The
effective tax rates for 2014 and 2013 were 36.2% and 32.7%, respectively. The effective tax rate increase for
2014 over the effective rate in 2013 was due to an increase in state income tax as well as an increase in
valuation allowances, other permanent differences and a decrease in research and development tax credits.
Net Income Attributable To Controlling Interest
The Company had net income attributable to controlling interest of $34,458 in 2014 compared to $39,042 in 2013
a decrease of $4,584, or 11.7%. Earnings per diluted share decreased $0.20 to $1.49 in 2014 from $1.69 in
2013. Weighted average diluted shares outstanding for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013 were
23,105 and 23,081, respectively. The increase in shares outstanding is primarily due to the granting of restricted
stock units.
Backlog
The backlog of orders at December 31, 2014 was $332,051 compared to $298,193 at December 31, 2013, an
increase of $33,858, or 11.4%. The backlog for 2013 has been adjusted to reflect the addition of Telestack
Limited to the Company in 2014. The increase in the backlog of orders was due to an increase in domestic
backlog of $21,731 or 10.8% and an increase in international backlog of $12,127 or 12.4%. The Infrastructure
Group backlog increased $10,070 or 7.3% from 2013. Included in the Infrastructure Group backlog is $59,275 for
a three-line pellet plant order for one customer. The backlog at December 31, 2013 included $20,800 for the first
line of the order. Without this order, the Infrastructure backlog would have decreased $28,404 or 24.4% from
2013. The decrease in backlog is attributed to customers’ uncertainty around long-term federal highway funding.
The Energy Group backlog increased $46,972 or 97.7% from 2013 due in part to the receipt of a large order in
late 2014 for an international customer. The Aggregate and Mining Group backlog decreased $23,184 or 20.5%
from 2013 due in part to a custom order received in late 2013 for a large crushing, screening and wash plant for
a domestic customer. The Company is unable to determine whether the increase in backlogs was experienced
by the industry as a whole.
Net Sales by Segment
Infrastructure Group
Aggregate and Mining Group
Energy Group
$
2014
386,356 $
384,883
204,356
2013
398,399 $
350,514
184,085
$ Change
(12,043)
34,369
20,271
% Change
(3.0%)
9.8%
11.0%
Infrastructure Group: Sales in this group decreased to $386,356 in 2014 compared to $398,399 in 2013, a
decrease of $12,043 or 3.0%. Domestic sales for the Infrastructure Group decreased 1.5% in 2014 compared to
2013 primarily due to customers’ uncertainty around long-term federal highway funding. International sales for
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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (CONTINUED)
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
the Infrastructure Group decreased 6.9% in 2014 compared to 2013. The decrease in international sales was
due primarily to the strengthening of the U.S dollar in 2014 and political unrest in certain countries. The decrease
in international sales for the Infrastructure Group occurred mainly in Australia and the Post-Soviet States. Parts
sales for the Infrastructure Group increased 10.0% in 2014 compared to 2013. The Company believes the
increase in parts sales from 2013 to 2014 was due in part to customers’ decisions to repair existing equipment
instead of purchasing new equipment in response to the lack of a long-term federal highway bill. The Company
also believes a portion of the increase in parts sales was attributed to sales of replacement parts for our
competitors’ equipment.
Aggregate and Mining Group: Sales in this group were $384,883 in 2014 compared to $350,514 in 2013, an
increase of $34,369 or 9.8%. Domestic sales for the Aggregate and Mining Group increased 20.0% in 2014
compared to 2013 primarily due to improving economic conditions and improved demand related to
infrastructure, particularly in the oil and gas producing regions of the country. International sales for the
Aggregate and Mining Group decreased 0.9% in 2014 compared to 2013. The decrease in international sales for
the Aggregate and Mining Group would have been 14.8% without the acquisition of Telestack Limited in April
2014. The decrease in international sales occurred primarily in Canada, Africa and Mexico. Parts sales for the
Aggregate and Mining Group decreased 2.3% in 2014 compared to 2013.
Energy Group: Sales in this group were $204,356 in 2014 compared to $184,085 in 2013, an increase of
$20,271 or 11.0%. Domestic sales for the Energy Group increased 18.0% in 2014 compared to 2013 primarily
due to the rebound of the construction, recycling and biomass energy markets as well as the improved market for
energy related processing equipment. International sales for the Energy Group decreased 6.6% in 2014
compared to 2013. The decrease in international sales was due primarily to the strengthening of the U.S dollar in
2014 and political unrest in certain countries. The decrease in international sales occurred in the Post-Soviet
States and Africa. Parts sales for the Energy Group increased 1.7% in 2014 due to the increase in sales to the
wood grinding market.
Segment Profit (Loss)
Infrastructure Group
Aggregate and Mining Group
Energy Group
Corporate
2014
$
$ 29,477
32,900
10,316
(35,270)
2013
32,814 $
33,031
4,005
(30,367)
$ Change
(3,337)
(131)
6,311
(4,903)
% Change
(10.2%)
(0.4%)
157.6%
(16.1%)
Infrastructure Group: Profit for this group was $29,477 for 2014 compared to $32,814 for 2013, a decrease of
$3,337 or 10.2%. This group’s profits were negatively impacted by a decrease of $2,170 in gross profit as a
result of a decrease in sales of $12,043, and an increase in ConExpo-related expenses of $1,633.
Aggregate and Mining Group: Profit for this group was $32,900 in 2014 compared to $33,031 in 2013, a
decrease of $131 or 0.4%. This group’s profits were favorably impacted by an increase of $4,129 in gross profit
for 2014 as a result of the $34,369 increase in sales from 2013 offset by increased expenses including
amortization expense due to acquisition accounting of $1,785 and ConExpo expense of $1,218.
Energy Group: Profit for this group was $10,316 in 2014 compared to profit of $4,005 in 2013, an increase of
$6,311 or 157.6%. This group’s profits were favorably impacted by an increase of $9,044 or 26.7% in gross profit
during 2014 driven by an increase in sales of $20,271 from 2013 and an increase in gross margins from 18.4% in
2013 to 21.0% in 2014 offset by increases in ConExpo expense of $622 and other selling expenses of $1,792.
Corporate: Net corporate expenses were $35,270 in 2014 as compared to $30,307 in 2013, an increase of
$4,903, due to increased U.S. federal income taxes and increased payroll costs associated with the January 1,
2014 restructuring of the Company’s upper management. Additionally, other income included in this category
also declined significantly due to reduced investment income.
Results of Operations: 2013 vs. 2012
Net Sales
Net sales decreased $3,275 or 0.3%, from $936,273 in 2012 to $932,998 in 2013. Sales are generated primarily
from new equipment purchases made by customers for use in construction for privately funded infrastructure
and public sector spending on infrastructure as well as equipment for the aggregate, mining, quarrying and
recycling markets and the oil and gas and geothermal industries.
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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (CONTINUED)
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
Domestic sales for 2013 were $599,054 or 64.2% of consolidated net sales compared to $572,522 or 61.1% of
consolidated net sales for 2012, an increase of $26,532 or 4.6%. The overall increase in domestic sales for
2013 compared to 2012 reflects the strengthening economic conditions for the Company’s products in the
domestic market.
International sales for 2013 were $333,944 or 35.8% of consolidated net sales compared to $363,751 or
38.9% of consolidated net sales for 2012, a decrease of $29,807 or 8.2%. International sales decreased due
to the economic uncertainties in several countries in which the Company markets its products as well as a
strengthening U.S. dollar against many foreign currencies. The Company continues its efforts to grow its
international business by increasing its presence in the markets it serves.
Parts sales as a percentage of consolidated net sales increased 20 basis points to 26.5% in 2013 from 26.3% in
2012. In dollars, parts sales increased 0.4% to $246,905 in 2013 from $245,851 in 2012.
Gross Profit
Consolidated gross profit as a percentage of sales remained constant at 22.2% in 2013 and 2012.
Selling, General and Administrative Expense
Selling, general and administrative expenses for 2013 were $133,337 or 14.3% of net sales, compared to
$136,323 or 14.6% of net sales for 2012, a decrease of $2,986 or 2.2%. In 2013, the Company recorded $799 of
expense related to the 2014 ConExpo Show compared to $143 in 2012. The decrease in selling, general and
administrative expense from the prior year was primarily due to a decrease in legal and professional expenses of
$1,525.
Research and Development
Research and development expenses decreased $2,419 or 11.8% to $18,101 in 2013 from $20,520 in 2012.
During 2013 and 2012, the Company invested heavily in research and development across all segments for
numerous new equipment offerings which was showcased at the 2014 ConExpo Show.
Interest Expense
Interest expense in 2013 increased $84, or 24.8%, to $423 from $339 in 2012. The increase in interest expense
in 2013 compared to 2012 was primarily due to an increase in bank fees related to the Company’s line of credit
agreement with Wells Fargo.
Interest Income
Interest income decreased $98 or 8.6% to $1,047 in 2013 from $1,145 in 2012.
Other Income (Expense), Net
Other income (expense), net was $1,937 in 2013 compared to $1,783 in 2012, an increase of $154 or 8.6% due
to an increase in investment income on a portion of the Company’s excess cash invested in mutual funds
beginning in 2013.
Income Tax
Income tax expense on continuing operations for 2013 was $19,028, compared to $19,487 for 2012. The
effective tax rates for 2013 and 2012 were 32.7% and 36.3%, respectively. The primary reason for the decrease
in the effective tax rate from 2012 to 2013 is tax legislation passed in early 2013 that allowed the Company to
obtain a tax credit in 2013 based upon amounts expensed for research and development in 2012 in addition to
research and development costs incurred in 2013.
Net Income Attributable To Controlling Interest
The Company had net income attributable to controlling interest of $39,042 in 2013 compared to $40,828 in 2012
(which includes $6,779 of income from discontinued operations) for a decrease of $1,786, or 4.4%. Earnings per
diluted share decreased $0.08 from $1.77 in 2012 to $1.69 in 2013. Weighted average diluted shares
outstanding for the years ended December 31, 2013 and 2012 were 23,081 and 23,051, respectively. The
increase in shares outstanding is primarily due to the granting of restricted stock units.
Backlog
The backlog of orders at December 31, 2013 was $290,242 compared to $263,791 at December 31, 2012, an
increase of $26,451, or 10.0%. The increase in the backlog of orders was due to an increase in domestic backlog
of $43,880 or 28.0% offset by a decrease in international backlog of $17,429 or 16.3%. The Aggregate and
Mining Group backlog increased $16,899 or 19.2% from 2012 to 2013 due in part to an order received in late
2013 for a large crushing, screening and wash plant for a domestic customer. The Infrastructure Group backlog
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(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
increased $12,910 or 10.4% from 2012. The Energy Group backlog decreased $3,358 or 6.5% from 2012 due to
the decreased demand for units in the oil and gas industry in the latter part of 2013. The Company is unable to
determine whether the changes in backlogs were experienced by the industry as a whole.
Net Sales by Segment
Infrastructure Group
Aggregate and Mining Group
Energy Group
2013
2012
$ Change
$ 398,399 $ 390,753 $
350,514
184,085
355,428
190,092
7,646
(4,914)
(6,007)
% Change
2.0%
(1.4%)
(3.2%)
Infrastructure Group: Sales in this group increased to $398,399 in 2013 compared to $390,753 in 2012, an
increase of $7,646 or 2.0%. Domestic sales for the Infrastructure Group increased 12.2% in 2013 compared to
2012 due to the strengthening of the U.S. domestic economy. International sales for the Infrastructure Group
decreased 17.6% in 2013 compared to 2012 due primarily to the strengthening of the U.S. dollar against many
foreign currencies. The decrease in international sales occurred primarily in Canada, Australia, Mexico and India.
Parts sales for the Infrastructure Group increased 1.2% in 2013 compared to 2012.
Aggregate and Mining Group: Sales in this group were $350,514 in 2013 compared to $355,428 in 2012, a
decrease of $4,914 or 1.4%. Domestic sales for the Aggregate and Mining Group increased 1.9% in 2013
compared to 2012 primarily due to improving economic conditions and improved demand related to
infrastructure, particularly in the oil and gas producing regions of the country. International sales for the
Aggregate and Mining Group decreased 4.6% in 2013 compared to 2012. The decrease in international sales
occurred primarily in Europe, Post-Soviet States, South America, China and Brazil. Parts sales for the Aggregate
and Mining Group increased 5.5% in 2013 compared to 2012.
Energy Group: Sales in this group were $184,085 in 2013 compared to $190,092 in 2012, a decrease of $6,007
or 3.2%. Domestic sales for the Energy Group decreased 5.8% in 2013 compared to 2012 due to the sale of the
small utility trencher and drill line of products in 2012. International sales for the Energy Group increased 4.2% in
2013 compared to 2012. The increase in international sales occurred in the Post-Soviet States, Canada and
Africa, and was primarily related to water well drilling rigs sales. Parts sales for the Energy Group decreased
10.9% in 2013 due to the sale of the small utility trencher and drill line of products in 2012.
Segment Profit (Loss)
Infrastructure Group
Aggregate and Mining Group
Energy Group
Corporate
$
2013
32,814 $
33,031
4,005
(30,367)
2012
26,916
34,687
6,149
(33,023)
$
$ Change
5,898
(1,656)
(2,144)
2,656
% Change
21.9%
(4.8%)
(34.9%)
8.0%
Infrastructure Group: Profit for this group was $32,814 for 2013 compared to $26,916 for 2012, an increase of
$5,898 or 21.9%. This group’s profits were positively impacted by an increase of $6,055 in gross profit compared
to 2012 as a result of the $7,646 increase in sales and an increase in gross margin from 20.3% in 2012 to 21.4%
in 2013.
Aggregate and Mining Group: Profit for this group was $33,031 in 2013 compared to $34,687 in 2012, a
decrease of $1,656 or 4.8%. This group’s profits were negatively impacted by a decrease of $2,705 in gross
profit during 2013 as a result of a $4,914 decrease in sales offset by a $1,305 reduction in research and
development expenses.
Energy Group: Profit for this group was $4,005 in 2013 compared to profit of $6,149 in 2012, a decrease of
$2,144 or 34.9%. This group’s profits were negatively impacted by a decrease of $3,290 in gross profit during
2013 as a result of the $6,007 decrease in sales offset by reductions in amortization expense of $796 and bad
debt expense of $492.
Corporate: Corporate expenses were $30,367 in 2013 compared to $33,023 in 2012, an improvement of $2,656
or 8.0%. Corporate expenses are significantly impacted by U.S. federal income tax expense, which is recorded
at the parent company.
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(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
Liquidity and Capital Resources
The Company’s primary sources of liquidity and capital resources are its cash on hand, investments, borrowing
capacity under a $100,000 revolving credit facility with Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. (“Wells Fargo”) and cash flows
from operations. The Company had $13,023 (of which $11,632 was held by our foreign subsidiaries) of cash and
$1,916 of short-term investments available for operating purposes at December 31, 2014. The Company had no
borrowings outstanding under its credit facility with Wells Fargo at December 31, 2014. The Company had
outstanding letters of credit of $12,645 and borrowing availability of $87,355 under the credit facility as of
December 31, 2014. During 2014, the highest amount of outstanding borrowings at any time under the facility
was $16,061.
The Company’s South African subsidiary, Osborn Engineered Products SA (Pty) Ltd (“Osborn”), has a credit
facility of $8,227 (ZAR 95,000) to finance short-term working capital needs, as well as to cover performance
letters of credit, advance payment and retention guarantees. As of December 31, 2014, Osborn had borrowings
of $2,814 under the facility and $487 in performance, advance payment and retention guarantees outstanding
under the facility. The facility is guaranteed by Astec Industries, Inc. The facility’s 0.75% unused facility fee is
waived if more than 50% of the facility is utilized. As of December 31, 2014, Osborn had available credit under
the facility of $4,926.
