Nichiha is a global manufacturer of fiber cement siding and cladding for commercial and residential buildings. Founded in Japan in 1956, the company now employs more than 2,800 people across 13 locations worldwide, including nearly 600 in the United States. Its American operations are headquartered in Johns Creek, Georgia, and it runs two manufacturing facilities in Macon, Georgia, which have received more than $270 million in capital investment.
The company's products span architectural wall panels, premium plank siding and integrated rainscreen systems. Its panels are designed to replicate the appearance of wood, stone, brick and metal while providing moisture management, fire resistance and durability. Nichiha also produces a clip installation system intended to shorten construction time and reduce installation errors.
Nichiha serves commercial and residential construction as well as infrastructure projects, and its products are compliant with Build America, Buy America (BABA) requirements. Work in the United States is concentrated in manufacturing and operations at the Georgia facilities, which form the base of the company's domestic production.
