Maps and hydrographic or similar charts (including wall maps, topographical plans and maps for globes), printed, other than in book-form
CPC v2.1 Code: 32511
About maps and hydrographic or similar charts (including wall maps, topographical plans and maps for globes), printed, other than in book-form
cpc code 32511 covers the production and distribution of printed maps, charts, and other cartographic materials that are not bound in book form. This industry plays a vital role in providing essential geographic information and spatial data to a wide range of users, including government agencies, businesses, and the general public. The maps and charts produced under this code are crucial for navigation, urban planning, resource management, and various other applications that require accurate and up-to-date spatial information.
Production process
The production of maps and charts under cpc code 32511 typically involves a combination of digital and traditional printing techniques. This may include the use of large-format inkjet or offset printing presses to produce high-quality, large-scale maps and charts. The data used to create these cartographic products is often sourced from a variety of geographic information systems (GIS) and satellite imagery, which is then processed and formatted for printing.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the production of maps and charts under cpc code 32511 include specialized printing equipment, such as large-format printers and plotters, as well as a range of raw materials, including high-quality paper, inks, and other consumables. Additionally, the industry relies on access to accurate and up-to-date geographic data, which may be obtained from government agencies, private data providers, or through the use of remote sensing technologies.
Production outputs
The primary outputs of the industry covered by cpc code 32511 are printed maps, charts, and other cartographic products that are used for a variety of purposes, including navigation, urban planning, resource management, and education. These outputs may be consumed by a wide range of industries, including 49 Transportation and storage, 84 Public administration and defence; compulsory social security, and 85 Education.
Family tree for maps and hydrographic or similar charts (including wall maps, topographical plans and maps for globes), printed, other than in book-form
graph LR A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3'>3: Other transportable goods, except metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"] A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/32'>32: Pulp, paper and paper products; printed matter and related articles</a>"] B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/325'>325: Printed maps; music, printed or in manuscript; postcards, greeting cards, pictures and plans</a>"] C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/3251'>3251: Maps and hydrographic or similar charts (including wall maps, topographical plans and globes), printed, other than in book-form</a>"] D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/32511'>32511: Maps and hydrographic or similar charts (including wall maps, topographical plans and maps for globes), printed, other than in book-form</a>"] D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/32512'>32512: Globes</a>"] %% Color coordination by level classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px %% Apply classes class A level1 class B level2 class C level3 class D level4 class E level5 class F level5 class E highlight %% class A level1 %% class B,C level2 %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2 %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3 %% class E highlight