The Company's Brazilian subsidiary, Astec do Brasil Fabricacao de Equipamentos Ltda. ("Astec Brazil"), has
outstanding working capital loans totaling $5,658 at December 31, 2014 from a Brazilian bank with interest rates
of approximately 12.5%. The loans have maturity dates ranging from May 2016 to September 2017 and are
secured by letters of credit totaling $8,674 issued by Astec Industries, Inc. Additionally, Astec Brazil has various
5-year equipment financing loans outstanding with another Brazilian bank in the aggregate of $2,430 as of
December 31, 2014 that have interest rates ranging from 3.5% to 6.0%. These equipment loans have maturity
dates ranging from January 2019 to September 2019. Astec Brazil's loans are included in the accompanying
balance sheets as short-term debt of $1,027 and long-term debt of $7,061.
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
Net income
Adjustments:
Depreciation and amortization
Provision for warranty
Sale/(purchase) of trading securities, net
Stock based compensation
Deferred income tax benefits
Other, net
Changes in working capital:
Increase in receivables
Increase in inventories
Increase in prepaid expenses
Increase in accounts payable
Increase (decrease) in customer deposits
Decrease in accrued product warranties
Increase in other accrued liabilities
Other, net
Net cash provided by operating activities
2014
2013
$ 34,206 $ 39,214 $ (5,008)
Increase /
Decrease
24,376
12,796
118
1,200
(2,544)
193
(6,924)
(41,933)
(7,189)
10,755
5,483
(15,563)
3,289
600
22,265
12,199
(1,350)
1,461
(2,220)
1,075
(8,849)
(36,561)
(5,433)
1,028
(5,436)
(10,163)
1,085
(2,454)
$ 18,863 $ 5,861 $
2,111
597
1,468
(261)
(324)
(882)
1,925
(5,372)
(1,756)
9,727
10,919
(5,400)
2,204
3,054
13,002
Net cash provided by operating activities increased $13,002 in 2014 compared to 2013. The primary reasons for
the increase in operating cash flows relate to increases in customer deposits and accounts payable.
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(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Expenditures for property and equipment
Business acquisition, net of cash acquired
Sale (purchase) of short-term investments
Other
Net cash used by investing activities
2014
2013
Increase /
Decrease
$ (24,851) $ (27,673) $
(34,965)
16,249
743
--
(15,000)
424
$ (42,824) $ (42,249) $
2,822
(34,965)
31,249
319
(575)
Investing activities used cash of $42,824 in 2014 compared to $42,249 in 2013. The change is primarily due to a
business acquisition of $34,965 in 2014 and the change in short-term investments from 2013 of $31,249.
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
Payment of dividends
Debt borrowings
Other, net
Net cash provided (used) by financing activities
Increase /
Decrease
2014
2013
$ (9,167) $ (6,856) $ (2,311)
10,462
875
9,026
$ 2,440 $ (6,586) $
10,462
1,145
--
270
Financing activities provided cash of $2,440 in 2014 and used cash of $6,586 in 2013 for an increase of $9,026.
The change is due primarily to debt incurred by the Company’s Brazilian and South African subsidiaries offset by
the payment of $0.10 per share dividends paid quarterly beginning in the second quarter of 2013.
Capital expenditures for 2015 are forecasted to total $30,236. The Company expects to finance these
expenditures using currently available cash balances, internally generated funds and available credit under the
Company’s credit facility as well as local financing for the equipment in the new Brazilian manufacturing
facility. Capital expenditures are generally for machinery, equipment and facilities used by the Company in the
production of its various products.
Financial Condition
The Company’s current assets increased to $553,191 at December 31, 2014 from $522,411 at December 31,
2013, an increase of $30,780. The increase from 2013 is due to increases of $45,522 in inventory and $13,688 in
accounts receivable offset by a reduction in cash and investments of $37,801. The decrease in cash and
investments is due to the acquisition of Telestack Limited on April 1, 2014. The increase in accounts receivable
is due primarily to the increase in sales of the Energy Group from 2013. The increase in inventory occurred
primarily in the Infrastructure Group and is due in part to the increase of equipment built for stock for quick
delivery and an addition to inventory produced for the Company’s first pellet plant order. As the Company is
financing this sale of the pellet plant, the equipment will remain in the Company’s inventory and revenue
recognition on the plant sale will not occur until customer payments are received under the related loan
arrangements.
The Company’s current liabilities increased to $161,129 at December 31, 2014 from $133,531 at December 31,
2013, an increase of $27,598. The increase is primarily attributable to increases in accounts payable of $15,142,
customer deposits of $7,588 and short-term debt of $3,807. The increase in accounts payable is attributable to
all segments and is due to purchases of inventory to fill the increase in backlog of $33,858 at December 2014.
The increase in customer deposits is for amounts received on orders in the Company’s backlog. The increase in
short-term debt is in the Aggregate and Mining Group and is due to amounts borrowed in Brazil and South Africa
to finance operations in those countries.
Market Risk and Risk Management Policies
The Company is exposed to changes in interest rates, primarily from its revolving credit agreements. A
hypothetical 100 basis point adverse move (increase) in interest rates would not have materially affected interest
expense for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013, due to minimal borrowings during the periods. The
Company does not hedge variable interest.
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(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
The Company is subject to foreign exchange risk at its foreign operations. Foreign operations represent 19.3%
and 14.9% of total assets at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively, and 12.4% and 14.3% of total revenue
for the years ended December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. Each period the balance sheets and related
results of operations of the Company’s foreign subsidiaries are translated from their functional foreign currency
into U.S. dollars for reporting purposes. As the dollar strengthens against those foreign currencies, the foreign
denominated net assets and operating results become less valuable in the Company’s reporting currency. When
the dollar weakens against those currencies, the foreign denominated net assets and operating results become
more valuable in the Company’s reporting currency. At each reporting date, the fluctuation in the value of the net
assets and operating results due to foreign exchange rate changes is recorded as an adjustment to other
comprehensive income in equity. The Company views its investments in foreign subsidiaries as long-term and
does not hedge the net investments in foreign subsidiaries.
From time to time the Company’s foreign subsidiaries enter into transactions not denominated in their functional
currency. In these situations, the Company evaluates the need to hedge those transactions against foreign
currency rate fluctuations. When the Company determines a need to hedge a transaction, the subsidiary
enters into a foreign currency exchange contract. The Company does not apply hedge accounting to these
contracts and, therefore, recognizes the fair value of these contracts in the consolidated balance sheets and the
change in the fair value of the contracts in current earnings.
Due to the limited exposure to foreign exchange rate risk, a 10% fluctuation in the foreign exchange rates at
December 31, 2014 or 2013 would not have a material impact on the Company’s consolidated financial
statements.
Contractual Obligations
Contractual obligations and the period in which payments are due as of December 31, 2014 are as follows:
Payments Due by Period
Contractual Obligations
Total
Operating lease obligations
Inventory purchase obligations
Total
$ 3,298 $
2,045
Less
Than
1 Year
1,463 $
1,765
1 to 3
Years
1,810
280
$
3 to 5
Years
25 $
--
25 $
More Than
5 Years
--
--
--
$ 5,343 $ 3,228 $
2,090 $
The above table excludes the Company’s liability for unrecognized tax benefits, which totaled $2,585 at
December 31, 2014, since the timing of cash settlements to the respective taxing authorities cannot be reliably
predicted.
In 2014, the Company made contributions of approximately $338 to its pension plan, compared to $811 in 2013.
The Company has no planned contributions to the pension plan in 2015. The Company’s funding policy is to
make the minimum annual contributions required by applicable regulations.
Contingencies
Management has reviewed all claims and lawsuits and has made adequate provision for any losses that can be
reasonably estimated. Based upon currently available information and with the advice of counsel, management
believes that the ultimate outcome of its current claims and legal proceedings, individually and in the aggregate,
will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial position, cash flows or results of operations.
However, claims and legal proceedings are subject to inherent uncertainties and rulings unfavorable to the
Company could occur. If an unfavorable ruling were to occur, there exists the possibility of a material adverse
effect on the Company’s financial position, cash flows or results of operations.
Certain customers have financed purchases of the Company’s products through arrangements in which the
Company is contingently liable for customer debt aggregating $2,419 and $693 at December 31, 2014 and 2013,
respectively. These obligations have average remaining terms of 1.9 years. The Company has recorded a
liability of $101 related to these guarantees at December 31, 2013.
The Company is contingently liable under letters of credit of approximately $13,155, primarily for performance
guarantees to customers, banks or insurance carriers.
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(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
Off-balance Sheet Arrangements
As of December 31, 2014 the Company does not have off-balance sheet arrangements as defined by Item
303(a)(4) of Regulation S-K.
Environmental Matters
During 2004, the Company received notice from the Environmental Protection Agency that it may be responsible
for a portion of the costs incurred in connection with an environmental cleanup in Illinois. The discharge of
hazardous materials and associated cleanup relate to activities occurring prior to the Company’s acquisition of
Barber-Greene in 1986. The Company believes that over 300 other parties have received similar notice. At this
time, the Company cannot predict whether the EPA will seek to hold the Company liable for a portion of the
cleanup costs or the amount of any such liability. The Company has not recorded a liability with respect to this
matter because no estimate of the amount of any such liability can be made at this time.
Critical Accounting Policies
The Company’s consolidated financial statements are prepared in accordance with accounting principles
generally accepted in the United States. Application of these principles requires the Company to make
estimates and judgments that affect the amounts as reported in the consolidated financial statements.
Accounting policies that are critical to aid in understanding and evaluating the results of operations and
financial position of the Company include the following:
Inventory Valuation: Inventories are valued at the lower of a first-in first-out cost or market. The most significant
component of the Company’s inventories is steel. Open market prices, which are subject to volatility, determine
the cost of steel for the Company. During periods when open market prices decline, the Company may need to
reduce the carrying value of the inventory. In addition, certain items in inventory become obsolete over time, and
the Company reduces the carrying value of these items to their net realizable value. These reductions are
determined by the Company based on estimates, assumptions and judgments made from the information
available at that time. See Note 1, Summary of Significant Accounting Policies, for a detailed description of the
process used by the Company to value inventories at the lower of first-in first-out cost or market. The Company
does not believe it is reasonably likely that the inventory values will materially change in the near future.
Self-Insurance Reserves: The Company insures the retention portion of workers’ compensation claims and
general liability claims by way of a captive insurance company, Astec Insurance Company. The objectives of
Astec Insurance are to improve control over and reduce retained loss costs; to improve focus on risk
reduction with development of a program structure which rewards proactive loss control; and to ensure active
management participation in the defense and settlement process for claims.
For general liability claims, the captive is liable for the first $1,000 per occurrence and $2,000 per year in the
aggregate. The Company carries general liability, excess liability and umbrella policies for claims in excess of
amounts covered by the captive.
For workers’ compensation claims, the captive is liable for the first $350 per occurrence and $1,000 per year in the
aggregate. The Company utilizes a large national insurance company as third-party administrator for workers’
compensation claims and carries insurance coverage for claims liabilities in excess of amounts covered by the
captive.
The financial statements of the captive are consolidated into the financial statements of the Company. The
short-term and long-term reserves for claims and probable claims related to general liability and workers’
compensation under the captive are included in accrued loss reserves and other long-term liabilities,
respectively, in the consolidated balance sheets depending on the expected timing of future payments. The
undiscounted reserves are actuarially determined based on the Company’s evaluation of the type and severity of
individual claims and historical information, primarily its own claims experience, along with assumptions about
future events. Changes in assumptions, as well as changes in actual experience, could cause these estimates
to change in the future. However, the Company does not believe it is reasonably likely that the reserve level
will materially change in the near future.
At all but one of the Company’s domestic manufacturing subsidiaries, the Company is self-insured for health and
prescription claims under its Group Health Insurance Plan. The Company carries reinsurance coverage to limit
its exposure for individual health claims above certain limits. Third parties administer health claims and
prescription medication claims. The Company maintains a reserve for the self-insured health plan which is
included in accrued loss reserves on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets. This reserve includes both
unpaid claims and an estimate of claims incurred but not reported, based on historical claims and payment
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(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
experience. Historically the reserves have been sufficient to provide for claims payments. Changes in actual
claims experience, or payment patterns, could cause the reserve to change, but the Company does not
believe it is reasonably likely that the reserve level will materially change in the near future.
The remaining U.S. subsidiary is covered under a fully insured group health plan. Employees of the Company’s
foreign subsidiaries are insured under health plans in accordance with their local governmental requirements. No
reserves are necessary for these fully insured health plans.
Product Warranty Reserve: The Company accrues for the estimated cost of product warranties at the time
revenue is recognized. Warranty obligations by product line or model are evaluated based on historical
warranty claims experience. For machines, the Company’s standard product warranty terms generally include
post-sales support and repairs of products at no additional charge for periods ranging from three months to two
years or up to a specified number of hours of operation. For parts from component suppliers, the Company relies
on the original manufacturer’s warranty that accompanies those parts. Generally, fabricated parts are not
covered by specific warranty terms. Although failure of fabricated parts due to material or workmanship is rare, if
it occurs, the Company’s policy is to replace fabricated parts at no additional charge.
The Company engages in extensive product quality programs and processes, including actively monitoring and
evaluating the quality of component suppliers. Estimated warranty obligations are based upon warranty terms,
product failure rates, repair costs and current period machine shipments. If actual product failure rates, repair
costs, service delivery costs or post-sales support costs differ from estimates, revisions to the estimated warranty
liability would be required. The Company does not believe it is reasonably likely that the warranty reserve will
materially change in the near future.
Revenue Recognition: Revenue is generally recognized on sales at the point in time when persuasive evidence of
an arrangement exists, the price is fixed or determinable, the product has been delivered or services have been
rendered and there is reasonable assurance of collection of the sales proceeds. The Company generally obtains
purchase authorizations from its customers for a specified amount of product at a specified price with
specified delivery terms. A significant portion of the Company’s equipment sales represents equipment
produced in the Company’s plants under short-term contracts for a specific customer project or equipment
designed to meet a customer’s specific requirements. Most of the equipment sold by the Company is based on
standard configurations, some of which are modified to meet customer needs or specifications. The Company
provides customers with technical design and performance specifications and performs pre-shipment testing to
ensure the equipment performs according to design specifications, regardless of whether the Company
provides installation services in addition to selling the equipment.
Certain contracts include terms and conditions through which the Company recognizes revenues upon
completion of equipment production, which is subsequently stored at the Company’s plant at the customer’s
request. Revenue is recorded on such contracts upon the customer’s assumption of title and risk of ownership and
when collectability is reasonably assured. In addition, there must be a fixed schedule of delivery of the goods
consistent with the customer’s business practices, the Company must not have retained any specific
performance obligations such that the earnings process is not complete and the goods must have been
segregated from the Company’s inventory prior to revenue recognition.
The Company has certain sales accounted for as multiple-element arrangements, whereby revenue attributable
to the sale of a product is recognized when it is shipped, and the revenue attributable to services provided with
respect to the product (such as installation services) is recognized when the service is performed. Consideration
is allocated to deliverables using the relative selling price method using vendor specific objective evidence, if it
exists. Otherwise third-party evidence of selling price or the Company’s best estimate of the selling price for the
deliverables is used. The Company evaluates sales with multiple deliverable elements (such as an agreement to
deliver equipment and related installation services) to determine whether revenue related to individual elements
should be recognized separately, or as a combined unit. In addition to the previously mentioned general revenue
recognition criteria, the Company only recognizes revenue on individual delivered elements when there is
objective and reliable evidence that the delivered element has a determinable value to the customer on a
standalone basis and there is no right of return.
