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142 0 1 4 A N N U A L R E P O R T
LSB Industries is a manufacturing, marketing
and engineering company. Our principal business
activities, through our subsidiaries, are the
manufacture and sale of a broad range of heating,
ventilation and air conditioning products used in
commercial, institutional and residential buildings,
as well as the manufacture and sale of chemical
products for agriculture, industrial, mining, quarry
and construction uses.
Fellow Shareholders,
During 2014, LSB’s management team, supported
by our Board of Directors, continued to take actions
to advance our multi-year strategy to strengthen
operations and improve financial performance. This
includes implementing improvements in the areas of
reliability and safety across all of our Chemical facilities;
completing the expansion projects at our El Dorado
Chemical facility; implementing LEAN operating
initiatives throughout our Climate Control Business
and enhancing leadership and accountability at all
levels of the organization.
While our financial results for the full year 2014 were
far from what we are capable of delivering, we’ve made
meaningful progress in executing the operating and
capital plans we laid out at the beginning of the year
that, we believe, should significantly increase EBITDA
in 2016 and beyond. In addition, the Board of Directors
has committed to evaluating potential value-creating
alternatives as LSB’s operating and capital plans are
implemented. We remain returns-focused and believe
we have the right plan in place to deliver sustainable
increased value to our shareholders.
2014 Financial Review
Full-year 2014 results showed year-over-year improve-
ment, excluding the benefit of insurance recoveries in
2013 and 2014. Consolidated net sales for 2014 were
$732.5 million, an increase of $53 million compared
to 2013. Adjusted net income applicable to common
shareholders1 was $3.4 million, or $0.14 per diluted
share in 2014, compared to adjusted net loss applicable
to common shareholders of $3.4 million, or $0.15 per
diluted share in 2013.
As detailed below, the Chemical Business delivered
growth in sales and adjusted operating income1
reflecting higher on-stream rates at our Pryor and
Cherokee facilities, and the greater absorption of fixed
overhead. The Climate Control Business delivered
solid performance, considering the loss of Carrier as a
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customer for our heat pump products. Although the
year started slowly, orders rebounded in the second half
of the year, resulting in strong year-over-year backlog
improvement as of December 31, 2014.
We ended the year in a strong financial position. Cash,
including restricted cash and investments classified as
non-current, as of December 31, 2014 was $272.6
million. Total debt at December 31, 2014, was $457.3
million, down slightly from $463.0 million the previous
year and comprised primarily of $425 million of
7.75% senior secured notes issued in August 2013
to fund our expansion projects at El Dorado. At year
end, shareholders’ equity was $434.0 million, up from
$411.7 million one year earlier.
Chemical Business Operational Review
While the Chemical Business full year adjusted
operating results improved over 2013, our 2014
performance was impacted by unplanned downtime at
our Pryor facility resulting in that facility not operating
for most of the first quarter. In addition to that, an
extended turnaround and subsequent unplanned
downtime at our Cherokee facility, both of which
occurred in the second half of the year, impacted
our 2014 performance. Lower selling prices for our
agricultural products and higher overall feedstock
costs also impacted results. Meanwhile, we believe our
efforts of the past two years to improve the reliability
of our Chemical operations and enhance management
accountability are beginning to bear fruit, including:
• Pryor is operating in the best condition since the
Company brought the facility online with full
year 2014 ammonia production, nearly double the
volume it produced in 2013. Facility reliability
improvements at Pryor include new senior
management, additional engineering support,
extensive monitoring and control equipment,
remanufacture or replacement of certain key pieces
of equipment, and use of industry expert consultants.
1 Adjusted operating income and adjusted net income represent operating income and net income excluding the benefit of insurance recoveries in both 2014 and 2013, excluding the
negative impact of an unrealized loss on forward natural gas purchase commitments in 2014, and for net income, the related income tax provisions for both years.
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• Additional engineering support and extensive
monitoring equipment have been put in place
as part of the Pryor and Cherokee reliability
improvements. The improvements underway
are intended to improve plant on-stream rates
by reducing the risk of unplanned downtime.
• Modifications that were made at our Cherokee
facility during its extended turnaround should
allow that facility to move from an annual
turnaround to a bi-annual turnaround, increasing
the facility’s overall production days.
• The El Dorado expansion project, expected
to reduce costs, increase capacity and enhance
product balance capabilities, is on budget and on
schedule. The significant cost disadvantage that
results from the use of purchased ammonia at El
Dorado (impacting 2014 and 2015 results) will be
alleviated when we complete construction of the
new ammonia plant in 2016.
Lastly, in early 2015, our El Dorado Nitrogen L.P.
subsidiary’s operation at the Bayer MaterialScience
complex in Baytown, TX received the highest
Occupational and Safety Health Administration’s Star
Site award, indicating world-class safety operations.
Chemical Business Outlook
We are confident in our prospects for continued
performance improvement in 2015. We are building
towards a material expansion of profitability beginning
in 2016 when our new capacity at El Dorado is up
and running.
The agricultural market outlook for our Chemicals
Business continues to be favorable and the fundamentals
of our agricultural business remain solid. Planting levels
are expected to remain generally high although slightly
lower than the recent past. Industry expectations are
that approximately 88 million to 89 million acres of
corn will be planted in the spring 2015 season, about
3% less than the previous season.
During 2014, weather shortened the fall ammonia
application season and, as a result, ammonia and UAN
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applications have been strong for the spring 2015
planting season as wholesalers have looked to increase
their inventories. Prices for natural gas, the primary
feedstock of our Pryor and Cherokee facilities, remain
at relatively low levels while market prices for corn
and wheat are slightly lower than a year ago, but yields
per acre have increased and planting continues to be
profitable for farmers.
We continue to make progress in replacing the demand
for our mining products previously associated with our
exclusive supply agreement with Orica International
Pte Ltd, which ended in April 2015. We have signed
contracts with customers in the mining business
that will replace approximately 60% of the volume
previously contracted with Orica. However, we do not
expect our volume of production targeted to the mining
industry will be as high in 2015 as in previous years due
to softening in the coal market and more importantly,
our current cost disadvantage at our El Dorado facility.
This cost disadvantage will end once the construction of
the new ammonia plant is complete.
Looking ahead to the balance of 2015, we are focused
on completing the expansion projects underway at the
El Dorado facility. The nitric acid plant and concentrator
are expected to be up and running during the third
quarter of 2015, providing greater capacity to facilitate
growth and enhance product flexibility. The largest part
of this project, the construction of a new ammonia plant,
and the driver of significant operating improvement, is
expected to begin operating in the first quarter of 2016.
As we move forward, we are committed to improving
the strength of this business’ management team including
the hiring of a President of our Chemical Business to take
the progress we have made to the next level in order to
drive world class on-stream rates, production volume and
safety across all of our chemical facilities.
Climate Control Business Operational Review
Segment backlog at December 31, 2014, of $65 million
was up 63% compared with the 2013 ending backlog
and the highest since pre-recession levels. Bookings
strengthened during the second half of the year,
LSB Industries 2014 Annual Report reaching their highest level since 2008, reflecting an
improving demand environment from our commercial/
institutional end markets.
the Architectural Billings Index indicated growth in 10
out of 12 months and so far in 2015 has continued to
point to growth in non-residential construction.
However, the Climate Control segment experienced
market headwinds primarily, severe weather throughout
the U.S., which resulted in lower order intake at the
end of 2013 and early 2014 negatively impacting sales
in the first half of 2014. This, coupled with reduced
sales following the termination of our agreement to supply
water source and geothermal heat pumps to Carrier
in May 2014, also impacted full year results. We have
intensified our sales and marketing efforts with the
objective of recapturing some of this business through
other distribution channels.
During 2014, we continued to position the Climate
Control Business to generate significant margin
expansion, including:
• Appointing a new President at ClimateMaster,
the segment’s largest business accounting for
approximately two-thirds of segment sales. This
should enhance management oversight and
accountability and lead to improved operating
performance.
• Upgrading and expanding our current product
offerings and addressable markets.
• Implementing LEAN operating improvement
initiatives with the goal of reducing our cost of
sales, eliminating waste, improving processes and
enhancing service quality, to position the Climate
Control Business to generate increased profits in
2015 and beyond.
Climate Control Outlook
Macroeconomic trends for our Climate Control
Business are favorable. According to Dodge Data &
Analytics, the key commercial and institutional sectors
we serve are expected to grow approximately 26%
from 2014 to 2017, which presents significant upside
potential for our Climate Control Business. Dodge also
expects that single-family residential construction starts
will increase 65% from 2014 to 2017. During 2014,
As the vertical end markets that we serve are seeing
increased activity, we are experiencing increasing
order levels. Given that our Climate Control facilities
have ample capacity to meet higher demand levels
with minimal capital investment, the increased
capacity utilization, coupled with our operational
excellence initiatives, should translate into significant
operating leverage resulting in expanding margins
and earnings growth.
Strategic Review, Leadership Enhancements
and Corporate Governance
In April 2014, as part of the Company’s settlement
agreement with our shareholder, Starboard Value LP,
our Board established a Strategic Committee comprised
of four independent directors, two of whom were
appointed by Starboard. The Committee evaluated
potential strategic alternatives to enhance shareholder
value, including, separating the Climate Control Business
from the Chemical Business through a spin-off or
sale; placing some or all of the Company’s Chemical
Business into an MLP structure; and continuing to
execute management’s strategic plan.
Following their thorough review which took place over
nearly a full year and incorporated extensive insight and
input from financial, legal and tax advisors, the Strategic
Committee and LSB’s Board unanimously concluded
that the continued execution of the Company’s existing
strategic plan is in the best interests of the Company
and our shareholders at this time, and that these issues
should be revisited once the El Dorado expansion is
complete.
At our 2014 annual meeting, three new independent
directors were elected adding significant operational and
financial expertise to our Board while increasing
the number of independent directors to 8 out of 10
total directors.
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LSB Industries 2014 Annual Report Lastly, at the end of 2014, LSB announced that
our Chief Operating Officer and President, Barry
Golsen, was appointed as Chief Executive Officer and
President effective January 1, 2015 and that Mark
Behrman would become Chief Financial Officer at our
2015 annual meeting, reflecting the strength of our
management team. We also enhanced leadership across
the organization with new appointments within our
Chemical and Climate Control businesses.
Summing Up
Overall, we believe that our strong financial position
and efforts over the past several years to bolster returns
in both our Chemical and Climate Control businesses
will allow us to continue to capitalize on the improving
market conditions and drive enhanced value for all
shareholders. LSB’s Chemical and Climate Control
end markets generally are favorable with attractive
industry fundamentals, and we anticipate continued
improvement in on-stream rates and production volume
at our Chemical facilities in 2015. Our expansion
projects at El Dorado should lead to significant
incremental operating profit in 2016 and beyond.
As a result of the progress we have made, and expect
to continue to make, in improving the reliability of
our Chemical operations, the incremental returns we
are forecasting from our El Dorado expansion, the
favorable macro outlook and the initiatives underway
in our Climate Control Business, our multi-year
outlook and targets for 2017 call for:
• In our Chemical Business, we anticipate a
compounded annual revenue growth rate from
2014 through 2017 of approximately 12%
and a targeted operating margin in 2017 of
approximately 20%.
• In our Climate Control Business, we anticipate
a compounded annual revenue growth rate
from 2014 through 2017 of approximately
10% and a targeted operating margin in 2017
of approximately 14%.
• This should translate into an EBITDA margin
of approximately 30% in the Chemical Business
and 15% in the Climate Control Business.
Thank you to our shareholders, bondholders, lenders,
customers and suppliers for their continued support
as we work to improve our company. We also want
to thank all LSB employees for their focus and
commitment. We especially want to thank Tony
Shelby for his many years of service and significant
contributions as LSB’s Chief Financial Officer and as a
key member of the team that has built the Company.
As fellow shareholders, our management team and
Board of Directors are acutely focused on executing
strategies aimed at maximizing the returns that our
two businesses are capable of delivering, and we look
forward to sharing the results of our progress with you
in the coming quarters and years.
Sincerely,
Jack E. Golsen
Executive Chairman of the Board CEO & President
Barry H. Golsen
Vice-Chairman of the Board
April 17, 2015
This letter includes certain forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by use of the words “believes”, “expects”, “intends”, “anticipates”, “plans to”,
“estimates”, “projects”, or similar expressions, including, without limitation, improving EBITDA, delivering increasing value to our shareholders, improving financial performance, implementing
improvements, commitments of our Board, benefits of the El Dorado expansion, future prospects, prospects for 2015, improving margins of our Chemical Business, profitability during 2016 and
2017, outlook for our Chemical Business, agricultural activities, production of mining products, completing the expansions within our Chemical Business, operation of the new facilities and
operating profit. Actual results may differ materially from the forward-looking statements as a result of various future events, including without limitation, general economic conditions; weather
conditions; increased competitive pressure, domestic and foreign; changes to federal regulations or adverse regulations; price increases for raw materials; loss of significant customers; receipt and
installation of production equipment in a timely manner; problems with production equipment; and the various factors described in the “Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements”
and the “Risk Factors” contained in the 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014 included with this letter. These forward looking statements speak only as of the date of this letter.
EBITDA is defined as net income plus interest expense, depreciation, depletion and amortization of property plant and equipment, amortization of other assets, less interest included in amor-
tization, plus provision for income taxes plus loss from discontinued operations. The Company believes that certain investors consider EBITDA a useful means of measuring our ability to meet
the Company’s debt service obligations and evaluating the Company’s financial performance. However, EBITDA has limitations and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for
net income, operating income, cash flow from operations or other consolidated income or cash flow data prepared in accordance with EBITDA. The use of this non-GAAP financial measure has
certain limitations as it does not reflect all items of income, or cash flows that affect the Company’s financial performance under GAAP.
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2014 Form 10-K
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UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20549
FORM 10-K
(Mark One)
[X] ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014
or
[ ] TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934
For the transition period from __________ to __________
Commission File Number: 1-7677
LSB INDUSTRIES, INC.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter)
Delaware
(State of Incorporation)
16 South Pennsylvania Avenue
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
73-1015226
(I.R.S. Employer
Identification No.)
73107
(Zip Code)
Registrant's Telephone Number, Including Area Code: (405) 235-4546
Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:
Title of Each Class
Common Stock, Par Value $.10
Preferred Share Purchase Rights
Name of Each Exchange
On Which Registered
New York Stock Exchange
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[X] Yes [ ] No
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[ ] Yes [X] No
Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant (1) has filed all reports required by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange
Act of 1934 during the preceding 12 months (or for the shorter period that the Registrant has had to file the reports), and (2) has
been subject to the filing requirements for the past 90 days.
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Indicate by check mark whether the Registrant has submitted electronically and posted on its corporate Web site, if any, every
Interactive Data File required to be submitted and posted pursuant to Rule 405 of Regulation S-T during the preceding 12 months
(or for such shorter period that the Registrant was required to submit and post such files).
[X] Yes [ ] No
Indicate by check mark if disclosure of delinquent filers pursuant to Item 405 of Regulation S-K is not contained herein, and will
not be contained, to the best of Registrant's knowledge, in definitive proxy or information statements incorporated by reference
in Part III of this Form 10-K or any amendment to this Form 10-K.
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reporting company. See definitions of “large accelerated filer”, “accelerated filer” and “smaller reporting company” in Rule 12b-
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The aggregate market value of the Registrant’s voting common equity held by non-affiliates of the Registrant, computed by
reference to the price at which the voting common stock was last sold as of June 30, 2014, was approximately $814 million. As
a result, the Registrant is a large accelerated filer as of December 31, 2014. For purposes of this computation, shares of the
Registrant’s common stock beneficially owned by each executive officer and director of the Registrant were deemed to be owned
by affiliates of the Registrant as of June 30, 2014. Such determination should not be deemed an admission that such executive
officers and directors of our common stock are, in fact, affiliates of the Registrant or affiliates as of the date of this Form 10-K.
As of February 13, 2015, the Registrant had 22,658,269 shares of common stock outstanding (excluding 4,320,462 shares of
common stock held as treasury stock).
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Item 1.
Business
Item 1A.
Risk Factors
Item 1B.
Unresolved Staff Comments
Item 2.
Properties
Item 3.
Legal Proceedings
Item 4.
Mine Safety Disclosures
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Market for Registrant’s Common Equity, Related Stockholder Matters and Issuer Purchases of Equity
Securities
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Item 6.
Selected Financial Data
Item 7.
Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations
Item 7A.
Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk
Item 8.
Financial Statements and Supplementary Data
Item 9.
Changes in and Disagreements with Accountants on Accounting and Financial Disclosure
Item 9A.
Controls and Procedures
Item 9B.
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The information required by Part III, shall be incorporated by reference from our definitive proxy
statement to be filed pursuant to Regulation 14A which involves the election of directors that we expect
to be filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission not later than 120 days after the end of its
2014 fiscal year covered by this report.
Item 15.
Exhibits and Financial Statement Schedules
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PART IV
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ITEM 1. BUSINESS
General
PART I
LSB Industries, Inc. (“LSB” or “Registrant”) was formed in 1968 as an Oklahoma corporation and became a Delaware
corporation in 1977. LSB is a diversified holding company involved in manufacturing and marketing operations through its
subsidiaries. LSB and its wholly-owned subsidiaries (the “Company”, “We”, “Us”, or “Our”) own the following core businesses:
Chemical Business manufactures and sells nitrogen-based chemical products for the agricultural, industrial, and mining
markets it produces from four facilities located in El Dorado, Arkansas; Cherokee, Alabama; Pryor, Oklahoma; and
Baytown, Texas.
Climate Control Business manufactures and sells a broad range of HVAC products that include water source and geothermal
heat pumps, hydronic fan coils, large custom air handlers, modular geothermal and other chillers, and other related products
and services. These products are primarily used in commercial/institutional and residential new buildings construction,
renovation of existing buildings and replacement of existing systems. Our Climate Control Business manufactures and
distributes its products from seven facilities located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Our Reportable Business Segments
Chemical Business
General
Our Chemical Business supplies chemical products to some of the world’s leading chemical and industrial companies. Focusing
on specific geographic areas, we utilize freight and distribution advantages over many of our competitors. We also believe our
Chemical Business has established leading regional market positions.
We sell most of our industrial and mining products to customers pursuant to sales contracts and/or pricing arrangements on terms
that include the cost of raw material feedstock as a pass through component in the sales price. These contractual sales stabilize
the effect of commodity cost changes and fluctuations in demand for these products due to the cyclicality of the end markets.
Although we periodically enter into forward sales commitments for agricultural products, we sell most of our agricultural
products at the current spot market price in effect at time of shipment.
Our Chemical Business manufactures products for three principal markets:
ammonia, fertilizer grade AN, UAN, and AN ammonia solution for agricultural applications,
high purity and commercial grade ammonia, high purity AN, sulfuric acids, concentrated, blended and regular nitric
acid, mixed nitrating acids, carbon dioxide, and DEF for industrial applications, and
industrial grade AN and solutions for the mining industry.
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The following table summarizes net sales information relating to our products of the Chemical Business:
(1) Less than 1% in 2012
Market Conditions - Chemical Business
As discussed in more detail under “Key Industry Factors” of the MD&A contained in this report, agricultural fertilizer demand
drives our volumes which demand depends upon acres planted of crops requiring fertilizer to enhance yield. The 2014 corn crop,
produced record production and yields per acre and resulted in significantly higher year-end stock to use ratios. That is we
believe, likely to result in fewer acres planted during 2015, with current estimates at between 88 – 89 million acres compared to
91.5 million last year. As a result and notwithstanding the estimated lower planted acres, the fundamentals continue to be positive
for nitrogen fertilizers that are necessary to enhance the yield per acre for most major crops. Natural gas is the basic feedstock
for the production of ammonia. Due to the natural gas cost advantage, North America is the low cost producer of ammonia.
Based upon most estimates, including Blue Johnson & Associates, Inc., the U.S. imports approximately 35% of its annual
ammonia consumption. However, the fertilizer outlook could change as the result of, among other things, changes in domestic
fertilizer production capacity, acres planted of crops, weather conditions, commodity prices, and volume of imported agricultural
products. The industrial and mining volumes are driven by general economic conditions, energy prices, and contractual
arrangements with certain large customers.
One additional factor that is expected to effect the overall nitrogen market is the number of announced nitrogen expansion projects
in the U.S, which construction is currently underway. These expansion projects are expected to produce in total approximately
5 million tons of ammonia annually. All of these projects are currently scheduled to begin producing ammonia and other
upgraded nitrogen products by the end of 2017. In addition, there are a number of other announced projects where there has
been no construction activity. The amount and timing of additional nitrogen capacity is expected to have an impact on prices of
nitrogen-based products in the future.
Agricultural Products
Our Chemical Business produces UAN, agricultural grade AN, and ammonia, all of which are nitrogen-based fertilizers. Farmers
and ranchers decide which type of nitrogen-based fertilizer to apply based on the crop planted, soil and weather conditions,
regional farming practices and relative nitrogen fertilizer prices. Our agricultural markets include a high concentration of
pastureland and row crops, which favor our products. We sell these agricultural products to farmers, ranchers, fertilizer dealers
and distributors primarily in the ranch land and grain production markets in the U.S. We develop our market position in these
areas by emphasizing high quality products, customer service and technical advice. During the past few years, we have been
successful in expanding outside our traditional markets by barging to distributors on the Tennessee and Ohio rivers, and by railing
into certain Western States.
Our agricultural business establishes long-term relationships with wholesale agricultural distributors and retailers and also sells
directly to agricultural end-users through our network of 11 wholesale and retail distribution centers. In addition, our Chemical
Business has an agreement with a third-party purchaser to buy, at market prices, substantially all of the UAN produced at the
Pryor Facility. The term of the agreement runs through June 2016, but may be terminated earlier by either party pursuant to the
terms of the agreement.
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201420132012Percentage of net sales of the Chemical Business:Agricultural products47 %44 %46 %Industrial acids and other chemical products35 %37 %34 %Mining products15 %17 %20 %Other (1)3 %2 %- %100 %100 %100 %Percentage of LSB's consolidated net sales:Agricultural products29 %25 %29 %Industrial acids and other chemical products 22 %21 %21 %Mining products9 %9 %13 %Other (1)2 %1 %- %62 %56 %63 %
Industrial Acids and Other Chemical Products
Our Chemical Business manufactures and sells industrial acids and other chemical products primarily to the polyurethane, paper,
fibers, emission control, and electronics industries. In addition, our Chemical Business produces and sells blended and regular
nitric acid. Our Chemical Business is also a specialty market supplier of industrial and high purity ammonia for many specialty
applications, including the reduction of air emissions from power plants.
We believe our Baytown Facility is one of the newest, largest and most technologically advanced nitric acid manufacturing units
in the U.S., with demonstrated capacity of approximately 1,400 short tons per day. The majority of the Baytown Facility’s
production is sold to Bayer MaterialScience, LLC pursuant to a long-term contract that provides for a pass-through of certain
costs, including the ammonia costs, plus a fixed dollar profit. The term of the Bayer Agreement runs until June 2021 with options
for renewal with Bayer’s consent.
Our industrial business competes based upon service, price and location of production and distribution sites, product quality and
performance and provides inventory management as part of the value-added services offered to certain customers.
Mining Products
Our mining business manufactures industrial grade AN and 83% AN solution for the mining industry. Pursuant to a long-term
cost-plus supply agreement, EDC supplies Orica International Pte Ltd with an annual minimum of 240,000 tons of industrial
grade AN produced at our El Dorado Facility. The agreement includes a provision for Orica to pay for fixed overhead costs and
gross profit on the portion of the annual minimum of the product not taken. The agreement also includes an exclusivity
arrangement that provides that EDC will not sell industrial grade AN to the commercial explosives market in the U.S. during the
term of the agreement and that Orica will market EDC’s industrial grade AN to the U.S. commercial explosives market in North
America during the term of the agreement. The agreement provides that it may be terminated by one of the parties giving the
other a one-year written notice that the agreement will not be renewed. On March 31, 2014, EDC sent to Orica the required one-
year notice that EDC will not renew the agreement on or after April 9, 2015.
The following summarizes net sales to Orica:
For 2014, 2013 and 2012, net sales to Orica above included approximately $15 million, $12 million and $7 million, respectively,
for fixed overhead costs and gross profit for tons not taken by Orica, pursuant to the terms of the agreement.
When the term of the supply agreement with Orica ends in April 2015, our El Dorado Facility plans to commence sales of
industrial grade AN to the commercial explosives market. Currently, we have executed sales contracts to supply approximately
60% of the annual 240,000 tons of AN previously committed to Orica, and we are pursuing similar agreements for the balance
of the volume.
Raw Materials - Chemical Business
The products our Chemical Business manufactures are primarily derived from the following raw material feedstocks: ammonia,
natural gas and sulfur. These raw material feedstocks are commodities, subject to price fluctuations.
Purchased ammonia is the raw material feedstock for all of the El Dorado Facility’s production of nitrogen products. Although
ammonia is produced from natural gas, the price does not necessarily follow the spot price of natural gas in the U.S. Ammonia
is an internationally traded commodity and the relative price is set in the world market while natural gas is primarily a
domestically traded commodity. The ammonia supply to the El Dorado Facility is transported from the Gulf of Mexico by
pipeline. Under an agreement with its principal supplier of ammonia, EDC will purchase a majority of its ammonia requirements
through December 2015 from this supplier. We believe that we can obtain ammonia from other sources in the event of an
interruption of service under the above-referenced contract.
We are in the process of expanding our nitrogen fertilizer operations at the El Dorado facility with the addition of a 1,150 ton
per day or approximately 375,000 tons per year ammonia plant, which we believe under normal conditions will allow us to
produce enough ammonia to eliminate our external ammonia purchase requirements and provide us with approximately 155,000
tons per year of additional ammonia available for sale or to upgrade into other products. This expansion is anticipated to be
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201420132012Net sales to Orica as a percentage of:Net sales of the Chemical Business9%11%14%LSB's consolidated net sales5%6%9%
operational in early 2016. Once the expansion is complete, our annual natural gas requirements for this facility will be
approximately 13 million MMBtu of natural gas per year.
Natural gas is the primary raw material for producing ammonia, UAN and other products at the Cherokee and Pryor Facilities.
Under normal circumstances when running at a full year production schedule, the Cherokee Facility would purchase
approximately 6 million MMBtu of natural gas per year in order to produce approximately 175,000 tons of ammonia and the
Pryor Facility would purchase approximately 7 million MMBtu of natural gas to produce approximately 215,000 tons of
ammonia.
The Cherokee and Pryor Facilities’ natural gas feedstock requirements are generally purchased at spot market price. Periodically,
we enter into firm purchase commitments and/or futures/forward contracts to economically hedge the cost of certain of the natural
gas requirements.
The Baytown Facility normally consumes more than 135,000 tons of purchased ammonia per year. The majority of the Baytown
Facility’s production is sold under the Bayer Agreement that provides for a pass-through of certain costs, including the ammonia
costs.
In addition, a subsidiary within our Chemical Business owns certain natural gas working interests in certain natural gas properties
located in the Marcellus Shale Formation in the state of Pennsylvania. Since our Chemical Business purchases a significant
amount of natural gas as a feedstock for the production of ammonia, management considers these working interests as an
economic hedge against a potential rise in natural gas prices. We report the working interests as part of the Chemical Business
reportable segment.
See further discussion relating to the outlook for the Chemical Business under “Key Industry Factors” in our MD&A contained
in this report.
Strategy - Chemical Business
Our Chemical Business pursues a strategy of balancing the sale of product as fertilizer into the agriculture markets at spot prices
and developing industrial and mining customers that purchase substantial quantities of products, primarily under contractual
obligations and/or pricing arrangements that provide for the pass through of raw material and other manufacturing costs. We
believe that this product and market diversification strategy allows us to have consistent levels of production and help mitigate
the volatility risk inherent in the raw material feedstocks prices and/or the changes in demand for our products. For 2014,
approximately 50% of the Chemical Business’ sales were into industrial and mining markets of which approximately 56% of
these sales were pursuant to these types of arrangements and approximately 47% of our 2014 sales were into agricultural markets
primarily at the price in effect at time of sale.
The strategy of developing the industrial and mining customers is to moderate the risk inherent in the agricultural markets. This
strategy was developed to balance the inherent risk of our uncertain spot sales prices of our agricultural products that may not
have a correlation to the ammonia and natural gas feedstock costs but rather reflect market conditions for like and competing
nitrogen sources. This lack of correlation can compromise our ability to recover our full cost to produce the product in this
market. Additionally, the lack of sufficient non-seasonal sales volume to operate our manufacturing facilities at optimum levels
can preclude the Chemical Business from reaching full performance potential. Looking forward, we are pursuing profitable
growth of our Chemical Business including the potential to increase the output of our existing production facilities and to increase
our production capacity. See further discussion under “Capital Expenditures” of our MD&A contained in this report. Our
strategy calls for continued emphasis on the agricultural sector, while remaining committed to further developing industrial
customers who assume the volatility risk associated with the raw material costs and mitigate the effects of seasonality in the
agricultural sector.
Our strategy also includes evaluating investment in expansion projects that we believe will generate the best returns for our
stockholders taking into consideration the risk and return on investment. This strategy motivated our decision to build the
ammonia plant at the El Dorado Facility and construct a new nitric acid plant and concentrator at the El Dorado Facility. We
believe that upon completion of the ammonia plant and the nitric acid plant and concentrator, the El Dorado Facility will benefit
from reduced feedstock costs, expanded capacity, improved efficiency and enhanced product mix flexibility.
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Seasonality - Chemical Business
We believe chemical products sold by our Chemical Business to the agricultural industry are seasonal while sales into the
industrial and mining sectors are not. The selling seasons for agricultural products are primarily during the spring and fall
planting seasons, which typically extend from March through June and from September through November in the geographical
markets in which the majority of our agricultural products are distributed. As a result, our Chemical Business typically increases
its inventory of AN prior to the beginning of each planting season. In addition, the amount and timing of sales to the agricultural
markets depend upon weather conditions and other circumstances beyond our control.
Regulatory Matters - Chemical Business
Our Chemical Business is subject to extensive federal, state and local environmental laws, rules and regulations as discussed
under “Environmental, Health and Safety Matters" of this Item 1 and various risk factors under Item 1A.
Competition - Chemical Business
Our Chemical Business competes with several chemical companies in our markets, such as Agrium, CF Industries, Chemtrade
Logistics, CVR Partners, Rentech Nitrogen Partners, OCI Partners, Cytec, Dyno Nobel, Gavilon Fertilizer, Helm, Koch,
Norfalco, Potash Corporation of Saskatchewan, Praxair, Quad Chemical, Trammo and Yara International (some of whom are
our customers), many of whom have greater financial and other resources than we do. We believe that competition within the
markets served by our Chemical Business is primarily based upon service, price, location of production and distribution sites,
and product quality and performance.
Climate Control Business
General
Our Climate Control Business manufactures and sells a broad range of standard and custom designed water source and
geothermal heat pumps and hydronic fan coils as well as large custom air handlers and modular chiller systems, including
modular geothermal chillers and simultaneous heating and cooling modules.
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commercial/institutional and residential HVAC systems. Our products are installed in some of the most recognizable
commercial/institutional developments in the U.S., including the Prudential Tower, Rockefeller Plaza, Trump Tower, Time
Warner Center and many others. In addition, we have a significant presence in the lodging sector with installations in numerous
Hyatt, Marriott, Four Seasons, Starwood, Ritz Carlton, Wynn, and Hilton hotels, among others.
These products are for use
We believe our Climate Control Business has developed leadership positions in certain product categories by offering extensive
product lines and customized products focusing on higher efficiency and “green” technologies. We believe we have developed
the most extensive line of water source and geothermal heat pumps and hydronic fan coils in the U.S. and that we are a pioneer
in the use of geothermal technology, one of the most energy efficient climate control systems commercially available today.
Employing highly flexible production capabilities, we produce custom design units for new construction as well as the retrofit
and replacement markets. This flexibility positions us for growth in commercial/institutional and residential construction markets
as those markets continue to recover over the next several years.
Our geothermal heating and air conditioning products are considered “green” technology and a form of renewable energy. We
believe our geothermal systems are among the most energy efficient systems available in the market for heating and cooling
applications in commercial/institutional and single family new construction as well as replacement and renovation markets.
Based upon market data supplied by the AHRI, we believe we continue to maintain a market share leadership position in this
sector of the market.
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The following table summarizes net sales information relating to our products of the Climate Control Business:
Market Conditions - Climate Control Business
As discussed in more detail below in the MD&A contained in this report, information available from the CMFS indicates that
construction activity for the primary markets we serve in the commercial/industrial sector are poised for a recovery and are
heading back to pre-recession levels. The CMFS forecast has also indicated construction growth in the single-family
residential sector for 2015 (measured in new housing units), remaining significantly below pre-recession levels.
In addition, tax credits and incentives contained in the American Reinvestment Recovery Act of 2009, have and could continue
to stimulate sales of our geothermal heat pump products, as well as other “green” products through 2016.
Water Source and Geothermal Heat Pumps
Our Climate Control Business is a leading provider of water source and geothermal heat pumps to the commercial/institutional
construction and renovation markets in the U.S.
Water source heat pumps are highly efficient heating and cooling products, which can enable individual room climate control
through the transfer of heat using a water pipe system connected to a centralized cooling tower or heat injector. Water source
heat pumps enjoy a broad range of commercial/institutional applications, particularly in medium to large sized buildings with
many small, individually controlled spaces. We believe the market share for commercial/institutional water source heat pumps
should continue to grow due to their higher efficiency and longevity, relative to other types of heating and air conditioning
systems, whether for new construction, renovation or replacement purposes.
We also provide geothermal heat pumps in residential and commercial/institutional applications. Geothermal systems, which
circulate water or a combination of water and antifreeze through an underground heat exchanger, are considered to be the most
energy efficient systems currently available in the market. We believe the energy efficiency and longer life of geothermal
systems, as compared with other systems, as well as tax incentives that are available to homeowners and businesses when
installing geothermal systems, will increase demand for our geothermal products. Our products are sold to the
commercial/institutional markets, as well as single and multi-family residential new construction, renovation and replacements.
Hydronic Fan Coils
We believe that our Climate Control Business is a leading provider of hydronic fan coils targeting commercial and institutional
markets including hospitality, education and multi-family sectors. Hydronic fan coils use heated or chilled water provided by a
centralized chiller and/or boiler, through a water pipe system, to condition the air and allow individual room control. Hydronic
fan coil systems are quieter, have longer lives and lower maintenance costs than other comparable systems used where individual
room control is required. Hydronic fan coils are effective in medium to large sized buildings with many small, individually
controlled spaces.
