What is the principal business of Ultratech, Inc.?
We design, produce and sell major capital equipment, for applications in the semiconductor packaging and laser thermal processing realms. We also produce tools for the manufacture of nanotechnology.
How long has Ultratech, Inc. been in business?
The company has been a well recognized provider of capital equipment since 1979.
In which state is the company incorporated?
Ultratech, Inc. is incorporated in the State of Delaware.
Where are the corporate offices and facilities?
The main corporate offices and facilities are located in San Jose, California.
What is the size and nature of the company?
Ultratech, Inc. is a mid-sized company, with a few hundred employees. The company is comprised of engineering, manufacturing, and sales divisions, along with the facilities, financial, and management infrastructure.
What are the core areas of expertise?
The engineering, production, and marketing departments have expertise in optics, robotics, laser tools, and micro fabrication. We have more than thirty years of experience in the high technology arena. Papers published and archived in the "Technical Publications" area of the web site, www.ultratech.com, cover the range of the corporation's activities.
Is this the same company as Ultratech Stepper, Inc.?
Ultratech Stepper, Inc., was renamed to become Ultratech, Inc., in the recognition that our product family has grown beyond the original photolithography stepper tool.
Where may I find financial information on Ultratech, Inc.?
Financial information is available from the "Investors" area of our web site, www.ultratech.com.
May I purchase stock in Ultratech?
Stock purchases are on the NASDAQ market. A licensed stockbroker can purchase our stock for you. Ultratech, Inc., does not offer a direct stock purchase plan.
Under what exchange and what stock symbol is Ultratech, Inc., stock traded?
Ultratech, Inc., stock is traded on the NASDAQ exchange, under the symbol "UTEK".
When are the shareholder meetings and who may attend?
Any shareholder may attend the annual shareholder's meeting. These meetings are held at the Corporate Headquarters in San Jose, California. The meeting date is posted in the events section of the Ultratech, Inc., web site. The usual date is in late July of each year.
When are the next earnings release dates?
Earnings releases are in accordance with SEC regulations, and follow the end of each fiscal quarter.
May I listen to earnings conference calls?
The earnings conference calls are announced in the events section of the web site. You may register to listen to a conference, either by dialing in from a telephone, or by using a Internet connection and web browser. Instructions are available on the registration form, to be found on the web site. In addition, a press release is issued in the weeks prior to a earnings release, announcing the conference calls.
What is the fiscal year used for the company accounting?
The company's fiscal year runs from January 1st to December 31st.
Who audits the company accounts?
Details on company annual audits may be found in the annual report. You may request an annual report by using the Investor Relations information form on the web site.
When did Ultratech, Inc., issue an initial public offering, and for how many shares and at what price?
The initial public offering occurred on October 28, 1993. 2,530,000 shares were issued, at a price of $14 per share. Please note that there have been stock splits and additional offerings since that initial offering. The current outstanding shares and price may be found in the Investor Relations section of the Ultratech, Inc., web site.
Does Ultratech pay dividends?
As common with most corporations of our size, dividends are not offered at this time. All earnings are retained for the operation and expansion of the business, to increase the stock share value. There is no anticipation of paying cash dividends in the foreseeable future.
Does the company have a dividend reinvestment program (DRIP)?
No. At this time as dividends are not offered, there is no dividend reinvestment program.
How do I transfer my stock or change my address with the transfer agent? Whom should I contact in regards to questions about stock certificates?
You should contact our transfer agent:
Computershare Trust Co., N.A.
P.O. Box 43070
Providence, RI 02940-3070
Telephone
Toll free within the U.S.A.: 800-962-4284
Outside the U.S.A.: 781-575-3120
Web: www.computershare.com
A summary of stock related information:
Fiscal year ends each December. Earnings, announced prior to market, are posted on the web site in the "Investor Relations" area. The annual, 10-K and 10-Q reports are also available in the "Investor Relations" area, under the "SEC Filings" section. Stock symbol: UTEK on the NASDAQ exchange.
Do you have a mailing list?
Anyone may subscribed to our mailing list. A sign up form is available on the web site.
How may I get answers to other queries?
A general query form is provided via the web site or you may contact the investor relations department of the company.
Telephone: 800-222-1213 x3009
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