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PRESS RELEASE
Transpro Completes Sale of Heavy Duty OEM Business to Modine Manufacturing
Company
Wednesday March 2
NEW HAVEN, Conn.--March 2, 2005--Transpro, Inc. (AMEX: TPR) today announced that
it has completed the previously announced sale of its heavy duty OEM business to
Modine Manufacturing Company (NYSE: MOD) for $17 million in cash. The heavy duty
OEM business generated net sales of approximately $50 million in 2004. The
Company will use the proceeds from the sale primarily to pay down debt. As a
result of this transaction, Transpro expects to report a one-time gain of
approximately $6 million in the first quarter of 2005.
As previously announced, the sale of Transpro's heavy duty OEM business was
agreed to in connection with the proposed merger of Modine's aftermarket
business, debt free, into Transpro. The parties intend to close the merger
during the second quarter of 2005, subject to customary conditions, including
the approval of Transpro's shareholders.
"The sale of our heavy duty OEM business to Modine marks an important milestone
for Transpro", said Charles E. Johnson, President and CEO of Transpro, Inc.
"With this event we are one step closer to completing a set of transforming
transactions, through which we will concentrate our business efforts on our
aftermarket business, enhance our leadership position in the heat transfer
aftermarket business, increase our geographic and product scope, and attain the
financial strength and flexibility we need to succeed in today's competitive
environment".
Mr. Johnson concluded, "The Company's OEM Business Unit, originally known as G&O
Manufacturing Company, has been in operation since 1915 and has been a leader
over the years in heavy duty heat transfer product design and service to its
customers. The marketplace it serves has become highly concentrated on a global
basis, and this deal with Modine will provide a home for this operation,
including its primary Jackson, Mississippi plant, which has a long- term track
record of success. We wish all our Jackson associates the very best of success
and thank them for their long service to Transpro and its precedent companies".
About Transpro
Transpro, Inc. is a leading manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket heat
transfer and temperature control products for automotive and heavy-duty
applications.
Transpro, Inc.'s Strategic Corporate Values Are:
o Being An Exemplary Corporate Citizen
o Employing Exceptional People
o Dedication To World-Class Quality Standards
o Market Leadership Through Superior Customer Service
o Commitment to Exceptional Financial Performance
About Modine Manufacturing Company
Founded in 1916, Modine Manufacturing Company specializes in thermal management
systems and components, bringing heating and cooling technology and solutions to
diversified global markets. Modine's products are used in light, medium, and
heavy-duty vehicles, HVAC (heating, ventilation, air conditioning) equipment,
industrial equipment, refrigeration systems, fuel cells and electronics. Modine
employs more than 8,500 people at 35 facilities worldwide. More information
about Modine can be found at www.modine.com.
Forward-Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the
Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such statements include, but
are not limited to, statements about the benefits of the transaction, including
future financial and operating results, plans, objectives, expectations and
intentions and other statements that are not historical facts. Such statements
are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of Transpro's management and
are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ
from those set forth in the forward-looking statements. When used in this press
release the terms "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "expect", "may,"
"objective", "plan", "possible", "potential", "project", "will" and similar
expressions identify forward-looking statements.
Due to the foregoing conditions and other factors, there can be no assurance
that the transaction will be completed, or as to its ultimate timing and terms.
The following factors, among others, could cause actual results to differ from
those set forth in the forward-looking statements: (1) the possibility that the
companies may be unable to obtain required corporate and regulatory approvals or
to satisfy other conditions for the transaction; (2) the risk that the
businesses will not be integrated successfully; (3) the risk that the cost
savings and any revenue synergies from the transaction may not be fully realized
or may take longer to realize than expected; (4) disruption from the transaction
making it more difficult to maintain relationships with clients, employees or
suppliers; (5) the transaction may involve unexpected costs; (6) increased
competition and its effect on pricing, spending, third-party relationships and
revenues; (7) the risk of new and changing regulation in the U.S. and
internationally; (8) the possibility that Transpro's businesses may suffer as a
result of the transaction; and (9) other uncertainties and risks beyond the
control of Transpro. Additional factors that could cause Transpro's results to
differ materially from those described in the forward-looking statements can be
found in the Annual Report on Form 10-K of Transpro, in the Quarterly Reports on
Forms 10-Q of Transpro, and Transpro's other filings with the SEC. Transpro
assumes no obligation and expressly disclaims any duty to update information
contained in this press release except as required by law.
