HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. - SEC Filings, Annual Report, Proxy Statement

Hardinge, Inc.
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SEC Filings
All companies that sell securities in the United States must register with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and file reports on a regular basis. These reports include company annual reports (10K, 10Q), news updates (8K), investor presentations (found in 8Ks), insider trades (form 4), ownership reports (13D, and 13G), and reports related to the specific securities sold, such as registration statements and prospectus. This page shows recent SEC filings related to Hardinge, Inc.
SEC Filings (Chronological Order)
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June 4, 2018 15-12G

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. 15-12G

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 15 CERTIFICATION AND NOTICE OF TERMINATION OF REGISTRATION UNDER SECTION 12(g) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 OR SUSPENSION OF DUTY TO FILE REPORTS UNDER SECTIONS 13 AND 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Commission File Number 000-15760 HARDINGE INC. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter

May 31, 2018 S-8 POS

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 31, 2018 Registration No.

May 31, 2018 S-8 POS

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 31, 2018 Registration No.

May 31, 2018 S-8 POS

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 31, 2018 Registration No.

May 31, 2018 S-8 POS

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. S-8 POS

As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on May 31, 2018 Registration No.

May 31, 2018 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 25, 2018 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number)

May 30, 2018 EX-1.01

Hardinge Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For the Year Ended December 31, 2017

EX-1.01 2 ex101hdng2017conflictminer.htm EXHIBIT 1.01 Exhibit 1.01 Hardinge Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For the Year Ended December 31, 2017 In this report, unless otherwise indicated or the context otherwise requires, references to “we,” “us,” “our,” the “Company” and “Hardinge” refer to Hardinge Inc. This Conflict Minerals Report (this “Report”) is filed as Exhibit 1.01 to the Specialized Disc

May 30, 2018 SD

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) One Hardinge Drive Elmira, NY 14,903 (Address of principal executive

May 29, 2018 EX-3.2

Amended and Restated Bylaws of Hardinge Inc.

Exhibit 3.2 AMENDED AND RESTATED BY-LAWS OF HARDINGE INC. ARTICLE I OFFICES 1.1 Office. The principal office of Hardinge Inc. (the “Corporation”) shall be established and maintained either within or without the State of New York, at such place or places as the board of directors of the Corporation (the “Board of Directors”) may from time to time appoint or the business of the Corporation may requi

May 29, 2018 EX-3.1

Restated Certificate of Incorporation of Hardinge Inc.

Exhibit 3.1 RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF HARDINGE INC. Under Section 807 of the Business Corporation Law of the State of New York: The undersigned, being a natural person of at least 18 years of age and acting as the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation, certifies that: 1. The name of the Corporation is Hardinge Inc. The name under which the Corporation was formed i

May 29, 2018 EX-99.1

PRIVET FUND MANAGEMENT LLC COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF GLOBAL MACHINE TOOL SOLUTIONS PROVIDER HARDINGE INC.

EXHIBIT 99.1 For Media Inquiries: Dana Harris 978.440.8392 [email protected] For Company Inquiries: Allan Snider 607.378.4232 [email protected] PRIVET FUND MANAGEMENT LLC COMPLETES ACQUISITION OF GLOBAL MACHINE TOOL SOLUTIONS PROVIDER HARDINGE INC. Berwyn, PA, May 29, 2018 — Privet Fund Management LLC today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Hardinge Inc., a leading globa

May 29, 2018 8-K

Changes in Control of Registrant, Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement, Material Modification to Rights of Security Holders, Notice of Delisting or Failure to Satisfy a Continued Listing Rule or Standard; Transfer of Listing, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets, Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 25, 2018 Hardinge Inc.

May 22, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 22, 2018 Hardinge Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identif

May 22, 2018 EX-99.1

HARDINGE STOCKHOLDERS APPROVE MERGER WITH PRIVET

EXHIBIT 99.1 HARDINGE STOCKHOLDERS APPROVE MERGER WITH PRIVET Elmira, N.Y., May 22, 2018 — Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ:HDNG) (“Hardinge” or the “Company”) a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions and accessories, today announced that Hardinge shareholders voted at a special meeting of shareholders held today to adopt the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of February 12,

May 16, 2018 EX-2.1

Amendment No. 1, dated as of May 16, 2018, to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of February 12, 2018, by and among Hardinge Inc., Hardinge Holdings, LLC and Hardinge Merger Sub, Inc.

Exhibit 2.1 AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER THIS AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER (this “Amendment”), dated as of May 16, 2018, is made by and among Hardinge Holdings, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Parent”), Hardinge Merger Sub, Inc., a New York corporation and a direct wholly owned Subsidiary of Parent (“Acquisition Sub”), and Hardinge Inc., a New York

May 16, 2018 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 16, 2018 Hardinge Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identif

May 16, 2018 DEFA14A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 16, 2018 Hardinge Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identif

May 16, 2018 EX-2.1

Amendment No. 1, dated as of May 16, 2018, to the Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of February 12, 2018, by and among Hardinge Inc., Hardinge Holdings, LLC and Hardinge Merger Sub, Inc.

Exhibit 2.1 AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER

May 16, 2018 SC 13E3/A

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May 14, 2018 DEFA14A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) o Defin

May 11, 2018 8-K

Other Events

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 11, 2018 Hardinge Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identif

May 11, 2018 DEFA14A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. 8-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 11, 2018 Hardinge Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in its Charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identif

May 3, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 3, 2018 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number)

May 3, 2018 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports First Quarter 2018 Results

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, N.Y. 14903 Hardinge Reports First Quarter 2018 Results ELMIRA, N.Y., May 3, 2018 - Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ: HDNG), a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions and accessories, reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2018. Sales, Orders and Backlog for First Quarter Sales for the firs

May 3, 2018 10-Q

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2018 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 0

April 30, 2018 DEFA14A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A PROXY STATEMENT PURSUANT TO SECTION 14(a) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Filed by the Registrant ☒ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☐ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ☐ Definitive Proxy State

April 25, 2018 EX-99.1

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Exhibit 99.1 [EXPLANATORY NOTE: “***” indicates the portion of this exhibit that has been omitted and separately filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission pursuant to a request for confidential treatment.] February 12, 2018 HARDINGE HOLDINGS, LLC PRIVET FUND MANAGEMENT, LLC 79 West Paces Ferry Road 2nd Floor Atlanta, GA 30305 Attn: Ryan Levenson Ladies and Gentlemen: Financing. Pursuant to

April 25, 2018 SC 13D/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / Privet Fund LP - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 7)* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) Privet Fund LP Attn: Ryan Levenson 79 West Paces Ferry Road, Suite 200B Atlanta, GA 30305 With a copy to: Rick Miller Bryan Cav

April 16, 2018 DEFA14A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant x Filed by a Party other than the Registrant o Check the appropriate box: o Preliminary Proxy Statement o Confidential, for Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) o Definitive Proxy State

April 16, 2018 DEFM14A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. DEFM14A

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April 16, 2018 SC 13E3/A

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March 28, 2018 PRER14A

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March 28, 2018 CORRESP

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. CORRESP

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March 28, 2018 SC 13E3/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / Hardinge Inc - SC 13E3/A

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March 9, 2018 EX-10.52

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March 9, 2018 EX-21

Name and Address of Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Percentage of Ownership Hardinge Credit Co., Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, New York 14902 New York 100% Hardinge Technology Systems, Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, New York 14902 New Yor

Exhibit 21 Name and Address of Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Percentage of Ownership Hardinge Credit Co.

March 9, 2018 10-K

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. 10-K (Annual Report)

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2017 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 000-15

March 5, 2018 PREM14A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. PREM14A

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March 5, 2018 EX-99.(B)(2)

Amendment to Commitment Letter $115,000,000 Senior Secured Term Loan Facility

Exhibit (b)(2) February 22, 2018 HARDINGE HOLDINGS, LLC PRIVET FUND MANAGEMENT, LLC 79 West Paces Ferry Road 2nd Floor Atlanta, GA 30305 Attn: Ryan Levenson Amendment to Commitment Letter $115,000,000 Senior Secured Term Loan Facility Ladies and Gentlemen: Reference is made to that certain Commitment Letter dated as of February 12, 2018 (the “Original Commitment Letter”; together with this amendment, as further amended, restated, supplemented, or otherwise modified from time to time, the “Commitment Letter” by and among Hardinge Holdings, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (“Parent”), Privet Management, LLC (“Privet”; together with Parent, “you”), and White Oak Global Advisors, LLC (“White Oak”).

March 5, 2018 EX-99.(C)(4)

Disclaimer This presentation, and any supplemental information (written or oral) or other documents provided in connection therewith (collectively, the “materials”), are provided solely for the information of the Special Committee (the “Committee”) o

Exhibit (c)(4) Project Hedwig Presentation to the Special Committee of the Board of Directors February 11, 2018 Disclaimer This presentation, and any supplemental information (written or oral) or other documents provided in connection therewith (collectively, the “materials”), are provided solely for the information of the Special Committee (the “Committee”) of the Board of Directors (the “Board”) of Hardinge Inc.

