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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): March 3, 2020
ASTEC INDUSTRIES INC
 (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)
 
 
 
 
 
TN
 
001-11595
 
62-0873631
(State or Other Jurisdiction
of Incorporation)
 
(Commission File Number)
 
(IRS Employer
Identification No.)

1725 SHEPHERD ROAD
CHATTANOOGA, TN 37421
(Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code)
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code: (423) 899-5898

N/A
(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):
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Title of each class
Trading Symbol
Name of each exchange on which registered
 
Common Stock
ASTE
The NASDAQ Stock Market LLC


Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).

Emerging growth company  ☐

If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act.  ☐

Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition
On March 3, 2020 Astec Industries, Inc. (the “Company”) reported results of operations for the three months and year ended December 31, 2019.  The press release attached as Exhibit 99.1 includes additional information regarding the foregoing and is incorporated herein by reference.

Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure
On March 4, 2020 the Company will hold a live audio webcast to discuss its financial results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2019. In connection with the webcast, the Company is furnishing to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission the following documents attached as exhibits to this Current Report on Form 8-K and incorporated by reference to this Item 7.01:  the slide presentation attached as Exhibit 99.2 hereto.

Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits
(d)
Exhibits

 
99.1
Press release dated March 3, 2020 issued by the Company
 
99.2
Slide 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.

 
 
 
  
 
Astec Industries, Inc.
(Registrant)
  
 
 
  
Date: March 3, 2020
By:
/s/ Rebecca A. Weyenberg
  
 
 
Rebecca A. Weyenberg
  
 
 
Chief Financial Officer,
 
  

EXHIBIT INDEX
 

99.1
Earnings release dated March 3, 2020 issued by the Company
99.2
Slide Presentation

 

Exhibit 99.1


Astec Industries, Inc.
1725 Shepherd Rd.
Chattanooga TN  37421
News Release


ASTEC INDUSTRIES REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL YEAR 2019 RESULTS

Fourth Quarter 2019 Highlights (all comparisons are made to the prior year fourth quarter):
•
Net Sales decreased 10.7% to $283.2M
•
Gross profit of 12.2%; adjusted gross profit of 21.5% decreased 250bps
•
EPS loss of $0.85; adjusted EPS of $0.40 decreased from $0.61 a year ago
•
Adjusted EBITDA of $15.0M decreased 46.6%; adjusted EBITDA margin of 5.3% declined 350bps

2019 Highlights (all comparisons are made to the prior year):
•
Net sales were relatively flat; adjusted net sales decreased 7.8% to $1.15B
•
Gross profit of 21.1%; adjusted gross profit of 22.0% decreased 180bps
•
EPS of $0.95; adjusted EPS of $1.59 decreased from $2.94 a year ago
•
Adjusted EBITDA of $68.3M decreased 41.3%; adjusted EBITDA margin of 5.9% declined 340bps
•
Began restructuring initiatives related to strategic pillars for profitable growth – Simplify, Focus and Grow

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. (March 3, 2020) – Astec Industries, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASTE) announced today its financial results for fourth quarter and full-year ended December 31, 2019.

Fourth Quarter 2019 Results

Fourth quarter net sales of $283.2 million decreased 10.7% compared to $317.0 million for the fourth quarter of 2018. Domestic sales of $209.6 million decreased 15.5% from $248.2 million a year ago, while International sales of $73.6 million increased 7.0% from $68.8 million in the fourth quarter of 2018. Excluding the impact of foreign currency, net sales decreased 10.4%.

Backlog as of December 31, 2019 of $263.7 million decreased by $81.3 million, or 23.6% compared to the backlog of $344.9 million a year ago. Domestic backlog decreased by 25.4% to $194.5 million from $260.7 million in 2018. International backlog of $69.2 million decreased compared to $84.2 million last year. Although we experienced a decline in each segment, weakness was concentrated in the Aggregate and Mining Group as dealers had increased their inventory levels throughout 2018 to meet demand but then began to destock in 2019.