Additional Information About the Transaction and Where to Find It
In connection with the transaction, Modine and Transpro will file relevant
materials with the SEC, including one or more registration statement(s) that
contain a prospectus and a proxy/information statement. Stockholders are urged
to read the prospectus and proxy/information statement regarding the transaction
when it becomes available, because it will contain important information about
Modine, Transpro and the transaction. Stockholders will be able to obtain a free
copy of the prospectus and proxy/information statement, as well as other filings
containing information about Modine and Transpro, without charge, at the SEC's
Internet site (http://www.sec.gov) and the companies' respective Internet sites
at www.modine.com and www.transpro.com.
Modine, Transpro, and their respective directors and executive officers may be
deemed to be participants in the solicitations of proxies in respect of the
transaction. Information regarding Modine's directors and executive officers is
available in its proxy statement filed with the SEC by Modine on June 14, 2004,
and information regarding Transpro's directors and executive officers is
available in its proxy statement filed with the SEC on March 29, 2004. Other
information regarding the participants in the proxy solicitation and a
description of their direct and indirect interests, by security holdings or
otherwise, will be contained in the prospectus and proxy/information statement
and other relevant materials to be filed with the SEC.
Contact:
Transpro, Inc.
Richard A. Wisot, 203-859-3552
or
Financial Dynamics
Investor Relations:
Christine Mohrmann, Eric Boyriven, Alexandra Tramont
212-850-5600

EX - 99 . 1 4 file004 . htm PRESS RELEASE Transpro Completes Sale of Heavy Duty OEM Business to Modine Manufacturing Company Wednesday March 2 NEW HAVEN , Conn . -- March 2 , 2005 -- Transpro , Inc . ( AMEX : TPR ) today announced that it has completed the previously announced sale of its heavy duty OEM business to Modine Manufacturing Company ( NYSE : MOD ) for $ 17 million in cash . The heavy duty OEM business generated net sales of approximately $ 50 million in 2004 . The Company will use the proceeds from the sale primarily to pay down debt . As a result of this transaction , Transpro expects to report a one - time gain of approximately $ 6 million in the first quarter of 2005 . As previously announced , the sale of Transpro 's heavy duty OEM business was agreed to in connection with the proposed merger of Modine 's aftermarket business , debt free , into Transpro . The parties intend to close the merger during the second quarter of 2005 , subject to customary conditions , including the approval of Transpro 's shareholders . " The sale of our heavy duty OEM business to Modine marks an important milestone for Transpro " , said Charles E . Johnson , President and CEO of Transpro , Inc . " With this event we are one step closer to completing a set of transforming transactions , through which we will concentrate our business efforts on our aftermarket business , enhance our leadership position in the heat transfer aftermarket business , increase our geographic and product scope , and attain the financial strength and flexibility we need to succeed in today ' s competitive environment " . Mr . Johnson concluded , " The Company 's OEM Business Unit , originally known as G & O Manufacturing Company , has been in operation since 1915 and has been a leader over the years in heavy duty heat transfer product design and service to its customers . The marketplace it serves has become highly concentrated on a global basis , and this deal with Modine will provide a home for this operation , including its primary Jackson , Mississippi plant , which has a long - term track record of success . We wish all our Jackson associates the very best of success and thank them for their long service to Transpro and its precedent companies " . About Transpro Transpro , Inc . is a leading manufacturer and distributor of aftermarket heat transfer and temperature control products for automotive and heavy - duty applications . Transpro , Inc . 