Orbital Infrastructure (OIGBQ) 10-Q 9 Aug 17 2017 Q2 Quarterly report Financial data

Document And Entity Information

Document And Entity Information - shares	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Aug. 07, 2017
Document Information [Line Items]
Document Type	10-Q
Amendment Flag	false
Document Period End Date	Jun. 30, 2017
Document Fiscal Year Focus	2,017
Document Fiscal Period Focus	Q2
Entity Registrant Name	CUI Global, Inc.
Entity Central Index Key	1,108,967
Current Fiscal Year End Date	--12-31
Entity Filer Category	Accelerated Filer
Trading Symbol	CUI
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding		20,995,916

Condensed Consolidated Balance

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 1,787	$ 4,617
Trade accounts receivable, net of allowance of $98 and $151, respectively	11,656	9,375
Inventories, net of allowance of $965 and $774, respectively	13,822	13,202
Costs in excess of billings	1,647	2,735
Prepaid expenses and other	1,047	2,174
Total current assets	29,959	32,103
Property and equipment, less accumulated depreciation of $3,818 and $3,299, respectively	11,237	10,952
Goodwill	20,512	20,125
Other intangible assets, less accumulated amortization of $10,744 and $9,438, respectively	15,959	16,201
Note receivable, less current portion	327	362
Deposits and other assets	1,712	100
Total assets	79,706	79,843
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable	5,901	6,170
Line of credit	1,066	0
Mortgage note payable, current portion	91	89
Capital lease obligation, current portion	4	28
Accrued expenses	5,053	4,542
Billings in excess of costs	3,623	1,977
Unearned revenue	6,352	4,932
Total current liabilities	22,090	17,738
Long term mortgage note payable, less current portion	3,303	3,350
Long term note payable, related party	5,304	5,304
Capital lease obligation, less current portion	11	12
Derivative liability	432	467
Deferred tax liabilities	3,681	4,120
Other long-term liabilities	125	217
Total liabilities	34,946	31,208
Commitments and contingencies
Stockholders' Equity:
Preferred stock, par value $0.001; 10,000,000 shares authorized; no shares issued at June 30, 2017 or December 31, 2016	0	0
Common stock, par value $0.001; 325,000,000 shares authorized; 20,980,720 shares issued and outstanding at June 30, 2017 and 20,916,848 shares issued and outstanding at December 31, 2016	21	21
Additional paid-in capital	150,521	150,174
Accumulated deficit	(101,392)	(95,970)
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	(4,390)	(5,590)
Total stockholders' equity	44,760	48,635
Total liabilities and stockholders' equity	$ 79,706	$ 79,843

Condensed Consolidated Balance3

Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Trade accounts receivable, allowance	$ 98	$ 151
Inventory allowance	965	774
Accumulated Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization, Property, Plant, and Equipment	3,818	3,299
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Accumulated Amortization	$ 10,744	$ 9,438
Preferred stock, par value	$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Preferred stock, shares authorized	10,000,000	10,000,000
Preferred stock, shares issued	0	0
Common stock, par value	$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Common stock, shares authorized	325,000,000	325,000,000
Common stock, shares issued	20,980,720	20,916,848
Common stock, shares outstanding	20,980,720	20,916,848

Condensed Consolidated Statemen

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Revenues:
Total revenues	$ 22,500	$ 23,140	$ 40,345	$ 43,802
Cost of revenues	14,276	13,983	26,437	26,609
Gross profit	8,224	9,157	13,908	17,193
Operating expenses:
Selling, general and administrative	8,712	9,009	17,268	18,247
Depreciation and amortization	564	616	1,115	1,225
Research and development	614	527	1,224	1,032
Provision (credit) for bad debt	(23)	42	(51)	49
Other operating expenses	7	0	12	0
Total operating expenses	9,874	10,194	19,568	20,553
Loss from operations	(1,650)	(1,037)	(5,660)	(3,360)
Other income (expense)	46	(195)	92	(271)
Interest expense	(121)	(121)	(237)	(245)
Loss before taxes	(1,725)	(1,353)	(5,805)	(3,876)
Income tax expense (benefit)	(157)	128	(383)	273
Net loss	$ (1,568)	$ (1,481)	$ (5,422)	$ (4,149)
Basic and diluted weighted average common shares outstanding (in shares)	20,967,957	20,889,052	20,958,656	20,883,800
Basic and diluted loss per common share (in dollars per share)	$ (0.07)	$ (0.07)	$ (0.26)	$ (0.20)

Condensed Consolidated Stateme5

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income and Loss - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Net loss	$ (1,568)	$ (1,481)	$ (5,422)	$ (4,149)
Other comprehensive income (loss)
Foreign currency translation adjustment	911	(1,602)	1,200	(2,101)
Comprehensive loss	$ (657)	$ (3,083)	$ (4,222)	$ (6,250)

Condensed Consolidated Stateme6

Condensed Consolidated Statement of Changes in Stockholders' Equity - 6 months ended Jun. 30, 2017 - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Total	Common Stock	Additional Paid-in Capital	Accumulated Deficit	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)
Balance at Dec. 31, 2016	$ 48,635	$ 21	$ 150,174	$ (95,970)	$ (5,590)
Balance (in shares) at Dec. 31, 2016		20,916,848
Common stock issued for exercises of options	0	$ 0	0	0	0
Common stock issued for exercises of options (in shares)		245
Common stock issued for compensation, services, and royalty payments	347	$ 0	347	0	0
Common stock issued for compensation, services, and royalty payments (in shares)		63,627
Net loss for the period ended June 30, 2017	(5,422)	$ 0	0	(5,422)	0
Other comprehensive income	1,200	0	0	0	1,200
Balance at Jun. 30, 2017	$ 44,760	$ 21	$ 150,521	$ (101,392)	$ (4,390)
Balance (in shares) at Jun. 30, 2017		20,980,720

Condensed Consolidated Stateme7

Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - USD ($) $ in Thousands	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
CASH FLOWS FROM OPERATING ACTIVITIES:
Net loss	$ (5,422)	$ (4,149)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash used in operating activities:
Depreciation	482	468
Amortization of intangibles	945	969
Stock and options issued and stock to be issued for compensation, royalties and services	204	841
Unrealized (gain) loss on derivative liability	(35)	146
Provision for (credit to) bad debt expense and returns allowances	(51)	44
Deferred income taxes	(490)	(43)
Inventory reserve	173	136
Non-cash unrealized foreign currency (gains)/losses	(98)	185
Impairment of intangible assets	3	0
Loss on disposal of assets	9	0
(Increase) decrease in operating assets:
Trade accounts receivable	(2,039)	1,672
Inventory	(570)	(553)
Costs in excess of billings	1,175	(985)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	(283)	583
Deposits and other assets	(27)	(39)
Increase (decrease) in operating liabilities:
Accounts payable	(391)	(293)
Accrued expenses	523	(612)
Unearned revenue	1,358	843
Billings in excess of costs	1,505	517
NET CASH USED IN OPERATING ACTIVITIES	(3,029)	(270)
CASH FLOWS FROM INVESTING ACTIVITIES:
Purchase of property and equipment	(473)	(329)
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment	2	0
Investments in other intangible assets	(339)	(442)
Proceeds from notes receivable	19	0
NET CASH USED IN INVESTING ACTIVITIES	(791)	(771)
CASH FLOWS FROM FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Proceeds from line of credit	9,530	0
Payments on line of credit	(8,464)	0
Payments on capital lease obligations	(25)	(11)
Payments on mortgage note payable	(45)	(43)
Payments on contingent consideration	(61)	(59)
NET CASH PROVIDED BY (USED IN) FINANCING ACTIVITIES	935	(113)
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash	55	(90)
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents	(2,830)	(1,244)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period	4,617	7,267
CASH AND CASH EQUIVALENTS AT END OF PERIOD	1,787	6,023
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF CASH FLOW INFORMATION:
Income taxes paid	93	137
Interest paid, net of capitalized interest	238	247
SUPPLEMENTAL DISCLOSURE OF NON-CASH INVESTING AND FINANCING ACTIVITIES:
Common stock issued and to be issued for royalties payable pursuant to product agreements, related party	8	31
Common stock issued and to be issued for consulting services and compensation in common stock	339	583
Exchange of investment in TPI in return for note receivable (note 4)	0	385
Partial settlement of note receivable via offset against royalty payable netted with (increase) to note receivable from accrued interest.	(6)	22
Accrued property and equipment purchases	74	19
Accrued investment in other intangible assets	$ 60	$ 87

NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND BASIS

NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION	1. NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION CUI Global Inc. (CUI Global) is a platform company composed of two The Power and Electromechanical segment is made up of the wholly owned subsidiaries: CUI, Inc. (CUI), based in Tualatin, Oregon; CUI Japan, based in Tokyo, Japan; CUI-Canada, based in Toronto, Canada; and the entity holding the corporate building, CUI Properties. All three The Power and Electromechanical segment defines its product offerings into two The Company’s Energy segment is made up of the Orbital Gas Systems Ltd subsidiary (Orbital-UK) and the Orbital Gas Systems, North America, Inc. subsidiary, collectively referred to as "Orbital." This business segment was formed when in April 2013, CUI Global acquired 100 The Other category represents the remaining activities that are not included as part of the other reportable segments and primarily represents corporate activity. The accompanying interim unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America and the rules and regulations of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission for interim financial information, which includes condensed consolidated financial statements. Accordingly, they do not include all the information and notes necessary for a comprehensive presentation of financial position and results of operations and should be read in conjunction with the Company's Annual Report, Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016. It is management's opinion that all material adjustments (consisting of normal recurring adjustments) have been made, which are necessary for a fair financial statement presentation. Significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. The results for the interim period are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the year ending December 31, 2017. Use of Estimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Significant estimates include estimates used to review the Company’s goodwill, impairments and estimations of long-lived assets, impairment of prepaid royalties, revenue recognition on percentage of completion type contracts, allowances for uncollectible accounts, inventory valuation, warranty reserves, valuations of non-cash capital stock issuances and the valuation allowance on deferred tax assets. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable in the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions. Immaterial revision was made to the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows: for the six months ended June 30, 2016, $ 185

INVENTORIES

INVENTORIES	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
INVENTORIES	2. INVENTORIES 1.4 (in thousands) June 30, December 31, 2017 2016 Finished goods $ 10,409 $ 9,684 Raw materials 3,353 3,357 Work-in-process 1,025 935 Inventory reserves (965) (774) Total inventories $ 13,822 $ 13,202

PREPAID EXPENSES, DEPOSITS AND

PREPAID EXPENSES, DEPOSITS AND OTHER	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Deferred Costs, Capitalized, Prepaid, and Other Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
PREPAID EXPENSES, DEPOSITS AND OTHER	3. PREPAID EXPENSES, DEPOSITS AND OTHER (in thousands) June 30, December 31, 2017 2016 Prepaid expenses and other $ 1,047 $ 2,174 Deposits and other assets $ 1,712 $ 100 During the second quarter of 2017, prepaid royalties in the amount of $1.6 million were transferred to long-term and included in Deposits and other assets as of June 30, 2017 due to a change in the estimated period of when those prepayments will be amortized based upon management’s assessment of future GasPT sales.

GOODWILL AND INDEFINITE-LIVED I

GOODWILL AND INDEFINITE-LIVED INTANGIBLES	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
GOODWILL AND INDEFINITE-LIVED INTANGIBLES	4. GOODWILL AND INDEFINITE-LIVED INTANGIBLES The Company tests for impairment of other indefinite-lived intangible assets in the second quarter of each year and when events or circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of the intangible assets exceed their fair value and may not be recoverable. The Company performed a qualitative assessment of impairment for other indefinite-lived intangible assets at May 31, 2017 following the guidance in ASC 350-30-35-18A and 18B and determined there to be no impairment. Other Indefinite-lived intangibles were $ 7.3 The Company also tests for impairment of Goodwill in the second quarter of each year and when events or circumstances indicate that the carrying amount of Goodwill exceeds its fair value and may not be recoverable. As detailed in ASC 350-20-35-3A, in performing its testing for impairment of goodwill as of May 31, 2017, management completes a qualitative analysis to determine whether it was more likely than not that the fair value of a reporting unit is less than its carrying amount, including goodwill. Periodically, as was done at May 31, 2016, the Company also prepares a quantitative analysis in addition to the qualitative one. To complete the qualitative review, management follows the steps in ASC 350-20-35-3C to evaluate the fair values of the goodwill and considers all known events and circumstances that might trigger an impairment of goodwill. Through these reviews, management concluded that there were no events or circumstances that triggered an impairment (and there was no expectation that a reporting unit or a significant portion of a reporting unit would be sold or otherwise disposed of in the following year). (in thousands) Power and Energy Other Total Balance, December 31, 2016 $ 13,083 $ 7,042 $ — $ 20,125 Currency translation adjustments 7 380 — 387 Balance, June 30, 2017 $ 13,090 $ 7,422 $ — $ 20,512

INVESTMENT AND NOTE RECEIVABLE

INVESTMENT AND NOTE RECEIVABLE	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Investments And Notes Receivable [Abstract]
INVESTMENT AND NOTE RECEIVABLE	5. INVESTMENT AND NOTE RECEIVABLE During the three months ended March 31, 2016, CUI Global's 8.5 0.4 5 4 5 9 10 19

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Derivative Instruments and Hedging Activities Disclosure [Abstract]
DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS	6. DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS The Company uses various derivative instruments including forward currency contracts, and interest rate swaps to manage certain exposures. These instruments are entered into under the Company’s corporate risk management policy to minimize exposure and are not for speculative trading purposes. The Company recognizes all derivatives as either assets or liabilities in the condensed consolidated balance sheet and measures those instruments at fair value. Changes in the fair value of derivatives are recognized in earnings. For additional information on fair value of derivatives, see Note 10, “Investments and Fair Value Measurements,” of these condensed consolidated financial statements. The Company has limited involvement with derivative instruments and does not trade them. The Company has entered into one 2 35 Embedded Derivative Liabilities The Company evaluates embedded conversion features pursuant to FASB Accounting Standards Codification No. 815 (“FASB ASC 815”), “Derivatives and Hedging,” which requires a periodic valuation of the fair value of derivative instruments and a corresponding recognition of liabilities associated with such derivatives.

STOCK-BASED PAYMENTS FOR COMPEN

STOCK-BASED PAYMENTS FOR COMPENSATION, SERVICES AND ROYALTIES	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
STOCK-BASED PAYMENTS FOR COMPENSATION, SERVICES AND ROYALTIES	7. STOCK-BASED PAYMENTS FOR COMPENSATION, SERVICES AND ROYALTIES The Company records its stock-based compensation expense under its stock option plans and the Company also issues stock for services and royalties. A detailed description of the awards under these plans and the respective accounting treatment is included in the “Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements” included in the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016. The Company did not grant any stock options in the three and six months ended June 30, 2017. For the three and six months ended June 30, 2017, the Company recorded stock-based expense of $ 113 0.2 0.6 0.8

