ITEM 7. Management’s Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition
and Results of Operations
(in millions, except share data)
The following should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and the related notes thereto. Unless otherwise indicated, amounts provided in Item 7 pertain to continuing operations only.
Potential Impacts of Geopolitical Conflicts
Ongoing geopolitical conflicts, and governmental actions implemented in response to these conflicts, did not have a significant adverse impact on our operating results during the periods presented. We are monitoring the availability of certain raw materials that are supplied by businesses in the countries impacted by these conflicts. However, at this time, we do not expect the potential impact to be material to our operating results. These conflicts have created additional demand for certain products within our communication technologies business. The longer-term impact of these global events on our business is currently unknown due to the uncertainty around their duration and broader impact.
Supply Chain Disruptions, Labor Shortages, and Cost Increases
The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on our operating results throughout 2024 and 2023 was minimal. However, during January 2022, there was an increase in pandemic cases at certain of our manufacturing facilities, which resulted in a high-level of absenteeism at such facilities during the month. In addition, since the second half of 2021, certain of our businesses experienced supply chain disruptions, as well as labor shortages, while all of our businesses experienced increases in raw material, component, and transportation costs. The combination of these matters negatively impacted our operating results during the first half of 2022, as we experienced lower absorption of manufacturing costs and, in some cases, the negative impact of cost increases on fixed-price customer contracts. Throughout 2024 and 2023, we experienced more stable labor and supply chain environments and continue to actively manage these matters.
Executive Overview
Revenues for 2024 totaled $1,983.9, compared to $1,741.2 in 2023 (and $1,460.9 in 2022). The increase in revenues during 2024, compared to 2023, was due primarily to (i) inorganic revenue growth resulting from the Ingénia, ASPEQ, and TAMCO acquisitions (each within the HVAC reportable segment) and (ii) organic revenue growth within the HVAC reportable segment. Revenues for 2024, compared to 2023, within our Detection and Measurement reportable segment increased slightly, with foreign currency translation benefits offset by a minor organic revenue decline. The organic revenue growth within the HVAC reportable segment was due primarily to (i) increased volume of cooling products driven by continued strength in demand and higher throughput resulting from expanded production capacity and (ii) execution of a larger-than-typical service project within our cooling business. These increases were partially offset by modest organic revenue declines of heating products due primarily to the unseasonably warm winter conditions prevalent in relevant end markets mainly during the first quarter of 2024. The minor organic revenue decline within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment was primarily driven by lower project volumes within our communication technologies business associated with a larger-than-typical project that executed throughout 2023 and completed in the first quarter of 2024, partially offset by higher project volumes at our aids to navigation business. Project volumes within our Detection and Measurement reportable segment can vary from period to period based on execution timing. The increase in revenues during 2023, compared to 2022, was due primarily to the impact of organic revenue growth within the HVAC and Detection and Measurement reportable segments and, to a lesser extent, the impact of the TAMCO and ASPEQ acquisitions. The organic revenue growth within the HVAC reportable segment was due primarily to increased sales of cooling products associated with both volume and price increases. Organic revenue growth within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment was due primarily to higher volumes of large projects within the communication technologies, transportation and aids to navigation businesses.
For 2024, operating income totaled $308.3, compared to $221.9 in 2023 (and $51.0 in 2022). The increase in operating income in 2024, compared to 2023, was due primarily to (i) higher income from our reportable segments of $107.4, (ii)a charge incurred in 2023 of $9.0 related to the resolution of a dispute with a former representative at one of our businesses within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment, and (iii) lower corporate expense of $4.8. These impacts were partially offset by (i) increases during the period, compared to 2023, in intangible asset amortization expense of $20.6, (ii) a charge of $8.4 related to a settlement with the seller of ULC Robotics (“ULC”) regarding additional contingent consideration, and (iii) an increase of $2.8 in special charges related to restructuring actions (see Note 8 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details regarding these actions). The increase in income from our reportable segments was primarily due to (i) the revenue growth mentioned above and associated operating leverage, (ii) more favorable project execution and product mix, primarily within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment, and (iii) the impact of continuous improvement initiatives, partially offset by increases in personnel costs, primarily within our HVAC reportable segment, due to annual merit increases and growth-related headcount additions. The increase in intangible asset amortization expense was driven by the acquisitions mentioned above. The increase in operating income in 2023, compared to 2022, was due primarily to (i) higher income for both our HVAC and Detection and Measurement reportable segments of $103.6, (ii) the loss on the Asbestos Portfolio Sale of $73.9 incurred in 2022, and (iii) lower corporate expense of $10.2 primarily related to higher costs incurred on strategic and transformational initiatives
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executed during 2022, primarily related to the Asbestos Portfolio Sale, as well as expenses incurred in connection with asbestos-related matters during 2022, prior to the Asbestos Portfolio Sale. The impact of these factors was partially offset by increases in (i) employee compensation, including increases in short-term incentive compensation expense, (ii) intangible asset amortization expense of $15.4, (iii) acquisition-related and other integration costs resulting from the acquisitions of TAMCO and ASPEQ, and (iv) a charge of $9.0 related to the resolution of a dispute with a former representative at one of our businesses within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment. The increase in income for our HVAC reportable segment was primarily due to the organic revenue growth mentioned above and greater absorption of manufacturing costs resulting from higher volumes and more stable labor and supply chain environments, as well as the income associated with the TAMCO and ASPEQ acquisitions. The increase in income for our Detection and Measurement reportable segment was due primarily to the organic revenue growth mentioned above.
Operating cash flows from continuing operations totaled $313.1 in 2024, compared to operating cash flows from continuing operations of $243.8 in 2023 (and operating cash flows used in continuing operations of $115.2 in 2022). The increase in cash flows from operating activities in 2024, compared to 2023, was due primarily to (i) cash inflows resulting from the increase in operating income discussed above, exclusive of non-cash expenses (primarily intangible asset amortization and depreciation expense) incurred during the respective periods, (ii) lower income tax payments of $14.9, primarily resulting from the acceleration of certain acquired tax attributes, and (iii) reductions in the level of raw material and component purchases during the 2024 period due to stabilization of the supply chain environment. These impacts were partially offset by (i) additional interest payments of $17.8 due to higher average debt balances resulting from borrowings associated with the Ingénia, ASPEQ, and TAMCO acquisitions, (ii) $11.9 in additional short-term incentive compensation payments, (iii) a payment, during the first quarter of 2024, related to the resolution of a dispute with a former representative at one of our businesses within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment of $9.0, and (iv) a payment of $8.4 associated with a settlement for additional contingent consideration to the seller of ULC mentioned above. The increase in cash flows from operating activities in 2023, compared to 2022, was due primarily to (i) the increase in income during the period discussed above, (ii) cash contributed during 2022 to the divested subsidiaries of $138.8 in connection with the Asbestos Portfolio Sale, (iii) a reduction in the level of elevated purchases of raw materials and components during 2023, primarily within our HVAC reportable segment, due to a more stable supply chain environment, (iv) working capital improvements at certain of our project-related businesses, as cash flows for these businesses are often subject to contract milestones that can impact the timing of cash flows from period to period, (v) net payments for asbestos-related matters made prior to the Asbestos Portfolio Sale in 2022, of $15.3, and (vi) a cash payment of $10.0 during the first half of 2022 in connection with the transfer of our postretirement life insurance benefit obligation to an insurance carrier (see Note 11 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details).
Additional details on certain matters noted above as well as significant items impacting the financial results for 2024, 2023, and 2022 are as follows:
2024:
•On February 7, 2024, we completed the acquisition of Ingénia
◦The purchase price for Ingénia was Canadian Dollar (“CAD”) 393.9 (or $292.0 at the time of purchase), net of (i) an adjustment to the purchase price of $2.1 received during 2024 related to acquired working capital and (ii) cash acquired of $1.5.
◦The post-acquisition operating results of Ingénia are included within our HVAC reportable segment.
•Financing Activities
◦On August 30, 2024, we entered into an amendment to the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement governing our senior credit facilities (as amended, the “Credit Agreement”).
◦The amendment increases the aggregate revolving credit commitments under the Credit Agreement from $500.0 to $1,000.0 and makes certain conforming changes and other amendments to the Credit Agreement.
◦We expect to utilize the increased revolving credit capacity to finance, in part, permitted acquisitions, to pay related fees, costs and expenses and for other lawful corporate purposes.
◦During the third quarter of 2024, we renewed, and increased the capacity of, our trade receivables financing agreement for a period of 12 months, whereby we can borrow, on a continuous basis, up to $100.0, as available.
◦See Note 13 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
•Changes in Estimated Fair Value of an Equity Security
◦We recorded a loss of $4.2 within “Other expense, net” related to decreases in the estimated fair value of an equity security that we hold.
◦See Note 17 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
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•Actuarial Losses on Pension and Postretirement Plans
◦During 2024, we recorded actuarial losses of $2.6 in the fourth quarter in connection with the annual remeasurement of our pension and postretirement plans with such losses resulting primarily from lower than expected returns on plan assets, partially offset by increases in discount rates.
◦See Notes 1 and 11 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
•Resolution of Dispute with Seller of ULC
◦In connection with our acquisition of ULC in September 2020, the seller of ULC was eligible for contingent consideration of up to $45.0 under an earn-out provision.
◦During the third quarter of 2021, we concluded that none of the milestones for the payment of any of the contingent consideration had been achieved.
◦On May 20, 2024, we entered into a settlement agreement with the seller of ULC to resolve a lawsuit it commenced in August 2022 seeking contingent consideration of $15.0, prejudgment interest on that amount, and attorney’s fees.
◦The settlement agreement required a payment by us to the seller of ULC of $8.4, which was paid during the second quarter of 2024, with a corresponding charge recorded within “Other operating expense, net” within our consolidated statement of operations. We expect this payment to be tax deductible in future periods.
•Resolution of claims with Prime Contractor of the South Africa Power Projects
◦On September 5, 2023, SPX and DBT entered into an agreement with Mitsubishi Heavy Industries Power — ZAF (f.k.a. Mitsubishi-Hitachi Power Systems Africa (PTY) LTD) (“MHI”) to affect the negotiated resolution of all claims between the parties with respect to DBT’s involvement in two large power projects in South Africa - Kusile and Medupi (the “Settlement Agreement”).
◦In connection with the Settlement Agreement, DBT made a payment of $25.1 (net of $2.0 received on a related foreign currency forward agreement) during the year ended December 31, 2024.
◦See Notes 4 and 15 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
2023:
•On April 3, 2023, we completed the acquisition of TAMCO
◦The purchase price for TAMCO was $125.5, inclusive of an adjustment of $0.2 paid during 2023 related to acquired working capital, and net of cash acquired of $1.0.
◦The post-acquisition operating results of TAMCO are included within our HVAC reportable segment.
•On June 2, 2023, we completed the acquisition of ASPEQ
◦The purchase price for ASPEQ was $421.5, net of (i) an adjustment to the purchase price of $0.3 received during 2023 related to acquired working capital and (ii) cash acquired of $0.9.
◦The post-acquisition operating results of ASPEQ are included within our HVAC reportable segment.
•Incremental Term Loan
◦On April 21, 2023, the prior iteration of the Credit Agreement was amended to provide for an additional senior secured term loan in the aggregate amount of $300.0, which was borrowed during the second quarter of 2023.
◦The funds from the additional term loan (“Incremental Term Loan”) were used to partially fund the acquisition of ASPEQ.
◦See Note 13 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
•Resolution of Claims with Prime Contractor of South Africa Power Projects
◦In connection with the Settlement Agreement, the Company incurred a charge, net of tax, of $54.2 during the third quarter of 2023. The charge included the write-off of $15.2 in net amounts due from MHI. Such charge is included in “Loss on disposition of discontinued operations, net of tax” for the year ended December 31, 2023. In addition, DBT made a payment of $25.3 to MHI during the year ended December 31, 2023, in connection to the Settlement Agreement.
◦See Notes 4 and 15 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
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•Actuarial Losses on Pension and Postretirement Plans
◦During 2023, we recorded actuarial losses of $11.3 in the fourth quarter in connection with the annual remeasurement of our pension and postretirement plans with such losses resulting primarily from decreases in discount rates.
◦See Notes 1 and 11 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
•Resolution of Dispute with Former Representative
◦During the fourth quarter of 2023, we recorded a charge within “Other operating expense, net” of $9.0 related to the resolution of a dispute with a former representative at one of our businesses within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment.
◦See Note 15 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
2022:
•Transfer of Postretirement Life Insurance Benefit Obligation
◦On February 17, 2022, we transferred a portion of our obligation for life insurance benefits under our postretirement benefit plans to an insurance carrier for cash consideration paid of $10.0.
◦In connection with the transfer, we recorded a net charge of $0.3 to “Other expense, net.”
◦See Note 11 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
•On March 31, 2022, we completed the acquisition of ITL
◦The purchase price for ITL was $40.4, net of (i) an adjustment to the purchase price received during 2022 of $1.4 related to acquired working capital and (ii) cash acquired of $1.1.
◦The post-acquisition operating results of ITL are included within our Detection and Measurement reportable segment.
•Amendment of Senior Credit Agreement
◦On August 12, 2022, we amended and restated our then-existing credit agreement.
◦The then-existing credit agreement provided for committed senior secured financing with an aggregate amount of $770.0, with a final maturity of August 12, 2027.
◦See Note 13 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
•Settlement and Actuarial Gains and Losses - Pension and Postretirement Plans
◦In connection with the sale of Transformer Solutions, a significant number of participants of the U.S. Pension Plan (“U.S. Plan”) who were employees of Transformer Solutions elected to receive lump-sum payments from the U.S. Plan.
◦The extent of these lump-sum payments, combined with other lump-sum payments that were made by the U.S. Plan during the first nine months of 2022, required us to record settlement and actuarial losses of $6.2 during this period.
◦In addition, we recorded settlement and actuarial gains of $8.0 in the fourth quarter of 2022 in connection with the annual remeasurement of our pension and postretirement plans, with such gains resulting primarily from the impact of increases in discount rates, partially offset by lower than expected returns on plan assets.
◦See Notes 1 and 11 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
•Repurchases of Common Stock — During the second quarter of 2022, we repurchased 706,827 shares of our common stock for $33.7.
•Changes in Estimated Fair Value of an Equity Security
◦We recorded losses of $3.0 within “Other expense, net” related to decreases in the estimated fair value of an equity security that we hold.