An operating loss of $28.1 million compared to a loss of $69.4 million in the fourth quarter 2018.  In relation to the company’s efforts to simplify the organization, the company incurred a $9.9 million pre-tax restructuring charge, or $0.34 per diluted share for the fourth quarter. The restructuring items are related to the expected sale of the GEFCO subsidiary, closure of our German operation and the transfer of the CEI products to Heatec and RexCon. In the fourth quarter of 2019, after considering new management’s revised inventory control and working capital control objectives and the Company’s assessment of the age, quantities on hand, market acceptance of the equipment, and other related factors, it was determined that various specific equipment models in each of the Company’s business units required additions to their net realizable value reserves. The fourth quarter results include a pre-tax inventory write-down of $26.5 million or $0.91 per diluted share. Fourth quarter adjusted operating income of $8.4 million decreased 60.5% compared to $21.2 million a year ago.  Adjusted operating margin of 3.0% declined 370 basis points from 6.7% in fourth quarter 2018.   Adjusted operating income declined primarily due to the lower volumes.  SGA&E expenses declined 4.0% on a dollar basis but increased as a percent of sales 130 basis points to 18.6% from 17.3% in the fourth quarter of 2018 due to the decline in sales.

Adjusted EBITDA of $15.0 million decreased 46.6% compared to $28.0 million a year ago.  Adjusted EBITDA margin of 5.3% declined 350 basis points from 8.8% in fourth quarter 2018.

Net loss of $19.2 million or $0.85 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $47.0 million or $2.08 per diluted share for the fourth quarter of 2018.  Excluding unusual items and restructuring charges mentioned above, adjusted net income of $9.0 million decreased 35.4% compared to the same period a year ago.  Adjusted EPS of $0.40 decreased 34.4% compared to $0.61 last year.

“Fourth quarter results showed continued softness in North America that was partially offset by an increase in international sales. Despite the temporary headwinds, I am encouraged by the progress we are making towards our strategic initiatives to Simplify, Focus and Grow the organization,” stated Barry Ruffalo, CEO of Astec Industries, Inc. “As recently announced, we are in the process of marketing the GEFCO business for sale.  This will further simplify the organization, strengthen our financial position and release additional capital to deploy toward strategic growth opportunities. Additionally, we have taken important steps to restructure the company and streamline business units to increase internal transparency and improve the decision-making process. These collective actions are important in building the foundation for the future success of Astec Industries.”

Full Year 2019 Results

Net sales for 2019 were $1,169.6 million, or relatively flat when compared to 2018.  Domestic sales decreased 0.8% to $908.5 million from $915.8 million a year ago, while International sales increased 2.1% to $261.1 million from $255.8 million in 2018.  Excluding the impact of foreign currency, net sales increased 0.5%.

Operating income of $23.9 million compares to a loss of $86.4 million in 2018.  The company incurred a total of $37.9 million in pre-tax restructuring charges and inventory write-downs for 2019, or $1.36 per diluted share.  Adjusted operating income of $41.8 million decreased 52.4% compared to $87.8 million in 2018.  Adjusted operating margin of 3.6% declined 340 basis points from 7.0% in 2018.  Adjusted operating income declined primarily because of a reduction in gross margin of 180 basis points to 22.0% from 23.8% in 2018.

Adjusted EBITDA of $68.3 million decreased 41.3% compared to $116.3 million in 2018.  Adjusted EBITDA margin of 5.9% declined 340 basis points from 9.3% in 2018.

Net income of $21.5 million or $0.95 per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $60.4 million or $2.64 per diluted share in 2018.  Adjusted net income of $36.0 million decreased 46.6% compared to 2018.  Adjusted EPS of $1.59 decreased 45.9% compared to $2.94 last year.

The Company identified certain material weaknesses in its internal control over financial reporting.  As a result, the Company needs additional time to complete the compilation of information and finalization of its assessment of the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting for its consolidated financial statements and related disclosures to be filed as part of the 2019 Form 10-K.  The Company has filed a Form 12b-25 with the Securities and Exchange Commission in order to extend the due date of its 2019 Annual Report on Form 10-K for 15 days, as permitted by Rule 12b-25 under the Securities Exchange Act.

Investor Conference Call and Web Simulcast

Astec will conduct a conference call and live webcast today, March 4, 2020, at 10:00 A.M. Eastern Time, to review its fourth quarter and year end results as well as current business conditions. The number to call for this interactive teleconference is (877) 407-9210 (at least 10 minutes prior to the scheduled time for the call). International callers should dial (201) 689-8049. You may also access a live webcast of the call by visiting https//www.webcaster4.com/Webcast/Page/2146/33412.  You will need to give your name and company affiliation and reference Astec Industries.  An archived webcast will be available for ninety days at www.astecindustries.com.