SEGMENT REPORTING

SEGMENT REPORTING	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
SEGMENT REPORTING	8. SEGMENT REPORTING Operating segments are defined in accordance with ASC 280-10 as components of an enterprise for which separate financial information is available that is evaluated regularly by the chief operating decision maker, or decision making group, in deciding how to allocate resources and in assessing performance. The measurement basis of segment profit or loss is income (loss) from operations. Management has identified six operating segments based on the activities of the Company in accordance with the ASC 280-10. These operating segments have been aggregated into two reportable segments, and an Other category. The two reportable segments are Power and Electromechanical and Energy. The Power and Electromechanical segment is focused on the operations of CUI, CUI-Canada and CUI Japan for the sale of internal and external power supplies and related components, industrial controls and test and measurement devices. The Power and Electromechanical segment also includes CUI Properties, LLC that owns the Company's Tualatin, Oregon facility. The Energy segment is focused on the operations of Orbital Gas Systems Ltd. and Orbital Gas Systems, North America, Inc. which includes gas related test and measurement systems, including the GasPT. The Other category represents the remaining activities that are not included as part of the other reportable segments and represents primarily corporate activity. During the three months ended June 30, 2017, the Company’s total revenues consisted of 81 19 67 33 During the six months ended June 30, 2017, the Company’s total revenues consisted of 79 21 65 35 (in thousands) Power and Energy Other Total Revenues from external customers $ 18,180 $ 4,320 $ — $ 22,500 Depreciation and amortization (1) 394 333 — 727 Interest expense 59 1 61 121 Profit (loss) from operations 1,629 (2,001) (1,278) (1,650) Segment assets 49,385 29,973 348 79,706 Other intangible assets, net 9,093 6,866 — 15,959 Goodwill 13,090 7,422 — 20,512 Expenditures for long-lived assets (2) 425 118 — 543 The following information represents segment activity for the six months ended June 30, 2017 and selected balance sheet items as of June 30, 2017: (in thousands) Power and Energy Other Total Revenues from external customers $ 31,842 $ 8,503 $ — $ 40,345 Depreciation and amortization (1) 775 652 — 1,427 Interest expense 113 1 123 237 Profit (loss) from operations 1,095 (4,265) (2,490) (5,660) Segment assets 49,385 29,973 348 79,706 Other intangible assets, net 9,093 6,866 — 15,959 Goodwill 13,090 7,422 — 20,512 Expenditures for long-lived assets (2) 629 183 — 812 (1) 163 312 (2) The following information represents segment activity for the three months ended June 30, 2016 and selected balance sheet items as of June 30, 2016: (in thousands) Power and Energy Other Total Revenues from external customers $ 15,399 $ 7,741 $ — $ 23,140 Depreciation and amortization (1) 357 372 1 730 Interest expense 55 — 66 121 Profit (loss) from operations 563 (185) (1,415) (1,037) Segment assets 50,588 33,905 808 85,301 Other intangibles assets, net 9,553 7,964 — 17,517 Goodwill 13,100 7,644 — 20,744 Expenditures for segment assets (2) 207 180 — 387 The following information represents segment activity for the six months ended June 30, 2016 and selected balance sheet items as of June 30, 2016: (in thousands) Power and Energy Other Total Revenues from external customers $ 28,451 $ 15,351 $ — $ 43,802 Depreciation and amortization (1) 691 744 2 1,437 Interest expense 110 2 133 245 Profit (loss) from operations 225 (279) (3,306) (3,360) Segment assets 50,588 33,905 808 85,301 Other intangibles assets, net 9,553 7,964 — 17,517 Goodwill 13,100 7,644 — 20,744 Expenditures for segment assets (2) 481 290 — 771 (1) 114 212 (2) (dollars in thousands) For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2017 2016 Amount % Amount % USA $ 14,465 64 % $ 11,286 49 % United Kingdom 3,717 17 % 4,843 21 % All Others 4,318 19 % 7,011 30 % Total $ 22,500 100 % $ 23,140 100 % (dollars in thousands) For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2017 2016 Amount % Amount % USA $ 24,578 61 % $ 21,854 50 % United Kingdom 6,800 17 % 9,448 22 % All Others 8,967 22 % 12,500 28 % Total $ 40,345 100 % $ 43,802 100 %

RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENT

RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
New Accounting Pronouncements and Changes in Accounting Principles [Abstract]
RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS	9. RECENT ACCOUNTING PRONOUNCEMENTS In January 2017, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update ("ASU") No. 2017-04, Intangibles - Goodwill and Other (Topic 350): Simplifying the Test for Goodwill Impairment The Company is required to adopt ASU 2017-04 for its annual or any interim goodwill impairment tests in fiscal years beginning after December 15, 2019 and may early adopt as early as its first annual or interim impairment testing date following January 1, 2017. The Company has elected to early adopt the amendments of this standard effective with its May 31, 2017 goodwill impairment test. The early adoption of this standard did not impact the Company’s financial condition, results of operations, and cash flows. In August 2016, the FASB issued Accounting Standards Update (“ASU”) No. 2016-15, Statement of Cash Flows (Topic 230): Classification of Certain Cash Receipts and Cash Payments In June 2016, the FASB issued ASU No. 2016-13, Financial Instruments – Credit Losses (Topic 326): Measurement of Credit Losses on Financial Instruments In February 2016, The FASB issued ASU No. 2016-02, Leases (Topic 842) In July 2015, the FASB issued ASU No. 2015-11, “ Simplifying the Measurement of Inventory In May 2014, the Financial Accounting Standards Board (“FASB”) issued ASU No. 2014-09, “ Revenue from Contracts with Customers

INVESTMENTS AND FAIR VALUE MEAS

INVESTMENTS AND FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
INVESTMENTS AND FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS	10. INVESTMENTS AND FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS (in thousands) June 30, 2017 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Money market securities $ 16 $ — $ — $ 16 Total assets $ 16 $ — $ — $ 16 Derivative instrument payable $ — $ 432 $ — $ 432 Contingent consideration — — 42 42 Total liabilities $ — $ 432 $ 42 $ 474 December 31, 2016 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Money market securities $ 16 $ — $ — $ 16 Total assets $ 16 $ — $ — $ 16 Derivative instrument payable $ — $ 467 $ — $ 467 Contingent consideration — — 103 103 Total liabilities $ — $ 467 $ 103 $ 570 Fair Value Measurements Using Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) (in thousands) Contingent Balance at December 31, 2016 $ 103 Payments (61) Quarterly fair value adjustments — Balance at June 30, 2017 $ 42 There were no transfers between Level 3 and Level 2 in 2017 as determined at the end of the reporting period. The contingent consideration liability is associated with the acquisition of Tectrol in March 2015 and represents the present value of the expected future contingent payment based on revenue projections of select Tectrol legacy products. The inputs used to measure contingent consideration are classified as Level 3 within the valuation hierarchy. The valuation is not supported by market criteria and reflects the Company’s internal revenue forecasts. Since the valuation is not supported by market criteria, the valuation is completely dependent on unobservable inputs. During quarterly updates of the valuation, the calculation of the value is based on actual and reasonably estimated future revenues. Based on the Company’s revenue projections and second quarter 2017 analysis, the current value of the contingent consideration remained the same net of actual payments made during the six months ended June 30, 2017. 61

LOSS PER COMMON SHARE

LOSS PER COMMON SHARE	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
LOSS PER COMMON SHARE	11. LOSS PER COMMON SHARE In accordance with FASB Accounting Standards Codification Topic 260 (“FASB ASC 260”), “Earnings per Share,” basic net income (loss) per share is computed by dividing the net income (loss) available to common stockholders for the period by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted net income (loss) per share is computed by dividing net income (loss) available to common stockholders by the weighted average number of diluted shares outstanding during the period calculated using the treasury stock method. Due to the Company’s net loss in the three and six months ended June 30, 2017 and June 30, 2016, the assumed exercise of stock options using the treasury stock method would have had an antidilutive effect and therefore 1.0 (in thousands, except share and per share For the Three Months For the Six Months Ended 2017 2016 2017 2016 Net loss $ (1,568) $ (1,481) $ (5,422) $ (4,149) Basic and diluted weighted average number of shares outstanding 20,967,957 20,889,052 20,958,656 20,883,800 Basic and diluted loss per common share $ (0.07) $ (0.07) $ (0.26) $ (0.20)

CAPITALIZED INTEREST

CAPITALIZED INTEREST	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Capitalized Interest [Abstract]
CAPITALIZED INTEREST	12. CAPITALIZED INTEREST (in thousands) For the Three For the Six 2017 2016 2017 2016 Interest cost incurred $ 126 $ 122 $ 246 $ 246 Interest cost capitalized - property and equipment (5) (1) (9) (1) Interest expense, net $ 121 $ 121 $ 237 $ 245

INCOME TAXES

INCOME TAXES	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]
INCOME TAXES	13. INCOME TAXES The Company is subject to taxation in the U.S., as well as various state and foreign jurisdictions. The Company continues to record a full valuation allowance against the Company’s U.S. net deferred tax assets as it is not more likely than not that the Company will realize a benefit from these assets in a future period. In future periods, tax benefits and related deferred tax assets will be recognized when management concludes realization of such amounts is more likely than not. A net tax benefit of $ (157) (383) 9.1 6.6 The Company’s total income tax expense and effective tax rate was $ 128 (9.5) 273 (7.0) The Company adopted ASU 2016-09, Compensation - Stock Compensation (Topic 718)