March 5, 2018 EX-99.(C)(1)

Precision Historical and Projected Financials Source: Historical financials per Precision public filings and public Precision Investor Presentations; projected financials per Precision Management Note: Assumes that projections reflect expense associa

Exhibit (c)(1) Project Precision Discussion Materials November 1, 2017 Precision Historical and Projected Financials Source: Historical financials per Precision public filings and public Precision Investor Presentations; projected financials per Precision Management Note: Assumes that projections reflect expense associated with the operational change from selling facilities.

March 5, 2018 EX-99.(C)(2)

Hedwig – Illustrative Ownership Summary Current Holdings(2) Investor Information WAC(1) Investor Name Style Report / Position Date (mm) (%) Source: FactSet, Public filings 1 1. 2. 3. Weighted average cost base (“WAC”) estimated based on quarterly pos

Exhibit (c)(2) PROJECT HEDWIG Preliminary Reference Materials Requested by Special Committee January 25, 2018 Hedwig – Illustrative Ownership Summary Current Holdings(2) Investor Information WAC(1) Investor Name Style Report / Position Date (mm) (%) Source: FactSet, Public filings 1 1.

March 5, 2018 SC 13E3

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March 5, 2018 EX-99.(C)(3)

Industry Trading Over Time Hedwig(1), Hurco(1), and Guideline Public Companies(2) INDEXED STOCK PRICE PERFORMANCE $25.00 $23.00 $21.00 $19.00 $17.00 $15.00 $13.00 $11.00 $9.00 $7.00 $5.00 $21.39 $18.26 $17.06 $15.47 Feb-13 Feb-14 Feb-15 Feb-16 Guidel

Exhibit (c)(3) Project Hedwig Internal Discussion Materials February 5, 2018 Industry Trading Over Time Hedwig(1), Hurco(1), and Guideline Public Companies(2) INDEXED STOCK PRICE PERFORMANCE $25.

February 20, 2018 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

8-K 1 a2018executivecompplan8-k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 13, 2018 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdicti

February 16, 2018 EX-99.3

EQUITY COMMITMENT LETTER PRIVET CAPITAL INVESTMENTS II, LP 79 West Paces Ferry Road Suite 200-B Atlanta, GA 30305 February 12, 2018

Exhibit 99.3 Execution Version EQUITY COMMITMENT LETTER PRIVET CAPITAL INVESTMENTS II, LP 79 West Paces Ferry Road Suite 200-B Atlanta, GA 30305 February 12, 2018 Hardinge Holdings, LLC c/o Privet Fund Management LLC 79 West Paces Ferry Road Suite 200-B Atlanta, GA 30305 Ladies and Gentlemen: Pursuant to this letter agreement (this “Letter”), Privet Capital Investments II, LP, a Delaware limited p

February 16, 2018 EX-99.2

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Exhibit 99.2 [EXPLANATORY NOTE: “***” indicates the portion of this exhibit that has been omitted and separately filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission pursuant to a request for confidential treatment.] February 12, 2018 HARDINGE HOLDINGS, LLC PRIVET FUND MANAGEMENT, LLC 79 West Paces Ferry Road 2nd Floor Atlanta, GA 30305 Attn: Ryan Levenson Ladies and Gentlemen: Financing. Pursuant to

February 16, 2018 EX-99.4

PRIVET FUND LP 79 West Paces Ferry Road Suite 200-B Atlanta, GA 30305 February 12, 2018

Exhibit 99.4 Execution Version PRIVET FUND LP 79 West Paces Ferry Road Suite 200-B Atlanta, GA 30305 February 12, 2018 Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, NY 14902 Ladies and Gentlemen: This guaranty (this “Guaranty”) is being delivered by Privet Fund LP (“Guarantor”) to Hardinge Inc., a New York corporation (the “Company”), in connection with the execution of that certain Agreement and Plan

February 16, 2018 SC 13D/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / Privet Fund LP - SC 13D/A Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 6)* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) Privet Fund LP Attn: Ryan Levenson 79 West Paces Ferry Road, Suite 200B Atlanta, GA 30305 With a copy to: Rick Miller Bryan Cav

February 16, 2018 EX-99.6

AMENDED AND RESTATED JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

Exhibit 99.6 AMENDED AND RESTATED JOINT FILING AGREEMENT This Amended and Restated Joint Filing Agreement (this “Agreement”), dated as of February 14, 2018, is made by and among Privet Fund LP, a Delaware limited partnership, Privet Fund Management LLC, a Delaware limited liability company, Ryan Levenson, individually, Privet Capital Investments II, LP, a Delaware limited partnership, Hardinge Hol

February 15, 2018 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 15, 2018 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

February 15, 2018 EX-99.1

HARDINGE INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES Consolidated Statements of Operations (in thousands, except per share data)

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14903 Hardinge Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2017 Results • Sales increased 4% to $90.2 million in the quarter, driven by growth in Asia & Europe; Sales for the year were $317.9 million, up 9% over 2016 • Quarterly net income was $3.2 million with earnings per diluted share of $0.24; Full year net income was $

February 13, 2018 DEFA14A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. DEFA14A

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant S Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Proxy State

February 13, 2018 DEFA14A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. DEFA14A

DEFA14A 1 defa14aemployeetalkingpoin.htm DEFA14A UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant S Filed by a Party other than the Registrant £ Check the appropriate box: £ Preliminary Proxy Statement £ Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as permit

February 13, 2018 DEFA14A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. DEFA14A

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Filed by the Registrant S Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ? Check the appropriate box: ? Preliminary Proxy Statement ? Confidential, For Use of the Commission Only (as permitted by Rule 14a-6(e)(2)) ? Definitive Pr

February 13, 2018 EX-10.1

SUPPORT AGREEMENT

Exhibit Exhibit 10.1 SUPPORT AGREEMENT This SUPPORT AGREEMENT (this ? Agreement ?), dated as of February 12, 2018, is entered into by and among Hardinge Inc., a New York corporation (the ? Company ?), the stockholder(s) of the Company set forth on Schedule A hereto (each, a ? Holder ? and collectively, the ? Holders ?). Capitalized terms used but not otherwise defined herein shall have the respect

February 13, 2018 EX-99.1

Hardinge Inc. to be Acquired by Privet Fund Management LLC for $18.50 per Share in Cash Total transaction value of approximately $245 million

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, N.Y. 14903 Hardinge Inc. to be Acquired by Privet Fund Management LLC for $18.50 per Share in Cash Total transaction value of approximately $245 million ELMIRA, N.Y., February 12, 2018 - Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ: HDNG), (?Hardinge? or the ?Company?) a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions and acce

February 13, 2018 EX-2.1

Agreement and Plan of Merger, dated as of February 12, 2018, by and among Hardinge Holdings, LLC, Hardinge Merger Sub, Inc., and Hardinge Inc. (incorporated by reference to Exhibit 2.1 to the Current Report on Form 8-K filed by Hardinge Inc. with the SEC on February 13, 2018).

Exhibit Exhibit 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and among HARDINGE HOLDINGS, LLC, HARDINGE MERGER SUB, INC. and HARDINGE INC. Dated as of February 12, 2018 i TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I DEFINITIONS Section 1.1 Definitions 2 ARTICLE II THE MERGER Section 2.1 The Merger 2 Section 2.2 The Closing 2 Section 2.3 Effective Time 3 Section 2.4 Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws 3 Section 2.5

February 13, 2018 8-K

Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 12, 2018 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

February 13, 2018 DEFA14A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. 8-K

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 12, 2018 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

February 13, 2018 EX-10.1

SUPPORT AGREEMENT

Exhibit Exhibit 10.1 SUPPORT AGREEMENT This SUPPORT AGREEMENT (this ? Agreement ?), dated as of February 12, 2018, is entered into by and among Hardinge Inc., a New York corporation (the ? Company ?), the stockholder(s) of the Company set forth on Schedule A hereto (each, a ? Holder ? and collectively, the ? Holders ?). Capitalized terms used but not otherwise defined herein shall have the respect

February 13, 2018 EX-2.1

AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and among HARDINGE HOLDINGS, LLC, HARDINGE MERGER SUB, INC. and HARDINGE INC. Dated as of February 12, 2018

Exhibit Exhibit 2.1 AGREEMENT AND PLAN OF MERGER by and among HARDINGE HOLDINGS, LLC, HARDINGE MERGER SUB, INC. and HARDINGE INC. Dated as of February 12, 2018 i TABLE OF CONTENTS Page ARTICLE I DEFINITIONS Section 1.1 Definitions 2 ARTICLE II THE MERGER Section 2.1 The Merger 2 Section 2.2 The Closing 2 Section 2.3 Effective Time 3 Section 2.4 Certificate of Incorporation and Bylaws 3 Section 2.5