A replay of the conference call will be available through March 17, 2020 by dialing (877) 481-4010, or (919) 882-2331 for international callers, Conference ID #33412. A transcript of the conference call will be made available under the Investor Relations section of the Astec Industries, Inc. website within 5 business days after the call.

About Astec Industries, Inc.

Astec Industries, Inc., (www.astecindustries.com), is a manufacturer of specialized equipment for asphalt road building, aggregate processing and concrete production. Astec’s manufacturing operations are divided into three primary business segments: road building, (Infrastructure Group); aggregate processing and mining equipment (Aggregate and Mining Group); and a diversified portfolio of equipment used in various industries including energy-related markets (Energy Group).

Forward-Looking Statements
The information contained in this press release contains “forward-looking statements” (within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) regarding the future performance of the Company, including statements about the effects on the Company from (i) restructuring initiatives, (ii) the potential sale of the GEFCO business, (iii) increases in international demand, and (iv) product demand in North America. These forward-looking statements reflect management’s expectations and are based upon currently available information, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise such statements.  These statements are not guarantees of performance and are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which cannot be predicted or anticipated.  Future events and actual results, financial or otherwise, could differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the forward-looking statements.  Important factors that could cause future events or actual results to differ materially include:  general uncertainty in the economy, oil, gas and liquid asphalt prices, rising steel prices, decreased funding for highway projects, the relative strength/weakness of the dollar to foreign currencies, production capacity, general business conditions in the industry, demand for the Company’s products, seasonality and cyclicality in operating results, seasonality of sales volumes or lower than expected sales volumes, lower than expected margins on custom equipment orders, competitive activity, tax rates and the impact of future legislation thereon, and those other factors listed from time to time in the Company’s reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to the Company’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018.

For Additional Information Contact:
Steve Anderson 
Senior Vice President Administration, Investor Relations & Corporate Secretary 
Phone: (423) 899-5898 
Fax: (423) 899-4456 
E-mail: [email protected]





Astec Industries, Inc.
            
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets
            
(in thousands)
            
(unaudited)
            
             
   
Dec
    
Dec
  
   
2019
    
2018
  
Assets
            
Current assets
            
Cash and cash equivalents
  
$
48,857
    
$
25,821
  
Investments
    
1,547
      
1,946
  
Receivables and contract assets, net
    
124,103
      
133,978
  
Inventories
    
278,863
      
355,944
  
Prepaid expenses and other
    
59,603
      
43,302
  
Total current assets
    
512,973
      
560,991
  
Property and equipment, net
    
182,404
      
192,448
  
Other assets
    
104,387
      
102,018
  
Total assets
  
$
799,764
    
$
855,457
  
Liabilities and equity
                
Current liabilities
                
Accounts payable - trade
  
$
55,055
    
$
70,614
  
Other current liabilities
    
117,873
      
118,617
  
Total current liabilities
    
172,928
      
189,231
  
Long-term debt, less current maturities
    
690
      
59,709
  
Non-current liabilities
    
24,490
      
21,227
  
Total equity
    
601,656
      
585,290
  
Total liabilities and equity
  
$
799,764
    
$
855,457
  
                 




Astec Industries, Inc.
                        
 Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations                        
(in thousands, except per share data)
                        
(unaudited)
                        
                         
   
Three Months Ended
    
Year Ended
  
   
Dec 31 2019
      Dec 31 2018
    
Dec 31 2019
      Dec 31 2018
  
Net sales
  
$
283,224
    
$
317,005
    
$
1,169,613
    
$
1,171,599
  
Cost of sales
    
248,797
      
318,636
      
923,159
      
1,035,833
  
Gross profit (loss)
    
34,427
      
(1,631
)
    
246,454
      
135,766
  
Selling, general, administrative & engineering expenses
    
52,554
      
54,732
      
211,148
      
209,127
  
Restructuring and asset impairment charges
    
9,942
      
13,060
      
11,373
      
13,060
  
Income (loss) from operations
    
(28,069
)
    
(69,423
)
    
23,933
      
(86,421
)
Interest expense
    
(68
)
    
(557
)
    
(1,367
)
    
(1,045
)
Other
    
250
      
11
      
1,629
      
1,783
  
Income (loss) before income taxes
    
(27,887
)
    
(69,969
)
    
24,195
      
(85,683
)
Income taxes
    
(8,701
)
    
