TRS_123114_8K



 
UNITED STATES
 
 
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
 
 
Washington, D.C. 20549
 
 
 
 
 
FORM 8-K
 
 
CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 OR 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
 
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)  February 25, 2015
 
TRIMAS CORPORATION
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)
 
Delaware
 
001-10716
 
38-2687639
(State or other jurisdiction
 
(Commission
 
(IRS Employer
of incorporation)
 
File Number)
 
Identification No.)
 
39400 Woodward Avenue, Suite 130, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan
 
48304
(Address of principal executive offices)
 
(Zip Code)
 
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code (248) 631-5450
 

Not Applicable
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report.)

 
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Item 2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition.

TriMas Corporation (the “Corporation”) issued a press release and held a teleconference on February 25, 2015, reporting its financial results for the fourth quarter and year ending December 31, 2014. A copy of the press release and teleconference visual presentation are attached hereto as exhibits and are incorporated herein by reference. The press release and teleconference visual presentation are also available on the Corporation's website at www.trimascorp.com.

The information furnished pursuant to this Item 2.02, including Exhibits 99.1 and 99.2, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (the “Exchange Act”) or otherwise subject to the liabilities under that Section and shall not be deemed to be incorporated by reference into any filing of the Corporation under the Securities Act of 1933 or the Exchange Act.

Item 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits.


(d)    Exhibits. The following exhibits are furnished herewith:
Exhibit No.
 
Description
 
 
 
 
 
99.1
 
Press Release
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
99.2
 
The Corporation's visual presentation titled "Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2014 Earnings Presentation"

SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

 
 
 
 
TRIMAS CORPORATION
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Date:
 
February 25, 2015
 
By:
 
/s/ David M. Wathen
 
 
 
 
Name:
 
David M. Wathen
 
 
 
 
Title:
 
Chief Executive Officer


 



TRS_123114_Exhibit 99.1


 
 
 
CONTACT:
 
 
 
Sherry Lauderback
 
 
 
VP, Investor Relations & Communications
 
 
 
(248) 631-5506
 
 
 
sherrylauderback@trimascorp.com

TRIMAS CORPORATION REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2014 RESULTS
Growth in Sales of 9.5% and EPS(1) of 27.6% for the Fourth Quarter
Record Free Cash Flow of $89 million for 2014; Company Provides 2015 Outlook
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Michigan, February 25, 2015 - TriMas Corporation (NASDAQ: TRS) today announced financial results for the year and quarter ended December 31, 2014. TriMas reported record fourth quarter net sales from continuing operations of $350.6 million, an increase of 9.5% compared to fourth quarter 2013. The Company reported fourth quarter 2014 income from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation of $2.7 million, or $0.06 per diluted share, as compared to $6.0 million, or $0.13 per diluted share during fourth quarter 2013. Excluding Special Items(1), fourth quarter 2014 diluted earnings per share (EPS) from continuing operations would have been $0.37, an increase of 27.6% as compared to $0.29 in fourth quarter 2013, while absorbing ($0.01) of net EPS as a result of the Allfast Fastening Systems (Allfast) acquisition and related financing during fourth quarter 2014. The Allfast acquisition and related financing impact was not included in the Company's 2014 EPS guidance previously provided.
For the year, the Company reported record net sales from continuing operations of $1.5 billion, an increase of 8.0% compared to 2013. The Company reported full year income from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation of $65.9 million, or $1.46 per diluted share, compared to income from continuing operations of $74.4 million, or $1.80 per diluted share, in 2013. Excluding Special Items(1), full year 2014 income from continuing operations would have been $87.1 million, or $1.92 per diluted share, as compared to $84.7 million, or $2.05 per diluted share, in 2013. Full year 2014 EPS was impacted by 9.4% higher weighted average shares outstanding as compared to 2013, as well as $2.2 million of diligence costs related to the acquisition of Allfast.

TriMas Full Year 2014 Highlights
Achieved record net sales of approximately $1.5 billion, an increase of 8.0%, due to the results from acquisitions and the successful execution of growth initiatives. Net sales increased across all six business segments.
Generated $89.0 million in Free Cash Flow, which represents more than 100% of net income and an increase of 84.9% as compared to 2013.
Continued to refine the business portfolio including the completion of acquisitions in Packaging and Aerospace for approximately $382.9 million, net of cash acquired, and exiting the Company's defense business. The Allfast acquisition, completed in October 2014, is meeting the Company's expectations.
Achieved 7.8% net sales growth in the Packaging segment as compared to 2013, offsetting the third quarter 2013 divestiture of its rings and levers business, while achieving a 23.9% operating profit margin(1).
Increased Engineered Components net sales by 19.4% as compared to 2013, and grew operating profit margin by 490 basis points as a result of actions taken to improve the businesses.
Launched margin enhancement programs designed to optimize manufacturing footprint, exit lower margin products and geographies, and achieve synergies from previous acquisitions.
Announced plan to separate into two public companies via a tax-free spin-off of Cequent businesses; targeted completion during mid-2015.
“We ended 2014 with record sales of $1.5 billion, an increase of 8.0% as compared to 2013, and EPS of $1.92(1), which is within the guidance range previously provided,” said David Wathen, TriMas President and Chief Executive Officer. “During the year, we intensified our efforts to improve our future margins across all of our businesses through a series of initiatives. We remain focused on reshaping the businesses to better serve our customers, optimizing our flexible global manufacturing footprint, implementing productivity and lean programs to reduce lead times, complexity and costs, and leveraging our recent acquisitions."


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Wathen continued, "Our actions taken in 2014 mark the beginning of a transformation for TriMas, as we continue our progress toward becoming a leading provider of high-margin, highly-engineered product solutions. We are committed to enhancing shareholder value through management of our business portfolio and organizational focus. During 2014, we invested in our higher-margin Packaging and Aerospace businesses with acquisitions which will drive further growth and margin expansion. We also exited our defense business, as well as other less profitable products and geographies, and will continue to evaluate additional opportunities to do so on an on-going basis. Most notably, we announced the decision to spin-off our Cequent businesses, which we believe will provide both companies greater flexibility to focus on their distinct growth and margin improvement strategies, enable them to further improve competitiveness and create significant value for shareholders, customers and employees."
"We have taken actions to improve our operating performance which will require time and resources to execute - the benefits which will begin to be realized as we progress through 2015. We believe we are starting the year positioned to drive shareholder value through revenue and EPS growth, margin improvement and cash flow generation. Despite the dramatic shift in currency rates and the impact of the decline in oil prices, we are estimating 2015 top-line growth of 3% to 5% and full-year 2015 diluted EPS to range between $2.10 and $2.20 per share, with the midpoint representing EPS growth of approximately 12% as compared to 2014. We continue to be confident in our ability to grow the top-line faster than the economy, improve our margins and generate strong cash flow - to deliver increased return on capital,” Wathen concluded.
Full Year 2014 Financial Results - From Continuing Operations
TriMas reported 2014 record net sales of $1.5 billion, an increase of 8.0% as compared to $1.4 billion in 2013. During 2014, net sales increased in all six segments, primarily as a result of sales from acquisitions, as well as geographic expansion, new product introductions and strength in certain end markets, while offsetting the $10.2 million reduction of sales associated with the disposition of the Italian rings and levers Packaging business during the third quarter of 2013. The sales increases were partially offset by approximately $6.3 million of unfavorable currency exchange, primarily in Cequent APEA.

The Company reported 2014 operating profit of $124.6 million, compared to operating profit of $119.6 million for 2013. Excluding the impact of Special Items(1), primarily related to severance and business restructuring costs, 2014 operating profit would have been $146.3 million in 2014, as compared to $137.3 million in 2013. 2014 operating profit margin (excluding Special Items(1)) was 9.8%, relatively flat as compared to 2013.

Excluding noncontrolling interests related to Arminak, 2014 income was $65.9 million, or $1.46 per diluted share, compared to income of $74.4 million, or $1.80 per diluted share, during 2013. Excluding the impact of Special Items(1), 2014 income would have been $87.1 million, as compared to $84.7 million in 2013. Excluding Special Items(1), 2014 diluted EPS would have been $1.92, which was impacted by 9.4% higher weighted average shares outstanding and $2.2 million of diligence costs related to Allfast in 2014.