WORKING CAPITAL LINE OF CREDIT

WORKING CAPITAL LINE OF CREDIT AND OVERDRAFT FACILITY	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Line of Credit Facility [Abstract]
LINES OF CREDIT	14. WORKING CAPITAL LINE OF CREDIT AND OVERDRAFT FACILITY (in thousands) Credit Limit June 30, Expiration Date Interest rate $ 4,000 1,066 (1) June 1, 2019 (2) Fixed rate at 2.25% above the LIBOR in effect on the first day of the applicable fixed-rate term, or Variable rate at 2.25% above the daily one-month LIBOR rate. (1) As a result of the Company’s cash management system, checks issued but not presented to the bank for payment may create negative book cash balances. When those checks are presented for payment if there isn't sufficient cash in the bank account, the checks would be honored by the bank with a corresponding increase to CUI's draw on its line of credit. Accordingly, negative book cash balances are included in the balance on the line of credit and totaled $ 113 (2) (in thousands) CUI Inc. and CUI-Canada General intangibles, net $ 9,093 CUI Inc. and CUI-Canada Accounts receivable, net $ 6,679 CUI Inc. and CUI-Canada Inventory, net $ 12,186 CUI Inc. and CUI-Canada Equipment, net $ 1,882 The borrowing base for the line of credit is based on a percent of CUI Inc. and CUI-Canada's inventory plus a percent of CUI Inc.'s accounts receivable. CUI Global, Inc., the parent company, is a payment guarantor of the LOC. Other terms included in this revolving line of credit for CUI limit capital expenditures by CUI Inc. and CUI-Canada to $ 1.75 1.1 2.9 On October 5, 2016, Orbital Gas Systems Ltd. signed a five-year agreement with the London branch of Wells Fargo Bank N.A. for a multi-currency variable rate overdraft facility with a facility limit of 1.5 2.0 October 5, 2021 0 The interest rate on the facility is a base rate plus a 2.25% margin. 2.5

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax [Abstract]
ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS)	15. ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) (in thousands) As of June 30, As of December 31, 2017 2016 Foreign currency translation adjustment $ (4,390) $ (5,590) Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) $ (4,390) $ (5,590)

CAPITAL LEASES

CAPITAL LEASES	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Leases, Capital [Abstract]
CAPITAL LEASES	16. CAPITAL LEASES June 30, December 31, (in thousands) 2017 2016 Classes of Property Motor vehicles $ — $ 98 Equipment 19 19 Less: Accumulated depreciation (5) (65) $ 14 $ 52 June 30, December 31, (in thousands) 2017 2016 Current leases payable $ 4 $ 28 Long-term leases payable 11 12 $ 15 $ 40

NOTES PAYABLE

NOTES PAYABLE	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Notes Payable [Abstract]
NOTES PAYABLE	17. NOTES PAYABLE (in thousands) June 30, December 31, Mortgage note payable (1) $ 3,394 $ 3,439 Acquisition Note Payable - related party (2) 5,304 5,304 Ending Balance $ 8,698 $ 8,743 (1) On October 1, 2013, the funding of the purchase of the Company’s Tualatin, Oregon corporate offices from Barakel, LLC was completed. The purchase price for this asset was $ 5.1 3.7 2% above LIBOR 45 3.4 91 3.3 (2) The note payable to International Electronic Devices, Inc. (formerly CUI, Inc.) is associated with the acquisition of CUI, Inc. The promissory note is due May 15, 2020 and includes a 5% interest rate per annum, with interest payable monthly and the principal due as a balloon payment at maturity. The note contains a contingent conversion feature, such that in the event of default on the note the holder of the note can, at the holder’s option, convert the note principal into common stock at $0.001 per share. As of June 30, 2017, the Company is in compliance with all terms of this promissory note and the conversion feature is not effective.

CONCENTRATIONS

CONCENTRATIONS	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Risks and Uncertainties [Abstract]
CONCENTRATIONS	For the three months ended June 30, 2017, 38 of revenues were derived from two customers: Digi-Key Electronics at 28 10 28 18 10 26 30 19 11 The Company’s major product lines during the first six months of 2017 and 2016 were power and electromechanical products and natural gas infrastructure and high-tech solutions. At June 30, 2017, of the gross trade accounts receivable of $ 11.8 11 9.5 30 10 CUI had one supplier concentration of approximately 16 13 9 8 The Company had revenue concentration in the United Kingdom for the three months ended June 30, 2017, and 2016 of 17 21 The Company had revenue concentration in the United Kingdom for the six months ended June 30, 2017 and 2016 of 17 22 At June 30, 2017 and December 31, 2016, the Company had trade accounts receivable concentrations in the United Kingdom of 32 27

OTHER EQUITY TRANSACTIONS

OTHER EQUITY TRANSACTIONS	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Equity [Abstract]
OTHER EQUITY TRANSACTIONS	19. OTHER EQUITY TRANSACTIONS Date of Type of Expense/ Stock Reason for Total no. Grant date January and April 2017 Vested restricted common stock Expensed Four board members Director compensation 18,760 $ 100 January, February and June 2017 Common stock Expensed Three Employees Approved bonus 28,634 182 (1) January 2017 Common stock Expensed Related party Q4 royalty fee 1,233 8 (1) January and February 2017 Common stock Expense Two Employees Cashless stock option exercises 245 — (2) May 2017 Common stock Prepaid/expense Third-party consultant Strategic investor marketing services 15,000 57 (3) 63,872 $ 347 (4) (1) 176 (2) (3) 52 (4) 85

NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND BASI27

NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION (Policies)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Accounting Policies [Abstract]
Nature of Operations	CUI Global Inc. (CUI Global) is a platform company composed of two The Power and Electromechanical segment is made up of the wholly owned subsidiaries: CUI, Inc. (CUI), based in Tualatin, Oregon; CUI Japan, based in Tokyo, Japan; CUI-Canada, based in Toronto, Canada; and the entity holding the corporate building, CUI Properties. All three The Power and Electromechanical segment defines its product offerings into two The Company’s Energy segment is made up of the Orbital Gas Systems Ltd subsidiary (Orbital-UK) and the Orbital Gas Systems, North America, Inc. subsidiary, collectively referred to as "Orbital." This business segment was formed when in April 2013, CUI Global acquired 100 The Other category represents the remaining activities that are not included as part of the other reportable segments and primarily represents corporate activity.
Basis of Presentation	The accompanying interim unaudited condensed consolidated financial statements have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America and the rules and regulations of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission for interim financial information, which includes condensed consolidated financial statements. Accordingly, they do not include all the information and notes necessary for a comprehensive presentation of financial position and results of operations and should be read in conjunction with the Company's Annual Report, Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2016. It is management's opinion that all material adjustments (consisting of normal recurring adjustments) have been made, which are necessary for a fair financial statement presentation. Significant intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation. The results for the interim period are not necessarily indicative of the results to be expected for the year ending December 31, 2017.
Use of Estimates	Use of Estimates The preparation of financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities, disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements, and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates. Significant estimates include estimates used to review the Company’s goodwill, impairments and estimations of long-lived assets, impairment of prepaid royalties, revenue recognition on percentage of completion type contracts, allowances for uncollectible accounts, inventory valuation, warranty reserves, valuations of non-cash capital stock issuances and the valuation allowance on deferred tax assets. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and on various other assumptions that are believed to be reasonable in the circumstances, the results of which form the basis for making judgments about the carrying values of assets and liabilities that are not readily apparent from other sources. Actual results may differ from these estimates under different assumptions or conditions.
Revision	Revision Immaterial revision was made to the condensed consolidated statements of cash flows: for the six months ended June 30, 2016, $ 185

INVENTORIES (Tables)

INVENTORIES (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Inventory Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Inventory, Current	Inventories consist of raw materials, work-in-process and finished goods and are stated at the lower of cost or market using the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method or through the moving average cost method. At June 30, 2017 and December 31, 2016, accrued liabilities included $ 1.4 (in thousands) June 30, December 31, 2017 2016 Finished goods $ 10,409 $ 9,684 Raw materials 3,353 3,357 Work-in-process 1,025 935 Inventory reserves (965) (774) Total inventories $ 13,822 $ 13,202

PREPAID EXPENSES, DEPOSITS AN29

PREPAID EXPENSES, DEPOSITS AND OTHER (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Deferred Costs, Capitalized, Prepaid, and Other Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Prepaid Expenses, Deposits and Other Assets	(in thousands) June 30, December 31, 2017 2016 Prepaid expenses and other $ 1,047 $ 2,174 Deposits and other assets $ 1,712 $ 100

