Westlake Growth & Investment Strategy
Coupled with Margin Enhancement Efforts
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Richer Mix of Higher
Margin Value-Added
Name Brand Products
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Leadership position in pipe & fittings
strengthened by the acquisition of
Lasco's small diameter offering
Decorative stone solutions provide
attractive interior and exterior options
to home builders
Westlake leads the market with premium
roofing materials
Leadership in building products was
strengthened by the acquisition of
Boral which also expanded Westlake's
national reach and product leadership
Operational
Improvements
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New windows manufacturing facility to address growing new construction demand
• Improved manufacturing techniques drive increased production capacity
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Increasing the use of automation that reduces labor cost and improves operational efficiencies
Product Integration &
Improved Cross-
Selling Capability
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Commercial teams drive sales channel integration to increase sales and margins
Common branding strategy with leading higher-valued product offering supporting
customer satisfaction rates
Positioning HIP for Long-Term Profitable Growth
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