Kennametal Inc. · NYSE:KMT

Kennametal — Financial Executives International (October 2005)

20 slides from Kennametal's conference presentation, Oct 19, 2005

  1. Slide 1: Earning the Right to Grow

    Financial Executives International Earning the Right to Grow Markos I. Tambakeras October 19, 2005

  2. Slide 2: Who We Are

    3 Who We Are... Founded 1938 $2.3 Billion Annual Global Sales 14,000 Employees in 60 countries 1,000 Engineers/2,300 Patents Market leader in every target market Geographic Volume Balance The Americas Europe ROW 0.5 0.3 0.2 Auto Truck Off Road General Engineering Aerospace Energy Mining & Constructi

  3. Slide 3: What We Do

    What We Do... Founded on complex metallurgical consumables Used across all aspects of manufacturing, mining, construction, energy exploration, and specialty 'wear' applications Products consumed in the manufacturing process Deliver 3-4 times value relative to cost Best economics throughout the custo

  4. Slide 4: Kennametal Years Ago

    Kennametal 6 Years Ago: BUT... Excellent global brands Strong market share Quality reputation Great fundamentals 9

  5. Slide 5: Vision, Ambitions and Values

    Vision "To be the premier consumable materials company in tooling solutions, engineered components and advanced materials." Ambitions Consistent Top Tier Performer Grow Faster than Market 40% Sales from New Products Best in Customer Satisfaction Employees as Major Shareowners Employer of Choice for

  6. Slide 6: Priorities - Responding to the Challenges

    Priorities-Responding to the Challenges Fix the balance sheet-obsessive focus on cash flow Earn and preserve investment grade rating Reward results AND effort Stress accountability-DWYSYWD Re-establish confidence and competitiveness Earn the Right to Grow 13

  7. Slide 7: Achieving the Strategic Intent

    Achieving the Strategic Intent Cost Reductions Reduce Debt / Working Capital Major Operational Improvements Organizational Development New Product Development Sales Force Revitalization Accelerated Growth 2005 Portfolio Enhancement 2000 15

  8. Slide 8: KVBS - Our Business Model for Systematic Execution

    KVBS - Our Business Model for Systematic Execution Strategic Planning Consistent development of a long-term business strategy in alignment with our key values and ambitions. ACE - Product Development Stage-gated product development process for bringing new products to market. Customer Acquisition A

  9. Slide 9: FY05 Performance Highlights

    FY05 Performance Highlights Record sales of $2.3 billion Record EPS Growth of 55% On top of over 50% growth in 2004 Top quartile performance in cash flow from operations at 9% of sales Debt to Capital at 31% Investment grade rating across the board PWC at 22% - lowest ever 19

  10. Slide 10: Key Performance Indicators FY2003 - 2005

    Key Performance Indicators FY2003 - 2005 ($-Millions) 1st Qtr 2nd Qtr 3rd Qtr 4th Qtr East 20.4 27.4 90 20.4 West 30.6 38.6 34.6 31.6 North 45.9 46.9 45 43.9 2003 2004 2005 Return on Invested Capital 0.032 0.066 0.091 2003 2004 2005 Debt / Capital 0.415 0.328 0.306 2003 2004 2005 Sales 1759 1971 230

  11. Slide 11: Key Performance Indicators FY2003 - 2005

    Key Performance Indicators FY2003 - 2005 ($-Millions) 1st Qtr 2nd Qtr 3rd Qtr 4th Qtr East 20.4 27.4 90 20.4 West 30.6 38.6 34.6 31.6 North 45.9 46.9 45 43.9 2003 2004 2005 Free Operating Cash Flow 182 178 202 2003 2004 2005 % Primary Working Capital 0.282 0.254 0.224 2003 2004 2005 Space 7473 7149

  12. Slide 12: The Road to Premier

    The Road to Premier Sales EBIT ROIC Market Share Customer Satisfaction Rating New Products Balance... Sales-1/3, 1/3, 1/3 Portfolio End Markets 10+% 12 - - 15% 12 - - 15% 25% Top 2 >40% Ambitions Focus 25

  13. Slide 13: Challenges

    Challenges 22% competitive disadvantage Tax Burdens Regulation & Compliance Costs Frivolous Litigation US Manufacturers PA Manufacturers CNIT Among Highest in US (top 2 at 9.99%) Apportionment for CNIT 20-20-60 NOL Limits CSFT Double Taxation Threat of Mandatory Unitary Combined Reporting 29

  14. Slide 14: Responding to the Manufacturing Challenges

    Responding to the Manufacturing Challenges Develop a Partnership of Private Sector and Government Entities - URGENT Emphasize the Importance of Manufacturing to our Economy Accounts for nearly 1/5 of the US gross national product Standing alone, would be fifth-largest economy in the world Enlist Edu

  15. Slide 15: Industry Challenges

    Industry Challenges Cyclical nature of the economy Manufacturing footprint mostly in high-cost countries Ascendancy of China and India High and volatile raw materials costs Threats to intellectual property Protectionism 33

  16. Slide 16: Responding to the Industry Challenges

    Responding to the Industry Challenges Relentless focus on lowest global cost Obsessive commitment to technology and innovation Unwavering commitment to top talent Global and end - market balance Broad portfolio 35

  17. Slide 17: Lessons Learned on the Journey

    Lessons Learned on the Journey Develop a sense of urgency Stay focused Maintain high expectations Be consistent Don't tolerate "Good Enough" Respect the culture, but don't be held hostage by it Be the recruiter and personal trainer for your people 37

  18. Slide 18: Role of the Finance Community

    Role of the Finance Community Minimum Expectations: Be role model, practitioner and preacher of integrity Provide timely, accurate information Function as a business partner-anticipate Be relentless in pursuit of lowest cost structure Constructively question and challenge No Surprises 39

  19. Slide 19: We Are Only at the Start of Our Journey

    WE ARE ONLY AT THE START OF OUR JOURNEY TO BECOME A PREMIER COMPANY. 41

  20. Slide 20: Q&A

    Q&A Markos I. Tambakeras October 19, 2005 43

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