Engines and turbines and parts thereof

CPC v2.1 Code: 431

About engines and turbines and parts thereof

cpc code 431 covers the manufacturing of engines, turbines, and their associated parts. This industry is a critical component of the broader transportation and power generation sectors, providing the essential power sources that drive a wide range of vehicles, machinery, and industrial processes. As a key enabler of economic activity, the engines and turbines industry plays a vital role in supporting the growth and development of both domestic and international trade.

Production process

The production of engines and turbines involves a complex series of manufacturing processes. This typically begins with the fabrication of individual components, such as cylinders, crankshafts, and turbine blades, using specialized metalworking techniques like casting, forging, and machining. These components are then carefully assembled, often with the aid of advanced automation and robotics, to create the final engine or turbine unit. Quality control and testing procedures are rigorously implemented throughout the production process to ensure the reliability and performance of the finished products.

Production inputs

The engines and turbines industry relies on a variety of raw materials, including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, plastics, and specialized lubricants and fluids. Additionally, the industry requires a range of sophisticated machinery and tools, such as CNC machines, welding equipment, and precision measurement devices, to facilitate the intricate manufacturing processes. A highly skilled workforce, with expertise in areas like mechanical engineering, metallurgy, and industrial automation, is also a critical input for this industry.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the engines and turbines industry are the finished engine and turbine units, which are then consumed by a wide range of other industries. These include the 343 Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers, 351 Ships and boats, and 351 Aircraft and spacecraft sectors, as well as the 351 Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply industry, which utilizes turbines for power generation. The industry also produces a range of replacement parts and aftermarket components to support the maintenance and repair of existing engines and turbines.

Family tree for engines and turbines and parts thereof

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4'>4: Metal products, machinery and equipment</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/43'>43: General-purpose machinery</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/431'>431: Engines and turbines and parts thereof</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/432'>432: Pumps, compressors, hydraulic and pneumatic power engines, and valves, and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/433'>433: Bearings, gears, gearing and driving elements, and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/434'>434: Ovens and furnace burners and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/435'>435: Lifting and handling equipment and parts thereof</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/439'>439: Other general-purpose machinery and parts thereof</a>"]

    C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4311'>4311: Internal combustion piston engines, other than for motor vehicles and aircraft</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4312'>4312: Internal combustion engines of a kind used for motor vehicles</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4313'>4313: Motors and engines for aircraft and spacecraft; aircraft launching gear, deck-arrestor or similar gear, and ground flying trainers</a>"]
C --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4314'>4314: Steam turbines and other vapour turbines; hydraulic turbines and water wheels; gas turbines other than turbo-jets and turbo-propellers</a>"]
C --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4315'>4315: Parts for the goods of classes 4311 to 4314</a>"]


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