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets: Intangible assets are classified into two categories: (1) intangible assets
with definite lives subject to amortization, and (2) goodwill. Intangible assets with definite lives are tested for
impairment if conditions exist that indicate the carrying value may not be recoverable. Risk factors that may be
considered include an economic downturn in the general economy, a geographic market or the commercial and
residential construction industries, a change in the assessment of future operations as well as the cyclical nature
of our industry and the customization of the equipment we sell, each of which may cause adverse fluctuations in
operating results. Other risk factors considered would be an increase in the price or a decrease in the availability
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(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
of oil that could reduce the demand for our products in addition to the significant fluctuations in the purchase
price of raw materials that could have a negative impact on the cost of production and gross margins as well as
others more fully described in the Risk Factors section of our Form 10-K. An impairment charge is recorded
when the carrying value of the definite lived intangible asset is not recoverable by the cash flows generated from
the use of the asset. Some of the inputs used in the impairment testing are highly subjective and are affected by
changes in business factors and other conditions. Changes in any of the inputs could have an effect on future
tests and result in impairment charges.
Goodwill is not amortized but is tested for impairment annually or more frequently if events or circumstances
indicate that such intangible assets or goodwill might be impaired. See Note 1, Summary of Significant
Accounting Policies, for a detailed description of testing performed by the Company to determine if the recorded
value of intangible assets or goodwill has been impaired.
The useful lives of identifiable intangible assets are determined after considering the specific facts and
circumstances related to each intangible asset. Factors considered when determining useful lives include the
contractual term of any agreement, the history of the asset, the Company’s long-term strategy for the use of the
asset, any laws or other local regulations which could impact the useful life of the asset, and other economic
factors, including competition and specific market conditions. Intangible assets that are deemed to have definite
lives are amortized, generally on a straight-line basis, over their useful lives, ranging from 3 to 15 years.
Stock-based Compensation: Beginning in 2006 and again in 2011, the Company implemented five-year plans to
award key members of management restricted stock units (“RSUs”) each year based upon annual financial
performance of the Company and its subsidiaries. Each five-year plan allows up to 700 of newly issued shares
of Company stock to be granted to employees. The number of RSUs granted each year is determined based
upon the performance of individual subsidiaries and consolidated annual financial performance with additional
RSUs available for cumulative five-year results. Generally, each award vests at the end of five years from the
date of grant, or at the time a recipient retires after reaching age 65, if earlier. These plans are more fully
described in Note 16, Shareholders’ Equity, to the consolidated financial statements.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements
In April 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2014-08,
“Reporting Discontinued Operations and Disclosures of Disposals of Components of an Entity,” which raises the
previous threshold for disposals to qualify as discontinued operations and requires new disclosures for
individually material disposal transactions that do not meet the definition of a discontinued operation. The
standard also allows companies to have significant continuing involvement and continuing cash flows with the
discontinued operation. The standard requires the reclassification of assets and liabilities of a discontinued
operation in the balance sheet for all periods presented. The standard is effective for public entities for annual
periods beginning on or after December 15, 2014 and is to be implemented prospectively. The Company does
not expect the adoption of this statement to have a significant impact on the Company’s financial position or
results of operations.
In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2014-09,
“Revenue from Contracts with Customers,” which supersedes existing revenue guidance under U.S. GAAP. The
standard’s core principle is that a company will recognize revenue when it transfers promised goods or services
to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the company expects to be entitled in
exchange for those goods or services. The implementation of this new standard will require companies to use
more judgment and to make more estimates than under current guidance. The standard is effective for public
companies for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2016. The Company plans to adopt the new
standard effective January 1, 2017. The Company has not yet determined what impact, if any, the adoption of
this new standard will have on the Company’s financial position or results of operations.
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Forward-Looking Statements
This annual report contains forward-looking statements made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the
Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Statements contained anywhere in this Annual Report that are
not limited to historical information are considered forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section
21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, including, without limitation, statements regarding:
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execution of the Company’s growth and operation strategy;
plans for technological innovation;
compliance with covenants in our credit facility;
liquidity and capital expenditures;
sufficiency of working capital, cash flows and available capacity under the Company’s credit facilities;
compliance with government regulations;
compliance with manufacturing and delivery timetables;
forecasting of results;
general economic trends and political uncertainty;
government funding and growth of highway construction and commercial projects;
taxes or usage fees;
interest rates;
integration of acquisitions;
industry trends;
pricing, demand and availability of steel, oil and liquid asphalt;
development of domestic oil and natural gas production;
condition of the economy;
strength of the dollar relative to foreign currencies;
the success of new product lines;
presence in the international marketplace;
suitability of our current facilities;
future payment of dividends;
competition in our business segments;
product liability and other claims;
protection of proprietary technology;
demand for products;
future fillings of backlogs;
employees;
the seasonality of our business;
tax assets and reserves for uncertain tax positions;
critical accounting policies and the impact of accounting changes;
anticipated future operations in our Brazilian operations;
our backlog;
ability to satisfy contingencies;
contributions to retirement plans and plan expenses;
reserve levels for self-insured insurance plans and product warranties;
construction of new manufacturing facilities;
supply of raw materials; and
inventory
These forward-looking statements are based largely on management’s expectations, which are subject to a
number of known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors discussed in this report and in other
documents filed by the Company with the Securities and Exchange Commission, which may cause actual
results, financial or otherwise, to be materially different from those anticipated, expressed or implied by the
forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements included in this document are based on information
available to the Company on the date hereof, and the Company assumes no obligation to update any such
forward-looking statements to reflect future events or circumstances. You can identify these statements by
forward-looking words such as “expect”, “believe”, “anticipate”, “goal”, “plan”, “intend”, “estimate”, “may”, “will”,
“should” and similar expressions.
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MANAGEMENT’S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS (CONTINUED)
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
In addition to the risks and uncertainties identified elsewhere herein and in other documents filed by us with the
Securities and Exchange Commission, the risk factors described in this document under the caption "Risk
Factors" should be carefully considered when evaluating our business and future prospects: changes or delays
in highway funding; rising interest rates; changes in oil prices; changes in steel prices; changes in the general
economy; unexpected capital expenditures and decreases in liquidity; the timing of large contracts; production
capacity; general business conditions in the industry; non-compliance with covenants in the Company’s credit
facilities; demand for the Company’s products; and those other factors listed from time to time in the Company’s
reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Certain of the risks, uncertainties and other factors
discussed above are more fully described in the section entitled “Risk Factors” in the Company’s Annual Report
on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014.
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ASTEC INDUSTRIES, INC.
MANAGEMENT’S REPORT ON INTERNAL CONTROL OVER FINANCIAL
REPORTING
The management of Astec Industries, Inc. (the “Company”) is responsible for establishing and maintaining
adequate internal control over financial reporting for the Company. The Company’s internal control over financial
reporting is a process designed to provide reasonable assurance regarding the reliability of financial reporting
and the preparation of financial statements for external purposes in accordance with U.S. generally accepted
accounting principles. The Company’s internal control over financial reporting includes those policies and
procedures that (i) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail, accurately and fairly reflect
the transactions and dispositions of assets of the Company; (ii) provide reasonable assurance that transactions
are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements in accordance with generally accepted
accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the Company are being made only in accordance
with authorizations of management and directors of the Company; and (iii) provide reasonable assurance
regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or disposition of the Company’s assets
that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect
misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that
controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the
policies and procedures may deteriorate.
Management, under the supervision and with the participation of the Company’s principal executive officer and
principal financial officer, has evaluated the effectiveness of the Company’s internal control over financial
reporting as of December 31, 2014. In making this assessment, management used the criteria set forth by the
Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission (COSO), Internal Control - Integrated
Framework: May 2013. The scope of management’s assessment of the effectiveness of the Company’s internal
control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2014 excluded the business unit that the Company acquired
on April 1, 2014 (Telestack Limited). The total consolidated assets with respect to the excluded business were
$44,851,000 as of December 31, 2014, and the total consolidated revenues with respect to the excluded
business were $23,781,000 for the year ended December 31, 2014. Management will complete its assessment
of the internal controls over financial reporting of these newly acquired operations during the 2015 fiscal year.
Based on its assessment, management concluded that, as of December 31, 2014, the Company’s internal
control over financial reporting was effective.
Ernst & Young LLP, the Company’s independent registered public accounting firm, has issued an attestation
report on the Company’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2014.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Board of Directors and Shareholders
Astec Industries, Inc.
We have audited Astec Industries, Inc. internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2014, based
on criteria established in Internal Control—Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 framework), (the COSO criteria). Astec Industries, Inc.
management is responsible for maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting, and for its
assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting included in the accompanying
Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on
the company’s internal control over financial reporting based on our audit.
We conducted our audit in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
(United States). Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance
about whether effective internal control over financial reporting was maintained in all material respects. Our audit
included obtaining an understanding of internal control over financial reporting, assessing the risk that a material
weakness exists, testing and evaluating the design and operating effectiveness of internal control based on the
assessed risk, and performing such other procedures as we considered necessary in the circumstances. We
believe that our audit provides a reasonable basis for our opinion.
A company’s internal control over financial reporting is a process designed to 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. A company’s internal control over financial reporting
includes those policies and procedures that (1) pertain to the maintenance of records that, in reasonable detail,
accurately and fairly reflect the transactions and dispositions of the assets of the company; (2) provide
reasonable assurance that transactions are recorded as necessary to permit preparation of financial statements
in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles, and that receipts and expenditures of the company
are being made only in accordance with authorizations of management and directors of the company; and (3)
provide reasonable assurance regarding prevention or timely detection of unauthorized acquisition, use, or
disposition of the company’s assets that could have a material effect on the financial statements.
Because of its inherent limitations, internal control over financial reporting may not prevent or detect
misstatements. Also, projections of any evaluation of effectiveness to future periods are subject to the risk that
controls may become inadequate because of changes in conditions, or that the degree of compliance with the
policies or procedures may deteriorate.
As indicated in the accompanying Management’s Report on Internal Control Over Financial Reporting,
management’s assessment of and conclusion on the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting did
not include the internal controls of Telestack Limited, which is included in the 2014 consolidated financial
statements of Astec Industries, Inc. and constituted $44.9 million of total assets as of December 31, 2014 and
$23.8 million of revenues, for the year then ended. Our audit of internal control over financial reporting of Astec
Industries, Inc. also did not include an evaluation of the internal control over financial reporting of Telestack
Limited.
In our opinion, Astec Industries, Inc. maintained, in all material respects, effective internal control over financial
reporting as of December 31, 2014, based on the COSO criteria.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
(United States), the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Astec Industries, Inc. as of December 31,
2014 and 2013, and the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income, equity and cash
flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2014 of Astec Industries, Inc. and our report
dated March 2, 2015 expressed an unqualified opinion thereon.
Chattanooga, Tennessee
March 2, 2015
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the Board of Directors and Shareholders
Astec Industries, Inc.
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of Astec Industries, Inc. as of December 31,
2014 and 2013, and the related consolidated statements of income, comprehensive income, equity and cash
flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2014. These financial statements are the
responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on these financial
statements based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
(United States). 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 Astec Industries, Inc. at December 31, 2014 and 2013, and the consolidated results of its
operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2014, in conformity
with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board
(United States), Astec Industries, Inc.’s internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2014, based
on criteria established in Internal Control-Integrated Framework issued by the Committee of Sponsoring
Organizations of the Treadway Commission (2013 Framework) and our report dated March 2, 2015 expressed
an unqualified opinion thereon.