◦See Note 17 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
•Asbestos-Related Matters
◦During the third quarter of 2022, we received a ruling from a North Carolina trial court that certain excess insurance carriers associated with our then-existing asbestos product liability matters are not required to cover the costs of defending suits that are dismissed without an indemnity payment.
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◦As a result of this ruling, we recorded charges of $21.7 during the third quarter, with $16.5 reflected in “Income from continuing operations before income taxes” and the remainder in “Loss on disposition of discontinued operations, net of tax.”
◦On November 1, 2022, we completed the Asbestos Portfolio Sale. In connection with the sale, we contributed $138.8 to the divested subsidiaries and recorded a loss on sale of $73.9. See Notes 1 and 4 to our consolidated financial statements for additional detail.
•Impairment of Goodwill and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets
◦During the fourth quarter of 2022, we performed our annual impairment analyses of our goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets. As a result of such analyses, we recorded impairment charges of $13.4, with $12.0 related to goodwill and the remainder to trademarks.
◦See Notes 1 and 10 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
Results of Continuing Operations
Cyclicality of End Markets, Seasonality and Competition — The financial results of our businesses closely follow changes in the industries in which they operate and end markets in which they serve. In addition, certain of our businesses have seasonal fluctuations. For example, certain of our heating products businesses tend to be stronger in the third and fourth quarters, as customer buying habits are driven largely by seasonal weather patterns. In aggregate, our businesses generally tend to be stronger in the second half of the year.
Although our businesses operate in highly competitive markets, our competitive position cannot be determined accurately in the aggregate or by segment since none of our competitors offer all the same product lines or serve all the same markets as we do. In addition, specific reliable comparative figures are not available for many of our competitors. In most product groups, competition comes from numerous concerns, both large and small. The principal methods of competition are service, product performance, technical innovation and price. These methods vary with the type of product sold. We believe we compete effectively on the basis of each of these factors.
Non-GAAP Measures — Organic revenue growth (decline) presented herein is defined as revenue growth (decline) excluding the effects of foreign currency fluctuations and acquisitions/divestitures. We believe this metric is a useful financial measure for investors in evaluating our operating performance for the periods presented, as, when read in conjunction with our revenues, it presents a useful tool to evaluate our ongoing operations and provides investors with a tool they can use to evaluate our management of assets held from period to period. In addition, organic revenue growth (decline) is one of the factors we use in internal evaluations of the overall performance of our business. This metric, however, is not a measure of financial performance under GAAP, should not be considered a substitute for net revenue growth (decline) as determined in accordance with GAAP, and may not be comparable to similarly titled measures reported by other companies.
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The following table provides selected financial information for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022, including the reconciliation of organic revenue increase to net revenue increase:
Impairment of goodwill and intangible assets — — 13.4 * *
Other operating expense, net 8.4 9.0 74.9 * *
Other expense, net (9.3) (10.1) (15.2) * *
Loss on amendment/refinancing of senior credit agreement — — (1.1) * *
Components of consolidated revenue increase:
Foreign currency — 0.1
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* Not meaningful for comparison purposes.
Revenues— For 2024, the increase in revenues, compared to 2023, was due primarily to (i) inorganic revenue growth resulting from the Ingénia, ASPEQ, and TAMCO acquisitions (each within the HVAC reportable segment) and (ii) organic revenue growth within the HVAC reportable segment. Revenues for 2024, compared to 2023, within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment increased slightly, with foreign currency translation benefits offset by a minor organic revenue decline. The organic revenue growth within the HVAC reportable segment was due primarily to (i) increased volume of cooling products driven by continued strength in demand and higher throughput resulting from expanded production capacity and (ii) execution of a larger-than-typical service project within our cooling business. These increases were partially offset by modest organic revenue declines of heating products due primarily to the unseasonably warm winter conditions prevalent in relevant end markets mainly during the first quarter of 2024. The minor organic revenue decline within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment was primarily driven by lower project volumes within our communication technologies business associated with a larger-than-typical project that executed throughout 2023 and completed in the first quarter of 2024, partially offset by higher project volumes at our aids to navigation business. Project volumes within our Detection and Measurement reportable segment can vary from period to period based on execution timing.
For 2023, the increase in revenues, compared to 2022, was due to the impact of organic revenue growth within the HVAC and Detection and Measurement reportable segments and, to a lesser extent, the impact of the TAMCO and ASPEQ acquisitions. The organic revenue growth within the HVAC reportable segment was due primarily to increased sales of cooling products associated with both volume and price increases. Organic revenue growth within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment was due primarily to higher volumes of large projects within the communication technologies, transportation and aids to navigation businesses.
Gross Profit — For 2024, the increase in gross profit and gross profit as a percentage of revenues, compared to 2023, was due primarily to (i) the revenue growth mentioned above and associated operating leverage, (ii) more favorable project execution and product mix, primarily within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment, and (iii) the impact of continuous improvement initiatives, partially offset by increases in personnel costs, primarily within our HVAC reportable segment, due to annual merit increases and growth-related headcount additions.
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For 2023, the increase in gross profit and gross profit as a percentage of revenues, compared to 2022, was due primarily to the increase in revenues noted above and greater absorption of manufacturing costs as a result of higher volumes. The higher volumes were aided by improved operational execution resulting from investments in plant automation and more stable labor and supply chain environments, particularly within our HVAC reportable segment. The resulting favorable impact on gross profit as a percentage of revenue was partially offset by less favorable sales mix within our Detection and Measurement reportable segment.
Selling, General and Administrative (“SG&A”) Expense — For 2024, the increase in SG&A expense, compared to 2023, was due primarily to incremental SG&A resulting from (i) the acquisitions of Ingénia, ASPEQ, and TAMCO of $20.7 (including integration costs of $3.3), (ii) increases in personnel costs, primarily within our HVAC reportable segment, due to annual merit increases and growth-related headcount additions, and (iii) $1.6 of additional long-term incentive compensation, partially offset by a reduction in corporate expense of $4.8.
For 2023, the increase in SG&A expense, compared to 2022, was due primarily to (i) higher employee compensation, inclusive of increases in short-term incentive compensation expense, (ii) increases in sales incentive plan expense driven by the higher revenues mentioned above, (iii) acquisition-related costs and incremental SG&A expenses associated with the acquired TAMCO and ASPEQ businesses, and (iv) higher travel expense. These increases were partially offset by (i) lower costs related to various strategic and transformational initiatives during 2023, as 2022 included significant costs on strategic and transformational initiatives related to the Asbestos Portfolio Sale, and (ii) expenses in connection with asbestos-related matters incurred during 2022 prior to the Asbestos Portfolio Sale.
Intangible Amortization — For 2024, the increase in intangible amortization, compared to 2023, was primarily related to incremental amortization associated with (i) backlog from the Ingénia acquisition and (ii) other intangible assets associated with the acquisition of Ingénia and a full year of amortization for the TAMCO and ASPEQ acquisitions.
For 2023, the increase in intangible amortization, compared to 2022, was primarily due to incremental intangible amortization related to backlog and other intangible assets associated with the TAMCO and ASPEQ acquisitions. In addition, 2023 included a full year of amortization related to the ITL acquisition, compared to nine months in the 2022 period.
Impairment of Goodwill and Intangible Assets — During 2022, we recorded impairment charges of $12.9 related to the goodwill and trademarks of ULC and $0.5 related to certain other trademarks. See Note 10 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
Special Charges, Net — Special charges, net, relate primarily to restructuring initiatives to consolidate manufacturing, distribution, sales and administrative facilities, reduce workforce, and rationalize certain product lines. See Note 8 to our consolidated financial statements for the details of actions taken in 2024, 2023, and 2022. The components of special charges, net, are as follows:
Year ended December 31,
Employee termination costs $ 2.4 $ 0.8 $ 0.1
Facility consolidation costs 0.3 — —
Non-cash asset write-downs 0.9 — 0.3
Other Operating Expense, Net — During 2024, we recorded a charge of $8.4 related to a settlement with the seller of ULC regarding additional contingent consideration. See Note 15 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
During 2023, we recorded a charge of $9.0 related to the resolution of a dispute with a former representative at one of our businesses within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment. See Note 15 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
During 2022, and in connection with the Asbestos Portfolio Sale, we recorded a loss of $73.9. Additionally, prior to the Asbestos Portfolio Sale, we recorded charges of $2.3 for asbestos product liability matters, partially offset by a reduction in the fair value/liability associated with the contingent consideration related to the acquisition of Enterprise Control Systems Ltd (“ECS”), which was completed in 2021, of $1.3.
Other Expense, Net — Other expense, net, for 2024 was composed primarily of (i) environmental remediation charges of $6.7, (ii) a loss of $4.2 related to a change in the estimated fair value of an equity security that we hold, and (iii) pension and
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postretirement expense of $4.5 (including actuarial losses of $2.6), partially offset by gains on disposal of property, plant and equipment of $3.2, income derived from company-owned life insurance (“COLI”) policies of $2.3, and foreign currency transaction gains of $0.8.
Other expense, net, for 2023 was composed primarily of (i) pension and postretirement expense of $12.2 (including actuarial losses of $11.3), (ii) foreign currency transaction losses of $0.9, and (iii) environmental remediation charges of $0.9, partially offset by gains of (i) $3.6 related to a change in the estimated fair value of an equity security that we hold and (ii) $0.4 related to income derived from COLI policies.
Other expense, net, for 2022 was composed primarily of $16.5 of asbestos-related charges incurred prior to the Asbestos Portfolio Sale, a loss of $3.0 related to a change in the estimated fair value of an equity security that we hold, environmental remediation charges of $2.9, and foreign currency transaction losses of $1.1, partially offset by pension and postretirement income (inclusive of net settlement and actuarial gains of $1.5) of $4.4, income of $2.0 derived from COLI policies, and $3.0 of income associated with transition services agreements.
Interest Expense, Net — Interest expense, net, includes both interest expense and interest income. The increase in interest expense, net, during 2024, compared to 2023, was due primarily to higher average debt balances during the 2024 periods, primarily resulting from borrowings associated with the Ingénia, ASPEQ, and TAMCO acquisitions. Refer to Note 13 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
The increase in interest expense, net, during 2023, compared to 2022, was the result of higher average debt balances and a higher average effective interest rate during 2023, with the higher average debt balances primarily resulting from borrowings in connection with the TAMCO and ASPEQ acquisitions.
Loss on Amendment/Refinancing of Senior Credit Agreement — During 2022, we amended our senior credit agreement. In connection with the amendment, we recorded a charge of $1.1, which consisted of the write-off of a portion of the unamortized deferred financing costs related to our senior credit facilities ($0.7) and certain expenses incurred in connection with the amendment ($0.4).
Income Taxes — During 2024, we recorded an income tax provision of $53.6 on $255.4 of pre-tax income from continuing operations, resulting in an effective rate of 21.0%. The most significant items impacting the income tax provision for 2024 were (i) $11.0 of excess tax benefits associated with stock-based compensation awards that vested and/or were exercised during the period and (ii) $0.7 of tax benefits related to changes in our estimate of valuation allowances recognized against certain deferred tax assets, as we now expect to realize these deferred tax assets.
During 2023, we recorded an income tax provision of $41.6on $186.3 of pre-tax income from continuing operations, resulting in an effective rate of 22.3%. The most significant items impacting the income tax provision for 2023 were (i) $2.3 of tax benefits related to changes in our estimate of valuation allowances recognized against certain deferred tax assets, as we now expect to realize these deferred tax assets, (ii) $1.8 of excess tax benefits associated with stock-based compensation awards that vested and/or were exercised during the period, and (iii) $1.1 of tax benefits related to revisions to liabilities for uncertain tax positions.
During 2022, we recorded an income tax provision of $7.3 on $27.1 of pre-tax income from continuing operations, resulting in an effective rate of 26.9%. The most significant item impacting the effective tax rate for 2022 was the $73.9 loss on the Asbestos Portfolio Sale, which generated a tax benefit of only $1.1. In addition, the 2022 effective income tax rate was also impacted by (i) a $4.7 tax benefit related to the release of valuation allowances recognized against certain deferred tax assets, as we now expect to realize these deferred tax assets, primarily due to the Holding Company Reorganization completed in 2022, (ii) $3.0 of tax benefits related to statute expirations and other revisions to liabilities for uncertain tax positions, and (iii) $1.7 of excess tax benefits associated with stock-based compensation awards that vested and/or were exercised during the year.
Results of Discontinued Operations
Wind-Down of the Heat Transfer Business
Following the Spin-Off, we initiated a strategic shift away from the power generation markets. As part of this strategic shift, we sold the dry cooling and Balcke Dürr businesses in 2016 and commenced efforts to sell the Heat Transfer business. After an unsuccessful attempt to sell the Heat Transfer business, we implemented a wind-down plan for the business in 2018. During the fourth quarter of 2020, we completed the wind-down plan, which included providing all products and services on the business’s remaining contracts with customers. As a result, we are reporting Heat Transfer as a discontinued operation for all periods presented.
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Sale of Transformer Solutions Business
On October 1, 2021, we completed the sale of Transformer Solutions pursuant to the terms of the Stock Purchase Agreement dated June 8, 2021. We transferred all of the outstanding common stock of Transformer Solutions to GE-Prolec Transformers, Inc. (the “Purchaser”) and Prolec GE Internacional, S. de R.L. de C.V. for an aggregate cash purchase price of $645.0 (the “Transaction”). The purchase price was subject to potential adjustment based on Transformer Solutions’ cash, debt and working capital on the date the Transaction was consummated, as well as for specified transaction expenses and other specified items. During 2022, we agreed to the final adjustment of the purchase price which resulted in a payment to the Purchaser of $13.9. We have classified the business as a discontinued operation in our consolidated financial statements for all periods presented. See Notes 1 and 4 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
Wind-Down of DBT Business
As the culmination of our strategic shift away from power generation markets, we completed the wind-down of our DBT business during the fourth quarter of 2021. As a result, we are reporting DBT as a discontinued operation in our consolidated financial statements for all periods presented.