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201420132012Percentage of net sales of the Climate Control Business:Water source and geothermal heat pumps64%64%61%Hydronic fan coils23%23%21%Other HVAC products13%13%18%100%100%100%Percentage of LSB's consolidated net sales:Water source and geothermal heat pumps23%27%22%Hydronic fan coils8%10%7%Other HVAC products5%5%6%36%42%35%
Production and Backlog - Climate Control Business
We manufacture our products in many sizes and configurations, as required by the purchaser, to fit the space and capacity
requirements of hotels, motels, schools, hospitals, apartment buildings, office buildings and other commercial/institutional or
residential structures.
Most customers place their product orders well in advance of required delivery dates. The backlog of confirmed customer product
orders are discussed under “Key Operational Factors – Climate Control Business” of the MD&A contained in this report.
Distribution - Climate Control Business
Our Climate Control Business sells its products primarily to mechanical contractors, distributors and OEMs. Our commercial
sales to mechanical contractors primarily occur through independent manufacturers' representatives, who also represent
complementary product lines not manufactured by us. Our residential sales are primarily made through distributors. OEMs
generally consist of other air conditioning and heating equipment manufacturers who resell under their own brand name the
products purchased from our Climate Control Business.
Markets - Climate Control Business
Our Climate Control Business market includes commercial/institutional and residential new building construction, renovation of
existing buildings and replacement of existing systems. In the commercial/institutional markets, the largest vertical markets that
we focus on, include education, multi-family residential, hospitality, retail and healthcare.
Raw Materials and Components - Climate Control Business
Numerous domestic and foreign sources exist for the materials and components used by our Climate Control Business, which
include compressors, copper, steel, electric motors, valves and aluminum. Periodically, our Climate Control Business enters into
futures contracts to purchase copper. We do not anticipate any difficulties in obtaining necessary materials and components for
our Climate Control Business. Although we believe we will be able to pass to our customers the majority of any cost increases
in the form of higher prices, the timing of these price increases could lag the increases in the cost of materials and components.
While we believe we will have sufficient sources for materials and components, a shortage could impact production of our
Climate Control products.
Competition - Climate Control Business
Our Climate Control Business competes with several companies, primarily Carrier (United Technologies Corporation), Nortek,
Trane (Ingersoll-Rand Public Limited Company), Bosch, Haakon, McQuay (Daikin Industries, Ltd.) and Energy Labs, some of
whom are also our customers. Some of our competitors serve other markets and have greater financial and other resources than
we do. We believe our Climate Control Business manufactures a broader line of geothermal and water source heat pump and
fan coil products than any other manufacturer in the U.S. and that we are competitive as to price, service, warranty and product
performance.
Strategy - Climate Control Business
Our strategy in our Climate Control Business is to continue to launch new products and product upgrades in an effort to maintain
and increase our current market position and to establish a presence in new markets. Further, our plan to drive growth in our
Climate Control Business includes:
focusing on obtaining deeper penetration in certain vertical markets;
continuing to develop the market for geothermal products, as well as products for green and energy-efficient
construction retrofit;
continuing to focus on a lean initiative program that will create operating efficiencies and reduce our production costs;
and
making strategic acquisitions that add complimentary products, scale to existing products or broaden geographic
capabilities
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Additional Segment Information and Foreign and Domestic Operations and Export Sales
Schedules of the amounts of net sales, gross profit, operating income and identifiable assets attributable to each of our lines of
business and of the amount of our export sales in the aggregate and by major geographic area for each of the last three years
appear in Note 17 of the Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included elsewhere in this report.
Employees
As of December 31, 2014, we employed 1,949 persons. As of that date, our Chemical Business employed 545 persons, with 166
represented by unions under agreements that expire in November of 2016 through October of 2018, and our Climate Control
Business employed 1,309 persons, none of whom were represented by a union.
Environmental, Health and Safety Matters
Our facilities and operations are subject to numerous federal, state and local environmental laws and to other laws regarding
health and safety matters. In particular, the manufacture, production and distribution of products by our Chemical Business are
activities that entail environmental and public health risks and impose obligations under the Environmental Laws and the Health
Laws, many of which provide for certain performance obligations, substantial fines and criminal sanctions for violations. There
can be no assurance that we will not incur material costs or liabilities in complying with such laws or in paying fines or penalties
for violation of such laws. The Environmental Laws and Health Laws and enforcement policies thereunder have in the past
resulted, and could in the future result, in significant compliance expenses, cleanup costs (for our sites or third-party sites where
our wastes were disposed of), penalties or other liabilities relating to the handling, manufacture, use, emission, discharge or
disposal of hazardous or toxic materials at or from our facilities or the use or disposal of certain of its chemical products.
Historically, significant expenditures have been incurred by subsidiaries within our Chemical Business in order to comply with
the Environmental Laws and Health Laws and are reasonably expected to be incurred in the future. We will also be obligated to
manage certain discharge water outlets and monitor groundwater contaminants at our Chemical Business facilities should we
discontinue the operations of a facility. We do not operate the natural gas wells where we own an interest and compliance with
Environmental Laws and Health Laws is controlled by others, with our Chemical Business being responsible for its proportionate
share of the costs involved.
Website Access to Company's Reports
Our internet website address is www.lsbindustries.com. Our annual reports on Form 10-K, quarterly reports on Form 10-Q,
current reports on Form 8-K, and amendments to those reports filed or furnished pursuant to section 13(a) or 15(d) of the
Exchange Act are available free of charge through our website within a reasonable amount of time after they are electronically
filed with, or furnished to, the SEC.
ITEM 1A. RISK FACTORS
Risks Related to Our Business and Industry
Our Chemical and Climate Control Businesses and their customers are sensitive to adverse economic cycles.
Our Chemical Business can be affected by cyclical factors such as inflation, global energy policy and costs, global market
conditions and economic downturns in specific industries. Certain sales of our Chemical Business are sensitive to the level of
activity in the agricultural, mining, automotive and housing industries. A substantial decline in the activity of our Chemical
Business has in the past, and could in the future, have a material adverse effect on the results of our Chemical Business and on
our liquidity and capital resources. Further, material economic changes that adversely affect our natural gas working interests or
lower natural gas prices may require us to write down the carrying value of our natural gas working interests. Therefore, these
changes in our Chemical Business could adversely impact our operating results, liquidity and financial condition.
Our Climate Control Business also can be affected by cyclical factors, such as interest rates, inflation and economic downturns.
Our Climate Control Business depends on sales to customers in the construction and renovation industries, which are particularly
sensitive to these factors. A decline in the economic activity in the U.S. has in the past, and could in the future, have a material
adverse effect on us and our customers in the construction and renovation industries in which our Climate Control Business sells
a substantial amount of its products. Such a decline could result in a decrease in revenues and profits, and an increase in bad
debts that could have a material adverse effect on our operating results, financial condition and liquidity.
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Weather conditions adversely affect our Chemical Business.
The agricultural products produced and sold by our Chemical Business have been in the past, and could be in the future, materially
affected by adverse weather conditions (such as excessive rain or drought) in the primary markets for our fertilizer and related
agricultural products. If any of these unusual weather events occur during the primary seasons for sales of our agricultural
products (March-June and September-November), this could have a material adverse effect on the agricultural sales of our
Chemical Business and our financial condition and results of operations.
In addition, weather conditions, severe or otherwise, may adversely affect the construction, refurbishment and renovation of
facilities that utilize our Climate Control products resulting in lower product order levels during those periods.
Despite continuing investment to upgrade and replace equipment on an ongoing basis, the age of facilities of our Chemical
Business increases the risk for unplanned downtime which may be significant.
Our Chemical Business is comprised of operating units of various ages and levels of automated control. While we have continued
to make significant annual capital improvements, potential age or control related issues have occurred in the past and may occur
in the future, which could cause damage to the equipment and ancillary facilities. For example, during 2014, certain of our
chemical facilities had planned and unplanned downtime as a result of certain maintenance and equipment issues. As a result,
we have and may continue to experience additional downtime at our chemical facilities in the future.
The equipment required for the manufacture of our chemical products is specialized, and the time for replacement of such
equipment can be lengthy, resulting in extended downtime in the affected unit. Although we utilize various reliability and
inspection programs and maintain a significant inventory of spare equipment, which are intended to mitigate the extent of
production losses, unplanned outages may still occur. As a result, these planned and unplanned downtime events at our chemical
facilities have in the past and could in the future adversely impact our operating results, liquidity and financial condition.
Current and future legislative or regulatory requirements impacting our Chemical Business may result in increased costs
and decreased revenues, cash flows and liquidity or could have other negative impacts on our Chemical Business.
Our businesses are subject to numerous health, safety, security and environmental laws and regulations, primarily relating to our
Chemical Business. The manufacture and distribution of chemical products are activities which entail health, safety and
environmental risks and impose obligations under health, safety and environmental laws and regulations, many of which provide
for substantial fines and potential criminal sanctions for violations. Although we believe we have established processes to
monitor, review and manage our businesses to comply with the numerous health, safety and environmental laws and regulations,
our Chemical Business has in the past, and may in the future, be subject to fines, penalties and sanctions for violations and
substantial expenditures for cleanup costs and other liabilities relating to the handling, manufacture, use, emission, discharge or
disposal of effluents at or from the Chemical Business’ facilities. Further, a number of our Chemical Business’ facilities are
dependent on environmental permits to operate, the loss or modification of which could have a material adverse effect on their
operations and our financial condition.
Changes to the production equipment at our chemical facilities as may be required in order to comply with health, safety and
environmental regulations may require substantial capital expenditures.
Explosions and/or losses at other chemical facilities not owned by us (such as the explosion in West, Texas) could also result in
new or additional legislation or regulatory changes, particularly relating to public health, safety or any of the products
manufactured and/or sold by our Chemical Business or the inability on the part of our Chemical Business’ customers to obtain
or maintain insurance as to certain products manufactured and/or sold by our Chemical Business, which could have a negative
impact on the revenues, cash flow and/or liquidity of our Chemical Business.
In summary, new or changed laws and regulations or the inability of the customers of our Chemical Business to obtain or maintain
insurance in connection with any of our chemical products could have an adverse effect on our operating results, liquidity and
financial condition.
We may be required to modify or expand our operating, sales and reporting procedures and install additional equipment
for our Chemical Business in order to comply with current and possible future government regulations.
The chemical industry in general, and producers and distributors of ammonia and AN specifically, are scrutinized by the
government, industry and public on security issues. Under current and proposed regulations, we may be required to incur
substantial additional costs relating to security at our chemical facilities and distribution centers, as well as in the transportation
of our products. These costs could have a material impact on our financial condition, results of operations, and liquidity. The
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cost of such regulatory changes, if significant enough, could lead some of our customers to choose alternate products to ammonia
and AN, which would have a significant impact on our Chemical Business.
In order to comply with the “Secure Handling of Ammonium Nitrate Act of 2007” as enacted by the U.S. Congress, the U.S.
Department of Homeland Security has published a notice of the proposed rulemaking. This regulation proposes to require sellers,
buyers, their agents and transporters of solid AN and certain solid mixtures containing AN to possess a valid registration issued
by DHS, keep certain records, report the theft or unexplained loss of regulated materials and certain other new requirements. We
and other parties affected by this proposal have submitted appropriate comments to DHS regarding the proposed regulation.
Depending on the provisions of the final regulation to be promulgated by DHS and on our ability to pass these costs to our
customers, these requirements may have a negative effect on the profitability of our AN business and may result in fewer
distributors who are willing to handle the product. It is reasonably possible that compliance with the final regulation may be
required during 2015 based on comments from the DHS.
On August 1, 2013, the Obama Administration issued an order addressing the safety and security of chemical facilities in response
to recent incidents involving chemicals such as the April 2013 explosion at West, Texas. The Obama Administration is directing
federal agencies to enhance existing regulations and make recommendations to the U.S. Congress to develop new laws that may
affect our Chemical Business. U.S. regulators including the DHS, the EPA, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration
and other Federal organizations, have issued to the requests for information, clarifications and other documents in response to
the Executive Order.
Proposed governmental laws and regulations relating to greenhouse gas emissions may subject certain of our Chemical
Business’ facilities to significant new costs and restrictions on their operations and reduction in sales.
The manufacturing facilities within our Chemical Business use significant amounts of electricity, natural gas and other raw
materials necessary for the production of their chemical products that result, or could result, in certain greenhouse gas emissions
into the environment. Federal and state courts and administrative agencies, including the EPA, are considering the scope and
scale of greenhouse gas emission regulation. Legislation is being considered that would regulate greenhouse gas emissions at
some point in the future for our facilities and has already impacted certain of our customers leading to closure or rate reductions
of certain facilities. The EPA has instituted a mandatory greenhouse gas reporting requirement that began in 2010, which impacts
all of our chemical manufacturing sites. Greenhouse gas regulation could increase the price of the electricity and other energy
sources purchased by our chemical facilities; increase costs for natural gas and other raw materials (such as ammonia); potentially
restrict access to or the use of certain raw materials necessary to produce our chemical products; and require us to incur substantial
expenditures to retrofit our chemical facilities to comply with the proposed new laws and regulations regulating greenhouse gas
emissions, if adopted. Federal, state and local governments may also pass laws mandating the use of alternative energy sources,
such as wind power and solar energy, which may increase the cost of energy use in certain of our chemical and other
manufacturing operations. As it relates to our Chemical Business’ working interest in natural gas properties, legislative and
regulatory proposals for restricting greenhouse gas emissions or otherwise addressing climate change could require our Chemical
Business to incur additional operating costs and could adversely affect demand for the natural gas that the operator of these wells
intends to sell. While future emission regulations or new laws appear possible, it is difficult to predict how these regulations, if
and when adopted, will affect our businesses, operations, liquidity or financial results.
There is intense competition in the Climate Control and Chemical industries.
Substantially all of the markets in which we participate are highly competitive with respect to product quality, price, design
innovations, distribution, service, warranties, reliability and efficiency. We compete with a number of companies, domestic and
foreign, that have greater financial, marketing and other resources. Competitive factors could require us to reduce prices or
increase spending on product development, marketing and sales that would have a material adverse effect on our business, results
of operation and financial condition.
Specific to the Chemical business we compete with a number of U.S. producers and producers in other countries, including state-
owned and government-subsidized entities. Some competitors have greater total resources and are less dependent on earnings
from chemical sales, which makes them less vulnerable to industry downturns and better positioned to pursue new expansion
and development opportunities. Our competitive position could suffer to the extent we are not able to expand our own resources
sufficiently either through investments in new or existing operations or through acquisitions, joint ventures or partnerships. An
inability to compete successfully could result in the loss of customers, which could adversely affect our sales and profitability.
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A substantial portion of our sales is dependent upon a limited number of customers.
For 2014, seven customers of our Chemical Business accounted for approximately 30% of its net sales and 19% of our
consolidated net sales. The loss of, or a material reduction in purchase levels by, one or more of these customers could have a
material adverse effect on our business and our results of operations, financial condition and liquidity if we are unable to replace
a customer with other sales on substantially similar terms.
Cost and the lack of availability of raw materials could materially affect our profitability and liquidity.
Our sales and profits are heavily affected by the costs and availability of primary raw materials. These primary raw materials
are subject to considerable price volatility. Historically, when there have been rapid increases in the cost of these primary raw
materials, we have sometimes been unable to timely increase our sales prices to cover all of the higher costs incurred. While we
periodically enter into futures/forward contracts to economically hedge against price increases in certain of these raw materials,
there can be no assurance that we will effectively manage against price fluctuations in those raw materials.
Since we source certain of our raw materials and components on a global basis, we may experience long lead times in procuring
those raw materials and components purchased overseas, as well as being subject to tariff controls and other international trade
barriers, which may increase the uncertainty of raw material and component availability and pricing volatility.
Anhydrous ammonia, natural gas and sulfur represent the primary raw material feedstocks in the production of most of the
products of the Chemical Business. Although our Chemical Business enters into contracts with certain customers that provide
for the pass-through of raw material costs, we have a substantial amount of sales that do not provide for the pass-through of raw
material costs. Also the spot sales prices of our agricultural products may not have a correlation to the ammonia and natural gas
feedstock costs but rather reflect market conditions for like and competing nitrogen sources. This lack of correlation can
compromise our ability to recover our full cost to produce the product in this market. In addition, the Climate Control Business
depends on raw materials such as copper and steel, which have shown considerable price volatility. As a result, in the future, we
may not be able to pass along to all of our customers the full amount of any increases in raw material costs. There can be no
assurance that future price fluctuations in our raw materials will not have an adverse effect on our financial condition, liquidity
and results of operations.
As stated above, natural gas represents one of the primary raw materials in the production of our Chemical Business’ products,
and, as a result, we acquired natural gas working interests as an economic hedge against rising prices for natural gas. Our natural
gas working interests may not be effective as an economic hedge under certain limited conditions.
We do not operate our natural gas working interest properties and have no, or very limited, ability to exercise influence over
operations of these properties or their associated cost.
Additionally, we depend on certain vendors to deliver the primary raw materials and other key components that are required in
the production of our products. Any disruption in the supply of the primary raw materials and other key components could result
in lost production or delayed shipments. We have suspended in the past, and could suspend in the future, production at our
chemical facilities due to, among other things, the high cost or lack of availability of such primary raw materials, which could
adversely impact our competitiveness in the markets we serve. Accordingly, our financial condition, liquidity and results of
operations could be materially affected in the future by the lack of availability of primary raw materials and other key components
and increase costs relating to the purchase of raw materials or the production of our natural gas working interests.
Potential increase of imported agricultural products.
Russia and Ukraine both have substantial capacity to produce and export fertilizer grade AN. Producers in these countries also
benefit from below-market prices for natural gas, due to Government regulation and other factors. Fertilizer grade AN imports
from Russia and Ukraine are currently subject to U.S. antidumping duty orders, which require these imports to be sold in the
U.S. market at a fair value. Currently, imports of fertilizer grade AN from certain Russian producers are subject to an antidumping
duty rate of 254% and all imports of fertilizer grade AN from Ukraine are subject to an antidumping duty rate of 156%. On
November 24, 2014, the Department of Commerce’s International Trade Administration upheld a preliminary review published
by the DOC in May 2014, saying it continues to find that sales of AN to the U.S. “have not been made at prices below normal
value”. As a result of the ruling, dumping margins of zero percent have been assigned to AN imports from certain Russian
producers and exporters. The antidumping orders that exist on the Ukrainian and Russian product in the past have substantially
restrained the volumes of these imports. The decision by the DOC to eliminate the duty rates will likely increase the volumes of
Russian fertilizer grade AN in the U.S., possibly priced below our current cost to produce fertilizer grade AN. In addition,
producers in China have substantial capacity to produce and export urea. Depending on various factors, including prevailing
prices from other exporters, the price of coal, and the price of China’s export tariff, higher volumes of urea from China could be
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imported into the U.S. at prices that have and could have an adverse effect on the selling prices of other nitrogen products,
including the nitrogen products we manufacture and sell.
We may have inadequate insurance.
While we maintain liability, property and business interruption insurance, including certain coverage for environmental
contamination, it is subject to coverage limits and policies may exclude coverage for some types of damages (which may include
warranty claims). Although there may currently be sources from which such coverage may be obtained, it may not continue to
be available to us on commercially reasonable terms or the possible types of liabilities that may be incurred by us may not be
covered by our insurance. In addition, our insurance carriers may not be able to meet their obligations under the policies or the
dollar amount of the liabilities may exceed our policy limits. Even a partially uninsured claim, if successful and of significant
magnitude, could have a material adverse effect on our business, results of operations, financial condition and liquidity.
LSB is a holding company and depends, in large part, on receiving funds from its subsidiaries to fund our indebtedness.
Because LSB is a holding company and operations are conducted through its subsidiaries, LSB’s ability to meet its obligations
depends, in large part, on the operating performance and cash flows of its subsidiaries and the ability of its subsidiaries to make
distributions and pay dividends to LSB.
Our substantial level of indebtedness could limit our financial and operating activities, and adversely affect our
ability to incur additional debt to fund future needs.
We currently have a substantial amount of indebtedness. As a result, this level of indebtedness could, among other things:
require us to dedicate a substantial portion of our cash flow to the payment of principal (primarily relating to 2019)
and interest, thereby reducing the funds available for operations and future business opportunities;
make it more difficult for us to satisfy our obligations, including our repurchase obligations;
limit our ability to borrow additional money if needed for other purposes, including working capital, capital
expenditures, debt service requirements, acquisitions and general corporate or other purposes, on satisfactory
terms or at all;
limit our ability to adjust to changing economic, business and competitive conditions;
place us at a competitive disadvantage with competitors who may have less indebtedness or greater access to
financing;
make us more vulnerable to an increase in interest rates, a downturn in our operating performance or a decline in
general economic conditions; and
make us more susceptible to changes in credit ratings, which could impact our ability to obtain financing in the
future and increase the cost of such financing.
Any of the foregoing could adversely impact our operating results, financial condition, and liquidity.
Loss of key personnel could negatively affect our business.
We believe that our performance has been and will continue to be dependent upon the efforts of our principal executive officers.
We cannot promise that our principal executive officers will continue to be available. Jack E. Golsen has an employment
agreement with us. No other principal executive has an employment agreement with us. The loss of some of our principal
executive officers could have a material adverse effect on us. We believe that our future success will depend in large part on our
continued ability to attract and retain highly skilled and qualified personnel.
Terrorist attacks and other acts of violence or war, and natural disasters (such as hurricanes, pandemic health crisis,
etc.), have negatively impacted and could negatively impact U.S. and foreign companies, the financial markets, the
industries where we operate, our operations and profitability.
Terrorist attacks and natural disasters (such as hurricanes) have in the past negatively impacted, and can in the future negatively
affect our operations. We cannot predict further terrorist attacks and natural disasters in the U.S. and elsewhere. These attacks or
natural disasters have contributed to economic instability in the U.S. and elsewhere, and further acts of terrorism, violence, war
or natural disasters could further affect the industries where we operate, our ability to purchase raw materials, our business,
results of operations and financial condition. In addition, terrorist attacks and natural disasters may directly impact our physical
facilities, especially our chemical facilities, or those of our suppliers or customers and could impact our sales, our production
capability and our ability to deliver products to our customers. In the past, hurricanes affecting the Gulf Coast of the U.S. have
negatively impacted our operations and those of our customers. The consequences of any terrorist attacks or hostilities or natural
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disasters are unpredictable, and we may not be able to foresee events that could have an adverse effect on our operations.
Risks associated with capital projects may prevent the completion of those projects on budget, on schedule or at all.
We are undertaking capital projects and may undertake additional capital projects in the future. Capital projects entail risks,
including, but not limited to:
unanticipated cost increases;
unforeseen engineering or environmental problems;
work stoppages;
weather interference;
unavailability of necessary equipment; and
unavailability of financing on acceptable terms.
Construction, equipment or staffing problems or difficulties in obtaining any of the requisite licenses, easements, permits and
authorizations from regulatory authorities could increase the total cost, delay or prevent the construction or completion of a
capital project.
In addition, a capital project could be negatively impacted if we are required to obtain additional debt or equity financing to
complete a capital project or we are unable to obtain adequate sources of funding, such as the inability to obtain other debt or
equity financing on acceptable terms or at all. Moreover, if we are able to complete a capital project, production levels at our
facilities or general market conditions may not meet our expectations. As a result of these factors, our results of operations,
liquidity and financial condition could be adversely impacted.
Risks generally associated with implementation of an ERP system may adversely affect our business operation and the
effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting.
We have begun to implement an ERP system, which, when completed, will handle the business and financial processes of our
subsidiaries’ operations and our corporate and administrative functions, such as:
facilitating the process of purchasing, manufacturing and distributing inventories;
receiving, processing, and shipping orders on a timely basis,
managing the accuracy of billings and collections for our customers;
processing payments to our suppliers;
managing the accuracy of payroll; and
generating financial transactions, information and reports.
ERP implementations are complex and time-consuming projects that involve substantial expenditures on system software and
implementation activities that can continue for several years. ERP implementations also require transformation of business and
financial processes in order to benefit from a new ERP system. Our results of operations, liquidity and financial condition may
be adversely affected if we experience operating problems and cost overruns during the ERP implementation process or if the
ERP system (and the associated process changes) do not generate the expected benefits. Additionally, if we do not effectively
implement the ERP system as planned or if the system does not operate as intended, it could adversely affect our financial
reporting.
Cyber security risks could adversely affect our business operations.
As we continue to increase our dependence on information technologies to conduct our operations, the risks associated with
cyber security also increase. We rely on our ERP and other information systems, among other things, to manage our
manufacturing, supply chain, accounting and financial functions. This risk not only applies to us, but also to third parties on
whose systems we place significant reliance for the conduct of our business. We have implemented security procedures and
measures in order to protect our information from being vulnerable to theft, loss, damage or interruption from a number of
potential sources or events. Although we believe these measures and procedures are appropriate, we may not have the resources
or technical sophistication to anticipate, prevent, or recover from rapidly evolving types of cyber-attacks. Compromises to our
information systems could have an adverse effect on our results of operations, liquidity and financial condition.
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We are currently effectively controlled by the Golsen Group
Jack E. Golsen, our Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors, members of his immediate family, including Barry H. Golsen,
our CEO and President, entities owned by them and trusts for which they possess voting or dispositive power as trustee owned
as of February 13, 2015, an aggregate of 2,815,064 shares of our common stock and 1,020,000 shares of our voting preferred
stock (1,000,000 of which shares have .875 votes per share, or 875,000 votes), which together votes as a class and represents
approximately 16% of the voting power (prior to conversion of the shares of voting preferred) of our issued and outstanding
voting securities as of that date. The series of preferred represented by the 20,000 shares of voting preferred is convertible into
an aggregate of 666,666 shares of our common stock. Thus, the Golsen Group may be considered to effectively control us. As
a result, the ability of other stockholders to influence our management and policies could be limited.
Our business could be negatively affected as a result of a proxy contest.
We have received a request for our Board of Directors to consider certain proposals as to our business and notice that there may
be a slate of directors proposed in opposition to the three directors that are up for election at our 2015 Annual Meeting of
Shareholders and that would be nominated by our Board of Directors. Our business, operating results, liquidity or financial
condition have been and could continue to be adversely affected by the proposals and a potential proxy contest because, among
other things:
considering and responding to the proposals and a potential proxy contest has been, and may continue to be, disruptive,
costly and time consuming and a significant distraction for our management;
perceived uncertainties as to our future may result in the loss of current customers and potential business opportunities
and may make it more difficult to attract and retain qualified personnel;
it may adversely affect our ability to create additional value for our stockholders by effectively limiting the
implementation of our business strategy and/or requiring us to adopt a new business strategy that is not in our best
interest; and
future trading prices of our common stock could be affected by public statements and other actions in a proxy contest,
which we cannot predict or control.
We have not paid dividends on our outstanding common stock in many years.
Although we have paid dividends on our outstanding series of preferred stock (which are owned by the Golsen Group), in the
past we have not paid cash dividends on our outstanding common stock in many years, and we do not currently anticipate paying
cash dividends on our outstanding common stock in the near future. However, our Board of Directors has not made a decision
whether or not to pay such dividends on our common stock in 2015. In addition, there are certain limitations contained in our
loan agreements that may limit our ability to pay dividends on our outstanding common stock.
Future issuance or potential issuance of our common stock could adversely affect the price of our common stock, our
ability to raise funds in new stock offerings and could dilute the percentage ownership of our common stockholders.
Future sales of substantial amounts of our common stock or equity-related securities in the public market, or the issuance of a
substantial amount of our common stock as the result of conversion of our outstanding convertible preferred stocks, or the
perception that such sales or conversions could occur, could adversely affect prevailing trading prices of our common stock and
could dilute the value of common stock held by our existing stockholders. No prediction can be made as to the effect, if any,
that future sales of, or conversions of our outstanding preferred stocks into, shares of common stock or the availability of shares
of common stock for future sale will have on the trading price of our common stock. Such future sales or conversions could also
significantly reduce the percentage ownership of our common stockholders.
We are subject to a variety of factors that could discourage other parties from attempting to acquire us.
Our certificate of incorporation provides for a staggered Board of Directors and, except in limited circumstances, a two-thirds
vote of outstanding voting shares to approve a merger, consolidation or sale of all, or substantially all, of our assets. In addition,
we have entered into severance agreements with our executive officers and some of the executive officers of certain subsidiaries
that provide, among other things, that if, within a specified period of time after the occurrence of a change in control of LSB,
these officers are terminated, other than for cause, or the officer terminates his employment for good reason, we must pay such
officer an amount equal to 2.9 times the officer’s average annual gross salary for the last five years preceding the change in
control.
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We have authorized and unissued (including shares held in treasury) 52,352,250 shares of common stock and 4,230,000 shares
of preferred stock as of December 31, 2014. These unissued shares could be used by our management to make it more difficult,
and thereby discourage an attempt to acquire control of us.
We have adopted a preferred share purchase plan, which is designed to protect us against certain creeping acquisitions, open
market purchases and certain mergers and other combinations with acquiring companies.
The foregoing provisions and agreements are designed to discourage a third party tender offer, proxy contest, or other attempts
to acquire control of us and could have the effect of making it more difficult to remove incumbent management.
Delaware has adopted an anti-takeover law which, among other things, will delay for three years business combinations with
acquirers of 15% or more of the outstanding voting stock of publicly-held companies (such as us), unless:
prior to such time the Board of Directors of the corporation approved the business combination that results in the
stockholder becoming an invested stockholder;
the acquirer owned at least 85% of the outstanding voting stock of such company prior to commencement of the
transaction;
two-thirds of the stockholders, other than the acquirer, vote to approve the business combination after approval thereof
by the Board of Directors; or
the stockholders of the corporation amend its articles of incorporation or by-laws electing not to be governed by this
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ITEM 1B. UNRESOLVED STAFF COMMENTS
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ITEM 3. LEGAL PROCEEDINGS
See Legal Matters under Note 11 of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this report.
ITEM 4. MINE SAFETY DISCLOSURES
Not applicable
Certain statements contained in this Part I may be deemed to be forward-looking statements. See "Special Note Regarding
Forward-Looking Statements."
ITEM 5. MARKET FOR REGISTRANT’S COMMON EQUITY, RELATED STOCKHOLDER MATTERS AND
ISSUER PURCHASES OF EQUITY SECURITIES
PART II
Market Information
Our common stock is trading on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “LXU”. The following table shows, for the
periods indicated, the high and low sales prices.
Stockholders
As of February 13, 2015, we had 435 record holders of our common stock. This number does not include investors whose
ownership is recorded in the name of their brokerage company.
Dividends
We have not paid cash dividends on our outstanding shares of common stock during the two most recent fiscal years but have
paid cash dividends on our outstanding series of convertible preferred stock during this period. See discussion concerning
dividends and restrictions in payment of dividends below under “Liquidity and Capital Resources - Dividends” and “Loan
Agreements” of the MD&A contained in this report.
Equity Compensation Plans
Discussions relating to our equity compensation plans under Item 12 of Part III which are incorporated by reference to our
definitive proxy statement which we intend to file with the SEC on or before April 30, 2015..
Sale of Unregistered Securities
There were no unregistered sales of equity securities in 2014 that have not been previously reported in a Quarterly Report on
Form 10-Q or Current Report on Form 8-K.
Purchases of Equity Securities by the Issuer and Affiliated Purchasers
During the three months ended December 2014, there were no purchases of equity securities by the Company and affiliated
purchasers.
Preferred Share Rights Plan
See discussions relating to our preferred share rights plan under Preferred Share Rights Plan of Note 13 of Notes to
Consolidated Financial Statements contained in this report.
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20142013201220112010Selected Statement of Income Data in Dollars:Net sales$732,510$679,287$759,031$805,256$609,905Operating income53,362105,30895,655136,44355,925Interest expense, net21,59913,9864,2376,6587,427Provisions for income taxes12,40035,42133,59446,20819,787Income from continuing operations19,72355,14158,78683,98429,715Net income19,63454,96258,60483,84229,574Net income applicable to common stock$19,334$54,662$58,304$83,537$29,269Income (loss) per common share applicable to common stock:Basic:Income from continuing operations$0.86$2.44$2.62$3.81$1.39Net loss from discontinued operations- (0.01) (0.01) (0.01) (0.01) Net income$0.86$2.43$2.61$3.80$1.38Diluted:Income from continuing operations$0.83$2.34$2.50$3.59$1.33Net loss from discontinued operations- (0.01) (0.01) (0.01) (0.01) Net income$0.83$2.33$2.49$3.58$1.32Selected Balance Sheet Data in Dollars:Total assets1,137,005$ 1,083,097$ 576,612$ 502,009$ 387,981$ Redeemable preferred stock- - - 4445Long-term debt, including current portion457,318462,96772,44179,46095,392Stockholders' equity434,048$ 411,715$ 354,497$ 293,270$ 179,370$ Selected Other Data in Dollars:Cash dividends declared per common share- - - - - Year ended December 31, (In Thousands, Except Per Share Data)
ITEM 7. MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF
OPERATIONS
The following Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations should be read in
conjunction with a review of the other Items included in this Form 10-K and our December 31, 2014 Consolidated Financial
Statements included elsewhere in this report. Certain statements contained in this MD&A may be deemed to be forward-looking
statements. See "Special Note Regarding Forward-Looking Statements."
Overview
General
LSB is a manufacturing and marketing company operating through our subsidiaries. LSB and its wholly-owned subsidiaries own
the following core businesses:
Chemical Business manufactures and sells nitrogen-based chemical products for the agricultural, industrial, and
mining markets it produces from four facilities located in El Dorado, Arkansas; Cherokee, Alabama; Pryor,
Oklahoma; and Baytown, Texas.
Climate Control Business manufactures and sells a broad range of HVAC products that include water source and
geothermal heat pumps, hydronic fan coils, large custom air handlers, modular geothermal and other chillers, and
other related products and services. These products are primarily used in commercial/institutional and residential
new buildings construction, renovation of existing buildings and replacement of existing systems. Our Climate
Control Business manufactures and distributes its products from seven facilities located in Oklahoma City,
Oklahoma.
Items Affecting Comparability of Results
Chemical Business
Property and Business Interruption Insurance Claims and Recoveries
In October 2013 and January 2014, we settled claims with our insurance carriers for the aggregate amount of approximately
$113.0 million and $43.5 million related to property damage and business interruption at our El Dorado Facility and Cherokee
Facility, respectively. For 2013 and 2014, the impact of these claims to our operating results was $66.0 million and $5.1 million,
respectively, recognized as property insurance recoveries in excess of losses incurred and $28.6 million and approximately $22.9
million, respectively, recognized as a reduction to cost of sales.
Debt and Interest Expense
During August 2013, in connection with a major expansion of our El Dorado Facility, LSB sold $425 million of 7.75% Senior
Secured Notes. The use of proceeds included $67.2 million used to pay all outstanding borrowings including the prepayment
penalty under a term loan agreement. During 2013 and 2014, interest expense was $14.0 million and $21.6 million, respectively
net of capitalized interest of $4.0 million and $14.1 million, respectively. Interest was capitalized based upon construction in
progress of the El Dorado expansion and certain other capital projects.
