Newly Formed Axiall Corporation Could Become Major Chlor-Alkali, Vinyl Producer

SUGAR LAND--March 11, 2013--Researched by Industrial Info Resources (Sugar Land, Texas)--Georgia Gulf Corporation, traditionally a producer of chlorovinyls, took an extra step to strengthen its core industry and merged with the commodity chemical business of PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania). The approximately $2.5 billion deal was completed on January 28, 2013, creating Axiall Corporation (NYSE:AXLL) (Atlanta, Georgia). Industrial Info is currently tracking $85 million in active projects for Axiall.