The Company exceeded its previously increased Free Cash Flow (defined as Cash Flow from Operating Activities less Capital Expenditures) outlook of $70 to $80 million for 2014 by generating $89.0 million, as compared to $48.1 million in 2013, while continuing to invest in capital expenditures, working capital, and future growth and productivity programs. Free Cash Flow was more than 100% of net income.

During 2014, the Company invested $34.5 million in capital expenditures (included in Free Cash Flow above) primarily in support of future growth and productivity opportunities and $382.9 million in acquisitions, net of cash acquired.
 
Fourth Quarter 2014 Financial Results - From Continuing Operations

TriMas reported record fourth quarter net sales of $350.6 million, an increase of 9.5% as compared to $320.2 million in fourth quarter 2013, as a result of sales from acquisitions, as well as geographic expansion, new product introductions and strength in certain end markets. These sales increases were partially offset by approximately $4.0 million of unfavorable currency exchange, most notably in Cequent APEA.


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The Company reported operating profit of $15.6 million in fourth quarter 2014, as compared to $10.5 million during fourth quarter 2013. Excluding Special Items(1) primarily related to severance and business restructuring costs to improve long-term profitability, fourth quarter 2014 operating profit would have been $29.1 million, an increase of 24.2% as compared to $23.5 million during fourth quarter 2013. Fourth quarter 2014 operating profit margin improved due to the actions taken to drive continued productivity, cost reduction and automation initiatives, as well as operating leverage gained on the higher sales levels in certain businesses, but continues to be impacted by less favorable product sales mix, manufacturing inefficiencies and costs related to recent acquisitions including purchase accounting related adjustments.

Excluding noncontrolling interests related to Arminak, the Company reported fourth quarter 2014 income of $2.7 million, or $0.06 per diluted share, as compared to $6.0 million, or $0.13 per diluted share, during fourth quarter 2013. Excluding Special Items(1) primarily related to severance and business restructuring costs, and debt financing and extinguishment costs, fourth quarter 2014 income would have been $16.9 million, or $0.37 per diluted share, an increase of 27.6% as compared to $0.29 in fourth quarter 2013.

The Company generated Free Cash Flow (defined as Cash Flow from Operating Activities less Capital Expenditures) of $51.8 million for fourth quarter 2014, as compared to $42.0 million in fourth quarter 2013.

Discontinued Operations
During the third quarter of 2014, the Company ceased operations of its NI Industries business. NI Industries manufactured cartridge cases for the defense industry and was party to a U.S. Government facility maintenance contract. The Company received approximately $6.7 million for the sale of certain intellectual property and related inventory and tooling.
Financial Position

TriMas reported total indebtedness of $639.3 million as of December 31, 2014, as compared to $305.7 million as of December 31, 2013. In October 2014, the Company amended its Credit Agreement and borrowed $275 million on an incremental Term Loan A facility and used cash and additional borrowings on its revolving credit facility to fund the approximate $360 million purchase price of Allfast. TriMas ended 2014 with $216.4 million of cash and aggregate availability under its revolving credit and accounts receivable facilities.

Fourth Quarter Business Segment Results - From Continuing Operations(2) 

Packaging

Net sales for fourth quarter increased 3.2% as compared to the year ago period, resulting from additional industrial closure and specialty dispensing system sales. Additional specialty dispensing sales related to the acquisition of Lion Holdings and strong U.S. industrial closure demand were partially offset by the reduction in sales related to the negative impact of the port delays on the West Coast of the United States. Operating profit and the related margin percentage for the quarter increased due to higher sales levels and a reduction of a contingent liability related to Arminak. The Company continues to develop specialty dispensing and closure applications for growing end markets, including personal care, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, nutrition and food/beverage, and expand into complementary products.

Energy

Fourth quarter net sales increased 16.2% as compared to the year ago period, primarily due to higher sales of standard gaskets and bolts resulting from increased order rates from North American refining and petrochemical customers. Fourth quarter operating profit and the related margin percentage improved due to increased sales levels and actions taken to improve the business, although still negatively impacted from a less favorable product sales mix. The Company has launched several initiatives to improve its profitability and continues to restructure its Brazilian business to better reflect the current market demand. In January 2015, the Company also announced the move of a portion of the gasket and fastener operations from its Houston facility to a new facility in Mexico in order to improve the global operating model and enhance the cost structure of the longer lead-time products. This transition is expected to be completed over the next 12 to 18 months. The Company also has additional projects underway to improve its operational footprint and increase the sales of its higher margin, specialty products.


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Aerospace
 
Net sales for fourth quarter increased 28.5% as compared to the year ago period, primarily due to the results of Allfast, which was acquired in October 2014. Fourth quarter 2014 operating profit and the related margin percentage declined as the increase in operating profit earned on the sales from Allfast was more than offset by lower margins at Martinic Engineering, improved but continuing manufacturing inefficiencies related to smaller customer order quantities and less predictable order patterns associated with large distribution customers, a less favorable product sales mix, and costs related to Allfast including purchase accounting adjustments. Operating profit was also impacted by a charge for the resolution of a customer claim. With recent additions to the management team of this business, the Company is focused on improving margins, developing and marketing highly-engineered products for aerospace applications and leveraging the recent acquisitions.

Engineered Components
 
Net sales for fourth quarter increased 35.5% as compared to the year ago period, primarily due to incremental sales resulting from the small cylinder asset acquisition in November 2013, increased sales into newer cylinder end markets and improved sales in gas compression products. Fourth quarter 2014 operating profit and the related margin percentage increased compared to the prior year period primarily due to the sales increases and improved leverage of the cost structures in these businesses. The Company is responding to the dramatic drop in oil prices and the impact on the Arrow Engine business, while continuing to drive new product sales and expand its international sales efforts.

Cequent APEA
Net sales for fourth quarter 2014 decreased 6.8% as compared to the year ago period, primarily due to lower sales in Australia and Thailand related to general economic conditions resulting in reduced consumer and business confidence, and the unfavorable impact of currency exchange. Fourth quarter operating profit and the related margin percentage decreased, primarily due to lower sales, a less favorable product and regional sales mix and higher selling, general and administrative expenses. The Company continues to identify cost reduction opportunities and leverage Cequent's strong brand positions to capitalize on growth opportunities in new markets.

Cequent Americas

Net sales for fourth quarter increased 1.0% as compared to the year ago period, resulting primarily from increased sales within the retail and aftermarket channels, partially offset by decreases in the auto original equipment and industrial channels. Fourth quarter operating profit and the related margin percentage declined compared to fourth quarter 2013, due to higher shipping and material costs related to steel, partially offset by lower sourcing costs out of Asia. The Company continues to identify cost reduction opportunities and leverage Cequent's strong brand positions and new products for increased market share in the United States and faster growing markets.

2015 Outlook

The Company is estimating that 2015 sales will increase 3% to 5% as compared to 2014. The Company expects full-year 2015 diluted earnings per share to be between $2.10 and $2.20 per share, excluding any future events that may be considered Special Items. In addition, the Company expects 2015 Free Cash Flow, defined as Cash Flow from Operating Activities less Capital Expenditures, to be between $60 million and $70 million.

Wathen commented, "While the macro-economic environment is increasingly uncertain, we are taking actions to mitigate the impact of these items and to improve our business performance. We have created a solid foundation for the future as we focus on our strategic priorities of generating more profitable growth, enhancing profit margins, optimizing capital and resource allocation, and striving to be a great place for our employees to work - all of which should enhance long-term shareholder value."

The above guidance is reflective of a full year of TriMas Corporation as it operates today; if and when the proposed spin transaction of Cequent is completed, management will update guidance accordingly.


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Conference Call Information

TriMas Corporation will host its fourth quarter and full year 2014 earnings conference call today, Wednesday, February 25, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time. The call-in number is (888) 329-8893. Participants should request to be connected to the TriMas Corporation fourth quarter and full year 2014 earnings conference call (Conference ID #3786796). The conference call will also be simultaneously webcast via TriMas' website at www.trimascorp.com, under the "Investors" section, with an accompanying slide presentation. A replay of the conference call will be available on the TriMas website or by dialing (888) 203-1112 (Replay Passcode #3786796) beginning February 25, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time through March 4, 2015 at 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time.