As previously disclosed, DBT had asserted claims against the remaining prime contractor on two large projects, MHI, of approximately South African Rand 1,000.0 (or $53.2) and MHI had asserted, or issued letters of intent to claim for, alleged damages against DBT. Although it was reasonably possible that some loss may have been incurred in connection with these claims (which totaled approximately South African Rand 2,815.2 or $149.7), we were unable to estimate the potential loss or range of potential loss associated with these claims due to the (i) lack of support provided by MHI for these claims; (ii) complexity of contractual relationships between the end customer, MHI, and DBT; (iii) legal interpretation of the contract provisions and application of South African law to the contracts; and (iv) unpredictable nature of any dispute resolution processes that had occurred or may have occurred in connection with these claims. Although we had experienced success in enforcing and defending our rights through the dispute resolution process over the past few years (including the matters mentioned below), we had invested, and would have continued to invest, significant management and financial resources to defend and pursue these matters.
On September 5, 2023, DBT and SPX entered into the Settlement Agreement with MHI to resolve all claims between the parties with respect to the two large power projects in South Africa. The Settlement Agreement provides for full and final settlement and mutual release of all claims between the parties with respect to the projects, including any claim against SPX Technologies, Inc. as guarantor of DBT's performance on the projects. It also provides that the underlying subcontracts are terminated and all obligations of both parties under the subcontracts have been satisfied in full. In connection with the Settlement Agreement, we incurred a charge, net of tax, of $54.2 during the third quarter of 2023. The charge included the write-off of $15.2 in net amounts due from MHI. Such charge is included in “Loss on disposition of discontinued operations, net of tax” for the year ended December 31, 2023.
Prior to the Settlement Agreement, on February 22, 2021, a dispute adjudication panel issued a ruling in favor of DBT against MHI related to costs incurred in connection with delays on two units of the Kusile project. In connection with the ruling, DBT received South African Rand 126.6 (or $8.6 at the time of payment). This ruling was subject to final and binding arbitration in this matter. In March 2023, an arbitration tribunal upheld the decision of the dispute adjudication panel. As a result, the South African Rand 126.6 (or $7.0) was recorded as income during the first quarter of 2023, with such amount recorded within “Loss on disposition of discontinued operations, net of tax.” Additionally, in June 2023, the arbitration tribunal ruled DBT was entitled to recover $1.3 of legal costs incurred related to the arbitration. Such amount received from MHI was recorded to “Loss on disposition of discontinued operations, net of tax” during the year ended December 31, 2023. Additionally, in May 2023, a separate arbitration tribunal ruled DBT was entitled to recover $5.5 of legal costs incurred related to another prior arbitration. Such amount received from MHI was recorded to “Loss on disposition of discontinued operations, net of tax” during the year ended December 31, 2023.
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For the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022, results of operations from our businesses reported as discontinued operations were as follows:
Year ended December 31,
Transformer Solutions
Loss from discontinued operations (1) $ — $ — $ (0.6)
Income tax benefit — — 0.9
Income from discontinued operations, net — — 0.3
DBT
Loss from discontinued operations(2) (0.6) (69.0) (17.3)
Income tax benefit (provision) (0.1) 15.3 2.1
Loss from discontinued operations, net (0.7) (53.7) (15.2)
All other (3)
Loss from discontinued operations (0.3) (1.3) (6.4)
Income tax benefit (provision) (0.3) 0.2 1.7
Loss from discontinued operations, net (0.6) (1.1) (4.7)
Total
Loss from discontinued operations (0.9) (70.3) (24.3)
Income tax benefit (provision) (0.4) 15.5 4.7
Loss from discontinued operations, net $ (1.3) $ (54.8) $ (19.6)
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(1) Loss for the year ended December 31, 2022 resulted primarily from revisions to liabilities retained in connection with the disposition.
(2) Loss for the year ended December 31, 2023 resulted primarily from the charge, and related income tax impacts, recorded in connection with the Settlement Agreement referred to above and legal costs incurred in connection with the various dispute resolution matters. This loss for the year ended December 31, 2023 was partially offset by arbitration awards received, which are discussed above. Loss for the year ended December 31, 2022 resulted primarily from legal costs incurred in connection with various dispute resolution matters prior to the Settlement Agreement.
(3) Loss for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022 resulted primarily from revisions to liabilities, including income tax liabilities, retained in connection with prior dispositions and, for the year ended December 31, 2022, asbestos-related charges for businesses previously disposed of.
Results of Reportable Segments
The following information should be read in conjunction with our consolidated financial statements and related notes. These results exclude the operating results of discontinued operations for all periods presented. See Note 7 to our consolidated financial statements for a description of each of our reportable segments.
Non-GAAP Measures — Throughout the following discussion of reportable segments, we use “organic revenue” growth (decline) to facilitate explanation of the operating performance of our segments. Organic revenue growth (decline) is a non-GAAP financial measure, and is not a substitute for net revenue growth (decline). Refer to the explanation of this measure and purpose of use by management under “Results of Continuing Operations — Non-GAAP Measures.”
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HVAC Reportable Segment
Components of revenue increase:
Foreign currency (0.1) (0.2)
Revenues — For 2024, the increase in revenues, compared to 2023, was due primarily to (i) inorganic revenue growth resulting from the Ingénia, ASPEQ, and TAMCO acquisitions and (ii) organic revenue growth. The organic revenue growth was due primarily to (i) increased volume of cooling products driven by continued strength in demand and higher throughput resulting from expanded production capacity and (ii) execution of a larger-than-typical service project within our cooling business. These increases were partially offset by modest organic revenue declines of heating products due primarily to the unseasonably warm winter conditions prevalent in relevant end markets mainly during the first quarter of 2024.
For 2023, the increase in revenues, compared to 2022, was due primarily to (i) organic revenue growth driven primarily by increased sales of cooling products and (ii) the impact of the TAMCO and ASPEQ acquisitions. The increase in organic revenue was associated with volume increases, primarily of cooling products, resulting from greater plant throughput and more stable labor and supply chain environments, and price increases.
Income — For 2024, the increase in income, compared to 2023, was due primarily to the revenue growth mentioned above and associated operating leverage, as well as the impact of continuous improvement initiatives, partially offset by increases in personnel costs due to annual merit increases and growth-related headcount additions.
For 2023, the increase in income, compared to 2022, was due primarily to the impact of the revenue growth mentioned above. For 2023, the increase in margin, compared to 2022, was due primarily to price increases and greater absorption of manufacturing costs as a result of higher volumes, as well as favorable sales mix primarily associated with acquisitions. The higher volumes were aided by improved operational execution across our heating and cooling businesses resulting from more stable labor and supply chain environments and facility-related investments.
Backlog — The segment had backlog of $436.8 and $306.1 as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Backlog associated with the Ingénia acquisition totaled $152.8 as of December 31, 2024. Approximately 88% of the segment’s backlog as of December 31, 2024 is expected to be recognized as revenue during 2025.
Detection and Measurement Reportable Segment
Components of revenue increase:
Foreign currency 0.2 0.3
Acquisitions — 0.4
Net revenue increase — 13.1
Revenues — For 2024, the increase in revenues, compared to 2023, was due primarily to foreign currency translation benefits offset by a minor organic revenue decline. The minor organic revenue decline was primarily driven by lower project volume within our communication technologies business associated with a larger-than-typical project that executed throughout 2023 and completed in the first quarter of 2024, partially offset by higher project volumes at our aids to navigation business. Project volumes within our Detection and Measurement reportable segment can vary from period to period based on execution timing.
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For 2023, the increase in revenues, compared to 2022, was due primarily to organic revenue growth and, to a lesser extent, the full year impact of the ITL acquisition. The organic revenue growth was driven primarily by higher volumes of large projects within the communication technologies, transportation, and aids to navigation businesses.
Income — For 2024, the increase in income and margin, compared to 2023, was due primarily to (i) increased volume at our aids to navigation business, (ii) more favorable project execution and product mix within our communications technologies, aids to navigation, and transportation businesses, and (iii) the impact of continuous improvement initiatives. These impacts were partially offset by the reduction in income associated with volume declines from the larger-than-typical project within our communications technologies business mentioned above.
For 2023, the increase in income, compared to 2022, was due primarily to the revenue growth mentioned above. For 2023, the decrease in margin, compared to 2022, was due primarily to a less favorable sales mix associated with our short-cycled businesses and certain of the large projects mentioned above, primarily within our communication technologies business.
Backlog — The segment had backlog of $220.9 and $244.5 as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Approximately 58% of the segment’s backlog as of December 31, 2024 is expected to be recognized as revenue during 2025.
Corporate Expense and Other Expense
% of revenues 2.7 % 3.4 % 4.7 %
Corporate Expense — Corporate expense generally relates to the personnel and general operating costs of our corporate headquarters in Charlotte, North Carolina. The decrease in corporate expense during 2024, compared to 2023, was due primarily to (i) a reduction of $2.8 in various strategic and acquisition-related costs, largely associated with the acquisitions of ASPEQ and TAMCO acquired in 2023, partially offset by expense incurred for the Ingénia acquisition in 2024 and (ii) a reduction in short-term incentive compensation expense. These declines were partially offset by annual personnel merit increases.
The decrease in corporate expense during 2023, compared to 2022, was due primarily to (i) higher costs related to various strategic and transformational initiatives, including the Asbestos Portfolio Sale, during 2022 and (ii) expenses in connection with asbestos-related matters incurred during 2022 prior to the Asbestos Portfolio Sale, partially offset by higher short-term incentive compensation and higher acquisition-related and other integration costs primarily associated with the TAMCO and ASPEQ acquisitions.
Long-Term Incentive Compensation Expense — Long-term incentive compensation expense represents our consolidated expense, which we do not allocate for segment reporting purposes. The increase in long-term incentive compensation expense in 2024, compared to 2023, was due primarily to an increase in the fair value of performance based share awards resulting from plan design changes in 2024, which increased the maximum potential payout range from 150% to 200% of target, and the accumulation of awards related to recent changes in certain key management positions.
The increase in long-term incentive compensation expense in 2023, compared to 2022, was due primarily to the impact of forfeitures resulting from various participant resignations during 2022.
See Note 16 to our consolidated financial statements for further details on our long-term incentive compensation plans.
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Liquidity and Financial Condition
Cash Flows
Listed below are the cash flows from (used in) operating, investing and financing activities, and discontinued operations, as well as the net change in cash and equivalents for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023 and 2022.
Year Ended December 31,
Continuing operations:
Cash flows from (used in) operating activities $ 313.1 $ 243.8 $ (115.2)
Cash flows used in investing activities (284.5) (570.2) (52.2)
Cash flows from (used in) financing activities 53.1 309.6 (39.9)
Cash flows used in discontinued operations (27.2) (35.3) (34.5)
Net change in cash and equivalents $ 56.5 $ (52.2) $ (238.9)
2024 Compared to 2023
Operating Activities -The increase in cash flows from operating activities of continuing operations during the year ended December 31, 2024, compared to 2023, was due primarily to (i) cash inflows resulting from the increase in operating income discussed previously, exclusive of non-cash expenses (primarily intangible asset amortization and depreciation expense) incurred during the respective periods, (ii) lower income tax payments of $14.9, primarily resulting from the acceleration of certain acquired tax attributes, and (iii) reductions in the level of raw material and component purchases during the 2024 period due to stabilization of the supply chain environment. These impacts were partially offset by (i) additional interest payments of $17.8 due to higher average debt balances resulting from borrowings associated with the Ingénia, ASPEQ, and TAMCO acquisitions, (ii) $11.9 in additional short-term incentive compensation payments, (iii) a payment, during the first quarter of 2024, related to the resolution of a dispute with a former representative at one of our businesses within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment of $9.0, and (iv) a payment of $8.4 associated with a settlement for additional contingent consideration to the seller of ULC mentioned previously.
Investing Activities - Cash flows used in investing activities of continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2024 were comprised of net cash utilized in the acquisition of Ingénia of $292.0 and capital expenditures of $38.0, partially offset by net proceeds from COLI policies of $41.9, inclusive of borrowings of $41.2 against the cash surrender value of these COLI policies (see Note 13 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details) and proceeds of $3.6 received for the sale of property, plant and equipment. Cash flows used in investing activities of continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2023, were comprised of net cash utilized in the acquisitions of TAMCO and ASPEQ of $547.0 and capital expenditures of $23.9, partially offset by net proceeds from COLI policies of $0.7.
Financing Activities - Cash flows from financing activities of continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2024 were comprised of (i) net borrowings under the Credit Agreement of $63.0, primarily in connection with the Ingénia acquisition, (ii) net repayments under our trade receivables financing arrangement of $7.0 and other various debt instruments of $1.2, and (iii) fees paid in connection with the August 30, 2024 amendment of our Credit Agreement of $2.6. These net borrowings were partially offset by proceeds from options exercised, net of minimum tax withholdings paid on behalf of employees related to long-term incentive awards, of $0.9. Cash flows from financing activities of continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2023 were comprised of net borrowings under the Credit Agreement and trade receivables financing arrangement of $296.6 and $16.0, respectively, primarily in connection with the TAMCO and ASPEQ acquisitions. These borrowings were partially offset by minimum tax withholdings paid on behalf of employees on long-term incentive awards, net of proceeds from options exercised, of $1.3, and fees paid in connection with the Incremental Term Loan of $1.3. Net repayments under our other various debt instruments totaled $0.4.
Discontinued Operations - Cash flows used in discontinued operations for the year ended December 31, 2024 relate primarily to the final payment under the Settlement Agreement of $25.1 (net of the cash received upon maturation of the related foreign currency forward contracts of $2.0) to MHI and disbursements for liabilities retained in connection with previous dispositions. Cash flows used in discontinued operations for the year ended December 31, 2023 relate primarily to (i) cash payments of $25.3 made by DBT to MHI during the third quarter of 2023 in connection with the Settlement Agreement, and (ii) disbursements of $14.7 for professional fees and support costs incurred principally in connection with the various dispute resolution matters resolved by the Settlement Agreement, partially offset by the recovery of legal costs we were awarded in arbitration proceedings between DBT and MHI of $6.8. Refer to Notes 4 and 15 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details related to the Settlement Agreement.
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Change in Cash and Equivalents Due to Changes in Foreign Currency Exchange Rates - Changes in foreign currency exchange rates did not have a significant impact on our cash and equivalents during 2024 and 2023.