GOODWILL AND INDEFINITE-LIVED30

GOODWILL AND INDEFINITE-LIVED INTANGIBLES (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]
Schedule of Goodwill	The carrying value of goodwill and the activity for the six months ended June 30, 2017 are as follows: (in thousands) Power and Energy Other Total Balance, December 31, 2016 $ 13,083 $ 7,042 $ — $ 20,125 Currency translation adjustments 7 380 — 387 Balance, June 30, 2017 $ 13,090 $ 7,422 $ — $ 20,512

SEGMENT REPORTING (Tables)

SEGMENT REPORTING (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Segment Reporting [Abstract]
Schedule of Segment Reporting Information, by Segment	The information represents segment activity for the three months ended June 30, 2017 and selected balance sheet items as of June 30, 2017: (in thousands) Power and Energy Other Total Revenues from external customers $ 18,180 $ 4,320 $ — $ 22,500 Depreciation and amortization (1) 394 333 — 727 Interest expense 59 1 61 121 Profit (loss) from operations 1,629 (2,001) (1,278) (1,650) Segment assets 49,385 29,973 348 79,706 Other intangible assets, net 9,093 6,866 — 15,959 Goodwill 13,090 7,422 — 20,512 Expenditures for long-lived assets (2) 425 118 — 543 The following information represents segment activity for the six months ended June 30, 2017 and selected balance sheet items as of June 30, 2017: (in thousands) Power and Energy Other Total Revenues from external customers $ 31,842 $ 8,503 $ — $ 40,345 Depreciation and amortization (1) 775 652 — 1,427 Interest expense 113 1 123 237 Profit (loss) from operations 1,095 (4,265) (2,490) (5,660) Segment assets 49,385 29,973 348 79,706 Other intangible assets, net 9,093 6,866 — 15,959 Goodwill 13,090 7,422 — 20,512 Expenditures for long-lived assets (2) 629 183 — 812 (1) 163 312 (2) The following information represents segment activity for the three months ended June 30, 2016 and selected balance sheet items as of June 30, 2016: (in thousands) Power and Energy Other Total Revenues from external customers $ 15,399 $ 7,741 $ — $ 23,140 Depreciation and amortization (1) 357 372 1 730 Interest expense 55 — 66 121 Profit (loss) from operations 563 (185) (1,415) (1,037) Segment assets 50,588 33,905 808 85,301 Other intangibles assets, net 9,553 7,964 — 17,517 Goodwill 13,100 7,644 — 20,744 Expenditures for segment assets (2) 207 180 — 387 The following information represents segment activity for the six months ended June 30, 2016 and selected balance sheet items as of June 30, 2016: (in thousands) Power and Energy Other Total Revenues from external customers $ 28,451 $ 15,351 $ — $ 43,802 Depreciation and amortization (1) 691 744 2 1,437 Interest expense 110 2 133 245 Profit (loss) from operations 225 (279) (3,306) (3,360) Segment assets 50,588 33,905 808 85,301 Other intangibles assets, net 9,553 7,964 — 17,517 Goodwill 13,100 7,644 — 20,744 Expenditures for segment assets (2) 481 290 — 771 (1) 114 212 (2)
Revenue from External Customers by Geographic Areas	The following represents revenue by country: (dollars in thousands) For the Three Months Ended June 30, 2017 2016 Amount % Amount % USA $ 14,465 64 % $ 11,286 49 % United Kingdom 3,717 17 % 4,843 21 % All Others 4,318 19 % 7,011 30 % Total $ 22,500 100 % $ 23,140 100 % (dollars in thousands) For the Six Months Ended June 30, 2017 2016 Amount % Amount % USA $ 24,578 61 % $ 21,854 50 % United Kingdom 6,800 17 % 9,448 22 % All Others 8,967 22 % 12,500 28 % Total $ 40,345 100 % $ 43,802 100 %

INVESTMENTS AND FAIR VALUE ME32

INVESTMENTS AND FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]
Fair value of cash equivalents and marketable securities	The Company’s fair value hierarchy for its cash equivalents, marketable securities and derivative instruments, including contingent consideration, as of June 30, 2017 and December 31, 2016, respectively, was as follows: (in thousands) June 30, 2017 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Money market securities $ 16 $ — $ — $ 16 Total assets $ 16 $ — $ — $ 16 Derivative instrument payable $ — $ 432 $ — $ 432 Contingent consideration — — 42 42 Total liabilities $ — $ 432 $ 42 $ 474 December 31, 2016 Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Total Money market securities $ 16 $ — $ — $ 16 Total assets $ 16 $ — $ — $ 16 Derivative instrument payable $ — $ 467 $ — $ 467 Contingent consideration — — 103 103 Total liabilities $ — $ 467 $ 103 $ 570
Schedule of Fair Value Measurements Using Significant Unobservable	Fair Value Measurements Using Significant Unobservable Inputs (Level 3) (in thousands) Contingent Balance at December 31, 2016 $ 103 Payments (61) Quarterly fair value adjustments — Balance at June 30, 2017 $ 42

LOSS PER COMMON SHARE (Tables)

LOSS PER COMMON SHARE (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]
LOSS PER COMMON SHARE	Accordingly, diluted net loss per share is the same as basic net loss per share for the three and six months ended June 30, 2017 and 2016. (in thousands, except share and per share For the Three Months For the Six Months Ended 2017 2016 2017 2016 Net loss $ (1,568) $ (1,481) $ (5,422) $ (4,149) Basic and diluted weighted average number of shares outstanding 20,967,957 20,889,052 20,958,656 20,883,800 Basic and diluted loss per common share $ (0.07) $ (0.07) $ (0.26) $ (0.20)

CAPITALIZED INTEREST (Tables)

CAPITALIZED INTEREST (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Capitalized Interest [Abstract]
Components of Interest Expense and Capitalized Interest	The cost of constructing facilities, equipment and project assets includes interest costs incurred during the assets’ construction period. The components of interest expense and capitalized interest are as follows: (in thousands) For the Three For the Six 2017 2016 2017 2016 Interest cost incurred $ 126 $ 122 $ 246 $ 246 Interest cost capitalized - property and equipment (5) (1) (9) (1) Interest expense, net $ 121 $ 121 $ 237 $ 245

WORKING CAPITAL LINE OF CREDI35

WORKING CAPITAL LINE OF CREDIT AND OVERDRAFT FACILITY (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Line of Credit Facility [Abstract]
Schedule of Line of Credit Facilities	During the period ended June 30, 2017, the Company’s wholly owned subsidiary, CUI, Inc., maintained a two-year revolving Line of Credit (LOC) with Wells Fargo Bank with the following terms: (in thousands) Credit Limit June 30, Expiration Date Interest rate $ 4,000 1,066 (1) June 1, 2019 (2) Fixed rate at 2.25% above the LIBOR in effect on the first day of the applicable fixed-rate term, or Variable rate at 2.25% above the daily one-month LIBOR rate. (1) As a result of the Company’s cash management system, checks issued but not presented to the bank for payment may create negative book cash balances. When those checks are presented for payment if there isn't sufficient cash in the bank account, the checks would be honored by the bank with a corresponding increase to CUI's draw on its line of credit. Accordingly, negative book cash balances are included in the balance on the line of credit and totaled $ 113 (2)
Schedule Of Collateral Security Agreement	The line of credit is secured by the following collateral via a security agreement with CUI Inc. and CUI-Canada at June 30, 2017: (in thousands) CUI Inc. and CUI-Canada General intangibles, net $ 9,093 CUI Inc. and CUI-Canada Accounts receivable, net $ 6,679 CUI Inc. and CUI-Canada Inventory, net $ 12,186 CUI Inc. and CUI-Canada Equipment, net $ 1,882

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSI36

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Other Comprehensive Income (Loss), Foreign Currency Transaction and Translation Adjustment, Net of Tax [Abstract]
Components of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss)	The components of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) are as follows: (in thousands) As of June 30, As of December 31, 2017 2016 Foreign currency translation adjustment $ (4,390) $ (5,590) Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) $ (4,390) $ (5,590)

CAPITAL LEASES (Tables)

CAPITAL LEASES (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Leases [Abstract]
Schedule of Capital Leased Assets	The following is an analysis of the leased property under capital leases by major classes as of June 30, 2017 and December 31, 2016: June 30, December 31, (in thousands) 2017 2016 Classes of Property Motor vehicles $ — $ 98 Equipment 19 19 Less: Accumulated depreciation (5) (65) $ 14 $ 52
Schedule of Capital Lease Current and Long Term Portion	The following summarizes the current and long-term portion of capital leases payable as of June 30, 2017 and December 31, 2016: June 30, December 31, (in thousands) 2017 2016 Current leases payable $ 4 $ 28 Long-term leases payable 11 12 $ 15 $ 40

