Ploughs

CPC v2.1 Code: 44111

About ploughs

cpc code 44111 covers the industry of plough manufacturing, a critical component in the agricultural sector. Ploughs are essential tools used to prepare soil for planting, turning over and loosening the earth, and incorporating organic matter and fertilizers. This industry plays a vital role in supporting global food production and the broader agricultural economy.

Production process

The production of ploughs typically involves a combination of metalworking techniques, such as casting, forging, and welding. Manufacturers may use a range of materials, including steel, cast iron, and alloys, to create the various components of the plough, such as the share, moldboard, and frame. The assembly process often involves precision fitting and adjustments to ensure the plough's optimal performance and durability.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the plough manufacturing industry include raw materials like steel and cast iron, as well as specialized machinery and tools for metalworking. Manufacturers may also rely on various fasteners, hydraulic components, and electronic systems to enhance the functionality and control of the ploughs. Additionally, the industry requires skilled labor, including engineers, machinists, and assembly workers, to design, produce, and assemble the final products.

Production outputs

The primary output of the plough manufacturing industry is, of course, ploughs themselves. These products are then consumed by the 11110 Crop and animal production, hunting and related service activities industry, as well as other agricultural sectors that require soil preparation equipment. Ploughs may also be used in 81300 Landscape care and maintenance service activities, where they are employed for tasks such as land clearing and soil preparation.

Family tree for ploughs

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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/v2-1/44'>44: Special-purpose machinery</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/441'>441: Agricultural or forestry machinery and parts thereof</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4411'>4411: Soil machinery (Agricultural, horticultural or forestry machinery for soil preparation or cultivation; lawn or sports-ground rollers)</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44111'>44111: Ploughs</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44112'>44112: Harrows, scarifies, cultivators, weeders and hoes</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44113'>44113: Seeders, planters and transplanters</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44114'>44114: Manure spreaders and fertilizer distributors</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44115'>44115: Parts of soil machinery</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44119'>44119: Other soil machinery, n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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