2023 Compared to 2022
Operating Activities - The increase in cash flows from operating activities of continuing operations during the year ended December 31, 2023, compared to 2022, was due primarily to (i) the increase in income during the period discussed previously, (ii) cash contributed during 2022 to the divested subsidiaries of $138.8 in connection with the Asbestos Portfolio Sale, (iii) a reduction in the level of elevated purchases of raw materials and components, primarily within our HVAC reportable segment, during 2023, due to a more stable supply chain environment, (iv) working capital improvements at certain of our project-related businesses, as cash flows for these businesses are often subject to contract milestones that can impact the timing of cash flows from period to period, (v) net payments for asbestos-related matters made prior to the Asbestos Portfolio Sale in 2022, of $15.3, and (vi) a cash payment of $10.0 during the first half of 2022 in connection with the transfer of a portion of our postretirement life insurance benefit obligation to an insurance carrier (see Note 11 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details).
Investing Activities - Cash flows used in investing activities of continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2023 were comprised of net cash utilized in the acquisitions of TAMCO and ASPEQ of $547.0 and capital expenditures of $23.9, partially offset by net proceeds from COLI policies of $0.7. Cash flows used in investing activities of continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2022 were comprised of cash utilized in the acquisition of ITL of $41.8 and capital expenditures of $15.9, partially offset by net proceeds from COLI policies of $3.7 and $1.8 received upon agreement with the sellers on acquired working capital balances associated with the acquisitions of Cincinnati Fan & Ventilator Co., Inc. acquired in 2021 and ITL acquired in 2022.
Financing Activities - Cash flows from financing activities of continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2023 were comprised of net borrowings under the Credit Agreement and trade receivables financing arrangement of $296.6 and $16.0, respectively, primarily in connection with the TAMCO and ASPEQ acquisitions. These borrowings were partially offset by minimum tax withholdings paid on behalf of employees on long-term incentive awards, net of proceeds from options exercised, of $1.3, and fees paid in connection with the Incremental Term Loan of $1.3. Net repayments under our other various debt instruments totaled $0.4. Cash flows used in financing activities of continuing operations for the year ended December 31, 2022 were comprised primarily of repurchases of common stock of $33.7, minimum tax withholdings paid on behalf of employees on net-share settlements of long-term incentive awards, net of proceeds from options exercised, of $3.5, and contingent consideration of $1.3 paid in relation to the acquisition of Sensors & Software, Inc. (“Sensors & Software”), which was acquired in 2020. Additionally, prior to the August 12, 2022 amendment of our Credit Agreement, we made scheduled repayments under our then-existing term loan of $6.3 and in connection with entering the Credit Agreement, we received $245.0 under our new term loan and (i) repaid the remaining balance under the then-existing term loan of $237.4 and (ii) paid fees in connection with the refinancing of $1.9. Net repayments under our various other debt instruments totaled $0.8.
Discontinued Operations - Cash flows used in discontinued operations for the year ended December 31, 2023 relate primarily to (i) cash payments of $25.3 made by DBT to MHI during the third quarter of 2023 in connection with the Settlement Agreement, and (ii) disbursements of $14.7 for professional fees and support costs incurred principally in connection with the various dispute resolution matters resolved by the Settlement Agreement, partially offset by the recovery of legal costs we were awarded in arbitration proceedings between DBT and MHI of $6.8. Refer to Notes 4 and 15 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details related to the Settlement Agreement. Cash flows used in discontinued operations for the year ended December 31, 2022 related primarily to (i) disbursements for professional fees incurred in connection with the claims activities related to the large power projects in South Africa (see Note 15 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details), (ii) disbursements related to asbestos product liability matters made prior to the Asbestos Portfolio Sale, (iii) a payment of $13.9 to the buyer of Transformer Solutions related to the settlement of the final working capital balances for the business, and (iv) disbursements for liabilities retained in connection with dispositions, including fees associated with the sale of Transformer Solutions. These disbursements were partially offset by proceeds from stock options exercised of $1.0.
Change in Cash and Equivalents Due to Changes in Foreign Currency Exchange Rates - Changes in foreign currency exchange rates did not have a significant impact on our cash and equivalents during 2023 and 2022.
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Borrowings
The following summarizes our debt activity (both current and non-current) for the year ended December 31, 2024:
Less: short-term debt 17.9 10.1
Less: current maturities of long-term debt 17.3 27.6
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(1)The revolving loan facility extends through August 2027 under the terms of the Credit Agreement and is primarily used to provide liquidity for funding acquisitions, including related fees and expenses, and was utilized as the primary funding mechanism for the Ingénia acquisition.
(2)The term loans are repayable in quarterly installments equal to 1.25% of the initial term loan balances of $545.0, in all quarters of 2025 and 2026, and the first two quarters of 2027. The remaining balances are payable in full on August 12, 2027. Balances are net of unamortized debt issuance costs of $1.2 and $1.7 at December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively.
(3)Under this arrangement, we can borrow, on a continuous basis, up to $100.0, as available. Borrowings under this arrangement are collateralized by eligible trade receivables of certain of our businesses. At December 31, 2024, we had $61.7 of available borrowing capacity under this facility after giving effect to outstanding borrowings of $9.0.
(4)Primarily includes balances under a purchase card program of $1.1 and $1.9 and finance lease obligations of $1.2 and $0.5 at December 31, 2024 and December 31, 2023, respectively. The purchase card program allows for payment beyond the normal payment terms for goods and services acquired under the program. As this arrangement extends the payment of these purchases beyond their normal payment terms through third-party lending institutions, we have classified these amounts as short-term debt.
(5)“Other” includes the impact of amortization of debt issuance costs associated with the term loans.
Maturities of long-term debt payable during each of the five years subsequent to December 31, 2024 are $27.6, $27.7, $550.3, $0.2, and $0.1, respectively.
Senior Credit Facilities
On August 30, 2024, we entered into the Credit Agreement pursuant to the Second Amendment to the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement and Incremental Facility Activation Notice (the “Second Amendment”) with Bank of America, N.A., as administrative agent (the “Administrative Agent”), the lenders party thereto, and certain domestic subsidiaries of the Company, as guarantors, which amended our prior Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of August 12, 2022 with the lenders party thereto, Deutsche Bank AG, as foreign trade facility agent, and the Administrative Agent.
The Second Amendment increases the aggregate revolving credit commitments under the Credit Agreement from $500.0 to $1,000.0 and makes certain conforming changes and other amendments to the Credit Agreement. We expect to utilize the increased revolving credit capacity to finance, in part, permitted acquisitions, to pay related fees, costs and expenses and for other lawful corporate purposes. In connection with the Second Amendment, we capitalized $2.6 of debt issuance costs within “Other assets” on the consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2024.
On April 21, 2023, we entered into an Incremental Facility Activation Notice with Bank of America, N.A., as administrative agent, and the lenders party thereto, which amended the Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, dated as of August 12, 2022, among the Company, the lenders party thereto, Deutsche Bank AG, as foreign trade facility agent, and the Administrative Agent (“Incremental Amendment”).
The Incremental Amendment provides for an Incremental Term Loan in the aggregate amount of $300.0, which was available in up to three drawings (subject to customary conditions) from the Incremental Amendment Effective Date to October 18, 2023. The proceeds of the Incremental Term Loan were available to be used to finance, in part, permitted acquisitions, to pay related fees, costs and expenses and for other lawful corporate purposes. The Incremental Term Loan will mature on August 12, 2027. We may voluntarily prepay the Incremental Term Loan, in whole or in part, without premium or penalty. In June 2023, we borrowed $300.0 under the Incremental Term Loan in connection with the ASPEQ acquisition.
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The credit facilities (the “Senior Credit Facilities”) under the Credit Agreement consist of the following at December 31, 2024 (each with a final maturity of August 12, 2027):
•Term loan facilities with original aggregate principal amounts of $545.0 ($245.0 and $300.0 related to our original term loan and the Incremental Term Loan, respectively);
•A multicurrency revolving credit facility, available for loans and letters of credit in Dollars, Euro, Sterling and other currencies, in an aggregate principal amount up to the equivalent of $1,000.0 (with sub-limits equal to the equivalents of $200.0 for financial letters of credit, $50.0 for non-financial letters of credit, and $150.0 for non-U.S. exposure); and
•A bilateral foreign credit instrument facility, available for performance letters of credit and bank undertakings, in an aggregate principal amount in various currencies up to the equivalent of $25.0.
At December 31, 2024, we had $909.0 of available borrowing capacity under our revolving credit facilities, after giving effect to borrowings under the domestic revolving loan facilities of $80.0 and $11.0 reserved for outstanding letters of credit. In addition, at December 31, 2024, we had $8.0 of available issuance capacity under our foreign credit instrument facilities after giving effect to $17.0 reserved for outstanding letters of credit.
At December 31, 2024, we were in compliance with all covenants of our Credit Agreement.
Refer to Note 13 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details of the Credit Agreement, including details of covenants, applicable interest rate margins and fees.
Other Borrowings and Financing Activities
Certain of our businesses purchase goods and services under a purchase card program allowing for payment beyond their normal payment terms. As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, the participating businesses had $1.1 and $1.9, respectively, outstanding under this arrangement.
We are party to a trade receivables financing agreement, which is renewed annually for twelve months during the third quarter, whereby we can borrow, on a continuous basis, up to $100.0. Availability of funds may fluctuate over time given, among other things, changes in eligible receivable balances, but will not exceed the $100.0 program limit. The facility contains representations, warranties, covenants and indemnities customary for facilities of this type. The facility does not contain any covenants that we view as materially constraining to the activities of our business.
In addition, we maintain an uncommitted line of credit facility in China which is available to fund operations in this region, when necessary, at the discretion of the lender. At December 31, 2024, the aggregate amount of borrowing capacity under this facility was $10.0, while there were no borrowings outstanding.
Company-owned Life Insurance
The Company has investments in COLI policies, which are recorded at their cash surrender value at each balance sheet date. Changes to the cash surrender value at each balance sheet date are recorded as a gain or loss within “Other expense, net” within the consolidated statements of operations. The Company has the ability to borrow against a portion of its investments in the COLI policies as an additional source of liquidity. During 2024, the Company borrowed $41.2 against the cash surrender value of these COLI policies, after which minimal capacity to borrow against the policies remains. Such borrowings were primarily used to pay down amounts payable under the revolving credit facility. The amounts borrowed incur interest at a weighted-average rate of 5.3%. See Note 1 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details of the COLI policies.
Financial Instruments
We measure our financial assets and liabilities on a recurring basis, and nonfinancial assets and liabilities on a non-recurring basis, at fair value. Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. We utilize market data or assumptions that we believe market participants would use in pricing the asset or liability, including assumptions about risk and the risks inherent in the inputs to the valuation technique. These inputs can be readily observable quoted prices in active markets for identical assets or liabilities (Level 1), significant other observable inputs (Level 2) or significant unobservable inputs (Level 3).
Our derivative financial assets and liabilities include interest rate swap agreements and forward contracts to manage exposure on contracts with forecasted transactions denominated in non-functional currencies which manage the risk of transaction gains and losses associated with assets/liabilities denominated in currencies other than the functional currency of
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certain subsidiaries (“FX forward contracts”) that are measured at fair value using observable market inputs such as forward rates, interest rates, our own credit risk, and our counterparties’ credit risks. Based on these inputs, the derivative assets and liabilities are classified within Level 2 of the valuation hierarchy. Based on our continued ability to enter into FX forward contracts and interest rate swap agreements, we consider the markets for our fair value instruments active.
As of December 31, 2024, there was no significant impact to the fair value of our derivative liabilities due to our own credit risk as the related instruments are collateralized under our Senior Credit Facilities. Similarly, there was no significant impact to the fair value of our derivative assets based on our evaluation of our counterparties’ credit risk.
We primarily use the income approach, which uses valuation techniques to convert future amounts to a single present amount. Assets and liabilities measured at fair value on a recurring basis are further discussed below.
Interest Rate Swaps
In 2020, we entered into interest swap agreements (“Initial Swaps”) that covered the period through November 2024, and effectively converted borrowings under our senior credit facilities to a fixed rate of 1.077%, plus the applicable margin. In September 2024, commensurate with the Second Amendment, we entered into additional interest rate swap agreements (“Additional Swaps”). The Additional Swaps have a notional amount of $524.6, cover the period from December 2024 to June 2026, and effectively convert this portion of the borrowings under our senior credit facilities to a fixed rate of 3.58%, plus the applicable margin. We have designated, and are accounting for, our Additional Swaps (and, prior to their maturity, accounted for the Initial Swaps) as cash flow hedges.
As of December 31, 2024 and 2023, the unrealized gain, net of tax, recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income (“AOCI”) was $2.6 and $5.7, respectively. In addition, as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, the fair value of our interest rate swap agreements was $3.4 (with $2.7 recorded as a current asset and $0.7 as a non-current asset) and $7.5 recorded as a current asset, respectively. Changes in fair value of our interest rate swap agreements are reclassified into earnings as a component of interest expense when the forecasted transaction impacts earnings.
Currency Forward Contracts
We manufacture and sell our products in a number of countries and, as a result, are exposed to movements in foreign currency exchange rates. Our objective is to preserve the economic value of non-functional currency-denominated cash flows and to minimize the impact of changes as a result of currency fluctuations. Our principal currency exposures relate to the South African Rand, British Pound Sterling, Canadian Dollar, and Euro.
From time to time, we enter into FX forward contracts. Certain of our FX forward contracts are designated as cash flow hedges. Changes in these derivatives’ fair value are included in AOCI and are reclassified into earnings as a component of revenues or cost of products sold, as applicable, when the forecasted transaction impacts earnings. In addition, if the forecasted transaction is no longer probable, the cumulative change in the derivatives’ fair value is recorded into earnings in the period in which the transaction is no longer considered probable of occurring.
We had FX forward contracts with an aggregate notional amount of $22.9 and $9.4 outstanding as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively, with all of the $22.9 scheduled to mature within one year. There were no unrealized gains/losses recorded in AOCI related to the FX forward contracts designated as cash flow hedges as of December 31, 2024 and 2023. The fair value of our FX forward contracts was less than $0.1 at December 31, 2024 and 2023.