NOTES PAYABLE (Tables)

NOTES PAYABLE (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Notes Payable [Abstract]
Schedule of Notes Payable	Notes payable is summarized as follows as of June 30, 2017 and December 31, 2016: (in thousands) June 30, December 31, Mortgage note payable (1) $ 3,394 $ 3,439 Acquisition Note Payable - related party (2) 5,304 5,304 Ending Balance $ 8,698 $ 8,743 (1) On October 1, 2013, the funding of the purchase of the Company’s Tualatin, Oregon corporate offices from Barakel, LLC was completed. The purchase price for this asset was $ 5.1 3.7 2% above LIBOR 45 3.4 91 3.3 (2) The note payable to International Electronic Devices, Inc. (formerly CUI, Inc.) is associated with the acquisition of CUI, Inc. The promissory note is due May 15, 2020 and includes a 5% interest rate per annum, with interest payable monthly and the principal due as a balloon payment at maturity. The note contains a contingent conversion feature, such that in the event of default on the note the holder of the note can, at the holder’s option, convert the note principal into common stock at $0.001 per share. As of June 30, 2017, the Company is in compliance with all terms of this promissory note and the conversion feature is not effective.

OTHER EQUITY TRANSACTIONS (Tabl

OTHER EQUITY TRANSACTIONS (Tables)	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]
Disclosure of Share-based Compensation Arrangements by Share-based Payment Award	The following shares issued during 2017 were recorded in expense or prepaid asset using the grant-date fair value of the stock: Date of Type of Expense/ Stock Reason for Total no. Grant date January and April 2017 Vested restricted common stock Expensed Four board members Director compensation 18,760 $ 100 January, February and June 2017 Common stock Expensed Three Employees Approved bonus 28,634 182 (1) January 2017 Common stock Expensed Related party Q4 royalty fee 1,233 8 (1) January and February 2017 Common stock Expense Two Employees Cashless stock option exercises 245 — (2) May 2017 Common stock Prepaid/expense Third-party consultant Strategic investor marketing services 15,000 57 (3) 63,872 $ 347 (4) (1) 176 (2) (3) 52 (4) 85

NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND BASI40

NATURE OF OPERATIONS AND BASIS OF PRESENTATION - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Thousands	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017USD ($)	Jun. 30, 2016USD ($)
Business Description and Basis Of Presentation [Line Items]
Foreign Currency Transaction Gain (Loss), Unrealized	$ 98	$ (185)
Number of Operating Segments	2
Number of Subsidiaries In Operating Segments	3
Number of Categories In Product Offerings	2
Orbital Gas Systems Limited
Business Description and Basis Of Presentation [Line Items]
Capital Stock Acquired Percentage	100.00%

INVENTORIES - Additional Inform

INVENTORIES - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Accrued Inventory Payable	$ 1.4	$ 1.1

INVENTORIES (Detail)

INVENTORIES (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Inventory [Line Items]
Finished goods	$ 10,409	$ 9,684
Raw materials	3,353	3,357
Work-in -process	1,025	935
Inventory reserves	(965)	(774)
Total inventories	$ 13,822	$ 13,202

PREPAID EXPENSES, DEPOSITS AN43

PREPAID EXPENSES, DEPOSITS AND OTHER - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Deposits and Other Assets Noncurrent	$ 1,712	$ 100
Prepaid Royalties [Member]
Deposits and Other Assets Noncurrent	$ 1,600

PREPAID EXPENSES, DEPOSITS AN44

PREPAID EXPENSES, DEPOSITS AND OTHER - Schedule of Prepaid Expenses, Deposits and Other Assets (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Prepaid expenses and other	$ 1,047	$ 2,174
Deposits and other assets	$ 1,712	$ 100

GOODWILL AND INDEFINITE-LIVED45

GOODWILL AND INDEFINITE-LIVED INTANGIBLES - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	1 Months Ended
	May 31, 2017	Jun. 30, 2017
Indefinite-Lived Intangible Assets (Excluding Goodwill)		$ 7,300
Goodwill, Impairment Loss	$ 0

GOODWILL AND INDEFINITE-LIVED46

GOODWILL AND INDEFINITE-LIVED INTANGIBLES (Detail) $ in Thousands	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017USD ($)
Balance, December 31, 2016	$ 20,125
Currency translation adjustments	387
Balance, June 30, 2017	20,512
Power and Electro - Mechanical Segment
Balance, December 31, 2016	13,083
Currency translation adjustments	7
Balance, June 30, 2017	13,090
Energy Segment
Balance, December 31, 2016	7,042
Currency translation adjustments	380
Balance, June 30, 2017	7,422
Other Segment
Balance, December 31, 2016	0
Currency translation adjustments	0
Balance, June 30, 2017	$ 0

INVESTMENT AND NOTE RECEIVABLE

INVESTMENT AND NOTE RECEIVABLE - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended			6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Mar. 31, 2016	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Investment Income, Interest	$ 4	$ 5		$ 9	$ 10
Proceeds from Collection of Notes Receivable				19	$ 0
Interest Rate On Note Receivable			5.00%
Allowance for Notes, Loans and Financing Receivable, Current	$ 0			$ 0
Test Products International Inc [Member]
Equity Method Investment, Ownership Percentage			8.50%
Notes Receivable, Related Parties			$ 400

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - Additi

DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Gain (Loss) on Investments [Line Items]
Unrealized Gain (Loss) on Derivatives	$ 2	$ 35	$ (146)
Derivative, Swaption Interest Rate	1.00%	1.00%
Derivatives Swap Maturity Date		10 years

STOCK-BASED PAYMENTS FOR COMP49

STOCK-BASED PAYMENTS FOR COMPENSATION, SERVICES AND ROYALTIES - Additional information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Compensation Cost [Line Items]
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense	$ 113	$ 600	$ 200	$ 800
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Gross	0		0

SEGMENT REPORTING - Additional

SEGMENT REPORTING - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Concentration Risk, Percentage	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%
Power and Electromechanical segment [Member]
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Cost of Goods Sold, Depreciation, Depletion and Amortization	$ 163	$ 114	$ 312	$ 212
Power and Electromechanical segment [Member] | Sales Revenue, Net
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Concentration Risk, Percentage	81.00%	67.00%	79.00%	65.00%
Energy Segment [Member] | Sales Revenue, Net
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Concentration Risk, Percentage	19.00%	33.00%	21.00%	35.00%

SEGMENT REPORTING - Segment Act

SEGMENT REPORTING - Segment Activity (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands		3 Months Ended				6 Months Ended
		Jun. 30, 2017		Jun. 30, 2016		Jun. 30, 2017		Jun. 30, 2016		Dec. 31, 2016
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues from external customers		$ 22,500		$ 23,140		$ 40,345		$ 43,802
Depreciation and amortization		727	[1]	730	[2]	1,427	[1]	1,437	[2]
Interest expense		121		121		237		245
Profit (loss) from operations		(1,650)		(1,037)		(5,660)		(3,360)
Segment assets		79,706		85,301		79,706		85,301		$ 79,843
Other intangibles assets, net		15,959		17,517		15,959		17,517		16,201
Goodwill		20,512		20,744		20,512		20,744		20,125
Expenditures for long-lived assets	[3]	543		387		812		771
Power and Electro Mechanical
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues from external customers		18,180		15,399		31,842		28,451
Depreciation and amortization		394	[1]	357	[2]	775	[1]	691	[2]
Interest expense		59		55		113		110
Profit (loss) from operations		1,629		563		1,095		225
Segment assets		49,385		50,588		49,385		50,588
Other intangibles assets, net		9,093		9,553		9,093		9,553
Goodwill		13,090		13,100		13,090		13,100
Expenditures for long-lived assets	[3]	425		207		629		481
Energy
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues from external customers		4,320		7,741		8,503		15,351
Depreciation and amortization		333	[1]	372	[2]	652	[1]	744	[2]
Interest expense		1		0		1		2
Profit (loss) from operations		(2,001)		(185)		(4,265)		(279)
Segment assets		29,973		33,905		29,973		33,905
Other intangibles assets, net		6,866		7,964		6,866		7,964
Goodwill		7,422		7,644		7,422		7,644		7,042
Expenditures for long-lived assets	[3]	118		180		183		290
Other
Segment Reporting Information [Line Items]
Revenues from external customers		0		0		0		0
Depreciation and amortization		0	[1]	1	[2]	0	[1]	2	[2]
Interest expense		61		66		123		133
Profit (loss) from operations		(1,278)		(1,415)		(2,490)		(3,306)
Segment assets		348		808		348		808
Other intangibles assets, net		0		0		0		0
Goodwill		0		0		0		0		$ 0
Expenditures for long-lived assets	[3]	$ 0		$ 0		$ 0		$ 0
[1]	For the Power and Electromechanical segment, for the three and six months ended June 30, 2017, depreciation and amortization include $163 thousand and $312 thousand, respectively, which were classified as cost of revenues in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.
[2]	For the Power and Electromechanical segment, depreciation and amortization totals for the three and six months ended June 30, 2016, include $114 thousand and $212 thousand, respectively, which were classified as cost of revenues in the Condensed Consolidated Statements of Operations.
[3]	Includes purchases of property, plant and equipment and the investment in other intangible assets.

