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ATLANTA – (May 2009) - Nichiha USA is proud to announce its recent product recognition by Consumer Reports (the most recognized non‐profit consumer testing organization) as the number one rated fiber cement siding in its category. In addition, Nichiha was deemed to provide the  greatest value in the segment, which featured three other fiber cement siding manufacturers. According to Consumer Reports, Nichiha’s Sierra Premium fiber cement shakes, “offer the most performance for the price overall.” Nichiha also received excellent ratings in wind and rigidity. “Our products continue to consistently fair better than our competitors on many levels,” stated Darrin Haugan, Senior VP of sales and marketing for Nichiha. “Consumer Reports is a trusted and respected organization; we could not be happier being recognized as the number one fiber cement siding of choice by consumers.” For more information visit nichiha.com or call 1.86 NICHIHA 1. 

Company Background
In 1998, Nichiha U.S.A., Inc. was established in Norcross, Ga., as a joint venture of the Nichiha Corporation of Japan and the Sumitomo Corporations of Japan and North America. Nichiha, an international leader in fiber cement technology for more than 30 years, markets distinct patterns of fiber cement siding products in the U.S. In 2007, Nichiha opened its first U.S. manufacturing plant in Macon, Ga., responding to an increase in demand for fiber cement products in the Southeast market. For more information, call 1.86.NICHIHA1 or explore our web site at nichiha.com.