February 13, 2018 EX-99.1

Hardinge Inc. to be Acquired by Privet Fund Management LLC for $18.50 per Share in Cash Total transaction value of approximately $245 million

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, N.Y. 14903 Hardinge Inc. to be Acquired by Privet Fund Management LLC for $18.50 per Share in Cash Total transaction value of approximately $245 million ELMIRA, N.Y., February 12, 2018 - Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ: HDNG), (“Hardinge” or the “Company”) a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions and acce

February 9, 2018 SC 13G/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 17)* HARDINGE INC (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2017 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule

February 8, 2018 SC 13G

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / Wellington Trust Co NA - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) December 29, 2017 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule i

February 8, 2018 SC 13G

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / Wellington Management Group LLP - SEC SCHEDULE 13G Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) December 29, 2017 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule i

February 6, 2018 SC 13G/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / FRANKLIN RESOURCES INC Passive Investment

hard17a16.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing CUSIP NO. 412324303 13G Page 1 of 12 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 16)* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2017 (Date of Even

December 18, 2017 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 12, 2017 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Nu

November 9, 2017 8-K

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. 8-K (Current Report)

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 9, 2017 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

November 9, 2017 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports 26% Growth in Sales for Third Quarter 2017

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14903 Hardinge Reports 26% Growth in Sales for Third Quarter 2017 ? Sales of $85.0 million in the quarter driven by double digit growth in all regions; Sales for the first nine months were $227.7 million, up 11% over prior-year period ? Quarterly net income was $2.2 million with earnings per diluted share of $0.17 ?

November 9, 2017 EX-99.2

© 2017 Hardinge Inc. 1www.Hardinge.com November 9, 2017 HARDINGE Third Quarter 2017 Financial Results © 2017 Hardinge Inc. 2www.Hardinge.com Safe Harbor Statement This presentation contains forward-looking statements (within the meaning of Section 27

hdngq317earningsrelslide © 2017 Hardinge Inc. 1www.Hardinge.com November 9, 2017 HARDINGE Third Quarter 2017 Financial Results © 2017 Hardinge Inc. 2www.Hardinge.com Safe Harbor Statement This presentation contains forward-looking statements (within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended) that involve

November 9, 2017 10-Q

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2017 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Numbe

November 2, 2017 EX-99.1

Hardinge Inc. to Review Indication of Interest from Privet

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, N.Y. 14902 Hardinge Inc. to Review Indication of Interest from Privet ELMIRA, N.Y., November 2, 2017 - Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ: HDNG), a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions and accessories, today confirmed that Privet Fund LP and Privet Fund Management LLC (? Privet ?) indicated to Hardinge tha

November 2, 2017 8-K

Hardinge 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 2, 2017 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

November 2, 2017 SC 13D/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / Privet Fund LP - SCHEDULE 13D (AMENDMENT NO. 5) Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 5)* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) Privet Fund LP Attn: Ryan Levenson 79 West Paces Ferry Road, Suite 200B Atlanta, GA 30305 With a copy to: Rick Miller Bryan Cav

September 7, 2017 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

8-K 1 a8-klanga.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 31, 2017 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporatio

August 11, 2017 SC 13D/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / Privet Fund LP - SCHEDULE 13D (AMENDMENT NO. 4) Activist Investment

SC 13D/A 1 t1700490sc13da.htm SCHEDULE 13D (AMENDMENT NO. 4) UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 4)* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) Privet Fund LP Attn: Ryan Levenson 79 West Paces Ferry Road, Suite

August 3, 2017 EX-10.1

HARDINGE INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED 2011 INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN NONQUALIFIED OPTION AGREEMENT

Exhibit -1- HARDINGE INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED 2011 INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN NONQUALIFIED OPTION AGREEMENT This NONQUALIFIED OPTION AGREEMENT (the ? Agreement ?) is dated as of July 31, 2017 (? Effective Date ?), by and between HARDINGE INC. , a New York corporation (the ? Company ?) and Douglas J. Malone (the ? Participant ?). W I T N E S S E T H: WHEREAS, the Hardinge Inc. Amended and Restated 2011

August 3, 2017 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 31, 2017 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

August 3, 2017 EX-10.2

HARDINGE INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED 2011 INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN NONQUALIFIED OPTION AGREEMENT

Exhibit HARDINGE INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED 2011 INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN NONQUALIFIED OPTION AGREEMENT This NONQUALIFIED OPTION AGREEMENT (the “ Agreement ”) is dated as of July 31, 2017 (“ Effective Date ”), by and between HARDINGE INC. , a New York corporation (the “ Company ”) and Douglas J. Malone (the “ Participant ”). W I T N E S S E T H: WHEREAS, the Hardinge Inc. Amended and Restated 2011 Ince

August 3, 2017 S-8

Hardinge S-8

Document As filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on August 3, 2017 Registration No.

August 3, 2017 EX-99.2

© 2017 Hardinge Inc. 1 www.Hardinge.com August 3, 2017 HARDINGE Second Quarter 2017 Financial Results © 2017 Hardinge Inc. 2 www.Hardinge.com Safe Harbor Statement This presentation may contain forward-looking statements (within the meaning of Sectio

a20170803hdng2q17supplem ? 2017 Hardinge Inc. 1 www.Hardinge.com August 3, 2017 HARDINGE Second Quarter 2017 Financial Results ? 2017 Hardinge Inc. 2 www.Hardinge.com Safe Harbor Statement This presentation may contain forward-looking statements (within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended). Any such

August 3, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 3, 2017 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission F

August 3, 2017 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports Second Quarter 2017 Results

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14902 Hardinge Reports Second Quarter 2017 Results ? Second quarter sales grew 11% to $78.2 million; up 14% excluding unfavorable foreign currency translation ? Diluted earnings per share up significantly to $0.20 from $0.01; Net income grew to $2.5 million from $0.1 million ? Orders of $92.7 million increased 15% wi

August 3, 2017 EX-10.4

HARDINGE INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED 2011 INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN NONQUALIFIED OPTION AGREEMENT

HARDINGE INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED 2011 INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN NONQUALIFIED OPTION AGREEMENT This NONQUALIFIED OPTION AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is dated as of June 6, 2017 (“Effective Date”), by and between HARDINGE INC., a New York corporation (the “Company”) and Charles P. Dougherty (the “Participant”). W I T N E S S E T H: WHEREAS, the Hardinge Inc. Amended and Restated 2011 Incentive Stock Pla

August 3, 2017 EX-10.3

HARDINGE INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED 2011 INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN NONQUALIFIED OPTION AGREEMENT

HARDINGE INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED 2011 INCENTIVE STOCK PLAN NONQUALIFIED OPTION AGREEMENT This NONQUALIFIED OPTION AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is dated as of June 6, 2017 (“Effective Date”), by and between HARDINGE INC., a New York corporation (the “Company”) and Charles P. Dougherty (the “Participant”). W I T N E S S E T H: WHEREAS, the Hardinge Inc. Amended and Restated 2011 Incentive Stock Pla

August 3, 2017 10-Q

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2017 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 00

August 3, 2017 EX-3.1

CONFORMED COPY TO REFLECT AMENDMENTS MADE THROUGH MAY 5, 2017

EXHIBIT 3.1 CONFORMED COPY TO REFLECT AMENDMENTS MADE THROUGH MAY 5, 2017 RESTATED CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION -of- HARDINGE INC. Under Section 807 of the Business Corporation Law. 1. The name of the Corporation is Hardinge Inc. 2. The purposes for which it is to be formed are to acquire, buy, purchase, lease, or otherwise equip, maintain, and operate a general machine shop, to design and manufac

August 3, 2017 EX-10.6

- 1 -

Exhibit - 1 -

August 3, 2017 EX-10.1

HARDINGE INC. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

HARDINGE INC. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is dated as of May 10, 2017, between HARDINGE INC., a New York corporation (the “Company”) and Charles P. Dougherty (the “Executive”). WHEREAS, the Company desires to engage the Executive, as a full-time executive employee, to provide services to the Company pursuant to the terms of this Agreement, and the Executive des

August 3, 2017 EX-10.2

Charles P. Dougherty

Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, NY 14902-1507 USA p. 607.734.2281 sales 800.843.8801 sales fax 607.734.8819 www.hardinge.com June 1, 2017 Dear Randy, I am pleased to extend the following offer to you for the position of Senior Vice President, Corporate Development for Hardinge Inc. reporting to me. Your effective start date will be June 3rd, 2017. The following details the compensation an

August 3, 2017 EX-10.5

Schedule Required by Instruction 2 to 601 of Regulation S-K

EX-10.5 7 exh105schedulerequiredbyin.htm EXHIBIT 10.5 Exhibit 10.5 Schedule Required by Instruction 2 to 601 of Regulation S-K Hardinge Inc. (the “Company”) entered into (i) a Nonqualified Option Agreement, dated as of June 6, 2017 with Charles P. Dougherty (the agreement is featured as Exhibit 10.4 to the Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q) which contemplates that the vesting of the option shall be su

June 29, 2017 11-K

Hardinge 11-K

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended: December 31, 2016 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 000-15760 A. Full title of

May 19, 2017 EX-1.01

Hardinge Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For the Year Ended December 31, 2016

Exhibit Exhibit 1.01 Hardinge Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For the Year Ended December 31, 2016 In this report, unless otherwise indicated or the context otherwise requires, references to ?we,? ?us,? ?our,? the ?Company? and ?Hardinge? refer to Hardinge Inc. This Conflict Minerals Report (this ?Report?) is filed as Exhibit 1.01 to the Specialized Disclosure Form on Form SD filed by Hardinge Inc.