(22,932
)
    
2,720
      
(25,234
)
Net income (loss) attributable to controlling interest
  
$
(19,186
)
  
$
(47,037
)
  
$
21,475
    
$
(60,449
)
                                 
                                 
Earnings (loss) per Common Share
                                
Net income (loss) attributable to controlling interest
                                
          Basic
  
$
(0.85
)
  
$
(2.08
)
  
$
0.95
    
$
(2.64
)
          Diluted
  
$
(0.85
)
  
$
(2.08
)
  
$
0.95
    
$
(2.64
)
                                 
                                 
Weighted average common shares outstanding
                                
          Basic
    
22,531
      
22,582
      
22,515
      
22,902
  
          Diluted
    
22,531
      
22,582
      
22,674
      
22,902
  
                                 



Astec Industries, Inc.
                      
Segment Revenues and Profits (Losses)                      
For the three months ended December 31, 2019 and 2018                      
(in thousands)                      
(unaudited)                      
                           
   
Infrastructure
Group
  
Aggregate
and Mining
Group
    
Energy
Group
  
Corporate
    
Total
  
2019 Revenues
    
115,671
      
91,981
      
75,170
      
402
      
283,224
  
2018 Revenues
    
124,930
      
116,064
      
76,011
      
-
      
317,005
  
Change $
    
(9,259
)
    
(24,083
)
    
(841
)
    
402
      
(33,781
)
Change %
    
(7.4
%)
    
(20.7
%)
    
(1.1
%)
    
-
      
(10.7
%)
                                         
2019 Gross Profit
    
11,220
      
13,041
      
8,511
      
1,655
      
34,427
  
2019 Gross Profit %
    
9.7
%
    
14.2
%
    
11.3
%
    
411.7
%
    
12.2
%
2018 Gross Profit (Loss)
    
(41,462
)
    
30,347
      
9,375
      
109
      
(1,631
)
2018 Gross Profit (Loss) %
    
(33.2
%)
    
26.1
%
    
12.3
%
    
-
      
(0.5
%)
Change
    
52,682
      
(17,306
)
    
(864
)
    
1,546
      
36,058
  
                                         
2019 Loss
    
(3,815
)
    
(179
)
    
(12,192
)
    
(3,070
)
    
(19,256
)
2018 Profit (Loss)
    
(69,833
)
    
10,796
      
(13,336
)
    
22,015
      
(50,358
)
Change $
    
66,018
      
(10,975
)
    
1,144
      
(25,085
)
    
31,102
  
Change %
    
94.5
%
    
(101.7
%)
    
8.6
%
    
(113.9
%)
    
61.8
%
                                         
Segment revenues are reported net of intersegment revenues. Segment gross profit (loss) is net of profit on intersegment revenues. A reconciliation of total segment losses to the Company's net loss attributable to controlling interest is as follows (in thousands):
  
                                         
         
Three months ended December 31
          
             
2019
      
2018
  
Change $
          
Total loss for all segments
    
$
(19,256
)
  
$
(50,358
)
  
$
31,102
          
Recapture of intersegment profit
      
64
      
3,263
      
(3,199
)
        
Net loss attributable to non-controlling interest
      
6
      
58
      
(52
)
        
Net loss attributable to controlling interest
    
$
(19,186
)
  
$
(47,037
)
  
$
27,851
          
                                         


Astec Industries, Inc.
                          
 Segment Revenues and Profits (Losses)                          
 For the Year ended December 31, 2019 and 2018                          
 (in thousands)                          
 (unaudited)                          
                               
   
Infrastructure
Group
    
Aggregate
and Mining
Group
    
Energy
Group
    
Corporate
    
Total
  
2019 Revenues
    
492,118
      
404,971
      
272,122
      
402
      
1,169,613
  
2018 Revenues
    
442,289
      
453,164
      
276,146
      
-
      
1,171,599
  
Change $
    
49,829
      
(48,193
)
    
(4,024
)
    
402
      
(1,986
)
Change %
    
11.3
%
    
(10.6
%)
    
(1.5
%)
    
-
      
(0.2
%)
                                         
2019 Gross Profit
    
105,012
      
84,917
      
54,719
      
1,806
      
246,454
  
2019 Gross Profit  %
    
21.3
%
    
21.0
%
    
20.1
%
    
449.3
%
    
21.1
%
2018 Gross Profit (Loss)
    
