Westlake Royal Building Products Launches Series 800 Patio Door

Product Development - Westlake Corporation's unit, Westlake Royal Building Products, has introduced the Series 800 Patio Door to its Royal Window Solutions product line, emphasizing performance and versatility for various projects and locations [1] - The Series 800 doors are designed for optimal thermal efficiency and durability, featuring Energy Star-compliant glazing options, an internal weep system, an all-welded frame and sash, and dual-seal weatherstripping, achieving a DP50 rating for standard-height doors [2] Product Features - The Series 800 doors can be customized up to 12 feet wide and 8 feet high, with options including stainless steel rollers, dual-point locking, and ADA-compliant sizes, making them suitable for coastal applications [3] Market Outlook - The company is optimistic about the Housing and Infrastructure Products segment, driven by the need to increase residential housing supply in the U.S. after over 15 years of under-building to meet population growth and housing demand [4] - Despite challenging global macroeconomic conditions, the Performance and Essential Materials segment is positioned to benefit from a potential resurgence in global industrial and manufacturing activity, with a focus on cost-cutting, customer value enhancement, plant safety, and new product commercialization for 2025 [5]