Clearford Announces Results for the Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2007
Clearford's revenue arises primarily from the Brooklin Concrete Division,which operations are seasonally affected by construction weather conditions.Revenue for the third quarter was $8,300,000 compared to $7,662,000 for thesame period of the prior year and $8,001,000 of revenue for the second quarterof 2007. Gross margin was $3,566,000 compared to $3,634,000 for the sameperiod of the prior year and $3,490,000 for the second quarter of 2007.Operating income for the quarter was $1,238,000 compared to an operatingincome of $1,381,000 for the same period of the prior year and an operatingincome of $1,198,000 for the second quarter of 2007. Net income for the thirdquarter was $185,000 or $0.01 per share compared to a net income of $432,000or $0.02 per share for the same period of the prior year and a net income of$132,000 or $0.01 per share for the second quarter of 2007. The decrease innet income as compared to the prior year's same quarter was due to acombination of the gross margin effect of the change in sales product mix andcustomer price incentives at the Brooklin Concrete Division, and higherdepreciation expense due to an increase in value of certain fixed assetsfollowing a financial asset valuation in late 2006 and interest expense.
Revenue for the nine months ended September 30, 2007 was $17,937,000compared to $16,806,000 for the same period of the prior year. Gross marginwas $7,198,000 compared to $7,181,000 for the same period of the prior year.The operating income for the nine months was $444,000 compared to an operatingincome of $855,000 for the same period of the prior year. The nine monthsperiod for the current year is not fully comparable to the prior year becausethe prior year's operating income does not include $484,000 of losses duringJanuary 2006 associated with the pre-acquisition period of Brooklin and doesnot reflect the additional depreciation charges incurred in the current yearin excess of $300,000 relating to the increase in value of certain fixedassets following a financial asset valuation in late 2006. The net loss forthe nine months was $2,673,000 or $0.11 per share compared to a net loss of$1,724,000 or $0.07 per share for the same period of the prior year.
For the third quarter of 2007 cash flow from operations was $1,310,000compared to cash flow from operations of $1,538,000 for the same period of theprior year and $869,000 for the second quarter of this year. For the ninemonth period cash flow from operations was $182,000 compared to cash flow fromoperations of $65,000 for the same period of the prior year.
The Wastewater Division recorded no revenues during the third quarter of2007 though revenue is expected in the fourth quarter of this year. TheBrooklin Concrete Division continues to increase sales and market share. Thisperformance is expected to continue on a seasonally adjusted basis into thefourth quarter. Seasonal factors are expected to result in a loss for thefourth quarter.
"The third quarter was marked by continued strong channel and directdistribution sales of the Brooklin product offering," stated Bruce Linton,President and CEO of Clearford. "We have a strong pipeline of salesopportunities for our Wastewater Division and expect revenue and contributionfrom that Division in the fourth quarter and in 2008. The market forinfrastructure remains strong and we remain confident that this segment of themarket will provide both of our operating divisions with significant growthpotential."
Forward-Looking Statements
Any forward looking statements made in this press release involve risksand uncertainties, and actual results could differ materially from thoseexpressed or implied in such statements. However, we disclaim any intentionand assume no obligation to update or revise any forward-looking statements,whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
The TSX Venture Exchange does not accept responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. More detailed information of the matters described herein is included in the public documents Clearford files from time to time with Canadian securities regulatory authorities. About Clearford Industries Inc.Clearford Industries Inc. is comprised of two divisions: the WastewaterSystems Division and the Brooklin Concrete Division. The Wastewater SystemsDivision designs and implements the patented Small Bore Sewer(TM) (SBS(TM)), awatertight small diameter wastewater collection system for developers,municipalities and First Nations communities who need to create, expand orupgrade their sewage systems. This solution provides servicing with superioroperational and environmental performance at a significantly lower cost whencompared to historic gravity sewers. With its first installation in 1989, theSBS(TM) has since had several installations within Canada and the U.S. TheBrooklin Concrete Division has been in operation since 1952, with 4 locationsin Ontario, including: Brooklin, Newmarket, Huntsville and Haliburton. Aleading producer of septic tanks in Ontario, Brooklin manufactures precastconcrete products ranging from interlocking pavers and patio slabs, toretaining walls and storage structures. For more information on ClearfordIndustries Inc., please visit .
For further information
Mr. Bruce Linton, President and CEO, ClearfordIndustries Inc., (613) 599-6474 ext. 301,
·Golden China Files Preliminary
·TransForce Announces Amendment
·lululemon athletica inc. Annou
·Golden Goose Resources Inc. -
·Legg Mason Names Head of Corpo
·Sonoco to Present at Wachovia
·Bank of Canada Interest Rate A
·EnCana to present at the Lehma
·Oxbow Carbon LLC Completes the
·Bell introduces the powerful b
·CNQ Bulletin 2007 - New CNQ De
·Increased mining rate for Kalu
·INVESCO PLC: Transaction in Ow
·TK Aluminum Ltd. Announces Sal
·TSX Group Inc. Expands Fixed I
·Market Regulation Services - T
·Breakwater provides exploratio
·Alhambra Resources Ltd. and DO
·Herbert Abramson - Announcemen
·Market Regulation Services - T
·Domtar Inc. sends notices of r
·Baby Boomers Feeling the Squee
·Notice of OneMove's Annual Gen
·Dynacor Gold Mines Inc. begins
·VIQ Solutions Reports Fiscal 2
·McVicar announces strategic R&
·Equitable Trust Announces Rand
·Neil McDonnell Named CEO of Ig
·Medical Intelligence finalizes
·Saskatchewan Fans "Take Posses
·Teddy Bear Affair Raises Recor
·Pack Your Bags: The Secrets of
·Galway Resources announces Pab
·Prestige Telecom Inc. retains
·Stratic Energy Corporation - N
·DHX Media announces THE GUARD
·Pemberton secures Phelps Drill
·Bonnett's Energy Services Trus
