Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Enpro reported organic sales growth of nearly 10% during the third quarter, with total sales of $286.6 million, an increase of nearly 10% year-over-year [4][15] - Adjusted EBITDA for the third quarter was $69.3 million, an increase of 8% compared to the prior year, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 24.2%, slightly down from last year [15][24] - Adjusted diluted earnings per share increased more than 14% to $1.99, driven by improved adjusted EBITDA and lower net interest expense [15][24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - In sealing technologies, sales increased 5.7% to $178.2 million, driven by strength in aerospace and food and biopharma applications, with adjusted segment EBITDA margin remaining strong at over 32% [8][16] - Advanced surface technologies (AST) segment sales increased more than 17% to $108.5 million, with adjusted segment EBITDA margin at 20.1% [8][18] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The sealing technologies segment saw firm aftermarket demand in general industrial and commercial vehicle markets, while the commercial vehicle OEM market remained weak [16][25] - In AST, demand for capital equipment was choppy, with some strength observed in lower margin semiconductor tools and assemblies [18][21] Company Strategy and Development Direction - Enpro is advancing its Enpro 3.0 strategy with acquisitions of Overlook Industries and Alpha Measurement Solutions, expected to enhance capabilities in critical growth areas [5][6] - The company aims to unlock compounding features of its business model and drive value creation, with expected mid-single digit revenue growth in sealing technologies and high single to low double digit growth in AST over time [11][12] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the sealing segment's ability to generate consistent profitability and expects continued strong performance in the fourth quarter, particularly in aerospace and food and pharma markets [12][25] - The AST segment is expected to experience a sequential deceleration in sales growth in the fourth quarter due to ongoing choppiness in semiconductor equipment spending [26] Other Important Information - Enpro's balance sheet remains strong, with a net leverage ratio of 1.2 times trailing 12-month adjusted EBITDA, expected to rise to around 2 times following the completion of recent acquisitions [22][23] - The company generated $105 million in free cash flow year to date, an increase from $83 million last year, and plans to continue investing in growth opportunities while returning capital to shareholders [23][24] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide details on the acquisitions? - The combined revenue from both acquisitions is expected to be about $60 million in 2026, with high single to low double digit growth rates anticipated [30][31] Question: What is the expected revenue contribution from the acquisitions in Q4? - Approximately $10 million in revenue and $3 million in EBITDA are included in the Q4 guidance from both acquisitions [32] Question: When can we expect better incrementals in the AST business? - Incrementals are expected to normalize as investments begin to pay off, with historical incrementals around 40% [34][37] Question: How do you view the compositional analysis market? - The compositional analysis space is seen as a significant opportunity for innovation and growth, with expectations for further M&A opportunities in this area [40][41] Question: What is the outlook for the nuclear and commercial space markets? - The company remains optimistic about the nuclear market's development and is well-positioned to participate as it grows [44][50]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In Q1 2025, total sales reached $273.2 million, reflecting a 6% increase year-over-year, driven by strong performance in Sealing Technologies and Advanced Surface Technologies (AST) [11] - Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter was $67.8 million, up over 16% compared to the prior year, with an adjusted EBITDA margin of 24.8%, expanding by 210 basis points year-over-year [12][19] - Adjusted diluted earnings per share increased by 21% to $1.9, supported by the factors driving adjusted EBITDA growth [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sealing Technologies segment sales increased by 4.7% to $179.6 million, with adjusted segment EBITDA rising nearly 11% and a margin of 32.7% [13][14] - Advanced Surface Technologies saw a 9.1% increase in sales to nearly $94 million, with adjusted segment EBITDA up 18.5% and a margin of 21.9% [15][16] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The aerospace, general industrial, and food and pharma markets contributed to the growth in Sealing Technologies, while commercial vehicle OEM demand remained weak [6][14] - In the AST segment, double-digit growth was noted in Precision Cleaning Solutions and Optical Coatings and Filters, despite ongoing volatility in semiconductor capital equipment spending [8][15] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on organic growth opportunities and capability expansions through acquisitions that meet strategic and financial criteria [7] - EnPro is positioned to leverage technological innovation and applied engineering expertise to gain market share, particularly in aerospace markets [7][8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in the company's ability to navigate economic uncertainties and emphasized the importance of agility and leadership development [5][10] - The guidance for 2025 remains unchanged, with expectations for sales growth in the low to mid-single-digit range and adjusted EBITDA between $262 million to $277 million [19][20] Other Important Information - The company amended its credit agreement to provide a revolving credit facility of up to $800 million, enhancing financial flexibility for strategic growth initiatives [17] - Free cash flow for Q1 was $11.6 million, with capital expenditures expected to be around $50 million for the year [18] Q&A Session Summary Question: Can you provide numbers regarding the minimal and manageable impact of tariffs? - Management indicated that most products are produced regionally, with minimal exposure to tariffs, particularly from imports [28][30] Question: Are there any end markets that are performing better or worse compared to 90 days ago? - Management feels equally positive about all markets, with commercial vehicle demand as expected and strong performance in aerospace and food and pharma [32][33] Question: What is the outlook for margin expansion in Sealing Technologies? - Margin expansion was primarily driven by favorable mix and strategic pricing initiatives, with strong demand in aftermarket and aerospace markets [56][58] Question: Any updates on the Arizona facility? - The facility is on track, with early revenue from testing and qualification expected to ramp up throughout the year [44][45] Question: Is M&A activity slowing down due to the current environment? - While M&A activity has slowed, the company remains focused on high-quality assets and is patient in its approach to acquisitions [50][51]