(37,357
)
    
112,972
      
59,751
      
400
      
135,766
  
2018 Gross Profit (Loss) %
    
(8.4
%)
    
24.9
%
    
21.6
%
    
-
      
11.6
%
Change
    
142,369
      
(28,055
)
    
(5,032
)
    
1,406
      
110,688
  
                                         
2019 Profit (Loss)
    
35,449
      
22,790
      
(567
)
    
(37,491
)
    
20,181
  
2018 Profit (Loss)
    
(112,954
)
    
45,464
      
3,070
      
1,586
      
(62,834
)
Change $
    
148,403
      
(22,674
)
    
(3,637
)
    
(39,077
)
    
83,015
  
Change %
    
131.4
%
    
(49.9
%)
    
(118.5
%)
    
(2463.9
%)
    
132.1
%
                                         
                                         
Segment revenues are reported net of intersegment revenues. Segment gross profit (loss) is net of profit on intersegment revenues. A reconciliation of total segment profits (losses) to the Company's net income (loss) attributable to controlling interest is as follows (in thousands):
  
                                         
           
Year ended December 31
          
             
2019
      
2018
    
Change $
          
Total profit (loss) for all segments
    
$
20,181
    
$
(62,834
)
  
$
83,015
          
Recapture of intersegment profit
      
1,162
      
2,090
      
(928
)
        
Net loss attributable to non-controlling interest
      
132
      
295
      
(163
)
        
Net income (loss) attributable to controlling interest
    
$
21,475
    
$
(60,449
)
  
$
81,924
          
                                         
                                         
Astec Industries, Inc.
                                  
Backlog by Segment
                                  
December 31, 2019 and 2018
                                  
 (in thousands)                                  
 (unaudited)                                  
                                         
   
Infrastructure
Group
    
Aggregate
and Mining
Group
    
Energy
Group
    
Total
          
2019 Backlog
    
139,081
      
74,127
      
50,497
      
263,705
          
2018 Backlog
    
149,437
      
130,691
      
64,834
      
344,962
          
Change $
    
(10,356
)
    
(56,564
)
    
(14,337
)
    
(81,257
)
        
Change %
    
(6.9
%)
    
(43.3
%)
    
(22.1
%)
    
(23.6
%)
        
                                         


Glossary
                  
In its earnings release, Astec refers to various GAAP (U.S. generally accepted accounting principles) and non-GAAP financial measures. These non-GAAP measures may not be comparable to similarly titled measures being disclosed by other companies. Non-GAAP financial measures should be considered in addition to, and not in lieu of, GAAP financial measures. Nonetheless, this non-GAAP information can be useful in understanding the Company's operating results and the performance of its core businesses.
  
The amounts described below are unaudited, reported in thousands of U.S. Dollars (Except Share data), and as of or for the periods indicated.
  
                   
Q4 2019 GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Table
  

 
As Reported (GAAP)
    
Restructuring and Unusual Charges
    
As Adjusted (Non-GAAP)
  
Consolidated                        
Net Sales
  
$
283,224
    
$
-
    
$
283,224
  
GP
    
34,427
      
26,509
      
60,936
  
GP%
    
12.2
%
            
21.5
%
Op Income (Loss)
    
(28,069
)
    
36,453
      
8,384
  
Income Tax (Benefit) Expense
    
(8,701
)
    
8,245
      
(456
)
Net Income (Loss)
    
(19,186
)
    
28,208
      
9,022
  
EPS
  
$
(0.85
)
  
$
1.25
    
$
0.40
  
EBITDA
    
(21,495
)
    
36,452
      
14,957
  
Free Cash Flow
    
22,870
      
10,494
      
33,364
  
                         
                         
Infrastructure
                        
Net Sales
    
115,671
      
-
      
115,671
  
GP
    
11,220
      
12,098
      
23,318
  
GP%
    
9.7
%
            
20.2
%
EBITDA
    
(2,656
)
    
12,479
      
9,823
  
                         
Aggregate and Mining
                  
Net Sales
    
91,981
      
-
      
91,981
  
GP
    
13,041
      
4,261
      
17,302
  
GP%
    
14.2
%
            
18.8
%
EBITDA
    
97
      
4,511
      
4,608
  
                         
Energy
                        
Net Sales
    
75,170
      
-
      
75,170
  
GP
    
8,511
      
10,150
      
18,661
  
GP%
    
11.3
%
            
24.8
%
EBITDA
    
(10,046
)
    