In addition to the above, we entered FX forward contracts associated with the Settlement Agreement to mitigate our exposure to fluctuations in the South African Rand, with a notional amount of South African Rand 480.9 (or $24.9 at the time of execution) and a fair value of $1.3, which was included within “Assets of DBT and Heat Transfer” on the consolidated balance sheet as of December 31, 2023. We designated and accounted for these FX forward contracts as fair value hedges. These FX forward contracts matured during the third quarter of 2024 commensurate with the final payment under the Settlement Agreement, resulting in cash received of $2.0 presented within “Net cash used in discontinued operations” within the consolidated statement of cash flows for the year ended December 31, 2024. Refer to Note 4 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
Concentrations of Credit Risk
Financial instruments that potentially subject us to significant concentrations of credit risk consist of cash and equivalents, trade accounts receivable, COLI policies, interest rate swaps, and FX forward contracts. These financial instruments, other than trade accounts receivable, are placed with high-quality financial institutions throughout the world. We periodically evaluate the credit standing of these financial institutions.
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We maintain cash levels in bank accounts that, at times, may exceed federally-insured limits. We have not experienced significant loss, and believe we are not exposed to significant risk of loss, in these accounts.
We have credit loss exposure in the event of nonperformance by counterparties to the above financial instruments, but have no other off-balance-sheet credit risk of accounting loss. We anticipate, however, that counterparties will be able to fully satisfy their obligations under the contracts. We do not obtain collateral or other security to support financial instruments subject to credit risk, but we do monitor the credit standing of counterparties.
Concentrations of credit risk arising from trade accounts receivable are due to selling to customers in a particular industry. Credit risks are mitigated by performing ongoing credit evaluations of our customers’ financial conditions and obtaining collateral, advance payments, or other security when appropriate. No one customer, or group of customers that to our knowledge are under common control, accounted for more than 10% of our revenues for any period presented.
Cash and Other Commitments
Balances under the Credit Agreement are payable in full on August 12, 2027. Our term loans are repayable in quarterly installments equal to 1.25% of the initial term loan balances of $545.0, in all quarters of 2025 and 2026, and the first two quarters of 2027. The remaining balance is payable in full on August 12, 2027.
We use operating leases to finance certain equipment, vehicles and properties. At December 31, 2024, we had $62.9 of future minimum rental payments under operating leases with remaining non-cancelable terms in excess of one year.
Capital expenditures for 2024 totaled $38.0, compared to $23.9 and $15.9 in 2023 and 2022, respectively. Capital expenditures in 2024 related primarily to upgrades to existing, and expansion into new, manufacturing facilities, including replacement of equipment. We expect 2025 capital expenditures to approximate $35.0 to $50.0, with a significant portion related to upgrades to existing, and expansion into new, manufacturing facilities.
In 2024, we made contributions and direct benefit payments of $11.1 to our defined benefit pension and postretirement benefit plans. We expect to make $11.6 of minimum required funding contributions and direct benefit payments in 2025. Our pension plans have not experienced any liquidity difficulties or counterparty defaults due to the volatility in the credit markets. Our pension fund assets had returns of approximately 0.0% in 2024. See Note 11 to our consolidated financial statements for further disclosure of expected future contributions and benefit payments.
On a net basis, both from continuing and discontinued operations, net income tax payments totaled $43.5, $58.4, and $59.6 in 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively. In 2024, we made payments of $47.0 associated with the actual and estimated tax liability for federal, state and foreign tax obligations and received refunds of $3.5. The amount of income taxes that we receive or pay annually is dependent on various factors, including the timing of certain deductions. Deductions and the amount of income taxes can and do vary from year-to-year.
Our Certificate of Incorporation provides that we indemnify our officers and directors to the fullest extent permitted by the Delaware General Corporation Law for any personal liability in connection with their employment or service with us, subject to limited exceptions. While we maintain insurance for this type of liability, the liability could exceed the amount of the insurance coverage.
We continually review each of our businesses in order to determine their long-term strategic fit. These reviews could result in selected acquisitions to expand an existing business or result in the disposition of an existing business. In addition, you should read “Risk Factors,” “Results for Reportable Segments” included in this MD&A, and “Business” for an understanding of the risks, uncertainties and trends facing our businesses.
Off-Balance Sheet Arrangements
As of December 31, 2024, except as discussed in the contractual obligations table below, we did not have any material guarantees, off-balance sheet arrangements or purchase commitments other than the following: (i) $18.1 of certain standby letters of credit outstanding, all of which relate to self-insurance or environmental matters and $11.0 of which reduce the available borrowing capacity on our domestic revolving credit facility, (ii) $17.0 of letters of credit outstanding, all of which reduce the available borrowing capacity on our foreign trade facilities, and (iii) $79.6 of surety bonds.
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Contractual Obligations
The following is a summary of our primary contractual obligations as of December 31, 2024:
Total DueWithin1 Year Due in1-3 Years Due in3-5 Years Due After5 Years
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(1)Estimated minimum required pension funding and pension and postretirement benefit payments are based on actuarial estimates using current assumptions for, among other things, discount rates, expected long-term rates of return on plan assets (where applicable), and health care cost trend rates. The expected pension contributions for the U.S. plans in 2025 and thereafter reflect the minimum required contributions under the Pension Protection Act of 2006 and the Worker, Retiree, and Employer Recovery Act of 2008. These contributions do not reflect potential voluntary contributions, or additional contributions that may be required in connection with acquisitions, dispositions or related plan mergers. See Note 11 to our consolidated financial statements for additional information on expected future contributions and benefit payments.
(2)Represents contractual commitments to purchase goods and services at specified dates.
(3)Represents rental payments under operating leases with remaining non-cancelable terms in excess of one year.
(4)Represents interest payments exclusive of the impact of our interest rate swap agreements.
(5)Contingent obligations, such as environmental accruals and those relating to uncertain tax positions generally do not have specific payment dates and accordingly have been excluded from the above table. We believe that within the next 12 months it is reasonably possible that our previously unrecognized tax benefits could decrease up to $1.0. In addition, the above table does not include potential payments under our derivative financial instruments.
Critical Accounting Estimates
The preparation of financial statements in accordance with GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets, liabilities, revenues and expenses, and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities. The accounting policies that we believe are most critical to the portrayal of our financial condition and results of operations, and that require our most difficult, subjective or complex judgments in estimating the effect of inherent uncertainties, are listed below. This section should be read in conjunction with Notes 1 and 2 to our consolidated financial statements, which include a detailed discussion of these and other accounting policies.
Acquisition Accounting
From time to time, we may make acquisitions that do not significantly impact our financial position or operations. These acquisitions primarily complement our existing business operations or strategic initiatives with no significant impact to our financial outlook and end markets, or requiring a significant investment of resources. Such acquisitions are not separately identified within this report on Form 10-K. We regularly review and negotiate potential acquisitions in the ordinary course of business, some of which are or may be material. The acquired assets and liabilities are recorded at estimates of fair value as determined by management, based on information available and assumptions as to future operations and are subject to change upon completion of the acquisition method of accounting. Final determination of the fair value of certain assets and liabilities are completed within the measurement period of up to one year from the acquisition date, as permitted under GAAP.
These fair market value assessments require judgments and estimates that can be affected by various factors over time, which may cause final amounts to be materially adjusted from original estimates in subsequent periods. The significant judgments include (i) the estimation of future cash flows, which are dependent on forecasts, (ii) the estimation of a long-term rate of growth, (iii) the estimation of the useful life of the assets, and (iv) the determination of a risk-adjusted weighted-average cost of capital. When appropriate, our estimates of the acquired fair values include assistance from an independent third-party.
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Inventories, long-lived assets (primarily property, plant and equipment), goodwill, and intangible assets generally represent the largest components of our acquisitions. In addition, we also acquire other categories of assets and liabilities which can include, but are not limited to, accounts receivable, accounts payable and other working capital. Due to their short-term nature, the fair values of these assets and liabilities generally approximate the carrying values reflected on the acquired balance sheet. However, when appropriate, we adjust these carrying values for factors such as collectability, existence, and consistency with Company accounting policies. We record the excess of consideration transferred over the fair value of the identifiable net assets acquired as goodwill.
The primary identifiable intangible assets that we acquire typically consist of customer relationships, indefinite-lived and definite-lived trademarks, technology, and backlog. We record trademarks at a fair value equal to the present value of the hypothetical or potential royalty income attributable to it. The royalty income attributable to a trademark represents the hypothetical cost savings that are derived from owning the trademark instead of paying royalties to license the trademark. Inventories acquired in the transaction are recorded at fair value, which approximates a market participant’s estimated selling price adjusted for (i) costs to complete, (ii) costs to sell, and (iii) a reasonable profit allowance to the seller for costs incurred.
Impairment of Goodwill and Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets
Goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets are not amortized, but instead are subject to annual impairment testing. We review goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible assets for impairment annually during the fourth quarter and continually assess whether a triggering event has occurred that indicates the carrying value may exceed the implied fair value. We monitor the results of each of our reporting units as a means of identifying trends and/or matters that may impact their financial results and, thus, be an indicator of a potential impairment. The trends and/or matters that we specifically monitor for each of our reporting units are as follows:
•Significant variances in financial performance (e.g., revenues, earnings and cash flows) in relation to expectations and historical performance;
•Significant changes in end markets or other economic factors;
•Significant changes or planned changes in our use of a reporting unit’s assets; and
•Significant changes in customer relationships and competitive conditions.
The identification and measurement of goodwill impairment involves the estimation of the fair value of reporting units. We have the option to assess impairment through a qualitative assessment, which includes factors such as general economic conditions, negative developments in equity and credit markets, adverse changes in the markets in which a reporting unit operates, increases in input costs that have a negative effect on earnings and cash flows, or a trend of negative or declining cash flows over multiple periods, among others. When a potential impairment is indicated, we perform quantitative testing by comparing the estimated fair value of the reporting unit to the carrying value of the reported net assets. Under our quantitative testing, fair value is generally based on discounted projected cash flows, but we also consider factors such as comparable industry price multiples. The revenue growth rates included in the financial projections are our best estimates based on current and forecasted market conditions, and the profit margin assumptions are projected by each reporting unit based on current cost structure and, when applicable, anticipated net cost increases/reductions.
The calculation of fair value for our reporting units incorporates many assumptions including future growth rates, profit margin and discount factors. Changes in economic and operating conditions impacting these assumptions could result in impairment charges in future periods.
As indicated in Note 10 to the consolidated financial statements, in connection with our annual impairment analyses of ULC’s goodwill and indefinite-lived intangibles during the fourth quarter of 2022, we determined that the carrying value of ULC’s net assets exceeded the implied fair value of the business. As a result, we recorded an impairment charge of $12.9 ($12.0 related to goodwill, which represented all of ULC’s goodwill prior to impairment, and $0.9 related to trademarks) during the fourth quarter of 2022.
During the fourth quarter of 2024, we performed our analyses on the goodwill of our reporting units. The fair value of the assets related to the Ingénia acquisition approximate their carrying value. If Ingénia is unable to achieve its current financial forecast or there is a change in assumptions used in Ingénia’s analysis (e.g. project revenues and profit growth rates, discount rates, industry price multiples, etc.), we may be required to record an impairment charge in a future period related to its goodwill. As of December 31, 2024, Ingénia’s goodwill totaled $133.6.
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We perform our annual trademarks impairment testing during the fourth quarter, or on a more frequent basis if there are indications of potential impairment. The fair values of our trademarks are determined by applying estimated royalty rates to projected revenues, with resulting cash flows discounted at a rate of return that reflects current market conditions. The basis for these projected revenues is the annual operating plan for each of the related businesses, which is prepared in the fourth quarter of each year. In connection with the annual impairment testing of our trademarks during the fourth quarters of 2024, 2023, and 2022, we recorded impairment charges of $0.0, $0.0, and $1.4 (including $0.9 related to ULC as noted above), respectively. In connection with the 2024 annual trademark impairment analyses, we determined that the implied value of ASPEQ’s trademarks approximated their carrying value. If ASPEQ is unable to achieve its current revenue forecast, or there is a change in assumptions used in ASPEQ’s analysis (e.g., projected revenues and discount rates, etc.), we may be required to record an impairment charge in a future period related to its trademarks. As of December 31, 2024, ASPEQ’s trademarks totaled $51.5.
See Note 10 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details.
Contingent Liabilities
Numerous claims, complaints and proceedings arising in the ordinary course of business have been asserted or are pending against us or certain of our subsidiaries (collectively, “claims”). These claims relate to litigation matters (e.g., class actions, derivative lawsuits and contracts, intellectual property and competitive claims), environmental matters, claims for contingent consideration on prior acquisitions, product liability matters, and other risk management matters (e.g., general liability, automobile, and workers’ compensation claims). Additionally, we may become subject to other claims of which we are currently unaware, which may be significant, or the claims of which we are aware may result in our incurring significantly greater loss than we anticipate. While we (and our subsidiaries) maintain property, cargo, auto, product, general liability, environmental, and directors’ and officers’ liability insurance, among other lines of coverage, and have acquired rights under similar policies in connection with acquisitions that we believe cover a significant portion of these claims, this insurance may be insufficient or unavailable (e.g., in the case of insurer insolvency) to protect us against potential loss exposures. Also, while we believe we are entitled to indemnification from third parties for some of these claims, these rights may be insufficient or unavailable to protect us against potential loss exposures.
Our recorded liabilities related to these matters, primarily associated with environmental matters, totaled $39.9 and $37.9 at December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Of these amounts, $32.0 and $29.4 are included in “Other long-term liabilities” within our consolidated balance sheets at December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively, with the remainder included in “Accrued expenses.” The liabilities we record for these matters are based on a number of assumptions, including historical claims and payment experience. While we base our assumptions on facts currently known to us, they entail inherently subjective judgments and uncertainties. As a result, our current assumptions for estimating these liabilities may not prove accurate, and we may be required to adjust these liabilities in the future, which could result in charges to earnings. These variances relative to current expectations could have a material impact on our financial position and results of operations in future periods.
Claim for Contingent Consideration Related to ULC Acquisition
In connection with our acquisition of ULC in September 2020, the seller of ULC was eligible for additional cash consideration of up to $45.0 under an earn-out provision. During the third quarter of 2021, we concluded that none of the milestones for the payment of any of the contingent consideration were achieved.
On May 20, 2024, we entered into a settlement agreement with the seller of ULC to resolve a lawsuit that commenced in August 2022 seeking contingent consideration of $15.0, prejudgment interest on that amount, and attorney's fees. The settlement agreement required a payment by us to the seller of ULC of $8.4, which was paid during the second quarter of 2024, with a corresponding charge recorded within “Other operating expense, net” within the consolidated statement of operations for the year ended December 31, 2024. We expect this payment to be tax deductible in future periods.
