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Valhi, Inc.
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 PROFILE
Valhi, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, operates in the chemical, component products, waste management, and titanium metals industries. Its NL Industries unit, operating through subsidiary Kronos, is a leading maker of titanium dioxide, a pigment used to whiten, brighten, and add opacity to fiber, paper, paint, and plastic. CompX makes ergonomic computer support systems and office security products. Titanium Metals makes titanium sponge, ingot, slab, and mill products for the aerospace and other markets. Valhi also operates a hazardous waste-treatment facility in West Texas through Waste Control Specialists. Chairman and CEO Harold Simmons controls more than 90% of Valhi through Contran Corporation.

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 FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
Fiscal Year-End: December
2000 Sales (mil.): 1,191.90
1-Yr. Sales Growth: 4.1%
Employees: 7,110
Revenue per employee: $167,637.13

 KEY PEOPLE
• Harold C. Simmons
    CEO
• Bobby D. O'Brien
    CFO

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5430 LBJ Freeway, Suite 1700
Dallas, TX 75240
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Phone: 972-233-1700
Fax: 972-448-1445

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