May 19, 2017 SD

Hardinge SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) One Hardinge Drive Elmira, NY 14902 (Address of principal executive o

May 16, 2017 EX-3.1

AMENDED AND RESTATED BY-LAWS HARDINGE INC. ARTICLE I Offices.

EX-3.1 2 exh31bylawsofhardingeinc51.htm EXHIBIT 3.1 Exhibit 3.1 As Adopted 9/28/04 Last Amended 5/10/17 AMENDED AND RESTATED BY-LAWS -of- HARDINGE INC. ARTICLE I Offices. SECTION 1. Principal Office. The principal office of the corporation shall be located in the County of Chemung and State of New York. SECTION 2. Other Offices. The corporation may also have such other offices, either within or wi

May 16, 2017 EX-99.1

Charles P. Dougherty Named President and CEO of Hardinge Inc.

EX-99.1 3 exh991nrhdngnamesnewceo.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, N.Y. 14902 Charles P. Dougherty Named President and CEO of Hardinge Inc. ELMIRA, N.Y., May 11, 2017 - Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ: HDNG), a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions and accessories, announced that the Board of Directors has appointed Charles P.

May 16, 2017 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

8-K 1 hardingeincnewceo8-k051017.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2017 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction o

May 5, 2017 EX-3.3

CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT OF THE CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION HARDINGE INC. Pursuant to Section 805 of the Business Corporation Law

Exhibit Exhibit 3.3 CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT OF THE CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION OF HARDINGE INC . Pursuant to Section 805 of the Business Corporation Law It is hereby certified that: FIRST: The name of the corporation is: Hardinge Inc. (hereinafter called the “Corporation”). The name under which the Corporation was formed is: Hardinge Brothers, Inc. SECOND: The Certificate of Consolidation, pursu

May 5, 2017 10-Q

Hardinge 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

10-Q 1 hdng-3312017x10q.htm 10-Q Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2017 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period

May 5, 2017 EX-3.4

BY -LAWS HARDINGE INC. ARTICLE I Offices.

EX-3.4 3 exh34bylawshardingeinc.htm EXHIBIT 3.4 EXHIBIT 3.4 As Adopted 9/28/04 Last Amended 2/27/17 BY -LAWS -of- HARDINGE INC. ARTICLE I Offices. SECTION 1. Principal Office. The principal office of the corporation shall be located in the County of Chemung and State of New York. SECTION 2. Other Offices. The corporation may also have such other offices, either within or without the State of New Y

May 5, 2017 8-K

Hardinge 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 3, 2017 Hardinge Inc.

May 5, 2017 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports First Quarter 2017 Results

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14902 Hardinge Reports First Quarter 2017 Results ELMIRA, N.Y., May 5, 2017 - Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ: HDNG), a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions and accessories, reported financial results for its first quarter ended March 31, 2017 . ? Orders for the first quarter increased 12% to $72.

May 5, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 hardingeincq1fy17earningsr.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 5, 2017 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of

May 5, 2017 EX-99.2

© 2017 Hardinge Inc. 1 www.Hardinge.com May 5, 2017 First Quarter 2017 Financial Results © 2017 Hardinge Inc. 2 www.Hardinge.com Safe Harbor Statement This presentation may contain forward-looking statements (within the meaning of Section 27A of the

EX-99.2 3 a20170505hdng1q17supplem.htm EXHIBIT 99.2 © 2017 Hardinge Inc. 1 www.Hardinge.com May 5, 2017 First Quarter 2017 Financial Results © 2017 Hardinge Inc. 2 www.Hardinge.com Safe Harbor Statement This presentation may contain forward-looking statements (within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amen

March 17, 2017 DEF 14A

Hardinge DEF 14A

Document Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 9, 2017 PRER14A

Hardinge PRER14A

Document Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 9, 2017 CORRESP

Hardinge ESP

Document Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, New York 14902 March 9, 2016 VIA EDGAR United States Securities and Exchange Commission Division of Corporation Finance 100 F Street, N.E. Washington, D.C. 20549 Attn: Tim Buchmiller Re: Hardinge Inc. Preliminary Proxy Statement on Schedule 14A Filed February 27, 2017 File No. 001-34639 Dear Mr. Buchmiller: On behalf of Hardinge Inc. (the ?Company?

March 3, 2017 8-K

Hardinge 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 27, 2017 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commissio

March 3, 2017 10-K

Hardinge 10-K (Annual Report)

Document Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 3, 2017 EX-10.42

HARDINGE INC. NON-QUALIFIED DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN Plan Effective February 19, 2008 As Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2009

EXHIBIT 10.42 HARDINGE INC. NON-QUALIFIED DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN Page 1 of 2008 Plan HARDINGE INC. NON-QUALIFIED DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN Plan Effective February 19, 2008 As Amended and Restated Effective January 1, 2009 Section 1. PURPOSE. The purpose of this Plan is to provide certain executives of Hardinge, Inc. (the “Company”) and certain of its Affiliates the opportunity to defer receip

March 3, 2017 EX-10.39

HARDINGE INC. Amended and Restated Executive Supplemental Pension Plan (Effective August 9, 2005)

EXHIBIT 10.39 HARDINGE INC. Amended and Restated Executive Supplemental Pension Plan (Effective August 9, 2005) This Amended and Restated Executive Supplemental Pension Plan (the ࿽Plan࿽), effective August 9, 2005, is designed to provide a benefit which, when added to other retirement income, will ensure the payment of a competitive level of retirement income in order to attract, retain and motivat

March 3, 2017 EX-21

Name and Address of Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Percentage of Ownership Hardinge Credit Co., Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, New York 14902 New York 100% Hardinge Technology Systems, Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, New York 14902 New Yor

Exhibit 21 Name and Address of Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Percentage of Ownership Hardinge Credit Co.

March 3, 2017 EX-10.18

China Construction Bank Credit Facility Approval Notification

EXHIBIT 10.18 China Construction Bank Credit Facility Approval Notification Reviewer: China Construction Bank Zhejiang Branch Approval #: PIFU330000000N201649648 Customer name: Hardinge Precision Machinery (Jiaxing) Co., Ltd Customer Code: 303890000000348444 Application Type: newly added Business category: common credit application Applicant: China Construction Bank Jiaxing Branch Business Unit: C

March 3, 2017 EX-10.16

FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT FOR MORTGAGE LOAN

EXHIBIT 10.16 FRAMEWORK AGREEMENT FOR MORTGAGE LOAN between L. Kellenberger & Co. AG, Heiligkreuzstrasse 28, 9009 St. Gallen (hereinafter referred to as the ࿽Borrower࿽) and CREDIT SUISSE AG Mailing address: P.O. Box 358, 9001 St. Gallen Contact address: St. Leonhardstrasse 3, 9000 St. Gallen (the lender, hereinafter referred to as the ࿽Bank࿽) Amount of Credit Facility CHF 3,000,000.00 The amount o

March 3, 2017 EX-10.29

HARDINGE INC. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.29 HARDINGE INC. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT dated as of March 7, 2011 (the ࿽Agreement࿽), between HARDINGE INC., a New York corporation (the ࿽Company࿽) and Richard L. Simons (the ࿽Executive࿽). WHEREAS, the Company desires to engage the Executive to provide services pursuant to the terms of this Agreement and the Executive desires to accept such engagement. NOW, THEREFORE,

March 3, 2017 EX-10.35

HARDINGE INC. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.35 HARDINGE INC. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT dated as of March 7, 2011 (the ࿽Agreement࿽), between HARDINGE INC., a New York corporation (the ࿽Company࿽) and Douglas C. Tifft (the ࿽Executive࿽). WHEREAS, the Company desires to engage the Executive to provide services pursuant to the terms of this Agreement and the Executive desires to accept such engagement. NOW, THEREFORE, i

March 3, 2017 EX-10.33

HARDINGE INC. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.33 HARDINGE INC. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT dated as of March 7, 2011 (the ࿽Agreement࿽), between HARDINGE INC., a New York corporation (the ࿽Company࿽) and James P. Langa (the ࿽Executive࿽). WHEREAS, the Company desires to engage the Executive to provide services pursuant to the terms of this Agreement and the Executive desires to accept such engagement. NOW, THEREFORE, in

March 3, 2017 EX-10.28

HARDINGE INC. CASH INCENTIVE PLAN (Effective January 1, 2006; amended February 15, 2011)

Exhibit 10.28 HARDINGE INC. CASH INCENTIVE PLAN (Effective January 1, 2006; amended February 15, 2011) 1. Objectives. The Hardinge Inc. Cash Incentive Plan (the ࿽Plan࿽) is designed to retain executives and reward them for making major contributions to the success and profitability of the Company. These objectives are accomplished by making incentive Awards under the Plan. 2. Definitions. (a) Award

March 3, 2017 EX-10.36

HARDINGE INC. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.36 HARDINGE INC. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Amendment to Employment Agreement (࿽Amendment࿽) is dated as of February 14, 2012 between Hardinge Inc., a New York corporation (the ࿽Company࿽) and Douglas C. Tifft (the ࿽Executive࿽). WHEREAS, the Company and the Executive are parties to an Employment Agreement dated as of March 7, 2011 (the ࿽Employment Agreement࿽), pursuant t

March 3, 2017 EX-3.3

BY -LAWS HARDINGE INC. ARTICLE I Offices.