SEGMENT REPORTING - Revenue By

SEGMENT REPORTING - Revenue By Country (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Revenue By Country [Line Items]
Revenues	$ 22,500	$ 23,140	$ 40,345	$ 43,802
Concentration Risk, Percentage	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%
USA
Revenue By Country [Line Items]
Revenues	$ 14,465	$ 11,286	$ 24,578	$ 21,854
Concentration Risk, Percentage	64.00%	49.00%	61.00%	50.00%
UNITED KINGDOM
Revenue By Country [Line Items]
Revenues	$ 3,717	$ 4,843	$ 6,800	$ 9,448
Concentration Risk, Percentage	17.00%	21.00%	17.00%	22.00%
All Others
Revenue By Country [Line Items]
Revenues	$ 4,318	$ 7,011	$ 8,967	$ 12,500
Concentration Risk, Percentage	19.00%	30.00%	22.00%	28.00%

INVESTMENTS AND FAIR VALUE ME53

INVESTMENTS AND FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Thousands	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017USD ($)
Contingent Consideration Classified as Equity [Member]
Payments On Contingent Consideration	$ 61

INVESTMENTS AND FAIR VALUE ME54

INVESTMENTS AND FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS - Fair Value Hierarchy for Cash Equivalents and Marketable Securities (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Assets, Fair value disclosure	$ 16	$ 16
Liabilites, Fair value disclosure	474	570
Contingent Consideration
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Liabilites, Fair value disclosure	42	103
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Assets, Fair value disclosure	16	16
Liabilites, Fair value disclosure	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 | Contingent Consideration
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Liabilites, Fair value disclosure	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Assets, Fair value disclosure	0	0
Liabilites, Fair value disclosure	432	467
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 | Contingent Consideration
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Liabilites, Fair value disclosure	0	0
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Assets, Fair value disclosure	0	0
Liabilites, Fair value disclosure	42	103
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 | Contingent Consideration
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Liabilites, Fair value disclosure	42	103
Money market securities
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Assets, Fair value disclosure	16	16
Money market securities | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Assets, Fair value disclosure	16	16
Money market securities | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Assets, Fair value disclosure	0	0
Money market securities | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Assets, Fair value disclosure	0	0
Derivative instrument payable
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Liabilites, Fair value disclosure	432	467
Derivative instrument payable | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Liabilites, Fair value disclosure	0	0
Derivative instrument payable | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Liabilites, Fair value disclosure	432	467
Derivative instrument payable | Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]
Liabilites, Fair value disclosure	$ 0	$ 0

INVESTMENTS AND FAIR VALUE ME55

INVESTMENTS AND FAIR VALUE MEASUREMENTS - Contingent consideration (Detail) - Fair Value, Inputs, Level 3 [Member] $ in Thousands	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017USD ($)
Fair Value, Liabilities Measured on Recurring Basis, Unobservable Input Reconciliation [Line Items]
Balance at December 31, 2016	$ 103
Payment	(61)
Quarterly fair value adjustment	0
Balance at June 30, 2017	$ 42

LOSS PER COMMON SHARE - Additio

LOSS PER COMMON SHARE - Additional Information (Detail) - shares shares in Millions	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Earnings Per Share Disclosure [Line Items]
Options nonvested excluded from computation of diluted earnings per share	1	1	1	1

LOSS PER COMMON SHARE - Calcula

LOSS PER COMMON SHARE - Calculation of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Share (Detail) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Earnings Per Share, Basic, by Common Class, Including Two Class Method [Line Items]
Net loss	$ (1,568)	$ (1,481)	$ (5,422)	$ (4,149)
Basic and diluted weighted average number of shares outstanding (in shares)	20,967,957	20,889,052	20,958,656	20,883,800
Basic and diluted loss per common share (in dollars per share)	$ (0.07)	$ (0.07)	$ (0.26)	$ (0.20)

CAPITALIZED INTEREST - Componen

CAPITALIZED INTEREST - Components of interest expense and capitalized interest (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Capitalized Interest [Line Items]
Interest cost incurred	$ 126	$ 122	$ 246	$ 246
Interest cost capitalized - property and equipment	(5)	(1)	(9)	(1)
Interest expense, net	$ 121	$ 121	$ 237	$ 245

INCOME TAXES - Additional Infor

INCOME TAXES - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016
Income Tax Disclosure [Line Items]
Provision (benefit) for taxes	$ (157)	$ 128	$ (383)	$ 273
Effective income tax rate	9.10%	(9.50%)	6.60%	(7.00%)

WORKING CAPITAL LINE OF CREDI60

WORKING CAPITAL LINE OF CREDIT AND OVERDRAFT FACILITY - Additional Information (Detail) $ in Thousands, £ in Millions		6 Months Ended
		Jun. 30, 2017USD ($)	Dec. 31, 2016USD ($)	Oct. 05, 2016GBP (£)
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility, Expiration Date	[1]	Jun. 1, 2019
Line of Credit, Current		$ 1,066	$ 0
Revolving Credit Facility [Member]
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of Credit, Current		1,100
Line of Credit Facility, Capacity Available for Specific Purpose Other than for Trade Purchases		2,900
Revolving Credit Facility [Member] | CUI, Inc [Member]
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Capital expenditures, exceed limit		1,750
Line of Credit Facility, Fair Value of Amount Outstanding		113
Multi-Currency Variable Rate Overdraft Facility [Member] | Wells Fargo Bank N.A [Member]
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity		$ 2,000		£ 1.5
Line of Credit Facility, Interest Rate Description		The interest rate on the facility is a base rate plus a 2.25% margin.
Line of Credit Facility, Expiration Date		Oct. 5, 2021
Line of Credit Facility, Interest Rate Percentage		2.50%
[1]	During the second quarter of 2017, the Company modified its LOC agreement, which included extending the expiration date, adding CUI-Canada assets as collateral, and modifying restrictive debt covenants and increasing the interest rate on the facility.

WORKING CAPITAL LINE OF CREDI61

WORKING CAPITAL LINE OF CREDIT AND OVERDRAFT FACILITY - Revolving Line Of Credit (Detail) $ in Thousands	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017USD ($)
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility, Expiration Date	Jun. 1, 2019	[1]
Wells Fargo Bank [Member]
Line of Credit Facility [Line Items]
Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity	$ 4,000
Line of Credit Facility, Interest Rate Description	Fixed rate at 2.25% above the LIBOR in effect on the first day of the applicable fixed-rate term, or Variable rate at 2.25% above the daily one-month LIBOR rate.
Line of Credit Facility	$ 1,066	[2]
[1]	During the second quarter of 2017, the Company modified its LOC agreement, which included extending the expiration date, adding CUI-Canada assets as collateral, and modifying restrictive debt covenants and increasing the interest rate on the facility.
[2]	As a result of the Company’s cash management system, checks issued but not presented to the bank for payment may create negative book cash balances. When those checks are presented for payment if there isn't sufficient cash in the bank account, the checks would be honored by the bank with a corresponding increase to CUI's draw on its line of credit. Accordingly, negative book cash balances are included in the balance on the line of credit and totaled $113 thousand as of June 30, 2017.

