Exhibit 99.1
DPAC Technologies Reports Financial Results for the First Quarter of
Fiscal Year 2006
HUDSON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 10, 2006--DPAC Technologies
Corp. (OTCBB:DPAC), a leader in device networking and connectivity
solutions, today reported results for its first quarter of fiscal year
2006, ended March 31, 2006.
On February 28, 2006 DPAC Technologies Corp., and QuaTech, Inc.
completed the previously announced merger. As a result of the merger,
QuaTech has become a wholly-owned subsidiary of DPAC. For accounting
purposes, the transaction is considered a "reverse merger" under which
QuaTech is considered the acquirer of DPAC. Accordingly, the purchase
price was allocated among the fair values of the assets and
liabilities of DPAC, while the historical results of QuaTech are
reflected in the results of the combined company (the "Company"). The
results of operations are those of QuaTech prior to the merger date,
and combined QuaTech and DPAC after the merger date of February 28,
2006.
Operating Results
For the first quarter of 2006, net sales were $3.2 million
compared to net sales of $2.0 million for the first quarter of the
previous year. The $1.2 million increase in net sales consisted of
increased shipments for both of the Company's product lines. Device
Connectivity products increased by $722,000, or 39.5%, and Device
Networking products, including the Airborne(TM) wireless embedded
product line, increased by $497,000 or 338%, over the previous year's
first quarter net sales. The Company's net loss for the current year
first quarter totaled $246,000, or $(0.00) per share as compared to a
net loss for the prior year's first quarter of $81,000, or $(0.00) per
share. Total operating expenses of $1.5 million increased by $622,000
over the previous year period. The increase was the result of
incremental costs, primarily personnel related, in Sales & Marketing
of $235,000 and R&D of $101,000, incurred to support the Airborne
wireless embedded product line. General & Administrative expenses
increased by $208,000, due to higher legal, accounting and
professional services of $115,000, amortization of intangibles of
$40,000, non-cash compensation expense of $15,000 and $50,000 incurred
in support of the Southern California facility acquired in the merger.
Additionally, $78,000 in Restructuring charges were incurred in the
first quarter of 2006. Interest expense of $334,000 for first quarter
of 2006 included non-cash charges of $175,000 for the amortization of
discounts and accretion of success fees on the subordinated debt.
Balance Sheet Summary
At March 31, 2006, DPAC had total assets of $13.2 million,
including cash and cash equivalents of $41,000. This compares to total
assets of $7.6 million at December 31, 2005, which included $11,000 in
cash and cash equivalents. As a result of the merger, the Company
recorded goodwill and intangible assets of approximately $5.1 million.
Comment and Outlook
Chief Executive Officer and President Steve Runkel commented, "I
am pleased with the progress that we made in the past quarter.
Completing the merger between DPAC Technologies and QuaTech, Inc. was
an important milestone for our company. While the merger was completed
on February 28th of this year, the License Agreement signed in August
2005 allowed us to get a head start on the integration tasks
associated with the merger. This allowed us to focus on meeting our
business growth objectives. The overall revenue growth of 60% compared
to the first quarter of 2005 was in line with our objectives. I am
pleased to see strong growth from both the new products from DPAC as
well as our existing Device Connectivity products."
Mr. Runkel continued: "We continue to see success in several
segments of the Machine to Machine (M2M) market, including
transportation, warehouse and logistics, medical and point of sale
devices. These successes are coming both in the form of design wins as
well as initial deployment of production units by our customers. The
design of our embedded wireless modules to meet industrial
specifications for both temperature and vibration position these
products to address the most demanding requirements of these markets."
Conference Call
Management of DPAC will host a conference call on May 11, 2006 at
10:00 a.m. Eastern/7:00 a.m. Pacific to discuss DPAC's financial
performance for the first quarter of fiscal year 2006. The conference
call will feature Chief Executive Officer Steve Runkel and Chief
Financial Officer Steve Vukadinovich. To participate on the live call,
please dial (866) 818-1395 toll free. A phone replay will be available
for 48 hours (beginning two hours after the completion of the
conference call) by dialing (888) 266-2081 and entering the Passcode
901358.