Cautionary Notice Regarding Forward-looking Statements

Any "forward-looking" statements contained herein, including those relating to market conditions or the Company's financial condition and results, expense reductions, liquidity expectations, business goals and sales growth, involve risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, risks and uncertainties with respect to the Company’s plans for successfully executing the Cequent spin-off within the expected time frame or at all, the taxable nature of the spin-off, future prospects of the companies as independent companies, general economic and currency conditions, various conditions specific to the Company's business and industry, the Company’s ability to integrate Allfast and attain the expected synergies, and the acquisition being accretive, the Company's leverage, liabilities imposed by the Company's debt instruments, market demand, competitive factors, supply constraints, material and energy costs, technology factors, litigation, government and regulatory actions, the Company's accounting policies, future trends, and other risks which are detailed in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014, and in the Company's Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. These risks and uncertainties may cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements made herein are based on information currently available, and the Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements.

In this release, certain non-GAAP financial measures are used. Reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure may be found at the end of this release. Additional information is available at www.trimascorp.com under the “Investors” section.

About TriMas

Headquartered in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, TriMas Corporation (NASDAQ: TRS) provides engineered and applied products for growing markets worldwide. TriMas is organized into six reportable segments: Packaging, Energy, Aerospace, Engineered Components, Cequent APEA and Cequent Americas. TriMas has approximately 7,000 employees at more than 60 different facilities in 19 countries. For more information, visit www.trimascorp.com.

(1) 
Appendix I details certain costs, expenses and other charges, collectively described as “Special Items,” that are included in the determination of net income from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation under GAAP, but that management would consider important in evaluating the quality of the Company's operating results.
(2) 
Business Segment Results include Operating Profit that excludes the impact of Special Items. For a complete schedule of Special Items by segment, see “Company and Business Segment Financial Information - Continuing Operations.”



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TriMas Corporation
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet
(dollars in thousands)


 
 
December 31,
2014
 
December 31,
2013
Assets
 
 
 
 
Current assets:
 
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
 
$
24,420

 
$
27,000

Receivables, net
 
196,320

 
180,210

Inventories
 
294,630

 
270,690

Deferred income taxes
 
28,870

 
18,340

Prepaid expenses and other current assets
 
14,380

 
18,770

Total current assets
 
558,620

 
515,010

Property and equipment, net
 
232,650

 
206,150

Goodwill
 
466,660

 
309,660

Other intangibles, net
 
363,930

 
219,530

Other assets
 
39,890

 
50,430

Total assets
 
$
1,661,750

 
$
1,300,780

Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity
 
 
 
 
Current liabilities:
 
 
 
 
Current maturities, long-term debt
 
$
23,860

 
$
10,290

Accounts payable
 
185,010

 
166,090

Accrued liabilities
 
101,050

 
85,130

Total current liabilities
 
309,920

 
261,510

Long-term debt
 
615,470

 
295,450

Deferred income taxes
 
55,290

 
64,940

Other long-term liabilities
 
90,440

 
99,990

Total liabilities
 
1,071,120

 
721,890

Redeemable noncontrolling interests
 

 
29,480

Total shareholders' equity
 
590,630

 
549,410

Total liabilities and shareholders' equity
 
$
1,661,750

 
$
1,300,780







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TriMas Corporation
Consolidated Statement of Operations
(dollars in thousands, except per share amounts)


 
 
Three months ended
December 31,
 
Twelve months ended
December 31,
 
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
 
(unaudited)
 
 
 
 
Net sales
 
$
350,570

 
$
320,190

 
$
1,499,080

 
$
1,388,600

Cost of sales
 
(269,040
)
 
(249,420
)
 
(1,114,140
)
 
(1,037,540
)
Gross profit
 
81,530

 
70,770

 
384,940

 
351,060

Selling, general and administrative expenses
 
(61,910
)
 
(61,740
)
 
(255,880
)
 
(243,230
)
Net gain (loss) on dispositions of property and equipment
 
(4,020
)
 
1,420

 
(4,510
)
 
11,770

Operating profit
 
15,600

 
10,450

 
124,550

 
119,600

Other expense, net:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Interest expense
 
(4,750
)
 
(2,010
)
 
(15,020
)
 
(18,330
)
Debt financing and extinguishment costs
 
(3,360
)
 
(2,460
)
 
(3,360
)
 
(2,460
)
Other expense, net
 
(1,350
)
 
(2,280
)
 
(6,570
)
 
(1,720
)
Other expense, net
 
(9,460
)
 
(6,750
)
 
(24,950
)
 
(22,510
)
Income from continuing operations before income tax expense
 
6,140

 
3,700

 
99,600

 
97,090

Income tax benefit (expense)
 
(3,460
)
 
3,740

 
(32,870
)
 
(18,140
)
Income from continuing operations
 
2,680

 
7,440

 
66,730

 
78,950

Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of income taxes
 
(1,210
)
 
840

 
2,550

 
1,120

Net income
 
1,470

 
8,280

 
69,280

 
80,070

Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
 

 
1,430

 
810

 
4,520

Net income attributable to TriMas Corporation
 
$
1,470

 
$
6,850

 
$
68,470

 
$
75,550

Basic earnings (loss) per share attributable to TriMas Corporation:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Continuing operations
 
$
0.06

 
$
0.13

 
$
1.47

 
$
1.82

Discontinued operations
 
(0.03
)
 
0.02

 
0.06

 
0.03

Net income per share
 
$
0.03

 
$
0.15

 
$
1.53

 
$
1.85

Weighted average common shares - basic
 
44,938,675

 
44,698,948

 
44,881,925

 
40,926,257

Diluted earnings (loss) per share attributable to TriMas Corporation:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Continuing operations
 
$
0.06

 
$
0.13

 
$
1.46

 
$
1.80

Discontinued operations
 
(0.03
)
 
0.02

 
0.05

 
0.03

Net income per share
 
$
0.03

 
$
0.15

 
$
1.51

 
$
1.83

Weighted average common shares - diluted
 
45,384,460

 
45,159,205

 
45,269,409

 
41,395,706






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TriMas Corporation
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flow
(dollars in thousands)
 
 
Twelve months ended
December 31,
 
 
2014
 
2013
Cash Flows from Operating Activities:
 
 
 
 
Net income
 
$
69,280

 
$
80,070

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities, net of acquisition impact:
 
 
 
 
Gain on dispositions of businesses and other assets
 
(2,250
)
 
(11,770
)
Gain on bargain purchase
 

 
(2,880
)
Depreciation
 
32,770

 
30,810

Amortization of intangible assets
 
23,710

 
19,770

Amortization of debt issue costs
 
1,940

 
1,780

Deferred income taxes
 
(8,620
)
 
(8,800
)
Non-cash compensation expense
 
7,440

 
9,200

Excess tax benefits from stock based compensation
 
(1,180
)
 
(1,550
)
Debt financing and extinguishment expenses
 
3,360

 
2,460

Increase in receivables
 
(13,290
)
 
(25,580
)
Increase in inventories
 
(7,510
)
 
(10,690
)
(Increase) decrease in prepaid expenses and other assets
 
5,410

 
(2,380
)
Increase in accounts payable and accrued liabilities
 
14,050

 
7,800

Other, net
 
(1,710
)
 
(630
)
Net cash provided by operating activities, net of acquisition impact
 
123,400

 
87,610

Cash Flows from Investing Activities:
 
 
 
 
Capital expenditures
 
(34,450
)
 
(39,490
)
Acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired
 
(382,880
)
 
(105,790
)
Net proceeds from disposition of businesses and other assets
 
7,240

 
14,940

Net cash used for investing activities
 
(410,090
)
 
(130,340
)
Cash Flows from Financing Activities:
 
 
 
 
Proceeds from sale of common stock in connection with the Company's equity offering, net of issuance costs
 

 
174,670

Proceeds from borrowings on term loan facilities
 
446,420

 
359,470

Repayments of borrowings on term loan facilities
 
(180,810
)
 
(587,500
)
Proceeds from borrowings on revolving credit and accounts receivable facilities
 
1,068,100

 
1,222,980

Repayments of borrowings on revolving credit and accounts receivable facilities
 
(993,090
)
 
(1,113,910
)
Senior secured notes redemption premium and debt financing fees
 
(3,840
)
 
(3,610
)
Distributions to noncontrolling interests
 
(580
)
 
