Sekisui Jushi
Basic Information
- Stock Code
- 4212
- Industry
- Chemicals
- Category Detail
- Construction Materials & Equipment
- Prefecture
- Tokyo
- Establishment Year
- November 1954
- Listing Year
- April 1971
- Official Website
- https://www.sekisuijushi.co.jp/
- TSE Information
- TSE Information
- Yahoo! Finance
- Yahoo! Finance
- Other Companies
- JCU, Yoshicon, Kondo, Maeda Kosen, Fukubi Chemical Industry
Overview
Sekisui Jushi is a chemical manufacturer founded in 1954, an industry-leading company with strengths in synthetic resins and composite processing technology, centered on soundproof wall materials.
Current Situation
Sekisui Jushi maintained stable performance in the fiscal year ending March 2024, with consolidated sales of approximately ¥62.8 billion and operating profit of approximately ¥7 billion. It holds the top domestic share in its main soundproof wall materials business, leveraging strengths in composite processing technology of synthetic resins and steel to develop a variety of building materials. Focusing on improving logistics and manufacturing efficiency, it is also developing new products such as LED signs and lightweight fences. In terms of sustainability, it promotes the dissemination of environmentally considerate products and resource conservation, while advancing enhancements in product safety and environmental performance. Through collaboration with the Sekisui Chemical Group and Sanwa Group, it has established a stable sales network, aiming for innovative material development and channel expansion going forward. With a solid management foundation, it focuses on expanding its diverse product portfolio from industrial to construction materials and broadening its customer base. Rationalization of domestic factories and production efficiency improvements via IoT are in progress. For future growth, it plans to accelerate new technology development responsive to market needs and the promotion of greening.
Trivia
Interesting Facts
- Boasts top domestic share in soundproof wall materials industry
- Refreshed brand identity in 2024
- Important affiliate of Sekisui Chemical Industries Group
- Strengths in synthetic resin and steel composite processing technology
- Operates multiple factories including in Shiga and Hiroshima
- Challenging new markets with LED sign centralized control technology
- Belongs to Sanwa Group with stable corporate foundation
- Also handles wide range of artificial turf products
- Over 70 years of history since founding in 1954
- Sponsors public programs and supports sports
Hidden Connections
- Strong capital and business ties with Sekisui Chemical Industries and Sekisui House
- Deeply integrated into Sanwa Group's corporate network
- Active mutual transactions with multiple major construction and building materials companies
- Contributes widely to infrastructure development in Japan
- Many trust banks and life insurance companies as major shareholders, high capital stability
- Strengthens R&D through technology collaboration with affiliates
- Contributes to public policy through environmentally friendly products
- Supported by numerous patents in soundproof wall product design
Future Outlook
Growth Drivers
- Increased demand for soundproof walls due to urban infrastructure redevelopment
- Expansion of eco-product needs from stricter environmental regulations
- Market penetration of labor-saving construction technologies
- Product fit for IoT and smart city initiatives
- Leveraging synergies with Sekisui Chemical Group
- New applications through product multifunctionality
- Design and construction efficiency via AI utilization
- Increasing public works investments domestically and abroad
- Competitive edge through sustainable material development
- Risk diversification via diversification strategy
Strategic Goals
- Maintain and expand share in domestic soundproof wall market
- Over 70% sales ratio of environmentally friendly products
- 30% production efficiency improvement via ICT adoption
- New business creation through strengthened group collaboration
- Market leadership in sustainable packaging materials development
Business Segments
Construction Materials Manufacturing
- Overview
- Manufactures materials for roads and buildings using advanced synthetic resin technology, and provides construction services.
- Competitiveness
- Differentiation through fusion of composite materials/processing technology and construction know-how
- Customers
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- Construction companies
- Infrastructure operators
- Local governments
- General contractors
- Civil engineering contractors
- Public entities
- Trading companies
- Design offices
- Energy companies
- Environmental consultants
- Products
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- Soundproof wall materials
- Composite resin products
- Protective fences
- Road signs
- Artificial turf
- Packaging materials
- LED road signs
- Construction services
- Environmentally friendly products
- Various processed products
Packaging & Packing Materials Supply
- Overview
- Manufactures high-function, environmentally friendly packaging materials for food and pharmaceuticals, providing optimal logistics packages.