19,463
      
9,417
  
                         



                         
Q4 2018 GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Table
  

 
As Reported (GAAP)
    
Restructuring and Unusual Charges
    
As Adjusted (Non-GAAP)
  
Consolidated
                        
Net Sales
  
$
317,005
    
$
-
    
$
317,005
  
GP
    
(1,631
)
    
77,574
      
75,943
  
GP%
    
(0.5
)%
            
24.0
%
Op Income (Loss)
    
(69,423
)
    
90,634
      
21,211
  
Income Tax (Benefit) Expense
    
(22,932
)
    
29,628
      
6,696
  
Net Income (Loss)
    
(47,037
)
    
61,005
      
13,968
  
EPS
  

(2.08
)
  

2.69
    

0.61
  
EBITDA
    
(62,603
)
    
90,634
      
28,031
  
                         
Infrastructure
                        
Net Sales
    
124,930
      
-
      
124,930
  
GP
    
(41,462
)
    
69,792
      
28,330
  
GP%
    
(33.2
)%
            
22.7
%
EBITDA
    
(63,515
)
    
71,663
      
8,148
  
                         
Aggregate and Mining
                  
Net Sales
    
116,064
      
-
      
116,064
  
GP
    
30,347
      
294
      
30,641
  
GP%
    
26.1
%
            
26.4
%
EBITDA
    
13,224
      
294
      
13,518
  
                         
Energy
                        
Net Sales
    
76,011
      
-
      
76,011
  
GP
    
9,375
      
7,487
      
16,862
  
GP%
    
12.3
%
            
22.2
%
EBITDA
    
(11,708
)
    
18,677
      
6,969
  




FYE 2019 GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Table
  

 
As Reported (GAAP)
    
Restructuring and Unusual Charges
    
As Adjusted (Non-GAAP)
  
Consolidated
                        
Net Sales
  
$
1,169,613
    
$
(20,000
)
  
$
1,149,613
  
Domestic Sales
    
908,466
      
(20,000
)
    
888,466
  
International Sales
    
261,147
      
-
      
261,147
  
GP
    
246,454
      
6,533
      
252,987
  
GP%
    
21.1
%
            
22.0
%
Op Income
    
23,933
      
17,906
      
41,839
  
Income Tax (Benefit) Expense
    
2,720
      
3,420
      
6,140
  
Net Income
    
21,475
      
14,487
      
35,962
  
EPS
  

0.95
    

0.64
    

1.59
  
EBITDA
    
50,440
      
17,906
      
68,346
  
Free Cash Flow
    
90,287
      
(7,413
)
    
82,874
  
                         
FYE 2018 GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Table
  

 
As Reported (GAAP)
    
Restructuring and Unusual Charges
    
As Adjusted (Non-GAAP)
  
Consolidated
                        
Net Sales
  
$
1,171,599
    
$
74,778
    
$
1,246,377
  
Domestic Sales
    
915,814
      
74,778
      
990,592
  
International Sales
    
255,785
      
-
      
255,785
  
GP
    
135,766
      
161,185
      
296,951
  
GP%
    
11.6
%
            
23.8
%
Op Income (Loss)
    
(86,421
)
    
174,245
      
87,824
  
Income Tax (Benefit) Expense
    
(25,234
)
    
46,502
      
21,268
  
Net Income (Loss)
    
(60,449
)
    
127,744
      
67,295
  
EPS
  

(2.64
)
  

5.58
    

2.94
  
EBITDA
    
(57,897
)
    
174,245
      
116,348
  
                         






 4Q19 Earnings Presentation  MARCH 4, 2020 
 
 Safe Harbor  2  The information contained in this presentation and discussion contains “forward-looking statements” (within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) regarding the future performance of the Company, including statements about the effects on the Company from (i) restructuring initiatives, (ii) the potential sale of the GEFCO business, (iii) increases in international demand, and (iv) product demand in North America. These forward-looking statements reflect management’s expectations and are based upon currently available information, and the Company undertakes no obligation to update or revise such statements. These statements are not guarantees of performance and are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which cannot be predicted or anticipated. Future events and actual results, financial or otherwise, could differ materially from those expressed in or implied by the forward-looking statements. Important factors that could cause future events or actual results to differ materially include: general uncertainty in the economy, oil, gas and liquid asphalt prices, rising steel prices, decreased funding for highway projects, the relative strength/weakness of the dollar to foreign currencies, production capacity, general business conditions in the industry, demand for the Company’s products, seasonality and cyclicality in operating results, seasonality of sales volumes or lower than expected sales volumes, lower than expected margins on custom equipment orders, competitive activity, tax rates and the impact of future legislation thereon, and those other factors listed from time to time in the Company’s reports filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including but not limited to the Company’s annual report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2018. 
 