Resolution of Dispute with Former Representative
On January 18, 2024, a jury ruled that one of our businesses within the Detection and Measurement reportable segment had breached its contract and implied duties of good faith and fair dealing in connection with an agreement entered into with a former representative. On January 26, 2024, we negotiated a settlement requiring a payment to the former representative of $9.0 to resolve all claims related to the matter. This amount was recorded to “Other operating expense, net” within the consolidated statement of operations for the year ended December 31, 2023 and paid during the first quarter of 2024.
Asbestos Matters
As indicated in Note 1 to our consolidated financial statements, we completed the Asbestos Portfolio Sale on November 1, 2022, which resulted in the divestiture of three wholly-owned subsidiaries that hold asbestos liabilities and certain assets,
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including related insurance assets. As a result of this transaction, all asbestos obligations and liabilities and related insurance assets have been removed from our consolidated balance sheets effective November 12, 2022. During the year ended December 31, 2022, our payments for asbestos-related claims, net of respective insurance recoveries of $31.6, were $20.1.
During the year ended December 31, 2022, we recorded charges of $24.2 as a result of changes in estimates associated with the liabilities and assets related to asbestos-related claims. Of these charges, $18.8 were reflected in “Income from continuing operations before income taxes” and $5.4 were reflected in “Loss on disposition of discontinued operations, net of tax.”
Large Power Projects in South Africa
Overview - Since 2008, DBT had been executing on two large power projects in South Africa (Kusile and Medupi), on which it has completed its scope of work. During that time, the business environment surrounding these projects was difficult, as DBT, along with many other contractors on the projects, experienced delays, cost over-runs, and various other challenges associated with a complex set of contractual relationships among the end customer, prime contractors, various subcontractors (including DBT and its subcontractors), and various suppliers. DBT had asserted claims against the remaining prime contractor, MHI, and MHI had asserted, or issued letters of intent to claim for, alleged damages against DBT. On September 5, 2023, DBT and SPX entered into the Settlement Agreement to resolve all claims between the parties with respect to the two large power projects. The Settlement Agreement provides for full and final settlement and the mutual release of all claims between the parties with respect to the projects, including any claim against SPX Technologies, Inc. as guarantor of DBT’s performance on the projects. Refer to Note 4 to the consolidated financial statements for additional details.
Prior to the Settlement Agreement, DBT had experienced success in enforcing its rights through dispute resolution processes, including a favorable arbitration ruling during the first quarter of 2023 related to awards for costs incurred in connection with delays on the Kusile project of South African Rand 126.6 (or $7.0) with such amount recorded to “Loss on disposition of discontinued operations, net of tax” during the first quarter of 2023. Further, in June 2023, the arbitration tribunal ruled DBT was entitled to recover $1.3 of legal costs incurred related to the arbitration. Additionally, in May 2023, a separate arbitration tribunal ruled DBT was entitled to recover $5.5 of legal costs incurred related to another prior arbitration. Such amounts were recorded within “Loss on disposition of discontinued operations, net of tax” during the second quarter of 2023 with the cash payments received in 2023.
Claim against Surety - On February 5, 2021, DBT received payment of $6.7 on bonds issued in support of performance by one of DBT’s subcontractors that is currently in liquidation. The subcontractor or liquidator maintain rights to seek recovery of such amount and, thus, the amount received by DBT has not been reflected in our consolidated statements of operations.
Environmental Matters
We believe that we are in substantial compliance with applicable environmental requirements. We are currently involved in various investigatory and remedial actions at our facilities and at third-party waste disposal sites. It is our policy to accrue for estimated losses from legal actions or claims when events exist that make the realization of the losses or expenses probable and they can be reasonably estimated. Our environmental accruals cover anticipated costs, including investigation, remediation, and operation and maintenance of clean-up sites. Accordingly, our estimates may change based on future developments, including new or changes in existing environmental laws or policies, differences in costs required to complete anticipated actions from estimates provided, future findings of investigation or remediation actions, changes in our allocation of shared remediation costs, or alteration to the expected remediation plans. We expense costs incurred to investigate and remediate environmental issues unless they extend the economic useful lives of related assets. We record liabilities when it is probable that an obligation has been incurred and the amounts can be reasonably estimated. Our estimates are based primarily on investigations and remediation plans established by independent consultants, regulatory agencies and potentially responsible third parties. It is our policy to realize a change in estimates once it becomes probable and can be reasonably estimated. In determining our accruals, we do not discount our environmental accruals and do not reduce them by anticipated insurance, litigation or other recoveries. We take into account third-party indemnification from financially viable parties in determining our accruals where there is no dispute regarding the right to indemnification.
Self-Insured Risk Management Matters
We are self-insured for certain of our workers’ compensation, automobile, product and general liability, disability and health costs, and we believe that we maintain adequate accruals to cover our retained liability. Our accruals for risk management matters are determined by us, are based on claims filed and estimates of claims incurred but not yet reported, and are not discounted. We consider a number of factors, including third-party actuarial valuations, when making these determinations. We maintain third-party stop-loss insurance policies to cover certain liability costs in excess of predetermined retained amounts; however, this insurance may be insufficient or unavailable (e.g., because of insurer insolvency) to protect us against potential
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loss exposures. The key assumptions considered in estimating the ultimate cost to settle reported claims and the estimated costs associated with incurred but not yet reported claims include, among other things, our historical and industry claims experience, trends in health care and administrative costs, our current and future risk management programs, and historical lag studies with regard to the timing between when a claim is incurred versus when it is reported.
Revenue Recognition
We recognize revenue in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification 606, which requires revenue to be recognized over-time or at a point in time.
Most of our businesses recognize revenue at a point in time as satisfaction of the related performance obligations occur at the time of shipment or delivery, while certain of our businesses recognize revenue and costs for certain complex long-term and subscription or service contracts over-time.
The revenue for these complex long-term contracts is recorded based on the percentage of costs incurred to date for each contract to the estimated total costs for such a contract at completion. The revenue for subscription or service contracts are typically recorded based on the period of subscription delivered or service progress made. In 2024, 2023, and 2022 we recognized $213.4, $173.2 and $167.8, respectively, of revenues under such methods. We record any provision for estimated losses on uncompleted contracts in the period which the losses are determined.
Our complex long-term contracts may include unapproved change orders and claims. We include in our contract estimates additional revenue for unapproved change orders or claims when we believe we have an enforceable right to the unapproved change order or claim and the amount can be reliably estimated. In evaluating these criteria, we consider the contractual/legal basis for the claim, the cause of any additional costs incurred, the reasonableness of those costs, and the objective evidence available to support the claim. These estimates are also based on historical award experience. Due to uncertainties inherent in the estimation process, it is reasonably possible that the ultimate revenues and completion costs on our complex long-term contracts, including those arising from contract penalty provisions and final contract settlements, will be revised during the duration of the contract. These revised revenues and costs are recognized in the period in which the revisions are determined.
Our estimation process for determining revenues and costs for our complex long-term contracts is based upon (i) our historical experience, (ii) the professional judgment and knowledge of our engineers, project managers, operations, and financial professionals, and (iii) an assessment of the key underlying factors (see below).
As our complex long-term contracts generally range from six to eighteen months in duration, we typically reassess the estimated revenues and costs of these contracts on a quarterly basis, but may reassess more often as situations warrant. We record changes in estimates of revenues and costs when identified using the cumulative catch-up method.
We believe the underlying factors used to estimate our complex long-term contracts costs to complete and percentage-of-completion are sufficiently reliable to provide a reasonable estimate of revenue and profit; however, due to the length of time over which revenues are generated and costs are incurred, along with the judgment required in developing the underlying factors, the variability of revenue and cost can be significant. Factors that may affect revenue and costs relating to complex long-term contracts include, but are not limited to, the following:
•Cost Recovery for Product Design Changes and Claims — On occasion, design specifications may change during the course of the contract. Any additional costs arising from these changes may be supported by change orders, or we may submit a claim to the customer. Change orders and claims related to design changes are accounted for as described above.
•Material Availability and Costs — Our estimates of material costs generally are based on existing supplier relationships, adequate availability of materials, prevailing market prices for materials, and, in some cases, long-term supplier contracts. Changes in our supplier relationships, delays in obtaining materials, or changes in material prices can have a significant impact on our cost and profitability estimates.
•Use of Subcontractors — Our arrangements with subcontractors are generally based on fixed prices; however, our estimates of the cost and profitability can be impacted by subcontractor delays, customer claims arising from subcontractor performance issues, or a subcontractor’s inability to fulfill its obligations.
•Labor Costs and Anticipated Productivity Levels — Where applicable, we include the impact of labor improvements in our estimation of costs, such as in cases where we expect a favorable learning curve over the duration of the contract. In these cases, if the improvements do not materialize, costs and profitability could be adversely impacted. Additionally, to the extent we are more or less productive than originally anticipated, estimated costs and profitability may also be impacted.
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•Effect of Foreign Currency Fluctuations — Fluctuations between currencies in which our long-term contracts are denominated and the currencies under which contract costs are incurred can have an impact on profitability. When the impact on profitability is potentially significant, we may enter into FX forward contracts or prepay certain vendors for raw materials to manage the potential exposure. See Note 14 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details on our FX forward contracts.
In some cases, the timing of revenue recognition, particularly for revenue recognized over time, differs from when such amounts are invoiced to customers, resulting in a contract asset (revenue recognition precedes the invoicing of the related revenue amount) or a contract liability (payment from the customer precedes recognition of the related revenue amount). Contract assets are recoverable from customers based upon various measures of performance, including achievement of certain milestones, completion of specific units, or completion of the contract.
In contracts where a portion of the price may vary, we estimate the variable consideration at the amount to which we expect to be entitled, which is included in the transaction price to the extent it is probable that a significant reversal of cumulative revenue recognized will not occur. We analyze the risk of a significant revenue reversal and, if necessary, constrain the amount of variable consideration recognized in order to mitigate this risk.
See Notes 1 and 5 to our consolidated financial statements for further information on our revenue recognition policies.
Employee Benefit Plans
Defined benefit plans cover a portion of our salaried and hourly paid employees, including certain employees in foreign countries. Additionally, domestic postretirement plans provide health and life insurance benefits for certain retirees and their dependents. We recognize changes in the fair value of plan assets and actuarial gains and losses into earnings during the fourth quarter of each year, unless earlier remeasurement is required, as a component of net periodic benefit expense. The remaining components of pension/postretirement expense, primarily interest costs and expected return on plan assets, are recorded on a quarterly basis.
Our pension plans have not experienced any significant impact on liquidity or counterparty exposure due to volatility in the credit markets.
The costs and obligations associated with these plans are determined based on actuarial valuations. The critical assumptions used in determining these related expenses and obligations are discount rates and healthcare cost projections. These critical assumptions are calculated based on company data and appropriate market indicators, and are evaluated at least annually by us in consultation with outside actuaries. Other assumptions involving demographic factors such as retirement patterns and mortality, are evaluated periodically and are updated to reflect our experience and expectations for the future. While management believes that the assumptions used are appropriate, actual results may differ.
The discount rate enables us to state expected future cash flows at a present value on the measurement date. This rate is the yield on high-quality fixed income investments at the measurement date. A lower discount rate increases the present value of benefit obligations and increases pension expense. Including the effects of recognizing actuarial gains and losses into earnings as described above, a 50 basis point decrease in the discount rate for our domestic plans would have increased our 2024 pension expense by approximately $7.0, and a 50 basis point increase in the discount rate would have decreased our 2024 pension expense by approximately $6.6.
The trend in healthcare costs is difficult to estimate, and it can significantly impact our postretirement liabilities and costs. The healthcare cost trend rate for 2024, which is the weighted-average annual projected rate of increase in the per capita cost of covered benefits, is 6.5%. This rate is assumed to decrease to 5.0% by 2031 and then remain at that level.
See Note 11 to our consolidated financial statements for further information on our pension and postretirement benefit plans.
Income Taxes
We record our income taxes based on the Income Taxes Topic of the Codification, which includes an estimate of the amount of income taxes payable or refundable for the current year and deferred income tax liabilities and assets for the future tax consequences of events that have been recognized in our consolidated financial statements or tax returns.
Deferred tax assets and liabilities reflect the net tax effects of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for income tax purposes. We periodically assess the realizability of deferred tax assets and the adequacy of deferred tax liabilities, including the results of local, state, federal or foreign statutory tax audits or estimates and judgments used.
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Realization of deferred tax assets involves estimates regarding (i) the timing and amount of the reversal of taxable temporary differences, (ii) expected future taxable income, and (iii) the impact of tax planning strategies. We believe that it is more likely than not that we will not realize the benefit of certain deferred tax assets and, accordingly, have established a valuation allowance against them. In assessing the need for a valuation allowance, we consider all available positive and negative evidence, including past operating results, projections of future taxable income and the feasibility of and potential changes to ongoing tax planning strategies. The projections of future taxable income include a number of estimates and assumptions regarding our volume, pricing and costs. Although realization is not assured for the remaining deferred tax assets, we believe it is more likely than not that the remaining deferred tax assets will be realized through future taxable earnings or alternative tax strategies. However, deferred tax assets could be reduced in the near term if our estimates of taxable income are significantly reduced or tax strategies are no longer viable.
The amount of income tax that we pay annually is dependent on various factors, including the timing of certain deductions and ongoing audits by federal, state and foreign tax authorities, which may result in proposed adjustments. We perform reviews of our income tax positions on a quarterly basis and accrue for potential uncertain tax positions. Accruals for these uncertain tax positions are classified as “Income taxes payable” and “Deferred and other income taxes” in our consolidated balance sheets based on an expectation as to the timing of when the matter will be resolved. As events change or resolutions occur, these accruals are adjusted, such as in the case of audit settlements with taxing authorities. We believe we have adequately provided for any reasonably foreseeable outcome related to these matters.
Our future results may include favorable or unfavorable adjustments to our estimated tax liabilities due to closure of income tax examinations, statute expirations, new regulatory or judicial pronouncements, changes in tax laws, changes in projected levels of taxable income, future tax planning strategies, or other relevant events. See Note 12 to our consolidated financial statements for additional details regarding our uncertain tax positions.
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New Accounting Pronouncements
See Note 3 to our consolidated financial statements for a discussion of recent accounting pronouncements.
