ORBIT/FR Reports Q3 Results
HORSHAM, Pa., Nov. 13, 2006 -- ORBIT/FR, Inc. (OTC Bulletin Board: ORFR), a leading producer of sophisticated, automated microwave test and measurement systems for the aerospace/defense, wireless communication, automotive, and satellite industries, today reported results for the three- and nine-month periods ended September 30, 2006.
The Company's revenues for the three months ended September 30, 2006 increased approximately 41% to $7.0 million, from $4.9 million for the three months ended September 30, 2005, and decreased approximately 4% from $7.3 million for the three months ended June 30, 2006. The Company's gross margin for the three-month period ended September 30, 2006 was 30% compared to 35%, and 26% for the three-month periods ended September 30, 2005 and June 30, 2006, respectively. The Company's operating income for the three months ended September 30, 2006 was $344,000, compared to $27,000 for the three months ended September 30, 2005, and $100,000 for the three months ended June 30, 2006. The Company's net income for the three months ended September 30, 2006 was $243,000 (or $0.04 per basic and diluted common share), compared to a net loss of $26,000 (or $0.00 per basic and diluted common share) recognized during the three months ended September 30, 2005, and compared to net income of $79,000 (or $0.01 per basic and diluted common share) for the three months ended June 30, 2006.
The Company's revenues for the nine months ended September 30, 2006 increased approximately 32% to $21.8 million, from $16.5 million for the nine months ended September 30, 2005. The Company's gross margin for the nine months ended September 30, 2006 was 29% compared to 32% the nine months ended September 30, 2005. The Company's operating income for the nine months ended September 30, 2006 was $800,000, compared to $193,000 for the nine months ended September 30, 2005. The Company's net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2006 was $612,000 (or $0.10 per basic and diluted common share), compared to a net income of $68,000 (or $0.01 per basic and diluted common share) recognized during the nine months ended September 30, 2005.
"I am pleased with the results of Q3. We benefited from strong business in both the defense and commercial wireless markets," commented Israel Adan, President and CEO of ORBIT/FR.
Except for historical information, the matters discussed in this news release may be considered "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. Such statements include declarations regarding the current intent, belief or expectations of the Company and its management. Prospective investors are cautioned that any such forward-looking statements, including those regarding the ability to obtain new contracts, and future profitability involve a number of risks and uncertainties that could materially affect actual results. Such risks and uncertainties are identified in the Company's reports and registration statements filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2005 and Forms 10-Q. This press release and all SEC filings are available at http://www.orbitfr.com/.
ORBIT/FR, Inc. UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS (Amounts in thousands, except share and per share data) Three Months Ended Nine Months Ended Sept. 30, June 30, Sept. 30, Sept. 30, 2006 2006 2005 2006 2005 Contract revenues $6,964 $7,280 $4,926 $21,773 $16,470 Cost of revenues 4,843 5,382 3,207 15,444 11,223 Gross profit 2,121 1,898 1,719 6,329 5,247 Operating expenses: General and administrative 653 749 635 2,175 1,793 Sales and marketing 732 722 756 2,225 2,435 Research and development 392 327 301 1,129 826 Total operating expenses 1,777 1,798 1,692 5,529 5,054 Operating income 344 100 27 800 193 Other loss, net (1) 6 (36) 51 (49) Income (loss) before income taxes 343 106 (9) 851 144 Income tax expense (benefit) 100 27 17 239 76 Net income (loss) $243 $79 $(26) $612 $68 Basic and diluted earnings (loss) per share $0.04 $0.01 $(0.00) $0.10 $0.01 Weighted average number common shares - basic and diluted 6,001,573 6,001,573 6,001,573 6,001,573 6,001,573 common shares - basic and diluted 6,022,829 6,001,573 6,001,573 6,019,582 6,001,573 September 30, December 31, Selected Financial Data 2006 2005 (amounts in thousands) (Unaudited) Cash and cash equivalents $3,754 $3,188 Working capital 5,135 4,598 Total assets 16,008 14,531 Total liabilities, all current 8,678 7,813 Stockholders' equity 7,330 6,718