Chattanooga, Tennessee
March 2, 2015
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CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(in thousands, except per share data)
Assets
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
Investments
Trade receivables
Notes and other receivables
Inventories
Prepaid expenses
Deferred income tax assets
Other current assets
Total current assets
Property and equipment, net
Investments
Goodwill
Intangible assets
Notes receivable
Other long-term assets
Total assets
Liabilities and Equity
Current liabilities:
Short-term debt
Accounts payable
Customer deposits
Accrued product warranty
Accrued payroll and related liabilities
Accrued loss reserves
Other accrued liabilities
Total current liabilities
Long-term debt
Deferred income tax liabilities
Other long-term liabilities
Total liabilities
December 31
2014
2013
$ 13,023 $ 35,564
17,176
92,055
2,734
342,313
13,636
14,924
4,009
522,411
184,520
12,085
15,057
6,543
6,284
2,391
$ 805,465 $ 749,291
1,916
105,743
1,558
387,835
21,133
14,817
7,166
553,191
187,610
11,393
31,995
17,272
802
3,202
$
3,841
60,987
45,086
10,032
17,265
3,050
20,868
161,129
7,061
16,836
21,087
206,113
$
34
45,845
37,498
12,716
16,988
3,328
17,122
133,531
510
17,455
17,284
168,780
Equity:
Preferred stock - authorized 4,000 shares of $1.00 par value; none
issued
Common stock - authorized 40,000 shares of $.20 par value; issued
and outstanding - 22,930 in 2014 and 22,859 in 2013
Additional paid-in capital
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
Company shares held by SERP, at cost
Retained earnings
Shareholders’ equity
Non-controlling interest
Total equity
Total liabilities and equity
--
--
4,572
134,730
(4,894)
(2,786)
445,254
576,876
3,635
580,511
$ 805,465 $ 749,291
4,586
135,887
(12,915)
(2,929)
470,537
595,166
4,186
599,352
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME
(in thousands, except per share data)
Net sales
Cost of sales
Gross profit
Selling, general and administrative expenses
Research and development expenses
Income from operations
Other income:
Interest expense
Interest income
Other income (expense), net
Income from continuing operations before income
taxes
Income taxes on continuing operations
Net income from continuing operations
Discontinued operations:
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax
Gain on sale of subsidiary, net of tax
Income from discontinued operations
Net income
Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling
interest
Net income attributable to controlling interest
Earnings per Common Share
Net income attributable to controlling interest from
continuing operations:
Basic
Diluted
Income from discontinued operations:
Basic
Diluted
Net income attributable to controlling interest:
Basic
Diluted
Weighted average number of common shares
outstanding:
Basic
Diluted
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Year Ended December 31
2013
2014
2012
$
975,595 $
760,279
215,316
141,490
22,129
51,697
932,998 $
725,879
207,119
133,337
18,101
55,681
936,273
728,322
207,951
136,323
20,520
51,108
720
1,422
1,207
53,606
19,400
34,206
--
--
--
34,206
(252)
423
1,047
1,937
58,242
19,028
39,214
--
--
--
39,214
172
339
1,145
1,783
53,697
19,487
34,210
3,401
3,378
6,779
40,989
161
$ 34,458 $ 39,042 $ 40,828
$ 1.51 $ 1.72 $ 1.50
1.48
1.49
1.69
--
--
1.51
1.49
--
--
1.72
1.69
0.30
0.29
1.80
1.77
22,819
23,105
22,749
23,081
22,680
23,051
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF COMPREHENSIVE
INCOME (in thousands)
Net income
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Change in unrecognized pension and post-
retirement benefit costs
Tax (expense) benefit on change in
unrecognized pension and post-retirement
benefit costs
Foreign currency translation adjustments
Tax benefit on foreign currency translation
adjustments
Other comprehensive loss
Comprehensive loss attributable to
non-controlling interest
Year Ended December 31
2013
2014
2012
$ 34,206 $ 39,214 $ 40,989
(1,820)
2,742
699
(7,670)
770
(8,021)
(565)
(974)
(8,821)
1,657
(5,396)
(236)
(157)
(10)
(626)
454
(339)
(15)
Comprehensive income attributable to controlling
interest
$
26,750
$
34,054
$
40,665
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(in thousands)
Cash Flows from Operating Activities
Net income
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash
provided by operating activities:
Gain on sale of subsidiary
Depreciation
Amortization
Provision for doubtful accounts
Provision for warranty
Deferred compensation provision
Deferred income tax provision (benefit)
Gain on disposition of fixed assets
Tax expense (benefit) from stock incentive
exercises
Stock-based compensation
Sale (purchase) of trading securities, net
(Increase) decrease in:
Trade and other receivables
Inventories
Prepaid expenses
Other assets
Increase (decrease) in:
Accounts payable
Customer deposits
Accrued product warranty
Income taxes payable
Accrued retirement benefit costs
Accrued loss reserves
Other accrued liabilities
Other
Year Ended December 31
2014
2013
2012
$ 34,206 $ 39,214 $ 40,989
--
21,343
3,033
1,011
12,796
74
(2,544)
(306)
(586)
1,200
118
(6,924)
(41,933)
(7,189)
(4,763)
10,755
5,483
(15,563)
2,064
(201)
305
3,289
3,195
--
20,966
1,299
629
12,199
601
(2,220)
(163)
8
1,461
(1,350)
(8,849)
(36,561)
(5,433)
(3,215)
1,028
(5,436)
(10,163)
(823)
(324)
199
1,085
1,709
(5,358)
20,945
2,103
759
11,152
115
6,223
(256)
(107)
1,285
(146)
7,555
(41,145)
(1,655)
(1,566)
(6,425)
4,918
(11,021)
1,611
(218)
(1,435)
298
12
28,633
Net cash provided by operating activities
18,863
5,861
Cash Flows from Investing Activities
Business acquisition, net of cash acquired
Proceeds from sale of subsidiary
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment
Expenditures for property and equipment
Sale (purchase) of short-term investments
Net cash provided (used) by investing activities
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
(34,965)
--
743
(24,851)
16,249
--
--
424
(27,673)
(15,000)
--
42,940
375
(26,018)
--
(42,824)
(42,249)
17,297
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS (CONTINUED)
(in thousands)
Year Ended December 31
2013
2014
2012
Cash Flows from Financing Activities
Payment of dividends
Debt borrowings
Repayment of debt
Proceeds from issuance of common stock
Tax (expense) benefit from stock option exercise
Cash from sale of shares of subsidiaries
Sale (purchase) of company shares by
Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan, net
Withholding tax paid upon vesting of restricted
stock units
Net cash provided (used) by financing activities
Effect of exchange rates on cash
Increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year
Supplemental Cash Flow Information
Cash paid during the year for:
Interest
Income taxes, net of refunds
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
$ (9,167) $ (6,856) $ (22,790)
--
--
514
107
904
10,462
(103)
282
586
1,428
--
--
112
(8)
735
(95)
213
(373)
(953)
2,440
(1,020)
(22,541)
35,564
$ 13,023
(782)
(6,586)
(2,391)
(45,365)
80,929
(834)
(22,472)
(34)
23,424
57,505
$ 35,564 $ 80,929
$ 476
$ 23,027
$ 229 $ 366
$ 20,331 $ 13,722
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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF EQUITY
For the Years Ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012 (in thousands)
Common Stock
Shares
Amount
Additional
Paid-in
Capital
Accumulated
Other
Comprehensive
Income (Loss)
Company
Shares Held
by SERP
Retained
Earnings
Non-
Controlling
Interest
Total
Equity
Balance December 31, 2011
22,711 $ 4,542 $ 132,744 $ 841 $ (2,487) $ 395,052 $ 606 $ 531,298
Net income
Dividends ($1.00 per share)
Other comprehensive loss
16
(22,806)
(22,790)
40,828
161
40,989
(339)
15
862
Change in ownership percentage of subsidiary
Stock-based compensation
6
1
1,284
Exercise of stock options and RSU vesting,
including tax benefit
Withholding tax on vested RSUs
Purchase of Company stock held by SERP, net
82
17
604
(834)
(5)
(368)
(324)
862
1,285
621
(834)
(373)
Balance December 31, 2012
22,799
4,560
133,809
502
(2,855)
413,074
1,644
550,734
Net income
Quarterly dividends ($.10 per share for 3
quarters)
39,042
172
39,214
6
(6,862)
(6,856)
Other comprehensive loss
(5,396)
Change in ownership percentage of subsidiary
Capital contributed by minority shareholder
Stock-based compensation
6
1
1,460
Exercise of stock options and RSU vesting,
including tax benefit
54
11
93
Withholding tax on vested RSUs
Sale of Company stock held by SERP, net
(782)
144
69
236
(5,160)
(802)
(802)
2,385
2,385
1,461
104
(782)
213
Balance December 31, 2013
22,859
4,572
134,730
(4,894)
(2,786)
445,254
3,635
580,511
Net income
Quarterly dividends ($.10 per share for 4
quarters)
34,458
(252)
34,206
8
(9,175)
(9,167)
Other comprehensive loss
(8,021)
Change in ownership percentage of subsidiary
Capital contributed by minority shareholder
Stock-based compensation
5
1
1,199
Exercise of stock options and RSU vesting,
including tax benefit
66
13
855
Withholding tax on vested RSUs
Sale of Company stock held by SERP, net
(953)
48
(143)
565
(7,456)
(1,345)
(1,345)
1,583
1,583
1,200
868
(953)
(95)
Balance December 31, 2014
22,930 $ 4,586 $ 135,887 $ (12,915) $ (2,929) $ 470,537 $ 4,186 $ 599,352
See Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Presentation - The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Astec Industries, Inc.
and its domestic and foreign subsidiaries. The Company’s significant wholly-owned and consolidated
subsidiaries at December 31, 2014 are as follows:
Astec Australia Pty Ltd
Astec, Inc.
Astec Mobile Machinery GmbH
Astec Underground, Inc.
Breaker Technology Ltd.
CEI Enterprises, Inc.
Heatec, Inc.
Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc.
Peterson Pacific Corp.
Telestack Limited
Astec do Brasil Fabricacao de Equipamentos Ltda. (78% owned)
Astec Insurance Company
Astec Mobile Screens, Inc.
Breaker Technology, Inc.
Carlson Paving Products, Inc.
GEFCO, Inc.
Johnson Crushers International, Inc.
Osborn Engineered Products SA (Pty) Ltd (93% owned)
Roadtec, Inc.
Telsmith, Inc.
On November 30, 2012, the Company sold its former American Augers, Inc. subsidiary to The Charles Machine
Works, Inc. American Augers’ 2012 results of operations have been reclassified as discontinued operations.
All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.
Use of Estimates - The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally
accepted in the United States requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the amounts
reported and disclosed in the financial statements and accompanying notes. Actual results could differ from
those estimates.
Foreign Currency Translation - Subsidiaries located in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Germany, Northern Ireland,
and South Africa operate primarily using local functional currencies. Accordingly, assets and liabilities of these
subsidiaries are translated using exchange rates in effect at the end of the period, and revenues and costs are
translated using average exchange rates for the period. The resulting adjustments are presented as a separate
component of accumulated other comprehensive income. Foreign currency transaction gains and losses, net are
included in cost of sales and amounted to losses of $1,971 and $522 in 2014 and 2013, and a gain of $867 in
2012, respectively.
Fair Value of Financial Instruments - For cash and cash equivalents, trade receivables, other receivables,
revolving debt and accounts payable, the carrying amount approximates the fair value because of the short- term
nature of those instruments. Trading equity investments are valued at their estimated fair value based on their
quoted market prices and debt securities are valued based upon a mix of observable market prices and model
driven prices derived from a matrix of observable market prices for assets with similar characteristics obtained
from a nationally recognized third party pricing service.
Financial assets and liabilities are categorized as of the end of each reporting period based upon the level of
judgment associated with the inputs used to measure their fair value. The inputs used to measure the fair value
are identified in the following hierarchy:
Level 1 - Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities.
Level 2 - Unadjusted quoted prices in active markets for similar assets or liabilities;
or unadjusted quoted prices for identical or similar assets or liabilities in
markets that are not active; or inputs other than quoted prices that are
observable for the asset or liability.
Level 3 - Inputs reflect management’s best estimate of what market participants would
use in pricing the asset or liability at the measurement date. Consideration
is given to the risk inherent in the valuation technique and the risk inherent
in the inputs to the model.
All financial assets and liabilities held by the Company at December 31, 2014 and 2013 are classified as Level 1 or
Level 2 as summarized in Note 3, Fair Value Measurements.
Cash and Cash Equivalents - All highly liquid investments with an original maturity of three months or less
when purchased are considered to be cash and cash equivalents.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
Investments - Investments consist primarily of investment-grade marketable securities. Trading securities are
carried at fair value, with unrealized holding gains and losses included in net income. Realized gains and losses
are accounted for on the specific identification method. Purchases and sales are recorded on a trade date basis.
Management determines the appropriate classification of its investments at the time of acquisition and
reevaluates such determination at each balance sheet date.
Concentration of Credit Risk - The Company sells products to a wide variety of customers. Accounts
receivable are carried at their outstanding principal amounts, less an allowance for doubtful accounts. The
Company extends credit to its customers based on an evaluation of the customers’ financial condition generally
without requiring collateral although the Company normally requires advance payments or letters of credit on
large equipment orders. Credit risk is driven by conditions within the economy and the industry and is principally
dependent on each customer’s financial condition. To minimize credit risk, the Company monitors credit levels and
financial conditions of customers on a continuing basis. After considering historical trends for uncollectible
accounts, current economic conditions and specific customer recent payment history and financial stability, the
Company records an allowance for doubtful accounts at a level which management believes is sufficient to
cover probable credit losses. Amounts are deemed past due when they exceed the payment terms agreed to by
the customer in the sales contract. Past due amounts are charged off when reasonable collection efforts have
been exhausted and the amounts are deemed uncollectible by management. As of December 31, 2014,
concentrations of credit risk with respect to receivables are limited due to the wide variety of customers.
Allowance for Doubtful Accounts - The following table represents a rollforward of the allowance for doubtful
accounts for the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012:
Reserve balance, beginning of year
Provision
Write offs
Other
Reserve balance, end of year
2014
$ 1,708
1,011
(465)
(6)
$ 2,248
Year Ended December 31
2013
2012
$ 2,143 $ 2,398
759
(764)
(250)
$ 1,708 $ 2,143
629
(1,042)
(22)
Inventories - The Company’s inventory is comprised of raw materials, work-in-process, finished goods and used
equipment as described below.
Raw material inventory is comprised of purchased steel and other purchased items for use in the manufacturing
process or held for sale in the Company’s after-market parts business. The category also includes the
manufacturing cost of completed equipment sub-assemblies produced for either integration into equipment
manufactured at a later date or for sale in the Company’s after-market parts business.
Work-in-process inventory consists of the value of materials, labor and overhead incurred to date in the
manufacturing of incomplete equipment or incomplete equipment sub-assemblies being produced.
Finished goods inventory consists of completed equipment manufactured for sale to customers.
Used inventory consists of equipment accepted in trade or purchased on the open market. The category also
includes equipment rented to prospective customers on a short-term or month-to-month basis. Used equipment
is valued at the lower of acquired or trade-in cost or market determined on each separate unit. Each unit of
rental equipment is valued at its original manufacturing cost and is reduced by an appropriate reserve each
month during the period of time the equipment is rented.
Inventories are valued at the lower of cost (first-in, first-out) or market, which requires the Company to make
specific estimates, assumptions and judgments in determining the amount, if any, of reductions in the valuation of
inventories to their net realizable values. The net realizable values of the Company’s products are impacted by a
number of factors, including changes in the price of steel, competitive sales pricing, quantities of inventories on
hand, the age of the individual inventory items, market acceptance of the Company’s products, the Company’s
normal gross margins, actions by our competitors, the condition of our used and rental inventory and general
economic factors. Once an inventory item’s value has been deemed to be less than cost, a net realizable value
allowance is calculated and a new “cost basis” for that item is effectively established. This new cost is retained
for that item until such time as the item is disposed of or the Company determines that an additional write-down
is necessary. Additional write-downs may be required in the future based upon changes in assumptions due to
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(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
general economic downturns in the markets in which the Company operates, changes in competitor pricing, new
product design or other technological advances introduced by the Company or its competitors and other factors
unique to individual inventory items.
The most significant component of the Company’s inventory is steel. A significant decline in the market price of
steel could result in a decline in the market value of the equipment or parts we sell. During periods of significant
declining steel prices, the Company reviews the valuation of its inventories to determine if reductions are needed
in the recorded value of inventory on hand to its net realizable value.
The Company reviews the individual items included in its finished goods, used equipment and rental equipment
inventory on a model-by-model or unit-by-unit basis to determine if any item’s net realizable value is below its
carrying value each quarter. This analysis is expanded to include items in work-in-process and raw material
inventory if factors indicate those items may also be impacted. In performing this review, judgments are made
and, in addition to the factors discussed above, additional consideration is given to the age of the specific items
of used or rental inventory, prior sales offers or lack thereof, the physical condition of the specific items and
general market conditions for the specific items. Additionally, an analysis of raw material inventory is performed
each quarter to calculate reserves needed for obsolete inventory based upon quantities of items on hand, the
age of those items and their recent and expected future usage or sale.
When the Company determines that the value of inventory has become impaired through damage, deterioration,
obsolescence, changes in price levels, excessive levels of inventory or other causes, the Company reduces the
carrying value to estimated market value based on estimates, assumptions and judgments made from the
information available at that time.
Abnormal amounts of idle facility expense, freight, handling cost and wasted materials are recognized as current
period charges.
Property and Equipment - Property and equipment is stated at cost. Depreciation is calculated for financial
reporting purposes using the straight-line method based on the estimated useful lives of the assets as follows:
airplanes (20 years), buildings (40 years) and equipment (3 to 10 years). Both accelerated and straight-line
methods are used for tax compliance purposes. Routine repair and maintenance costs and planned major
maintenance are expensed when incurred.
Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets - The Company classifies intangible assets as either intangible assets
with definite lives subject to amortization or goodwill.
The Company tests intangible assets with definite lives for impairment if conditions exist that indicate the carrying
value may not be recoverable. Such conditions may include an economic downturn in a geographic market or a
change in the assessment of future operations. An impairment charge would be recorded if the carrying value of
the definite lived intangible asset is not recoverable by the future undiscounted cash flows generated from the
use of the asset.
The Company determines the useful lives of identifiable intangible assets after considering the specific facts and
circumstances related to each intangible asset. Factors considered when determining useful lives include the
contractual terms of agreements, the history of the asset, the Company’s long-term strategy for the use of the
asset, any laws or other local regulations which could impact the useful life of the asset, and other economic
factors, including competition and specific market conditions. Intangible assets that are deemed to have definite
lives are amortized over their useful lives, ranging from 3 to 15 years.
Goodwill is not amortized. The Company tests goodwill for impairment annually or more frequently if events or
circumstances indicate that goodwill might be impaired. The tests utilize a two-step method at the reporting unit
level. The Company’s reporting units are typically defined as either subsidiaries or a combination of subsidiaries.
In 2011, the Company early adopted, as permitted, new accounting guidance related to annual goodwill
impairment testing. The guidance gives the Company the option to perform a qualitative assessment to
determine whether it is more-likely-than-not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount.
If the Company concludes that this is the case for a reporting unit, it would proceed to calculating the fair value
for that reporting unit as described below. Otherwise, the Company would not be required to perform any further
goodwill impairment testing for that reporting unit. However, as it had been four years since the Company
retained an outside consultant to assist in its impairment evaluation, the Company performed a detailed step one
impairment test in 2013 with the assistance of an outside financial consultant. Due to the acquisition of Telestack
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
Limited in April 2014, the Company also performed a detailed step one impairment test in 2014 with the
assistance of an outside financial consultant. No impairment was indicated in these tests.
The first step of the goodwill impairment test compares book value of a reporting unit, including goodwill, with the
unit’s fair value. In this first step, the Company estimates the fair values of each of its reporting units that have
goodwill using the income approach.