- Competitiveness
- Advanced technology development and environmental technologies
- Customers
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- Food manufacturers
- Pharmaceutical manufacturers
- Logistics providers
- Manufacturers
- Industrial machinery manufacturers
- Trading companies
- Trading firms
- Retailers
- E-commerce operators
- Environmental companies
- Products
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- Food packaging films
- Liquid filling films
- Plastic bags
- Industrial heavy-duty packaging bags
- Pharmaceutical packing materials
- Cushioning materials
- Eco-friendly packaging materials
- Packaging design consulting
- Logistics pallets
- Packaging equipment
Technology Development Support
- Overview
- Provides R&D support and product design services for industry, promoting technological innovation.
- Competitiveness
- Long-cultivated material technology and responsiveness to diverse industry needs
- Customers
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- Industrial materials manufacturers
- Research institutions
- Universities
- Local governments
- Government ministries
- Environmental companies
- IT companies
- Energy sector
- Automotive manufacturers
- Architectural design offices
- Products
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- Material development
- Composite processing technology
- Environmental technology solutions
- IoT-based production support
- Labor-saving equipment
- Environmental assessment tools
- Soundproofing & vibration control technology
- Multi-functional resin materials
- Safety testing
- Construction technology support
Competitive Advantage
Strengths
- Top share in soundproof wall materials manufacturing technology
- Advanced technology in synthetic resins and composite processing
- Rich product lineup and diverse market responsiveness
- Strong ties with Sekisui Chemical Group
- Nationwide sales and construction network
- Product development considering environmental performance
- Stable financial base
- Advanced factory production efficiency
- Deep understanding of diverse industry customers
- Brand power and technological credibility
Competitive Advantages
- Leads competitors in product design and manufacturing with composite materials
- Overwhelming share and trust in soundproof wall materials market
- Strong support and network from Sekisui Chemical Industries and Sanwa Group
- Ongoing promotion of production efficiency via labor savings and IoT
- Adapts to market needs through expansion of eco-friendly products
- Enhances customer satisfaction with broad construction services
- 开拓 new markets with proprietary LED sign control technology
- Ensures supply stability through multi-factory operations
- Diversified product deployment leveraging development capabilities
- Ample investment capacity for the future with stable finances
Threats
- Risk of rising raw material prices
- Share competition from competitors' technological innovations
- Impact of economic fluctuations on construction materials market
- Increased compliance costs from stricter environmental regulations
- Decline in production efficiency due to labor shortages
- Intensifying price competition from overseas products
- Risk of elimination from market due to technological lag
- Damage to production sites from natural disasters
- Impact of exchange rate fluctuations on import costs
- Obsolescence of construction techniques
Innovations
2024: CI/VI Renewal and Group Slogan Establishment
- Overview
- Renewed new logo and brand identity on the occasion of 70th founding anniversary.
- Impact
- Improved brand recognition and unified image construction
2023: LED Sign Centralized Control System Development
- Overview
- Commercialized and began introducing centralized control technology for road LED signs.
- Impact
- Enhanced competitiveness of traffic safety-related products
2022: Lightweight Fence Products to Promote Labor Savings
- Overview
- Launched lightweight fences made of new materials that are easy to transport and install.
- Impact
- Significantly improved construction efficiency
2021: Environmentally Friendly Composite Resin Materials Development
- Overview
- Successfully developed composite technology of recycled resins and high-strength materials.
- Impact
- Expanded eco-product lineup
2020: IoT Production Management System Introduction
- Overview
- Integrated IoT technology into production lines to promote factory efficiency.
- Impact
- 15% productivity improvement, cost reduction
Sustainability
- Active development and launch of environmentally friendly products
- Promotion of waste plastic reduction programs
- Factory energy-saving and CO2 emission reduction measures
- Expansion of recycled material usage
- Promotion of environmental activities in collaboration with local communities