-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, P9Zt/Y0ziRV3XZYg8n8wcbR1bV2RpwGFS9uScwN4TOfmg+Chwl/0BMCisJX3neX3 Ji0daFIKhZ6v4C3Jr239wA== 0001157523-05-004885.txt : 20050518 0001157523-05-004885.hdr.sgml : 20050518 20050518133104 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0001157523-05-004885 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 2 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20050518 ITEM INFORMATION: Regulation FD Disclosure ITEM INFORMATION: Financial Statements and Exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20050518 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20050518 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: ULTRALIFE BATTERIES INC CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000875657 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: MISCELLANEOUS ELECTRICAL MACHINERY, EQUIPMENT & SUPPLIES [3690] IRS NUMBER: 161387013 STATE OF INCORPORATION: DE FISCAL YEAR END: 1231 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 000-20852 FILM NUMBER: 05841057 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 2000 TECHNOLOGY PARKWAY CITY: NEWARK STATE: NY ZIP: 14513 BUSINESS PHONE: 3153327100 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 2000 TECHNOLOGY PARKWAY CITY: NEWARK STATE: NY ZIP: 14513 8-K 1 a4891344.txt ULTRALIFE BATTERIES, INC. UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K Current Report PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 18, 2005 ULTRALIFE BATTERIES, INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) Delaware (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) 0-20852 16-1387013 ------- ---------- (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 2000 Technology Parkway, Newark, New York 14513 (Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code) (315) 332-7100 (Registrant's telephone number, including area code) Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions: [_] Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) [_] Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) [_] Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b) [_] Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) 1 Item 7.01. Regulation FD Disclosure. Ultralife Batteries, Inc. (the "Company") has received an order valued in the mid six-figure dollar range from one of its Australian distributors for its HiRate(R) non-rechargeable lithium batteries for the Australian Defence Force to power the SOPHIE thermal imaging system. The Company's press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this Form 8-K, and the information set forth therein is furnished under Item 7.01. Item 9.01. Financial Statements, Pro Forma Financials and Exhibits. (a) Financial Statements of Business Acquired. Not applicable. (b) Pro Forma Financial Information. Not applicable. (c) Exhibits. 99.1 Press Release dated May 18, 2005. 2 SIGNATURE Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. ULTRALIFE BATTERIES, INC. Dated: May 18, 2005 By: /s/ Peter F. Comerford --------------------------- Peter F. Comerford Vice President of Administration & General Counsel 3 INDEX TO EXHIBITS Exhibits Description - -------- ----------- 99.1 Press Release dated May 18, 2005. EX-99.1 2 a4891344ex991.txt EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 Ultralife Batteries Receives Order for Batteries to Power Thermal Imagers for Australian Defence Force NEWARK, N.Y.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 18, 2005--Ultralife Batteries, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULBI) has received an order valued in the mid six-figure dollar range from one of its Australian distributors for its HiRate(R) non-rechargeable lithium batteries for the Australian Defence Force to power the SOPHIE thermal imaging system. Deliveries under this order are expected to be split equally between the 3rd and 4th quarters. John D. Kavazanjian, Ultralife's president and chief executive officer, said, "This order further demonstrates both our ability and commitment to develop and win military battery business on an international scale, leveraging the distribution network we have established. This year we are focused on strengthening our international representation, and we anticipate continued strong growth from non-U.S. government entities during 2005 and beyond." Ultralife's 15-volt, 6 ampere-hour lithium-manganese dioxide batteries power the SOPHIE binoculars and thermal imaging camera. Manufactured by THALES Optronique, SOPHIE is a lightweight multi-application portable binoculars and thermal imaging system designed for hand-held or remote-controlled day/night surveillance including bad weather conditions. More than 6,000 systems have been deployed in France, the U.K. and 43 other countries. About Ultralife Batteries, Inc. Ultralife is a global provider of power solutions for diverse applications. The company develops, manufactures and markets a wide range of non-rechargeable and rechargeable batteries, charging systems and accessories for use in military, industrial and consumer portable electronic products. Through its range of standard products and engineered solutions, Ultralife is able to provide the next generation of power systems. Industrial, retail and government customers include General Dynamics, Philips Medical Systems, Energizer, Kidde Safety, Lowe's, Radio Shack and the national defense agencies of the United States and United Kingdom, among others. Ultralife's headquarters, principal manufacturing and research facilities are in Newark, New York, near Rochester. Ultralife (UK) Ltd., a second manufacturing facility, is located in Abingdon, England. Both facilities are ISO-9001 certified. Detailed information about Ultralife is available at www.ultralifebatteries.com. This press release may contain forward-looking statements based on current expectations that involve a number of risks and uncertainties. The potential risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results to differ materially include: worsening global economic conditions, increased competitive environment and pricing pressures, disruptions related to restructuring actions and delays. Further information on these factors and other factors that could affect Ultralife's financial results is included in Ultralife's Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings, including the latest Annual Report on Form 10-K. Ultralife(R) and HiRate(R) are registered trademarks of Ultralife Batteries, Inc. CONTACT: Ultralife Batteries, Inc. Peter Comerford, 315-332-7100 pcomerford@ulbi.com or Investor Relations Contact: Lippert/Heilshorn & Associates, Inc. Jody Burfening, 212-838-3777 jburfening@lhai.com or Media Contact: Lippert/Heilshorn & Associates, Inc. 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