The income approach uses a reporting unit’s projection of estimated future operating results and cash flows
which are then discounted using a weighted average cost of capital determined based on current market
conditions for the individual reporting unit. The projection uses management’s best estimates of cash flows over
the projection period based on estimates of annual and terminal growth rates in sales and costs, changes in
operating margins, selling, general and administrative expenses, working capital requirements and capital
expenditures.
The fair value of the operating subsidiaries/reporting units that do not have goodwill are estimated using either
the income or market approaches, depending on which approach is to be the most appropriate for each reporting
unit. The fair value of the reporting units that serve operating units in supporting roles, such as the captive
insurance company and the corporate reporting unit are estimated using the cost approach. The sum of the fair
values of all reporting units is compared to its calculation of the fair value of the consolidated Company using the
market approach, which is inferred from the market capitalization of the Company at the date of the valuation, to
confirm that the Company’s estimation of the fair value of its reporting units is reasonable.
If the book value of a reporting unit exceeds its fair value, an indication of possible goodwill impairment, the
second step of the impairment test must be performed to determine the amount, if any, of goodwill impairment. In
this second step, the total implied fair value of the reporting unit’s goodwill is estimated by allocating the fair
value of the reporting unit to all its assets, including any unrecognized intangible assets and liabilities other than
goodwill. The difference between the total fair value of the reporting unit and the fair value of its assets and
liabilities other than goodwill is the implied fair value of its goodwill. The amount of any impairment loss is equal
to the excess, if any, of the book value of the goodwill over the implied fair value of its goodwill.
Determining the “step one” fair values of the Company’s reporting units involves the use of significant estimates
and assumptions. Due to the inherent uncertainty involved in making these estimates and assumptions, actual
results could differ materially from those estimates.
Impairment of Long-lived Assets - In the event that facts and circumstances indicate the carrying amounts of
long-lived assets may be impaired, an evaluation of recoverability is performed. If an evaluation is required, the
estimated future undiscounted cash flows associated with the asset are compared to the carrying amount for
each asset (or group of assets) to determine if a write-down is required. If this review indicates that the assets
will not be recoverable, the carrying values of the impaired assets are reduced to their estimated fair value.
Fair value is estimated using discounted cash flows, prices for similar assets or other valuation techniques.
Self-Insurance Reserves - The Company retains the risk for a portion of its workers’ compensation claims and
general liability claims by way of a captive insurance company, Astec Insurance Company, (“Astec Insurance” or
“the captive”). Astec Insurance is incorporated under the laws of the state of Vermont. The objectives of Astec
Insurance are to improve control over and reduce the cost of claims; to improve focus on risk reduction with
development of a program structure which rewards proactive loss control; and to ensure management
participation in the defense and settlement process for claims.
For general liability claims, the captive is liable for the first $1,000 per occurrence and $2,000 per year in the
aggregate. The Company carries general liability, excess liability and umbrella policies for claims in excess of
amounts covered by the captive.
For workers’ compensation claims, the captive is liable for the first $350 per occurrence and $1,000 per year in
the aggregate. The Company utilizes a large national insurance company as third party administrator for workers’
compensation claims and carries insurance coverage for claims liabilities in excess of amounts covered by the
captive.
The financial statements of the captive are consolidated into the financial statements of the Company. The short-
term and long-term reserves for claims and potential claims related to general liability and workers’ compensation
under the captive are included in accrued loss reserves or other long-term liabilities, respectively, in the
consolidated balance sheets depending on the expected timing of future payments. The undiscounted reserves
are actuarially determined to cover the ultimate cost of each claim based on the Company’s evaluation of the
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(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
type and severity of individual claims and historical information, primarily its own claims experience, along with
assumptions about future events. Changes in assumptions, as well as changes in actual experience, could cause
these estimates to change in the future. However, the Company does not believe it is reasonably likely that the
reserve level will materially change in the foreseeable future.
The Company is self-insured for health and prescription claims under its Group Health Insurance Plan at all but
one of the Company’s domestic manufacturing subsidiaries. The Company carries reinsurance coverage to limit
its exposure for individual health claims above certain limits. Third parties administer health claims and
prescription medication claims. The Company maintains a reserve for the self-insured health plan which is
included in accrued loss reserves on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets. This reserve includes both
unpaid claims and an estimate of claims incurred but not reported, based on historical claims and payment
experience. Historically the reserves have been sufficient to provide for claims payments. Changes in actual
claims experience or payment patterns could cause the reserve to change, but the Company does not believe it
is reasonably likely that the reserve level will materially change in the near future.
The remaining U.S. subsidiary is covered under a fully insured group health plan. Employees of the Company’s
foreign subsidiaries are insured under separate health plans. No reserves are necessary for these fully insured
health plans.
Revenue Recognition - Revenue is generally recognized on sales at the point in time when persuasive
evidence of an arrangement exists, the price is fixed or determinable, the product has been delivered or services
have been rendered and there is a reasonable assurance of collection of the sales proceeds. The Company
generally obtains purchase authorizations from its customers for a specified amount of products at a specified
price with specified delivery terms. A significant portion of the Company’s equipment sales represents equipment
produced in the Company’s plants under short-term contracts for a specific customer project or equipment
designed to meet a customer’s specific requirements. Most of the equipment sold by the Company is based on
standard configurations, some of which are modified to meet customer needs or specifications. The Company
provides customers with technical design and performance specifications and performs pre-shipment testing to
ensure the equipment performs according to design specifications, regardless of whether the Company provides
installation services in addition to selling the equipment.
Certain contracts include terms and conditions pursuant to which the Company recognizes revenues upon
completion of equipment production, which is subsequently stored at the Company’s plant at the customer’s
request. Revenue is recorded on such contracts upon the customer’s assumption of title and risk of ownership
and when collectability is reasonably assured. In addition, there must be a fixed schedule of delivery of the goods
consistent with the customer’s business practices, the Company must not have retained any specific
performance obligations such that the earnings process is not complete and the goods must have been
segregated from the Company’s inventory prior to revenue recognition.
The Company accounts for certain sales as multiple-element arrangements, whereby the revenue attributable to
the sale of a product is recognized when the product is shipped and the revenue attributable to services provided
with respect to the product (such as installation services) is recognized when the service is performed.
Consideration is allocated to deliverables using the relative selling price method using vendor specific objective
evidence, if it exists. Otherwise third-party evidence of selling price or the Company’s best estimate of the selling
price for the deliverables is used. The Company evaluates sales with multiple deliverable elements (such as an
agreement to deliver equipment and related installation services) to determine whether revenue related to
individual elements should be recognized separately, or as a combined unit. In addition to the previously
mentioned general revenue recognition criteria, the Company only recognizes revenue on individual delivered
elements when there is objective and reliable evidence that the delivered element has a determinable value to
the customer on a standalone basis and there is no right of return.
The Company presents in the statements of income any taxes assessed by a governmental authority that are
directly imposed on revenue-producing transactions between the Company and its customers, such as sales,
use, value-added and some excise taxes, on a net (excluded from revenue) basis.
Advertising Expense - The cost of advertising is expensed as incurred. The Company incurred $3,657,
$3,770, and $4,223 in advertising costs during 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively, which is included in selling,
general and administrative expenses.
Income Taxes - Income taxes are based on pre-tax financial accounting income. Deferred tax assets and
liabilities are recognized for the expected tax consequences of temporary differences between the tax bases of
assets and liabilities and their reported amounts. The Company periodically assesses the need to establish
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
valuation allowances against its deferred tax assets to the extent the Company no longer believes it is more likely
than not that the tax assets will be fully utilized.
The Company evaluates a tax position to determine whether it is more likely than not that the tax position will be
sustained upon examination, based upon the technical merits of the position. A tax position that meets the more-
likely-than-not recognition threshold is subject to a measurement assessment to determine the amount of benefit
to recognize and the appropriate reserve to establish, if any. If a tax position does not meet the more-likely-than-
not recognition threshold, no benefit is recognized. The Company is periodically audited by U.S. federal and state
as well as foreign tax authorities. While it is often difficult to predict final outcome or timing of resolution of any
particular tax matter, the Company believes its reserve for uncertain tax positions is adequate to reduce the
uncertain positions to the greatest amount of benefit that is more likely than not realizable.
Product Warranty Reserve - The Company accrues for the estimated cost of product warranties at the time
revenue is recognized. Warranty obligations by product line or model are evaluated based on historical warranty
claims experience. For machines, the Company’s standard product warranty terms generally include post-sales
support and repairs of products at no additional charge for periods ranging from three months to two years or up
to a specified number of hours of operation. For parts from component suppliers, the Company relies on the
original manufacturer’s warranty that accompanies those parts. Generally, Company fabricated parts are not
covered by specific warranty terms. Although failure of fabricated parts due to material or workmanship is rare, if
it occurs, the Company’s policy is to replace fabricated parts at no additional charge.
The Company engages in extensive product quality programs and processes, including actively monitoring and
evaluating the quality of our component suppliers. Estimated warranty obligations are based upon warranty
terms, product failure rates, repair costs and current period machine shipments. If actual product failure rates,
repair costs, service delivery costs or post-sales support costs differ from our estimates, revisions to the
estimated warranty liability would be required.
Pension and Retirement Plans - The determination of obligations and expenses under the Company’s
pension plan is dependent on the Company’s selection of certain assumptions used by independent actuaries in
calculating such amounts. Those assumptions are described in Note 12, Pension and Retirement Plans and
include among others, the discount rate, expected return on plan assets and the expected mortality rates. In
accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States, actual results that differ from
assumptions are accumulated and amortized over future periods and, therefore, generally affect the recognized
expense in such periods. Significant differences in actual experience or significant changes in the assumptions
used may materially affect the pension obligations and future expenses.
The Company recognizes the overfunded or underfunded status of its pension plan as an asset or liability.
Actuarial gains and losses, amortization of prior service cost (credit) and amortization of transition obligations are
recognized through other comprehensive income in the year in which the changes occur. The Company
measures the funded status of its pension plan as of the date of the Company’s fiscal year-end.
Stock-based Compensation - The Company currently has a stock-based compensation plan in effect for its
employees and directors whereby participants may earn restricted stock units. The plan and its similar
predecessor plan, were put in place initially in 2006 and will continue through at least 2015. These plans are
more fully described in Note 16, Shareholders’ Equity. The Company recognizes the cost of employee services
received in exchange for equity awards in the financial statements based on the grant date calculated fair value
of the awards. The Company recognizes stock-based compensation expense over the period during which an
employee is required to provide service in exchange for the award (the vesting period).
Restricted stock units (“RSU’s”) awarded under the Company’s 2011 Incentive Plan are granted shortly after the
end of each year based upon the performance of the Company and its individual subsidiaries in 2011 through
2015. Additional RSUs may be granted based upon cumulative five-year performance. The Company estimates
the number of shares that will be granted for the most recent fiscal year end and the five-year cumulative
performance based on actual and expected future operating results. Compensation expense for RSU’s expected
to be granted for the most recent fiscal year and the cumulative five-year based awards is calculated using the
fair value of the Company stock at each period end and is adjusted to the fair value as of each future period-end
until granted.
Earnings Per Share - Basic earnings per share is based on the weighted average number of common shares
outstanding and diluted earnings per share includes potential dilutive effects of options, restricted stock units and
shares held in the Company’s supplemental executive retirement plan.
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(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
The following table sets forth the compensation of net income attributable to controlling interest from continuing
operations and the number of basic and diluted earnings per share:
Numerator:
Net income from continuing operations
Net income (loss) attributable to non-controlling
interests
Net income attributable to controlling interest from
continuing operations
Denominator:
Denominator for basic earnings per share
Effect of dilutive securities:
Employee stock options and restricted stock units
Supplemental executive retirement plan
Denominator for diluted earnings per share
Year Ended December 31
2013
2014
2012
$ 34,206
(252)
$ 39,214 $ 34,210
161
172
$
34,458
$
39,042
$
34,049
22,819
22,749
22,680
176
110
23,105
218
114
23,081
262
109
23,051
Antidilutive options were not included in the diluted EPS computation for the years presented. The number of
antidilutive options in the three years ended December 31, 2014 was not material.
Derivatives and Hedging Activities - The Company recognizes all derivatives in the consolidated balance
sheets at their fair value. Derivatives that are not hedges are adjusted to fair value through income. If the
derivative is a hedge, depending on the nature of the hedge, changes in the fair value of derivatives are either
offset against the change in fair value of assets, liabilities, or firm commitments through income or recognized in
other comprehensive income until the hedged item is recognized in income. The ineffective portion of a
derivative’s change in fair value is immediately recognized in income. From time to time the Company’s
foreign subsidiaries enter into foreign currency exchange contracts to mitigate exposure to fluctuation in
currency exchange rates. See Note 13, Derivative Financial Instruments, regarding foreign exchange contracts
outstanding at December 31, 2014 and 2013.
Shipping and Handling Fees and Cost - The Company records revenues earned for shipping and handling as
revenue, while the cost of shipping and handling is classified as cost of goods sold.
Litigation Contingencies - In the normal course of business in the industry, the Company is named as a
defendant in a number of legal proceedings associated with product liability and other matters. See Note 15,
Contingent Matters for additional discussion of the Company’s legal contingencies.
Business Combinations - The Company accounts for business combinations using the acquisition method.
Accordingly, intangible assets are recorded apart from goodwill if they arise from contractual or legal rights or if
they are separable from goodwill. Related third party acquisition costs are expensed as incurred and
contingent consideration is booked at its fair value as part of the purchase price.
Subsequent Events Review - Management has evaluated events occurring between December 31, 2014 and
the date these financial statements were filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission for proper
recording or disclosure therein.
Recent Accounting Pronouncements –
In April 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2014-08,
“Reporting Discontinued Operations and Disclosures of Disposals of Components of an Entity,” which raises the
previous threshold for disposals to qualify as discontinued operations and requires new disclosures for
individually material disposal transactions that do not meet the definition of a discontinued operation. The
standard also allows companies to have significant continuing involvement and continuing cash flows with the
discontinued operation. The standard requires the reclassification of assets and liabilities of a discontinued
operation in the balance sheet for all periods presented. The standard is effective for public entities for annual
periods beginning on or after December 15, 2014 and is to be implemented prospectively. The Company does
not expect the adoption of this statement to have a significant impact on the Company’s financial position or
results of operations.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Accounting Standards Update No. 2014-09,
“Revenue from Contracts with Customers,” which supersedes existing revenue guidance under U.S. GAAP. The
standard’s core principle is that a company will recognize revenue when it transfers promised goods or services
to customers in an amount that reflects the consideration to which the company expects to be entitled in
exchange for those goods or services. The implementation of this new standard will require companies to use
more judgment and to make more estimates than under current guidance. The standard is effective for public
companies for annual periods beginning after December 15, 2016. The Company plans to adopt the new
standard effective January 1, 2017. The Company has not yet determined what impact, if any, the adoption of
this new standard will have on the Company’s financial position or results of operations.
2. Inventories
Inventories consist of the following:
Raw materials and parts
Work-in-process
Finished goods
Used equipment
Total
3. Fair Value Measurements
December 31
2014
2013
$ 149,171 $
105,163
102,235
31,266
$ 387,835 $
139,372
74,663
99,812
28,466
342,313
The Company has various financial instruments that must be measured at fair value on a recurring basis,
including marketable debt and equity securities held by Astec Insurance Company (“Astec Insurance”), the
Company’s captive insurance company, and marketable equity securities held in an unqualified Supplemental
Executive Retirement Plan (“SERP”). The financial assets held in the SERP also constitute a liability of the
Company for financial reporting purposes. The Company’s subsidiaries also occasionally enter into foreign
currency exchange contracts to mitigate exposure to fluctuations in currency exchange rates.