Recovery of Precious Metals
In 2013 during major maintenance projects, our Chemical Business performed procedures to recover precious metals, which had
accumulated over time within the manufacturing equipment. As a result, a recovery of precious metals of $4.5 million was
recognized as a reduction to cost of sales.
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Key Industry Factors
Chemical Business
Supply and Demand
Agricultural
The price at which our agricultural products are ultimately sold depends on numerous factors, including the supply and demand
for nitrogen fertilizers which, in turn, depends upon, among other factors, world grain demand and production levels, the cost
and availability of transportation, storage, weather conditions, competitive pricing and the availability of imports. An expansion
or upgrade of competitors' facilities, international political and economic developments and other factors are likely to continue
to play an important role in nitrogen fertilizer industry economics. These factors can impact, among other things, the level of
inventories in the market, resulting in price volatility and product margins.
As reported in Green Markets and based upon the January USDA release of its 2014 Crop Production Summary and the WASDE
Report dated February 10, 2015, for the 2014/2015 corn season, production is estimated at 14.2 billion bushels or 351 million
metric tons, 3% above the prior season. Additionally, the average U. S. yield is estimated at a record 171.0 bushels per acre
compared to 158.1 bushels per acre in the prior season. WASDE also estimated the ending U.S. corn stocks to be 47.7 million
metric tons compared to 31.3 million metric tons last season. Due to the expectation of the abundant supply, corn prices are low
relative to pricing over the last three years; most recently reported at $3.65 per bushel. The number of acres planted will drive
nitrogen fertilizer consumption and demand which likely will drive ammonia, UAN and urea prices. Current WASDE estimates
are for 88-89 million acres of corn to be planted in 2015 compared to approximately 91.5 million planted in 2014. However with
fewer acres, farmers will expect better yields requiring increased nitrogen fertilizers. Notwithstanding the current conditions, the
fundamentals continue to be positive for nitrogen fertilizer products we produce and sell and gross margins still continue to be
favorable, with the exception of AN produced at the El Dorado Facility from purchased ammonia, which is one of the reasons
for the current construction project of an ammonia plant at our El Dorado Facility. Additionally, we believe that we will see
strong spring demand for nitrogen fertilizer since U.S. farmers were unable to apply normal fall ammonia amounts in 2014 due
to a delayed corn harvest followed by poor weather conditions.
Industrial
Our industrial products sales volumes are dependent upon general economic conditions primarily in the housing, automotive,
and paper industries. According to the American Chemistry Council, the U.S. economic indicators continue to be mostly positive.
Our sales prices vary with the market price of our feedstock (ammonia, natural gas or sulfur, as applicable) in our pricing
arrangements with customers.
Mining
Our mining products are industrial grade AN and AN solutions for the mining industry. The primary uses are as specialty
emulsions for mining applications (primarily in surface mining of coal) and for usage in quarries and the construction industry.
As reported by the U.S. Energy Information Administration, annual coal production estimates for 2014 were up 1% over 2013.
EIA is forecasting 1% declines in production for both 2015 and 2016 with the Appalachia region expected to see declines of 3%
or more in the coming two years, offset by stable production in the west and modest growth in the mid-west. However, we believe
that growth of coal production in the U.S. will face problems competing with low cost natural gas and export demand could be
lower due to the current strong U.S. currency. While we believe our plants are well-located to support the regions expected to
see growth in the upcoming years, our current mining sales volumes are being impacted by lower customer demand for industrial
grade AN.
Farmer Economics
The demand for fertilizer is affected by the aggregate crop planting decisions and fertilizer application rate decisions of individual
farmers. Individual farmers make planting decisions based largely on prospective profitability of a harvest, while the specific
varieties and amounts of fertilizer they apply depend on factors, such as farmers’ financial resources, soil conditions, weather
patterns and the types of crops planted.
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Natural Gas Prices
Natural gas is the primary feedstock for the production of nitrogen fertilizers at our Cherokee and Pryor Facilities. Over the last
five years, U.S. natural gas reserves have increased significantly due to, among other factors, advances in extracting shale gas,
which have reduced and stabilized natural gas prices, providing North America with a cost advantage over certain imports. As a
result, our competitive position and that of other North American nitrogen fertilizer producers have been positively impacted.
We historically have purchased natural gas in the spot market or through the use of forward purchase contracts, or a combination
of both. We historically have used forward purchase contracts to lock in pricing for a portion of our natural gas requirements.
These forward purchase contracts are generally either fixed-price or index-price, short-term in nature and for a fixed supply
quantity. We are able to purchase natural gas at competitive prices due to our connections to large distribution systems and their
proximity to interstate pipeline systems. Over the past several years, natural gas prices have experienced significant fluctuations,
which has had an impact on our cost of producing nitrogen fertilizer. The following table shows the annual volume of natural
gas we purchased and the average cost per MMBtu:
Beginning in December 2014, Henry Hub natural gas prices have trended below $4.00, averaging at approximately $3.00 in
January and at $2.65 through mid-February.
Ammonia Prices
Ammonia is the primary feedstock for the production of agricultural and industrial grade AN at our El Dorado Facility. Ammonia
pricing is based on a published Tampa, Florida market index. The Tampa index is commonly used in annual contracts for both
the agricultural and industrial sectors, and is based on the most recent major industry transactions in the Tampa market. Pricing
considerations for ammonia incorporate international supply-demand, ocean freight and production factors. Additionally, the El
Dorado Facility’s cost to produce agricultural grade AN from purchased ammonia at current market prices exceeds the current
selling prices (a cost disadvantage as compared to producing ammonia from natural gas). Subject to availability, the El Dorado
Facility has the option to source a portion of its ammonia requirements from our Pryor Facility, which cost is significantly lower
than current market prices. Once our new ammonia production plant at the El Dorado Facility commences production (expected
to begin in the first quarter of 2016), we believe this cost disadvantage will be eliminated. Over the past several years, ammonia
prices have experienced large fluctuations. The table below shows the El Dorado Facility’s annual volume of ammonia purchased
and the average cost per short ton:
Based upon full plant production, the El Dorado Facility would normally purchase 200,000 to 220,000 tons per year of ammonia
feedstock. In 2014 and 2013, the purchased ammonia was less than the amount required for full production due to tons paid for
but not taken by Orica, lower than normal agricultural AN demand in 2013 and lower nitric acid capacity in both years due to
the loss of the DSN plant in 2012.
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20142013Natural gas volumes (MMBtu in millions)118Natural gas average cost per MMBtu 4.30$ 3.84$ 20142013Ammonia volumes (tons in thousands)138113Ammonia average cost per short ton506$ 545$
Transportation Costs
Costs for transporting nitrogen based products can be significant relative to their selling price. For example, ammonia is a
hazardous gas at ambient temperatures and must be transported under refrigeration in specialized equipment, which is more
expensive than other forms of nitrogen fertilizers. In recent years, a significant amount of the ammonia consumed annually in
the U.S was imported. Therefore, nitrogen fertilizers prices in the U.S. are influenced by the cost to transport product from
exporting countries, giving domestic producers that transport shorter distances an advantage.
Climate Control Business
Construction Markets
From a market sector perspective, our Climate Control Business serves the new and renovation commercial/institutional and
residential construction sectors and we believe the majority of our business is associated with the construction of new facilities.
Information available from the CMFS forecast indicates that construction activity in the commercial/institutional markets we
serve is expected to increase 5% in aggregate during 2015 and is heading back towards 2007 pre-recession levels. In particular,
the hospitality, education and multi-family sectors are expected to grow faster than other vertical markets we serve. On the other
hand, single-family residential construction is expected to grow 15% during 2015, however, it will remain well below pre-
recession levels
We expect the Climate Control Business to experience moderate sales growth in the short-term. Although a part of the Climate
Control Business’ commercial/institutional sales are products that are used for renovation and replacement applications, sales
increases in the medium-term and long-term are expected to be primarily driven by growth in new construction, as well as the
introduction of new products specifically in the hospitality, education and healthcare sectors. Our expectations for residential
products are that this sector will experience minimal growth due to the higher relative purchase cost of our higher efficiency
GHP product offerings as compared to traditional HVAC systems creating a longer payback period in most regions due to low
natural gas prices. We continue to focus our sales and marketing efforts to increase our share of the existing market for our
products as well as expand the market for and application of our products, especially utilizing high efficiency and “green”
technology.
Key Operational Factors
Chemical Business
Facility Reliability
Consistent, reliable and safe operations at our chemical plants are critical to our financial performance and results of operations.
Unplanned downtime of the plants typically result in lost contribution margin, increased maintenance expense and decreased
inventory for sale. The financial impact of planned downtime, including Turnarounds maintenance, is mitigated through a diligent
planning process that takes into the market, the availability of resources to perform the needed maintenance, feedstock logistics
and other factors. Our Cherokee and Pryor Facilities have historically undergone a facility Turnaround every year. In the third
quarter of 2014, our Cherokee Facility underwent an extended Turnaround replacing certain end-of-life equipment and
performing additional maintenance required to move to a two-year Turnaround cycle. The extended Turnaround lasted 42 days
and incurred approximately $5 million in maintenance expenses. Going forward, we anticipate that Turnarounds at our Cherokee
Facility typically will be performed every two years, expecting to last 25 to 30 days. Turnarounds at our Pryor Facility currently
are performed every year, and typically last between 20 to 25 days. We are currently anticipating a Turnaround at our Pryor
Facility in June or July of 2015. At our El Dorado Facility, since we are able to perform Turnaround projects on individual plants
without shutting down the entire facility, the impact of lost production is not significant. Upon completion of the new ammonia
plant at our El Dorado Facility, that facility will begin with annual Turnarounds that will typically last between 20 to 25 days.
All Turnarounds result in lost fixed overhead absorption and additional maintenance costs, which costs are expensed as incurred.
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Prepay Contracts
We use forward sales of our fertilizer products to optimize our asset utilization, planning process and production scheduling.
These sales are made by offering customers the opportunity to purchase product on a forward basis at prices and delivery dates
that we propose. We use this program to varying degrees during the year depending on market conditions and depending on our
view as to whether price environments will be increasing or decreasing. Fixing the selling prices of our products months in
advance of their ultimate delivery to customers typically causes our reported selling prices and margins to differ from spot market
prices and margins available at the time of shipment.
Climate Control Business
Product Orders, Sales and Ending Backlog
Our Climate Control Business 2014 total bookings were $278 million, the highest level since 2008 ($306 million). Despite the
loss of Carrier’s heat pump contracts discussed below, our commercial bookings increased 12% over 2013, whereas our
residential product bookings declined 7%. Excluding Carrier heat pump activity, commercial and residential bookings increased
18% and 15%, respectively. Our backlog significantly improved in 2014 over 2013 due to increased orders for our larger custom
air handlers and hydronic fan coils.
The following table shows information relating to our product order intake level, net sales and backlog of confirmed customer
product orders of our Climate Control Business:
(1) Our product order level consists of confirmed purchase orders from customers that have been accepted and received credit
approval. Our backlog consists of confirmed customer orders for product to be shipped at a future date. Historically, we have
not experienced significant cancellations relating to our backlog of confirmed customer product orders, and we typically expect
to ship substantially all of these orders within the next twelve months. However, the December 31, 2014 backlog includes two
orders totaling approximately $6.9 million expected to ship from twelve to eighteen months. It is possible that some of our
customers could cancel a portion of our backlog or extend the shipment terms. Product orders and backlog, as reported, generally
do not include amounts relating to shipping and handling charges, service orders or service contract orders. In addition, product
orders and backlog, as reported, exclude contracts related to our construction business due to the relative size of individual
projects and, in some cases, extended timeframe for completion beyond a twelve-month period.
For January 2015, our new orders received were approximately $24.8 million and our backlog was approximately $71.7 million
at January 31, 2015.
Operational Excellence Activities
We are in the second year of our operational excellence initiatives to become a world class company in terms of safety, quality,
delivery and cost. We believe world class performance will benefit our Climate Control Business through a high level of
customer satisfaction, enhanced employee engagement, faster growth and improved margins. During the past two years, we
completed value analysis/value engineering activities that are part of our operational excellence initiatives at each of our
companies within our Climate Control Business. In addition, we have laid the foundation for the continuous improvement culture
desired in our organization.
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201420132014201320142013First Quarter63.2$ 67.5$ 60.3$ 70.3$ 44.7$ 57.3$ Second Quarter83.1$ 65.4 62.8$ 77.3 68.1$ 48.9$ Third Quarter74.1$ 64.6 73.5$ 69.9 73.5$ 46.3$ Fourth Quarter58.0$ 58.8 68.8$ 67.5 64.9$ 39.7$ Fiscal Year278.4$ 256.3$ 265.4$ 285.0$ New Orders (1)Net SalesEnding Backlog (1)(In Millions)
In 2014, we completed more than 15 rapid improvement events and improvement projects across our Climate Control Business.
The RIE’s covered areas throughout our entire value streams; improving our response time to customer quote requests, improving
material delivery to our production lines, creating flow on our assembly lines, implementing kitting operations within sheet metal
fabrication to reduce material outages on our assembly lines, improving our communication and scheduling on quick cycle orders
and improving our engineering design and delivery process for special feature requests from our customers.
In addition, we implemented daily improvement activities and root cause analysis/problem solving methods. We also have
completed our second year of value stream analysis (“VSA”) and management alignment (“MA”) activities, which we believe
sets the stage for additional improvements in 2015 and future years.
Certain Heat Pump Contracts
In November 2013, Carrier advised one of our subsidiaries, CM, that heat pump contracts would not be renewed between CM,
as the manufacturer, and Carrier, as the purchaser. These contracts expired on May 11, 2014. During 2014, 2013 and 2012, net
sales pursuant to these heat pump contracts represented approximately $15 million, $32 million and $36 million, respectively.
Despite the loss of the Carrier heat pump contracts, we expect our Climate Control Business to report improved sales in 2015
due from higher sales of our LSB branded climate control products through new product introductions and forecast growth in the
commercial and institutional construction markets.
Results of Operations
The following Results of Operations should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements for the years ended
December 31, 2014, 2013, and 2012 and accompanying notes and the discussions under “Overview” and “Liquidity and Capital
Resources” included in this MD&A.
We present the following information about our results of operations for our two core business segments: the Chemical Business
and the Climate Control Business. The business operation classified as “Other” primarily sells industrial machinery and related
components to machine tool dealers and end users. Net sales by business segment include net sales to unaffiliated customers as
reported in the consolidated financial statements. Intersegment net sales are not significant. Gross profit by business segment
represents net sales less cost of sales. In addition, our chief operating decision makers use operating income by business segment
for purposes of making decisions that include resource allocations and performance evaluations. Operating income by business
segment represents gross profit by business segment less SG&A incurred by each business segment plus other income and other
expense earned/incurred by each business segment before general corporate expenses. General corporate expenses consist of
SG&A, other income and other expense that are not allocated to one of our business segments.
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The following table contains certain information about our continuing operations in different business segments for each of the
three years ended December 31:
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201420132012Net sales:Chemical454,902$ 380,669$ 477,813$ Climate Control265,358 285,018 266,171 Other12,250 13,600 15,047 732,510$ 679,287$ 759,031$ Gross profit:Chemical 66,565$ 46,165$ 97,692$ Climate Control82,443 92,907 80,981 Other4,347 4,484 5,063 153,355$ 143,556$ 183,736$ Operating income:Chemical51,281$ 87,784$ 82,101$ Climate Control21,675 30,386 25,834 Other1,771 1,699 2,091 General corporate expenses(21,365) (14,561) (14,371) 53,362 105,308 95,655 Interest expense, net21,599 13,986 4,237 Losses on extinguishment of debt- 1,296 - Non-operating expense (income), net:Chemical (249) (1) (1) Climate Control- (1) (1) Corporate and other business operations(32) (98) (279) Provisions for income taxes12,400 35,421 33,594 Equity in earnings of affiliate - Climate Control(79) (436) (681) Income from continuing operations 19,723$ 55,141$ 58,786$ Additions to property, plant and equipment:Chemical238,070$ 160,343$ 141,399$ Climate Control1,859 5,576 5,816 Other27 65 889 Corporate148 435 2,701 240,104$ 166,419$ 150,805$ Depreciation, depletion and amortization ofproperty, plant and equipment:Chemical30,364$ 23,497$ 16,355$ Climate Control4,946 4,707 4,250 Other34 49 32 Corporate320 57 44 35,664$ 28,310$ 20,681$ (In Thousands)
Year Ended December 31, 2014 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2013
Chemical Business
The following table contains certain information about our net sales, gross profit and operating income in our Chemical segment
for 2014 and 2013:
(1) As a percentage of net sales
Net Sales – Chemical
Our Chemical Business sales in the agricultural markets primarily were at the spot market price in effect at the time of sale or at
a negotiated future price. Most of our Chemical Business sales in the industrial and mining markets were pursuant to sales
contracts and/or pricing arrangements on terms that include the cost of raw material feedstock as a pass through component in
the sales price. Our 2014 production and sales volumes were higher in all three of our primary markets due to consistent customer
demand and improved on-stream production rates at the El Dorado, Pryor and Cherokee Facilities, partially offset by an extended
Turnaround in the third quarter and the approximately 30 days of downtime in the fourth quarter to complete certain unplanned
maintenance at our Cherokee Facility.
Agricultural products comprised approximately 47% and 44% of the Chemical Business’ net sales for 2014 and 2013,
respectively. Agricultural products sales increased in 2014 as more product was available to sell resulting from the
increased on-stream rates of our facilities partially offset by lower average selling prices for nitrogen fertilizers.
Compared to 2013, the 2014 average agricultural products selling prices per ton were lower by 8%, 5%, and 10% for
ammonia, UAN and AN, respectively. The decrease in selling prices for the nitrogen fertilizers was due largely to
record exports of urea from China combined with lower commodity prices.
Industrial acids and other chemical products sales increased in 2014 as a result of more product available to sell due to
the improved on-stream rates of our chemical facilities.
Mining products sales increased in 2014 primarily as a result of more product available to sell due to the improved on-
stream rates of our chemical facilities.
Other products relates to natural gas sales from our working interests in certain natural gas properties acquired in 2012
and 2013 by a subsidiary within our Chemical Business. The increase in natural gas sales is primarily due to higher
production volume as these properties are developed partially offset by lower net selling prices.
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Net sales:Agricultural products215,523$ 167,614$ 47,909$ 28.6%Industrial acids and other chemical products160,104 141,936 18,168 12.8%Mining products67,043 63,042 4,001 6.3%Other products12,232 8,077 4,155 51.4%Total Chemical454,902$ 380,669$ 74,233$ 19.5%Gross profit - Chemical66,565$ 46,165$ 20,400$ 44.2%Gross profit percentage - Chemical (1)14.6 %12.1 %2.5 %Operating income - Chemical51,281$ 87,784$ (36,503)$ (41.6)% (Dollars In Thousands)Percentage 20142013ChangeChange
Gross Profit - Chemical
Our gross profit increased $20.4 million in 2014 as compared to 2013. Excluding business interruption insurance
recoveries of $22.9 million and $28.6 million in 2014 and 2013, respectively, and $4.5 million of precious metals
recovery in 2013, the increase in gross profit was $30.6 million. The increase of $30.6 million was due to the higher
sales level resulting in improved fixed overhead absorption made possible by the improved on-stream production rates
of our chemical facilities. The improved gross profit was partially offset by a decline in the margin per ton of nitrogen
fertilizers due to lower selling prices and higher feedstock costs. Natural gas feedstock cost increased approximately
12% partially offset by a 7% decrease in ammonia feedstock costs, while AN prices decreased 10% and UAN selling
prices decreased 5%, negatively affecting gross profit margins on our nitrogen fertilizer sales.
Unrealized losses related to forward contracts on natural gas purchases decreased 2014 gross profit by $2.1 million
compared to a minimal unrealized gain in 2013.
Purchased UAN that was sold at a loss to honor forward sales commitments in excess of available production due to
unplanned downtime reduced gross profit by $1.2 million in 2014.
Operating Income - Chemical
Our Chemical Business’ operating income was $51.3 million, a decrease of $36.5 million. In addition to the business
interruption insurance recoveries included in gross profit discussed above, property insurance recoveries of $5.1 million
and $66.0 million were recognized in 2014 and 2013, respectively. Excluding all insurance recoveries of $28.0 million
and $94.6 million in 2014 and 2013, respectively, and excluding the precious metals recovery of $4.5 million in 2013,
our adjusted operating income was $23.3 million in 2014 compared to an adjusted operating loss of $11.3 million, or
an increase of $34.6 million. Additionally net other expenses were $4.0 million lower in 2014 due primarily to
dismantling expenses and penalties incurred in 2013.
Climate Control Business
The following table contains certain information about our net sales, gross profit and operating income in our Climate Control
segment for 2014 and 2013:
(1) As a percentage of net sales
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Net sales:Water source and geothermal heat pumps168,804$ 183,757$ (14,953)$ (8.1)%Hydronic fan coils61,307 64,541 (3,234) (5.0)%Other HVAC products35,247 36,720 (1,473) (4.0)%Total Climate Control265,358$ 285,018$ (19,660)$ (6.9)%Gross profit - Climate Control82,443$ 92,907$ (10,464)$ (11.3)%Gross profit percentage - Climate Control (1)31.1 %32.6 %(1.5) %Operating income - Climate Control21,675$ 30,386$ (8,711)$ (28.7)% (Dollars In Thousands)Percentage 20142013ChangeChange
Net Sales – Climate Control
Net sales of our water source and geothermal heat pump products decreased in 2014 primarily as a result of the loss of
the Carrier heat pump contracts, which generated sales in 2014 that were $17 million lower than 2013. Excluding
Carrier heat pump sales, commercial/institutional product sales were flat with 2013 while residential product sales were
up nearly 6.5%. Overall, the number of units sold declined; and the unit average unit selling price increased due to
lower Carrier sales. From a commercial/institutional market perspective, gains were seen in the retail and multi-family
sectors with a slight decline in the education sector. In addition, 2014 had an extremely slow start due to low beginning
backlog and weather related delays. Incoming orders, excluding Carrier, for commercial/institutional products and
residential products increased 11% and 15%, respectively. During 2014, we continued to maintain a market share
leadership position based on market data supplied by the AHRI.
Net sales of our hydronic fan coils declined in 2014 primarily due to lower than expected product orders partially offset
by an increase in selling prices of approximately 6% over 2013 primarily due to product and feature mix. We
experienced only minor fluctuations in the vertical markets served. During 2014, we continued to maintain a market
share leadership position based on market data supplied by the AHRI.
Net sales of our other HVAC products decreased primarily due to a lower beginning backlog entering 2014, customer
scheduled delivery dates shifting out for our large custom air handlers and modular chillers, partially offset by increased
activity on contracts for our engineering and construction services.
Gross Profit - Climate Control
The decrease in gross profit in our Climate Control Business was primarily the result of the lower net sales as discussed
above and reduced overhead absorption related to fewer units sold in 2014 as compared to 2013.
Operating Income - Climate Control
Operating income decreased primarily as a result of the lower gross profit discussed above, partially offset by lower
operating expenses. However, variable selling expenses as a percentage of sales increased due to the change in product
and customer mix with lower OEM sales at CM causing freight to increase as a percentage of sales and warranty
expenses increasing due to recent claims at our fan coil operation. Fixed selling and administrative expense in 2014
declined slightly from 2013 but represented a greater percentage of net sales due to lower sales in 2014.
General Corporate Expenses
General corporate expenses consist of SG&A, other income and other expense that are not allocated to one of our business
segments. General corporate expenses were $21.4 million during 2014 compared to $14.6 million in 2013. The increase was
primarily the result of incurring approximately $4.2 million in fees and expenses related to evaluating and analyzing proposals
from and settling with certain activist shareholders in the first quarter of 2014 and increases in consulting fees and services of
$0.9 million, insurance and bank related expense of $0.4 million, depreciation and amortization of $0.4 and personnel costs of
$0.3 million. During 2013, we recognized other income of $0.5 million relating to a litigation settlement.
Interest Expense, net
Interest expense for 2014 was $21.6 million compared to $14.0 million for 2013. The increase is due primarily to the issuance
of the Senior Secured Notes during 2013, partially offset by $14.1 million of capitalized interest on capital projects under
development and construction during 2014 compared to $4.0 million capitalized during 2013.
Loss on Extinguishment of Debt
As the result of the payoff of the Secured Term Loan in 2013, we incurred a loss on extinguishment of debt of $1.3 million,
consisting of a prepayment premium and writing off unamortized debt issuance costs.
Provision for Income Taxes
The provision for income taxes for 2014 was approximately $12.4 million compared to $35.4 million for 2013. The resulting
effective tax rate was 39% for 2014 and 40% for 2013 (excluding the benefit of $0.5 million associated with the retroactive tax
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relief on certain 2012 tax provisions that expired in 2012). The decrease in the effective tax rate was due primarily to certain
expired tax credits reinstated during December 2014.
Year Ended December 31, 2013 Compared to Year Ended December 31, 2012
Chemical Business
The following table contains certain information about our net sales, gross profit and operating income in our Chemical segment
for 2013 and 2012:
(1) As a percentage of net sales
Net Sales - Chemical
Agricultural products sales decreased due to the lack of available products as the result of the downtime experienced at
our Cherokee and Pryor Facilities, lower sales prices for nitrogen fertilizer, and periodic adverse weather conditions
during 2013.
Industrial acids and other chemical products sales decreased due to the reduction in the average Tampa ammonia price
by more than $57 per metric ton in 2013 compared to 2012 and its impact to pricing to certain of our industrial acid
customers, the unplanned downtime at our Cherokee Facility, the reduction in production at our El Dorado Facility, and
the timing and duration of a Turnaround performed at our Baytown Facility to coincide with a significant customer’s
planned maintenance outage.
Mining products sales decreased primarily due to a 44% decrease in volumes as the result of lower customer demand
due to the current low cost of natural gas as an alternative fuel for utility companies and the downtime experienced at
the Cherokee Facility.
Other products consist of natural gas sales relating to working interests in certain natural gas properties acquired in
October 2012 and August 2013 by a subsidiary within our Chemical Business. Management considers these working
interests as an economic hedge against a portion of a potential rise in natural gas prices in the future for a portion of our
future natural gas production requirements.
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Net sales:Agricultural products167,614$ 217,329$ (49,715)$ (22.9)%Industrial acids and other chemical products141,936 162,498 (20,562) (12.7)%Mining products63,042 96,538 (33,496) (34.7)%Other products8,077 1,448 6,629 457.8%Total Chemical380,669$ 477,813$ (97,144)$ (20.3)%Gross profit - Chemical46,165$ 97,692$ (51,527)$ (52.7)%Gross profit percentage - Chemical (1)12.1 %20.4 %(8.3) %Operating income - Chemical87,784$ 82,101$ 5,683$ 6.9% (Dollars In Thousands)Percentage 20132012ChangeChange
Gross Profit - Chemical
Our Chemical Business’ gross profit was $46.2 million, including $28.6 million business interruption insurance
recovery recognized. Excluding the insurance recovery, the decrease in gross profit of $72.8 million was primarily
attributable to lower sales volume, unabsorbed fixed overhead costs, maintenance and repair costs, and costs associated
with purchased ammonia and other products to meet some of our customers’ needs, all of which are primarily
attributable to the downtime experienced at certain of our facilities, partially offset by $4.5 million precious metals
recoveries during 2013. Additionally, gross margin percentages were impacted as the result of lower nitrogen fertilizer
sale prices and higher natural gas feedstock costs. For 2012, the estimated cumulative impact from the downtime
experienced at our facilities was approximately $32 million, which included unabsorbed fixed overhead costs, losses
incurred on firm sales commitments, maintenance and repair costs, and other expenses, partially offset by $7.3 million
business interruption insurance recovery.
Operating Income - Chemical
Our Chemical Business’ operating income was $87.8 million, including the $66.0 million property insurance recovery
recognized (classified as property insurance recoveries in excess of losses incurred) during 2013 partially offset by the
decrease in gross profit as discussed above. Selling, general and administrative expenses increased approximately $3.3
million primarily due to consulting and other fees related to the El Dorado Facility, professional fees incurred at our
Pryor Facility in connection with improving plant reliability. Additionally, other net expenses increased approximately
$5.5 million primarily as a result of dismantle and demolition costs incurred at the El Dorado Facility and other income
of $2.3 million recognized in 2012 (none in 2013) relating to a litigation settlement with a certain vendor.
Climate Control Business
The following table contains certain information about our net sales, gross profit and operating income in our Climate Control
segment for 2013 and 2012:
(1) As a percentage of net sales
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Net sales:Water source and geothermal heat pumps183,757$ 162,697$ 21,060$ 12.9%Hydronic fan coils64,541 55,812 8,729 15.6%Other HVAC products36,720 47,662 (10,942) (23.0)%Total Climate Control285,018$ 266,171$ 18,847$ 7.1%Gross profit - Climate Control92,907$ 80,981$ 11,926$ 14.7%Gross profit percentage - Climate Control (1)32.6 %30.4 %2.2 %Operating income - Climate Control30,386$ 25,834$ 4,552$ 17.6% (Dollars In Thousands)Percentage 20132012ChangeChange
Net Sales – Climate Control
Net sales of our geothermal and water source heat pump products increased primarily as a result of a 17% improvement
in sales of our commercial/institutional products with an increase in the number of units sold and higher unit pricing
associated with product mix as well as reducing the level of backlog and an increase in new product orders during the
year. Residential product sales improved 3% as a result of reducing the level of backlog, increased orders and higher
unit pricing. During 2013, we continued to maintain a market share leadership position of approximately 40%, based
on market data supplied by the AHRI.
Net sales of our hydronic fan coils increased primarily as a result of an increase in the number of units sold, unit pricing
and product mix related to reducing the level of backlog and an increase in new product orders during the year. During
2013, we continued to have a market share leadership position of approximately 32% based on market data supplied by
the AHRI.
Net sales of our other HVAC products decreased primarily due to a decline in incoming orders for our large custom air
handlers and for our engineering and construction services partially offset by increased sales of our modular chillers.
Gross Profit - Climate Control
The increase in gross profit in our Climate Control Business was primarily the result of the higher sales volume and unit
pricing and change in product mix as discussed above. Gross profit as a percentage of sales improved primarily due to
an improvement in raw material costs (copper, steel and aluminum) and overhead absorption related to the higher sales
volume.
Operating Income - Climate Control
Operating income increased as the result of the increase in gross profit discussed above partially offset by higher variable
selling expenses of $2.0 million (including commission of $0.7 million, warranty of $0.6 million, and freight of $0.6
million) primarily as the result of higher sales volume, increased consulting fees of $1.2 million primarily for services
focused on future process and cost savings improvements, and increased personnel costs of $3.9 million primarily
related to the increase in the number of employees and healthcare benefits.
Interest Expense, net
Interest expense for 2013 was $14.0 million compared to $4.2 million for 2012. The increase is due primarily to the issuance of
the Senior Secured Notes as discussed above under “Loan Agreements” partially offset by $4.0 million of capitalized interest on
capital projects, while under development and construction, during 2013 compared to $0.4 million capitalized during 2012.
Loss on Extinguishment of Debt
As the result of the payoff of the Secured Term Loan in 2013, we incurred a loss on extinguishment of debt of $1.3 million,
consisting of a prepayment premium and writing off unamortized debt issuance costs.
Provision for Income Taxes
The provision for income taxes for 2013 was approximately $35.4 million compared to an income tax provision of $33.6 million
for 2012. The resulting effective tax rate for 2013 and 2012 was 40% (excluding the benefit of $0.5 million associated with the
retroactive tax relief on certain 2012 tax provisions that expired in 2012) and 36%, respectively. The increase in the effective
tax rate was due primarily to the inability to take advantage of “domestic manufacturing deduction” as a result of the lower
manufacturing income in 2013.
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Liquidity and Capital Resources
Historically, our primary cash needs have been for operating expenses, working capital and capital expenditures. We have
financed our cash requirements primarily through internally generated cash flow and various forms of financing. See additional
discussions concerning cash flow relating to our Chemical and Climate Control Businesses under “Overview”, “Results of
Operations,” and “Loan Agreements” included in this MD&A. Before discussing our capitalization and capital projects in detail,
the following summarizes our cash flow activities in 2014:
Cash Flow from Continuing Operating Activities
For 2014, net cash provided by continuing operating activities was $66.7 million primarily as the result of net income of $19.6
million plus adjustments of $12.8 million for deferred income taxes, and $35.7 million for depreciation, depletion and
amortization of PP&E.
Cash Flow from Continuing Investing Activities
Net cash used by continuing investing activities for 2014 of $12.0 million consisted primarily of $219.8 million used for
expenditures for PP&E primarily for the benefit of our Chemical Business and net purchases of short-term investments of $14.5
million, partially offset by net proceeds of $219.6 million from restricted cash and cash equivalents and investments primarily
representing cash designated by management for specific capital projects relating to our Chemical Business.
Cash Flow from Continuing Financing Activities
Net cash used by continuing financing activities for 2014 of $11.5 million was primarily related to payments on short-term
financing and long-term debt partially offset by proceeds from short-term financing.
Capitalization
The following is our cash and cash equivalents, noncurrent restricted cash and investments, long-term debt and stockholders’
equity:
(1) At December 31, 2014, this balance includes a certificate of deposit with an original maturity no longer than approximately
26 weeks. We have designated this balance for specific purposes relating to capital projects. All of these investments were
held by financial institutions within the U.S.
(2) This ratio is based on total long-term debt divided by total stockholders’ equity and excludes the use of cash or noncurrent
restricted cash and investments to pay down debt.
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December 31,December 31,20142013Cash and cash equivalents and short-term investments201.3$ 143.8$ Noncurrent restricted cash and cash equivalentsand investments (1)71.0 291.0 Total current and noncurrent cash and investments272.3$ 434.8$ Long-term debt:Senior Secured Notes425.0$ 425.0$ Secured Promissory Note22.8 29.6 Other9.5 8.4 Total long-term debt, including current portion457.3$ 463.0$ Total stockholders' equity434.0$ 411.7$ Long-term debt to stockholders' equity ratio (2)1.11.1(In Millions)
As of December 31, 2014, our current and noncurrent cash and investments totaled $272.3 million. In addition, our $100 million
revolving credit facility was undrawn and available to fund operations as discussed below, if needed, subject to the amount of
our eligible collateral and outstanding letters of credit.
For 2015, we have extensive planned capital expenditures. Our primary cash needs for this period of time will be to fund our
planned capital spending program, as well as, our operations, our general obligations, and our interest payment requirements.