About DPAC Technologies
DPAC Technologies provides embedded wireless networking products
for machine-to-machine communication applications. DPAC's Airborne(TM)
and AirborneDirect(TM) wireless products are used by major OEMs in the
transportation, instrumentation and industrial control, homeland
security, medical diagnostics and logistics markets to provide remote
data collection and control. DPAC Technologies is based in Hudson, OH.
The Company's web site address is www.dpactech.com. Information
concerning DPAC is filed by DPAC with the SEC and is available on the
SEC website, www.sec.gov.
About QuaTech
QuaTech, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of DPAC, delivers high
performance device networking & connectivity solutions to help
companies improve their bottom line performance. Quatech enables
reliable machine-to-machine (M2M) communications via secure 802.11
wireless or traditional wired networks with industrial grade
(hardened) embedded radios, modules, boards and external device
servers and bridges. For local and mobile connections, QuaTech serial
adapters provide secure connectivity and port expansion via any
interface option. Satisfied customers rely on our unique combination
of performance and support to improve bottom line performance through
real-time remote monitoring & control, streamlined systems and lower
total cost of ownership (TCO). QuaTech markets its products through a
global network of distributors, resellers, systems integrators and
original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). Founded in 1983, QuaTech is
headquartered in Hudson, Ohio, and merged with DPAC Technologies, Inc.
in February 2006. www.quatech.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release includes forward-looking statements. You can
identify these statements by their forward-looking words such as
"may," "will," "expect," "anticipate," "believe," "guidance,"
"estimate," "intend," predict," and "continue" or similar words or any
connection with any discussion of future events or circumstances or of
management's current estimates or beliefs. Forward-looking statements
are subject to risks and uncertainties, and therefore results may
differ materially from those set forth in those statements. More
information about the risks and challenges faced by DPAC Technologies
Corp. is contained in the Securities and Exchange Commission filings
made by the Company on Form S-4, 10-K, 10-Q or 10-QSB and 8-K. DPAC
Technologies Corp. specifically disclaims any obligation to update or
revise any forward-looking statements whether as a result of new
information, future developments or otherwise.
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DPAC TECHNOLOGIES CORP.
Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheet Information
(unaudited)
(In 000's)
March 31, December 31,
2006 2005
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CURRENT ASSETS:
Cash and cash equivalents $ 41 $ 11
Accounts receivable, net 1,719 1,330
Inventories 1,702 1,633
Prepaid expenses and other current assets 240 119
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Total current assets 3,702 3,093
Property, net 412 282
Goodwill and intangible assets 9,040 4,196
Other assets 40 -
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TOTAL $ 13,194 $ 7,571
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CURRENT LIABILITIES:
Notes payable $ 268 $ -
Revolving credit facility 950 1,175
Current portion of long-term debt 304 1,125
Accounts payable 1,663 1,284
Accrued restructuring costs - current 562 -
Other accrued liabilities 631 591
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Total current liabilities 4,378 4,175
Deferred tax liability 183 324
Accrued restructuring costs 569 -
Long-term debt, net of current portion 4,206 1,773
Net stockholders' equity 3,858 1,299
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TOTAL $ 13,194 $ 7,571
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DPAC TECHNOLOGIES CORP.
Condensed Consolidated Statement of Income
(Unaudited)
(in 000's)
For the Quarter Ended:
March 31,
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2006 2005
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Net Sales $ 3,194 $ 1,975
Cost of sales 1,739 1,057
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Gross profit 1,455 918
COSTS AND EXPENSES:
Sales and marketing 603 368
Research and development 265 164
General and administrative 561 353
Restructuring charges 78 -
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Total costs and expenses 1,507 885
LOSS FROM OPERATIONS (52) 33
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INTEREST EXPENSE 333 141
OTHER EXPENSE - 13
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LOSS BEFORE INCOME TAXES (385) (121)
INCOME TAX BENEFIT 139 40
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NET LOSS $ (246) $ (81)
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NET GAIN (LOSS) PER SHARE:
Net Loss - Basic and diluted $ (0.00) $ (0.00)
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Basic and diluted shares 73,760 42,016
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CONTACT: DPAC Technologies
Steve Vukadinovich, 714-898-0007
Steve.Vukadinovich@dpactech.com
or
QuaTech, Inc.
Steve Runkel, 330-655-9000
Steve.Runkel@Quatech.com