 Astec overview & 4Q19 Highlights  Barry Ruffalo | President & CEO 
 
 4  2019 Highlights  KEY STATISTICS1    Founded  1972  Headquarters  Chattanooga, TN  Employees  ~3,900  Global Locations  25 in 8 Countries  Market-cap  $947M  Product Categories  100+  Design, Manufacture and Provide Innovative, Productive, Reliable, Eco-friendlyand Safe Equipment to Drive Value for Customers and Shareholders  By Segment  By Geography  2019 REVENUE MIX | ~$1.15B2  1 As of 12/31/19; 2 Ex-pellets. 
 
   5  4Q19 Financial Performance   Note: All comparisons are YoY, unless otherwise stated. 1 See Appendix for GAAP to Non-GAAP reconciliation table. 2 Calculated by dividing LTM Adjusted FCF by Adjusted Net Income.     INCOME STATEMENT  BALANCE SHEET AND CASH FLOW    Revenues decreased 10.7% to $283.2MAdj. Gross Profit1 decreased 250 bps to 21.5%Adj. EBITDA1 decreased 46.6% to $15.0MAdj. EBITDA1 margin decreased 350 bps to 5.3%Adj. EPS1 decreased 34.4% to $0.40  Adj. FCF of $33.4MAdj. FCF Conversion2 of 370%Cash position $48.9MDividends of $2.5M or $0.11 per share 
 
   6  2019 Financial Performance   Note: All comparisons are YoY, unless otherwise stated. 1 See Appendix for GAAP to Non-GAAP reconciliation table. 2 Calculated by dividing LTM Adjusted FCF by Adjusted Net Income.     INCOME STATEMENT  BALANCE SHEET AND CASH FLOW    Adj. Revenues decreased 7.8% to $1.15BAdj. Gross Profit decreased 180 bps to 22.0%Adj. EBITDA1 decreased 41.3% to $68.3MAdj. EBITDA1 margin decreased 340 bps to 5.9%Adj. EPS1 decreased 45.9% to $1.59  YTD Adj. FCF of $82.9MYTD Adj. FCF Conversion2 of 230%Cash position $48.9MDividends of $9.9M or $0.44 per share 
 
 Total company & Segment financial results  Becky Weyenberg | Chief financial Officer 
 
 8  4Q19 Financial Results ($M, except per share data)  1 See Appendix for GAAP to Non-GAAP reconciliation table.  Equipment sales decreased $48.9M or 21.4%Parts sales increased $6.9M or 9.5%Domestic sales decreased $38.5M or 15.5%International sales increased $4.8M or 6.9%Excluding the impact of foreign currency, sales decreased 10.4%  Order intake decreased in oil and gas due to sustained low oil pricesRoad building orders decreased due to lower dealer activityOrder intake normalized in aggregates following a peak in Q4 2018  Adjusted EBITDA decreased due to decreased gross profit primarily driven by an increase in under-absorbed Mfg. overheads of $4.0MAdj. EBITDA margin of 5.3% decreased 350 bpsSGA&E decreased 4.0% driven by lower commissions, consulting fees and payroll  $9.9M of restructuring costsAdjusted net effective tax rate for the quarter was (5.3%)Adjusted effective tax rate for the year was 14.6% 
 
 9  Infrastructure | 4Q19 Financial Performance ($M)  Revenues decrease driven by weakness in domestic equipment, partially offset by increase in partsEquipment sales decreased $9.7M or 11.7% Parts sales increased $2.8M or 9.0%Domestic sales decreased $9.6M or 9.0%  Road building orders decreased due to lower dealer activity and a softer US market  Infrastructure gross profit impacted by an increase in under absorption of $3.2MAdjusted gross profit of 20.2% decreased 250 bps  Adjusted EBITDA of $9.8M excludes $12.5M of unusual itemsAdjusted EBITDA margin of 8.5% increased 200 bpsBenefit from $4.1M drop in SGA&E due to reduced commissions and consulting fees 
 