For cash and cash equivalents, trade receivables, other receivables, revolving debt and accounts payable, the
carrying amount approximates the fair value because of the short-term nature of these instruments. Investments are
carried at their fair value based on quoted market prices for identical or similar assets or, where no quoted prices
exist, other observable inputs for the asset. The fair values of foreign currency exchange contracts are based on
quotations from various banks for similar instruments using models with market based inputs.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
As indicated in the tables below, the Company has determined that its financial assets and liabilities at
December 31, 2014 and 2013 are level 1 and level 2 in the fair value hierarchy:
Financial Assets:
Trading equity securities:
SERP money market fund
SERP mutual funds
Preferred stocks
Trading debt securities:
Corporate bonds
Municipal bonds
Floating rate notes
U.S. Treasury bill
Other government bonds
Derivative financial instruments
Total financial assets
Financial Liabilities:
SERP liabilities
Total financial liabilities
December 31, 2014
Level 1
Level 2
Level 3
Total
$ 532 $ --
--
--
3,195
973
--
$
--
--
$ 532
3,195
973
2,825
--
100
622
--
--
8,247 $
$
1,184
2,060
322
--
1,496
547
--
--
--
--
--
--
$ --
4,009
2,060
422
622
1,496
547
$ 13,856
5,609
$ --
$ --
8,128 $ --
$
$ 8,128 $ --
$ 8,128
$ 8,128
Level 1
December 31, 2013
Level 2
Level 3
Total
Financial Assets:
Trading equity securities:
SERP money market fund
SERP mutual funds
Preferred stocks
Short-term investments in mutual funds
$ 783 $ --
--
--
--
2,813
1,170
16,073
$
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
--
$ 783
2,813
1,170
16,073
4,851
1,908
549
250
864
452
29,713
7,828
7,828
$
$
$
3,696
--
103
250
--
--
$ 24,888 $
1,155
1,908
446
--
864
452
4,825 $
$ --
$ --
$
$
7,828 $
7,828 $
--
--
Trading debt securities:
Corporate bonds
Municipal bonds
Floating rate notes
U.S. Treasury bill
Other government bonds
Derivative financial instruments
Total financial assets
Financial Liabilities:
SERP liabilities
Total financial liabilities
The Company reevaluates the volume of trading activity for each of its investments at the end of each reporting
period and adjusts the level within the fair value hierarchy as needed. Due to increased trading activity, $164 of
investments included in Level 2 at December 31, 2013 were transferred to Level 1 at December 31, 2014.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
4. Investments
The Company’s trading securities consist of the following:
December 31, 2014
Trading equity securities
Trading debt securities
Total
December 31, 2013
Trading equity securities
Trading debt securities
Total
Amortized
Cost
Gross
Unrealized
Gains
Gross
Unrealized
Losses
Fair Value (Net
Carrying
Amount)
$
$
$
$
$
4,335
8,573
12,908 $
$
374
107
481 $
$
9
71
80 $
4,700
8,609
13,309
$
19,411
8,385
27,796 $
$
1,459
174
1,633 $
$
31
137
168 $
20,839
8,422
29,261
Trading equity investments noted above are valued at their estimated fair value based on their quoted market
prices and trading debt securities are valued based upon a mix of observable market prices and model driven
prices derived from a matrix of observable market prices for assets with similar characteristics obtained from a
nationally recognized third party pricing service. Additionally, a significant portion of the trading equity securities
are in equity money market and mutual funds and also comprise a portion of the Company’s liability under its
SERP. See Note 12, Pension and Retirement Plans, for additional information on these investments and the
SERP.
Trading debt securities are comprised mainly of marketable debt securities held by Astec Insurance. Astec
Insurance has an investment strategy that focuses on providing regular and predictable interest income from a
diversified portfolio of high-quality fixed income securities.
Net unrealized gains or losses incurred on investments still held as of the end of each reporting period amounted
to a loss of $17 in 2014 and gains of $175 and $173 in 2013 and 2012, respectively.
5. Goodwill
Goodwill represents the excess of the purchase price over the fair value of identifiable net assets acquired in
business combinations. Current U.S. accounting guidance provides that goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible
assets be tested for impairment at least annually. The Company performs the required valuation procedures
each year as of December 31 after the following year’s forecasts are submitted and reviewed. The valuations
performed in 2014, 2013 and 2012 indicated no impairment of goodwill.
The changes in the carrying amount of goodwill by reporting segment during the years ended December 31,
2014 and 2013 are as follows:
Infrastructure
Group
Aggregate and
Mining Group Energy Group Corporate
--
$
--
--
--
--
--
6,338 $
--
6,338
18,256
(1,183)
23,411 $
--
--
--
--
-- $
-- $
8,673
46
8,719
--
(135)
8,584 $
Balance, December 31, 2012
Foreign currency translation
Balance, December 31, 2013
Acquisition
Foreign currency translation
Balance, December 31, 2014
$
$
6. Long-lived and Intangible Assets
Total
15,011
46
15,057
18,256
(1,318)
31,995
$
$
Long-lived assets, including finite-lived intangible assets, are reviewed for impairment when events or changes in
circumstances indicate that the carrying value of the assets may not be recoverable. Impairment losses for long-
lived assets “held and used” and finite-lived intangible assets are recorded if the sum of the estimated future
undiscounted cash flows used to test for recoverability is less than the carrying value.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
Amortization expense on intangible assets was $2,735, $1,066 and $1,855 for 2014, 2013 and 2012,
respectively. Intangible assets consisted of the following at December 31, 2014 and 2013:
2014
2013
Gross Carrying
Value
Accumulated
Amortization
Net Carrying
Value
Gross Carrying
Value
Accumulated
Amortization
Net Carrying
Value
Dealer network and
customer relationships
$
Trade names
Other
Total
13,600
4,984
5,471
$
(4,245)
$
9,355
$
6,678
$
(3,019)
$
3,659
4,339
3,578
$ 24,055 $ (6,783) $ 17,272
(645)
(1,893)
2,575
1,535
$ 10,788
(353)
(873)
2,222
662
$ (4,245) $ 6,543
Intangible asset amortization expense is expected to be $3,152, $2,863, $2,466, $2,241, and $1,589 in the years
ending December 31, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019, respectively, and $4,961 thereafter.
7. Property and Equipment
Property and equipment consist of the following:
Land
Building and land improvements
Manufacturing and office equipment
Aviation equipment
Less accumulated depreciation
Total
December 31
2014
$ 14,024
146,266
235,623
13,698
(222,001)
$ 187,610
2013
$ 13,952
136,000
227,641
14,913
(207,986)
$ 184,520
Depreciation expense was $21,343, $20,966 and $20,945 for the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and
2012, respectively.
In late January 2015, the Company decided to end production at its Astec Underground, Inc.’s Loudon,
Tennessee manufacturing facility by June 2015. Production of the product lines, which are included in the
Energy Group, currently manufactured in Loudon will be transferred to the Company’s GEFCO subsidiary’s
manufacturing facility in Enid, Oklahoma. As a result of this action, the Company intends to sell the land and
building located in Loudon which have a net book value of $9,209 at December 31, 2014. The Company
evaluated the facility for impairment and determined that no impairment existed at December 31, 2014.
8. Leases
The Company leases certain land, buildings and equipment for use in its operations under various operating
leases. Total rental expense charged to operations under operating leases was approximately $2,544, $2,436 and
$2,753 for the years ended December 31, 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
Minimum rental commitments for all noncancelable operating leases at December 31, 2014 are as follows:
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
Thereafter
$
$
1,463
1,274
434
102
25
--
3,298
81
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
9. Debt
On April 12, 2012, the Company and certain of its subsidiaries entered into an amended and restated credit
agreement with Wells Fargo whereby Wells Fargo extended to the Company an unsecured line of credit of up to
$100,000, including a sub-limit for letters of credit of up to $25,000. The amended and restated credit agreement
replaced the expiring $100,000 credit facility between the Company and Wells Fargo. There were no outstanding
revolving or term loan borrowings under the credit facility at December 31, 2014 or 2013. Letters of credit totaling
$12,645 were outstanding under the credit facility as of December 31, 2014, resulting in additional borrowing
ability of $87,355 on the credit facility as of December 31, 2014. The amended and restated agreement has a
five-year term expiring in April 2017. Borrowings under the agreement are subject to an interest rate equal to the
daily one-month LIBOR rate plus a 0.75% margin. The unused facility fee is 0.175%. Interest only payments are
due monthly. The credit agreement contains certain financial covenants, including provisions concerning required
levels of annual net income, minimum tangible net worth and maximum allowed capital expenditures. The
Company was in compliance with these covenants as of December 31, 2014.
The Company’s South African subsidiary, Osborn Engineered Products SA (Pty) Ltd (“Osborn”), has a credit
facility of $8,227 (ZAR 95,000) to finance short-term working capital needs, as well as to cover performance
letters of credit, advance payment and retention guarantees. As of December 31, 2014, Osborn had borrowings
of $2,814 and $487 in performance, advance payment and retention guarantees outstanding under the facility.
The facility is guaranteed by Astec Industries, Inc. The facility’s 0.75% unused facility is waived if 50% or more of
the facility is utilized. As of December 31, 2014, Osborn had available credit under the facility of $4,926. The
interest rate is 0.25% less than the South Africa prime rate, resulting in a rate of 9.00% as of December 31,
2014. Osborn’s loans are included in the accompanying balance sheets as short-term debt of $2,814.
The Company's Brazilian subsidiary, Astec do Brasil Fabricacao de Equipamentos Ltda. ("Astec Brazil"), has
outstanding working capital loans totaling $5,658 from a Brazilian bank with interest rates of approximately
12.5%. The loans have maturity dates ranging from May 2016 to September 2017 and are secured by letters of
credit totaling $8,674 issued by Astec Industries, Inc. Additionally, Astec Brazil has various 5-year equipment
financing loans outstanding with another Brazilian bank in the aggregate of $2,430 as of December 31, 2014 that
have interest rates ranging from 3.5% to 6.0%. These equipment loans have maturity dates ranging from
January 2019 to September 2019. Astec Brazil's loans are included in the accompanying balance sheets as
short-term debt of $1,027 and long-term debt of $7,061.
Long-term debt maturities are expected to be $1,027, $4,783, $1,018, $988 and $199 in the years ending
December 31, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 and 2019, respectively, and $73 thereafter.
10. Product Warranty Reserves
The Company warrants its products against manufacturing defects and performance to specified standards. The
warranty period and performance standards vary by product, but generally range from three months to two
years or up to a specified number of hours of operation. The Company estimates the costs that may be
incurred under its warranties and records a liability at the time product sales are recorded. The warranty liability
is primarily based on historical claim rates, nature of claims and the associated costs.
Changes in the Company’s product warranty liability during 2014, 2013 and 2012 are as follows:
Reserve balance, beginning of year
Warranty liabilities accrued
Warranty liabilities settled
Other
Reserve balance, end of year
2014
$ 12,716
12,796
(15,563)
83
$ 10,032
2013
2012
$ 11,052 $ 12,663
11,152
(11,022)
(1,741)
$ 12,716 $ 11,052
12,199
(10,171)
(364)
82
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
11. Accrued Loss Reserves
The Company accrues reserves for losses related to known workers’ compensation and general liability claims
that have been incurred but not yet paid or are estimated to have been incurred but not yet reported to the
Company. The undiscounted reserves are actuarially determined based on the Company’s evaluation of the type
and severity of individual claims and historical information, primarily its own claim experience, along with
assumptions about future events. Changes in assumptions, as well as changes in actual experience, could
cause these estimates to change in the future. Total accrued loss reserves at December 31, 2014 were $7,562
compared to $7,344 at December 31, 2013, of which $4,512 and $4,016 was included in other long-term
liabilities at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
12. Pension and Retirement Plans
Prior to December 31, 2003, all employees of the Company’s Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc. subsidiary were covered by
a defined benefit pension plan. After December 31, 2003, all benefit accruals under the plan ceased and no
new employees could become participants in the plan. Benefits paid under this plan are based on years of
service multiplied by a monthly amount. The Company’s funding policy for the plan is to make the minimum
annual contributions required by applicable regulations.
The Company’s investment strategy for the plan is to earn a rate of return, based on the fair value of plan assets,
sufficient to match or exceed the long- term growth of pension liabilities. The investment policy states that the
Plan Committee in its sole discretion shall determine the allocation of plan assets among the following four asset
classes: cash equivalents, fixed-income securities, domestic equities and international equities. The Plan
Committee attempts to ensure adequate diversification of the invested assets through investment in an
exchange traded mutual fund that invests in a diversified portfolio of stocks, bonds and money market securities.
The following provides information regarding benefit obligations, plan assets and the funded status of the plan:
Change in benefit obligation
Benefit obligation, beginning of year
Interest cost
Actuarial (gain)/loss
Benefits paid
Benefit obligation, end of year
Accumulated benefit obligation
Change in plan assets
Fair value of plan assets, beginning of year
Actual gain on plan assets
Employer contribution
Benefits paid
Fair value of plan assets, end of year
Funded status, end of year
Amounts recognized in the consolidated balance sheets
Noncurrent liabilities
Net amount recognized
Amounts recognized in accumulated other comprehensive income
consist of
Net loss
Net amount recognized
Weighted average assumptions used to determine benefit obligations
as of December 31
Discount rate
Expected return on plan assets
Rate of compensation increase
83
$
$
$
Pension Benefits
2014
2013
13,815
620
2,118
(567)
15,986
15,986
$
14,958
561
(1,178)
(526)
13,815
$ 13,815
$
12,693
819
338
(567)
13,283
$ (2,703) $
10,784
1,624
811
(526)
12,693
(1,122)
$
(2,703) $
$ (2,703) $
(1,122)
(1,122)
$
$
5,896
5,896
$
$
4,076
4,076
3.81%
7.00%
N/A
4.60%
7.00%
N/A
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
The measurement date used for the plan was December 31.
In determining the expected return on plan assets, the historical experience of the plan assets, the current and
expected allocation of the plan assets and the expected long-term rates of return were considered.
All assets in the plan are invested in an exchange traded mutual fund (level 1 in the fair value hierarchy). The
allocation of assets within the mutual fund as of the measurement date (December 31) and the target asset
allocation ranges by asset category are as follows:
Asset Category
Equity securities
Debt securities
Money market funds
Total
Actual Allocation
2014
2013
65.6%
30.1%
4.3%
100.0%
65.4%
27.8%
6.8%
100.0%
2014 & 2013 Target
Allocation Ranges
53 - 73%
21 - 41%
0 - 15%
Net periodic benefit cost for 2014, 2013 and 2012 included the following components:
Pension Benefits
2013
2014
2012
Components of net periodic benefit cost
Interest cost
Expected return on plan assets
Amortization of actuarial loss
Net periodic benefit cost
Other changes in plan assets and benefit obligations recognized in
other comprehensive income
Net actuarial (gain)/loss for the year
Amortization of net loss
Total recognized in other comprehensive income
Total recognized in net periodic benefit cost and other comprehensive
income
Weighted average assumptions used to determine net periodic benefit
cost for years ended December 31
Discount rate
Expected return on plan assets
$ 620
(816)
295
99
$
$ 561 $ 599
(648)
502
$ 404 $ 453
(693)
536
$
2,115 $ (2,109) $ 656
(502)
(536)
(295)
154
(2,645)
1,820
$
1,919
$
(2,241)
$
607
4.60%
7.00%
3.82%
7.00%
4.46%
7.00%
No contributions are expected to be funded by the Company in 2015.
Amounts in accumulated other comprehensive income expected to be recognized in net periodic benefit cost in
2015 for the amortization of a net loss is $500 using the 10% corridor approach as allowed by ASC 715.
