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The article presents an analysis of the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (SWOT) faced by Nitto Boseki Co. Ltd. Based in Tokyo, Japan, the company is involved in the manufacture of glass fiber products, building materials, textiles, medical products, beverages and specialty chemicals. Information on the company's financial performance and contact details are also included.

A company profile of Nippon Sheet Glass Co. Ltd., which is a manufacturer of glass and glazing systems in four major business areas; building products, automotive products, information technology materials and glass fiber, is presented. An overview of the company is given, along with key facts including contact information, number of employees and revenues. A SWOT analysis is provided which includes strengths, weaknesses, opportunities for improvement and threats.

Provides a business analysis of PPG Industries, a company which provides services from manufacturing of coatings, glass and chemicals to supplying of protective and decorative coatings, production of flat and fabricated glass, continuous-strand fiber glass and chlor-alkali chemicals, focusing on its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities for improvement and threats to the company. Strengths, including leading market position and high returns derived from robust performance of chemicals segment; Weaknesses, including the poor operating performance due to weak profitability of the coatings and glass segments and weak operations in Asia; Opportunities for improvement, including acquisitions, growth in aerospace industry and emerging markets in China and India; Threats, including rising prices of titanium dioxide and natural gas, labor strike and environmental obligations.

Provides a business analysis of Crane Co., a diversified manufacturer of industrial products and having operations in aerospace, electronics, engineered materials, merchandising systems, fluid handling and controls, focusing on its strengths, weaknesses, opportunities for improvement and threats to the company. Strengths, including benefits derived from its broad product portfolio and stable top line growth; Weaknesses, including its lower profitability and asbestos liability; Opportunities for improvement, including positive outlook for industrial valves business and fiberglass reinforced plastic market growth; Threats to the company, including increase in raw material costs and stringent environmental regulations.

Presents key facts about PPG Industries, a company which provides services from manufacturing of coatings, glass and chemicals to supplying of protective and decorative coatings, production of flat and fabricated glass, continuous-strand fiber glass and chlor-alkali chemicals. Address and contact information; Revenues and financial year end date; Number pf employees; SIC and NSIC codes; New York Ticker.

Presents an overview of Owens Corning Inc., a manufacturing company which serves consumers and industrial customers with building materials systems and composites systems. Revenues generated in fiscal year ended December 2004; Products offered, including insulating systems, roofing shingles, vinyl siding, tubs, door panels and glass fibers.