Nyle Inc (5618.T) manufactures and sells wood drying kilns, heat pump dryers, and related equipment for the wood processing industry. The company offers a range of products including conventional steam kilns, dehumidification dryers, continuous kilns, and vacuum dryers under its proprietary brands; it also provides auxiliary equipment such as moisture meters, stackers, and control systems, along with engineering, installation, and maintenance services for drying facilities. Nyle operates primarily in Japan with international sales across Asia, North America, and Europe, targeting lumber mills, furniture manufacturers, and plywood producers; founded in 1980, it is headquartered in Chichibu, Saitama Prefecture, Japan. In recent developments, Nyle expanded its heat pump dryer lineup with energy-efficient models launched in 2024 to meet global sustainability demands; the company formed a strategic partnership with a major North American lumber association in early 2025 for technology transfer and joint R&D on low-emission drying solutions. Additionally, Nyle acquired a controlling stake in a regional dryer component supplier in 2024 to secure supply chains amid rising material costs, supporting its push into emerging markets in Southeast Asia.