Based upon our projections for 2015, we expect to fund these cash needs from the noncurrent restricted cash and investments
(provided from the proceeds from the Senior Secured Notes), working capital, internally generated cash flows, and third-party
financing. We are currently in discussion with certain lenders to finance three separately identifiable pieces of equipment that
are included in the planned expansion project. We have received a conditional commitment for $16 million to finance a natural
gas pipeline being constructed at our El Dorado Facility. Additionally, we are in final discussions regarding financing $21
million related to the construction of a cogeneration facility at our El Dorado Facility. We continue to consider additional
borrowing for a third piece of equipment. Subject to the terms of our existing loan agreements, including the Senior Secured
Notes, these total secured borrowings being considered and under discussion is approximately $50 million. We believe that
neither the Senior Secured Notes nor the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan will preclude us from entering into the
additional borrowings. See additional discussions below under “Capital Additions”. Our internally generated cash flows and
liquidity have been, and could be, affected by possible declines in sales volumes resulting from the uncertainty regarding current
economic conditions and production inefficiency of our facilities.
We are party to an Indenture governing the Senior Secured Notes. The Indenture contains covenants that, among other things,
limit LSB’s ability, with certain exceptions and as defined in the Indenture, to certain transactions.
As discussed below under “Loan Agreements”, we and certain of our subsidiaries are party to an amended and restated revolving
credit facility. Pursuant to the terms of the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan, the principal amount the Borrowers may
borrow is up to $100.0 million, based on specific percentages of eligible accounts receivable and inventories. At December 31,
2014, there were no outstanding borrowings under the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan and the net credit available for
borrowings was approximately $71.1 million, based on our eligible collateral, less outstanding letters of credit as of that date.
Due to the overall increase in our outstanding long-term debt, our interest payment obligations have increased and will continue
during future periods. A portion of our interest has been, and will be capitalized relating to major capital projects.
In November 2012, we filed a universal shelf registration statement on Form S-3, with the SEC. The shelf registration statement
provides that we could offer and sell up to $200 million of our securities consisting of equity (common and preferred), debt
(senior and subordinated), warrants and units, or a combination thereof. The shelf registration statement expires in November
2015 unless we decide to file a post-effective amendment. This disclosure shall not constitute an offer to sell or the
solicitation of an offer to buy, nor shall there be any sale of these securities in any state in which such offer, solicitation
or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of any such state.
Capital Additions
Capital Additions - 2014
Capital additions during 2014 were $248.1 million, including $241.3 million for the benefit of our Chemical Business. The
Chemical Business capital additions included $175.8 million for expansion projects at our El Dorado Facility, approximately
$19.4 million associated with maintaining compliance with environmental laws, regulations and guidelines, approximately $23.0
million for various major renewal and improvement projects, and $6.9 million for the development of natural gas leaseholds.
The capital additions were funded primarily from noncurrent restricted cash and investments and working capital. Due to the
increase in the amount of capital additions incurred and planned, our depreciation, depletion and amortization expenses have
increased and are expected to continue to increase during 2015 and future years.
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Planned Capital Additions
(1) Includes cost associated with savings initiatives, new market development, and other capital projects.
Included in planned capital expenditures is capitalized interest of approximately $21.7 million for 2015. The planned capital
expenditures for Corporate and Other are primarily for the replacement of our enterprise resource planning, financial and
operations management system. The new ERP system replaces our legacy systems, which are out-of-date and largely
unsupported, and will improve our access to operational and financial information utilized to manage the business and improve
our security and regulatory compliance capability. This project began in 2013 and is expected to be fully implemented in 2016
at a total cost of $24.0 million to $26.0 million.
Planned capital expenditures are presented as a range to provide for engineering estimates, the status of bidding, variable material
costs, unplanned delays in construction, and other contingencies. As the engineering, design, and bidding processes progress
and project construction proceeds, the estimated costs are more certain and the range of estimates narrows. The planned capital
expenditures include investments that we anticipate making for expansion and development projects, environmental
requirements, and major renewal and improvement projects. These capital expenditures are subject to economic conditions,
which are continually reviewed by us, and may increase or decrease as new information is obtained or circumstances change.
We plan to fund the planned capital expenditures from working capital, noncurrent cash and investments, internally generated
cash flows, and third-party financing.
As discussed below, the construction of the El Dorado Expansion projects are expected to be completed by the end of 2015.
Beyond 2015, specific capital projects are less identified but are expected to include approximately $40 million to $60 million
per year at our chemical facilities for ongoing capital maintenance, including environmental compliance, major renewal and
improvement projects, and other capital projects, and approximately $24 million from 2016-2019 to fully develop our natural
gas working interests.
El Dorado Facility Expansion Projects
The El Dorado Facility has certain expansion projects underway. These expansion projects include an ammonia production
plant; a new 65% strength nitric acid plant and concentrator; and other support infrastructure, all of which were analyzed and
evaluated based on their forecasted return on investment. The expected costs of these projects are outlined below, which planned
amounts are included in the table above.
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Chemical: El Dorado Facility Expansion Projects225$ -260$ Development of Natural Gas Leaseholds2 -4 Environmental Projects8 -14 Major Renewal and Improvement Projects25 -31 Other (1)13 -17 Total Chemical273$ -326$ Climate Control5 -10 Corporate and Other5 -10 283$ -346$ 2015(In Millions)Planned Capital Additions
Our El Dorado Facility produces nitric acid and agricultural and industrial grade AN from purchased ammonia, which is currently
at a cost disadvantage compared to products produced from natural gas. The El Dorado Facility historically purchased 600-700
tons of ammonia per day when operating at full capacity. We are constructing a 1,150 ton per day ammonia production plant at
the El Dorado Facility, which we believe should eliminate the cost disadvantage, increase capacity, and the improve efficiency
of the El Dorado Facility. The construction of this project is expected to be complete in late 2015 and operational in early 2016.
In addition, we are constructing a new 1,100 ton per day, 65% strength nitric acid plant and concentrator to replace the
concentrated nitric acid capacity lost in May 2012. These plants are scheduled to begin production in the third quarter of 2015
and are designed to be more efficient and provide increased nitric acid production capacity.
As a result of the increased production capacity at the El Dorado Facility, it is necessary to expand and improve certain support
infrastructure, including utility capacity, control room facilities, inventory storage and handling, and ammonia distribution. Also,
other cost reduction and cost recovery equipment, including an electric cogeneration plant, are being added to improve efficiency
and lower the cost of production.
Plant Turnarounds
Consistent, reliable and safe operations at our chemical plants are critical to our financial performance and results of operations.
Unplanned downtime of the plants typically result in lost contribution margin, increased maintenance expense and decreased
inventory for sale. The financial impact of planned downtime, such as major Turnaround maintenance, is mitigated through a
diligent planning process that takes into the market, the availability of resources to perform the needed maintenance, feedstock
logistics and other factors.
Expenses Associated with Environmental Regulatory Compliance
Our Chemical Business is subject to specific federal and state environmental compliance laws, regulations and guidelines. As a
result, our Chemical Business incurred expenses of $5.5 million in 2014 in connection with environmental projects. For 2015,
we expect to incur expenses ranging from $4.6 million to $5.6 million in connection with additional environmental projects.
However, it is possible that the actual costs could be significantly different than our estimates.
Dividends
We have not paid cash dividends on our outstanding common stock in many years, and we do not currently anticipate paying
cash dividends on our outstanding common stock in the near future. However, our Board of Directors has not made a decision
whether or not to pay such dividends on our common stock in 2015.
During the first quarter of 2014, dividends totaling $300,000 were declared on our outstanding preferred stock and subsequently
paid in 2014 using funds from our working capital. Each share of preferred stock is entitled to receive an annual dividend, only
when declared by our Board of Directors, payable as follows:
$0.06 per share on our outstanding non-redeemable Series D Preferred for an aggregate dividend of $60,000, and
$12.00 per share on our outstanding non-redeemable Series B Preferred for an aggregate dividend of $240,000.
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CapitalizedTo DateAmmonia Plant128$ 147$ -172$ 275$ -300$ Nitric Acid Plant and Concentrator96 29 -34 125 -130 Other Support Infrastructure36 49 -54 85 -90 260$ 225$ -260$ 485$ -520$ 2015TotalPlanned Capital Additions(In Millions)
In January 2015, our Board of Directors declared the following dividends:
$0.06 per share on our outstanding non-redeemable Series D Preferred for an aggregate dividend of $60,000, which
were paid in February 2015, and
$12.00 per share on our outstanding non-redeemable Series B Preferred for an aggregate dividend of $240,000, which
were paid in February 2015.
All shares of the Series D Preferred and Series B Preferred are owned by the Golsen Group. There are no optional or mandatory
redemption rights with respect to the Series B Preferred or Series D Preferred.
Compliance with Long - Term Debt Covenants
As discussed below under “Loan Agreements”, the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan requires, among other things, that
we meet certain financial covenants. Currently, our forecast is that we will be able to meet all financial covenant requirements
for the next twelve months.
Loan Agreements
Senior Secured Notes – On August 7, 2013, LSB sold $425 million aggregate principal amount of the 7.75% Senior Secured
Notes due 2019 in a private transaction to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and, outside of the U.S., pursuant to
Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. In accordance with the registration rights agreement entered into at the
time of the issuance of the Senior Secured Notes, LSB and the guarantor subsidiaries completed an exchange offer to exchange
the Senior Secured Notes for substantially identical notes registered under the Securities Act. The registration statement for the
exchange offer was declared effective by the SEC in May 2014, and the exchange offer was completed in June 2014. The Senior
Secured Notes bear interest at the rate of 7.75% per year and mature on August 1, 2019. Interest is to be paid semiannually on
February 1st and August 1st. See footnote (B) under Note 9 of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in this report
for additional information on these notes.
Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan – Effective December 31, 2013, LSB and certain of its subsidiaries entered
into an amendment to the existing senior secured revolving credit facility. Pursuant to the terms of the Amended Working Capital
Revolver Loan, the Borrowers may borrow on a revolving basis up to $100.0 million, based on specific percentages of eligible
accounts receivable and inventories and permits the Senior Secured Notes and the secured guarantees to be secured on a first-
priority basis by the Priority Collateral and on a second-priority basis by the certain collateral securing the Amended Working
Capital Revolver Loan and provides that the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan be secured on a second-priority basis by
the Priority Collateral. The Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan will mature on April 13, 2018.
The Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan accrues interest at a base rate (generally equivalent to the prime rate) plus 0.50%
if borrowing availability is greater than $25.0 million, otherwise plus 0.75% or, at our option, accrues interest at LIBOR plus
1.50% if borrowing availability is greater than $25.0 million, otherwise LIBOR plus 1.75%. At December 31, 2014, the interest
rate was 3.75% based on LIBOR. Interest is paid monthly, if applicable.
At December 31, 2014, there were no outstanding borrowings under the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan. At December
31, 2014, the net credit available for borrowings under our Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan was approximately $71.1
million, based on our eligible collateral, less outstanding letters of credit as of that date.
The Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan requires the Borrowers to meet a minimum fixed charge coverage ratio of not
less than 1.10 to 1, if at any time the excess availability (as defined by the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan), under the
Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan, is less than or equal to $12.5 million. This ratio will be measured monthly on a
trailing twelve month basis and as defined in the agreement. As of December 31, 2014, as defined in the agreement, the fixed
charge coverage ratio was 3.5 to 1. See footnote (A) under Note 9 of Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements included in
this report for additional information on this loan.
Secured Promissory Note - On February 1, 2013, Zena, a subsidiary within our Chemical Business, entered into the Secured
Promissory Note with a lender in the original principal amount of $35 million. The Secured Promissory Note follows the original
acquisition by Zena of Working Interests in certain natural gas properties during October 2012. The proceeds of the Secured
Promissory Note effectively financed $35 million of the approximately $50 million purchase price of the Working Interests
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previously paid out of LSB’s working capital. The Secured Promissory Note matures on February 1, 2016. Principal and interest
are payable monthly based on a five-year amortization at a defined LIBOR rate plus 300 basis points with a final balloon payment
of $15.3 million due at maturity. Zena currently plans to fund the final balloon payment with cash on hand. The interest rate at
December 31, 2014 was 3.23%. The loan is secured by the Working Interests and related properties and proceeds.
Seasonality
See discussion above under “Part1-Item 1 Business” for seasonality trends.
Related Party Transactions
See discussion above under “Liquidity and Capital Resources-Dividends” relating to the Golsen Group.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
We do not have any off-balance sheet arrangements as defined in Item 303(a)(4)(ii) of Regulation S-K under the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934.
Performance and Payment Bonds
We are contingently liable to sureties in respect of insurance bonds issued by the sureties in connection with certain contracts
entered into by subsidiaries in the normal course of business. These insurance bonds primarily represent guarantees of future
performance of our subsidiaries. As of December 31, 2014, we have agreed to indemnify the sureties for payments, up to $10.6
million, made by them in respect of such bonds. All of these insurance bonds are expected to expire or be renewed in 2015.
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Critical Accounting Policies and Estimates
The preparation of financial statements requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amount
of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, and disclosures of contingencies and fair values. For each of the last three years
ended December 31, 2014, 2013, and 2012, we did not experience a material change in accounting estimates. However, it is
reasonably possible that the estimates and assumptions utilized as of December 31, 2014 could change in the near term. In
addition, the more critical areas of financial reporting impacted by management's judgment, estimates and assumptions include
the following:
Accrued Warranty Costs – Our Climate Control Business sells equipment that has an expected life, under normal
circumstances and use, which extends over several years. As such, we provide warranties after equipment shipment/start up
covering defects in materials and workmanship.
Our accounting policy and methodology for warranty arrangements is to measure and recognize the expense and liability for
such warranty obligations at the time of sale using a percentage of sales and cost per unit of equipment, based upon our historical
and estimated future warranty costs. We also recognize the additional warranty expense and liability to cover atypical costs
associated with a specific product, or component thereof, or project installation, when such costs are probable and reasonably
estimable. It is reasonably possible that our estimated accrued warranty costs could change in the near and long term.
Generally for commercial/institutional products, the base warranty coverage for most of the manufactured equipment in the
Climate Control Business is limited to eighteen months from the date of shipment or twelve months from the date of start up,
whichever is shorter, and to ninety days for spare parts. For residential products, the base warranty coverage for manufactured
equipment in the Climate Control Business is limited to ten years from the date of shipment for material and to five years from
the date of shipment for labor associated with the repair. The warranty provides that most equipment is required to be returned
to the factory or an authorized representative and the warranty is limited to the repair and replacement of the defective product,
with a maximum warranty of the refund of the purchase price. Furthermore, companies within the Climate Control Business
generally disclaim and exclude warranties related to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose and disclaim and
exclude any liability for consequential or incidental damages. In some cases, the customer may purchase or a specific product
may be sold with an extended warranty. The above discussion is generally applicable to such extended warranties, but variations
do occur depending upon specific contractual obligations, certain system components, and local laws.
Since 2003, our residential products warranty carried a ten-year standard parts warranty on the refrigerant circuit (including air
coils, compressors, thermal expansion valves, water coils, and reversing valves) and five-years on the other components (motors
being the major component). In 2010, the warranty policy was amended to include a full ten-year standard parts and five-year
standard labor warranty. Without a full ten-year experience on the other components (motors), there is a risk we could incur
higher than projected warranty costs over the next five years.
At December 31, 2014 and 2013, our accrued product warranty obligations were $8.8 million and $7.3 million, respectively and
are included in current and noncurrent accrued and other liabilities in the consolidated balance sheets. For 2014, 2013, and 2012,
our warranty expense was $7.9 million, $7.4 million, and $6.7 million, respectively
Contingencies – Certain conditions may exist which may result in a loss, but which will only be resolved when future events
occur. We and our legal counsel assess such contingent liabilities (including the explosion at West, Texas) and related insurance
coverage, if applicable, and such assessment inherently involves an exercise of judgment. If the assessment of a contingency
indicates that it is probable that a loss has been incurred, we would accrue for such contingent losses when such losses can be
reasonably estimated. If the assessment indicates that a potentially material loss contingency is not probable but reasonably
possible, or is probable but cannot be estimated, the nature of the contingent liability, together with an estimate of the range of
possible loss if determinable and material, would be disclosed. Estimates of potential legal fees and other directly related costs
associated with contingencies are not accrued but rather are expensed as incurred. Loss contingency liabilities are included in
current and noncurrent accrued and other liabilities and are based on current estimates that may be revised in the near term. In
addition, we recognize contingent gains when such gains are realized or realizable and earned. We are a party to various litigation
and other contingencies, the ultimate outcome of is not presently known. Should the ultimate outcome of these contingencies be
adverse, such outcome could adversely impact our liquidity, capital resources and results of operations.
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Regulatory Compliance – Our Chemical Business is subject to specific federal and state regulatory compliance laws and
guidelines. We have developed policies and procedures related to regulatory compliance. We must continually monitor whether
we have maintained compliance with such laws and regulations and the operating implications, if any, and amount of penalties,
fines and assessments that may result from noncompliance. We will also be obligated to manage certain discharge water outlets
and monitor groundwater contaminants at our Chemical Business facilities should we discontinue the operations of a facility.
However, certain conditions exist which may result in a loss but which will only be resolved when future events occur relating
to these matters. At December 31, 2014, liabilities totaling $0.4 million have been accrued relating to these issues as discussed
under “Environmental, Health and Safety Matters” in Item 1 of this report. This liability is included in current accrued and other
liabilities and is based on current estimates that may be revised in the near term.
Recognition of Insurance Recoveries – If an insurance claim relates to a recovery of our losses, we recognize the recovery
when it is probable and reasonably estimable. If our insurance claim relates to a contingent gain, we recognize the recovery
when it is realized or realizable and earned. An insurance recovery in excess of recoverable costs relating to a business
interruption claim is a reduction to cost of sales. An insurance recovery in excess of recoverable costs relating to a property
insurance claim is included in property insurance recoveries in excess of losses incurred
Management's judgment and estimates in the above areas are based on information available from internal and external resources
at that time. Actual results could differ materially from these estimates and judgments, as additional information becomes known.
ITEM 7A. QUANTITATIVE AND QUALITATIVE DISCLOSURES ABOUT MARKET RISK
General
Our results of operations and operating cash flows are impacted by changes in market prices of ammonia, natural gas, copper,
and steel, changes in market interest rates and changes in market currency exchange rates.
Forward Sales Commitments Risk
Periodically, our Chemical and Climate Control Businesses enter into forward firm sales commitments for products to be
delivered in future periods. As a result, we could be exposed to embedded losses should our product costs exceed the firm sales
prices. At December 31, 2014, we had a $0.5 million amount of embedded losses associated with sales commitments with firm
sales prices in our Chemical Business.
Commodity Price Risk
Our Chemical Business buys substantial quantities of natural gas (as a feedstock) and platinum (as a catalyst in the manufacturing
process) generally at market prices and our Climate Control Business buys substantial quantities of copper for use in
manufacturing processes. As part of our raw material price risk management, periodically, our Chemical Business enters into
firm purchase commitments and/or futures/forward contracts for natural gas and our Climate Control Business enters into futures
contracts for copper. Our Chemical Business has also acquired working interests in natural gas properties to serve as an economic
hedge against potential higher natural gas prices for a portion of our future natural gas requirements.
During 2014, certain subsidiaries within the Chemical Business entered into contracts to purchase natural gas for anticipated
production needs. A portion of these contracts are considered derivatives and are accounted for on a mark-to-market basis and
a portion of these contracts are considered normal purchases because they provide for the purchase of natural gas that will be
delivered in quantities expected to be used over a reasonable period of time in the normal course of business and are documented
as such, these contracts are exempt from the accounting and reporting requirements relating to derivatives.
At December 31, 2014, the natural gas contracts accounted for on a mark-to-market basis were for approximately 8.3 million
MMBtu of natural gas. These contracts extend through June 2016 at a weighted-average cost of $3.24 per MMBtu ($26.8 million)
and a weighted-average market value of $2.99 per MMBtu ($24.7 million).
At December 31, 2014, our futures/forward natural gas contracts which are exempt from mark-to-market accounting included
the firm purchase commitments of approximately 2.9 million MMBtu of natural gas. These contracts extend through December
2015 at a weighted-average cost of $3.25 per MMBtu ($9.5 million) and a weighted-average market value of $3.01 per MMBtu
($8.8 million).
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At December 31, 2014, our platinum contracts included 3,000 ounces of platinum, extend through April 2015 at a weighted-
average cost of $1,224.26 per ounce ($3.67 million) and a weighted-average market value of $1,209.50 per ounce ($3.63 million).
At December 31, 2014, our futures/forward copper contracts included 1,750,000 pounds of copper, extend through May 2015 at
a weighted-average cost of $2.98 per pound ($5.2 million) and a weighted-average market value of $2.82 per pound ($4.9
million).
Interest Rate Risk
Our interest rate risk exposure results from our debt portfolio that is impacted by short-term rates, primarily variable-rate
borrowings from commercial banks, and long-term rates, primarily fixed-rate notes, some of which prohibit prepayment or
require a substantial premium payment with the prepayment.
As part of our interest rate risk management, we periodically purchase and/or enter into various interest rate contracts. At
December 31, 2014, we have an interest rate swap, which sets a fixed three-month LIBOR of 3.23% on a declining balance (from
$23.8 million to $18.8 million) for the period beginning April 2012 through March 2016. This contract is a free-standing
derivative and is accounted for on a mark-to-market basis. At December 31, 2014, the fair value of this contract (unrealized loss)
was $0.7 million.
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carrying amounts, except for the Senior Secured Notes. At December 31, 2014, the estimated fair value of the Senior Secured
Notes exceeded the carrying value by approximately $17 million based on a quoted price of 104.0. At December 31, 2013, the
estimated fair value of the Senior Secured Notes exceeded the carrying value by approximately $20 million based on the range
of ask/bid prices (104.5 to 104.9) for these notes which were trades in a limited and low volume market as they were not registered
at that time. These valuations are classified as Level 2. The valuations of our other long-term debt agreements are classified as
Level 3 and are based on valuation techniques that require inputs that are both unobservable and significant to the overall fair
value measurement. The fair value measurement of our long-term debt agreements are valued using a discounted cash flow
model that calculates the present value of future cash flows pursuant to the terms of the debt agreements and applies estimated
current market interest rates. The estimated current market interest rates are based primarily on interest rates currently being
offered on borrowings of similar amounts and terms. In addition, no valuation input adjustments were considered necessary
relating to nonperformance risk for our debt agreements. The fair value of financial instruments is not indicative of the overall
fair value of our assets and liabilities since financial instruments do not include all assets, including intangibles, and all liabilities.
ITEM 8. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND SUPPLEMENTARY DATA
We have included the financial statements and supplementary financial information required by this item immediately following
Part IV of this report and hereby incorporate by reference the relevant portions of those statements and information into this Item
8.
ITEM 9. CHANGES IN AND DISAGREEMENTS WITH ACCOUNTANTS ON ACCOUNTING AND FINANCIAL
DISCLOSURE
None.
ITEM 9A. CONTROLS AND PROCEDURES
As of the end of the period covered by this report, we carried out an evaluation, with the participation of our Principal Executive
Officer and Principal Financial Officer, of the effectiveness of the design and operation of our disclosure controls and procedures
(as defined in Rule 13a-15 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934). Based upon that evaluation, our Principal Executive
Officer and our Principal Financial Officer have concluded that our disclosure controls and procedures were effective. There
were no changes to our internal control over financial reporting during the quarter ended December 31, 2014 that have materially
affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, our internal control over financial reporting.
During the third quarter of 2014, we began implementing a new enterprise resource planning system. We are implementing this
system in discreet phases during the next few years. As a result, this implementation requires us to monitor and maintain
appropriate internal control over financial reporting during this transition. It is possible that during each future phase of the
implementation, we may make changes to our internal control over financial reporting that could materially affect our internal
control over financial reporting. In addition, it is possible that during each phase of the implementation, we may make changes
to our internal control over financial reporting that did not materially affect our internal control over financial reporting, but,
when fully implemented, the cumulative effect of the changes made may be considered material.
Management’s Report on Internal Control over Financial Reporting
Our management is responsible for establishing and maintaining effective internal control over financial reporting. Our internal
control system was designed to provide reasonable assurance to our management and Board of Directors regarding the
preparation and fair presentation of published financial statements. All internal control systems, no matter how well designed,
have inherent limitations. Therefore, even those systems determined to be effective can provide only reasonable assurance with
respect to financial statement preparation and presentation.
Our management assessed the effectiveness of our internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2014. In making
this assessment, it used the criteria set forth by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission in
Internal Control - Integrated Framework (2013 Framework). Based on our assessment, we believe that, as of December 31,
2014, our internal control over financial reporting is effective based on those criteria.
Our independent registered public accounting firm has issued an attestation report on our internal control over financial reporting.
This report appears on the following page.
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The Board of Directors and Stockholders of LSB Industries, Inc.
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
We have audited LSB 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) (the COSO criteria). LSB Industries, Inc.’s 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.
In our opinion, LSB 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
consolidated balance sheets of LSB Industries, Inc. as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, and the related consolidated statements
of income, stockholders' equity, and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2014 of LSB
Industries, Inc. and our report dated February 27, 2015 expressed an unqualified opinion thereon.
/s/ ERNST & YOUNG LLP
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
February 27, 2015
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ITEM 9B. OTHER INFORMATION
None.
SPECIAL NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS
Certain statements contained within this report may be deemed "Forward-Looking Statements" within the meaning of Section
27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. All
statements in this report other than statements of historical fact are Forward-Looking Statements that are subject to known and
unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which could cause actual results and performance of the Company to differ
materially from such statements. The words "believe", "expect", "anticipate", "intend", and similar expressions identify Forward-
Looking Statements. Forward-Looking Statements contained herein include, but not limited to, the following:
invest in projects that will generate best returns for our stockholders;
the construction and sales outlook for the markets we serve and the products we sell in the Climate Control Business;
the outlook our chemical products and related markets;
the amount, timing and impact on the nitrogen market from the current nitrogen expansion projects;
demand for our geothermal products;
the impact from the lack of non-seasonal volume in the Chemical Business;
competition is based upon service, price, location of production and distribution sites, and product quality and performance;
outlook for the coal industry;
availability of raw materials;
the result of our product and market diversification strategy for our Chemical Business;
leadership positions in certain product categories for our Climate Control Business;
shipment of backlog;
the impact from the ongoing Operational Excellence activities;
the results of our strategy for our Climate Control Business;
geothermal technology being one of the most energy efficient;
eliminating our external ammonia purchase requirements;
changes in domestic fertilizer production;
increasing output and capacity of our existing production facilities;
ability to moderate risk inherent in agricultural markets;
stimulating sales of our geothermal heat pump products, and other “green” products;
eliminating the current ammonia cost disadvantage;
improved sales in 2015 for our Climate Control Business;
the sources to fund our cash needs and how this cash will be used;
the ability to entering into the additional borrowings;
completing the ERP implemented in 2016;
completing the El Dorado expansion project during 2015;
the results from the El Dorado expansion project;
cost of our capital projects;
ability to pass to our customers cost increases in the form of higher prices;
sufficient sources for materials and components;
ability to obtain ammonia from other sources;
annual natural gas requirements;
compliance by the El Dorado Facility of the terms of its permits;
dissolved mineral issue should not be an issue since the pipeline is operational;
costs of compliance with environmental laws, health laws, security regulations and transportation regulations;
when Turnarounds will be performed and completed;
costs of Turnarounds during 2015;
expenses in connection with environmental projects;
estimated accrued warranty costs could change in the near and long term;
projected warranty costs;
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the impact of litigation and other contingencies;
the increase in depreciation, depletion and amortization;
costs and other negative effects relating to proxy contests;
if we should repurchase stock, we currently intend to fund any repurchases from our available working capital;
benefits from the El Dorado expansion projects; and
meeting all required covenant tests for the next twelve months.
While we believe the expectations reflected in such Forward-Looking Statements are reasonable, we can give no assurance such
expectations will prove to have been correct. There are a variety of factors which could cause future outcomes to differ materially
from those described in this report, including, but not limited to, the following:
changes in general economic conditions, both domestic and foreign,
material reduction in revenues,
material changes in interest rates,
ability to collect in a timely manner a material amount of receivables,
increased competitive pressures,
adverse effect on increases in prices of raw materials;
changes in federal, state and local laws and regulations, especially environmental regulations or the American Reinvestment
and Recovery act, or in interpretation of such,
releases of pollutants into the environment exceeding our permitted limits,
material increases in equipment, maintenance, operating or labor costs not presently anticipated by us,
the requirement to use internally generated funds for purposes not presently anticipated,
the inability to secure additional financing for planned capital expenditures or financing obligations due in the near future,
substantial existing indebtedness;
material changes in the cost of certain precious metals, ammonia, natural gas, copper, steel and purchased components,
limitations due to financial covenants;
changes in competition,
the loss of any significant customer,
increase in cost to maintain internal controls over financial reporting;
changes in operating strategy or development plans,
inability to fund the working capital and expansion of our businesses,
problems with product equipment,
changes in the production efficiency of our facilities,
adverse results in our contingencies including pending litigation,
unplanned downtime at one or more of our chemical facilities;
changes in production rates at any of our chemical plants;
inability to obtain necessary raw materials and purchased components,
material increases is cost of raw materials;
material changes in our accounting estimates,
significant problems within our production equipment,
fire or natural disasters,
inability to obtain or retain our insurance coverage,
obtaining necessary permits;
third-party financing;
risk associated with drilling natural gas wells;
risks associated with proxy contests initiated by dissident stockholders;
r changes in fertilizer production;
reduction in acres planted for crops requiring fertilizer;
decrease in duties for products we sell resulting in an increase in imported products into the U.S.
uncertainties in estimating natural gas reserves;
volatility of natural gas prices;
weather conditions;
increase in imported agricultural products;
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other factors described in the MD&A contained in this report, and
other factors described in “Risk Factors”.
Given these uncertainties, all parties are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such Forward-Looking Statements. We
disclaim any obligation to update any such factors or to publicly announce the result of any revisions to any of the Forward-
Looking Statements contained herein to reflect future events or developments.
Defined Terms
The following is a list of terms used in this report.
AHRI - The Air-Conditioning, Heating and Refrigeration Institute.
Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan – The senior secured revolving credit facility, amended effective December 31,
2013.
AN - Ammonium nitrate.
ARO - Asset retirement obligation.
Bayer - Bayer MaterialScience LLC.
Bayer Agreement - A long-term contract that provides for a pass-through of certain costs, including the ammonia costs, plus a
fixed dollar profit.
Baytown Facility - Bayer’s nitric acid production facility located in Baytown, Texas.
Borrowers – LSB and certain of its subsidiaries that are party to the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan.
Carrier - Carrier Corporation.
Chemical Business – LSB’s business segment that manufactures and sells nitrogen-based chemical products for the agricultural,
industrial, and mining markets.
Cherokee Facility - Our chemical production facility located in Cherokee, Alabama.
Climate Control Business – LSB’s business segment manufactures and sells a broad range of HVAC products that include
water source and geothermal heat pumps, hydronic fan coils, large custom air handlers, modular geothermal and other chillers,
and other related products and services.
CM - Climate Master, Inc.
CMFS - The Dodge Data & Analytics Construction Market Forecasting Service.
DEF - Diesel Exhaust Fluid.
DHS - The U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
DSN – A 98% strength nitric acid plant which was located at the El Dorado Facility
DOC – The U.S. Department of Commerce.
EDC - El Dorado Chemical Company.
EIA – The U.S. Energy Information Administration.
El Dorado Facility - Our chemical production facility located in El Dorado, Arkansas.
Environmental Laws - Numerous federal, state and local environmental laws.
EPA - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
ERP - Enterprise resource planning.
GHP – Geothermal heat pump.
Golsen Group - Jack E. Golsen, our Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors, members of his immediate family, including
Barry H. Golsen, our Chief Executive Officer and President, entities owned by them and trusts for which they possess voting or
dispositive power as trustee.
Health Laws – Numerous federal, state and local health and safety laws.
Indenture – The agreement governing the Senior Secured Notes.
LSB - LSB Industries, Inc.
MA - A management alignment consisting of a structured process to identify the most critical improvement opportunities within
a business, prioritize and staff the improvement activities and to align the entire organization around achieving those
improvement objectives over the next twelve months.
MD&A - Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations.
MMBtu - Million Metric British thermal units.
OEM - An original equipment manufacturer.
Orica - Orica International Pte Ltd.
PCC - Pryor Chemical Company.
PP&E - Plant, property and equipment.
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Pryor Facility - Our chemical production facility located in Pryor, Oklahoma.
RIE - A rapid improvement event that is generally a week long, concentrated process that involves a cross functional team
focused on improving a specific area of the business (or process).
SEC -The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Senior Secured Notes - The $425 million aggregate principal amount of 7.75% Senior Secured Notes due August 1, 2019.
SG&A - Selling, general and administrative expense.
Turnaround - A planned major maintenance activity.
UAN - Urea ammonium nitrate.
U.S. - United States.
VSA – A value stream analysis that is a structured activity that helps visualize and document an entire business process flow and
the interactions between functional departments. By creating a process map of the current state, the future state and identifying
improvement opportunities, activity becomes the basis for an improvement plan.
WASDE - World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates Report
Item 10, Item 11, Item 12, Item 13 and Item 14 are incorporated by reference to our definitive proxy statement which we intend
to file with the SEC on or before April 30, 2015.
PART III
ITEM 15. EXHIBITS AND FINANCIAL STATEMENT SCHEDULES
(a) (1) Financial Statements
PART IV
The following consolidated financial statements of the Company appear immediately following this Part IV:
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Consolidated Balance Sheets at December 31, 2014 and 2013
Consolidated Statements of Income for each of the three years in the period ended
December 31, 2014
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity for each of the three years in the
period ended December 31, 2014
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows for each of the three years in the period
ended December 31, 2014
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited)
(a) (2) Financial Statement Schedule
The Company has included the following schedule in this report:
II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
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F-2
F-3
F-5
F-6
F-7
F-9
F-47
F-49
We have omitted all other schedules because the conditions requiring their filing do not exist or because the required information
appears in our Consolidated Financial Statements, including the notes to those statements.
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(a)(3) Exhibits
3(i).1
3(ii).1
4.1
4.2
4.3
4.4
4.5
4.6
4.7
4.8
4.9
10.1
10.2
10.3
Restated Certificate of Incorporation, as amended, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit
3(i).1 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2012, filed February 28, 2013.
Amended and Restated Bylaws of LSB Industries, Inc. dated August 20, 2009, as amended February 18, 2010, January
17, 2014, February 4, 2014 and August 21, 2014, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit
3.II to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed August 27, 2014. . See SEC file number 001-07677.
Specimen Certificate for the Company's Series B Preferred Stock, having a par value of $100 per share, which the
Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 4.27 to the Company's Registration Statement No. 33-9848.
See SEC file number 001-07677.
Specimen of Certificate of Series D 6% Cumulative, Convertible Class C Preferred Stock, which the Company hereby
incorporates by reference from Exhibit 4.3 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2010.