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ITEM 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures about Market Risk
(All amounts are in millions)
We are exposed to market risk related to changes in interest rates, foreign currency exchange rates and commodity raw material prices, and we selectively use financial instruments to manage certain of these risks. We do not enter into financial instruments for speculative or trading purposes; however, these instruments may be deemed speculative if the future cash flows originally hedged are no longer probable of occurring as anticipated. Our currency exposures vary, but are primarily concentrated in the South African Rand, British Pound Sterling, Canadian Dollar, and Euro. We generally do not hedge currency translation exposures. Our exposures for commodity raw materials vary, with the highest concentration relating to steel and oil. See Note 14 to our consolidated financial statements for further details.
The following table provides information, as of December 31, 2024, about our primary outstanding debt obligations and presents principal cash flows by expected maturity dates, weighted-average interest rates and fair values.
Expected Maturity Date
Average interest rate 5.8 %
In 2020, we entered into the Initial Swaps, which covered the period through November 2024, and effectively converted borrowings under our senior credit facilities to a fixed rate of 1.077%, plus the applicable margin. In September 2024, commensurate with the Second Amendment, we entered into the Additional Swaps, which have a notional amount of $524.6, cover the period from December 2024 to June 2026, and effectively convert this portion of the borrowings under our senior credit facilities to a fixed rate of 3.58%, plus the applicable margin. We have designated, and are accounting for, our Additional Swaps (and, prior to their maturity, accounted for the Initial Swaps) as cash flow hedges.
We believe that cash and equivalents, cash flows from operations, and availability under revolving credit facilities and our trade receivables financing arrangement will be sufficient to fund working capital needs, planned capital expenditures, other operational cash requirements and required debt service obligations.
From time to time, we enter into FX forward contracts to manage the exposure on contracts with forecasted transactions denominated in non-functional currencies which manage the risk of transaction gains and losses associated with assets/liabilities denominated in currencies other than the functional currency of certain subsidiaries. We had FX forward contracts with an aggregate notional amount of $22.9 at December 31, 2024, all of which are scheduled to mature within one year. The fair value of our FX forward contracts was less than $0.1 at December 31, 2024.
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ITEM 8. Financial Statements And Supplementary Data
SPX Technologies, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Index To Consolidated Financial Statements
December 31, 2024
Page
SPX Technologies, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Financial Statements:
Consolidated Balance Sheets as of December 31, 2024 and 2023 55
Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements 59
All schedules are omitted because they are not applicable, not required or because the required information is included in our consolidated financial statements or notes thereto.
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REPORT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
To the stockholders and the Board of Directors of SPX Technologies, Inc.
Opinion on the Financial Statements
We have audited the accompanying consolidated balance sheets of SPX Technologies, Inc. and subsidiaries (the "Company") as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, the related consolidated statements of operations, comprehensive income (loss), stockholders’ equity, and cash flows, for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022, and the related notes (collectively referred to as the "financial statements"). In our opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Company as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, and the results of its operations and its cash flows for each of the three years in the period ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.
We have also audited, in accordance with the standards of the Public Company Accounting Oversight Board (United States) (PCAOB), the Company's internal control over financial reporting as of December 31, 2024, based on criteria established in Internal Control — Integrated Framework (2013) issued by the Committee of Sponsoring Organizations of the Treadway Commission and our report dated February 25, 2025, expressed an unqualified opinion on the Company's internal control over financial reporting.
Basis for Opinion
These financial statements are the responsibility of the Company's management. Our responsibility is to express an opinion on the Company's financial statements based on our audits. We are a public accounting firm registered with the PCAOB and are required to be independent with respect to the Company in accordance with the U.S. federal securities laws and the applicable rules and regulations of the Securities and Exchange Commission and the PCAOB.
We conducted our audits in accordance with the standards of the PCAOB. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement, whether due to error or fraud. Our audits included performing procedures to assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to error or fraud, and performing procedures that respond to those risks. Such procedures included examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements. Our audits also included evaluating the accounting principles used and significant estimates made by management, as well as evaluating the overall presentation of the financial statements. We believe that our audits provide a reasonable basis for our opinion.
Critical Audit Matter
The critical audit matter communicated below is a matter arising from the current-period audit of the financial statements that was communicated or required to be communicated to the audit committee and that (1) relates to accounts or disclosures that are material to the financial statements and (2) involved our especially challenging, subjective, or complex judgments. The communication of critical audit matters does not alter in any way our opinion on the financial statements, taken as a whole, and we are not, by communicating the critical audit matter below, providing a separate opinion on the critical audit matter or on the accounts or disclosures to which it relates.
Acquisitions – Ingénia Technologies Inc. –Valuation of Property, Plant, and Equipment, Technology, Customer Relationships, Trademarks, and Customer Backlog Assets— Refer to Notes 1, 4, and 10 to the financial statements
Critical Audit Matter Description
The assets acquired and liabilities assumed in the Ingénia Technologies Inc. (“Ingénia”) transaction have been recorded at estimates of fair value as determined by management, based on information available and assumptions as to future operations. Of the total assets acquired and liabilities assumed, the Company acquired $73.6 of property, plant, and equipment, which was primarily made up of real and personal property, and $97.9 of intangible assets, including technology of $46.7, customer relationships of $23.5, trademarks of $13.9, and customer backlog of $13.8.
We identified the valuation of the aforementioned real and personal property and intangible assets for the Ingénia acquisition as a critical audit matter because of the significant estimates and assumptions management makes to determine the fair value these assets. This required a high degree of auditor judgment and an increased extent of effort, including the need to involve our fair value specialists when performing audit procedures to evaluate the reasonableness of the valuation methodologies applied to the real and personal property and intangible assets acquired, as well as when performing audit procedures to evaluate the reasonableness of management's forecast of future revenue growth rates and profit margins and the selection of the discount rate
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for the customer relationships, trademarks, and technology intangible assets, the selection of the royalty rate for the trademarks and technology intangible assets, and the estimated replacement costs of the real and personal property acquired.
How the Critical Audit Matter Was Addressed in the Audit
Our audit procedures related to the valuation of the real and personal property and intangible assets acquired as part of the Ingénia acquisition included the following, among others:
•We tested the design and operating effectiveness of controls over management’s purchase price allocation procedures, including controls over the assumptions used in the cost and income approach for Real and Personal Property and Intangible Assets, respectively, and reviewing the work of management's third-party specialists.
•With the assistance of our fair value specialists, and in respect to the Real and Personal Property acquired, we evaluated the reasonableness of the valuation methodology and the cost to replace or reproduce comparable assets and developed a range of independent estimates and compared to those used by management.
•We evaluated management’s ability to accurately forecast projected revenue growth rates and profit margins by comparing actual results to management’s acquisition date forecasts used in the income approach for Intangible Assets.
•We evaluated the reasonableness of management’s forecasts used in the income approach for Intangible Assets by comparing the forecasts to:
–Historical results
–Third-party economic research, industry performance, and peer company performance.
•With the assistance of our fair value specialists, and in respect to the Intangible Assets acquired, we evaluated the reasonableness of the valuation methodology, the discount rates, and the royalty rates by performing certain procedures, that included:
–Testing the source information underlying the determination of the discount rate and royalty rate and the mathematical accuracy of the calculation
–Developing a range of independent estimates and comparing those to the discount rate and royalty rate selected by management.
/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Charlotte, North Carolina
February 25, 2025
We have served as the Company’s auditor since 2002.
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SPX Technologies, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Operations
(in millions, except per share amounts)
Year ended December 31,
Costs and expenses:
Impairment of goodwill and intangible assets — — 13.4
Special charges, net 3.6 0.8 0.4
Other operating expense, net 8.4 9.0 74.9
Loss on amendment/refinancing of senior credit agreement — — (1.1)
Income from continuing operations before income taxes 255.4 186.3 27.1
Income (loss) from discontinued operations, net of tax — — —
Loss on disposition of discontinued operations, net of tax (1.3) (54.8) (19.6)
Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax (1.3) (54.8) (19.6)
Basic income per share of common stock:
Income from continuing operations $ 4.37 $ 3.18 $ 0.44
Loss from discontinued operations (0.03) (1.21) (0.44)
Net income per share $ 4.34 $ 1.97 $ —
Diluted income per share of common stock:
Income from continuing operations $ 4.29 $ 3.10 $ 0.43
Loss from discontinued operations (0.03) (1.17) (0.43)
Net income per share $ 4.26 $ 1.93 $ —
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements.
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SPX Technologies, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss)
(in millions)
Year ended December 31,
Other comprehensive income (loss), net:
Foreign currency translation adjustments (32.1) 11.9 (13.6)
Other comprehensive income (loss), net (37.5) 3.6 (6.4)
Total comprehensive income (loss) $ 163.0 $ 93.5 $ (6.2)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements.
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SPX Technologies, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(in millions, except share data)
ASSETS
Current assets:
Property, plant and equipment:
Buildings and leasehold improvements 113.3 73.4
Property, plant and equipment, net 218.0 140.5
Deferred income taxes 2.4 4.0
LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Income taxes payable 19.4 5.3
Current maturities of long-term debt 27.6 17.3
Deferred and other income taxes 97.8 77.0
Liabilities of DBT and Heat Transfer (Note 4) 12.8 39.7
Commitments and contingent liabilities (Note 15)
Stockholders' equity:
Accumulated other comprehensive income 223.6 261.1
TOTAL LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY $ 2,714.5 $ 2,439.7
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements.
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SPX Technologies, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity
(in millions)
Net income — — 0.2 — — 0.2
Other comprehensive loss, net — — — (6.4) — (6.4)
Incentive plan activity — 12.6 — — — 12.6
Long-term incentive compensation expense — 10.9 — — — 10.9
Restricted stock unit vesting — (19.4) — — 12.1 (7.3)
Common stock repurchases — — — — (33.7) (33.7)
Other comprehensive income, net — — — 3.6 — 3.6
Incentive plan activity — 13.8 — — — 13.8
Long-term incentive compensation expense — 13.4 — — — 13.4
Restricted stock unit vesting — (11.9) — — 6.6 (5.3)
Other comprehensive loss, net — — — (37.5) — (37.5)
Incentive plan activity — 21.1 — — — 21.1
Long-term incentive compensation expense — 15.0 — — — 15.0
Restricted stock unit vesting — (16.2) — — 6.9 (9.3)
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements.
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SPX Technologies, Inc. and Subsidiaries
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(in millions)
Year ended December 31,
Cash flows from (used in) operating activities:
Less: Loss from discontinued operations, net of tax (1.3) (54.8) (19.6)
Loss on divestiture of asbestos-related assets and liabilities — — 73.9
Special charges, net 3.6 0.8 0.4
(Gain) loss on change in fair value of equity security 4.2 (3.6) 3.0
Loss on amendment/refinancing of senior credit agreement — — 1.1
Impairment of goodwill and intangible assets — — 13.4
Deferred and other income taxes (15.1) (25.2) (21.4)
Pension and other employee benefits 15.4 22.0 3.4
Long-term incentive compensation 15.0 13.4 10.9
Contribution to divest asbestos-related assets and liabilities — — (138.8)
Accounts receivable and other assets 2.1 30.6 (0.3)
Accounts payable, accrued expenses and other (4.3) 7.0 (73.7)
Cash spending on restructuring actions (1.6) (0.1) (0.4)
Net cash from (used in) continuing operations 313.1 243.8 (115.2)
Net cash used in discontinued operations (27.2) (35.3) (21.6)
Net cash from (used in) operating activities 285.9 208.5 (136.8)
Cash flows from (used in) investing activities:
Proceeds from asset sales and other, net 3.6 — —
Business acquisitions, net of cash acquired (292.0) (547.0) (40.0)
Net cash used in continuing operations (284.5) (570.2) (52.2)
Net cash used in discontinued operations — — (13.9)
Net cash used in investing activities (284.5) (570.2) (66.1)
Cash flows from (used in) financing activities:
Repayments under senior credit facilities (321.8) (572.5) (243.7)
Borrowings under trade receivables agreement 272.0 178.0 —
Repayments under trade receivables agreement (279.0) (162.0) —
Net repayments under other financing arrangements (1.2) (0.4) (0.8)
Payment of contingent consideration — — (1.3)
Repurchases of common stock — — (33.7)
Financing fees paid (2.6) (1.3) (1.9)
Net cash from (used in) continuing operations 53.1 309.6 (39.9)
Net cash from discontinued operations — — 1.0
Net cash from (used in) financing activities 53.1 309.6 (38.9)
Net change in cash and equivalents 56.5 (52.2) (238.9)
Consolidated cash and equivalents, beginning of period 104.9 157.1 396.0
Consolidated cash and equivalents, end of period $ 161.4 $ 104.9 $ 157.1
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Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information:
Non-cash investing and financing activity:
Debt assumed $ 1.1 $ 0.3 $ —
Year ended December 31,
Components of cash and equivalents:
Cash and equivalents included in assets of DBT and Heat Transfer 4.5 5.5 9.3
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these statements.
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Notes to Consolidated Financial Statements
December 31, 2024
(All currency and share amounts are in millions, except per share and par value data)
(1) Basis of Presentation and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Our significant accounting policies are described below, as well as in other Notes that follow. Unless otherwise indicated, amounts provided in these Notes pertain to continuing operations only (see Note 4 for information on discontinued operations).
Merger and Consummation of Holding Company Reorganization — As of August 15, 2022, SPX Technologies, Inc. (“SPX”, “our”, “we”, or the “Company”) is the successor registrant pursuant to Rule 12g-3(a) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, to SPX Corporation (“Legacy SPX”) as a result of the completion on August 15, 2022 of a holding company reorganization (the “Holding Company Reorganization”) effected as a merger of Legacy SPX with and into SPX Merger, LLC, a subsidiary of the Company. Each share of Legacy SPX’s common stock, par value $0.01 per share, issued and outstanding immediately prior to the consummation of the Holding Company Reorganization was automatically converted into an equivalent corresponding share of the Company's common stock having the same designations, rights, powers and preferences and the qualifications, limitations and restrictions as the corresponding share of Legacy SPX common stock being converted. Accordingly, upon consummation of the Holding Company Reorganization, Legacy SPX stockholders became stockholders of the Company. The terms “SPX,” “we” and “our” include Legacy SPX for periods prior to the consummation of the Holding Company Reorganization as the context requires.