EXHIBIT 3.3 As Adopted 9/28/04 Last Amended 2/27/17 BY -LAWS -of- HARDINGE INC. ARTICLE I Offices. SECTION 1. Principal Office. The principal office of the corporation shall be located in the County of Chemung and State of New York. SECTION 2. Other Offices. The corporation may also have such other offices, either within or without the State of New York, as the Board of Directors may from time to

March 3, 2017 EX-10.30

HARDINGE INC. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.30 HARDINGE INC. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Amendment to Employment Agreement (࿽Amendment࿽) is dated as of February 14, 2012 between Hardinge Inc., a New York corporation (the ࿽Company࿽) and Richard L. Simons (the ࿽Executive࿽). WHEREAS, the Company and the Executive are parties to an Employment Agreement dated as of March 7, 2011 (the ࿽Employment Agreement࿽), pursuant

March 3, 2017 EX-10.34

HARDINGE INC. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

Exhibit 10.34 HARDINGE INC. AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Amendment to Employment Agreement (࿽Amendment࿽) is dated as of February 14, 2012 between Hardinge Inc., a New York corporation (the ࿽Company࿽) and James P. Langa (the ࿽Executive࿽). WHEREAS, the Company and the Executive are parties to an Employment Agreement dated as of March 7, 2011 (the ࿽Employment Agreement࿽), pursuant to

February 27, 2017 PRE 14A

Hardinge PRE 14A

Document Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

February 13, 2017 8-K

Other Events, Shareholder Director Nominations

8-K 1 bodactions.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 7, 2017 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporat

February 9, 2017 EX-99.01

Hardinge Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016 Results

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14902 Hardinge Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2016 Results ELMIRA, N.Y., February 9, 2017 - Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ: HDNG), a leading international provider of advanced metal-cutting solutions and accessories, reported financial results for its fourth quarter and year ended December 31, 2016 . ? Orders for the fo

February 9, 2017 EX-99.02

© 2017 Hardinge Inc. 1 www.Hardinge.com February 9, 2017 Fourth Quarter 2016 Financial Results © 2017 Hardinge Inc. 2 www.Hardinge.com Safe Harbor Statement This presentation may contain forward-looking statements (within the meaning of Section 27A o

EX-99.02 3 a20170209hdngq416supplem.htm EXHIBIT 99.02 © 2017 Hardinge Inc. 1 www.Hardinge.com February 9, 2017 Fourth Quarter 2016 Financial Results © 2017 Hardinge Inc. 2 www.Hardinge.com Safe Harbor Statement This presentation may contain forward-looking statements (within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,

February 9, 2017 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 q420168-k.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 9, 2017 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporati

February 9, 2017 SC 13G/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 15)* HARDINGE INC (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2016 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule

February 8, 2017 8-K/A

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A (Amendment No. 1) CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 28, 2016 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorp

February 8, 2017 SC 13G/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / FRANKLIN RESOURCES INC Passive Investment

SC 13G/A 1 hard16a15.htm CUSIP NO. 412324303 13G Page 1 of 14 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 15)* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2016 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this S

December 21, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): December 19, 2016 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Nu

November 3, 2016 8-K

Hardinge 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 28, 2016 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

November 3, 2016 EX-99.1

Hardinge Inc. Appoints Ryan Levenson to Board of Directors

Exhibit NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Phone: (607) 378-4140 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Inc. Appoints Ryan Levenson to Board of Directors ELMIRA, NY, November 3, 2016 ? The Board of Direc

November 2, 2016 10-Q

Hardinge 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

Document Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

November 2, 2016 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports Third Quarter 2016 Results

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Reports Third Quarter 2016 Results ELMIRA, N.Y., November 2, 2016 - Hardinge Inc. (NA

November 2, 2016 EX-99.2

© 2016 Hardinge Inc. 1www.Hardinge.com November 2, 2016 Third Quarter 2016 Financial Results © 2016 Hardinge Inc. 2www.Hardinge.com Safe Harbor Statement This presentation may contain forward-looking statements (within the meaning of Section 27A of t

a20161102hdngq3teleconfe ? 2016 Hardinge Inc. 1www.Hardinge.com November 2, 2016 Third Quarter 2016 Financial Results ? 2016 Hardinge Inc. 2www.Hardinge.com Safe Harbor Statement This presentation may contain forward-looking statements (within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended). Any such statement

November 2, 2016 8-K

Hardinge 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 2, 2016 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission

November 2, 2016 8-K

Hardinge (Current Report/Significant Event)

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 31, 2016 Hardinge Inc.

November 2, 2016 EX-10.1

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT L. Kellenberger & Co. AG, Heiligkreuzstrasse 28, 9008 St. Gallen (hereinafter referred to as the "Company") Urs Baumgartner, Sommerauweg 8, CH-8555 Mühlheim-Dorf (hereinafter referred to as the "Employee")

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT between L. Kellenberger & Co. AG, Heiligkreuzstrasse 28, 9008 St. Gallen (hereinafter referred to as the "Company") and Urs Baumgartner, Sommerauweg 8, CH-8555 Mühlheim-Dorf (hereinafter referred to as the "Employee") WHEREAS, the Company desires to continue to employ the Employee to provide services pursuant to the terms of this Agreement; NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of t

November 1, 2016 8-K

Hardinge 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 28, 2016 Hardinge Inc.

November 1, 2016 EX-99.1

Hardinge Inc. Announces Retirement of John J. Perrotti from Board of Directors

Exhibit NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Phone: (607) 378-4140 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Inc. Announces Retirement of John J. Perrotti from Board of Directors Elmira, N.Y. ? November 1, 20

August 17, 2016 SC 13D/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / Privet Fund LP - SCHEDULE 13D (AMENDMENT NO. 3) Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 3)* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) Privet Fund LP Attn: Ryan Levenson 79 West Paces Ferry Road, Suite 200B Atlanta, GA 30305 With a copy to: Rick Miller Bryan Cav

August 9, 2016 8-K

Hardinge 8-K (Current Report/Significant Event)

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 3, 2016 Hardinge Inc.

August 5, 2016 10-Q

Hardinge 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

Document Table of Contents HARDINGE INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES NOTES TO UNAUDITED CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS (continued) JUNE 30, 2016 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2016 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO

August 5, 2016 EX-99.2

Second Quarter 2016 Financial Results Conference Call August 5, 2016 NASDAQ: HDNG www.hardinge.com Douglas J. Malone Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Richard L. Simons President and Chief Executive Officer © 2016 Hardinge Inc. www.hardinge.

finalconferencecallslide Second Quarter 2016 Financial Results Conference Call August 5, 2016 NASDAQ: HDNG www.

August 5, 2016 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports Second Quarter 2016 Results

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Reports Second Quarter 2016 Results ELMIRA, N.Y., August 5, 2016 - Hardinge Inc. (NAS

August 5, 2016 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K 1 hardingeincq2fy16earningsr.htm 8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 5, 2016 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction

August 5, 2016 EX-3.3

- 1 -

EX-3.3 2 exhibit33by-lawshardingeinc.htm EXHIBIT 3.3 - 1 - As Adopted 9/28/04 Last Amended 7/7/16 BY - LAWS -of- HARDINGE INC. ARTICLE I Offices. SECTION 1. Principal Office. The principal office of the corporation shall be located in the County of Chemung and State of New York. SECTION 2. Other Offices. The corporation may also have such other offices, either within or without the State of New Yo

July 27, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 25, 2016 Hardinge Inc.