(2,710
)
Payment for noncontrolling interests
 
(51,000
)
 

Proceeds from contingent consideration related to disposition of businesses
 

 
1,030

Shares surrendered upon vesting of options and restricted stock awards to cover tax obligations
 
(2,910
)
 
(4,440
)
     Proceeds from exercise of stock options
 
640

 
1,620

     Excess tax benefits from stock based compensation
 
1,180

 
1,550

Net cash provided by financing activities
 
284,110

 
49,150

Cash and Cash Equivalents:
 
 
 
 
Increase (decrease) for the year
 
(2,580
)
 
6,420

At beginning of year
 
27,000

 
20,580

At end of year
 
$
24,420

 
$
27,000

Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
 
 
 
 
Cash paid for interest
 
$
10,870

 
$
16,750

Cash paid for income taxes
 
$
41,110

 
$
37,700



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TriMas Corporation
Company and Business Segment Financial Information
Continuing Operations
(Unaudited - dollars in thousands)
 
 
Three months ended
December 31,
 
Twelve months ended
December 31,
 
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
Packaging
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net sales
 
$
80,710

 
$
78,220

 
$
337,710

 
$
313,220

Operating profit
 
$
18,180

 
$
18,220

 
$
77,850

 
$
83,770

Special Items to consider in evaluating operating profit:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Severance and business restructuring costs
 
$
2,220

 
$

 
$
2,840

 
$

Release of historical translation adjustments related to the sale of Italian business
 
$

 
$

 
$

 
$
(7,910
)
Excluding Special Items, operating profit would have been:
 
$
20,400

 
$
18,220

 
$
80,690

 
$
75,860

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Energy
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net sales
 
$
51,330

 
$
44,160

 
$
206,720

 
$
205,580

Operating profit (loss)
 
$
(7,530
)
 
$
(3,910
)
 
$
(6,660
)
 
$
8,620

Special Items to consider in evaluating operating profit (loss):
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Severance and business restructuring costs
 
$
7,460

 
$

 
$
11,890

 
$

Release of historical translation adjustments related to the closure of Brazilian manufacturing facility
 
$
1,270

 
$

 
$
1,270

 
$

Excluding Special Items, operating profit (loss) would have been:
 
$
1,200

 
$
(3,910
)
 
$
6,500

 
$
8,620

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Aerospace
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net sales
 
$
35,090

 
$
27,300

 
$
121,510

 
$
95,530

Operating profit
 
$
3,440

 
$
7,020

 
$
17,830

 
$
22,830

Special Items to consider in evaluating operating profit:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Severance and business restructuring costs
 
$
620

 
$

 
$
620

 
$

Excluding Special Items, operating profit would have been:
 
$
4,060

 
$
7,020

 
$
18,450

 
$
22,830

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Engineered Components
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net sales
 
$
56,300

 
$
41,540

 
$
221,360

 
$
185,370

Operating profit
 
$
9,160

 
$
5,000

 
$
34,080

 
$
19,450

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cequent APEA
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net sales
 
$
37,550

 
$
40,290

 
$
165,110

 
$
151,620

Operating profit (loss)
 
$
(70
)
 
$
4,620

 
$
7,860

 
$
13,920

Special Items to consider in evaluating operating profit (loss):
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Severance and business restructuring costs
 
$
470

 
$

 
$
850

 
$

Excluding Special Items, operating profit would have been:
 
$
400

 
$
4,620

 
$
8,710

 
$
13,920

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cequent Americas
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net sales
 
$
89,590

 
$
88,680

 
$
446,670

 
$
437,280

Operating profit (loss)
 
$
(220
)
 
$
(12,180
)
 
$
31,090

 
$
8,850

Special Items to consider in evaluating operating profit (loss):
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Severance and business restructuring costs
 
$
790

 
$
13,000

 
$
3,590

 
$
25,570

Excluding Special Items, operating profit would have been:
 
$
570

 
$
820

 
$
34,680

 
$
34,420

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Corporate Expenses
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Operating loss
 
$
(7,360
)
 
$
(8,320
)
 
$
(37,500
)
 
$
(37,840
)
Special Items to consider in evaluating operating loss:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Cequent spin-off transaction costs
 
$
700

 
$

 
$
700

 
$

Excluding Special Items, operating loss would have been:
 
$
(6,660
)
 
$
(8,320
)
 
$
(36,800
)
 
$
(37,840
)
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Total Company
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Net sales
 
$
350,570

 
$
320,190

 
$
1,499,080

 
$
1,388,600

Operating profit
 
$
15,600

 
$
10,450

 
$
124,550

 
$
119,600

Total Special Items to consider in evaluating operating profit:
 
$
13,530

 
$
13,000

 
$
21,760

 
$
17,660

Excluding Special Items, operating profit would have been:
 
$
29,130

 
$
23,450

 
$
146,310

 
$
137,260


9




Appendix I

TriMas Corporation
Additional Information Regarding Special Items Impacting
Reported GAAP Financial Measures
(Unaudited - dollars in thousands, except per share amounts)
 
 
Three months ended
December 31,
 
 Twelve months ended
December 31,
 
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Income from continuing operations, as reported
 
$
2,680

 
$
7,440

 
$
66,730

 
$
78,950

Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests
 

 
1,430

 
810

 
4,520

Income from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation
 
$
2,680

 
$
6,010

 
$
65,920

 
$
74,430

After-tax impact of Special Items to consider in evaluating quality of income from continuing operations:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Release of historical translation adjustments related to the sale of Italian business and closure of Brazilian manufacturing facility
 
1,270

 

 
1,270

 
(7,910
)
Severance and business restructuring costs
 
10,380

 
7,170

 
17,300

 
15,860

Cequent spin-off related costs
 
440

 

 
440

 

Debt financing and extinguishment costs
 
2,120

 
1,530

 
2,120

 
1,530

Net gain on termination of interest rate swaps
 

 
(1,410
)
 

 
(1,410
)
Tax restructuring
 

 

 

 
2,200

Excluding Special Items, income from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation would have been
 
$
16,890

 
$
13,300

 
$
87,050

 
$
84,700

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Three months ended
December 31,
 
Twelve months ended
December 31,
 
 
2014
 
2013
 
2014
 
2013
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation, as reported
 
$
0.06

 
$
0.13

 
$
1.46

 
$
1.80

After-tax impact of Special Items to consider in evaluating quality of EPS from continuing operations:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Release of historical translation adjustments related to the sale of Italian business and closure of Brazilian manufacturing facility
 
0.03

 

 
0.03

 
(0.19
)
Severance and business restructuring costs
 
0.23

 
0.16

 
0.38

 
0.38

Cequent spin-off related costs
 
0.01

 

 
0.01

 

Debt financing and extinguishment costs
 
0.04

 
0.03

 
0.04

 
0.04

Net gain on termination of interest rate swaps
 

 
(0.03
)
 

 
(0.03
)
Tax restructuring
 

 

 

 
0.05

Excluding Special Items, EPS from continuing operations would have been
 
$
0.37

 
$
0.29

 
$
1.92

 
$
2.05

Weighted-average shares outstanding for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2014 and 2013
 
45,384,460

 
45,159,205

 
45,269,409

 
41,395,706


10
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Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2014 Earnings Presentation F e b r u a r y 2 5 , 2 0 1 5 NASDAQ • TRS


 
Forward-Looking Statements Any "forward-looking" statements contained herein, including those relating to market conditions or the Company's financial condition and results, expense reductions, liquidity expectations, business goals and sales growth, involve risks and uncertainties, including, but not limited to, risks and uncertainties with respect to the Company’s plans for successfully executing the Cequent spin-off within the expected timeframe or at all, the taxable nature of the spin-off, future prospects of the companies as independent companies, general economic and currency conditions, various conditions specific to the Company's business and industry, the Company’s ability to integrate Allfast and attain the expected synergies, and the acquisition being accretive, the Company's leverage, liabilities imposed by the Company's debt instruments, market demand, competitive factors, supply constraints, material and energy costs, technology factors, litigation, government and regulatory actions, the Company's accounting policies, future trends, and other risks which are detailed in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014, and in the Company's Quarterly Reports on Form 10-Q. These risks and uncertainties may cause actual results to differ materially from those indicated by the forward-looking statements. All forward-looking statements made herein are based on information currently available, and the Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements. In this presentation, certain non-GAAP financial measures may be used. Reconciliations of these non-GAAP financial measures to the most directly comparable GAAP financial measure may be found at the end of this presentation or in the earnings releases available on the Company’s website. Additional information is available at www.trimascorp.com under the “Investors” section. 2