Principles of Consolidation — The consolidated financial statements include our accounts prepared in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States (“GAAP”) after the elimination of intercompany transactions. Investments in unconsolidated companies where we exercise significant influence but do not have control are accounted for using the equity method.In determining whether we are the primary beneficiary of a variable interest entity (“VIE”), we perform a qualitative analysis that considers the design of the VIE, the nature of our involvement and the variable interests held by other parties to determine which party has the power to direct the activities of the VIE that most significantly impact the entity’s economic performance, and which party has the obligation to absorb losses or the right to receive benefits of the entity that could potentially be significant to the VIE. All of our VIEs are immaterial, individually and in aggregate, to our consolidated financial statements.
Shift Away from the Power Generation Markets — Based on a review of our portfolio of businesses, and the belief that a recovery within the power generation markets was unlikely in the foreseeable future, we decided in 2015 that our strategic focus would be on our (i) scalable growth businesses that serve the heating, ventilation and cooling (“HVAC”) and detection and measurement markets and (ii) power transformers and process cooling systems businesses. As a result, we subsequently significantly reduced our exposure to the power generation markets. This reduction included the wind-down of the SPX Heat Transfer Business (“Heat Transfer”), completed during the fourth quarter of 2020, and the wind-down of our South African subsidiary, DBT Technologies (PTY) LTD (“DBT”) in 2021 when we substantially ceased all operations. As a result, we are reporting Heat Transfer and DBT as discontinued operations in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. See Note 4 for additional details regarding Heat Transfer and DBT’s presentation as discontinued operations and Notes 4 and 15 for additional details of DBT’s dispute resolution matters.
Sale of Transformer Solutions Business — On October 1, 2021, we completed the sale of SPX Transformer Solutions, Inc. (“Transformer Solutions”) pursuant to the terms of the Stock Purchase Agreement dated June 8, 2021 with GE-Prolec Transformers, Inc. (the “Purchaser”) and Prolec GE Internacional, S. de R.L. de C.V. Historically, Transformer Solutions’ operations had a significant impact on our consolidated financial results, with revenues totaling approximately 25% of our consolidated revenues. As we no longer have a consequential presence in the power transmission and distribution markets, and given Transformer Solutions' significance to our historical consolidated financial results, we concluded that the sale of Transformer Solutions represents a strategic shift. Accordingly, we have classified the business as a discontinued operation in the accompanying consolidated financial statements. During 2022, we agreed to the final adjustment of the purchase price which resulted in a payment to the Purchaser of $13.9 and an increase to the gain on sale of $0.2 recorded to “Loss on disposition of discontinued operations, net of tax.”
Divestiture of Asbestos Liabilities and Certain Assets — On November 1, 2022, we divested three wholly-owned subsidiaries that hold asbestos liabilities and certain assets, including related insurance assets, to Canvas Holdco LLC (“Canvas”), an entity formed by a joint venture of Global Risk Capital LLC and an affiliate of Premia Holdings Ltd. In connection with the divestiture (the “Asbestos Portfolio Sale”), we contributed $138.8 in cash to the divested subsidiaries, financed with cash on hand; while Canvas made a capital contribution to the divested subsidiaries of $8.0. The divestiture resulted in a loss of $73.9, recorded to “Other operating expense, net,” which includes the write-off of certain deferred income tax assets recorded by the divested subsidiaries. The divested subsidiaries have agreed to indemnify us and our affiliates for their asbestos-related liabilities, which encompassed all of our consolidated asbestos-related liabilities and contingent liabilities
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immediately prior to the divestiture. These indemnification obligations are not subject to any cap or time limitation. As a result of this transaction, all asbestos obligations and liabilities and related insurance assets have been removed from our consolidated balance sheets effective November 12, 2022. The board of managers of the divested subsidiaries each received a solvency opinion from an independent advisory firm that the divested subsidiaries were solvent after giving effect to the Asbestos Portfolio Sale.
The agreement for the Asbestos Portfolio Sale contains customary representations and warranties with respect to the divested subsidiaries, the Company, and Canvas. Pursuant to the agreement, the Company and Canvas will each indemnify the other for breaches of representation and warranties or breaches of covenants, subject to certain limitations as set forth in the agreement. Refer to Note 4 for additional details.
Acquisitions in 2024:
•Ingénia - On February 7, 2024, we completed the acquisition of Ingénia Technologies Inc. (“Ingénia”) which specializes in the design and manufacture of custom air handling units that demand high levels of precision and reliability in healthcare, pharmaceutical, education, food processing and industrial end markets. We purchased Ingénia for cash consideration of $292.0, net of (i) an adjustment to the purchase price of $2.1 received during 2024 related to acquired working capital and (ii) cash acquired of $1.5. The post-acquisition results of Ingénia are reflected within our HVAC reportable segment.
Acquisitions in 2023:
•TAMCO - On April 3, 2023, we completed the acquisition of T. A. Morrison & Co. Inc. (“TAMCO”), a market leader in motorized and non-motorized dampers that control airflow in large-scale specialty applications in commercial, industrial, and institutional markets. We purchased TAMCO for cash consideration of $125.5, inclusive of an adjustment to the purchase price of $0.2 paid during 2023 related to acquired working capital, and net of cash acquired of $1.0. The post-acquisition operating results of TAMCO are reflected within our HVAC reportable segment.
•ASPEQ - On June 2, 2023, we completed the acquisition of ASPEQ Heating Group (“ASPEQ”), a leading provider of electrical heating solutions to customers in industrial and commercial markets. We purchased ASPEQ for cash consideration of $421.5, net of (i) an adjustment to the purchase price of $0.3 received during 2023 related to acquired working capital and (ii) cash acquired of $0.9. The post-acquisition operating results of ASPEQ are reflected within our HVAC reportable segment.
Acquisitions in 2022:
•ITL - On March 31, 2022, we completed the acquisition of International Tower Lighting, LLC (“ITL”), a leader in the design and manufacture of highly-engineered aids to navigation systems, including obstruction lighting for telecommunications towers, wind turbines and numerous other terrestrial obstructions. We purchased ITL for cash proceeds of $40.4, net of (i) an adjustment to the purchase price received during 2022 of $1.4 related to acquired working capital and (ii) cash acquired of $1.1. The post-acquisition operating results of ITL are reflected within our Detection and Measurement reportable segment.
Foreign Currency Translation and Transactions — The financial statements of our foreign subsidiaries are translated into U.S. dollars in accordance with the Foreign Currency Matters Topic of the Financial Accounting Standards Board Codification (“Codification”). Gains and losses on foreign currency translations are reflected as a separate component of stockholders' equity and other comprehensive income/loss. Foreign currency transaction gains and losses, as well as gains and losses related to foreign currency forward contracts, are included in “Other expense, net,” with the related net gains (losses) totaling $0.8, $(0.9), and $(1.1) in 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively.
Cash Equivalents — We consider highly liquid money market investments with original maturities of three months or less at the date of purchase to be cash equivalents.
Revenue Recognition — We recognize revenue in accordance with Accounting Standards Codification (“ASC”) 606. See Note 5 for our policy for recognizing revenue under, as well as the various other disclosures required by, ASC 606.
Research and Development Costs — We expense research and development costs as incurred. We charge costs incurred in the research and development of new software included in products to expense until technological feasibility is established. After technological feasibility is established, additional eligible costs are capitalized until the product is available for general release. We amortize these costs over the economic lives of the related products and include the amortization in cost of products sold.
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We perform periodic reviews of the recoverability of these capitalized software costs. If, and at the time, we determine that capitalized amounts are not recoverable based on the estimated cash flows to be generated from the applicable software, we write off any unrecoverable capitalized amounts. Capitalized software, net of amortization, totaled $3.6 and $3.1 as of December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively. Capitalized software amortization expense totaled $0.4, $0.1, and $0.1 in 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively. We expensed research activities relating to the development and improvement of our products of $45.9, $43.2, and $39.1 in 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively.
Property, Plant and Equipment — Property, plant and equipment (“PP&E”) is stated at cost, less accumulated depreciation. We use the straight-line method for computing depreciation expense over the useful lives of PP&E, which do not exceed 40 years for buildings and range from 3 to 15 years for machinery and equipment. Depreciation expense, including amortization of finance leases, was $26.7, $19.2, and $17.8 for the years ended December 31, 2024, 2023, and 2022, respectively. Leasehold improvements are amortized over the life of the related asset or the life of the lease, whichever is shorter. Interest is capitalized on significant construction or installation projects. Nointerest was capitalized during 2024, 2023, or 2022.
Pension and Postretirement — We recognize changes in the fair value of plan assets and actuarial gains and losses in earnings during the fourth quarter of each year, unless earlier remeasurement is required, as a component of net periodic benefit expense/income and, accordingly, recognize the effects of plan investment performance, interest rate changes, and changes in actuarial assumptions as a component of earnings in the year in which they occur. The remaining components of pension/postretirement expense/income, primarily interest costs and expected return on plan assets, are recorded on a quarterly basis.
Company-owned Life Insurance Policies — The Company has investments in company-owned life insurance (“COLI”) policies, which are recorded at their cash surrender value at each balance sheet date. Changes in the cash surrender value during the period are recorded within “Other expense, net” within our consolidated statements of operations. The Company has the ability to borrow against a portion of its investments in the COLI policies as an additional source of liquidity. During 2024, the Company borrowed $41.2 against the cash surrender value of these COLI policies. Such borrowings were primarily used to pay down amounts payable under the revolving credit facility. The amounts borrowed incur interest at a weighted-average rate of 5.3%. The cash surrender value of the Company’s investments in COLI assets, net of aforementioned borrowing, was $36.2 and $76.7 at December 31, 2024 and 2023, respectively, recorded in “Other assets” on the consolidated balance sheets.
Income Taxes — We account for income taxes based on the requirements of the Income Taxes Topic of the Codification, which includes an estimate of the amount of taxes payable or refundable for the current year and deferred tax liabilities and assets for the future tax consequences of events that have been recognized in our consolidated financial statements or tax returns. Deferred income taxes reflect the net tax effects of temporary differences between the carrying amounts of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and the amounts used for income tax purposes. We periodically assess the realizability of deferred tax assets and the adequacy of deferred tax liabilities, including the results of local, state, federal or foreign statutory tax audits or estimates and judgments used.
Derivative Financial Instruments — We use foreign currency forward contracts to manage our exposures to fluctuating currency exchange rates and interest rate protection agreements to manage our exposures to fluctuating interest rate risk on variable rate debt. Derivatives are recorded on the balance sheet and measured at fair value. For derivatives designated as hedges of the fair value of assets or liabilities, the changes in fair values of both the derivatives and the hedged items are recorded in current earnings. For derivatives designated as cash flow hedges, the change in fair value of the derivatives is recorded in accumulated other comprehensive income (“AOCI”) and subsequently recognized in earnings when the forecasted transaction impacts earnings. We do not enter into financial instruments for speculative or trading purposes.
For those transactions that are designated as cash flow hedges, we document our hedge relationship, including identification of the hedging instruments and the hedged items, as well as our risk management objectives and strategies for undertaking the hedge transaction. We also assess, both at inception and quarterly thereafter, whether such derivatives are highly effective in offsetting changes in the fair value of the hedged item. See Notes 14 and 17 for further information.
Cash flows from hedging activities are included in the same category as the items being hedged, which are primarily operating activities.
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(2) Use of Estimates
The preparation of our consolidated financial statements in conformity with GAAP requires us to make estimates and assumptions. These estimates and assumptions affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, the disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the consolidated financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. We evaluate these estimates and judgments on an ongoing basis and base our estimates on experience, current and expected future conditions, third-party evaluations and various other assumptions that we believe are reasonable under the circumstances. The results of these estimates form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities as well as identifying and assessing the accounting treatment with respect to commitments and contingencies. Actual results may differ from the estimates and assumptions used in the consolidated financial statements and related notes.
Listed below are certain significant estimates and assumptions used in the preparation of our consolidated financial statements. Certain other estimates and assumptions are further explained in the related notes.
Accounts Receivable Allowances — We provide allowances for expected losses on uncollectible accounts based on our historical experience, current and future economic and market conditions, and the evaluation of the likelihood of success in collecting specific customer receivables. In addition, we maintain allowances for customer returns, discounts and invoice pricing discrepancies, with such allowances primarily based on historical experience.Summarized below is the activity for these allowance accounts.
Year ended December 31,
Balance at beginning of year $ 11.5 $ 10.4 $ 10.4
Write-offs, net of recoveries, credits issued and other (15.8) (17.3) (18.0)
Inventory — We estimate losses for excess and/or obsolete inventory and the net realizable value of inventory based on the aging and historical utilization of the inventory and the evaluation of the likelihood of recovering the inventory costs based on anticipated demand and selling price.
Acquisitions — We record acquisitions that meet the definition of a business combination using the acquisition method of accounting. We include the operating results of acquired entities from their respective dates of acquisition and recognize and measure the identifiable assets acquired, liabilities assumed, including contingent consideration as of the acquisition date, at fair value. The excess, if any, of total consideration transferred in a business combination over the fair value of identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed is recognized as goodwill. Costs incurred as a result of a business combination, other than costs related to the issuance of debt or equity securities, are recorded in the period the costs are incurred. Additionally, at each reporting period, contingent consideration is remeasured to fair value, with changes recorded in “Other operating expense, net” within our consolidated statements of operations.
Long-Lived Assets and Intangible Assets Subject to Amortization — We continually review whether events and circumstances subsequent to the acquisition of any long-lived assets, including intangible assets subject to amortization, have occurred that indicate the remaining estimated useful lives of those assets may warrant revision or that the remaining balance of those assets may not be fully recoverable. If events and circumstances indicate that the long-lived assets should be reviewed for possible impairment, we use projections to assess whether future cash flows on an undiscounted basis related to the assets are likely to exceed the related carrying amount. We will record an impairment charge to the extent the carrying value of the assets exceed their fair values as determined by valuation techniques appropriate in the circumstances.
In determining the estimated useful lives of definite-lived intangible assets, we consider the nature, competitive position, life cycle position, and historical and expected future cash flows of each acquired asset, as well as our commitment to support these assets through continued investment and legal infringement protection. Definite-lived intangible assets such as customer relationships, technology and other intangible assets with finite useful lives are amortized on a straight-line basis over their estimated economic lives. The weighted-average remaining useful lives approximate the following as of December 31, 2024.
Technology 10 years
Customer relationships 9 years
Other 6 years
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