July 8, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 7, 2016 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fil

July 8, 2016 EX-3

Amendment to Article III, Section 3 Hardinge Inc. Amended and Restated By-Laws

Exhibit EXHIBIT 3.1 Amendment to Article III, Section 3 of Hardinge Inc. Amended and Restated By-Laws SECTION 3. Number of Directors. The number of directors constituting the entire Board of Directors shall be nine (9). This number may be increased or decreased from time to time by amendment of these By-Laws, provided, however, that the number may not be decreased to less than three (3). No decrea

July 8, 2016 EX-99

Hardinge Appoints Three New Independent Members to Board of Directors Addition of Richard R. Burkhart, B. Christopher DiSantis and James Silver Broaden Manufacturing , Operations and Financial Experience of Board

Exhibit EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Appoints Three New Independent Members to Board of Directors Addition of Richard R. B

June 30, 2016 8-K

Submission of Matters to a Vote of Security Holders

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): June 28, 2016 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fi

June 28, 2016 11-K

Hardinge 11-K HARDINGE FY 2015

Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended: December 31, 2015 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 000-15760 A. Full title of

May 27, 2016 EX-1.01

Hardinge Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For the Year Ended December 31, 2015

EX-1.01 2 a16-123201ex1d01.htm EX-1.01 Exhibit 1.01 Hardinge Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For the Year Ended December 31, 2015 In this report, unless otherwise indicated or the context otherwise requires, references to “we,” “us,” “our,” the “Company” and “Hardinge” refer to Hardinge Inc. This Conflict Minerals Report (this “Report”) is filed as Exhibit 1.01 to the Specialized Disclosure Form on

May 27, 2016 SD

Hardinge SD

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report Hardinge Inc.

May 18, 2016 DEF 14A

Hardinge DEF 14A

Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

May 12, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

SEC Document UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 6, 2016 Hardinge Inc.

May 10, 2016 10-Q

Hardinge 10-Q (Quarterly Report)

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2016 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 0

May 10, 2016 EX-99.2

First Quarter 2016 Financial Results Conference Call May 10, 2016 NASDAQ: HDNG www.hardinge.com Douglas J. Malone Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Richard L. Simons President and Chief Executive Officer © 2016 Hardinge Inc. www.hardinge.com

a20160510hdngq12016telec First Quarter 2016 Financial Results Conference Call May 10, 2016 NASDAQ: HDNG www.

May 10, 2016 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 10, 2016 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Number)

May 10, 2016 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports First Quarter 2016 Results

SEC Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Reports First Quarter 2016 Results ELMIRA, N.Y., May 10, 2016 - Hardinge Inc. (NA

April 28, 2016 10-K/A

Hardinge 10-K/A (Annual Report)

10-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K/A (Amendment No. 1) (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2015 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number:

April 11, 2016 8-K

Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year, Financial Statements and Exhibits, Other Events, Shareholder Director Nominations

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): April 7, 2016 Hardinge Inc.

April 11, 2016 EX-3.1

Amendment to Article III, Section 3 Hardinge Inc. Amended and Restated By-Laws

EXHIBIT 3.1 Amendment to Article III, Section 3 of Hardinge Inc. Amended and Restated By-Laws SECTION 3. Number of Directors. The number of directors constituting the entire Board of Directors shall be seven (7). This number may be increased or decreased from time to time by amendment of these By-Laws, provided, however, that the number may not be decreased to less than three (3). No decrease in t

March 28, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): March 24, 2016 Hardinge Inc.

March 10, 2016 10-K

Hardinge 10-K (Annual Report)

10-K Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 10, 2016 EX-21

Name and Address of Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Percentage of Ownership Hardinge Credit Co., Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, New York 14902 New York 100% Hardinge Technology Systems, Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, New York 14902 New Yor

Exhibit 21 Name and Address of Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Percentage of Ownership Hardinge Credit Co.

March 10, 2016 EX-10.14

Master no. 0254-L0030759 (for internal bank use only) Master Credit Agreement UBS Corporate Financing UBS AG P.O. Box 1964, 9000 St. Gallen Tel. +41-71-221 83 10 www.ubs.com

EXHIBIT 10.14 Master no. 0254-L0030759 (for internal bank use only) Master Credit Agreement UBS Corporate Financing UBS AG P.O. Box 1964, 9000 St. Gallen Tel. +41-71-221 83 10 www.ubs.com 1. Borrower L. Kellenberger & Co. AG Heiligkreuzstrasse 28 9009 St. Gallen (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Borrower’) 2. Lender UBS AG Am Bahnhofplatz 9000 St. Gallen (hereinafter referred to as ‘UBS’) 3. Credit

March 10, 2016 EX-10.17

(Translation; for Reference Only) General Credit Facility Agreement

EX-10.17 4 exhibit1017creditagtmegaba.htm EXHIBIT 10.17 Exhibit 10.17 (Translation; for Reference Only) General Credit Facility Agreement This General Credit Facility Agreement ("this Agreement") is entered into by Hardinge Machine Tools B.V., Taiwan Branch ("the Applicant") and Mega International Commercial Bank Co., Ltd. ("the Bank") in consideration of various credit facility transactions betwe

March 10, 2016 EX-10.15

UBS AG

Exhibit 10.15 UBS AG P.O. Box 1964, 9001 St. Gallen Tel. +41-71-221 83 02 Supplement 2 to Master Credit Agreement dated 27 October 2009 1. Borrower L. Kellenberger & Co AG Heiligkreuzstrasse 28 9009 St. Gallen (hereinafter referred to as the Borrower) 2. Lender UBS AG Am Bahnhofplatz 9000 St. Gallen (hereinafter referred to as UBS) With Master Credit Agreement dated 27 October 2009 UBS has granted

March 10, 2016 EX-10.40

DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR DIRECTORS Effective November 1, 2015

Exhibit 10.40 HARDINGE INC. DEFERRED COMPENSATION PLAN FOR DIRECTORS Effective November 1, 2015 1.Purpose and Eligibility (a) Purpose. The board of directors of Hardinge Inc. (the “Corporation”) hereby establishes the Hardinge Inc. Deferred Compensation Plan for Directors (the “Plan”), the purpose of which is to provide members of the board of directors of the Corporation (“Directors” and each, a

February 12, 2016 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 9, 2016 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

February 11, 2016 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2015 Results

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2015 Results ELMIRA, N.Y., February 11, 2016 - Hardinge

February 11, 2016 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 11, 2016 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission Fil

February 11, 2016 EX-99.2

Fourth Quarter 2015 Financial Results Conference Call February 11, 2016 NASDAQ: HDNG www.hardinge.com Douglas J. Malone Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Richard L. Simons President and Chief Executive Officer © 2016 Hardinge Inc. www.hardin

a20160211hdngq42015telec Fourth Quarter 2015 Financial Results Conference Call February 11, 2016 NASDAQ: HDNG www.

February 9, 2016 SC 13G/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 15)* HARDINGE INC (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2015 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule

February 5, 2016 SC 13G/A

Hardinge 3G/A (Passive Acquisition of More Than 5% of Shares)

hard15a14.htm - Generated by SEC Publisher for SEC Filing CUSIP NO. 412324303 13G Page 1 of 14 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 14)* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, $0.01 par value per share (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2015 (Date of Even

November 23, 2015 EX-10.2

HARDINGE INC. RETENTION BONUS AGREEMENT

EX-10.2 3 exhibit102retentionbonusag.htm EXHIBIT 10.2 HARDINGE INC. RETENTION BONUS AGREEMENT This RETENTION BONUS AGREEMENT (“Agreement”), dated as of November 18, 2015 (the “Effective Date”), is between Hardinge Inc., a New York corporation (“Hardinge” or the “Company”), and William B. Sepanik (the “Employee”). WHEREAS, Hardinge desires to incentivize the Employee to continue employment with the

November 23, 2015 EX-10.1

HARDINGE INC. RETENTION BONUS AGREEMENT

Exhibit HARDINGE INC. RETENTION BONUS AGREEMENT This RETENTION BONUS AGREEMENT ( “ Agreement ”), dated as of November 18, 2015 (the “ Effective Date ”), is between Hardinge Inc., a New York corporation (“ Hardinge ” or the “ Company ”), and Douglas J. Malone (the “ Employee ”). WHEREAS , Hardinge desires to incentivize the Employee to continue employment with the Company (or its direct or indirect

November 23, 2015 8-K

Hardinge 8-K HDNG RETENTION BONUS AGREEMENT (Current Report/Significant Event)

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, DC 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 18, 2015 Hardinge Inc.

November 5, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2015 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Numbe

November 5, 2015 8-K

Hardinge 8-K HDNG Q3 FY15 EARNINGS RELEASE (Current Report/Significant Event)

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 5, 2015 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

November 5, 2015 EX-99.2

Third Quarter 2015 Financial Results Conference Call November 5, 2015 NASDAQ: HDNG www.hardinge.com Douglas J. Malone Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Richard L. Simons President and Chief Executive Officer © 2015 Hardinge Inc. www.hardinge

hdngq32015teleconference Third Quarter 2015 Financial Results Conference Call November 5, 2015 NASDAQ: HDNG www.