The following estimated future benefit payments are expected to be paid in the years indicated:
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020 - 2024
$
Pension Benefits
710
760
800
830
860
4,500
84
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
The Company sponsors a 401(k) defined contribution plan to provide eligible employees with additional
income upon retirement. The Company’s contributions to the plan are based on employee contributions. The
Company’s contributions totaled $5,134, $4,941, and $5,099 in 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
The Company maintains a Supplemental Executive Retirement Plan (“SERP”) for certain of its executive
officers. The plan is a non-qualified deferred compensation plan administered by the Board of Directors of the
Company, pursuant to which the Company makes quarterly cash contributions of a certain percentage of
executive officers’ compensation. Investments are self-directed by participants and can include Company stock.
Upon retirement, participants receive their apportioned share of the plan assets in the form of cash.
Assets of the SERP consist of the following:
December 31, 2014
Market
Cost
December 31, 2013
Market
Cost
Company stock
Equity securities
Total
$ 2,929 $ 4,401 $ 2,786 $ 4,232
3,596
$ 6,297 $ 8,128 $ 6,027 $ 7,828
3,241
3,727
3,368
The Company periodically adjusts the deferred compensation liability such that the balance of the liability equals
the total fair market value of all assets held by the trust established under the SERP. Such liabilities are included
in other long-term liabilities on the consolidated balance sheets. The equity securities are included in investments
in the consolidated balance sheets and classified as trading equity securities. See Note 4, Investments, for
additional information. The cost of the Company stock held by the plan is included as a reduction in
shareholders’ equity in the consolidated balance sheets.
The change in the fair market value of Company stock held in the SERP results in a charge or credit to selling,
general and administrative expenses in the consolidated statements of income because the acquisition cost of
the Company stock in the SERP is recorded as a reduction of shareholders’ equity and is not adjusted to fair
market value; however, the related liability is adjusted to the fair market value of the stock as of each period end.
The Company recognized expense of $74, $601 and $115 in 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively, related to the
change in the fair value of the Company stock held in the SERP.
13. Derivative Financial Instruments
The Company is exposed to certain risks relating to its ongoing business operations. The primary risk managed
by using derivative instruments is foreign currency risk. From time to time the Company’s foreign subsidiaries
enter into foreign currency exchange contracts to mitigate exposure to fluctuations in currency exchange rates.
The fair value of the derivative financial instrument is recorded on the Company’s consolidated balance sheets
and is adjusted to fair value at each measurement date. The changes in fair value are recognized in the
consolidated statements of income in the current period. The Company does not engage in speculative
transactions nor does it hold or issue derivative financial instruments for trading purposes. The average U.S.
dollar equivalent notional amount of outstanding foreign currency exchange contracts was $10,328 during 2014.
At December 31, 2014, the Company reported $434 of derivative assets in other current assets and $113 of
derivative assets in other long-term assets. The Company reported $452 of derivative assets in other current
assets at December 31, 2013. The Company recognized, as a component of cost of sales, a net gain on the
change in fair value of derivative instruments of $438 and $1,061 for the years ended December 31, 2014 and
2013, respectively. The Company recognized, as a component of cost of sales, a net loss on the change in fair
value of derivative instruments of $594 for the year ended December 31, 2012. There were no derivatives that
were designated as hedges at December 31, 2014 or 2013.
85
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
14. Income Taxes
For financial reporting purposes, income from continuing operations before income taxes includes the following
components:
Continuing operations
United States
Foreign
Income from continuing operations before income taxes
The provision for income taxes consists of the following:
Continuing operations
Current provision:
Federal
State
Foreign
Total current provision
Deferred provision (benefit):
Federal
State
Foreign
Total deferred provision (benefit)
Total provision (benefit):
Federal
State
Foreign
Income tax provision on continuing operations
Income tax provision on discontinued operations
Total tax provision
Year Ended December 31
2013
2014
2012
$ 57,651 $ 53,315 $
47,400
6,297
53,606 $ 58,242 $ 53,697
4,927
(4,045)
$
Year Ended December 31
2013
2014
2012
$ 18,713 $ 16,239 $ 9,637
2,096
1,996
13,729
2,785
2,664
21,688
2,992
243
21,948
(1,627)
(222)
(699)
(2,548)
(885)
(923)
(852)
(2,660)
6,135
(768)
391
5,758
17,086
2,770
(456)
19,400
--
15,772
1,328
2,387
19,487
3,796
$ 19,400 $ 19,028 $ 23,283
15,354
1,862
1,812
19,028
--
The Company’s income tax provision is computed based on the domestic and foreign federal statutory rates and
the average state statutory rates, net of related federal benefit.
86
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
The provision for income taxes differs from the amount computed by applying the statutory federal income tax rate
to income before income taxes. A reconciliation of the provision for income taxes at the statutory federal income
tax rate to the amount provided is as follows:
Continuing operations
Tax at the statutory federal income tax rate
Qualified production activity deduction
State income tax, net of federal income tax
Other permanent differences
Research and development tax credits
Change in valuation allowance
Other items
Income tax provision on continued operations
Income tax provision on discontinued operations
Total tax provision
Year Ended December 31
2013
2012
2014
$ 18,762 $ 20,385 $
(1,360)
1,727
840
(1,323)
1,675
(921)
19,400
--
$ 19,400
(1,395)
1,105
464
(2,054)
810
(287)
19,028
--
$ 19,028 $
18,794
(958)
758
360
(419)
1,034
(82)
19,487
3,796
23,283
Deferred income taxes reflect the net tax effects of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of
assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for income tax purposes.
Significant components of the Company’s deferred tax assets and liabilities are as follows:
Deferred tax assets:
Inventory reserves
Warranty reserves
Bad debt reserves
State tax loss carryforwards
Accrued vacation
SERP
Deferred compensation
Restricted stock units
Foreign exchange gains/losses
Pension and post-employment benefits
Foreign deferred tax assets
Foreign net operating losses
Other
Valuation allowances
Total deferred tax assets
Deferred tax liabilities:
Property and equipment
Amortization
Goodwill
Pension
Foreign tax rate differential
Foreign deferred tax liabilities
Total deferred tax liabilities
Total net deferred liabilities
87
December 31
2014
2013
$ 6,539
2,988
598
2,377
2,060
1,231
1,255
2,256
3,111
2,197
3,311
3,168
3,267
(6,029)
28,329
$ 6,340
3,558
636
2,100
1,805
1,245
1,226
2,601
2,345
1,498
3,642
1,561
2,708
(4,354)
26,911
19,394
1,087
2,014
1,313
2,236
3,820
29,864
19,711
1,200
2,012
1,132
3,681
1,227
28,963
$ (1,535) $ (2,052)
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
As of December 31, 2014, the Company has state net operating loss carryforwards of $56,116, foreign net
operating loss carryforwards of approximately $10,482, and state tax credit carryforwards of $1,161 for tax
purposes, which will be available to offset future taxable income. If not used, these carryforwards will expire
between 2015 and 2028. A significant portion of the valuation allowance for deferred tax assets relates to the
future utilization of state and foreign net operating loss and state tax credit carryforwards. Future utilization of
these net operating loss and state tax credit carryforwards is evaluated by the Company on a periodic basis and
the valuation allowance is adjusted accordingly. In 2014, the valuation allowance on these carryforwards was
increased by $1,720 due to uncertainty about whether certain entities will realize their state and foreign net
operating loss carryforwards. The Company has also determined that the recovery of certain other deferred tax
assets is uncertain. The valuation allowance for these deferred tax assets was decreased by $45.
Undistributed earnings of the Company’s Canadian subsidiary, Breaker Technology Ltd., and Northern Ireland
subsidiary, Telestack Limited, are considered to be indefinitely reinvested; accordingly, no provision for U.S.
federal and state income taxes has been provided thereon. Upon repatriation of those earnings, in the form of
dividends or otherwise, the Company would be subject to additional U.S. income taxes, net of an adjustment for
foreign tax credits and possible withholding taxes payable. The cumulative amount of Breaker Technology, Ltd.’s
unrecovered basis difference is $8,900 as of December 31, 2014. The cumulative amount of Telestack Limited’s
unrecovered basis difference is $1,000 as of December 31, 2014. The determination of the unrecognized
deferred tax liability on the basis difference is not practical at this time.
The Company files income tax returns in the U.S. federal jurisdiction, and in various state and foreign
jurisdictions. The Company is no longer subject to U.S. federal income tax examinations by authorities for years
prior to 2010. With few exceptions, the Company is no longer subject to state and local or non-U.S. income tax
examinations by authorities for years prior to 2007.
The Company has a liability for unrecognized tax benefits of $2,585 and $1,933 (excluding accrued interest and
penalties) as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. The Company recognizes interest and penalties
accrued related to unrecognized tax benefits in tax expense. The Company recognized tax benefits of $107 and
$101 in 2014 and 2013, respectively, for penalties and interest related to amounts that were settled for less
than previously accrued. The net total amount of unrecognized tax benefits that, if recognized, would affect
the Company’s effective tax rate is $2,722 and $1,954 at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. The
Company does not expect a significant increase or decrease to the total amount of unrecognized tax benefits
within the next twelve months.
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending unrecognized tax benefits excluding interest and penalties is as
follows:
Balance, beginning of year
Additions for tax positions related to the current year
Additions for tax positions related to prior years
Reductions due to lapse of statutes of limitations
Decreases related to settlements with tax authorities
Balance, end of year
2014
$ 1,933
127
525
--
--
$ 2,585
December 31
2013
2012
$ 2,095 $ 1,682
396
90
(73)
--
2,095
102
128
(149)
(243)
$ 1,933 $
The December 31, 2014 balance of unrecognized tax benefits includes no tax positions for which the ultimate
deductibility is highly certain but the timing of such deductibility is uncertain. Accordingly, there is no impact to the
deferred tax accounting for certain tax benefits.
15. Contingent Matters
Certain customers have financed purchases of Company products through arrangements in which the Company
is contingently liable for customer debt of $2,419 and $693 at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively. The
maximum potential amount of future payments for which the Company would be liable was equal to $2,419 as of
December 31, 2014. These arrangements also provide that the Company will receive the lender's full security
interest in the equipment financed if the Company is required to fulfill its contingent liability under these
arrangements. The Company has recorded a liability of $101 related to these guarantees as of December 31,
2014.
88
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
In addition, the Company is contingently liable under letters of credit issued by Wells Fargo totaling $12,645 as of
December 31, 2014, including $8,674 of letters of credit guaranteeing certain Astec Brazil bank debt. The
outstanding letters of credit expire at various dates through November 2017. As of December 31, 2014, Osborn
is contingently liable for a total of $487 in performance letters of credit, advance payments and retention
guarantees. As of December 31, 2014, Astec Australia is contingently liable for a total of $23 in performance
bank guarantees. The maximum potential amount of future payments under these letters of credit and
guarantees for which the Company could be liable is $13,155 as of December 31, 2014.
than another. As management becomes aware of additional
The Company is currently a party to various claims and legal proceedings that have arisen in the ordinary course
of business. If management believes that a loss arising from such claims and legal proceedings is probable and
can reasonably be estimated, the Company records the amount of the loss (excluding estimated legal fees) or
the minimum estimated liability when the loss is estimated using a range and no point within the range is more
information concerning such
probable
contingencies, any potential liability related to these matters is assessed and the estimates are revised, if
necessary. If management believes that a loss arising from such claims and legal proceedings is either (i)
probable but cannot be reasonably estimated or (ii) reasonably possible but not probable, the Company does not
record the amount of the loss, but does make specific disclosure of such matter. Based upon currently available
information and with the advice of counsel, management believes that the ultimate outcome of its current claims
and legal proceedings, individually and in the aggregate, will not have a material adverse effect on the
Company's financial position, cash flows or results of operations. However, claims and legal proceedings are
subject to inherent uncertainties and rulings unfavorable to the Company could occur. If an unfavorable ruling
were to occur, there exists the possibility of a material adverse effect on the Company's financial position, cash
flows or results of operations.
During 2004, the Company received notice from the Environmental Protection Agency ("EPA") that it may be
responsible for a portion of the costs incurred in connection with an environmental cleanup in Illinois. The
discharge of hazardous materials and associated cleanup relate to activities occurring prior to the Company's
acquisition of Barber-Greene in 1986. The Company believes that over 300 other parties have received similar
notices. At this time, the Company cannot predict whether the EPA will seek to hold the Company liable for a
portion of the cleanup costs or the amount of any such liability. The Company has not recorded a liability with
respect to this matter because no estimate of the amount of any such liability can be made at this time.
16. Shareholders’ Equity
Beginning in 2006 and again in 2011, the Company implemented five-year plans to award key members of
management restricted stock units (“RSUs”) each year based upon annual financial performance of the
Company and its subsidiaries. Each five-year plan allows up to 700 of newly issued shares of Company stock to
be granted to employees. The number of RSUs granted each year is determined based upon the performance
of individual subsidiaries and consolidated annual financial performance, with additional RSUs available for
cumulative five-year results. Generally, each award vests at the end of five years from the date of grant, or at the
time a recipient retires after reaching age 65, if earlier. The fair value of the RSUs that vested during 2014, 2013
and 2012 was $3,045, $2,405, and $2,719, respectively. The grant date tax benefit was reduced by $470, $77
and $67 upon the vesting of RSUs in 2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively.
Compensation expense of $961, $1,231, and $1,054 was recorded in the years ended December 31,
2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively, to reflect the fair value of RSUs granted (or anticipated to be granted for
2014 performance) less estimated forfeitures, amortized over the portion of the vesting period occurring during
the period. Related income tax benefits of $348, $417, and $387 were recorded in 2014, 2013 and 2012,
respectively. Based upon the grant date fair value of RSUs, it is anticipated that $2,217 of additional
compensation costs will be recognized in future periods through 2022 for RSUs earned through December 31,
2014. The weighted average period over which this additional compensation cost will be expensed is 3.8 years.
RSUs do not participate in Company paid dividends.
89
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
Changes in restricted stock units during the year ended December 31, 2014 are as follows:
Unvested restricted stock units, beginning of year
Restricted stock units granted
Restricted stock units forfeited
Restricted stock units vested
Unvested restricted stock units, end of year
2014
Weighted Average
Grant Date
Fair Value
30.54
40.52
32.65
24.38
33.54
262 $
14
(4)
(75)
197
The grant date fair value of the restricted stock units granted during 2014, 2013 and 2012 was $561, $763 and
$1,303, respectively.
The Company has adopted an Amended and Restated Shareholder Protection Rights Agreement and declared a
distribution of one right (the “Right”) for each outstanding share of Company common stock, par value $0.20
per share (the “Common Stock”). Each Right entitles the registered holder (other than the “Acquiring Person”
as defined below) to purchase from the Company one one-hundredth of a share (a “Unit”) of Series A
Participating Preferred Stock, par value $1.00 per share (the “Preferred Stock”), at a purchase price of
$72.00 per Unit, subject to adjustment. The Rights currently attach to the certificates representing shares of
outstanding Company Common Stock, and no separate Rights certificates will be distributed. The Rights will
separate from the Common Stock upon the earlier of ten business days (unless otherwise delayed by the
Board) following the: 1) public announcement that a person or group of affiliated or associated persons (the
“Acquiring Person”) has acquired, obtained the right to acquire, or otherwise obtained beneficial ownership of
fifteen percent (15%) or more of the then outstanding shares of Common Stock, or 2) commencement of a
tender offer or exchange offer that would result in an Acquiring Person beneficially owning fifteen percent
(15%) or more of the then outstanding shares of Common Stock. The Board of Directors may terminate the
Rights without any payment to the holders thereof at any time prior to the close of business ten business days
following announcement by the Company that a person has become an Acquiring Person. Once the Rights are
separated from the Common Stock, then the Rights entitle the holder (other than the Acquiring Person) to
purchase shares of Common Stock (rather than Preferred Stock) having a current market value equal to twice the
Unit purchase price. The Rights, which do not have voting power and are not entitled to dividends, expire on
December 22, 2015. In the event of a merger, consolidation, statutory share exchange or other transaction in
which shares of Common Stock are exchanged, each Unit of Preferred Stock will be entitled to receive the per
share amount paid in respect of each share of Common Stock.