WORKING CAPITAL LINE OF CREDI62

WORKING CAPITAL LINE OF CREDIT AND OVERDRAFT FACILITY - Security Agreement (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016	Jun. 30, 2016
General intangibles, net	$ 15,959	$ 16,201	$ 17,517
Inventory, net	13,822	13,202
Equipment, net	11,237	$ 10,952
CUI Inc And CUI Canada [Member]
General intangibles, net	9,093
Accounts receivable, net	6,679
Inventory, net	12,186
Equipment, net	$ 1,882

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSI63

ACCUMULATED OTHER COMPREHENSIVE INCOME (LOSS) - Components of accumulated other comprehensive income (loss) (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Accumulated other comprehensive gain (loss) [Line Items]
Foreign currency translation adjustment	$ (4,390)	$ (5,590)
Accumulated other comprehensive income (loss)	$ (4,390)	$ (5,590)

CAPITAL LEASES - Analysis of Le

CAPITAL LEASES - Analysis of Leased Property Under Capital Leases (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Analysis of the leased property under capital leases [Line Items]
Less: Accumulated depreciation	$ (5)	$ (65)
Capital leases, balance sheet, assets by major class, net, total	14	52
Motor Vehicles
Analysis of the leased property under capital leases [Line Items]
Capital leased assets, gross	0	98
Equipment
Analysis of the leased property under capital leases [Line Items]
Capital leased assets, gross	$ 19	$ 19

CAPITAL LEASES - Current and Lo

CAPITAL LEASES - Current and Long Term Portion of Capital Leases (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Capital Lease current and long term portion [Line Items]
Current leases payable	$ 4	$ 28
Long-term leases payable	11	12
Total leases payable	$ 15	$ 40

NOTES PAYABLE - Additional Info

NOTES PAYABLE - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ / shares in Units, $ in Thousands	Oct. 01, 2013	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Notes Payable Convertible Notes Payable and Convertible Notes Payable Related Parties [Line Items]
Debt instrument, annual principal payment		$ 45
Mortgage promissory note payable		3,400
Long-term Debt, Current Maturities		91
Long term mortgage note payable		$ 3,300
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share		$ 0.001	$ 0.001
Tualatin, Oregon Corporate Office Acquisition
Notes Payable Convertible Notes Payable and Convertible Notes Payable Related Parties [Line Items]
Purchase of real estate property	$ 5,100
Debt instrument, description of variable rate basis	2% above LIBOR
Mortgage promissory note payable	$ 3,700
International Electronic Devices, Inc.
Notes Payable Convertible Notes Payable and Convertible Notes Payable Related Parties [Line Items]
Debt maturity date		May 15, 2020
Interest accrues rate		5.00%
Common Stock, Par or Stated Value Per Share		$ 0.001

NOTES PAYABLE - Summary of Note

NOTES PAYABLE - Summary of Notes Payable (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands		Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Schedule Of Notes Payable Convertible Notes Payable and Convertible Notes Payable Related Parties [Line Items]
Acquisition Note Payable - related party		$ 5,304	$ 5,304
Convertible notes payable
Schedule Of Notes Payable Convertible Notes Payable and Convertible Notes Payable Related Parties [Line Items]
Mortgage note payable	[1]	3,394	3,439
Acquisition Note Payable - related party	[2]	5,304	5,304
Ending Balance		$ 8,698	$ 8,743
[1]	On October 1, 2013, the funding of the purchase of the Company’s Tualatin, Oregon corporate offices from Barakel, LLC was completed. The purchase price for this asset was $5.1 million. The purchase was funded, in part, by a promissory note payable to Wells Fargo Bank in the amount of $3.7 million plus interest at the rate of 2% above LIBOR, payable over ten years with a balloon payment due at maturity. It was secured by a deed of trust on the purchased property which was executed by CUI Properties, LLC and guaranteed by CUI Global, Inc. During the six months ended June 30, 2017, the Company made principal payments of $45 thousand against the mortgage promissory note payable. At June 30, 2017, the balance owed on the mortgage promissory note payable was $3.4 million, of which $91 thousand and $3.3 million were in current and long-term liabilities, respectively. See Note 14, Working Capital Line of Credit and Overdraft Facility, for more information on the Company's debt covenants.
[2]	The note payable to International Electronic Devices, Inc. (formerly CUI, Inc.) is associated with the acquisition of CUI, Inc. The promissory note is due May 15, 2020 and includes a 5% interest rate per annum, with interest payable monthly and the principal due as a balloon payment at maturity. The note contains a contingent conversion feature, such that in the event of default on the note the holder of the note can, at the holder’s option, convert the note principal into common stock at $0.001 per share. As of June 30, 2017, the Company is in compliance with all terms of this promissory note and the conversion feature is not effective.

CONCENTRATIONS - Additional Inf

CONCENTRATIONS - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Millions	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Jun. 30, 2017	Jun. 30, 2016	Dec. 31, 2016
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%	100.00%
United Kingdom
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage	17.00%	21.00%	17.00%	22.00%
Supplier Concentration Risk
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage	16.00%	9.00%	13.00%	8.00%
Sales Revenue
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage	38.00%	28.00%		30.00%
Sales Revenue | Power and Electromechanical segment [Member] | Digi-Key Electronics [Member]
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage	28.00%	18.00%	26.00%	19.00%
Sales Revenue | Power and Electromechanical segment [Member] | Future Electronics [Member]
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage	10.00%
Sales Revenue | Energy Segment [Member] | National Grid [Member]
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage		10.00%		11.00%
Sales Revenue | United Kingdom
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage	17.00%	21.00%	17.00%	22.00%
Accounts Receivable
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage			11.00%		30.00%
Gross trade accounts receivable from continuing operations	$ 11.8		$ 11.8		$ 9.5
Accounts Receivable | Energy Segment [Member] | Scotia Gas Networks plc [Member]
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage					10.00%
Accounts Receivable | Energy Segment [Member] | Socrate spa [Member]
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage					10.00%
Accounts Receivable | Energy Segment [Member] | National Grid [Member]
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage					10.00%
Accounts Receivable | United Kingdom
Concentration Risk [Line Items]
Concentration risk, percentage			32.00%		27.00%

OTHER EQUITY TRANSACTIONS - Add

OTHER EQUITY TRANSACTIONS - Additional Information (Detail) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	6 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017	Dec. 31, 2016
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation	$ 85
Bonus And Royalty Expenses Incurred		$ 176
Prepaid Expense, Current	52
Cashless Option Exercise [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Share-based Compensation	$ 0

OTHER EQUITY TRANSACTIONS - Pre

OTHER EQUITY TRANSACTIONS - Prepaid Asset Using Grant-Date-Fair Value (Detail) $ in Thousands	6 Months Ended
	Jun. 30, 2017USD ($)shares
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Gross | shares	63,872
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Share-based Compensation, Gross | $	$ 347	[1]
Vested Restricted Common Stock One [Member] | Director Compensation [Member] | Four Board [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Gross | shares	18,760
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Share-based Compensation, Gross | $	$ 100
Date Of Issuance	January and April 2017
Common Stock One [Member] | Approved Bonus [Member] | Three Employees [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Gross | shares	28,634
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Share-based Compensation, Gross | $	$ 182	[2]
Date Of Issuance	January, February and June 2017
Common Stock Two [Member] | Pursuant To Royalty Agreement [Member] | Related Party [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Gross | shares	1,233
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Share-based Compensation, Gross | $	$ 8	[2]
Date Of Issuance	January 2,017
Common Stock Three [Member] | Cashless stock option exercise [Member] | Two Employees [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Gross | shares	245
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Share-based Compensation, Gross | $	$ 0	[3]
Date Of Issuance	January and February 2017
Common Stock Four [Member] | Strategic Investor Marketing Services [Member] | Third-Party Consultant [Member]
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]
Stock Issued During Period, Shares, Share-based Compensation, Gross | shares	15,000
Stock Issued During Period, Value, Share-based Compensation, Gross | $	$ 57	[4]
Date Of Issuance	May 2,017
[1]	Does not include stock expense of $85 thousand included in accrued liabilities at June 30, 2017 for unissued stock.
[2]	Bonuses and royalty of $176 thousand were accrued and expensed in 2016
[3]	The Company received $— for the issuance in the cashless option exercises.
[4]	Amount includes $52 thousand that was included in prepaid expense at June 30, 2017.