Machine-tools for working metal by forging, hammering or die-stamping; machine-tools for working metal by bending, folding, straightening, flattening, shearing, punching or notching; other presses for working metal or metal carbides

CPC v2.1 Code: 44217

About machine-tools for working metal by forging, hammering or die-stamping; machine-tools for working metal by bending, folding, straightening, flattening, shearing, punching or notching; other presses for working metal or metal carbides

cpc code 44217 covers a diverse range of machine tools and presses used for metalworking operations. These specialized machines play a crucial role in the manufacturing and fabrication of metal components across various industries, from automotive and aerospace to construction and consumer goods. The ability to forge, bend, punch, and shape metal parts with precision and efficiency is essential for producing high-quality, durable products that meet the demands of modern markets.

Production process

The production techniques encompassed by cpc code 44217 include forging, hammering, die-stamping, bending, folding, straightening, flattening, shearing, punching, and notching. These processes are carried out using specialized machine tools, such as presses, hammers, and bending machines. The metal workpieces are subjected to controlled forces and movements to achieve the desired shape, size, and finish, often with the aid of custom-designed dies or tooling.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the industries covered by cpc code 44217 include raw metal materials, such as steel, aluminum, or titanium, as well as specialized machine tools, dies, and other metalworking equipment. Additionally, these industries rely on skilled operators, engineers, and technicians to operate and maintain the equipment, as well as to design and optimize the production processes.

Production outputs

The outputs of the industries covered by cpc code 44217 are diverse, ranging from simple metal components to complex assemblies and finished products. These outputs may be used as inputs for a wide range of other industries, including 43211 Manufacture of motor vehicles, 43212 (Manufacture of bodies (coachwork) for motor vehicles; manufacture of trailers and semi-trailers), 43213 Manufacture of parts and accessories for motor vehicles, 43221 Building of ships and floating structures, and 43222 Manufacture of railway locomotives and rolling stock.

Family tree for machine-tools for working metal by forging, hammering or die-stamping; machine-tools for working metal by bending, folding, straightening, flattening, shearing, punching or notching; other presses for working metal or metal carbides

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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/v2-1/442'>442: Machine-tools and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4421'>4421: Machine-tools for working metal; machine-tools for working any material by laser or similar process</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44217'>44217: Machine-tools for working metal by forging, hammering or die-stamping; machine-tools for working metal by bending, folding, straightening, flattening, shearing, punching or notching; other presses for working metal or metal carbides</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44211'>44211: Machine-tools for working any material by removal of material, by laser or other light or photon beam, ultra-sonic, electro-discharge, electro-chemical, electron beam, ionic beam or plasma arc processes, water-jet cutting machines</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44212'>44212: Machining centres, unit construction machines (single station) and multi-station transfer machines, for working metal</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44213'>44213: Lathes for removing metal</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44214'>44214: Machine-tools for drilling, boring or milling metal</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44215'>44215: Machine-tools for threading or tapping by removing metal, except lathes and way-type unit head machines</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44216'>44216: Machine-tools for deburring, sharpening, grinding, honing, lapping, polishing or otherwise finishing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets by means of grinding stones, abrasives or polishing products; machine-tools for planing, shaping, slotting, broaching, gear cutting, gear grinding or gear finishing, sawing, cutting-off and other machine-tools working by removing metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets n.e.c.</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/44218'>44218: Machine-tools n.e.c. for working metal, sintered metal carbides or cermets, without removing material</a>"]

    

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