17. Operations by Industry Segment and Geographic Area
Due to the recent change in the Company's chief operating decision maker, sale of a Company subsidiary and
other Company product lines, and the transfer of responsibility for certain product lines between Company
subsidiaries, the composition of the Company's reportable segments was changed as of January 1, 2014.
Historical segment information presented has been reclassified to reflect the new segment structure. The
Company now has three reportable segments, each of which is comprised of multiple business units that offer
similar products and services and meet the requirements for aggregation. A brief description of each segment is
as follows:
Infrastructure Group - This segment consists of five business units, three of which design, engineer,
manufacture and market a complete line of portable, stationary and relocatable hot-mix asphalt plants, wood
pellet plants, asphalt pavers, material transfer vehicles, milling machines and paver screeds. The other two
business units in this segment primarily operate as Company-owned dealers in the foreign countries in which
they are domiciled. These two business units sell, service and install products produced by the manufacturing
subsidiaries of the Company, and a majority of their sales are to customers in the infrastructure industry. The
principal purchasers of the products produced by this group are asphalt producers, highway and heavy
equipment contractors, wood pellet processors and foreign and domestic governmental agencies.
Aggregate and Mining Group - This segment consists of eight business units that design, engineer,
manufacture and market a complete line of jaw crushers, cone crushers, horizontal shaft impactors, vertical shaft
impactors, material handling, roll rock crushers and stationary rockbreaker systems, vibrating feeders and high
frequency vibrating screens, conveyors, inclined, vertical and horizontal screens and sand classifying and
washing equipment. The principal purchasers of products produced by this group are distributors, open mine
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
operators, quarry operators, port and inland terminal operators, highway and heavy equipment contractors and
foreign and domestic governmental agencies. This group includes the operations of Telestack Limited, which
was acquired in April 2014.
Energy Group - This segment consists of five business units that design, engineer, manufacture and market a
complete line of drilling rigs for the oil and gas, geothermal and water well industries, high pressure diesel pump
trailers for fracking and cleaning oil and gas wells, a variety of industrial heaters to fit a broad range of
applications including heating equipment for refineries, oil sands and energy related processing, heat transfer
processing equipment, thermal fluid storage tanks, waste heat recovery equipment, whole-tree pulpwood and
biomass chippers and horizontal grinders. The principal purchasers of products produced by this group are oil,
gas and water well drilling industry contractors, processors of oil, gas and biomass for energy production and
contractors in the construction and demolition recycling markets.
Corporate - This category consists of business units that do not meet the requirements for separate disclosure
as an operating segment or inclusion in one of the other reporting segments and includes the Company's parent
company, Astec Industries, Inc., and Astec Insurance Company, a Company-owned captive insurance company.
The Company evaluates performance and allocates resources to its operating segments based on profit or loss
from operations before U.S. federal income taxes and corporate overhead and thus these costs are included in
the Corporate category.
The accounting policies of the reportable segments are the same as those described in the summary of
significant accounting policies. Intersegment sales and transfers are valued at prices comparable to those
for unrelated parties.
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
Segment information for 2014
Revenues from external customers
Intersegment revenues
Interest expense
Depreciation and amortization
Income taxes
Profit (loss)
Infrastructure
Group
$ 386,356
26,661
31
7,045
1,365
29,477
Aggregate
and Mining
Group
$ 384,883
33,009
463
10,120
1,235
32,900
Energy
Group
$ 204,356
17,548
11
6,358
348
10,316
$
Corporate
--
$
--
215
853
16,452
(35,270)
Total
975,595
77,218
720
24,376
19,400
37,423
Assets
Capital expenditures
539,794
5,375
494,428
16,169
244,003
2,875
305,282
413
1,583,507
24,832
Segment information for 2013
Revenues from external customers
Intersegment revenues
Interest expense
Depreciation and amortization
Income taxes
Profit (loss)
Infrastructure
Group
$ 398,399
21,682
13
7,417
1,567
32,814
Aggregate
and Mining
Group
$ 350,514
45,435
12
7,906
2,642
33,031
Energy
Group
$ 184,085
12,857
4
6,114
46
4,005
Corporate
--
$
--
394
828
14,773
(30,367)
Total
$ 932,998
79,974
423
22,265
19,028
39,483
Assets
Capital expenditures
502,831
6,214
427,565
15,649
223,389
5,510
315,560
300
1,469,345
27,673
Segment Information for 2012
Revenues from external customers
Intersegment revenues
Interest expense
Depreciation and amortization
Income taxes on continuing operations
Profit (loss)
Infrastructure
Group
$ 390,753
29,651
143
7,454
718
26,916
Aggregate
and Mining
Group
$ 355,428
25,776
32
7,381
1,582
34,687
Energy
Group
$ 190,092
19,376
--
5,320
175
6,149
Corporate
--
$
--
164
780
17,012
(33,023)
Total
$ 936,273
74,803
339
20,935
19,487
34,729
Assets
Capital expenditures
478,621
6,874
399,832
9,376
220,356
9,604
321,753
164
1,420,562
26,018
92
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
The totals of segment information for all reportable segments reconciles to consolidated totals as follows:
Net income attributable to controlling interest
Total profit for reportable segments
Corporate expenses, net
Net (income) loss attributable to non-controlling interest
Elimination of intersegment profit
Income from discontinued operations, net of tax
Gain on sale of subsidiary, net of tax
Total consolidated net income attributable to
controlling interest
Assets
Total assets for reportable segments
Corporate assets
Elimination of intercompany profit in inventory
Elimination of intercompany receivables
Elimination of investment in subsidiaries
Other eliminations
Total consolidated assets
Interest expense
Total interest expense for reportable segments
Corporate interest expense
Total consolidated interest expense
Depreciation and amortization
Total depreciation and amortization for reportable
segments
Corporate depreciation and amortization
Depreciation from discontinued operations
Total consolidated depreciation and amortization
Capital expenditures
Total capital expenditures for reportable segments
Corporate capital expenditures
Total consolidated capital expenditures
2014
2013
2012
$ 72,693
(35,270)
252
(3,217)
--
--
$ 69,850
(30,367)
(172)
(269)
--
--
$ 67,752
(33,023)
(161)
(519)
3,401
3,378
$
34,458
$
39,042
$
40,828
$ 1,278,225
305,282
(7,896)
(515,625)
(227,051)
(27,470)
$ 1,153,785
315,560
(4,679)
(482,768)
(195,199)
(37,408)
$ 1,098,809
321,753
(4,410)
(469,254)
(186,556)
(31,559)
$ 805,465
$ 749,291
$ 728,783
$ 505
215
$ 720
$ 29
394
$ 423
$ 175
164
$ 339
$
$
23,523
853
--
$
21,437
828
--
20,155
780
2,113
$ 24,376
$ 22,265
$ 23,048
$ 24,419
413
$ 27,373
300
$ 25,854
164
$ 24,832
$ 27,673
$ 26,018
93
NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
Sales into major geographic regions were as follows:
United States
Canada
South America (excluding Brazil)
Africa
Australia and Oceania
Russia
Other Asian Countries
Middle East
Brazil
Other European Countries
Mexico
Central America (excluding Mexico)
Post-Soviet States (excluding Russia)
China
West Indies
Japan and Korea
India
Other
Total foreign
Total consolidated sales
Long-lived assets by major geographic region are as follows:
United States
Brazil
South Africa
Australia
Northern Ireland
Canada
Germany
Total foreign
Total
2014
2012
Year Ended December 31
2013
$ 654,230 $ 599,054 $ 572,522
79,554
38,049
60,811
62,683
14,641
8,315
6,705
15,675
20,249
23,084
6,843
11,533
6,687
2,765
1,509
4,648
--
363,751
$ 975,595 $ 932,998 $ 936,273
61,898
49,797
47,940
34,772
25,589
17,018
13,327
12,869
12,365
9,993
9,275
8,245
7,451
4,478
4,377
1,743
228
321,365
70,991
33,526
62,911
47,505
17,440
5,836
6,699
11,620
15,428
15,917
5,620
25,849
3,857
5,294
1,749
3,672
30
333,944
December 31
2014
2013
$ 150,425 $ 156,927
9,024
7,203
5,680
--
4,145
1,541
27,593
$ 187,610 $ 184,520
14,798
7,295
5,111
5,065
3,592
1,324
37,185
18. Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss
The balance of related after-tax components comprising accumulated other comprehensive loss is summarized
below:
Foreign currency translation adjustment
Unrecognized pension and post-retirement benefit cost, net of tax of
$2,197 and $1,498, respectively
Accumulated other comprehensive loss
December 31
2014
2013
$ (9,384) $ (2,484)
(3,531)
(2,410)
(12,915) $ (4,894)
$
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
See Note 12, Pension and Retirement Plans, for discussion of the amounts recognized in accumulated
other comprehensive income related to the Company’s Kolberg-Pioneer, Inc. defined pension plan.
19. Other Income (Expense) - Net
Other income (expense), net from continuing operations consists of the following:
Investment income
Licensing fees
Other
Total
20. Business Combinations
2014
Year Ended December 31
2013
$ 64 $ 853 $ 116
1,211
456
$ 1,207 $ 1,937 $ 1,783
764
320
831
312
2012
The Company has funded its initial $13,505 investment in Astec do Brasil Fabricação de Equipamentos Ltda.
(“Astec Brazil”) located in Vespasiano, Minas Gerais, Brazil, a consolidated subsidiary of the Company. Once the
final capital contribution is received from the minority owner, Astec Brazil is expected to be 75% owned by the
Company, with the remaining 25% owned by MDE, a recognized leader in providing material handling solutions
to the Brazilian market.
At December 31, 2014, Astec Brazil was in the final phase of construction of a manufacturing facility. Assembly
operations began in the newly constructed 132,400 square foot facility in the fourth quarter of 2014 and complete
production operations are expected to begin in the first quarter of 2015. Manufacturing operations, sales,
distribution and product support will be located within the new facility, which is expected to employ approximately
120 employees at full capacity. The new facility will initially manufacture stationary jaw and cone crushers,
vibrating feeders, screens and track-mounted crushing units, representing the brands of AMS, KPI-JCI, and
Telsmith in the construction and mining industries. The Company also plans to manufacture other product lines
at the facility such as BTI products for underground mining. During most of 2014, Astec Brazil operated as a
distributor in the South American market for equipment produced by the other Astec Aggregate and Mining
Group companies as well as Astec asphalt plants.
On April 1, 2014, the Company purchased 100% of the stock of Telestack Limited (“Telestack”) for a total
purchase price of $36,183. The purchase price was paid in cash with $2,500 deposited into escrow for a period
of time not to exceed one year and is subject to certain post-closing adjustments. The preliminary purchase
price allocation recorded includes the recognition of $18,256 of goodwill and $14,445 of other intangible assets
consisting of trade names (15 year useful life), patents (5 to 10 year useful lives), non-compete agreements (3
year useful life) and customer relationships (11 year useful life). The Company expects to finalize the purchase
price accounting by the end of the first quarter of 2015 upon the finalization of any post-closing adjustments.
Telestack’s operating results are included in the Aggregate and Mining Group beginning in the second quarter of
2014. The revenue and results of operations of Telestack were not significant in relation to the Company’s
financial statements for the nine-month period ended December 31, 2014 and would not have been significant on
a pro forma basis to any earlier periods.
Telestack, located in Omagh, Northern Ireland, began operations in 1999 and specializes in the complete in-
house design, manufacture, installation and commissioning of a complete line of material handling systems used
extensively in the port, aggregate and mining industries. Telestack markets its products throughout the world by
a combination of direct sales and distribution through dealers. The Company anticipates the synergies between
Telestack and the Company’s existing aggregate and wood pellet product lines will benefit both companies.
21. Discontinued Operations
In October 2012, the Company entered into an agreement to sell its American Augers, Inc. (“Augers”) subsidiary,
as well as certain assets related to the Trencor large trencher product line of Astec Underground, Inc., to The
Charles Machine Works, Inc. of Perry, Oklahoma. Augers and the Trencor large trencher product line were part
of the Company’s Energy Group. The sale of Augers included substantially all the assets and liabilities of Augers
and was completed on November 30, 2012 for $42,940, net of cash included in the sale and subject to closing
adjustments. The Company retained the Augers vertical oil and gas drill rig product line and relocated it to the
GEFCO, Inc. subsidiary located in Enid, Oklahoma. The sale of the Trencor product line was immaterial to the
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(Dollar and share amounts in thousands, except per share amounts unless otherwise specified)
transaction and is included in the Company’s consolidated financial statements in continuing operations. This
divestiture, as well as the sale of the small utility trencher and drill line of products to Toro earlier in 2012, is part
of the Company’s strategy to exit the cyclical underground sector.
The Company calculated the post-closing adjustments to the sale price and recorded the resulting $288
purchase price adjustment in other accrued liabilities in the December 31, 2012 consolidated balance sheet. The
post-closing adjustments to the sales price were increased to a total of $499 when finalized and paid in early
2013.
The results of operations and the gain on the sale of Augers are presented as discontinued operations for 2012.
Summarized financial information for Augers is below:
Revenues
Discontinued operations
Operating income before tax
Income tax provision
Income from operations
Gain on sale of subsidiary
Gain on sale of subsidiary before tax
Income tax provision
Gain on sale of subsidiary
Income from discontinued operations
2012
$ 53,619
$ 5,218
1,817
3,401
5,357
1,979
3,378
$ 6,779
The carrying amounts of the major classes of assets and liabilities disposed on November 30, 2012 were as
follows:
Assets
Cash
Receivables
Inventories
Prepaid and other assets
Property and equipment, net
Other assets
Total assets
Liabilities
Accounts payable
Other liabilities
Total liabilities
Net assets disposed
2012
$ 636
5,334
26,568
430
13,500
465
46,933
2,518
6,484
9,002
$ 37,931
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Comparison of 5 Year Cumulative Total
Return Assumes Initial Investment of
$100 Performance Graph for Astec
Industries, Inc.
Notes:
A. Data complete through last fiscal year.
B. Corporate Performance Graph with peer group excludes company performance.
C. Peer group indices use beginning of period market capitalization weighting.
D. NYSE/AMEX/NASDAQ Market (US Companies) data prepared by Zacks Investment
Research, Inc. Used with permission. All rights reserved Copyright 1980-2015.
E. NYSE/AMEX/NASDAQ Stocks (SIC 3530-3537 US Comp) data calculated (or derived)
based from CRSP NYSE/AMEX/NASDAQ Market (US Companies), Center for Research in
Security Prices (CRSP®), Graduate School of Business, The University of Chicago.
Copyright 2015. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
F. The graph assumes $100 invested at the closing price of the Company’s common stock on
December 31, 2009 and assumes that all dividends were invested on the date paid.
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General Counsel and Litigation
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Securities Counsel
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Investor Relations
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Director, 423.553.5934
Corporate Office
Astec Industries, Inc.
1725 Shepherd Road,
Chattanooga, TN 37421
Ph 423.899.5898 Fax 423.899.4456
www.astecindustries.com
The form 10-K, as filed with the
Securities and Exchange Commission,
may be obtained at no cost by any
shareholder upon written request to
Astec Industries, Inc., Attention
Investor Relations.
The Company’s Code of Conduct is
posted at www.astecindustries.com.
The Annual Meeting will be held on
April 23, 2015 at 10:00 A.M., EST in the
Training Center of Astec, Inc. located
at 4101 Jerome Avenue, Chattanooga,
TN 37407.
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