 
Agenda • Opening Remarks • Financial Highlights • Segment Highlights • Outlook and Summary • Questions and Answers • Appendix 3


 
Opening Remarks • Record annual sales of approximately $1.5 billion – growth of 8% compared to 2013 – Sales increased in all six segments • Attained $1.92(1) full year EPS – within the previous outlook range and including costs related to the recent Allfast acquisition • Continued refinement of business portfolio in 2014 ‒ Strategic acquisitions in Packaging and Aerospace ‒ Disposition of defense business ‒ Announcement of Cequent spin-off • Focus on offsetting internal and external headwinds • Uncertainty in macro-economic environment ‒ Latest headwinds related to currency and declining oil prices Focus on what we can control – continue to mitigate external uncertainties. (1) Defined as diluted earnings per share from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation, excluding “Special Items.” Special Items are provided in the Appendix. 4


 
Key Initiatives Update • Packaging – Global re-organization underway to better service customers; leveraging new, lower cost footprint to support global growth • Aerospace – Positioning as aerospace fastening system supplier of choice; leveraging and integrating four separate aerospace platforms • Energy – Footprint optimization and profit improvement initiatives • Cequent Spin-off Key initiatives to drive profitable growth, increase margins and optimize capital allocations – all of which enhance shareholder returns. 5


 
Cequent Spin-off Update • Spin-off will result in two independent, publicly traded companies with increased strategic flexibility • Value creation for shareholders, customers and employees: • Allows each company to pursue a more focused strategy that leverages its strengths • Optimizes the financial profiles of each company to pursue distinct investment, growth and capital allocation strategies • Provides two different and compelling investment opportunities that can be achieved in a tax efficient manner • Targeting completion in mid-2015 We believe a tax-free spin-off will create value for shareholders, customers and employees while accelerating TriMas’ strategic transformation. 6


 
Creating Two Strong Public Companies (Dollars in millions; from continuing operations – All figures are for Full Year 2014.) P A C K A G I N G Revenue: $337.7 Op. profit margin(1): 23.9% aa E N E R G Y Revenue: $206.7 Op. profit margin(1): 3.1% a A E R O S P A C E Revenue: $121.5 Op. profit margin(1): 15.2% E N G I N E E R E D C O M P O N E N T S Revenue: $221.4 Op. profit margin: 15.4% (1) Operating profit margin excludes “Special Items” and corporate expense. Special Items are provided in the Appendix. C E Q U E N T A M E R I C A S Revenue: $446.7 Op. profit margin(1): 7.8% Two independent publicly traded companies with unique characteristics. C E Q U E N T A P E A Revenue: $165.1 Op. profit margin(1): 5.3% New TriMas New “Cequent” • Revenue: $887 million • Segment Operating Profit(1): $140 million • Operating Margin(1) %: ~16% • President & CEO: Dave Wathen • CFO: Bob Zalupski • Revenue: $612 million • Segment Operating Profit(1): $43 million • Operating Margin(1) %: ~7% • Future President & CEO: Mark Zeffiro • Future CFO: David Rice 7


 
Cequent Spin-off Update • Naming determined – Horizon Global Corporation • Aligning organization and structure as one global company • Executing on new synergies as one company • Offsetting portions of stand-alone company costs and streamlining organization • Shifting organizational paradigms to enhance focus on strategic platforms • Aligning objectives to better deliver shareholder value • Prioritizing market opportunities within global OE, Latin America, China and e-commerce • Supporting margin expansion through focus on operational excellence • Intensifying transaction effort over next two months • Targeting to file initial registration statement at end of March Positioning Horizon to capitalize on global market opportunities. 8


 
Financial Highlights


 
Fourth Quarter Summary • Record Q4 sales of $350.6 million, an increase of 9.5% as compared to Q4 2013 – sales increased primarily due to the Allfast acquisition in Aerospace, as well as sales growth in Energy and Engineered Components • Q4 operating profit(1) increased and the related margin percentage increased 100 basis points ‒ Engineered Components improved 420 basis points and Energy improved significantly as compared to an operating loss in Q4 2013 • Both Q4 income(1) and EPS(1) improved by approximately 27% – also absorbed ($0.01) of net EPS related to Allfast acquisition and its financing during Q4 • Q4 Free Cash Flow(2) increased by 23% (1) Defined as operating profit, excluding “Special Items,” and income from continuing operations and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation, excluding “Special Items.” “Special Items” for each period are provided in the Appendix. (2) Free Cash Flow is defined as Cash Flows from Operating Activities less Capital Expenditures. (Unaudited, dollars in millions, except per share amounts) (from continuing operations) Q4 2014 Q4 2013 % Chg Revenue 350.6$ 320.2$ 9.5% Operating Profit 15.6$ 10.5$ 49.3% Excl. Total Special Items (1) , Operating Profit would have been: 29.1$ 23.5$ 24.2% Excl. Total Special Items (1) , Operating Profit margin would have been: 8.3% 7.3% 100 bps Income 2.7$ 7.4$ -64.0% Income attributable to TriMas Corporation (1) 2.7$ 6.0$ -55.4% Excl. Total Special Items (1) , Income attributable to TriMas Corporation would have been: 16.9$ 13.3$ 27.0% Diluted earnings per share, attributable to TriMas Corporation 0.06$ 0.13$ -53.8% Excl. Total Special Items (1) , diluted earnings per share attributable to TriMas Corporation would have been: 0.37$ 0.29$ 27.6% Free Cash Flow (2) 51.8$ 42.0$ 23.4% Total Debt 639.3$ 305.7$ 109.1% 10


 
Full Year 2014 Summary • Sales increased 8% as compared to 2013 as a result of acquisitions and organic growth initiatives, offsetting the 2013 disposition of the Italian rings and levers business and the impact of unfavorable currency exchange – sales increased in all six segments • Operating profit(1) improved, while the related margin was relatively flat, as increased sales levels and productivity initiatives were partially offset by a less favorable product sales mix and inefficiencies in several of the businesses, as well as a gain on the 2013 disposition in Packaging that did not recur in 2014 • Income(1) increased despite significantly higher tax rate, while EPS(1) decreased due approximately 9.4% higher weighted average shares outstanding in 2014 as compared to 2013 • Free Cash Flow(2) exceeded the 2013 level by $41 million and Total Debt increased as a result of the October 2014 acquisition of Allfast (1) Defined as operating profit, excluding “Special Items,” and income from continuing operations and diluted earnings per share from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation, excluding “Special Items.” “Special Items” for each period are provided in the Appendix. (2) Free Cash Flow is defined as Cash Flows from Operating Activities less Capital Expenditures. (Unaudited, dollars in millions, except per share amounts) (from continuing operations) FY 2014 FY 2013 % Chg Revenue 1,499.1$ 1,388.6$ 8.0% Operating Profit 124.6$ 119.6$ 4.1% Excl. Total Special Items (1) , Operating Profit would have been: 146.3$ 137.3$ 6.6% Excl. Total Special Items (1) , Operating Profit margin would have been: 9.8% 9.9% -10 bps Income 66.7$ 79.0$ -15.5% Income attributable to TriMas Corporation (1) 65.9$ 74.4$ -11.4% Excl. Total Special Items (1) , Income attributable to TriMas Corporation would have been: 87.1$ 84.7$ 2.8% Diluted earnings per share, attributable to TriMas Corporation 1.46$ 1.80$ -18.9% Excl. Total Special Items (1) , diluted earnings per share attributable to TriMas Corporation would have been: 1.92$ 2.05$ -6.3% Free Cash Flow (2) 89.0$ 48.1$ 84.9% Total Debt 639.3$ 305.7$ 109.1% 11