's Strategic Corporate Values Are : o Being An Exemplary Corporate Citizen o Employing Exceptional People o Dedication To World - Class Quality Standards o Market Leadership Through Superior Customer Service o Commitment to Exceptional Financial Performance About Modine Manufacturing Company Founded in 1916 , Modine Manufacturing Company specializes in thermal management systems and components , bringing heating and cooling technology and solutions to diversified global markets . Modine 's products are used in light , medium , and heavy - duty vehicles , HVAC ( heating , ventilation , air conditioning ) equipment , industrial equipment , refrigeration systems , fuel cells and electronics . Modine employs more than 8,500 people at 35 facilities worldwide . More information about Modine can be found at www.modine.com . Forward - Looking Statements This press release contains forward - looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 . Such statements include , but are not limited to , statements about the benefits of the transaction , including future financial and operating results , plans , objectives , expectations and intentions and other statements that are not historical facts . Such statements are based upon the current beliefs and expectations of Transpro 's management and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties . Actual results may differ from those set forth in the forward - looking statements . When used in this press release the terms " anticipate " , " believe " , " estimate " , " expect " , " may , " " objective " , " plan " , " possible " , " potential " , " project " , " will " and similar expressions identify forward - looking statements . Due to the foregoing conditions and other factors , there can be no assurance that the transaction will be completed , or as to its ultimate timing and terms . The following factors , among others , could cause actual results to differ from those set forth in the forward - looking statements : ( 1 ) the possibility that the companies may be unable to obtain required corporate and regulatory approvals or to satisfy other conditions for the transaction ; ( 2 ) the risk that the businesses will not be integrated successfully ; ( 3 ) the risk that the cost savings and any revenue synergies from the transaction may not be fully realized or may take longer to realize than expected ; ( 4 ) disruption from the transaction making it more difficult to maintain relationships with clients , employees or suppliers ; ( 5 ) the transaction may involve unexpected costs ; ( 6 ) increased competition and its effect on pricing , spending , third - party relationships and revenues ; ( 7 ) the risk of new and changing regulation in the U . S . and internationally ; ( 8 ) the possibility that Transpro 's businesses may suffer as a result of the transaction ; and ( 9 ) other uncertainties and risks beyond the control of Transpro . Additional factors that could cause Transpro 's results to differ materially from those described in the forward - looking statements can be found in the Annual Report on Form 10 - K of Transpro , in the Quarterly Reports on Forms 10 - Q of Transpro , and Transpro 's other filings with the SEC . Transpro assumes no obligation and expressly disclaims any duty to update information contained in this press release except as required by law . Additional Information About the Transaction and Where to Find It In connection with the transaction , Modine and Transpro will file relevant materials with the SEC , including one or more registration statement ( s ) that contain a prospectus and a proxy / information statement . Stockholders are urged to read the prospectus and proxy / information statement regarding the transaction when it becomes available , because it will contain important information about Modine , Transpro and the transaction . Stockholders will be able to obtain a free copy of the prospectus and proxy / information statement , as well as other filings containing information about Modine and Transpro , without charge , at the SEC 's Internet site ( http://www.sec.gov ) and the companies ' respective Internet sites at www.modine.com and www.transpro.com . Modine , Transpro , and their respective directors and executive officers may be deemed to be participants in the solicitations of proxies in respect of the transaction . Information regarding Modine 's directors and executive officers is available in its proxy statement filed with the SEC by Modine on June 14 , 2004 , and information regarding Transpro 's directors and executive officers is available in its proxy statement filed with the SEC on March 29 , 2004 . Other information regarding the participants in the proxy solicitation and a description of their direct and indirect interests , by security holdings or otherwise , will be contained in the prospectus and proxy / information statement and other relevant materials to be filed with the SEC . Contact : Transpro , Inc . Richard A . Wisot , 203 - 859 - 3552 or Financial Dynamics Investor Relations : Christine Mohrmann , Eric Boyriven , Alexandra Tramont 212 - 850 - 5600
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