Clearfield, Inc. Files 8-K with Bylaw Amendments
Ticker: CLFD · Form: 8-K · Filed: Dec 12, 2025 · CIK: 796505
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Company | Clearfield, Inc. (CLFD) |
| Form Type | 8-K |
| Filed Date | Dec 12, 2025 |
| Risk Level | low |
| Pages | 3 |
| Reading Time | 3 min |
| Key Dollar Amounts | $0.01 |
| Sentiment | neutral |
Sentiment: neutral
Topics: corporate-governance, filing, amendment
Related Tickers: CLFD
TL;DR
Clearfield (CLFD) filed an 8-K on 12/10/25 for bylaw changes & exhibits.
AI Summary
Clearfield, Inc. filed an 8-K on December 10, 2025, reporting amendments to its Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws and filing financial statements and exhibits. The company, previously known as APA Enterprises, Inc. and APA OPTICS INC /MN/, is incorporated in Minnesota and has its principal executive offices in Brooklyn Park, MN.
Why It Matters
This filing indicates potential changes in the company's governance structure or operational framework, which could impact its strategic direction and shareholder rights.
Risk Assessment
Risk Level: low — The filing is routine and reports standard corporate actions without immediate financial implications.
Key Players & Entities
- Clearfield, Inc. (company) — Registrant
- APA Enterprises, Inc. (company) — Former Company Name
- APA OPTICS INC /MN/ (company) — Former Company Name
- Minnesota (jurisdiction) — State of Incorporation
- Brooklyn Park, MN (location) — Principal Executive Offices
FAQ
What specific amendments were made to Clearfield, Inc.'s Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws?
The filing indicates that amendments were made, but the specific details of these amendments are not provided in the summary information.
When was the earliest event reported in this 8-K filing?
The earliest event reported in this 8-K filing was on December 10, 2025.
What is Clearfield, Inc.'s Standard Industrial Classification code?
Clearfield, Inc.'s Standard Industrial Classification code is 3661, for TELEPHONE & TELEGRAPH APPARATUS.
What were Clearfield, Inc.'s former company names?
Clearfield, Inc.'s former company names were APA Enterprises, Inc. and APA OPTICS INC /MN/.
Where are Clearfield, Inc.'s principal executive offices located?
Clearfield, Inc.'s principal executive offices are located at 7050 Winnetka Avenue North, Suite 100, Brooklyn Park, MN 55428.
Filing Stats: 866 words · 3 min read · ~3 pages · Grade level 15.6 · Accepted 2025-12-12 17:00:28
Key Financial Figures
- $0.01 — nge on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value CLFD The Nasdaq Stock Mark
Filing Documents
- f8k_121025.htm (8-K) — 26KB
- exh_31.htm (EX-3.1) — 182KB
- 0001171843-25-007921.txt ( ) — 411KB
- clfd-20251210_lab.xml (EX-101.LAB) — 33KB
- clfd-20251210_pre.xml (EX-101.PRE) — 22KB
- clfd-20251210.xsd (EX-101.SCH) — 3KB
- f8k_121025_htm.xml (XML) — 4KB
03. Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year
Item 5.03. Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year. On December 10, 2025, upon recommendation of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee, the Board of Directors (the "Board") of Clearfield, Inc. (the "Company") approved and adopted amendments to the Company's Amended and Restated Bylaws (the "Bylaws"), effective immediately, to implement proxy access, make changes in connection with the Securities and Exchange Commission rules regarding universal proxy cards (the "Universal Proxy Rules"), make changes in connection with the Minnesota Business Corporation Act exclusive forum provision, and to make certain other changes. The amendments reflected in the Bylaws include the following, among others: (i) adding provisions to allow a shareholder, or a group of up to 20 shareholders, owning 3% or more of the Company's outstanding common stock continuously for at least three years to nominate and include in the Company's proxy materials director-nominees constituting up to two individuals or 20% of the Board (whichever is greater), provided that the shareholder(s) and the director-nominee(s) satisfy the requirements specified in the Bylaws; (ii) adding a requirement that any director nominee proposed by a shareholder furnish to the Company, if requested, a completed and signed questionnaire required of the Company's directors; (iii) adding a requirement that any shareholder who intends to solicit proxies in support of a director nominee certify to the Company that such shareholder has complied with or will comply with the requirements of the Universal Proxy Rules and, if requested by the Company, will provide reasonable evidence of such compliance no later than five business days prior to the date of the applicable meeting of shareholders; (iv) clarifying that the Company is allowed to consider certain shareholder nominations of director candidates to be null and void where any shareholder fails to comply with the Universal Proxy
01. Financial Statements and Exhibits
Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits. Exhibit No. Description 3.1 Clearfield, Inc. Amended and Restated Bylaws as adopted December 10, 2025. 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (included within the Inline XBRL document). SIGNATURE Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. CLEARFIELD, INC. By: /s/ Cheryl Beranek Dated: December 12, 2025 Cheryl Beranek, Chief Executive Officer