 
Segment Highlights


 
Packaging Q4 and FY 2014 Results: • Sales increased primarily as a result of specialty systems product sales gains — Increased demand from North American and Asian dispensing customers — Positive impact of July 2014 acquisition of Lion Holdings — Q4 sales were negatively impacted by the West Coast port delays • Increased demand for industrial closures in the U.S., offset by the sale of the Italian industrial rings and levers business during Q3 2013 • Solid operating profit margins throughout the year (Quarterly results unaudited, dollars in millions) Key Initiatives: • Target specialty dispensing and closure products in higher growth end markets — Beverage, food, nutrition, personal care and pharmaceutical • Reorganize globally to better service customers and end markets with product- focused manufacturing facilities • Continue ramp-up of manufacturing capabilities in Asia to improve cost structure and flexibility • Launch technology center in India to develop solutions focused on customer needs • Focus on Asian market and cultivate other emerging market opportunities (1) Excluding “Special Items” for each period which are provided in the Appendix. Net Sales Q4-13 Q4-14 $78.2 $80.7 3.2% 2013 2014 7.8% $313.2 $337.7 Operating Profit(1) Q4-13 Q4-14 $18.2 $20.4 23.3% 25.3% 12.0% 2013 2014 6.4% $75.9 $80.7 24.2% 23.9% 13


 
Energy Q4 and FY 2014 Results: • FY 2014 sales increased primarily due to recent acquisitions in the United Kingdom, Thailand and India • Sales of standard gaskets and bolts in the U.S. increased in the back half of 2014, particularly in Q4 • FY 2014 operating profit(1) and margin were negatively impacted by continued less favorable product mix toward standard gaskets and bolts and challenges in Brazil • Year-over-year sales and margin improvement in Q4 Key Initiatives: • Relocate a portion of the Houston gasket and bolt manufacturing capability to Mexico and ramp-up production capacity of longer lead-time and standard products; transition expected to be completed over the next 12 to 18 months • Further optimize international manufacturing footprint and branch locations serving global customers • Continue to vertically integrate, optimize supply chain and drive Lean initiatives to lower manufacturing costs and improve margins • Increased focus on sales of more highly-engineered, specialty products (Quarterly results unaudited, dollars in millions) (1) Excluding “Special Items” for each period which are provided in the Appendix. Net Sales Q4-13 Q4-14 $44.2 $51.3 16.2% 2013 2014 0.6% $205.6 $206.7 Operating Profit(1) Q4-13 Q4-14 2.3% -8.9% nm 2013 2014 -24.6% 4.2% 3.1% $(3.9) $8.6 $6.5 $1.2 14


 
Aerospace Key Initiatives: • Position TriMas Aerospace as aerospace fastening system supplier of choice • Optimize manufacturing capabilities for improved throughput, reduced lead- times, on-time-delivery and lower costs – all improving margin • Expand aerospace fastener product lines to increase content and applications Q4 and FY 2014 Results: • Sales increased primarily as a result of acquisitions, including Allfast completed in Q4 2014 and Mac Fasteners completed in Q4 2013 • Continued to experience choppy order demand and industry consolidation in the aerospace distribution channel • Operating profit and margin decreased due to a less favorable product sales mix, lower margins associated with Mac Fasteners and Martinic, manufacturing inefficiencies, resolution of a previous customer claim and higher SG&A as a result of acquisitions (Quarterly results unaudited, dollars in millions) Net Sales Q4-13 Q4-14 $27.3 $35.1 28.5% 2013 2014 $95.5 $121.5 27.2% Operating Profit(1) Q4-13 Q4-14 25.7% 11.6% -42.2% 2013 2014 23.9% 15.2% -19.2% $7.0 $4.1 $22.8 $18.5 (1) Excluding “Special Items” for each period which are provided in the Appendix. 15


 
Engineered Components Key Initiatives: • Aggressively manage cost structure at Arrow in response to significantly reduced oil prices and impact on end market demand • Increase well content to continue to benefit from the expansion of oil and natural gas production over the long-term • Continue to develop new products • Continue capacity additions and better leverage the manufacturing cost structure resulting from the 2013 acquisition of cylinder assets Q4 and FY 2014 Results: • Sales of industrial cylinders increased primarily due to the November 2013 small cylinder asset acquisition, as well as growth in new products and markets • Sales of gas compression products and engine parts increased • Operating profit increased and margin improved significantly due to increased sales levels, higher fixed cost absorption, and continued productivity and cost reduction initiatives (Quarterly results unaudited, dollars in millions) Net Sales 2013 2014Q4-13 Q4-14 $41.5 $56.3 35.5% 19.4% $185.4 $221.4 Operating Profit Q4-13 Q4-14 12.0% 16.3% 83.2% 2013 2014 10.5% 15.4% 75.2% $5.0 $9.2 $19.5 $34.1 16


 
Cequent (APEA & Americas) $46.4 Q4 and FY 2014 Results: • Sales in Americas increased due to higher demand from the aftermarket and retail channels • Americas operating profit(1) and margin percentage was relatively flat as the benefits of the lower cost manufacturing facility were offset by higher freight costs related to footprint changes and increased input costs • FY 2014 APEA sales increased due to continued geographic expansion including the 2013 acquisitions in the United Kingdom and Germany • Q4 APEA sales declined primarily due to lower sales in Australia and Thailand, as well as the unfavorable impact of currency exchange • APEA operating profit(1) and margin percentage was impacted by a less favorable product and regional sales mix and an increase in SG&A Key Initiatives: • Optimize supply chain and productivity of lower-cost manufacturing facilities • Globalize product lines and brands for market share and cross-selling in new geographies in support of global customer needs • Improve manufacturing capabilities and go-to-market strategies of prior bolt-on acquisitions APEA Americas APEA Americas (1) Excluding “Special Items” for each period which are provided in the Appendix. (Quarterly results unaudited, dollars in millions) $40.3 $37.5 $151.6 $165.1 $88.7 $89.6 $437.3 $446.7 Net Sales Q4-13 Q4-14 $127.1 2013 2014 $588.9 $611.8 3.9% $129.0 -1.4% $4.6 $0.4 $13.9 $8.7 $0.8 $0.6 $34.4 $34.7 Operating Profit(1) Q4-13 Q4-14 $1.0 0.9% 0.6% 11.5% 1.1% 82.2% 2013 2014 9.2% 7.9% 5.3% 7.8% -10.2% $5.4 $48.3 $43.4 17


 
Outlook and Summary


 
2015 – Segment Assumptions 19 Drivers differ by segment, but actions in place for continued growth and higher margins. Segment Revenue Margin Packaging • Mid single-digit growth • 2% to 3% currency headwind • Maintain 22% to 24% operating profit Aerospace • Grows at 50%+ due to Allfast • Full year operating profit > 20% • Improving sequentially during year as actions implemented Energy • GDP growth • Uncertainty due to oil prices • Full year 150-250 basis point margin expansion • Improving sequentially during year as actions implemented Engineered Components • Oil prices expected to lower Arrow revenue ~ 25% to 35% • GDP growth for Norris, offset by lower exports due to stronger U.S. dollar • Operating profit in 13% to 15% range • Margin headwind due to declining oil prices Cequent • U.S. ~ GDP+ growth • Currency headwind of 10% for CAPEA • Full year 100 basis point margin expansion


 
2015 Outlook Full Year Outlook as of 2/25/15 Sales Growth 3% to 5% Earnings Per Share, diluted(1) $2.10 to $2.20 Free Cash Flow(2) $60 to $70 million (1) Defined as diluted earnings per share from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation, excluding “Special Items.” (2) Defined as Cash Flow from Operating Activities less Capital Expenditures. 20 Midpoint of 2015 EPS outlook represents an approximate 12% increase as compared with 2014. Organic 3% to 4% Acquisitions 4% to 5% Oil Price Decline ~ (2%) Currency ~ (2%) I 3% to 5% Note: This guidance is reflective of a full year of TriMas Corporation as it operates today; if and when the proposed spin transaction of Cequent is completed, management will update guidance accordingly.