See SEC file number 001-07677.
Specimen Certificate for the Company's Common Stock, which the Company incorporates by reference from Exhibit
4.4 to the Company's Registration Statement No. 333-184995, filed November 6, 2012.
Renewed Rights Agreement, dated as of December 2, 2008, between the Company and UMB Bank, n.a., which the
Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K, dated December 5, 2008.
See SEC file number 001-07677.
First Amendment to Renewed Rights Agreement, dated December 3, 2008, between LSB Industries, Inc. and UMB
Bank, n.a., which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 4.3 to the Company’s Form 8-K, dated
December 5, 2008. See SEC file number 001-07677.
Indenture, dated August 7, 2013, among LSB Industries, Inc., the subsidiary guarantors named therein, UMB Bank,
n.a., as trustee, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 4.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K,
filed August 14, 2013.
Registration Rights Agreement, dated August 7, 2013, among LSB Industries, Inc., the subsidiary guarantors
named therein and Wells Fargo Securities, LLC, as representative of the initial purchasers named therein, which the
Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 4.2 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed August 14, 2013.
Second Amended and Restated Loan and Security Agreement, dated effective December 31, 2013, by and among
LSB Industries, Inc., each of its subsidiaries that are signatories thereto, the lenders signatories thereto, and Wells
Fargo Capital Finance, LLC, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 4.9 to the
Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013, filed February 27, 2014.
Intercreditor Agreement by and among Wells Fargo Capital Finance, Inc., as agent and UMB Bank, n.a., as collateral
agent, and acknowledged and agreed to by LSB Industries, Inc. and the other grantors named therein, which the
Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed August 14, 2013.
Form of Death Benefit Plan Agreement between the Company and the employees covered under the plan, which the
Company incorporates by reference from Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended
December 31, 2005. See SEC file number 001-07677.
The Company's 1998 Stock Option and Incentive Plan, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from
Exhibit 10.44 to the Company's Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 1998. See SEC file number 001-
07677.
LSB Industries, Inc. Outside Directors Stock Option Plan, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from
Exhibit 99.2 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed October 23, 2014.
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10.4
10.5
10.6
10.7
10.8
10.9
10.10
10.11
10.12
Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement, dated June 19, 2006, between LSB Industries, Inc. and Dan Ellis, which the
Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Form S-8, dated September 10, 2007.
See SEC file number 001-07677.
Nonqualified Stock Option Agreement, dated June 19, 2006, between LSB Industries, Inc. and John Bailey, which the
Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.2 to the Company’s Form S-8, dated September 10, 2007.
See SEC file number 001-07677.
LSB Industries, Inc. 2008 Incentive Stock Plan, effective June 5, 2008, as amended by the First Amendment effective
June 5, 2014, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.3 to the Company’s Form 8-K,
filed June 11, 2014. See SEC file number 001-07677.
Non-Employee Director Compensation and Stock Ownership Policy, effective June 5, 2014, which the Company
hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed October 23, 2014.
Amendment to Severance Agreement, dated December 17, 2008, between Barry H. Golsen and the Company, which
the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.2 to the Company’s Form 8-K, dated December 23,
2008. See SEC file number 001-07677. Each Amendment to Severance Agreement with Jack E. Golsen, Tony M.
Shelby, David R. Goss and David M. Shear is substantially the same as this exhibit and will be provided to the
Commission upon request.
Employment Agreement and Amendment to Severance Agreement dated January 12, 1989, between the Company
and Jack E. Golsen, dated March 21, 1996, (with Severance Agreement dated January 17, 1989 attached) as amended
by the First Amendment to Employment Agreement, dated April 29, 2003, as amended by the Second Amendment to
Employment Agreement, dated May 12, 2005, as amended by the Third Amendment to Employment and Severance
Agreement, dated December 17, 2008, as amended by the Fourth Amendment to Employment Agreement, dated
January 1, 2015.
Nitric Acid Supply Operating and Maintenance Agreement, dated October 23, 2008, between El Dorado Nitrogen,
L.P., El Dorado Chemical Company and Bayer MaterialScience, LLC, which the Company hereby incorporates by
reference from Exhibit 10.1 to the Company's Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended September 30, 2008. See SEC
file number 001-07677. CERTAIN INFORMATION WITHIN THIS EXHIBIT HAS BEEN OMITTED AS IT IS
THE SUBJECT OF A COMMISSION ORDER CF #30125, DATED OCTOBER 4, 2013, GRANTING REQUEST
BY THE COMPANY FOR CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT BY THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE
COMMISSION UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.
Second Amendment to the Nitric Acid Supply, Operating and Maintenance Agreement, dated June 16, 2010, between
El Dorado Nitrogen, L.P., El Dorado Chemical Company and Bayer MaterialScience, LLC., which the Company
hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended June 30,
2010. See SEC file number 001-07677. CERTAIN INFORMATION WITHIN THIS EXHIBIT HAS BEEN
OMITTED AS IT IS THE SUBJECT OF A COMMISSION ORDER CF #30124, DATED OCTOBER 4, 2013,
GRANTING REQUEST BY THE COMPANY FOR CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT BY THE SECURITIES AND
EXCHANGE COMMISSION UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.
Third Amendment to Nitric Acid Supply, Operating and Maintenance Agreement between El Dorado Nitrogen, L.P.,
El Dorado Chemical Company and Bayer MaterialScience LLC, dated June 25, 2013, which the Company hereby
incorporates by reference from Exhibit 10.3 to the Company’s Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended June 30, 2013.
CERTAIN INFORMATION WITHIN THIS EXHIBIT HAS BEEN OMITTED AS IT IS SUBJECT OF A
COMMISSION ORDER CF #30123, DATED OCTOBER 4, 2013, GRANTING REQUEST BY THE COMPANY
FOR CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT BY THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION UNDER THE
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.
10.13
AN Supply Agreement, dated effective January 1, 2010, between El Dorado Chemical Company and Orica
International Pte Ltd., which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 10.27 to the Company’s
Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009. CERTAIN INFORMATION WITHIN THIS EXHIBIT
HAS BEEN OMITTED AS IT IS THE SUBJECT OF A COMMISSION ORDERS CF #24842, DATED MARCH
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10.14
10.15
10.16
10.17
10.18
10.19
10.20
10.21
10.22
25, 2010, AND CF #31968, DATED FEBRUARY 3, 2015 GRANTING REQUEST BY THE COMPANY FOR
CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT BY THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION UNDER THE
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.
First Amendment to AN Supply Agreement, dated effective March 1, 2010, between El Dorado Chemical Company
and Orica International Pte Ltd., which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 10.28 to the
Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009. See SEC file number 001-07677.
Third Amendment to AN Supply Agreement, dated effective April 9, 2013, between El Dorado Chemical Company
and Orica International Pte Ltd., which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to the
Company’s Form 8-K, filed May 1, 2013.
Agreement, dated effective August 1, 2013, between United Steel Workers of America International Union on behalf
of LOCAL 13-434 and El Dorado Chemical Company, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from
Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed October 11, 2013.
Agreement, dated effective October 17, 2013, between International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers,
AFL-CIO Local No. 224 and El Dorado Chemical Company, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference
from Exhibit 99.2 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed October 11, 2013.
Agreement, dated November 12, 2013, between United Steel, Paper and Forestry, Rubber, Manufacturing, Energy,
Allied Industrial and Service Workers International Union, AFL-CIO, CLC, on behalf of Local No. 00417 and
Cherokee Nitrogen Company, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to the
Company’s Form 8-K, filed February 13, 2014.
Asset Purchase Agreement, dated as of December 6, 2002 by and among Energetic Systems Inc. LLC, UTeC
Corporation, LLC, SEC Investment Corp. LLC, DetaCorp Inc. LLC, Energetic Properties, LLC, Slurry Explosive
Corporation, Universal Tech Corporation, El Dorado Chemical Company, LSB Chemical Corp., LSB Industries, Inc.
and Slurry Explosive Manufacturing Corporation, LLC, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from
Exhibit 2.1 to the Company's Form 8-K, dated December 12, 2002. See SEC file number 001-07677.
Exhibits and Disclosure Letters to the Asset Purchase Agreement, dated as of December 6, 2002 by and among
Energetic Systems Inc. LLC, UTeC Corporation, LLC, SEC Investment Corp. LLC, DetaCorp Inc. LLC, Energetic
Properties, LLC, Slurry Explosive Corporation, Universal Tech Corporation, El Dorado Chemical Company, LSB
Chemical Corp., LSB Industries, Inc. and Slurry Explosive Manufacturing Corporation, LLC., which the Company
hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 10.1b to the Company’s Form 10-Q for the fiscal quarter ended June
30, 2010. See SEC file number 001-07677.
Anhydrous Ammonia Sales Agreement, dated effective January 1, 2009 between Koch Nitrogen International Sàrl
and El Dorado Chemical Company, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 10.49 to the
Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2008. See SEC file number 001-07677. CERTAIN
INFORMATION WITHIN THIS EXHIBIT HAS BEEN OMITTED AS IT IS THE SUBJECT OF A COMMISSION
ORDER CF #28828, DATED SEPTEMBER 14, 2012, GRANTING REQUEST BY THE COMPANY FOR
CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT BY THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION UNDER THE
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.
Second Amendment to Anhydrous Ammonia Sales Agreement, dated February 23, 2010, between Koch Nitrogen
International Sàrl and El Dorado Chemical Company, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from
Exhibit 10.35 to the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2009. See SEC file number 001-
07677. CERTAIN INFORMATION WITHIN THIS EXHIBIT HAS BEEN OMITTED AS IT IS THE SUBJECT
OF A COMMISSION ORDER CF #28827, DATED SEPTEMBER 14, 2012, GRANTING REQUEST BY THE
COMPANY FOR CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT BY THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.
10.23
Fifth Amendment to the Anhydrous Ammonia Sales Agreement, dated August 22, 2012, between KOCH Nitrogen
International Sàrl and El Dorado Chemical Company, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from
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10.24
10.25
10.26
10.27
10.28
10.29
10.30
10.31
10.32
Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed August 28, 2012. CERTAIN INFORMATION WITHIN THIS
EXHIBIT HAS BEEN OMITTED AS IT IS THE SUBJECT OF A COMMISSION ORDER CF#28826, DATED
SEPTEMBER 14, 2012, GRANTING REQUEST BY THE COMPANY FOR CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT BY
THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.
Urea Ammonium Nitrate Purchase and Sale Agreement, dated May 7, 2009, between Pryor Chemical Company and
Koch Nitrogen Company, LLC., which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to the
Company's Form 8-K, filed May 13, 2009. See SEC file number 001-07677. CERTAIN INFORMATION WITHIN
THIS EXHIBIT HAS BEEN OMITTED AS IT IS THE SUBJECT OF A COMMISSION ORDER CF #23659,
DATED JUNE 9, 2009, GRANTING REQUEST BY THE COMPANY FOR CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT BY
THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION UNDER THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.
Amendment No. 1 to Urea Ammonium Nitrate Purchase and Sale Agreement, dated October 29, 2009, between Pryor
Chemical Company and Koch Nitrogen Company, LLC, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from
Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed November 4, 2009. See SEC file number 001-07677. CERTAIN
INFORMATION WITHIN THIS EXHIBIT HAS BEEN OMITTED AS IT IS THE SUBJECT OF A COMMISSION
ORDER CF #24284, DATED NOVEMBER 19, 2009, GRANTING REQUEST BY THE COMPANY FOR
CONFIDENTIAL TREATMENT BY THE SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION UNDER THE
FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT.
Railcar Management Agreement, dated May 7, 2009, between Pryor Chemical Company and Koch Nitrogen
Company, LLC, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.2 to the Company's Form 8-
K, filed May 13, 2009. See SEC file number 001-07677.
Real Estate Purchase Contract, dated as of May 26, 2011, by and between DPMG, Inc., Prime Financial L.L.C.,
Landmark Land Company, Gerald G. Barton and Jack E. Golsen, which the Company hereby incorporates by
reference from Exhibit 10.1 to the Company’s Form 10-Q, filed November 7, 2011.
Real Estate Purchase Contract, dated as of September 8, 2011, by and between South Padre Island Development, LLC,
Prime Financial L.L.C., Landmark Land Company, Gerald G. Barton and Jack E. Golsen, which the Company hereby
incorporates by reference from Exhibit 10.2 to the Company’s Form 10-Q, filed November 7, 2011.
Common Stock Purchase Warrant granted by Landmark Land Company to Prime Financial, L.L.C., dated February
7, 2012, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.4 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed
February 16, 2012.
Geothermal Use Contract, between South Padre Island Development, LLC and Prime Financial, L.L.C., dated
February 7, 2012, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.5 to the Company’s Form 8-
K, filed February 16, 2012.
Purchase and Sale Agreement, dated October 31, 2012, between Clearwater Enterprises, L.L.C. and Zena Energy,
L.L.C., which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed
November 2, 2012. Exhibits to the Purchase and Sale Agreement have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(2) of
Regulation S-K and will be provided supplementally to the Securities and Exchange Commission upon request.
Purchase and Sale Agreement, dated August 28, 2013, between Hat Creek Energy LLC, Citrus Energy Appalachia,
LLC, Troy Energy Investments, LLC, and Zena Energy, L.L.C., which the Company hereby incorporates by reference
from Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed August 30, 2013. Exhibits to the Purchase and Sale Agreement
have been omitted pursuant to Item 601(b)(2) of Regulation S-K and will be provided supplementally to the Securities
and Exchange Commission upon request.
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Contract, between Weatherly Inc. and El Dorado Chemical Company, dated November 30, 2012, which the Company
hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.2 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed December 6, 2012.
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10.40
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10.42
10.43
Engineering Procurement and Construction Agreement, dated August 12, 2013, between El Dorado Ammonia L.L.C.
and SAIC Constructors, LLC, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 10.1 to the
Company’s Form 8-K, filed August 15, 2013.
Construction Agreement-DMW2, dated November 6, 2013, between El Dorado Chemical Company and SAIC
Constructors, LLC, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Form
8-K, filed November 12, 2013.
Construction Agreement-NACSAC, dated November 6, 2013, between El Dorado Chemical Company and SAIC
Constructors, LLC, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.2 to the Company’s Form
8-K, filed November 12, 2013.
Engineering, Procurement and Construction Agreement, dated December 31, 2013, between El Dorado Chemical
Company and SAIC Constructors, LLC which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to
the Company’s Form 8-K, filed January 7, 2014.
Promissory Note, dated February 1, 2013, in the original principal amount of $35 million, issued by Zena Energy
L.L.C. in favor of International Bank of Commerce, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from
Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed February 7, 2013.
Leasehold Mortgage, Security Agreement, Assignment and Fixture Filing, dated February 1, 2013, from Zena Energy
L.L.C. to International Bank of Commerce, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.2
to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed February 7, 2013.
Guaranty, dated February 1, 2013, issued by LSB Industries, Inc. in favor of International Bank of Commerce, which
the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.3 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed February 7,
2013.
Agreement by and among the Company and Starboard Value LP, and certain of its affiliates, dated April 3, 2014,
which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s Form 8-K, filed April 4,
2014.
Agreement by and among the Company and Engine Capital, L.P., Red Alder, LLC, and certain of their respective
affiliates, dated April 3, 2014, which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.2 to the
Company’s Form 8-K, filed April 4, 2014.
Consent Decree, dated May 28, 2014, by and among, LSB Industries, Inc., El Dorado Chemical Co., Cherokee
Nitrogen Co., Pryor Chemical Co., El Dorado Nitrogen, L.P.; the U.S. Department of Justice, the U.S. Environmental
Protection Agency, the Alabama Department of Environmental Management, and the Oklahoma Department of
Environment Quality which the Company hereby incorporates by reference from Exhibit 99.1 to the Company’s
Form 8K, filed June 3, 2014.
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Calculation of Ratios of Earnings to Fixed Charges and Combined Fixed Charges and Preferred Stock Dividends.
21.1
Subsidiaries of the Company.
23.1
Consent of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm.
31.1
Certification of Barry H. Golsen, Chief Executive Officer, pursuant to Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, Section 302.
31.2
Certification of Tony M. Shelby, Chief Financial Officer, pursuant to Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, Section 302.
32.1
Certification of Barry H. Golsen, Chief Executive Officer, furnished pursuant to Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, Section
906.
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Certification of Tony M. Shelby, Chief Financial Officer, furnished pursuant to Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, Section
906.
101.INS XBRL Instance Document
101.SCH XBRL Taxonomy Extension Schema Document
101.CAL XBRL Taxonomy Extension Calculation Linkbase Document
101.DEF XBRL Taxonomy Extension Definition Linkbase Document
101.LAB XBRL Taxonomy Extension Labels Linkbase Document
101.PRE XBRL Taxonomy Extension Presentation Linkbase Document
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Signatures
Pursuant to the requirements of Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, the Registrant has duly
caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned, thereunto duly authorized.
Dated:
February 27, 2015
By:
/s/ Barry H. Golsen
Barry H. Golsen, President and Chief Executive Officer
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, this report has been signed below by the
following persons on behalf of the Registrant and in the capacities and on the dates indicated.
Dated:
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By:
/s/ Barry H. Golsen
Barry H. Golsen, President and Chief Executive Officer
(Principal Executive Officer) and Director
By:
/s/ Tony M. Shelby
Tony M. Shelby, Executive Vice President of Finance, Chief Financial
Officer (Principal Financial Officer)
By:
/s/ Harold L. Rieker Jr.
Harold L. Rieker Jr., Vice President and Corporate Controller (Principal
Accounting Officer)
By: /s/ Jack E. Golsen
Jack E. Golsen, Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors
By:
/s/ Webster L. Benham
Webster L. Benham, Director
By:
/s/ Charles A. Burtch
Charles A. Burtch, Director
By:
/s/ Robert A. Butkin
Robert A. Butkin, Director
By:
/s/ Daniel D. Greenwell
Daniel D. Greenwell, Director
By:
/s/ Robert H. Henry
Robert H. Henry, Director
By:
/s/ Gail P. Lapidus
Gail P. Lapidus, Director
By:
/s/ William F. Murdy
William F. Murdy, Director
By:
/s/ Richard S. Sanders Jr.
Richard S. Sanders Jr., Director
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Consolidated Financial Statements
And Schedule for Inclusion in Form 10-K
For the Fiscal Year ended December 31, 2014
Table of Contents
Financial Statements
Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
Consolidated Balance Sheets
Consolidated Statements of Income
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited)
Financial Statement Schedule
Schedule II – Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
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Report of Independent Registered Public Accounting Firm
The Board of Directors and Stockholders of LSB Industries, Inc.
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of LSB Industries, Inc. as of December 31, 2014 and 2013, and
the related consolidated statements of income, stockholders’ equity, and cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended
December 31, 2014. Our audits also included the financial statement schedule listed in the Index at Item 15(a) (2). These
financial statements and schedule are the responsibility of the Company’s management. Our responsibility is to express an
opinion on these financial statements and schedule based on our audits.
We conducted our audits in accordance with 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 LSB 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.
Also, in our opinion, the related financial statement schedule, when considered in relation to the basic financial statements taken
as a whole, presents fairly in all material respects the information set forth therein.
We also have audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States),
LSB 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 February 27, 2015 expressed an unqualified opinion thereon.
/s/ ERNST & YOUNG LLP
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
February 27, 2015
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Consolidated Balance Sheets
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20142013AssetsCurrent assets:Cash and cash equivalents186,811$ 143,750$ Restricted cash and cash equivalents365 - Short-term investments14,500 - Accounts receivable, net88,074 80,570 Inventories56,586 55,872 Supplies, prepaid items and other:Prepaid insurance13,752 15,073 Precious metals12,838 14,927 Supplies15,927 13,523 Prepaid and refundable income taxes7,387 12,644 Other5,438 3,867 Total supplies, prepaid items and other55,342 60,034 Deferred income taxes17,204 13,613 Total current assets418,882 353,839 Property, plant and equipment, net619,205 416,801 Other assets:Noncurrent restricted cash and cash equivalents45,969 80,974 Noncurrent restricted investments25,000 209,990 Capitalized software costs, net12,595 4,927 Other, net15,354 16,566 Total other assets98,918 312,457 1,137,005$ 1,083,097$ December 31,(In Thousands)(Continued on following page)
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Consolidated Balance Sheets (continued)
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20142013Liabilities and Stockholders' EquityCurrent liabilities:Accounts payable81,456$ 61,775$ Short-term financing11,955 13,749 Accrued and other liabilities51,166 49,107 Current portion of long-term debt10,680 9,262 Total current liabilities155,257 133,893 Long-term debt446,638 453,705 Noncurrent accrued and other liabilities17,934 17,086 Deferred income taxes83,128 66,698 Stockholders' equity:Series B 12% cumulative, convertible preferred stock, $100 par value; 20,000shares issued and outstanding2,000 2,000 Series D 6% cumulative, convertible Class C preferred stock, no par value;1,000,000 shares issued and outstanding1,000 1,000 2,697 2,685 Capital in excess of par value170,537 167,550 Retained earnings286,188 266,854 462,422 440,089 Less treasury stock, at cost:28,374 28,374 Total stockholders' equity434,048 411,715 1,137,005$ 1,083,097$ Common stock, 4,320,462 shares See accompanying notes.December 31,(In Thousands)Commitments and contingencies (Note 11)Common stock, $.10 par value; 75,000,000 shares authorized, 26,968,212 shares issued (26,846,470 shares at December 31, 2013)
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Consolidated Statements of Income
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201420132012Net sales732,510$ 679,287$ 759,031$ Cost of sales579,155 535,731 575,295 Gross profit153,355 143,556 183,736 Selling, general and administrative expense103,886 100,674 89,988 134 478 (214) Property insurance recoveries in excess of losses incurred (5,147) (66,255) - Other expense (income), net1,120 3,351 (1,693) Operating income53,362 105,308 95,655 Interest expense, net21,599 13,986 4,237 Loss on extinguishment of debt- 1,296 - Non-operating other income, net(281) (100) (281) Income from continuing operations before provisions for income taxesand equity in earnings of affiliate32,044 90,126 91,699 Provisions for income taxes12,400 35,421 33,594 Equity in earnings of affiliate(79) (436) (681) Income from continuing operations19,723 55,141 58,786 Net loss from discontinued operations89 179 182 Net income19,634 54,962 58,604 Dividends on preferred stocks300 300 300 Net income applicable to common stock19,334$ 54,662$ 58,304$ Basic:Income from continuing operations0.86$ 2.44$ 2.62$ Net loss from discontinued operations- (0.01) (0.01) Net income0.86$ 2.43$ 2.61$ Diluted:Income from continuing operations0.83$ 2.34$ 2.50$ Net loss from discontinued operations- (0.01) (0.01) Net income0.83$ 2.33$ 2.49$ Year Ended December 31,(In Thousands, Except Per Share Amounts)Provisions for (recovery of) losses on accounts receivableIncome (loss) per common share: See accompanying notes.
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Consolidated Statements of Stockholders’ Equity
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Common Stock SharesNon-Redeemable Preferred StockCommon Stock Par ValueCapital in Excess of Par ValueRetained EarningsTreasury Stock-CommonTotalBalance at December 31, 201126,638 3,000$ 2,664$ 162,092$ 153,888$ (28,374)$ 293,270$ Net income58,604 58,604 Dividends paid on preferred stocks(300) (300) Stock-based compensation1,652 1,652 Exercise of stock options90 9 758 767 Excess income tax benefit associatedwith stock-based compensation498 498 Conversion of 68 shares of redeemable preferred stock to common stock3 6 6 26,731 3,000 2,673 165,006 212,192 (28,374) 354,497 Net income54,962 54,962 Dividends paid on preferred stocks(300) (300) Stock-based compensation1,542 1,542 Exercise of stock options115 12 1,002 1,014 26,846 3,000 2,685 167,550 266,854 (28,374) 411,715 Net income19,634 19,634 Dividends paid on preferred stocks(300) (300) 1,925 1,925 122 12 1,062 1,074 26,968 3,000$ 2,697$ 170,537$ 286,188$ (28,374)$ 434,048$ See accompanying notes. (In Thousands)Balance at December 31, 2012Balance at December 31, 2013Stock-based compensationExercise of stock optionsBalance at December 31, 2014
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
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201420132012Net income19,634$ 54,962$ 58,604$ Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by continuingoperating activities:Net loss from discontinued operations89 179 182 Deferred income taxes12,839 35,289 245 Gains on property insurance recoveries associated with property, plant and equipment (5,147) (66,255) - equipment 35,664 28,310 20,681 Other5,479 4,819 4,614 Cash provided (used) by changes in assets and liabilities(net of effects of discontinued operations):Accounts receivable(7,637) 2,268 7,935 Inventories(1,394) 8,203 (6,607) Prepaid insurance1,321 (5,073) (4,096) Prepaid and accrued income taxes3,505 (13,278) 11,013 Other supplies, prepaid items and other61 (4,975) 1,853 Accounts payable(1,044) (6,032) 980 Accrued interest(37) 13,356 (6) Customer deposits1,333 (2,689) 3,684 Other current and noncurrent liabilities2,078 4,971 389 Net cash provided by continuing operating activities66,744 54,055 99,471 (219,842) (157,377) (92,644) - (9,205) (50,219) Proceeds from property insurance recovery associated with property, plant and equipment5,147 66,437 11,415 Software and software development costs(3,161) (966) (7) Proceeds from sales of property and equipment662 1,459 307 Proceeds from short-term investments14,500 - 20,037 Purchases of short-term investments(29,000) - (10,032) Proceeds from noncurrent restricted cash and cash equivalents200,111 - - (165,471) (80,943) - Proceeds from noncurrent restricted investments259,990 - - Purchases of noncurrent restricted investments(75,000) (209,990) - Other investing activities41 962 (526) Net cash used by continuing investing activities(12,023) (389,623) (121,669) Acquisition of working interests in natural gas propertiesDeposits of current and noncurrent restricted cash and cash equivalents(Continued on following page)Year Ended December 31,(In Thousands)Cash flows from continuing operating activitiesDepreciation, depletion and amortization of property, plant andCash flows from continuing investing activitiesExpenditures for property, plant and equipment
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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (continued)
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201420132012and fees-$ 350,957$ -$ Proceeds from other long-term debt, net of fees- 39,825 - Payments on other long-term debt(10,473) (12,647) (7,019) Payments of debt issuance costs- (1,872) (88) Proceeds from short-term financing14,346 16,385 11,192 Payments on short-term financing(16,140) (11,890) (7,584) Proceeds from revolving debt facility- - 209,238 Payments on revolving debt facility- - (209,238) Payments on loans secured by cash value of life insurance policies- - (1,918) Proceeds from exercises of stock options1,074 1,014 767 Excess income tax benefit associated with stock-based compensation- - 498 Acquisition of redeemable preferred stock- - (39) Dividends paid on preferred stocks(300) (300) (300) Net cash provided (used) by continuing financing activities(11,493) 381,472 (4,491) Cash flows of discontinued operations:Operating cash flows(167) (174) (220) 43,061 45,730 (26,909) Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year143,750 98,020 124,929 Cash and cash equivalents at end of year186,811$ 143,750$ 98,020$ See accompanying notes.Year Ended December 31,(In Thousands)Cash flows from continuing financing activitiesProceeds from senior secured notes, net of pay off of secured term loanNet increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
LSB Industries, Inc.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Consolidation - LSB Industries, Inc. (“LSB”) and its subsidiaries (the “Company”, “We”, “Us”, or “Our”) are
consolidated in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. We are involved in manufacturing and marketing
operations. We are primarily engaged in the manufacture and sale of chemical products (the “Chemical Business”) and the
manufacture and sale of water source and geothermal heat pumps and air handling products (the "Climate Control Business").
LSB is a holding company with no significant operations or assets other than cash, cash equivalents, and investments in its
subsidiaries. Our Chemical Business’ ownership of working interests in natural gas properties is accounted for as an undivided
interest, whereby we reflect our proportionate share of the underlying assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses. Our working
interest represents our share of the costs and expenses incurred primarily to develop the underlying leaseholds and to produce
natural gas while our net revenue interest represents our share of the revenues from the sale of natural gas. The net revenue
interest is less than our working interest as the result of royalty interest due to others. We are not the operator of these natural gas
properties. Entities that are 20% to 50% owned and for which we have significant influence are accounted for on the equity
method. All material intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated.
Reclassifications - Reclassifications have been made in our consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2013 to conform to our
consolidated balance sheet at December 31, 2014, which reclassifications expand and combine certain noncurrent other asset line
items. These reclassifications did not impact the total amount of noncurrent other assets at December 31, 2013. In addition,
reclassifications have been made in our consolidated statement of cash flows for 2012 and 2013 to conform to our consolidated
statement of cash flows for 2014, which reclassifications expand an operating activity line item and combine various investing
activities line items. These reclassifications did not impact the total amount of net cash provided by continuing operating
activities or net cash used by continuing investing activities for 2012 and 2013.
Use of Estimates - The preparation of consolidated financial statements in conformity with United States (“U.S.”) generally
accepted accounting principles (“GAAP”) requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported
amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the
reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.
Business Combinations - We account for an acquired business using the acquisition method of accounting, which requires that
the assets acquired and liabilities assumed be recorded at the date of acquisition at their respective fair values. If applicable, any
excess of the purchase price over the estimated fair values of the net assets acquired is recorded as goodwill. Acquisition-related
costs are recognized separately from the business combination and are expensed as incurred.
Cash and Cash Equivalents – Investments, which consist of highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months
or less, are considered cash equivalents
Short-Term Investments - Investments, which consist of certificates of deposit with an original maturity of 26 weeks, are
considered short-term investments. These investments are carried at cost which approximates fair value.
Accounts Receivable - Our accounts receivable are stated at net realizable value. This value includes an appropriate allowance
for estimated uncollectible accounts to reflect any loss anticipated on accounts receivable balances. Our estimate is based on
historical experience and periodic assessment of outstanding accounts receivable, particularly those accounts that are past due
(based upon the terms of the sale). Our periodic assessment of our accounts receivable is based on our best estimate of amounts
that are not recoverable.
Inventories - Inventories are stated at the lower of cost (determined using the first-in, first-out (“FIFO”) basis) or market (net
realizable value). Finished goods and work-in-process inventories include material, labor, and manufacturing overhead costs.
Additionally, we review inventories and record inventory reserves for slow-moving inventory items to state them at net realizable
value.
Precious Metals - Precious metals are used as a catalyst in the Chemical Business manufacturing process. Precious metals are
carried at cost, with cost being determined using the FIFO basis. Because some of the catalyst consumed in the production
process cannot be readily recovered and the amount and timing of recoveries are not predictable, we follow the practice of
expensing precious metals as they are consumed. Occasionally, during major maintenance or capital projects, we may be able to
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
perform procedures to recover precious metals (previously expensed) which have accumulated over time within the
manufacturing equipment. Recoveries of precious metals are recognized at historical FIFO costs. When we accumulate precious
metals in excess of our production requirements, we may sell a portion of the excess metals.
Property, Plant and Equipment - Property, plant and equipment (“PP&E”) are stated at cost, net of accumulated depreciation,
depletion and amortization (“DD&A”). Leases meeting capital lease criteria are capitalized in PP&E. Major renewals and
improvements that increase the life, value, or productive capacity of assets are capitalized in PP&E while maintenance, repairs
and minor renewals are expensed as incurred. In addition, maintenance, repairs and minor renewal costs relating to planned
major maintenance activities (“Turnarounds”) in our Chemical Business are expensed as they are incurred.
As it relates to natural gas properties, leasehold costs, intangible drilling and other costs of successful wells and development dry
holes are capitalized in PP&E based on successful efforts accounting. The costs of exploratory wells are initially capitalized in
PP&E, but expensed if and when the well is determined to be nonproductive.
Fully depreciated assets are retained in PP&E and accumulated DD&A accounts until disposal. When PP&E are retired, sold, or
otherwise disposed, the asset’s carrying amount and related accumulated DD&A are removed from the accounts and any gain or
loss is included in other income or expense.
For financial reporting purposes, depreciation of the costs of PP&E is primarily computed using the straight-line method over
the estimated useful lives of the assets. No provision for depreciation is made on construction in progress or capital spare parts
until such time as the relevant assets are put into service. DD&A of the costs of producing natural gas properties are computed
using the units of production method primarily on a field-by-field basis using proved or proved developed reserves, as applicable,
as estimated by our independent consulting petroleum engineer. No provision for DD&A is made on nonproducing leasehold
costs and exploratory wells in progress until such time as the relevant assets relate to proven reserves.
Our natural gas reserves are based on estimates and assumptions, which affect our DD&A calculations. Our independent
consulting petroleum engineer, with our assistance, prepares estimates of natural gas reserves based on available relevant data
and information. For DD&A purposes, and as required by the guidelines and definitions established by the Securities and
Exchange Commission (“SEC”), the reserve estimates are based on average natural gas prices during the 12-month period,
determined as an unweighted arithmetic average of the first-day-of-the-month price for each month.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets - Long-lived assets are reviewed for impairment whenever events or changes in
circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of an asset (asset group) may not be recoverable. An impairment loss would be
recognized when the carrying amount of an asset (asset group) exceeds the estimated undiscounted future cash flows expected to
result from the use of the asset (asset group) and its eventual disposition. If assets to be held and used are considered to be
impaired, the impairment to be recognized is the amount by which the carrying amounts of the assets exceed the fair values of
the assets as measured by the present value of future net cash flows expected to be generated by the assets or their appraised
value. As it relates to natural gas properties, proven natural gas properties are reviewed for impairment on a field-by-field basis
and nonproducing leasehold costs are reviewed for impairment on a property-by-property basis.
In general, assets held for sale are reported at the lower of the carrying amounts of the assets or fair values less costs to sell. At
December 31, 2014 and 2013, we had no long-lived assets classified as assets held for sale.
Noncurrent Restricted Cash and Cash Equivalents - Noncurrent restricted cash and cash equivalents consists of balances that
are designated by us for specific purposes relating to capital projects.
Noncurrent Restricted Investments - Noncurrent restricted investments consist of investment balances that are designated by
us for specific purposes relating to capital projects. At December 31, 2014, the balance includes an investment in a certificate of
deposit with an original maturity no longer than approximately 26 weeks. The investment is carried at cost, which approximates
fair value.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
Concentration of Credit Risks for Cash, Cash Equivalents, and Investments at Financial Institutions – Financial
instruments relating to cash, cash equivalents, and investments (certificates of deposits), classified as both current and noncurrent,
potentially subject us to concentrations of credit risk. At December 31, 2014, the total balance of these financial instruments
exceeded the FDIC-insured limits by approximately $39 million. All of these financial instruments were held by financial
institutions within the U.S.