November 5, 2015 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports Third Quarter 2015 Results

Exhibit Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Reports Third Quarter 2015 Results ELMIRA, N.Y., November 5, 2015 - Hardinge Inc. (NA

October 16, 2015 8-K

Hardinge 8-K HDNG PRIVET AGREEMENT (Current Report/Significant Event)

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): October 14, 2015 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

October 16, 2015 EX-99.1

Hardinge and Privet Reach Agreement on Board Composition

Exhibit EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge and Privet Reach Agreement on Board Composition ELMIRA, N.Y., October 15, 2015-Hardin

October 16, 2015 EX-99.1

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Exhibit 99.1 AGREEMENT This Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of October 14, 2015 by and among Hardinge Inc., a New York corporation (the “Company”), Privet Fund LP, a Delaware limited partnership, and Privet Fund Management, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (collectively, “Privet”) (each of the Company and Privet, a “Party” to this Agreement, and collectively, the

October 16, 2015 SC 13D/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / Privet Fund LP - SCHEDULE 13D (AMENDMENT NO. 2) Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 2)* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) Privet Fund LP Attn: Ryan Levenson 79 West Paces Ferry Road, Suite 200B Atlanta, GA 30305 With a copy to: Rick Miller Bryan Cav

October 16, 2015 EX-10.1

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EX-10.1 3 exhibit101privetagreement.htm EXHIBIT 10.1 PRIVET AGREEMENT EXHIBIT 10.1 EXECUTION VERSION AGREEMENT This Agreement (this “Agreement”) is made and entered into as of October 14, 2015 by and among Hardinge Inc., a New York corporation (the “Company”), Privet Fund LP, a Delaware limited partnership, and Privet Fund Management, LLC, a Delaware limited liability company (collectively, “Prive

October 16, 2015 EX-3.1

AMENDED AND RESTATED BY - LAWS HARDINGE INC. ARTICLE I

Exhibit EXHIBIT 3.1 As Adopted 9/28/04 Last Amended 10/14/15 AMENDED AND RESTATED BY - LAWS -of- HARDINGE INC. ARTICLE I Offices . SECTION 1. Principal Office . The principal office of the corporation shall be located in the County of Chemung and State of New York. SECTION 2. Other Offices . The corporation may also have such other offices, either within or without the State of New York, as the Bo

August 24, 2015 8-K

Hardinge 8-K HDNG STRATEGIC ALTERNATIVES (Current Report/Significant Event)

8-K UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 24, 2015 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

August 24, 2015 EX-99.1

Hardinge Announces Exploration of Strategic Alternatives to Enhance Shareholder Value

Exhibit EXHIBIT 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive , Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Announces Exploration of Strategic Alternatives to Enhance Shareholder Value ELMIRA,

August 6, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2015 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 00

August 6, 2015 EX-99.2

Second Quarter 2015 Financial Results Conference Call August 6, 2015 NASDAQ: HDNG www.hardinge.com Douglas J. Malone Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Richard L. Simons President and Chief Executive Officer © 2015 Hardinge Inc. www.hardinge.

hdngq22015teleconference Second Quarter 2015 Financial Results Conference Call August 6, 2015 NASDAQ: HDNG www.

August 6, 2015 8-K

Hardinge 8-K HDNG Q2 FY15 EARNINGS RELEASE AND ITEM 2.05 (Current Report/Significant Event)

Hardinge Inc. Q2 FY15 Earnings Release UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 4, 2015 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction o

August 6, 2015 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports Second Quarter 2015 Results

EX-99.1 2 ex991q2fy15earningsrelease.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 HDNG Q2 FY15 EARNINGS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Reports Se

June 26, 2015 11-K

Hardinge 11-K HDNG 2014 RETIREMENT PLAN

Hardinge Inc. FY14 Retirement Plan UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) ? ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended: December 31, 2014 OR o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number:

May 29, 2015 SD

Hardinge SD HDNG 2014 FORM SD

HDNG 2014 Form SD UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM SD Specialized Disclosure Report Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation or organization) (Commission File Number) (IRS Employer Identification No.) One Hardinge Drive Elmira, NY 14902 (Address of pri

May 29, 2015 EX-1.01

Hardinge Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For the Year Ended December 31, 2014

EX 1.01 HDNG 2014 CONFLICT MINERALS REPORT Exhibit 1.01 Hardinge Inc. Conflict Minerals Report For the Year Ended December 31, 2014 In this report, unless otherwise indicated or the context otherwise requires, references to ?we,? ?us,? ?our,? the ?Company? and ?Hardinge? refer to Hardinge Inc. This Conflict Minerals Report (this ?Report?) is filed as Exhibit 1.01 to the Specialized Disclosure Form

May 8, 2015 8-K

Hardinge 8-K HDNG ANNUAL SHAREHOLDER VOTING RESULTS 2015 (Current Report/Significant Event)

HDNG Annual Shareholder Meeting Results UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

May 8, 2015 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended March 31, 2015 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 0

May 8, 2015 EX-3.1

RESTATED CERTIFIATE OF INCORPORATION HARDINGE INC. Under Section 807 of the Business Corporation Law.

EXHIBIT 3.1 RESTATED CERTIFIATE OF INCORPORATION -of- HARDINGE INC. Under Section 807 of the Business Corporation Law. We, ROBERT E. AGAN and J. PHILIP HUNTER, being respectively, the President and Chief Executive Officer and the Secretary of Hardinge Inc., in accordance with Section 807 of the Business Corporation Law, hereby certify: 1. The name of the Corporation is Hardinge Inc. 2 The Corporat

May 8, 2015 EX-3.2

CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT THE CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION HARDINGE INC. (Pursuant to Section 805 of the Business Corporation Law)

EX-3.2 3 exhibit32amendmenttocertif.htm EXHIBIT 3.2 AMENDMENT TO CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION Exhibit 3.2 CERTIFICATE OF AMENDMENT of THE CERTIFICATE OF INCORPORATION of HARDINGE INC. (Pursuant to Section 805 of the Business Corporation Law) It is hereby certified that: FIRST: The name of the corporation is Hardinge Inc. (hereinafter called the “Corporation”). The name under which the Corporation

May 7, 2015 8-K

Hardinge 8-K HDNG Q1 FY15 EARNINGS RELEASE (Current Report/Significant Event)

Hardinge Inc. Q1 FY15 Earnings Release UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): May 7, 2015 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of i

May 7, 2015 EX-99.2

First Quarter 2015 Financial Results Conference Call May 7, 2015 NASDAQ: HDNG www.hardinge.com Douglas J. Malone Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Richard L. Simons President and Chief Executive Officer © Hardinge 2015 www.hardinge.com 2 Saf

a20150507hdngq12015telec First Quarter 2015 Financial Results Conference Call May 7, 2015 NASDAQ: HDNG www.

May 7, 2015 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports First Quarter 2015 Results

EX-99.1 2 ex991q1fy15earningsrelease.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 HDNG Q1 FY15 EARNINGS RELEASE Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Reports Fi

March 26, 2015 DEF 14A

Hardinge DEF 14A

Use these links to rapidly review the document TABLE OF CONTENTS Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.

March 12, 2015 EX-10.34

FORKARDT INC. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.34 FORKARDT INC. EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT dated as of May 31st, 2013 (the “Agreement”), between FORKARDT INC., a New York corporation (the “Company”) and William B. Sepanik (the “Executive”). WHEREAS, the Company desires to engage the Executive to provide services pursuant to the terms of this Agreement and the Executive desires to accept such engagement. NOW, THEREFORE

March 12, 2015 EX-3.1

RESTATED CERTIFIATE OF INCORPORATION HARDINGE INC. Under Section 807 of the Business Corporation Law.

EXHIBIT 3.1 RESTATED CERTIFIATE OF INCORPORATION -of- HARDINGE INC. Under Section 807 of the Business Corporation Law. We, ROBERT E. AGAN and J. PHILIP HUNTER, being respectively, the President and Chief Executive Officer and the Secretary of Hardinge Inc., in accordance with Section 807 of the Business Corporation Law, hereby certify: 1. The name of the Corporation is Hardinge Inc. 2 The Corporat

March 12, 2015 EX-10.15

Master no. 0254-L0030759 (for internal bank use only) Master Credit Agreement UBS Corporate Financing UBS AG P.O. Box 1964, 9000 St. Gallen Tel. +41-71-221 83 10 www.ubs.com

EXHIBIT 10.15 Master no. 0254-L0030759 (for internal bank use only) Master Credit Agreement UBS Corporate Financing UBS AG P.O. Box 1964, 9000 St. Gallen Tel. +41-71-221 83 10 www.ubs.com 1. Borrower L. Kellenberger & Co. AG Heiligkreuzstrasse 28 9009 St. Gallen (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Borrower’) 2. Lender UBS AG Am Bahnhofplatz 9000 St. Gallen (hereinafter referred to as ‘UBS’) 3. Credit

March 12, 2015 10-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K (Mark One) ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the fiscal year ended December 31, 2014 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 000-15

March 12, 2015 EX-21

Name and Address of Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Percentage of Ownership Hardinge Credit Co., Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, New York 14902 New York 100% Hardinge Technology Systems, Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, New York 14902 New Yor

Exhibit 21 Name and Address of Subsidiary Jurisdiction of Incorporation Percentage of Ownership Hardinge Credit Co.