 
$1.92 $2.10 to $2.20 $(0.10) $(0.05) $0.03 $0.50 - $0.60 $(0.20) $1.70 $1.80 $1.90 $2.00 $2.10 $2.20 $2.30 $2.40 2014 EPS Interest expense Corp & LTI inflation/reset costs Tax rate Operations (ex oil & fx impact) Oil & foreign currency 2015 EPS Outlook Cequent Organic (less Cequent) Acquisitions Currency Oil Bridge from 2014 Reported to 2015 EPS(1) Guidance • 2015 EPS outlook growth of 9% to 15% as compared to 2014 • Interest expense higher due to financing related to the Allfast acquisition • Significant headwinds related to oil prices and the stronger U.S. Dollar Focus on capturing opportunities and mitigating risks. (1) Estimates provided exclude the impact of “Special Items.” For a detailed reconciliation of 2014 EPS, excluding “Special Items” please see the Appendix. 21


 
Summary • Revenue and income growth during 2014 – much more to accomplish going forward • Continuing the portfolio transformation in 2015 • Cequent spin-off • Leverage synergies of recent Aerospace and Packaging acquisitions • Focus on core margins of remaining business – Energy and Aerospace are high priority • Capitalize on profitable growth opportunities • Grow higher-margin platforms faster • Willing to exit lower margin products and geographies • Mitigate external headwinds • Uncertain macro-economic environment • Currency and oil prices Execution of strategic priorities in 2015. 22


 
Questions and Answers


 
Appendix


 
2015 Outlook – Additional Assumptions Full Year Outlook as of 2/25/15 Interest expense ~ $20 to $22 million Capital expenditures ~ 4% of sales Tax rate ~ 28% to 29% 25


 
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet (Dollars in thousands) December 31, December 31, 2014 2013 Assets Current assets: Cash and cash equivalents............................................................. 24,420$ 27,000$ Receivables, net............................................................................ 196,320 180,210 Inventories..................................................................................... 294,630 270,690 Deferred income taxes................................................................... 28,870 18,340 Prepaid expenses and other current assets...................................... 14,380 18,770 Total current assets.................................................................... 558,620 515,010 Property and equipment, net.............................................................. 232,650 206,150 Goodwill........................................................................................... 466,660 309,660 Other intangibles, net........................................................................ 363,930 219,530 Other assets.................................................................................... 39,890 50,430 Total assets............................................................................... 1,661,750$ 1,300,780$ Liabilities and Shareholders' Equity Current liabilities: Current maturities, long-term debt................................................... 23,860$ 10,290$ Accounts payable.......................................................................... 185,010 166,090 Accrued liabilities.......................................................................... 101,050 85,130 Total current liabilities................................................................. 309,920 261,510 Long-term debt................................................................................. 615,470 295,450 Deferred income taxes...................................................................... 55,290 64,940 Other long-term liabilities................................................................... 90,440 99,990 Total liabilities............................................................................ 1,071,120 721,890 Redeemable noncontrolling interests............................................ - 29,480 Total shareholders' equity............................................................ 590,630 549,410 Total liabilities and shareholders' equity........................................ 1,661,750$ 1,300,780$ 26


 
Consolidated Statement of Income Three months ended Twelve months ended 2014 2013 2014 2013 Net sales................................................................................................. 350,570$ 320,190$ 1,499,080$ 1,388,600$ Cost of sales............................................................................................ (269,040) (249,420) (1,114,140) (1,037,540) Gross profit........................................................................................... 81,530 70,770 384,940 351,060 Selling, general and administrative expenses............................................... (61,910) (61,740) (255,880) (243,230) Net gain (loss) on dispositions of property and equipment............................. (4,020) 1,420 (4,510) 11,770 Operating profit..................................................................................... 15,600 10,450 124,550 119,600 Other expense, net: Interest expense................................................................................... (4,750) (2,010) (15,020) (18,330) Debt financing and extinguishment costs................................................. (3,360) (2,460) (3,360) (2,460) Other expense, net................................................................................ (1,350) (2,280) (6,570) (1,720) Other expense, net............................................................................ (9,460) (6,750) (24,950) (22,510) Income from continuing operations before income tax expense...................... 6,140 3,700 99,600 97,090 Income tax benefit (expense)..................................................................... (3,460) 3,740 (32,870) (18,140) Income from continuing operations.............................................................. 2,680 7,440 66,730 78,950 Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of income tax expense......... (1,210) 840 2,550 1,120 Net income............................................................................................... 1,470 8,280 69,280 80,070 Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests.............................. - 1,430 810 4,520 Net income attributable to TriMas Corporation.............................................. 1,470$ 6,850$ 68,470$ 75,550$ Earnings (loss) per share attributable to TriMas Corporation - basic: Continuing operations............................................................................ $ 0.06 $ 0.13 $ 1.47 $ 1.82 Discontinued operations......................................................................... (0.03) 0.02 0.06 0.03 Net income per share............................................................................ $ 0.03 $ 0.15 $ 1.53 $ 1.85 Weighted average common shares - basic 44,938,675 44,698,948 44,881,925 40,926,257 Earnings (loss) per share attributable to TriMas Corporation - diluted: Continuing operations............................................................................ $ 0.06 $ 0.13 $ 1.46 $ 1.80 Discontinued operations......................................................................... (0.03) 0.02 0.05 0.03 Net income per share............................................................................ $ 0.03 $ 0.15 $ 1.51 $ 1.83 Weighted average common shares - diluted 45,384,460 45,159,205 45,269,409 41,395,706 December 31, December 31, (Unaudited, dollars in thousands, except for per share amounts) 27


 
Consolidated Statement of Cash Flow (Unaudited, dollars in thousands) 2014 2013 Cash Flows from Operating Activities: Net income......................................................................................................................... 69,280$ 80,070$ Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities, net of acquisition impact: Gain on dispositions of businesses and other assets.......................................................... (2,250) (11,770) Bargain purchase gain...................................................................................................... - (2,880) Depreciation.................................................................................................................... 32,770 30,810 Amortization of intangible assets....................................................................................... 23,710 19,770 Amortization of debt issue costs....................................................................................... 1,940 1,780 Deferred income taxes..................................................................................................... (8,620) (8,800) Non-cash compensation expense...................................................................................... 7,440 9,200 Excess tax benefits from stock based compensation.......................................................... (1,180) (1,550) Debt financing and extinguishment costs........................................................................... 3,360 2,460 Increase in receivables..................................................................................................... (13,290) (25,580) Increase in inventories...................................................................................................... (7,510) (10,690) (Increase) decrease in prepaid expenses and other assets.................................................. 5,410 (2,380) Increase in accounts payable and accrued liabilities........................................................... 14,050 7,800 Other, net....................................................................................................................... (1,710) (630) Net cash provided by operating activities, net of acquisition impact................................... 123,400 87,610 Cash Flows from Investing Activities: Capital expenditures........................................................................................................ (34,450) (39,490) Acquisition of businesses, net of cash acquired.................................................................. (382,880) (105,790) Net proceeds from disposition of businesses and other assets............................................. 7,240 14,940 Net cash used for investing activities.............................................................................. (410,090) (130,340) Cash Flows from Financing Activities: Proceeds from sale of common stock in connection with the Company's equity offering, net of issuance costs - 174,670 Proceeds from borrowings on term loan facilities................................................................. 446,420 359,470 Repayments of borrowings on term loan facilities................................................................ (180,810) (587,500) Proceeds from borrowings on revolving credit and accounts receivable facilities..................... 1,068,100 1,222,980 Repayments of borrowings on revolving credit and accounts receivable facilities..................... (993,090) (1,113,910) Debt financing fees.......................................................................................................... (3,840) (3,610) Distributions to noncontrolling interests.............................................................................. (580) (2,710) Payment for noncontrolling interests.................................................................................. (51,000) - Proceeds from contingent consideration related to disposition of businesses......................... - 1,030 Shares surrendered upon vesting of options and restricted stock awards to cover tax obligations…...………………………………………………………………………………………… (2,910) (4,440) Proceeds from exercise of stock options............................................................................ 640 1,620 Excess tax benefits from stock based compensation.......................................................... 1,180 1,550 Net cash provided by financing activities......................................................................... 284,110 49,150 Cash and Cash Equivalents: Increase (decrease) for the period...................................................................................... (2,580) 6,420 At beginning of period....................................................................................................... 27,000 20,580 At end of period........................................................................................................... 24,420$ 27,000$ Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information: Cash paid for interest................................................................................................... 10,870$ 16,750$ Cash paid for taxes...................................................................................................... 41,110$ 37,700$ Twleve months ended December 31, 28


