ACI’s Legacy, Now Powered by Westlake Global Compounds

ACI brings a strong history of serving the wire and cable industry with specialized compounds tailored for performance, processability and designed to support customers’ compliance with applicable standards and regulations. Now, as part of Westlake Global Compounds, ACI’s formulations, customer relationships and technical expertise are backed by:

• Westlake’s integrated PVC and chlor-alkali platform, which helps support supply reliability and long term growth, subject to market and operational condition.
• A global manufacturing and distribution footprint, with multiple PVC compounds facilities strategically located worldwide.
• Westlake’s ongoing investments in construction, infrastructure and specialty materials, including recent strategic acquisitions that have expanded our capabilities and global reach. 

This combination is intended to offer a more comprehensive partner for wire and cable producers looking for tailored, high-value compound solutions.

Enhanced Wire & Cable Portfolio

With ACI now part of Westlake Global Compounds, our wire and cable offering becomes broader and deeper, supporting a wider spectrum of applications, including:

• Power & Control Cables

Insulation and jacketing compounds for low and medium voltage power cables.

Flexible, durable materials for control and instrumentation cables used in industrial        and utility environments.

• Building Wire and Infrastructure

Compounds designed for building wiring in residential, commercial and institutional projects, aligned with Westlake’s strong presence in housing and infrastructure products.

• Communications & Data (Broadband, Smart Grid)

PVC compounds for communication and hybrid cables used in grid modernization and broadband build‑outs, supporting growth driven by electrification and infrastructure investment.

• Transportation & Electrification

Wire and cable compounds that support the growing electrification trend, including applications related to electric vehicles, charging infrastructure and advanced building systems.

Together, Westlake Global Compounds and ACI provide a more complete solution set to meet the diverse and evolving requirements of the wire and cable industry.

What This Means for Wire & Cable Customers

For wire and cable manufacturers and OEMs, ACI’s integration into Westlake Global Compounds delivers clear benefits:

• Broader Formulation Toolkit – Access to a wider library of PVC compounds, including ACI’s specialized grades and Westlake Global Compound’s global portfolio.
• Technical Collaboration – Enhanced capability to collaborate with customers on the development of tailor‑made solutions that address demanding electrical, mechanical and regulatory requirements.
• Global Scale & Reliability – Backing of Westlake’s global manufacturing base, integrated PVC production and long‑standing commitment to operational excellence and capital investment in accordance with applicable business and regulatory frameworks.

As ACI becomes fully embedded in Westlake Global Compounds, our shared mission is to strive to be the preferred partner to the wire and cable industry, delivering advanced PVC compounds solutions that support safer, smarter and more electrified infrastructure worldwide.

Forward‑Looking Statements

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