March 3, 2015 EX-99.1

2006

Exhibit 99.1 March 3, 2015 The Board of Directors Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, NY 14902 Attn: Rick Simons, Chairman and CEO Dear Rick and Members of the Board of Directors (the “Board”), Privet Fund Management LLC (together with its affiliates, “Privet”) is one of the largest shareholders of Hardinge Inc. (“Hardinge” or the “Company”), owning approximately 7% of the Company’s outstandi

March 3, 2015 SC 13D/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / Privet Fund LP Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 1 )* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) Privet Fund LP Attn: Ryan Levenson 79 West Paces Ferry Road, Suite 200B Atlanta, GA 30305 With a copy to: Rick Miller Bryan Ca

March 3, 2015 DFAN14A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. DFAN14A - -

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 14A (Rule 14a-101) INFORMATION REQUIRED IN PROXY STATEMENT SCHEDULE 14A INFORMATION Proxy Statement Pursuant to Section 14(a) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. ) Filed by the Registrant ☐ Filed by a Party other than the Registrant ☒ Check the appropriate box: ☐ Preliminary Proxy Statement ☐ Confide

February 17, 2015 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 10, 2015 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Nu

February 12, 2015 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): February 12, 2015 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Nu

February 12, 2015 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports Fourth Quarter 2014 Results

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Reports Fourth Quarter 2014 Results ELMIRA, N.Y., February 12, 2015 - Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ: H

February 12, 2015 EX-99.2

Fourth Quarter 2014 Financial Results Conference Call February 12, 2015 NASDAQ: HDNG www.hardinge.com Douglas J. Malone Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Richard L. Simons Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer © Hardinge 2015 www.h

a20150112hdngq42014telec Fourth Quarter 2014 Financial Results Conference Call February 12, 2015 NASDAQ: HDNG www.

February 5, 2015 SC 13G/A

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / DIMENSIONAL FUND ADVISORS LP - SCHEDULE 13G/A Passive Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13G Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. 14)* HARDINGE INC (Name of Issuer) Common Stock (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) December 31, 2014 (Date of Event Which Requires Filing of this Statement) Check the appropriate box to designate the rule pursuant to which this Schedule

December 8, 2014 8-K/A

Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K/A CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 22, 2014 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File

December 8, 2014 EX-99.2

UNAUDITED PRO FORMA COMBINED FINANCIAL INFORMATION

EXHIBIT 99.2 UNAUDITED PRO FORMA COMBINED FINANCIAL INFORMATION Description of Transaction On September 22, 2014, Hardinge Inc. (the "Company"), along with its indirect wholly-owned subsidiaries Hardinge GmbH and L. Kellenberger & Co., AG entered into an agreement (the "Agreement") to acquire certain assets and assume certain liabilities associated with a product line of grinding machine systems a

December 8, 2014 EX-99.1

VOUMARD PRODUCT LINE OF PETER WOLTERS GMBH TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Report of Independent Auditors 2 Abbreviated Financial Statements: Statements of Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed 3 Statements of Revenues and Direct Expenses 4 Notes to Abbrevi

EXHIBIT 99.1 VOUMARD PRODUCT LINE OF PETER WOLTERS GMBH TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE Report of Independent Auditors 2 Abbreviated Financial Statements: Statements of Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed 3 Statements of Revenues and Direct Expenses 4 Notes to Abbreviated Financial Statements 5 1 Report of Independent Auditors The Board of Directors and Shareholders of Hardinge Inc. and Subsidiaries We

December 3, 2014 SC 13D

HDNG / Hardinge, Inc. / Privet Fund LP Activist Investment

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 SCHEDULE 13D Under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (Amendment No. )* Hardinge Inc. (Name of Issuer) Common Stock, par value $0.01 per share (Title of Class of Securities) 412324303 (CUSIP Number) Privet Fund LP Attn: Ryan Levenson 79 West Paces Ferry Road, Suite 200B Atlanta, GA 30305 With a copy to: Rick Miller Bryan Cave

December 3, 2014 EX-99.1

JOINT FILING AGREEMENT

Exhibit 99.1 JOINT FILING AGREEMENT In accordance with Rule 13d-1(k) under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended (the “Act”), the undersigned hereby agree to the joint filing on behalf of each of them of a statement on Schedule 13D and any amendments thereto with respect to the common stock of Hardinge Inc. and agree that this Joint Filing Agreement shall be included as an exhibit to suc

November 6, 2014 EX-99.2

Third Quarter 2014 Financial Results Conference Call November 6, 2014 NASDAQ: HDNG www.hardinge.com Douglas J. Malone Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Richard L. Simons Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer © Hardinge 2014 www.har

hdngq32014teleconference Third Quarter 2014 Financial Results Conference Call November 6, 2014 NASDAQ: HDNG www.

November 6, 2014 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports Third Quarter 2014 Results

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Reports Third Quarter 2014 Results ELMIRA, N.Y., November 6, 2014 - Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ: HDN

November 6, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ? QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended September 30, 2014 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Numbe

November 6, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): November 6, 2014 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Num

September 26, 2014 EX-2.1

_________________________________________________________ ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT Peter Wolters GmbH as Seller Lam Research Corporation as Seller Guarantor Hardinge GmbH as German Buyer L. Kellenberger & Co., AG as Swiss Buyer Hardinge Inc. as Buyer

EX-2.1 2 exhibit21voumardassetpurch.htm EXHIBIT 2.1 VOUMARD ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT EXHIBIT 2.1 Execution Version ASSET PURCHASE AGREEMENT between Peter Wolters GmbH as Seller and Lam Research Corporation as Seller Guarantor and Hardinge GmbH as German Buyer and L. Kellenberger & Co., AG as Swiss Buyer and Hardinge Inc. as Buyer Guarantor regarding the Voumard Business 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Prea

September 26, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Completion of Acquisition or Disposition of Assets

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): September 22, 2014 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File N

August 11, 2014 EX-10.1

HARDINGE INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

EXHIBIT 10.1 HARDINGE INC. AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This AMENDED AND RESTATED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT dated as of August 8, 2014 (the “Agreement”), between HARDINGE INC., a New York corporation (the “Company”) and Edward J. Gaio (the “Executive”). WHEREAS, effective on March 7, 2011 (the “Effective Date”) the Company and the Executive entered into an Employment Agreement which agreem

August 11, 2014 8-K

Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers, Financial Statements and Exhibits

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 8, 2014 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numbe

August 7, 2014 EX-18.1

August 7, 2014

EXHIBIT 18.1 August 7, 2014 Board of Directors Hardinge, Inc. One Hardinge Drive Elmira, NY 14902 Ladies and Gentlemen: Note 1 of Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements of Hardinge, Inc. (the “Company”) included in its Form 10-Q for the period ended June 30, 2014 describes a change in the method of accounting regarding the date of the Company’s annual goodwill and indefinite-lived intangib

August 7, 2014 EX-99.1

Hardinge Reports Second Quarter 2014 Results

Exhibit 99.1 NEWS RELEASE Hardinge Inc. One Hardinge Drive, Elmira, N.Y. 14902 For more information contact: Company: Investor Relations: Douglas J. Malone Chief Financial Officer Phone: (607) 378-4140 Deborah K. Pawlowski, Kei Advisors LLC Phone: (716) 843-3908 Email: [email protected] Hardinge Reports Second Quarter 2014 Results ELMIRA, N.Y., August 7, 2014 - Hardinge Inc. (NASDAQ: HDNG

August 7, 2014 8-K

Financial Statements and Exhibits, Results of Operations and Financial Condition

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): August 7, 2014 Hardinge Inc. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New York 000-15760 16-0470200 (State or other jurisdiction of incorporation) (Commission File Numbe

August 7, 2014 10-Q

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q

Table of Contents UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ý QUARTERLY REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the quarterly period ended June 30, 2014 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 00

August 7, 2014 EX-99.2

Second Quarter 2014 Financial Results Conference Call August 7, 2014 NASDAQ: HDNG www.hardinge.com Douglas J. Malone Vice President and Chief Financial Officer Richard L. Simons Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer © Hardinge 2014 www.hard

a20140807hdngq214telecon Second Quarter 2014 Financial Results Conference Call August 7, 2014 NASDAQ: HDNG www.

June 25, 2014 11-K

- 11-K

UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 11-K (Mark One) ý ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 or o TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 For the transition period from to Commission File Number: 000-15760 A. Full title of the plan and the address of the plan, if different fr

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