AAON Inc. reported unaudited consolidated earnings results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2017. For the quarter, the company reported net sales of USD 86,078,000 compared to USD 85,422,000 a year ago. Income from operations was USD 14,457,000 compared to USD 16,826,000 a year ago. Income before taxes was USD 14,528,000 compared to USD 17,017,000 a year ago. Net income was USD 10,217,000 compared to USD 11,551,000 a year ago. Diluted earnings per share were USD 0.19 compared to USD 0.22 a year ago. Net cash provided by operating activities was USD 10,166,000 compared to USD 15,993,000 a year ago. Capital expenditures were USD 6,071,000 compared to USD 7,332,000 a year ago. EBITDAX, a non-GAAP measure was USD 19,751,000 compared to USD 21,062,000 a year ago. Sales increased primarily due to increased volume as compared to the prior year, offset by changes in product mix.

The estimated annual 2017 effective tax rate, excluding discrete events, is expected to be approximately 36.0%. Effective rate is lower than expected rate of 36.0%, primarily due to excess tax benefits.