Capitalized Software – Capitalized software primarily relates to implementing a new enterprise resource planning software
(ERP) for internal use and is stated at cost, net of accumulated amortization. Capitalized software costs include software purchase
costs and internal and external costs for implementing software. For financial reporting purposes, amortization of capitalized
software costs is computed using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the software, which is primarily eight
years. During 2014 and 2013, interest cost capitalized in capitalized software was $0.5 million and $0.1 million, respectively
(none in 2012). No provision for amortization is made until such time as the relevant assets are placed into service. Amortization
expense related to capitalized software was $0.4 million for 2014, minimal in 2013 (none in 2012). Estimated amortization
related to capitalized software for each of the subsequent five years, 2015 through 2019, is $1.2 million, $2.2 million, $2.7 million,
$2.7 million and $2.6 million, respectively. The estimated amortization is based on management’s expected ERP implementation
completion during the fourth quarter of 2016.
Capitalized Interest - Interest cost on borrowings incurred during a significant construction or development project is
capitalized. Capitalized interest is added to the underlying asset and amortized over the estimated useful lives of the assets.
Goodwill - Goodwill is reviewed for impairment at least annually. An impairment loss generally would be recognized when the
carrying amount of the reporting unit’s net assets exceeds the estimated fair value of the reporting unit. Reporting units are one
level below the business segment level. No impairments of goodwill were incurred in 2014, 2013, or 2012. Goodwill relates to
business acquisitions in prior periods in the following business segments:
Short-Term Financing - Our short-term financing relates primarily to agreements entered into to finance a portion of our annual
premiums for certain of our insurance policies.
Accrued Insurance Liabilities - We are self-insured up to certain limits for group health, workers’ compensation and general
liability claims. Above these limits, we have commercial stop-loss insurance coverage for our contractual exposure on group
health claims and statutory limits under workers’ compensation obligations. We also carry umbrella insurance of $100 million
for most general liability and auto liability risks. We have a separate $50 million insurance policy covering pollution liability at
our Chemical Business facilities. Additional pollution liability coverage for our other facilities is provided in our general liability
and umbrella policies. As it relates to our natural gas properties within our Chemical Business that we do not operate but only
own a working interest, insurance policies are maintained by the operator, which we are responsible for our proportionate share
of the costs involved.
Our accrued self-insurance liabilities are based on estimates of claims, which include the reported incurred claims amounts plus
the reserves established by our insurance adjustors and/or estimates provided by attorneys handling the claims, if any, up to the
amount of our self-insurance limits. In addition, our accrued insurance liabilities include estimates of incurred, but not reported,
claims based on historical claims experience. The determination of such claims and the appropriateness of the related liability is
periodically reviewed and revised, if needed. Changes in these estimated liabilities are charged to operations. Potential legal
fees and other directly related costs associated with insurance claims are not accrued but rather are expensed as incurred. Accrued
insurance claims are included in accrued and other liabilities. It is reasonably possible that the actual development of claims
could be different than our estimates.
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20142013Chemical1,621$ 1,621$ Climate Control103 103 Total goodwill1,724$ 1,724$ December 31,(In Thousands)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
Accrued Warranty Costs - Our Climate Control Business sells equipment that has an expected life, under normal circumstances
and use, which extends over several years. As such, we provide warranties after equipment shipment/start up covering defects
in materials and workmanship. Our accounting policy and methodology for warranty arrangements is to measure and recognize
the expense and liability for such warranty obligations at the time of sale using a percentage of sales and cost per unit of
equipment, based upon our historical and estimated future warranty costs. We also recognize the additional warranty expense
and liability to cover atypical costs associated with a specific product, or component thereof, or project installation, when such
costs are probable and reasonably estimable. It is reasonably possible that our estimated accrued warranty costs could change in
the near term.
Executive Benefit Agreements - We have entered into benefit agreements with certain key executives. Costs associated with
these individual benefit agreements are accrued based on the estimated remaining service period when such benefits become
probable they will be paid. Total costs accrued equal the present value of specified payments to be made after benefits become
payable.
Income Taxes - We recognize deferred tax assets and liabilities for the expected future tax consequences attributable to net
operating loss (“NOL”) carryforwards, tax credit carryforwards, and differences between the financial statement carrying
amounts and the tax basis of our assets and liabilities. We establish valuation allowances if we believe it is more-likely-than-not
that some or all of deferred tax assets will not be realized. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates
expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled.
The effect on deferred tax assets and liabilities of a change in tax rates is recognized in income in the period that includes the
enactment date.
In addition, we do not recognize a tax benefit unless we conclude that it is more-likely-than-not that the benefit will be sustained
on audit by the taxing authority based solely on the technical merits of the associated tax position. If the recognition threshold is
met, we recognize a tax benefit measured at the largest amount of the tax benefit that, in our judgment, is greater than 50% likely
to be realized. We record interest related to unrecognized tax positions in interest expense and penalties in operating other
expense.
We reduce income tax expense for investment tax credits in the year the credit arises and is earned.
Income tax benefits associated with amounts that are deductible for income tax purposes but that do not affect earnings are
credited to equity. These benefits are principally generated from exercises of non-qualified stock options.
Contingencies – Certain conditions may exist which may result in a loss, but which will only be resolved when future events
occur. We and our legal counsel assess such contingent liabilities, and such assessment inherently involves an exercise of
judgment. If the assessment of a contingency indicates that it is probable that a loss has been incurred, we would accrue for such
contingent losses when such losses can be reasonably estimated. If the assessment indicates that a potentially material loss
contingency is not probable but reasonably possible, or is probable but cannot be estimated, the nature of the contingent liability,
together with an estimate of the range of possible loss if determinable and material, would be disclosed. Estimates of potential
legal fees and other directly related costs associated with contingencies are not accrued but rather are expensed as incurred. Loss
contingency liabilities are included in current and noncurrent accrued and other liabilities and are based on current estimates that
may be revised in the near term. In addition, we recognize contingent gains when such gains are realized or realizable and earned.
Asset Retirement Obligations - In general, we record the estimated fair value of an asset retirement obligation (“ARO”)
associated with tangible long-lived assets in the period it is incurred and when there is sufficient information available to estimate
the fair value. An ARO associated with long-lived assets is a legal obligation under existing or enacted law, statute, written or
oral contract or legal construction. AROs, which are initially recorded based on estimated discounted cash flows, are accreted to
full value over time through charges to cost of sales. In addition, we capitalize the corresponding asset retirement cost as PP&E,
which cost is depreciated or depleted over the related asset’s respective useful life. We do not have any assets restricted for the
purpose of settling our AROs.
Stock Options - Equity award transactions with employees are measured based on the estimated fair value of the equity awards
issued. For equity awards with only service conditions that have a graded vesting period, we recognize compensation cost on a
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1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
straight-line basis over the requisite service period for the entire award. In addition, we issue new shares of common stock upon
the exercise of stock options.
Revenue Recognition - We recognize revenue for substantially all of our operations at the time title to the goods transfers to the
buyer and there remain no significant future performance obligations by us. Revenue relating to construction contracts is
recognized using the percentage-of-completion method based primarily on contract costs incurred to date compared with total
estimated contract costs. Changes to total estimated contract costs or losses, if any, are recognized in the period in which they
are determined. Sales of extended warranty contracts are recognized as revenue ratably over the life of the contract. See
discussion above under “Accrued Warranty Costs” for our accounting policy for recognizing warranty expense.
Recognition of Insurance Recoveries - If an insurance claim relates to a recovery of our losses, we recognize the recovery when
it is probable and reasonably estimable. If our insurance claim relates to a contingent gain, we recognize the recovery when it is
realized or realizable and earned. Amounts recoverable from our insurance carriers, if any, are included in accounts receivable.
An insurance recovery in excess of recoverable costs relating to a business interruption claim, if any, is a reduction to cost of
sales. An insurance recovery in excess of recoverable costs relating to a property insurance claim, if any, is included in property
insurance recoveries in excess of losses incurred.
Cost of Sales - Cost of sales includes materials, labor and overhead costs to manufacture the products sold plus inbound freight,
purchasing and receiving costs, inspection costs, internal transfer costs and warehousing costs (excluding certain handling costs
directly related to loading product being shipped to customers in our Chemical Business which are included in selling, general
and administrative expense). Maintenance, repairs and minor renewal costs relating to Turnarounds in our Chemical Business
are included in cost of sales as they are incurred. Precious metals used as a catalyst (Chemical Business) and consumed during
the manufacturing process are included in cost of sales. Recoveries and gains from precious metals (Chemical Business), sales
of scrap material (Climate Control Business), and business interruption insurance claims are reductions to cost of sales.
Provisions for (realization of) losses associated with inventory reserves, gains and losses (realized and unrealized) from our
commodities and foreign currency futures/forward contracts, and provision for losses, if any, on firm sales commitments are
included in cost of sales.
Selling, General and Administrative Expense - Selling, general and administrative expense (“SG&A”) includes costs
associated with the sales, marketing and administrative functions. Such costs include personnel costs, including benefits,
advertising costs, commission expenses, warranty costs, professional fees, office and occupancy costs associated with the sales,
marketing and administrative functions. SG&A also includes certain handling costs directly related to product being shipped to
customers in our Chemical Business and outbound freight in our Climate Control Business. The Chemical Business’ handling
costs primarily consist of personnel costs for loading product into transportation equipment, rent and maintenance costs related
to the transportation equipment, and certain indirect costs.
Shipping and Handling Costs – Shipping and handling costs included in net sales and SG&A for each business segment are as
follows:
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201420132012Chemical:Shipping costs - Net sales (1)28,736$ 21,954$ 23,395$ 5,481$ 5,437$ 5,746$ Climate Control:Shipping and handling costs - SG&A (2)10,146$ 9,520$ 8,897$ (1) These costs relate to amounts billed to our customers. (2) See discussions above under "Selling, General and Administrative Expense." (In Thousands)Handling costs - SG&A (2)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
1. Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (continued)
Advertising Costs - Costs in connection with advertising and promotion of our products are expensed as incurred. These costs,
primarily relating to our Climate Control Business, are as follows.
Derivatives, Hedges, Financial Instruments and Carbon Credits - Derivatives are recognized in the balance sheet and are
measured at fair value. Changes in fair value of derivatives are recorded in results of operations unless the normal purchase or
sale exceptions apply or hedge accounting is elected.
The fair value amounts recognized for our derivative contracts executed with the same counterparty under a master netting
arrangement may be offset. We have the choice to offset or not, but that choice must be applied consistently. A master netting
arrangement exists if the reporting entity has multiple contracts with a single counterparty that are subject to a contractual
agreement that provides for the net settlement of all contracts through a single payment in a single currency in the event of default
on or termination of any one contract. Offsetting the fair values recognized for the derivative contracts outstanding with a single
counterparty results in the net fair value of the transactions being reported as an asset or a liability in the balance sheet. We have
chosen to present the fair values of our derivative contracts under master netting agreements using a gross fair value presentation
as there were no derivatives with fair values that were eligible to be offset as of December 31, 2014 and 2013.
The assets for climate reserve tonnes (“carbon credits”) are recognized in the balance sheet and are measured at fair value.
Changes in fair value of carbon credits are recorded in results of operations. The liabilities for contractual obligations associated
with carbon credits are recognized in the balance sheet and are measured at fair value unless we enter into a firm sales commitment
to sell the associated carbon credits. When we enter into a firm sales commitment, the sales price, pursuant to the terms of the
firm sales commitment, establishes the amount of the liability for the contractual obligation. Changes in fair value of contractual
obligations associated with carbon credits are recorded in results of operations.
Income per Common Share - Net income applicable to common stock is computed by adjusting net income by the amount of
preferred stock dividends and dividend requirements, if applicable. Basic income per common share is based upon net income
applicable to common stock and the weighted-average number of common shares outstanding during each year. Diluted income
per share is based on net income applicable to common stock plus preferred stock dividends and dividend requirements on
preferred stock assumed to be converted, if dilutive, and the weighted-average number of common shares and dilutive common
equivalent shares outstanding, and the assumed conversion of dilutive convertible securities outstanding.
Recently Issued Accounting Pronouncements - In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board issued Accounting
Standard Update 2014-09-Revenue from Contracts with Customers, which will supersede nearly all existing revenue recognition
guidance under 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. We are evaluating our existing revenue recognition policies to determine whether any contracts in the
scope of the guidance will be affected by the new requirements. The effects may include identifying performance obligations in
existing arrangements, estimating the amount of variable consideration to include in the transaction price and allocating the
transaction price to each separate performance obligation. The standard is effective for us on January 1, 2017. Early adoption is
not permitted. The standard allows for either “full retrospective” adoption, meaning the standard is applied to all of the periods
presented, or “modified retrospective” adoption, meaning the standard is applied only to the most current period presented in the
financial statements. We are currently evaluating the transition method that will be elected.
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201420132012Advertising costs3,095$ 3,157$ 3,365$ (In Thousands)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
2. Income per Common Share
The following table sets forth the computation of basic and diluted net income per common share:
The following weighted-average shares of securities were not included in the computation of diluted net income per common
share as their effect would have been antidilutive:
3. Accounts Receivable
Our sales to contractors and independent sales representatives are generally subject to a mechanic’s lien or band protection in the
Climate Control Business. Sales to other customers are generally unsecured. Credit is extended to customers based on an
evaluation of the customer’s financial condition and other factors. Concentrations of credit risk with respect to trade receivables
are monitored and this risk is reduced due to the large number of customers comprising our customer bases and their dispersion
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201420132012Numerator:Net income:19,634$ 54,962$ 58,604$ Dividends on Series B Preferred(240) (240) (240) Dividends on Series D Preferred(60) (60) (60) Total dividends on preferred stocks(300) (300) (300) Numerator for basic net income per common share - net incomeapplicable to common stock19,334 54,662 58,304 Dividends on preferred stocks assumed to be converted, if dilutive300 300 300 Numerator for diluted net income per common share19,634$ 54,962$ 58,604$ Denominator:Denominator for basic net income per common share - weighted-average shares22,575,053 22,465,176 22,359,967 Effect of dilutive securities:Convertible preferred stocks916,666 916,666 917,006 Stock options175,751 215,124 261,596 Dilutive potential common shares1,092,417 1,131,790 1,178,602 Denominator for dilutive net income per common share - adjustedweighted-average shares and assumed conversions23,667,470 23,596,966 23,538,569 Basic net income per common share 0.86$ 2.43$ 2.61$ Diluted net income per common share0.83$ 2.33$ 2.49$ (Dollars In Thousands, Except Per Share Amounts)201420132012Stock options392,314 246,391 254,000 20142013Trade receivables86,402$ 77,899$ Insurance claims- 1,865 Other2,498 1,633 88,900 81,397 Allowance for doubtful accounts(826) (827) 88,074$ 80,570$ December 31,(In Thousands)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
3. Accounts Receivable (continued)
across many different industries and geographic areas (primarily as it relates to the Climate Control Business) and payment terms
of 15 days or less relating to most of our significant customers in the Chemical Business. Ten customers (including their
affiliates), primarily relating to the Chemical Business, account for approximately 32% of our total net receivables at December
31, 2014.
One of our subsidiaries, El Dorado Chemical Company (“EDC”), is party to an agreement with Bank of America, N.A. (the
“Bank”) to sell our accounts receivables generated from product sales to a certain customer. We agreed to enter into this
agreement as a courtesy to this customer. The term of this agreement matures in August 2015, with renewal options, but either
party has an option to terminate the agreement pursuant to the terms of the agreement. In addition, we amended our sales
agreement with the customer to offer extended payment terms under the condition that they pay an extended payment terms
premium equal to the discount taken by the Bank when the accounts receivables are sold. Thus, there is no gain or loss from the
sale of these receivables to the Bank. We have no continuing involvement or risks associated with the transferred accounts
receivable. Pursuant to the terms of the agreement, EDC is to receive payment from the Bank no later than one business day
after the Bank’s acceptance of EDC’s offer to sell the accounts receivables. As of December 31, 2014, EDC has been paid by
the Bank for the accounts receivables sold to the Bank. We account for these transfers as sales under ASC 860 – Transfers and
Servicing.
4. Inventories
At December 31, 2014 and 2013, inventory reserves for certain slow-moving inventory items (Climate Control products) were
$1,653,000 and $1,389,000, respectively. In addition, because cost exceeded the net realizable value, inventory adjustments for
certain nitrogen-based inventories provided by our Chemical Business were $1,976,000 and $1,623,000 at December 31, 2014
and 2013, respectively.
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Finished GoodsWork-in-ProcessRaw MaterialsTotalDecember 31, 2014:Chemical products19,354$ -$ 2,147$ 21,501$ Climate Control products5,521 2,763 23,458 31,742 Industrial machinery and components3,343 - - 3,343 28,218$ 2,763$ 25,605$ 56,586$ December 31, 2013:Chemical products18,744$ -$ 2,593$ 21,337$ Climate Control products7,552 2,838 21,278 31,668 Industrial machinery and components2,867 - - 2,867 29,163$ 2,838$ 23,871$ 55,872$ (In Thousands)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
5. Property, Plant and Equipment
Machinery, equipment and automotive primarily includes the categories of property and equipment and estimated useful lives as
follows: chemical processing plants and plant infrastructure (15-30 years); production, fabrication, and assembly equipment (7-
15 years); certain processing plant components (3-10 years); and trucks, automobiles, trailers, and other rolling stock (3-7 years).
At December 31, 2014 and 2013, assets capitalized under capital leases consist of machinery and equipment. Accumulated
amortization for assets capitalized under capital leases were $28,000 and $714,000 at December 31, 2014 and 2013, respectively.
During 2014 and 2013, interest cost capitalized in PP&E was $13,586,000 and $3,861,000, respectively.
* See information concerning natural gas properties included in PP&E in Note 1- Summary of Significant Accounting Policies.
6. Current and Noncurrent Accrued and Other Liabilities
7. Accrued Warranty Costs
Our Climate Control Business sells equipment that has an expected life, under normal circumstances and use, which extends over
several years. As such, we provide warranties after equipment shipment/start-up covering defects in materials and workmanship.
Generally for commercial/institutional products, the base warranty coverage for most of the manufactured equipment in the
Climate Control Business is limited to eighteen months from the date of shipment or twelve months from the date of start-up,
whichever is shorter, and to ninety days for spare parts. For residential products, the base warranty coverage for manufactured
equipment in the Climate Control Business is limited to ten years from the date of shipment for material and to five years from
the date of shipment for labor associated with the repair. The warranty provides that most equipment is required to be returned
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20142013Machinery, equipment and automotive3 - 30360,222$ 319,088$ Proved natural gas properties*72,529 66,764 Buildings and improvements8 - 3055,975 48,379 Furniture, fixtures and store equipment5 - 106,492 6,933 Assets under capital leases5240 1,672 Land improvements10 - 407,125 6,214 Construction in progressN/A292,324 110,376 Capital spare partsN/A8,722 9,718 LandN/A9,780 9,780 813,409 578,924 194,204 162,123 619,205$ 416,801$ Useful lives in yearsDecember 31, (In Thousands)Less accumulated depreciation, depletion and amortization20142013Accrued interest13,888$ 13,925$ Accrued warranty costs8,817 7,297 Accrued payroll and benefits8,743 8,981 Deferred revenue on extended warranty contracts7,806 7,407 Customer deposits6,833 5,500 Other23,013 23,083 69,100 66,193 Less noncurrent portion17,934 17,086 Current portion of accrued and other liabilities51,166$ 49,107$ December 31, (In Thousands)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
7. Accrued Warranty Costs (continued)
to the factory or an authorized representative and the warranty is limited to the repair and replacement of the defective product,
with a maximum warranty of the refund of the purchase price. Furthermore, companies within the Climate Control Business
generally disclaim and exclude warranties related to merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose and disclaim and
exclude any liability for consequential or incidental damages. In some cases, the customer may purchase, or a specific product
may be sold with, an extended warranty. The above discussion is generally applicable to such extended warranties, but variations
do occur depending upon specific contractual obligations, certain system components, and local laws.
Changes in our product warranty obligation (accrued warranty costs) are as follows:
8. Asset Retirement Obligations
Currently, we have various legal requirements related to operations at our Chemical Business facilities, including the disposal of
wastewater generated at certain of these facilities. Additionally, we have certain facilities in our Chemical Business that contain
asbestos insulation around certain piping and heated surfaces, which we plan to maintain or replace, as needed, with non-asbestos
insulation through our standard repair and maintenance activities to prevent deterioration. Currently, there is insufficient
information to estimate the fair value for most of our AROs. In addition, we currently have no plans to discontinue the use of
these facilities, and the remaining life of the facilities is indeterminable. As a result, a liability for only a minimal amount relating
to AROs associated with certain facilities has been established. However, we will continue to review these obligations and record
a liability when a reasonable estimate of the fair value can be made. In addition, our Chemical Business owns working interests
in certain natural gas properties. We recognized AROs associated with the obligation to plug and abandon wells when the natural
gas reserves in the wells are depleted. At December 31, 2014 and 2013, our accrued liability for AROs was $340,000 and
$304,000, respectively.
9. Long-Term Debt
(A) Effective December 31, 2013, LSB and certain of its wholly-owned subsidiaries (the “Borrowers”) entered into an
amendment to the existing senior secured revolving credit facility (the “Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan”). Pursuant
to the terms of the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan, the Borrowers may borrow on a revolving basis up to $100.0
million, based on specific percentages of eligible accounts receivable and inventories. In addition, the Amended Working Capital
Revolver Loan and the Senior Secured Notes are cross collateralized as discussed in (B) below. The Amended Working Capital
Revolver Loan will mature on April 13, 2018.
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201420132012(In Thousands)Balance at beginning of year7,297$ 6,172$ 5,370$ Amounts charged to SG&A7,923 7,388 6,710 Costs incurred(6,403) (6,263) (5,908) Balance at end of year8,817$ 7,297$ 6,172$ 20142013Working Capital Revolver Loan (A)-$ -$ 7.75% Senior Secured Notes due 2019 (B)425,000 425,000 Secured Promissory Note, with a current interest rate of 3.23% (C)22,814 29,555 most of which is secured primarily by machinery and equipment9,504 8,412 457,318 462,967 Less current portion of long-term debt (D)10,680 9,262 Long-term debt due after one year (D)446,638$ 453,705$ December 31,(In Thousands)Other, with a current weighted-average interest rate of 4.22%,
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
9. Long-Term Debt (continued)
The Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan accrues interest at a base rate (generally equivalent to the prime rate) plus 0.50%
if borrowing availability is greater than $25.0 million, otherwise plus 0.75% or, at our option, accrues interest at LIBOR plus
1.50% if borrowing availability is greater than $25.0 million, otherwise LIBOR plus 1.75%. At December 31, 2014, the interest
rate was 3.75% based on LIBOR. Interest is paid monthly, if applicable.
The Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan provides for up to $15.0 million of letters of credit. All letters of credit outstanding
reduce availability under the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan. As of December 31, 2014, the amount available for
borrowing under the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan was approximately $71.1 million. Under the Amended Working
Capital Revolver Loan, the lender also requires the Borrowers to pay a letter of credit fee equal to 1% per annum of the undrawn
amount of all outstanding letters of credit, an unused line fee equal to .25% per annum for the excess amount available under the
Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan not drawn and various other audit, appraisal and valuation charges.
The lender has the ability to, upon an event of default, as defined, terminate the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan and
make the balance outstanding, if any, due and payable in full.
The Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan requires the Borrowers to meet a minimum fixed charge coverage ratio of not
less than 1.10 to 1, if at any time the excess availability (as defined by the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan), under the
Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan, is less than or equal to $12.5 million. This ratio will be measured monthly on a
trailing twelve month basis and as defined in the agreement. The Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan contains covenants
that, among other things, limit the Borrowers’ ability, without consent of the lender and with certain exceptions, to:
incur additional indebtedness;
create liens on, sell or otherwise dispose of our assets;
engage in certain fundamental corporate changes or changes to our business activities;
make certain material acquisitions;
make other restricted payments, including investments;
repay certain indebtedness;
engage in certain affiliate transactions;
declare dividends and distributions;
engage in mergers, consolidations or other forms of recapitalization; or
dispose assets.
The Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan allows the Borrowers and subsidiaries under the Senior Secured Notes to
guarantee those notes.
So long as both immediately before and after giving effect to any of the following, excess availability as defined by the Amended
Working Capital Revolver Loan is equal to or greater than the greater of (x) 20% of the maximum revolver commitment or (y)
$20 million, the Amended Working Capital Revolver will allow each of the Borrowers under the Amended Working Capital
Revolver Loan to make:
distributions and pay dividends by LSB with respect to amounts in excess of $0.5 million during each fiscal year;
acquisitions of treasury stock by LSB with respect to amounts in excess of $0.5 million during each fiscal year;
certain hedging agreements;
investments in joint ventures and certain subsidiaries of LSB in an aggregate amount not exceeding $35.0 million; and
other investments in an aggregate amount not exceeding $50.0 million at any one time outstanding.
The Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan includes customary events of default, including events of default relating to
nonpayment of principal and other amounts owing under the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan from time to time, any
material misstatement or misrepresentation and breaches of representations and warranties made, violations of covenants, cross-
payment default to indebtedness in excess of $2.5 million, cross-acceleration to indebtedness in excess of $2.5 million,
bankruptcy and insolvency events, certain unsatisfied judgments, certain liens, and certain assertions of, or actual invalidity of,
certain loan documents.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
9. Long-Term Debt (continued)
(B)
On August 7, 2013, LSB sold $425 million aggregate principal amount of the 7.75% Senior Secured Notes due 2019
(the “Senior Secured Notes”) in a private transaction to qualified institutional buyers under Rule 144A and, outside of the United
States, pursuant to Regulation S of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. In accordance with the registration rights agreement
entered into at the time of the issuance of the Senior Secured Notes, LSB and the guarantor subsidiaries completed an exchange
offer to exchange the Senior Secured Notes for substantially identical notes registered under the Securities Act. The registration
statement for the exchange offer was declared effective by the SEC in May 2014, and the exchange offer was completed in June
2014. The Senior Secured Notes bear interest at the rate of 7.75% per year and mature on August 1, 2019. Interest is to be paid
semiannually on February 1st and August 1st.
The Senior Secured Notes are general senior secured obligations of LSB. The Senior Secured Notes are jointly and severally and
fully and unconditionally guaranteed by all of LSB’s current wholly-owned subsidiaries, with all of the guarantees, except two,
being senior secured guarantees and two being senior unsecured guarantees. The Senior Secured Notes rank equally in right of
payment to all of LSB and the guarantors’ existing and future senior secured debt, including the Amended Working Capital
Revolver Loan discussed above, and are senior in right of payment to all of LSB and the guarantors’ future subordinated
indebtedness. LSB does not have independent assets or operations.
Those subsidiaries that provided guarantees of the Senior Secured Notes will be released from such guarantees upon the
occurrence of certain events, including the following:
the designation of such guarantor as an unrestricted subsidiary;
the release or discharge of any guarantee or indebtedness that resulted in the creation of the guarantee of the Senior
Secured Notes by such guarantor;
the sale or other disposition, including by way of merger or otherwise, of its capital stock or of all or substantially all of
the assets, of such guarantor; or
LSB’s exercise of its legal defeasance option or its covenant defeasance option as described in the Indenture with LSB’s
obligations under the Indenture discharged in accordance with the Indenture.
The Senior Secured Notes will be effectively senior to all existing and future unsecured debt of LSB and the guarantors to the
extent of the value of the property and assets subject to liens (“Collateral”) and will effectively be senior to all existing and future
obligations under the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan and other debt to the extent of the value of the certain collateral
(“Priority Collateral”).
The Senior Secured Notes will secured be on a first-priority basis by the Priority Collateral owned by LSB and the guarantors
(other than the two unsecured guarantors) and on a second-priority basis by the certain collateral securing the Amended Working
Capital Revolver Loan owned by LSB and the guarantors (other than the two unsecured guarantors), in each case subject to
certain liens permitted under the Indenture. The Senior Secured Notes will be equal in priority as to the Priority Collateral owned
by LSB and the guarantors with respect to any obligations under any equally ranked lien obligations subsequently incurred. At
December 31, 2014, the carrying value of the assets secured on a first-priority basis was approximately $607 million and the
carrying value of the assets secured on a second-priority basis was approximately $136 million.
The Senior Secured Notes will effectively subordinated to all of LSB and the guarantors’ existing and future obligations under
the Amended Working Capital Revolver Loan and other debt to the extent of the value of the certain collateral securing such debt
and to any of LSB and the guarantors’ existing and future indebtedness that is secured by liens that are not part of the Collateral.
The Senior Secured Notes will be structurally subordinated to all of the existing and future indebtedness, preferred stock
obligations and other liabilities, including trade payables, of our subsidiaries that do not guarantee the Senior Secured Notes in
the future.
Except under certain conditions, the Senior Secured Notes are not redeemable before August 1, 2016. On or after such date, LSB
may redeem the Senior Secured Notes at its option, in whole or in part, upon not less than 30 nor more than 60 days’ notice, at
the following redemption prices (expressed as percentages of the principal amount thereof), plus accrued and unpaid interest to
the redemption date (subject to the right of holders of record on the relevant record date to receive interest due on the
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
9. Long-Term Debt (continued)
relevant interest payment date), if redeemed during the twelve-month period commencing on August 1st of the year set forth
below:
Upon the occurrence of a change of control, as defined in the Indenture, each holder of the Senior Secured Notes will have the
right to require that LSB purchase all or a portion of such holder’s notes at a purchase price equal to 101% of the principal amount
thereof plus accrued and unpaid interest, if any, to the date of purchase (subject to the right of holders of record on the relevant
record date to receive interest due on the relevant interest payment date).
The Indenture contains covenants that, among other things, limit LSB’s ability, with certain exceptions and as defined in the
Indenture, to:
incur additional indebtedness;
pay dividends;
repurchase LSB common and preferred stocks;
make investments;
repay certain indebtedness;
create liens on, sell or otherwise dispose of our assets;
engage in mergers, consolidations or other forms of recapitalization;
engage in sale-leaseback transactions; or
engage in certain affiliate transactions.
In 2013, approximately $67.2 million of the proceeds from Senior Secured Notes was used to pay all outstanding borrowings,
including a prepayment premium, under a secured term loan facility. As a result of the payoff of the secured term loan facility,
we incurred a loss on extinguishment of debt of $1.3 million in 2013, consisting of the prepayment premium and writing off
unamortized debt issuance costs.
(C) On February 1, 2013, Zena Energy L.L.C. (“Zena”), a subsidiary within our Chemical Business, entered into a loan (the
“Secured Promissory Note”) with a lender in the original principal amount of $35 million. The Secured Promissory Note followed
the original acquisition by Zena of working interests (“Working Interests”) in certain natural gas properties during October 2012.
The proceeds of the Secured Promissory Note effectively financed $35 million of the approximately $50 million purchase price
of the Working Interests previously paid out of LSB’s working capital. The Secured Promissory Note matures on February 1,
2016.
Principal and interest are payable monthly based on a five-year amortization at a defined LIBOR rate plus 300 basis points with
a final balloon payment of $15.3 million due at maturity. The interest rate at December 31, 2014 was 3.23%. The loan is secured
by the Working Interests and related properties and proceeds.
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Year2016103.875 %2017101.938 %2018 and thereafter100.000 %Percentage
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
9. Long-Term Debt (continued)
(D) Maturities of long-term debt for each of the five years after December 31, 2014 are as follows (in thousands):
10. Income Taxes
Provisions for income taxes are as follows:
The current provision for federal income taxes shown above includes regular federal income tax after the consideration of
permanent and temporary differences between income for GAAP and tax purposes. For 2013 and in connection with the
American Taxpayer Relief Act of 2012 that was signed into law in January 2013, we recorded a one-time benefit of approximately
$0.5 million related to the retroactive tax relief for certain tax provisions that expired in 2012. Because the legislation was signed
into law after December 31, 2012, the retroactive effects of the law reduced the current provision for 2013 and impacted the
effective tax rate for 2013. The current provision for state income taxes includes regular state income tax and provisions for
uncertain income tax positions
The deferred tax provision results from the recognition of changes in our prior year deferred tax assets and liabilities, and the
utilization of state NOL carryforwards and other temporary differences. We reduce income tax expense for tax credits in the
year they arise and are earned. At December 31, 2014, our gross amount of the investment tax credits available to offset state
income taxes was minimal. These investment tax credits do not expire and carryforward indefinitely. The gross amount of
federal tax credits was $2.1 million. These credits carryforward for 20 years and begin expiring in 2034.
We utilized approximately $5.9 million, $0.1 million and $0.1 million of state NOL carryforwards to reduce tax liabilities in
2014, 2013 and 2012, respectively. At December 31, 2014, we have remaining federal and state tax NOL carryforwards of $33.6
million and $58.5 million, respectively, which amounts exclude the NOL carryforwards that are related to unrecognized tax
benefits and stock compensation that have not been recognized in accordance with GAAP. Additionally, we had approximately
$2.8 million of alternative minimum tax (“AMT”) NOL carryforwards available as a deduction against future AMT income. The
federal and state NOL carryforwards begin expiring in 2033 and 2014, respectively.
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201510,680$ 201618,167 2017477 20182,994 2019425,000 Thereafter- 457,318$ 201420132012Current: Federal(1,452)$ (1,225)$ 28,654$ State1,013 1,357 4,695 Total Current(439)$ 132$ 33,349$ Deferred: Federal12,278$ 32,197$ 559$ State561 3,092 (314) Total Deferred12,839$ 35,289$ 245$ Provisions for income taxes12,400$ 35,421$ 33,594$ (In Thousands)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
10. Income Taxes (continued)
We considered both positive and negative evidence in our determination of the need for valuation allowances for the deferred tax
assets associated with federal and state NOLs and federal credits. For 2014, 2013 and 2012, we determined it was more-likely-
than-not that approximately $8.1 million, $8.3 million and $6.8 million, respectively, of the state NOL carryforwards would not
be able to be utilized before expiration and a valuation allowance was maintained for the deferred tax assets associated with these
state NOL carryforwards, net of federal benefit of approximately $0.3 million for each of the respective years.
When non-qualified stock options (“NSOs”) are exercised, the grantor of the options is permitted to deduct the spread between
the fair market value of the stock issued and the exercise price of the NSOs as compensation expense in determining taxable
income. Income tax benefits related to stock-based compensation deductions in excess of the compensation expense recorded
for financial reporting purposes are not recognized in earnings as a reduction of income tax expense for financial reporting
purposes. As a result, the stock-based compensation deduction recognized in our income tax return will exceed the stock-based
compensation expense recognized in earnings. The excess tax benefit realized (i.e., the resulting reduction in the current tax
liability) related to the excess stock-based compensation tax deduction of $0.5 million in 2012 (none in 2014 and 2013), which
is included in the net change in capital in excess of par value rather than a decrease in the provision for income taxes.
