Nichias (ニチアス株式会社) is a company that manufactures thermal insulation materials. It operates through five businesses: Energy and Industrial Plants, Industrial Products, Advanced Products, Autoparts, and Building Materials. The Energy and Industrial Plants business offers engineering services and products that include sealing material driven by technologies from ultra-low to ultra-high temperatures. The Industrial Products business provides gaskets, packing fluoropolymer products, insulating materials, and fiber products. Nichias’ Advanced Products business offers components and materials related to semiconductor and FPD manufacturing equipment. Its Autoparts business provides heat proofing, soundproofing, and vibration control-related products. The Building Materials business of the company offers non-combustible, thermal insulating, and fireproofing properties.