FLIR Systems, Inc. (FLIR)

Great return on investment over the past 5 years. Very strong balance sheet (current ratio). Average profit margin of 17.6% over the past 5 years. Low debt. Strong sales and EPS growth rates. Strong projected future growth. Greenblatt pick.

I like FLIR's consistency and growth potential. There seems to be long-term demand for its products across multiple industries. The recent deal with India was nice but what really caught my eye is that the company actually posted a decent (6.5%) increase in year-over-year second-quarter revenue. Not many companies can say that in this economy. Seems most preface their earnings with "given the current economic turmoil", not boasting of a revenue increase from last year.

US military spending is expected to take a hit; however, companies like FLIR provide systems that are used world wide and by more than just the military. When the economy turns around, so will this company's price per share.

A strong portfolio of commercial, residential and military infrared applications make this company non-cyclical and geared for growth. Their technology works well for energy efficiency, industrial efficiency, and security. Insider selling is discouraging but may simply be the exercising of stock options. Free cash flow is very strong and the company is at a discount to even a 10% fcf growth rate (w/ a 8% discount rate). Barriers to entry are high and the company is well known as an industry leader. Coupled with strong distribution and great margins this company is a winner. They are far from complacent and are constantly looking for new infrared applications.

I own some of this stock with real money and feel pretty strongly about it. It's a major player in making infrared and imaging equipment for government and commercial applications. Because of the continuous war on terrorism, it's likely to benefit for years to come from this trend. It's products are very price competitive, so they have been very well received in the marketplace. The company enjoys a high growth rate relative to it's price. At this time the P/E ratio is approximately equal to its growth rate, usually a very good sign for future prospects.

FLIR is the leader in infrared imaging technology. As the cost of this technolgy continues to decrease the adoption of their technolog/products will continue to increase and be seen in applications that were previously cost prohibative. With such a vast range of uses for this techology; defense, security, aviation, automotive, health (swine flu), etc FLIR will continue to have superior sales growth something many compays will have trouble with over the next 2-3years.

My darling! Bought in 2006 when my buddy got one of their cameras for his construction work and it's already doubled plus for me. But lately it is just a roller coaster offering 5-10% jumps that can be cashed in on pretty easily. I like to get in and out of this one.

FLIR system is a company that produces quality products for a variety of different industries. They have strong financials and good revenue outlook. They do a lot of business in the defense and security areas which is a strong plus with this technology. Everytime a new product comes out with higher resolution, smaller weight/size, and longer life on batteries or smaller power source the government will have to upgrade less they fall behind other emerging military powers. This is one of the technologies that those serious about defense and security cannot lack. I have seen the technology and every time a new product using their imaging comes out it just gets better and better. Strong perfomer in the future.

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World leader in Thermal Imaging and Infrared systems which has multiple uses across many industries.

Solid financial s with strong revenue growth. Continues to outperform in the long term.

This technology will continue to see expanded use by US DOD

Low relative PE, good star ranking, PEG & 09 PE still below normal - bottom fishing 7/20 picks.

Excellent fundamentals in an industry that's down right now but should improve over the next year.

Well established player in thermal imaging,infrared and surveillance equipment.I see the demand for years to come!!

Best in class supplier of the future and current weapons of war. Does anyone think there is going to be less surveillance or fewer "remotely" piloted weapons?

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Solid small company supplying not only military equipment but also making advanced technology used in law enforcement communities. With rising needs for LE hardware all over the world this is a company with good potential.

Strong fundamentals supported by long term government contracts for defense.

Infrared Thermal Imaging technology - used in home energy ratings and other energy related businesses.