 10  Aggregate & Mining | 4Q19 Financial Performance ($M)  Revenues decreased in aggregate equipment due primarily to lower dealer activityEquipment sales were down $28.7M or 34.1%Parts sales were up $1.3M or 4.6%International sales decreased $2.8M or 6.7%Domestic sales decreased $21.3M or 28.6%  Order intake normalized in aggregates following a peak in Q4 2018  Gross profit impacted by increase of $0.9M in under absorptionAdjusted gross profit of 18.8% decreased 760 bps  Adjusted EBITDA margin of 5.0% decreased 660 bps due to gross profit compressionBenefit from $4.3M drop in SGA&E due to reduced commissions, payroll and consulting fees 
 
 11  Energy | 4Q19 Financial Performance ($M)   Equipment sales were down $10.7M or 17.3%Parts sales were up $2.6M or 20.3%International sales increased $6.8M or 77.0%Domestic sales decreased $7.7M or 11.4%  Order intake decreased in oil and gas due to sustained low oil prices  Adjusted gross profit of 24.8% increased 260 bps  Adjusted EBITDA margin of 12.5% increased 330 bpsBenefit from $0.5M drop in SGA&E due to reduced consulting fees 
 
 12  Focused on Maintaining a Strong Balance Sheet  Focused on Maintaining a Strong Balance Sheet  KEY HIGHLIGHTSOverall strength of the balance sheet provides the financial flexibility to accomplish long-term strategic initiativesInventory turnover improved to 2.6x from 2.5x a year ago Cash position improved by 89.2%Total liquidity available of $190.5M  ($M)  12/31/19  12/31/18  Cash and Cash Equivalents  $ 48.9  $ 25.8  Total Current Assets  $ 513.0  $ 561.0  Total Assets  $ 799.8  $ 855.5  Total Current Liabilities  $ 172.9  $ 189.2  Total Debt  $ 2.0  $ 60.1  Total Liabilities and Equity  $ 799.8  $ 855.5  SUMMARY BALANCE SHEET 
 
   13  Disciplined Capital Deployment Framework  Continually evaluate strategy to ensure a balanced approach    Use of Cash Over Last 3 Years~$150M  Reinvestments  Acquisitions  Returns to Shareholders  Internal investments meeting return objectives of >14% ROIC  Future acquisitions to align with growth strategy and meet financial criteria   Dividend of $0.11 per share$150M repurchase program authorizedRepurchased $24M in 2018 
 
 Aligned Strategy for Profitable Growth  14                FOCUS  SIMPLIFY  GROW              Leveraging global footprint and scale while maintaining strong customer relationships Reduce organizational structure complexityConsolidate and rationalize footprint and product portfolioOptimize supply chain by leveraging size and scale of business  Strengthen customer-centric approach by providing a holistic set of solutionsDrive commercial excellence Embrace and streamline operational excellence processes Enhance accountability through a performance-based culture with aligned KPIs and incentives  Reinvigorate innovation with a new product development approachLeverage technology and digital connectivity to enhance customer experienceCapitalize on global growth opportunitiesAllocate capital effectively to drive greatest shareholder value  
 
 Transformation Progress  15  Changed from subsidiary structure to align by product groupsRefreshed executive leadership team and board membersExecuted Astec Strategic Procurement initiative consolidating supply chainAssessing 1Q20 re-segmentation to streamline reporting structure  SIMPLIFY  Hired SVP of Operational Excellence and Chief Information OfficerAligned financial metrics to management incentivesImplementing Enterprise Data Analytic Platform system to consolidate reportingInstill operational excellence across organizationOptimize product portfolio  FOCUS  Hired SVP of InnovationEnhance customer engagement Global expansionProfitable GrowthMargin Improvement  GROW  2020 - 2021+  2019 - 2021  2019 - 2020 
 
 Q&A 
 
   17  Contact Information  STEVE ANDERSONSVP of Administration, Investor Relations & Corporate SecretaryPhone: 423-553-5934Email: [email protected]  
 
 Appendix 
 
 19  Income Statement 
 
 20  Balance Sheet 
 
 21  Q4 GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Table 
 
 22  FY GAAP to Non-GAAP Reconciliation Table 
 
Exhibit 99.2