In addition, if the grantor of NSOs will not currently reduce its tax liability from the excess tax benefit deduction taken at the
time of the taxable event (option exercised) because it has a NOL carryforward that is increased by the excess tax benefit, then
the tax benefit should not be recognized until the deduction actually reduces current taxes payable. The amounts included in the
federal and state NOL carryforwards but not reflected in deferred tax assets at December 31, 2014 totaled $3.1 million and $1.7
million, respectively. At December 31, 2014 and 2013, we had $1.1 million and $0.5 million, respectively of unrecognized
federal and state tax benefits resulting from the exercise of NSOs.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
10. Income Taxes (continued)
Deferred tax assets and liabilities include temporary differences and carryforwards as follows:
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20142013Deferred tax assetsAllowance for doubtful accounts823$ 755$ Asset impairment226 782 Inventory2,447 2,168 Deferred compensation3,914 3,977 Other accrued liabilities 7,195 6,429 Hedging1,218 467 Net operating loss carryforwards13,874 12,046 Other 3,700 3,823 Total deferred tax assets33,397 30,447 Less valuation allowance on deferred tax assets(292) (298) Net deferred tax assets33,105$ 30,149$ Deferred tax liabilitiesProperty, plant and equipment92,962$ 77,126$ Prepaid and other insurance reserves5,452 5,182 Investment in unconsolidated affiliate64 239 Other551 687 Total deferred tax liabilities99,029$ 83,234$ Net deferred tax liabilities(65,924)$ (53,085)$ Consolidated balance sheet classification:Net current deferred tax assets17,204$ 13,613$ Net noncurrent deferred tax liabilities(83,128) (66,698) Net deferred tax liabilities(65,924)$ (53,085)$ Net deferred tax liabilities by tax jurisdiction:Federal (60,696)$ (48,503)$ State(5,228) (4,582) Net deferred tax liabilities(65,924)$ (53,085)$ December 31, (In Thousands)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
10. Income Taxes (continued)
All of our income before taxes relates to domestic operations. Detailed below are the differences between the amount of the
provision for income taxes and the amount which would result from the application of the federal statutory rate to “Income from
continuing operations before provision for income taxes”.
A reconciliation of the beginning and ending amount of uncertain tax positions is as follows:
We expect that the amount of unrecognized tax benefits may change as the result of ongoing operations, the outcomes of audits,
and the expiration of statute of limitations. This change is not expected to have a significant impact on our results of operations
or the financial condition. The total amount of unrecognized tax benefits that would impact the effective tax rate, if recognized,
was $160,000, $204,000, and $236,000, net of federal expense, in 2014, 2013, and 2012, respectively.
We record interest related to unrecognized tax positions in interest expense and penalties in operating other expense. During
2014, we recognized a recovery of $518,000 in interest expense and penalties associated with the reduction of unrecognized tax
positions. During 2013 and 2012, we recognized $121,000 and $430,000, respectively, in interest and penalties associated with
unrecognized tax benefits. We had approximately $67,000 and $585,000 accrued for interest and penalties at December 31, 2014
and 2013, respectively.
LSB and certain of its subsidiaries file income tax returns in the U.S. federal jurisdiction and various state jurisdictions. With
few exceptions, the 2011-2013 years remain open for all purposes of examination by the U.S. Internal Revenue Service (“IRS”)
and other major tax jurisdictions. During 2014, we settled the examination with the IRS for the tax years 2008-2010 with no
material changes to our financial position, results of operations and cash flow.
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201420132012Provisions for income taxes at federal statutory rate11,263$ 31,697$ 32,391$ State current and deferred income taxes1,497 3,916 3,533 Domestic production activities deduction- - (1,933) Effect of tax return to tax provision reconciliation(110) (318) (216) Other(250) 126 (181) Provisions for income taxes12,400$ 35,421$ 33,594$ (In Thousands)201420132012Balance at beginning of year2,409$ 2,292$ 709$ Additions based on tax positions related to the current year45 97 131 Additions based on tax positions of prior years367 255 1,937 Reductions for tax positions of prior years(1,411) (123) (485) Settlements(753) (112) - Balance at end of year657$ 2,409$ 2,292$ (In Thousands)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
11. Commitments and Contingencies
Operating Leases - We lease certain PP&E under non-cancelable operating leases. Future minimum payments on operating
leases with initial or remaining terms of one year or more at December 31, 2014, are as follows:
Expenses associated with our operating lease agreements, including month-to-month leases, were $7,425,000 in 2014, $6,401,000
in 2013, and $6,830,000 in 2012. Renewal options are available under certain of the lease agreements for various periods at
approximately the existing annual rental amounts.
Purchase and Sales Commitments - We have the following significant purchase and sales commitments.
Bayer Agreement - Subsidiaries within our Chemical Business, El Dorado Nitric Company and its subsidiaries (“EDN”) and
EDC, are party to an agreement (the “Bayer Agreement”) with Bayer MaterialScience LLC (“Bayer”). EDN operates Bayer’s
nitric acid plant (the “Baytown Facility”) located within Bayer’s chemical manufacturing complex. Under the terms of the Bayer
Agreement, Bayer purchases from EDN all of Bayer’s requirements for nitric acid for use in Bayer’s chemical manufacturing
complex located in Baytown, Texas that provides a pass-through of certain costs plus a profit. In addition, EDN is responsible
for the maintenance and operation of the Baytown Facility. If there is a change in control of EDN, Bayer has the right to terminate
the Bayer Agreement upon payment of certain fees to EDN. The Bayer Agreement expires in June 2021, with options for renewal.
Anhydrous ammonia purchase agreement - EDC is party to an anhydrous ammonia purchase agreement with Koch Nitrogen
International Sarl (“Koch”). Under the agreement, Koch agrees to supply certain of EDC’s requirements of anhydrous ammonia
through December 31, 2015. The terms of this agreement do not include minimum volumes or take-or-pay provisions.
UAN supply agreement – A subsidiary within our Chemical Business, Pryor Chemical Company (“PCC”), is party to a contract
with Koch Nitrogen Company, LLC (“Koch Nitrogen”) under which Koch Nitrogen agrees to purchase and distribute at market
prices substantially all of the urea ammonium nitrate (“UAN”) produced at the Pryor Facility through June 30, 2016, but either
party has an option to terminate the agreement pursuant to the terms of the contract (PCC’s required notice of termination is three
months and Koch Nitrogen’s required notice of termination is six months).
Natural gas gathering agreements – Zena owns approximately 12% working interest in certain natural gas properties but is not
the operator of these properties. The operator of the natural gas wells developed on these properties has contractually agreed to
deliver a minimum daily quantity of natural gas to a certain gathering and pipeline system through December 2026 to ensure
capacity availability on that system. This gathering agreement effectively requires a daily minimum demand charge. As a result,
Zena’s proportionate share of the annual minimum demand charges is approximately $8.9 million for the next five years and
approximately $5.7 million thereafter for a total of approximately $14.6 million.
Other purchase and sales commitments - See Note 12 - Derivatives, Hedges, Financial Instruments and Carbon Credits for our
commitments relating to derivative contracts and carbon credits at December 31, 2014. During 2014, certain subsidiaries within
the Chemical Business entered into contracts to purchase natural gas for anticipated production needs at certain of our chemical
facilities. Since these contracts are considered normal purchases because they provide for the purchase of natural gas that will
be delivered in quantities expected to be used over a reasonable period of time in the normal course of business and are
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Operating Leases20155,367$ 20164,474 20174,177 20183,909 20193,397 Thereafter3,805 Total minimum lease payments25,129$
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
11. Commitments and Contingencies (continued)
documented as such, these contracts are exempt from the accounting and reporting requirements relating to derivatives. At
December 31, 2014, our purchase commitments under these contracts included approximately 2.9 million MMBtu of natural gas.
These contracts extend through December 2015 at a weighted-average cost of $3.25 per MMBtu ($9.5 million) and a weighted-
average market value of $3.01 per MMBtu ($8.8 million). In addition, we had standby letters of credit outstanding of
approximately $2.6 million at December 31, 2014. We also had deposits from customers of $6.8 million for forward sales
commitments, most of which relate to our Chemical Business at December 31, 2014.
Notification of Termination of Sales Commitment - Ammonium nitrate supply agreement—Pursuant to a long-term cost-plus
supply agreement, EDC has agreed to supply Orica International Pte Ltd (“Orica”) with an annual minimum of 240,000 tons of
industrial grade ammonium nitrate (“AN”) produced at our El Dorado Facility. The agreement includes a provision for Orica to
pay for product not taken. The agreement also includes a required notice of termination of one year, with the termination date to
be no sooner than April 9, 2015. On March 31, 2014, EDC sent to Orica the required one-year notice that EDC will not renew
the agreement on or after April 9, 2015.
Planned Capital Additions – A subsidiary of EDC is party to various agreements with Leidos Constructors, LLC and others to
engineer, procure and construct an ammonia plant and certain support facilities. The estimated cost for this project ranges from
$275 million to $300 million, of which $128 million has been incurred and capitalized at December 31, 2014.
EDC is party to an agreement with Weatherly Inc. for the licensing, engineering, and procurement of major manufacturing
equipment for a new 65% strength nitric acid plant (“Nitric Acid Plant”) to be constructed at our El Dorado Facility. EDC is also
party to various agreements with Leidos Constructors, LLC and others to engineer, procure and construct the Nitric Acid Plant,
a nitric acid concentrator and certain support facilities at the El Dorado Facility. The estimated cost for this project ranges from
$125 million to $130 million, of which $96 million has been incurred and capitalized at December 31, 2014.
Wastewater Pipeline Operating Agreement – EDC is party to an operating agreement for the right to use a pipeline to dispose
its wastewater. EDC is contractually obligated to pay a portion of the operating costs of the pipeline, which portion is estimated
to be $100,000 to $150,000 annually. The initial term of the operating agreement is through December 2053.
Performance and Payment Bonds – We are contingently liable to sureties in respect of certain insurance bonds issued by the
sureties in connection with certain contracts entered into by certain subsidiaries in the normal course of business. These insurance
bonds primarily represent guarantees of future performance of our subsidiaries. As of December 31, 2014, we have agreed to
indemnify the sureties for payments, up to $10.6 million, made by them in respect of such bonds. All of these insurance bonds
are expected to expire or be renewed in 2015.
Universal Shelf Registration Statement - In November 2012, we filed a universal shelf registration statement on Form S-3,
with the SEC. The shelf registration statement provides that we could offer and sell up to $200 million of our securities consisting
of equity (common and preferred), debt (senior and subordinated), warrants and units, or a combination thereof. The shelf
registration statement expires in November 2015 unless we decide to file a post effective amendment.
Employment and Severance Agreements - We have an employment agreement and severance agreements with several of our
officers. The agreements, as amended, provide for annual base salaries, bonuses and other benefits commonly found in such
agreements. In the event of termination of employment due to a change in control (as defined in the agreements), the agreements
provide for payments aggregating $15.8 million at December 31, 2014.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
11. Commitments and Contingencies (continued)
Legal Matters - Following is a summary of certain legal matters involving the Company:
A. Environmental Matters
Our facilities and operations are subject to numerous federal, state and local environmental laws (“Environmental Laws”) and to
other laws regarding health and safety matters (“Health Laws”). In particular, the manufacture, production and distribution of
products by our Chemical Business are activities that entail environmental and public health risks and impose obligations under
the Environmental Laws and the Health Laws, many of which provide for certain performance obligations, substantial fines and
criminal sanctions for violations. There can be no assurance that we will not incur material costs or liabilities in complying with
such laws or in paying fines or penalties for violation of such laws. The Environmental Laws and Health Laws and enforcement
policies thereunder have in the past resulted, and could in the future result, in significant compliance expenses, cleanup costs (for
our sites or third-party sites where our wastes were disposed of), penalties or other liabilities relating to the handling, manufacture,
use, emission, discharge or disposal of hazardous or toxic materials at or from our facilities or the use or disposal of certain of its
chemical products. Historically, significant expenditures have been incurred by subsidiaries within our Chemical Business in
order to comply with the Environmental Laws and Health Laws and are reasonably expected to be incurred in the future. We will
also be obligated to manage certain discharge water outlets and monitor groundwater contaminants at our Chemical Business
facilities should we discontinue the operations of a facility. We do not operate the natural gas wells where we own a working
interest and compliance with Environmental Laws and Health Laws is controlled by others, with our Chemical Business being
responsible for its proportionate share of the costs involved. As of December 31, 2014, our accrued liabilities for environmental
matters totaled $408,000 relating primarily to matters discussed below. It is reasonably possible that a change in the estimate of
our liability could occur in the near term. Also see discussion in Note 8 - Asset Retirement Obligations.
1. Discharge Water Matters
Each of our chemical manufacturing facilities generates process wastewater, which may include cooling tower and boiler water
quality control streams, contact storm water (rain water inside the facility area that picks up contaminants) and miscellaneous
spills and leaks from process equipment. The process water discharge, storm-water runoff and miscellaneous spills and leaks are
governed by various permits generally issued by the respective state environmental agencies as authorized by the United States
Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”), subject to oversight by the EPA. These permits limit the type and amount of effluents
that can be discharged and controls the method of such discharge. The following are discharge water matters in relation to the
respective permits.
The El Dorado Facility is subject to a state National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (“NPDES”) discharge water permit
issued by the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality (“ADEQ”). The El Dorado Facility is currently operating under an
NPDES discharge water permit, which became effective in 2004 (“2004 NPDES permit”). In 2010, a preliminary draft of a
discharge water permit renewal for the El Dorado Facility, which contains more restrictive limits, was issued by the ADEQ.
EDC believes that the El Dorado Facility has generally demonstrated its ability to comply with applicable ammonia and nitrate
permit limits, but has, from time to time, had difficulty demonstrating consistent compliance with the more restrictive dissolved
minerals permit levels We do not believe this matter regarding meeting the permit requirements as to the dissolved minerals will
continue to be an issue as the result of the El Dorado Facility disposing its wastewater (beginning in September 2013), via a
pipeline constructed by the City of El Dorado, Arkansas.
During 2012, EDC paid a penalty of $100,000 to settle an Administrative Complaint issued by the EPA, and thereafter handled
by the United States Department of Justice (“DOJ”), relating to certain alleged violations of EDC’s 2004 NPDES permit for
alleged violations through 2010. The DOJ advised that some action would be taken for alleged violations occurring after 2010.
As of the date of this report, no action has been filed by the DOJ against EDC. The cost (or range of costs) cannot currently be
reasonably estimated regarding this matter. Therefore, no liability has been established at December 31, 2014.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
11. Commitments and Contingencies (continued)
In addition, the El Dorado Facility is currently operating under a consent administrative order (“2006 CAO”) that recognizes the
presence of nitrate contamination in the shallow groundwater. The 2006 CAO required EDC to continue semiannual groundwater
monitoring, to continue operation of a groundwater recovery system and to submit a human health and ecological risk assessment
to the ADEQ relating to the El Dorado Facility. The risk assessment was submitted in August 2007. The final remedy for shallow
groundwater contamination, should any remediation be required, will be selected pursuant to a new consent administrative order
and based upon the risk assessment. The cost of any additional remediation that may be required will be determined based on the
results of the investigation and risk assessment, of which cost (or range of costs) cannot currently be reasonably estimated.
Therefore, no liability has been established at December 31, 2014, in connection with this matter.
2. Air Matters
One of our subsidiaries, PCC, within our Chemical Business, has been advised that the Oklahoma Department of Environmental
Quality, (“ODEQ”) is conducting an investigation into whether the chemical production facility located in Pryor, Oklahoma (the
“Pryor Facility”) was in compliance with certain rules and regulations of the ODEQ and whether PCC’s reports of certain air
emissions relating primarily to 2011 were intentionally reported incorrectly to the ODEQ. Pursuant to the request of the ODEQ,
PCC submitted information and a report to the ODEQ as to the reports filed by the Pryor Facility relating to the air emissions in
question. In 2013, investigators with the ODEQ obtained documents from the Pryor Facility in connection with this investigation
pursuant to a search warrant and interviewed several employees at the facility. PCC has cooperated with the ODEQ in connection
with this investigation. As of December 31, 2014, we are not aware of any recommendations made or to be made by the ODEQ
with respect to legal action to be taken or recommended as a result of this ongoing investigation.
3. Other Environmental Matters
In 2002, two subsidiaries within our Chemical Business sold substantially all of their operating assets relating to a Kansas
chemical facility (“Hallowell Facility”) but retained ownership of the real property. Even though we continued to own the real
property, we did not assess our continuing involvement with our former Hallowell Facility to be significant and therefore
accounted for the sale as discontinued operations. Our subsidiary retained the obligation to be responsible for, and perform the
activities under, a previously executed consent order to investigate the surface and subsurface contamination at the real property
and develop a corrective action strategy based on the investigation. In addition, certain of our subsidiaries agreed to indemnify
the buyer of such assets for these environmental matters. Based on the assessment discussed above, we account for transactions
associated with the Hallowell Facility as discontinued operations.
The successor (“Chevron”) of a prior owner of the Hallowell Facility has agreed in writing, within certain limitations, to pay and
has been paying one-half of the costs of the investigation and interim measures relating to this matter as approved by the Kansas
Department of Environmental Quality, subject to reallocation.
Our subsidiary and Chevron are pursuing with the state of Kansas a course of long-term surface and groundwater monitoring to
track the natural decline in contamination. Currently, our subsidiary and Chevron are in the process of performing additional
surface and groundwater testing. We have accrued for our allocable portion of costs for the additional testing, monitoring and
risk assessments that could be reasonably estimated, which is included in our accrued liabilities for environmental matters
discussed above. The estimated amount is not discounted to its present value.
In addition during 2010, the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (“KDHE”) notified our subsidiary and Chevron that
the Hallowell Facility has been referred to the KDHE’s Natural Resources Trustee, which is to consider and recommend
restoration, replacement and/or whether to seek compensation. KDHE will consider the recommendations in its evaluation.
Currently, it is unknown what remediation and damages the KDHE would require, if any, but we believe that certain remediation
activities will be required to begin during 2015. The ultimate required remediation, if any, is unknown. The nature and extent of
a portion of the requirements are also not currently defined, and the associated costs (or range of costs) are not currently
reasonably estimable. Therefore, no liability has been established at December 31, 2014, in connection with the KDHE’s Natural
Resources Trustee matter.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
11. Commitments and Contingencies (continued)
B. Other Pending, Threatened or Settled Litigation
In 2013, an explosion and fire occurred at the West Fertilizer Co. (“West Fertilizer”), located in West, Texas, causing death,
bodily injury and substantial property damage. West Fertilizer is not owned or controlled by us, but West Fertilizer had been a
customer of EDC, purchasing AN from EDC from time to time. LSB and EDC previously received letters from counsel purporting
to represent subrogated insurance carriers, personal injury claimants and persons who suffered property damages informing them
that their clients are conducting investigations into the cause of the explosion and fire to determine, among other things, whether
AN manufactured by EDC and supplied to West Fertilizer was stored at West Fertilizer at the time of the explosion and, if so,
whether such AN may have been one of the contributing factors of the explosion. Other manufacturers of AN also supplied AN
to West Fertilizer. Initially, the lawsuits that had been filed named West Fertilizer and another supplier of AN as defendants.
There have been certain responses to discovery in connection with the pending lawsuits that possibly some of the AN products
at West Fertilizer at the time of the explosion may have been produced by EDC. In 2014, EDC and LSB were named as
defendants, together with other AN manufactures and brokers that arranged the transport and delivery of AN to West Fertilizer,
in the case styled City of West, Texas v CF Industries, Inc., et al, in the District Court of McLennan County, Texas. Plaintiffs are
alleging, among other things, that LSB and EDC were negligent in the production and marketing of fertilizer products sold to
West Fertilizer resulting in death, personal injury and property damage. EDC has retained a firm specializing in cause and origin
investigations, with particular experience with fertilizer facilities, to assist EDC in its own investigation. LSB and EDC have
placed its liability insurance carrier on notice, which carrier is handling the defense for LSB and EDC concerning this matter.
Our product liability insurance policies have aggregate limits of general liability totaling $100 million, with a self-insured
retention of $250,000. Our legal counsel in this matter has represented to us that while it is extremely early in this litigation, they
believe our chances of ultimately confirming the merits of EDC’s legal position are probable. However, if there is an adverse
outcome in this matter as to EDC, we are unable to estimate a possible range of loss at this time. As of December 31, 2014, no
liability has been established in connection with this matter, but we have incurred professional fees up to our self-insured retention
amount.
We are also involved in various other claims and legal actions including claims for damages resulting from water leaks related
to our Climate Control products and other product liability occurrences. Most of the product liability claims are covered by our
general liability insurance, which generally includes a deductible of $250,000 per claim. For any claims or legal actions that we
have assessed the likelihood of our liability as probable, we have recognized our estimated liability up to the applicable
deductible. At December 31, 2014, our accrued general liability insurance claims were $541,000 and are included in accrued and
other liabilities. It is possible that the actual future development of claims could be different from our estimates but, after
consultation with legal counsel, we believe that changes in our estimates will not have a material effect on our business, financial
condition, results of operations or cash flows.
12. Derivatives, Hedges, Financial Instruments and Carbon Credits
Periodically, we have three classes of contracts that are accounted for on a fair value basis, which are commodities futures/forward
contracts (“commodities contracts”), foreign exchange contracts and interest rate contracts as discussed below. All of these
contracts are used as economic hedges for risk management purposes but are not designated as hedging instruments. In addition
as discussed below, we are issued climate reserve tonnes (“carbon credits”), of which a certain portion of the carbon credits are
to be sold and the proceeds given to Bayer. The assets for carbon credits are accounted for on a fair value basis as discussed
below. Also, the contractual obligations to give the related proceeds to Bayer are accounted for on a fair value basis (as discussed
below) unless we enter into a firm sales commitment to sell the carbon credits as discussed in Note 1 - Summary of Significant
Accounting Policies. The valuations of these assets and liabilities were determined based on quoted market prices or, in instances
where market quotes are not available, other valuation techniques or models used to estimate fair values.
The valuations of contracts classified as Level 1 are based on quoted prices in active markets for identical contracts. The
valuations of contracts classified as Level 2 are based on quoted prices for similar contracts and valuation inputs other than quoted
prices that are observable for these contracts. At December 31, 2014, the valuations of contracts classified as Level 2 related to
certain futures/forward natural gas contracts, a foreign exchange contract and an interest rate swap contract. At December 31,
2013, the valuations of contracts classified as Level 2 related to an interest rate swap contract.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
12. Derivatives, Hedges, Financial Instruments and Carbon Credits (continued)
For the natural gas contracts, these contracts are valued using the prices pursuant to the terms of the contracts and using market
information for futures/forward natural gas prices. At December 31, 2014, the valuation inputs included the contractual weighted-
average cost of $3.24 per MMBtu and the estimated weighted-average market value of $2.99 per MMBtu.
For foreign exchange contracts, these contracts are valued using the foreign currency exchange rates pursuant to the terms of the
contract and using market information for foreign currency exchange rates. The valuation inputs included the total contractual
exchange rate of 1.27 and the total estimated market exchange rate of 1.22 (U.S. Dollar/Euro). For interest rate swap contracts,
we utilize valuation software and market data from a third-party provider. These contracts are valued using a discounted cash
flow model that calculates the present value of future cash flows pursuant to the terms of the contracts and using market
information for forward interest-rate yield curves. At December 31, 2014, the valuation inputs included the contractual weighted-
average pay rate of 3.23% and the estimated market weighted-average receive rate of 0.53%. No valuation input adjustments
were considered necessary relating to nonperformance risk for the contracts as discussed above.
The valuations of assets and liabilities classified as Level 3 are based on prices or valuation techniques that require inputs that
are both unobservable and significant to the overall fair value measurement. At December 31, 2014 and 2013, the valuations
($2.50 and $1.00 per carbon credit, respectively) of the carbon credits and the contractual obligations associated with these carbon
credits are classified as Level 3 and are based on the most recent sales transaction and reevaluated for market changes, if any,
and on the range of ask/bid prices obtained from a broker adjusted for minimal market volume activity, respectively. The
valuations are using undiscounted cash flows based on management’s assumption that the carbon credits would be sold and the
associated contractual obligations would be extinguished in the near term. In addition, no valuation input adjustments were
considered necessary relating to nonperformance risk for the carbon credits and associated contractual obligations.
Commodities Contracts
Raw materials for use in our manufacturing processes include copper used by our Climate Control Business and natural gas and
platinum used by our Chemical Business. As part of our raw material price risk management, we periodically enter into
futures/forward contracts for these materials, which contracts may be required to be accounted for on a mark-to-market basis. At
December 31, 2014, our futures/forward copper contracts include 1,750,000 pounds of copper, extend through May 2015 at a
weighted-average cost of $2.98 per pound. At December 31, 2013, we did not have any futures/forward copper contracts. At
December 31, 2014, our futures/forward natural gas contracts (accounted for on a mark-to-market basis) include approximately
8,279,000 MMBtu of natural gas, extend through June 2016 at a weighted-average cost of $3.24 per MMBtu. At December 31,
2013, our futures/forward natural gas contracts include 1,530,000 MMBtu of natural gas, extend through October 2014 at a
weighted-average cost of $3.98 per MMBtu. At December 31, 2014, our futures/forward platinum contracts include 3,000 ounces
of platinum, extend through April 2015 at a weighted-average cost of $1,224.26 per ounce. At December 31, 2013, we did not
have any futures/forward platinum contracts. The cash flows relating to these contracts are included in cash flows from
continuing operating activities.
Foreign Exchange Contracts
One of our business operations purchases industrial machinery and related components from vendors outside of the United States.
As part of our foreign currency risk management, we periodically enter into foreign exchange contracts, which set the U.S.
Dollar/Euro exchange rates. At December 31, 2014, our foreign exchange contract was for the receipt of approximately 819,000
Euros through May 2015 at the contractual exchange rate of 1.27 (U.S. Dollar/Euro). At December 31, 2013, we did not have
any foreign exchange contracts. These contracts are free-standing derivatives and are accounted for on a mark-to-market basis.
The cash flows relating to these contracts are included in cash flows from continuing operating activities.
Interest Rate Contracts
As part of our interest rate risk management, we periodically purchase and/or enter into various interest rate contracts. In February
2011, we entered into an interest rate swap at no cost, which sets a fixed three-month LIBOR rate of 3.23% on a declining balance
(from $23.8 million to $18.8 million) for the period beginning in April 2012 through March 2016. This contract is a free-standing
derivative and is accounted for on a mark-to-market basis. During each of the three years ended December 31, 2014, no cash
flows occurred relating to the purchase or sale of interest rate contracts. The cash flows associated with the interest rate swap
payments are included in cash flows from continuing operating activities.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
12. Derivatives, Hedges, Financial Instruments and Carbon Credits (continued)
Carbon Credits and Associated Contractual Obligation
Periodically, we are issued carbon credits by the Climate Action Reserve in relation to a greenhouse gas reduction project
(“Project”) performed at the Baytown Facility. Pursuant to the terms of the agreement with Bayer, a certain portion of the carbon
credits are to be used to recover the costs of the Project, and any balance thereafter to be allocated between Bayer and EDN. We
have no obligation to reimburse Bayer for their costs associated with the Project, except through the transfer or sale of the carbon
credits when such credits are issued to us. The assets for carbon credits are accounted for on a fair value basis and the contractual
obligations associated with these carbon credits are also accounted for on a fair value basis (unless we enter into a sales
commitment to sell the carbon credits). At December 31, 2014 and 2013, we had approximately 1,112,000 and 1,284,000 carbon
credits, respectively, all of which were subject to contractual obligations. The cash flows associated with the carbon credits and
the associated contractual obligations are included in cash flows from continuing investing activities.
The following details our assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis at December 31, 2014 and
2013:
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Total Fair Value at December 31, 2014Quoted Prices in Active Markets for Identical Assets (Level 1)Significant Other Observable Inputs (Level 2)Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3)Total Fair Value at December 31, 2013(In Thousands)Assets - Supplies, prepaiditems and other:Commodities contracts-$ -$ -$ -$ 31$ Carbon credits2,779 - - 2,779 1,284 Total 2,779$ -$ -$ 2,779$ 1,315$ Liabilities - Current and noncurrent accrued and other liabilities:Commodities contracts2,440$ 316$ 2,124$ -$ -$ Contractual obligations -carbon credits2,779 - - 2,779 1,284 Interest rate contracts671 - 671 - 1,240 Foreign exchange contracts44 - 44 - - Total5,934$ 316$ 2,839$ 2,779$ 2,524$ Fair Value Measurements at December 31, 2014 UsingDescription
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
12. Derivatives, Hedges, Financial Instruments and Carbon Credits (continued)
None of our assets or liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis transferred between Level 1 and Level 2 classifications
for the periods presented below except for certain futures/forward natural gas contracts (an asset with an estimated fair value of
$31,000 at December 31, 2013) that were transferred from Level 1 to Level 2 since a portion of these contracts were expected to
be settled on dates that quoted prices were not available. As a result, we are utilizing observable market data other than quoted
prices to value these contracts. The classification transfer of the contracts was deemed to occur in the first quarter of 2014. In
addition, the following is a reconciliation of the beginning and ending balances for assets and liabilities measured at fair value
on a recurring basis using significant unobservable inputs (Level 3):
Net gains (losses) included in earnings and the income statement classifications are as follows:
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201420132012201420132012Beginning balance1,284$ 91$ 42$ (1,284)$ (91)$ (42)$ Transfers into Level 3- - - - - - Transfers out of Level 3- - - - - - Total realized and unrealizedgains (losses) included inearnings3,089 1,233 876 (2,799) (1,233) (721) Purchases- - - - - - Issuances- - - - - - Sales(1,594) (40) (827) - - - Settlements- - - 1,304 40 672 Ending balance2,779$ 1,284$ 91$ (2,779)$ (1,284)$ (91)$ Total gains (losses) for the period2,110$ 1,193$ 78$ (2,110)$ (1,193)$ (78)$ AssetsLiabilities(In Thousands)included in earnings attributed to the change in unrealized gains or losses on assets and liabilities still held at the reporting date201420132012Total net gains (losses) included in earnings:Cost of sales - Undesignated commodities contracts(1,198)$ (244)$ 14$ Cost of sales - Undesignated foreign exchange contracts(49) - (19) Other income - Carbon credits3,089 1,233 876 Other expense - Contractual obligations relating to carbon credits(2,799) (1,233) (721) Interest expense - Undesignated interest rate contracts(71) (33) (523) Total net losses included in earnings(1,028)$ (277)$ (373)$ (In Thousands)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
12. Derivatives, Hedges, Financial Instruments and Carbon Credits (continued)
At December 31, 2014 and 2013, we did not have any financial instruments with fair values significantly different from their
carrying amounts, except for the Senior Secured Notes. At December 31, 2014, the estimated fair value of the Senior Secured
Notes exceeded the carrying value by approximately $17 million based on a quoted price of 104.0. At December 31, 2013, the
estimated fair value of the Senior Secured Notes exceeded the carrying by approximately $20 million based on a range of ask/bid
prices (104.5 to 104.9). These valuations are classified as Level 2. The valuations of our other long-term debt agreements are
classified as Level 3 and are based on valuation techniques that require inputs that are both unobservable and significant to the
overall fair value measurement. The fair value measurements of our other long-term debt agreements are valued using a
discounted cash flow model that calculates the present value of future cash flows pursuant to the terms of the debt agreements
and applies estimated current market interest rates. The estimated current market interest rates are based primarily on interest
rates currently being offered on borrowings of similar amounts and terms. In addition, no valuation input adjustments were
considered necessary relating to nonperformance risk for our debt agreements. The fair value of financial instruments is not
indicative of the overall fair value of our assets and liabilities since financial instruments do not include all assets, including
intangibles, and all liabilities. Also see discussions concerning certain assets and liabilities initially accounted for on a fair value
basis under Note 8 - Asset Retirement Obligations.
13. Stockholders’ Equity
2008 Stock Incentive Plan - During 2014, our stockholders approved an amendment to our Incentive Stock Plan (the “2008
Plan”). As amended, the total number of shares of our common stock for which awards may be granted under the 2008 Plan is
1,975,000 shares, subject to adjustment. Under the 2008 Plan, awards may be made to any employee, officer or director of the
Company and its affiliated companies. An award may also be granted to any consultant, agent, advisor or independent contractor
for bona fide services rendered to the Company or any affiliate (as defined in the 2008 Plan), subject to certain conditions. The
2008 Plan is being administered by the compensation and stock option committee (the “Committee”) of our Board of Directors.
Our Board of Directors or the Committee may amend the 2008 Plan, except that if any applicable statute, rule or regulation
requires shareholder approval with respect to any amendment of the 2008 Plan, then to the extent so required, shareholder
approval will be obtained. Shareholder approval will also be obtained for any amendment that would increase the number of
shares stated as available for issuance under the 2008 Plan. Unless sooner terminated by our Board of Directors, the 2008 Plan
expires on June 5, 2018.
The following may be granted by the Committee under the 2008 Plan:
Stock Options - The Committee may grant either incentive stock options or non-qualified stock options. The Committee
sets option exercise prices and terms, except that the exercise price of a stock option may be no less than 100% of the fair market
value, as defined in the 2008 Plan, of the shares on the date of grant. At the time of grant, the Committee will have sole discretion
in determining when stock options are exercisable and when they expire, except that the term of a stock option cannot exceed 10
years.
Stock Appreciation Rights (“SARs”) - The Committee may grant SARs as a right in tandem with the number of shares
underlying stock options granted under the 2008 Plan or on a stand-alone basis. SARs are the right to receive payment per share
of the SAR exercised in stock or in cash equal to the excess of the share’s fair market value, as defined in the 2008 Plan, on the
date of exercise over its fair market value on the date the SAR was granted. Exercise of a SAR issued in tandem with stock
options will result in the reduction of the number of shares underlying the related stock option to the extent of the SAR exercise.
Stock Awards, Restricted Stock, Restricted Stock Units, and Other Awards - The Committee may grant awards of restricted
stock, restricted stock units, and other stock and cash-based awards, which may include the payment of stock in lieu of cash
(including cash payable under other incentive or bonus programs) or the payment of cash (which may or may not be based on the
price of our common stock).
Outside Director Stock Option Plan - In addition to the 2008 Plan discussed above, we have an Outside Director Stock Option
Plan (the “Outside Director Plan”). The Outside Director Plan authorizes the grant of non-qualified stock options to each member
of our Board of Directors who is not an officer or employee of LSB or its subsidiaries.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
13. Stockholders’ Equity (continued)
The Outside Director Plan also provides that each outside director may elect to receive all or any portion of his or her director
fee for services rendered as a director of LSB in shares of LSB’s common stock, provided that the outside director elects to
receive shares in payment of his or her director fee each calendar quarter.
Stock-Based Compensation - During 2014, the Committee approved the grants under the 2008 Plan of 489,000 shares of stock
options (the “2014 Options”) to certain employees. The exercise price of the 2014 Options was equal to the market value of our
common stock at the date of grant. The 2014 Options vest at the end of each one-year period at the rate of 16.5% per year for
the first five years and the remaining unvested options will vest at the end of the sixth year. The 2014 Options expire in 2024.