 
Company and Business Segment Financial Information Three months ended 2014 2013 2014 2013 Packaging Net sales................................................................................................................................................ 80,710$ 78,220$ 337,710$ 313,220$ Operating profit........................................................................................................................................ 18,180$ 18,220$ 77,850$ 83,770$ Special Items to consider in evaluating operating profit: Severance and business restructuring costs........................................................................................... 2,220$ -$ 2,840$ -$ Release of historical translation adjustment related to the sale of Italian business...................................... -$ -$ -$ (7,910)$ Excluding Special Items, operating profit would have been................................................................... 20,400$ 18,220$ 80,690$ 75,860$ Energy Net sales................................................................................................................................................ 51,330$ 44,160$ 206,720$ 205,580$ Operating profit (loss)............................................................................................................................... (7,530)$ (3,910)$ (6,660)$ 8,620$ Special Items to consider in evaluating operating profit (loss): Severance and business restructuring costs........................................................................................... 7,460$ -$ 11,890$ -$ Release of historical translation adjustment related to the closure of Brazilian manufacturing facility............ 1,270$ -$ 1,270$ -$ Excluding Special Items, operating profit (loss) would have been.......................................................... 1,200$ (3,910)$ 6,500$ 8,620$ Aerospace Net sales................................................................................................................................................ 35,090$ 27,300$ 121,510$ 95,530$ Operating profit........................................................................................................................................ 3,440$ 7,020$ 17,830$ 22,830$ Special Items to consider in evaluating operating profit: Severance and business restructuring costs........................................................................................... 620$ -$ 620$ -$ Excluding Special Items, operating profit would have been................................................................... 4,060$ 7,020$ 18,450$ 22,830$ Engineered Components Net sales................................................................................................................................................ 56,300$ 41,540$ 221,360$ 185,370$ Operating profit........................................................................................................................................ 9,160$ 5,000$ 34,080$ 19,450$ Cequent APEA Net sales................................................................................................................................................ 37,550$ 40,290$ 165,110$ 151,620$ Operating profit (loss)............................................................................................................................... (70)$ 4,620$ 7,860$ 13,920$ Special Items to consider in evaluating operating profit (loss): Severance and business restructuring costs........................................................................................... 470$ -$ 850$ -$ Excluding Special Items, operating profit (loss) would have been.......................................................... 400$ 4,620$ 8,710$ 13,920$ Cequent Americas Net sales................................................................................................................................................ 89,590$ 88,680$ 446,670$ 437,280$ Operating profit (loss)............................................................................................................................... (220)$ (12,180)$ 31,090$ 8,850$ Special Items to consider in evaluating operating profit (loss): Severance and business restructuring costs........................................................................................... 790$ 13,000$ 3,590$ 25,570$ Excluding Special Items, operating profit (loss) would have been.......................................................... 570$ 820$ 34,680$ 34,420$ Corporate Expenses Operating loss......................................................................................................................................... (7,360)$ (8,320)$ (37,500)$ (37,840)$ Special Items to consider in evaluating operating loss: Cequent spin-off transaction costs......................................................................................................... 700$ -$ 700$ -$ Excluding Special Items, operating loss would have been.................................................................... (6,660)$ (8,320)$ (36,800)$ (37,840)$ Total Company Net sales................................................................................................................................................ 350,570$ 320,190$ 1,499,080$ 1,388,600$ Operating profit........................................................................................................................................ 15,600$ 10,450$ 124,550$ 119,600$ Total Special Items to consider in evaluating operating profit........................................................................ 13,530$ 13,000$ 21,760$ 17,660$ Excluding Special Items, operating profit would have been................................................................... 29,130$ 23,450$ 146,310$ 137,260$ December 31, December 31, Twelve months ended(Unaudited, dollars in thousands) 29


 
Additional Information Regarding Special Items Impacting Reported GAAP Financial Measures (Unaudited, dollars in thousands, except for per share amounts) Three months ended Twelve months ended December 31, December 31, 2014 2013 2014 2013 Income from continuing operations, as reported............................................................................................................................... 2,680$ 7,440$ 66,730$ 78,950$ Less: Net income attributable to noncontrolling interests.......................................................................................................................... - 1,430 810 4,520 Income from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation........................................................................................................ 2,680 6,010 65,920 74,430 After-tax impact of Special Items to consider in evaluating quality of income from continuing operations: Release of historical translation adjustment related to the sale of Italian business and closure of Brazillian manufacturing facility……......... 1,270 - 1,270 (7,910) Severance and business restructuring costs....................................................................................................................................... 10,380 7,170 17,300 15,860 Cequent spin-off related costs............................................................................................................................................................ 440 - 440 - Debt financing and extinguishment costs............................................................................................................................................ 2,120 1,530 2,120 1,530 Net gain on termination of interest rate swaps..................................................................................................................................... - (1,410) - (1,410) Tax restructuring.............................................................................................................................................................................. - - - 2,200 Excluding Special Items, income from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation would have been..................... 16,890$ 13,300$ 87,050$ 84,700$ Three months ended Twelve months ended December 31, December 31, 2014 2013 2014 2013 Diluted earnings per share from continuing operations attributable to TriMas Corporation, as reported.......................................... 0.06$ 0.13$ 1.46$ 1.80$ After-tax impact of Special Items to consider in evaluating quality of EPS from continuing operations: Release of historical translation adjustment related to the sale of Italian business and closure of Brazillian manufacturing facility............... 0.03 - 0.03 (0.19) Severance and business restructuring costs....................................................................................................................................... 0.23 0.16 0.38 0.38 Cequent spin-off related costs............................................................................................................................................................ 0.01 - 0.01 - Debt financing and extinguishment costs............................................................................................................................................ 0.04 0.03 0.04 0.04 Net gain on termination of interest rate swaps..................................................................................................................................... - (0.03) - (0.03) Tax restructuring.............................................................................................................................................................................. - - - 0.05 Excluding Special Items, EPS from continuing operations would have been................................................................................ 0.37$ 0.29$ 1.92$ 2.05$ Weighted-average shares outstanding for the three and twelve months ended December 31, 2014 and 2013.............................. 45,384,460 45,159,205 45,269,409 41,395,706 2014 2013 2014 2013 Operating profit (excluding Special Items)……………………….………................................................................................................ 29,130$ 23,450$ 146,310$ 137,260$ Corporate expenses (excluding Special Items)…………………………………………................................................................................ 6,660 8,320 36,800 37,840 Segment operating profit (excluding Special Items)…………………................................................................................................... 35,790$ 31,770$ 183,110$ 175,100$ Segment operating profit margin (excluding Special Items)…...……................................................................................................ 10.2% 9.9% 12.2% 12.6% December 31, December 31, Three months ended Twelve months ended 30


 
Current Debt Structure (Unaudited, dollars in thousands) As of December 31, 2014, TriMas had $216.4 million of cash and available liquidity under its revolving credit and accounts receivable facilities. December 31, December 31, 2014 2013 Cash and Cash Equivalents…………………………… 24,420$ 27,000$ Credit Agreement……………………………………… 559,530 246,130 Receivables facility and other………………………… 79,800 59,610 639,330 305,740 Total Debt………………………...…………………… 639,330$ 305,740$ Key Ratios: Bank LTM EBITDA……………………………………… 243,610$ 196,990$ Interest Coverage Ratio………………………………… 13.02 x 11.08 x Leverage Ratio………………………………………… 2.71 x 1.67 x Bank Covenants: Minimum Interest Coverage Ratio…………………… 3.00 x 3.00 x Maximum Leverage Ratio……………………………… 3.50 x 3.50 x 31


 
LTM Bank EBITDA as Defined in Credit Agreement (Unaudited, dollars in thousands) 69,280$ Interest expense, net (as defined)............................................................................................... 15,900 Income tax expense.................................................................................................................. 34,340 Depreciation and amortization.................................................................................................... 56,480 Non-cash compensation expense............................................................................................... 7,440 Other non-cash expenses or losses........................................................................................... 13,240 Non-recurring expenses or costs in connection with acquisition integration.................................... 7,320 Acquisition integration costs...................................................................................................... 9,600 Debt extinguishment costs........................................................................................................ 3,360 Permitted dispositions............................................................................................................... 910 Permitted acquisitions............................................................................................................... 23,980 Negative EBITDA from discontinued operations............................................................................ 1,760 243,610$ (1) As defined in the Credit Agreement dated October 16, 2013 Net income for the twelve months ended December 31, 2014 .......................................................... Bank EBITDA - LTM Ended December 31, 2014 (1)…………………………………………………………… 32