The fair value for the 2014 Options was estimated, using an option pricing model, as of the date of the grant, which date was also
the service inception date. During 2013 and 2012, the Committee did not grant any awards under the 2008 Plan.
The fair value for the 2014 Options was estimated using a Black-Scholes-Merton option pricing model with the following
assumptions:
risk-free interest rate based on an U.S. Treasury zero-coupon issue with a term approximating the estimated expected life as
of the grant date;
a dividend yield based on historical data;
volatility factors of the expected market price of our common stock based on historical volatility of our common stock
primarily over approximately six years from the date of grant; and
a weighted-average expected life of the options based on the historical exercise behavior of these employees and outside
director, if applicable.
The following table summarizes information about these granted stock options:
(1) Information relates to stock options granted since 2006.
At December 31, 2014, the total stock-based compensation expense not yet recognized is $9,072,000 relating to non-vested stock
options, which we will be amortizing (subject to adjustments for forfeitures) through the respective remaining vesting periods.
Stock Option Plans and Grants - At December 31, 2014, we have options outstanding under a 1998 Stock Option Plan (“1998
Plan”) and the 2008 Plan as discussed above. The 1998 Plan has expired, and accordingly, no additional options may be granted
from the 1998 Plan. Options granted prior to the expiration of this plan continue to remain valid thereafter in accordance with
their terms. The exercise price of the outstanding options granted under the 1998 and 2008 Plans was equal to the market value
of our common stock at the date of grant.
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201420132012Weighted-average risk-free interest rate1.83%N/AN/ADividend yield-N/AN/AWeighted-average expected volatility45.18%N/AN/ATotal weighted-average expected forfeiture rate7.88%N/AN/AWeighted-average expected life (years)5.90N/AN/A5.832.453.38Total fair value of options granted7,262,000$ N/AN/AStock-based compensation expense - Cost of sales (1)255,000$ 227,000$ 278,000$ Stock-based compensation expense - SG&A (1)1,660,000$ 1,315,000$ 1,374,000$ Income tax benefit (1)(747,000)$ (601,000)$ (603,000)$ Total weighted-average remaining vesting period in years (1)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
13. Stockholders’ Equity (continued)
The following information relates to our stock option plans:
In addition to our stock option plans, in 2006 our stockholders approved the grant of 450,000 shares of stock options (the “2006
Options”) to certain Climate Control Business employees. The exercise price of the 2006 Options is $8.01 per share. At
December 31, 2014, there were 120,000 options outstanding related to the 2006 Options, of which 30,000 are exercisable.
The following information relates to our stock options:
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2008 Plan1998 Plan Outside Director Plan Maximum number of securities for issuance1,975,000 N/A400,000 Number of awards available to be granted869,170 N/A280,000 Number of options outstanding828,848 7,000 -Number of options exercisable228,748 7,000 -December 31, 2014Shares Weighted-Average Exercise Price Outstanding at beginning of year599,630 18.57$ Granted489,000 33.13$ Exercised(121,742) 8.82$ Cancelled, forfeited or expired(11,040) 33.71$ Outstanding at end of year955,848 27.09$ Exercisable at end of year265,748 19.36$ 2014201420132012Weighted-average fair value per option granted during year14.85$ N/A N/A Total intrinsic value of options exercised during the year3,461,000$ 2,970,000$ 2,469,000$ Total fair value of options vested during the year1,502,000$ 1,565,000$ 1,592,000$
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
13. Stockholders’ Equity (continued)
Preferred Share Rights Plan - On January 5, 2009, a renewed shareholder rights plan became effective upon the expiration of
our previous shareholder rights plan. The rights plan will impact a potential acquirer unless the acquirer negotiates with our
Board of Directors and the Board of Directors approves the transaction. Pursuant to the renewed plan, one preferred share
purchase right (a “Right”) is attached to each currently outstanding or subsequently issued share of our common stock. Prior to
becoming exercisable, the Rights trade together with our common stock. In general, if a person or group acquires or announces
a tender or exchange offer for 15% or more of our common stock (except for the Golsen Group and certain other limited excluded
persons), then the Rights become exercisable. Each Right entitles the holder (other than the person or group that triggers the
Rights being exercisable) to purchase from us one one-hundredth of a share of Series 4 Junior Participating Preferred Stock, no
par value (the “Preferred Stock”), at an exercise price of $47.75 per one one-hundredth of a share, subject to adjustment. If a
person or group acquires 15% or more of our common stock, each Right will entitle the holder (other than the person or group
that triggered the Rights being exercisable) to purchase shares of our common stock (or, in certain circumstances, cash or other
securities) having a market value of twice the exercise price of a Right at such time. Under certain circumstances, each Right
will entitle the holder (other than the person or group that triggered the Rights being exercisable) to purchase the common stock
of the acquirer having a market value of twice the exercise price of a Right at such time. In addition, under certain circumstances,
our Board of Directors may exchange each Right (other than those held by the acquirer) for one share of our common stock,
subject to adjustment. Our Board of Directors may redeem the Rights at a price of $0.01 per Right generally at any time before
10 days after the Rights become exercisable. Our Board of Directors may exchange all or part of the Rights (except to the person
or group that triggered the Rights being exercisable) for our common stock at an exchange ratio of one common share per Right
until the person triggering the Right becomes the beneficial owner of 50% or more of our common stock.
Other – As of December 31, 2014, we have reserved 1.9 million shares of common stock issuable upon potential conversion of
preferred stocks and stock options pursuant to their respective terms.
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Shares OutstandingWeighted-Average Remaining Contractual Life in YearsWeighted-Average Exercise PriceIntrinsic Value of Shares Outstanding5.10$ 7,000 0.92 5.10$ 184,000$ 7.86$ -8.17$ 162,950 2.19 7.97$ 3,825,000 9.69$ -9.97$ 75,248 3.73 9.69$ 1,636,000 29.99$ -34.50$ 710,650 8.81 33.53$ 8,000 5.10$ -34.50$ 955,848 7.22 27.09$ 5,653,000$ Stock Options Outstanding At December 31, 2014Exercise PricesShares OutstandingWeighted-Average Remaining Contractual Life in YearsWeighted-Average Exercise PriceIntrinsic Value of Shares Outstanding5.10$ 7,000 0.92 5.10$ 184,000$ 7.86$ -8.17$ 72,950 2.73 7.92$ 1,716,000 9.69$ -9.97$ 75,248 3.73 9.69$ 1,636,000 29.99$ -34.50$ 110,550 6.80 34.40$ 4,000 5.10$ -34.50$ 265,748 4.66 19.36$ 3,540,000$ Stock Options Exercisable At December 31, 2014Exercise Prices
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
14. Non-Redeemable Preferred Stock
Series B Preferred - The 20,000 shares of Series B 12% cumulative, convertible preferred stock (“Series B Preferred”), $100
par value, are convertible, in whole or in part, into 666,666 shares of our common stock (33.3333 shares of common stock for
each share of preferred stock) at any time at the option of the holder and entitle the holder to one vote per share. The Series B
Preferred provides for annual cumulative dividends of 12% from date of issue, payable when and as declared. All of the
outstanding shares of the Series B Preferred are owned by the Golsen Group.
Series D Preferred - The 1,000,000 shares of Series D 6% cumulative, convertible Class C preferred stock (“Series D Preferred”)
have no par value and are convertible, in whole or in part, into 250,000 shares of our common stock (1 share of common stock
for 4 shares of preferred stock) at any time at the option of the holder. Dividends on the Series D Preferred are cumulative and
payable annually in arrears at the rate of 6% per annum of the liquidation preference of $1.00 per share. Each holder of the Series
D Preferred shall be entitled to .875 votes per share. All of the outstanding shares of Series D Preferred are owned by the Golsen
Group.
Cash Dividends Paid – During 2014, 2013 and 2012, we paid the following cash dividends on our non-redeemable preferred
stock in each of the respective year:
$240,000 on the Series B Preferred ($12.00 per share) and
$60,000 on the Series D Preferred ($0.06 per share).
At December 31, 2014, there were no dividends in arrears.
Other - At December 31, 2014, we are authorized to issue an additional 230,000 shares of $100 par value preferred stock and an
additional 4,000,000 shares of no par value preferred stock. Upon issuance, our Board of Directors will determine the specific
terms and conditions of such preferred stock.
15. Executive Benefit Agreements and Employee Savings Plans
We are party to various individual benefit agreements (“1992 Agreements”) and death benefit agreements (“1981 Agreements”)
with certain key executives and a death benefit agreement (“2005 Agreement”) with our Executive Chairman. The 1992
Agreements provide for annual benefit payments for life (in addition to salary) payable in monthly installments when the
employee reaches age 65. In addition, should the executive die prior to attaining the age of 65, we will pay the beneficiary named
in the agreement a monthly amount as specified in the agreement over a ten-year period. These benefits are forfeited if the
respective executive’s employment is terminated prior to age 65 for any reason other than death. The 1992 Agreements may be
terminated by the Company at any time and for any reason prior to the death of the employee.
The 1981 Agreements provide for death benefits should the executive die while employed. Upon such of an event, we will pay
the beneficiary named in the agreement a monthly amount as specified in the agreement over a ten-year period. These benefits
are forfeited if the respective executive’s employment is terminated for any reason prior to death. The 1981 Agreements may be
terminated by the Company at any time and for any reason prior to the death of the employee.
The 2005 Agreement provides that, upon our Executive Chairman’s death, we will pay to our Executive Chairman’s designated
beneficiary, a lump-sum payment of $2,500,000 to be funded from the net proceeds received by us under certain life insurance
policies on our Executive Chairman’s life that are owned by us. We are obligated to keep in existence life insurance policies
with a total face amount of no less than $2,500,000 of the stated death benefit. The benefit under the 2005 Agreement is not
contingent upon continued employment and may be amended at any time by written agreement executed by the Executive
Chairman and the Company.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
15. Executive Benefit Agreements and Employee Savings Plans (continued)
The following table includes information about these agreements:
Accrued death and executive benefits under the above agreements are included in current and noncurrent accrued and other
liabilities. We accrue for such liabilities when they become probable and discount the liabilities to their present value.
To assist us in funding the benefit agreements discussed above and for other business reasons, we purchased life insurance
policies on various individuals in which we are the beneficiary. The net cash surrender values of these policies are included in
other assets. The following table summarizes certain information about these life insurance policies.
Employee Savings Plans - We sponsor a savings plan under Section 401(k) of the Internal Revenue Code under which
participation is available to substantially all full-time employees. We do not presently contribute to this plan except for certain
employees within the Chemical Business, which amounts were not material for each of the three years ended December 31, 2014.
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20142013Total undiscounted death benefits6,417$ 6,417$ Total accrued death benefits4,054$ 4,121$ Total undiscounted executive benefits1,900$ 1,904$ Total accrued executive benefits1,363$ 1,280$ December 31, (In Thousands)December 31, 201420132012(In Thousands)Costs associated with executive benefits included in SG&A, net166$ (2)$ 186$ 20142013Total face value of life insurance policies26,242$ 26,242$ Total cash surrender values of life insurance policies6,936$ 6,184$ December 31,(In Thousands)201420132012Cost of life insurance premiums1,224$ 1,159$ 851$ Increases in cash surrender values(752) (745) (479) Net cost of life insurance premiums included in SG&A472$ 414$ 372$ (In Thousands)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
16. Other Expense, Income and Non-Operating Other Income, net
(1) Amount relates to the dismantling and demolition of certain plant and equipment at our chemical facilities.
(2) Amounts relate primarily to settlements reached with certain vendors of our Chemical Business.
17. Segment Information
Factors Used by Management to Identify the Enterprise’s Reportable Segments and Measurement of Segment Income or
Loss and Segment Assets
We have three operating segments (business segments) but only two reportable segments: the Chemical Business and the Climate
Control Business. A reportable segment may include several business units that offer similar products and services. The
reportable segments are managed separately from each other because they manufacture and distribute distinct products with
different production processes.
We evaluate performance and allocate resources based on operating results. The accounting policies of the reportable segments
are the same as those described in the summary of significant accounting policies.
Description of Each Reportable Segment
Chemical Business -The Chemical Business segment primarily manufactures and sells:
anhydrous ammonia, fertilizer grade AN, UAN, and AN ammonia solution for agricultural applications,
high purity and commercial grade anhydrous ammonia, high purity AN, sulfuric acids, concentrated, blended and
regular nitric acid, mixed nitrating acids, carbon dioxide, and diesel exhaust fluid for industrial applications, and
industrial grade AN and solutions for the mining industry.
Our chemical production facilities are located in El Dorado, Arkansas; Cherokee, Alabama; Pryor, Oklahoma; and Baytown,
Texas. Sales to customers of this segment primarily include farmers, ranchers, fertilizer dealers and distributors primarily in the
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201420132012Other expense:Realized and unrealized losses on contractual obligationsassociated with carbon credits2,799$ 1,233$ 721$ Losses on sales and disposals of property and equipment1,312 737 996 Dismantle and demolition expense (1)559 2,578 - Miscellaneous penalties18 824 112 Miscellaneous expense197 302 289 Total other expense4,885$ 5,674$ 2,118$ Other income:Realized and unrealized gains on carbon credits3,089$ 1,233$ 876$ Settlements of litigation and potential litigation (2)- 545 2,303 Miscellaneous income676 545 632 Total other income3,765$ 2,323$ 3,811$ Other expense (income), net1,120$ 3,351$ (1,693)$ Non-operating other expense (income), net:Interest income(301)$ (165)$ (87)$ Miscellaneous income- (1) (263) Miscellaneous expense20 66 69 Total non-operating other income, net(281)$ (100)$ (281)$ (In Thousands)
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
17. Segment Information (continued)
ranch land and grain production markets in the United States; industrial users of acids throughout the United States and parts of
Canada; and explosive manufacturers in the United States.
During the last three years, our Chemical Business encountered a number of significant issues including an explosion in one of
our nitric acid plants at the El Dorado Facility in May 2012, a pipe rupture that damaged the ammonia plant at the Cherokee
Facility in November 2012, unplanned downtime at the Cherokee Facility in December 2014, and numerous mechanical issues
at the Pryor Facility, all resulting in lost production and causing an adverse effect on our sales and operating income for the
periods presented. Also see footnotes (2) and (3) below and Note 20 – Property and Business Interruption Insurance Claims and
Recoveries relating to business interruption and property insurance recoveries.
Other products relate to working interests in certain natural gas properties. In 2012 and 2013, a subsidiary within our Chemical
Business acquired these working interests. Since our Chemical Business purchases a significant amount of natural gas as a
feedstock for the production of anhydrous ammonia, management considers these acquisitions as economic hedges against a
portion of a potential rise in natural gas prices in the future for a portion of our future natural gas production requirements. We
report the working interests as part of the Chemical Business reportable segment. All of our natural gas producing activities are
within the United States (in Pennsylvania).
As of December 31, 2014, our Chemical Business employed 545 persons, with 166 represented by unions under agreements,
which will expire in November of 2016 through October of 2018.
Climate Control Business - The Climate Control Business segment manufactures and sells the following variety of heating,
ventilation, and air conditioning (“HVAC”) products:
water source and geothermal heat pumps,
hydronic fan coils, and
other HVAC products including large custom air handlers, modular geothermal and other chillers and other products
and services.
These HVAC products are primarily for use in commercial/institutional and residential new building construction, renovation of
existing buildings and replacement of existing systems. Our various facilities located in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma comprise
substantially all of the Climate Control segment’s operations. Sales to customers of this segment primarily include original
equipment manufacturers, contractors and independent sales representatives located throughout the world.
Other - The business operation classified as “Other” primarily sells industrial machinery and related components to machine
tool dealers and end users located primarily in North America.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
17. Segment Information (continued)
Information about our continuing operations in different business segments is detailed below.
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201420132012Net sales:Chemical (1):Agricultural products215,523$ 167,614$ 217,329$ Industrial acids and other chemical products160,104 141,936 162,498 Mining products67,043 63,042 96,538 Other products12,232 8,077 1,448 Total Chemical454,902 380,669 477,813 Climate Control:Water source and geothermal heat pumps168,804 183,757 162,697 Hydronic fan coils61,307 64,541 55,812 Other HVAC products35,247 36,720 47,662 Total Climate Control265,358 285,018 266,171 Other12,250 13,600 15,047 732,510$ 679,287$ 759,031$ Gross profit:Chemical (1) (2)66,565$ 46,165$ 97,692$ Climate Control82,443 92,907 80,981 Other4,347 4,484 5,063 153,355$ 143,556$ 183,736$ Operating income:Chemical (1) (2) (3)51,281$ 87,784$ 82,101$ Climate Control21,675 30,386 25,834 Other1,771 1,699 2,091 General corporate expenses (4)(21,365) (14,561) (14,371) 53,362 105,308 95,655 Interest expense, net (5)21,599 13,986 4,237 Losses on extinguishment of debt- 1,296 - Non-operating expense (income), net:Chemical (249) (1) (1) Climate Control- (1) (1) Corporate and other business operations(32) (98) (279) Provisions for income taxes12,400 35,421 33,594 Equity in earnings of affiliate - Climate Control(79) (436) (681) Income from continuing operations19,723$ 55,141$ 58,786$ (In Thousands)
LSB Industries, Inc.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
17. Segment Information (continued)
(1) As discussed above under “Chemical Business”, during the last three years, our Chemical Business encountered a number of
significant issues at certain of our facilities resulting in lost production and adverse effects on operating results. However, some
of these issues were covered by our business interruption and property insurance policies.
(2) For 2014, 2013, and 2012, we recognized business interruption insurance recoveries, of which $22.9 million, $28.4 million,
and $7.3 million, respectively, were classified as reductions to cost of sales.
(3) For 2014 and 2013, we recognized property insurance recoveries, of which $5.1 million and $66.3 million, were classified as
property insurance recoveries in excess of losses incurred (none for 2012).
(4) General corporate expenses consist of the following:
(A) During the first quarter of 2014, we incurred fees and expenses in evaluating and analyzing proposals received
from certain activist shareholders and dealing, negotiating and settling with those shareholders in order to
avoid a proxy contest in 2014.
(5) For 2014, 2013 and 2012, interest expense is net of capitalized interest of $14.1 million, $4.0 million and $0.4 million,
respectively.
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201420132012Selling, general and administrative:Personnel costs(8,434)$ (8,096)$ (8,110)$ Fees and expenses relating to certain activist shareholders'proposals (A)(4,163)$ -$ -$ Professional fees(4,536) (4,813) (4,116) All other(4,312) (2,208) (2,533) Total selling, general and administrative(21,445) (15,117) (14,759) Other income97 584 388 Other expense(17) (28) - Total general corporate expenses(21,365)$ (14,561)$ (14,371)$ (In Thousands)
LSB Industries, Inc.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
17. Segment Information (continued)
Information about our PP&E and total assets by business segment is detailed below:
Net sales by business segment include net sales to unaffiliated customers as reported in the consolidated financial statements.
Net sales classified as “Other” consist of sales of industrial machinery and related components. Intersegment net sales are not
significant.
Gross profit by business segment represents net sales less cost of sales. Gross profit classified as “Other” relates to the sales of
industrial machinery and related components.
Our chief operating decision makers use operating income by business segment for purposes of making decisions that include
resource allocations and performance evaluations. Operating income by business segment represents gross profit by business
segment less SG&A incurred by each business segment plus other income and other expense earned/incurred by each business
segment before general corporate expenses. General corporate expenses consist of SG&A, other income and other expense that
are not allocated to one of our business segments.
Identifiable assets by business segment are those assets used in the operations of each business. Corporate assets are those
principally owned by LSB or by subsidiaries not involved in the three business segments.
All net sales and long-lived assets relate to domestic operations for the periods presented.
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201420132012Depreciation, depletion and amortization of PP&E:Chemical30,364$ 23,497$ 16,355$ Climate Control4,946 4,707 4,250 Other34 49 32 Corporate assets320 57 44 Total depreciation, depletion and amortization of PP&E35,664$ 28,310$ 20,681$ Additions to PP&E:Chemical238,070$ 160,343$ 141,399$ Climate Control1,859 5,576 5,816 Other27 65 889 Corporate148 435 2,701 Total additions to PP&E240,104$ 166,419$ 150,805$ Total assets at December 31:Chemical929,745$ 842,725$ 394,479$ Climate Control133,183 159,960 139,526 Other5,960 6,832 8,204 Corporate68,117 73,580 34,403 Total assets1,137,005$ 1,083,097$ 576,612$ (In Thousands)
LSB Industries, Inc.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
17. Segment Information (continued)
Net sales to unaffiliated customers are to U.S. customers except foreign export sales as follows:
In general, foreign export sales are attributed based upon the location of the customer.
18. Related Party Transactions
In 2014, 2013 and 2012, we paid annual dividends totaling $300,000 on our Series B Preferred and our Series D Preferred. The
Series B Preferred and Series D Preferred are non-redeemable preferred stocks issued in 1986 and 2001, respectively, of which
all outstanding shares are owned by the Golsen Group.
19. Supplemental Cash Flow Information
The following provides additional information relating to cash flow activities:
20. Property and Business Interruption Insurance Claims and Recoveries
El Dorado Facility
On May 15, 2012, the El Dorado Facility suffered significant damage when a reactor in its 98% strength nitric acid plant (“DSN
plant”) exploded. No employees or individuals in the surrounding area were seriously injured as a result of the explosion. In
addition, several other plants and infrastructure within the El Dorado Facility sustained various degrees of damage. Our insurance
policy provided for repair or replacement cost coverage relating to property damage with a $1.0 million deductible and provided
for business interruption coverage for certain lost profits and extra expense with a 30-day waiting period. We concluded that due
to the extensive damage, the DSN plant should not be repaired but should be replaced with a new 65% strength nitric acid plant
and a separate nitric acid concentrator.
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Geographic Area201420132012(In Thousands)Canada19,334$ 19,976$ 21,079$ Other 12,642 14,178 11,091 31,976$ 34,154$ 32,170$ 201420132012Cash payments (refunds) for:Interest on long-term debt and other21,063$ 451$ 4,325$ Income taxes, net(3,999)$ 13,320$ 21,766$ Noncash investing and financing activities:Insurance claims receivable associated with property, plant and equipment-$ 249$ 546$ Other assets, accounts payable, other liabilities, and long-term debtassociated with additions of property, plant and equipment34,636$ 14,465$ 15,522$ Accounts payable, long-term debt associated with additions of capitalized internal-use software and software development5,303$ 4,011$ -$ Secured term loan extinguished-$ 66,563$ -$ Debt issuance costs incurred associated with senior secured notes-$ 6,498$ -$ Debt issuance costs written off associated with secured term loan-$ 630$ -$ Prepayment premium incurred associated with secured term loan-$ 666$ -$ (In Thousands)
LSB Industries, Inc.
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements (continued)
20. Property and Business Interruption Insurance Claims and Recoveries (continued)
In October 2013, we settled these claims with our insurance carriers for the aggregate amount of $113 million. For financial
reporting purposes, we allocated $90.7 million to our property insurance claim and $22.3 million to our business interruption
claim primarily based on negotiations with our insurance carriers concerning our claims.
The $90.7 million allocated to the property insurance claim was partially applied against the recoverable costs totaling $24.7
million. The insurance recovery in excess of the recoverable costs of $66.0 million was recognized as property insurance
recoveries in excess of losses incurred in 2013.
The insurance recovery of $22.3 million allocated to the business interruption claim was recognized as a reduction to cost of sales
($15.0 million in 2013 and $7.3 million in 2012) consisting of recoverable costs (primarily relating to additional expenses
associated with purchased product sold to our customers while certain of our nitric and sulfuric acid plants were being repaired)
and certain lost profits.
Cherokee Facility
On November 13, 2012, a pipe ruptured within our Cherokee Facility causing damage primarily to the heat exchanger portion of
its ammonia plant. No serious injuries or environmental impact resulted from the pipe rupture. As a result of the damage, the
Cherokee Facility could only produce, on a limited basis, nitric acid and AN solution from purchased ammonia until the repairs
were completed. Our insurance policy provided, for the policy period covering this claim, for repair or replacement cost coverage
relating to property damage with a $2.5 million deductible and provided for business interruption coverage for certain lost profits
and extra expense with a 30-day waiting period. As a result of this event, a notice of insurance claims for property damage and
business interruption was filed with the insurance carriers.
In 2013, we received business interruption insurance recovery of $15 million and was applied against recoverable costs (primarily
relating to additional expenses associated with purchased product sold or used in products sold to our customers while our facility
was being repaired) totaling $13.6 million as a reduction to cost of sales. The insurance recovery in excess of recoverable costs
of $1.4 million was deferred (included in deferred gain on insurance recoveries at December 31, 2013) since this amount relates
to lost profits, which is considered a gain contingency.
In January 2014, we settled the claim with our insurance carriers for the aggregate amount of approximately $43.5 million (of
which approximately $36.5 million relates to the business interruption claim), comprised of $15 million previously paid to us in
2013 and $28.5 million paid to us in 2014. The $43.5 million settlement amount is net of our $2.5 million property insurance
deductible. As a result, an insurance recovery of approximately $28 million was recognized as income associated with this
settlement in 2014.
21. Subsequent Event
Dividends Declared on Preferred Stock – In January 2015, our Board of Directors declared dividends totaling $300,000 on our
Series B Preferred and our Series D Preferred, which dividends were paid in February 2015. The Series B Preferred and Series
D Preferred are non-redeemable preferred stocks issued in 1986 and 2001, respectively, of which all outstanding shares are owned
by the Golsen Group.
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LSB Industries, Inc.
Supplementary Financial Data
Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited)
(1) During 2013 and 2014, our Chemical Business encountered a number of significant issues including the impact on
production relating to an explosion in one of our nitric acid plants at the El Dorado Facility in May 2012, which replacement
construction is underway, a pipe rupture that damaged the ammonia plant at the Cherokee Facility in November 2012,
unplanned downtime at the Cherokee Facility in December 2014, and numerous mechanical issues at the Pryor Facility, all
resulting in lost production and significant adverse effect on 2013 and 2014 operating results.
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March 31June 30September 30December 31Net sales178,525$ 201,662$ 171,046$ 181,277$ Gross profit (2)48,722$ 48,869$ 24,386$ 31,378$ Income (loss) from continuing operations (2) (3) (4)11,643$ 11,134$ (3,772)$ 718$ Net loss (income) from discontinued operations2 21 5 61 Net income (loss) 11,641$ 11,113$ (3,777)$ 657$ Net income (loss) applicable to common stock11,341$ 11,113$ (3,777)$ 657$ Income (loss) per common share:Basic:Income (loss) from continuing operations0.50$ 0.49$ (0.17)$ 0.03$ Net loss from discontinued operations- - - - Net income (loss) 0.50$ 0.49$ (0.17)$ 0.03$ Diluted:Income (loss) from continuing operations0.49$ 0.47$ (0.17)$ 0.03$ Net loss from discontinued operations- - - - Net income (loss) 0.49$ 0.47$ (0.17)$ 0.03$ Net sales150,679$ 202,223$ 177,350$ 149,035$ Gross profit (2)25,422$ 38,659$ 48,909$ 30,566$ Income (loss) from continuing operations (2) (3) (4)(68)$ 7,486$ 10,250$ 37,473$ Net loss (income) from discontinued operations- 59 (10) 130 Net income (loss) (68)$ 7,427$ 10,260$ 37,343$ Net income (loss) applicable to common stock(368)$ 7,427$ 10,260$ 37,343$ Income (loss) per common share:Basic:Income (loss) from continuing operations(0.02)$ 0.33$ 0.46$ 1.67$ Net loss from discontinued operations- - - (0.01) Net income (loss) (0.02)$ 0.33$ 0.46$ 1.66$ Diluted:Income (loss) from continuing operations(0.02)$ 0.31$ 0.43$ 1.59$ Net loss from discontinued operations- - - (0.01) Net income (loss) (0.02)$ 0.31$ 0.43$ 1.58$ Three months ended(In Thousands, Except Per Share Amounts)2014 (1)2013 (1)
LSB Industries, Inc.
Supplementary Financial Data
Quarterly Financial Data (Unaudited) (continued)
(2) The following items increased (decreased) gross profit and income from continuing operations:
(A)
Turnaround costs do not include the impact on operating results relating to lost absorption or reduced margins
due to the associated plants being shut down.
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March 31June 30September 30December 31Business interruption insurance recoveries:201422,836$ -$ -$ -$ 201310,810$ 3,400$ 4,227$ 10,203$ Undesignated commodities contracts:20142,216$ (105)$ (214)$ (3,095)$ 2013(162)$ (113)$ -$ 31$ Turnaround costs: (A)2014(330)$ (840)$ (5,215)$ (105)$ 2013(1,587)$ (1,398)$ 24$ (2,112)$ Precious metals recoveries:2013-$ -$ 4,493$ -$ (3) The following items increased income from continuing operations:Property insurance recoveries:20145,147$ -$ -$ -$ 2013-$ -$ 255$ 66,000$ (4) The following item decreased income from continuing operations:Fees and expenses relating to certain activist shareholders'proposals:20144,163$ -$ -$ -$ Interest expense, net:20146,708$ 5,671$ 5,079$ 4,141$ 2013731$ 536$ 5,395$ 7,324$ Three months ended(In Thousands)
LSB Industries, Inc.
Schedule II - Valuation and Qualifying Accounts
Years ended December 31, 2014, 2013, and 2012
(In Thousands)
(1) Deducted in the consolidated balance sheet from the related assets to which the reserve applies.
Other valuation and qualifying accounts are detailed in our notes to consolidated financial statements.
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Balance at Beginning of YearAdditions-Charges to (Recovery of) Costs and ExpensesDeductions-Write-offs/Costs IncurredBalance at End of YearAccounts receivable - allowance for doubtful accounts:2014827$ 134$ 135$ 826$ 2013636$ 478$ 287$ 827$ 2012955$ (214)$ 105$ 636$ 20141,389$ 325$ 61$ 1,653$ 20131,818$ 249$ 678$ 1,389$ 20121,767$ 181$ 130$ 1,818$ 2014721$ 379$ 172$ 928$ 2013722$ -$ 1$ 721$ 2012899$ 12$ 189$ 722$ Notes receivable - allowance for doubtfulaccounts:2014970$ -$ -$ 970$ 2013970$ -$ -$ 970$ 2012970$ -$ -$ 970$ 2014298$ -$ 6$ 292$ 2013273$ 25$ -$ 298$ 2012344$ -$ 71$ 273$ Description (1)Inventory-reserve for slow-moving items:Deferred tax assets - valuation allowance:Supplies-reserve for slow-moving items:
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Performance Graph & Peer Group List
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Performance Graph
The following table compares the cumulative total stockholder return for the last five fiscal years of (a) LSB Industries,
Inc. (the “Company”), (b) the NYSE Composite Stock Index (“NYSE Composite Index”), and (c) a peer group of
entities (“Peer Group Index”) from two distinct industries which represent the Company's two primary lines of
business (Climate Control and Chemical). The table set forth below covers the period from year-end 2009 through
year-end 2014.
Fiscal Year Ended
2009
2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
LSB Industries, Inc.
NYSE Composite Index
Peer Group Index
100.00
100.00
100.00
172.06
113.76
114.95
198.79
109.70
106.80
251.21
127.53
140.49
290.92
161.20
164.88
222.98
172.27
167.85
Assumes $100 invested at year-end 2009 in the common stock of the Company, the NYSE Composite Index, and the
Peer Group Index, and the reinvestment of dividends, if any.
The Peer Group Index was developed for the Company by Zacks Investment Research, Inc. The Peer Group Index is
comprised of publicly traded climate control and chemical companies that were assigned Hemscott Data Group
General Index codes for general building materials, agricultural chemicals and specialty chemicals as of 2011 when
the codes were discontinued. The Company believes that the Peer Group Index corresponds to the Company’s primary
lines of business: Climate Control and Chemical. The following list of companies in the Peer Group Index is the same
as used in the Company’s 2013 Annual Report, except the companies that are no longer publicly traded are omitted.
The Company has been advised that the cumulative total return of each component company in the Peer Group Index
has been weighted according to the respective company’s stock market capitalization as of the beginning of each
annual period. In light of the Company’s unique industry diversification and current market capitalization, the
Company believes that the Peer Group Index is appropriate for comparison to the Company.
The above Performance Graph shall not be deemed incorporated by reference by any general statement incorporating
by reference this Annual Report into any filing under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, or the Securities
Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (together, the “Acts”), except to the extent that the Company specifically
incorporates this information by reference, and shall not otherwise be deemed to be soliciting material or to be filed
under such Acts.
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LSB DIRECTORS
LSB EXECUTIVE OFFICERS
Webster L. Benham
Former President and CEO,
The Benham Companies;
Former Sr. Vice President of SAIC Energy,
Environment & Infrastructure, LLC
William F. Murdy
Former Chairman and CEO
Comfort Systems USA, Inc.;
Chairman, Thayer Leader
Development Group
Marran H. Ogilvie, J.D.
Advisor to the Creditors Committee,
Lehman Brothers International
(Europe) Administration
Richard W. Roedel, CPA
Retired Chairman and CEO
BDO Seidman, LLP
Richard S. Sanders
President, Circle S Consulting LLC,
Former Vice President of Manufacturing,
Terra Industries, Inc.
Lynn F. White
Founder and Managing Director,
Twemlow Group, LLC
Charles A. Burtch
Former Executive Vice President
and West Division Manager,
BankAmerica
Robert A. Butkin, J.D.
Professor of Law and former Dean,
University of Tulsa,
College of Law
Former Oklahoma State Treasurer
Barry H. Golsen, J.D.
Vice Chairman of the Board
Jack E. Golsen
Executive Chairman of the Board
Daniel D. Greenwell
Partner and CFO Shelby Monroe Group, LLC,
Former CFO of Sabre Industries, Inc.,
Tronox Limited, and Terra Industries, Inc.
Louis S. Massimo, CPA
Retired Executive Vice President and
Chief Operating Officer, Arch Chemicals, Inc.
Andrew K. Mittag
Retired Senior Vice President and President,
Agrium Advanced Technologies Business Unit,
Agrium, Inc.
Mark T. Behrman*
Senior Vice President,
Corporate Development
Barry H. Golsen, J.D.
CEO and President
Jack E. Golsen
Executive Chairman of the Board
David R. Goss, CPA
Executive Vice President
of Operations
David M. Shear, J.D.
Senior Vice President,
General Counsel and Secretary
Tony M. Shelby, CPA*
Executive Vice President
of Finance, CFO
*Effective as of the 2015 Annual Meeting
of Stockholders, Mr. Behrman will become
Executive Vice President and CFO and
Mr. Shelby will continue as Executive Vice
President.
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