Office and accounting machinery, and parts and accessories thereof

CPC v2.1 Code: 451

About office and accounting machinery, and parts and accessories thereof

cpc code 451 covers a diverse range of office and accounting machinery, including computers, printers, copiers, and other equipment essential for modern business operations. This industry plays a crucial role in supporting the administrative and financial functions of organizations across various sectors, from small enterprises to large multinational corporations. The products and services within this industry contribute significantly to improving productivity, streamlining workflows, and enhancing the efficiency of office-based activities.

Production process

The production of office and accounting machinery involves a combination of advanced manufacturing techniques and precision engineering. Manufacturers often utilize computer-aided design (CAD) software to develop and refine product designs, followed by computer numerical control (CNC) machining and automated assembly processes to ensure consistent quality and high-volume output. Additionally, the integration of electronic components, such as microprocessors and sensors, is a key aspect of the production process, enabling the development of sophisticated, feature-rich devices.

Production inputs

The production of office and accounting machinery requires a range of inputs, including specialized electronic components, such as microchips, circuit boards, and display panels; mechanical components, such as motors, gears, and bearings; and various raw materials, such as plastics, metals, and rubber. Manufacturers also rely on advanced production equipment, including 3D printers, robotic assembly lines, and testing facilities, to ensure the quality and reliability of their products. Additionally, the industry requires a skilled workforce, including engineers, technicians, and assembly workers, to design, build, and maintain these complex machines.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of cpc code 451 are a diverse range of office and accounting machinery, including 4511 Computers and peripheral equipment, 4512 Office machinery and equipment, and 4513 Accounting and bookkeeping machinery. These products are essential for the efficient operation of businesses, government agencies, and other organizations, as they enable the processing, storage, and communication of information, as well as the management of financial and administrative tasks. The outputs of this industry are often consumed by 452 Telecommunications equipment and parts, 453 Consumer electronics, and 454 Measuring, testing and navigating equipment; industrial process control equipment.

Family tree for office and accounting machinery, and parts and accessories 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/v2-1/45'>45: Office, accounting and computing machinery</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/451'>451: Office and accounting machinery, and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/452'>452: Computing machinery and parts and accessories thereof</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4511'>4511: Typewriters and word-processing machines</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4513'>4513: Electronic calculators and pocket-size data recording, reproducing and displaying machines with calculating functions</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4514'>4514: Accounting machines, cash registers, automated teller machines, postage-franking machines, ticket-issuing machines and similar machines, incorporating a calculating device</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4515'>4515: Office type sheet-fed offset printing machinery</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4516'>4516: Other office machines</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4517'>4517: Parts and accessories for the goods of subclasses 45110 and 45130 (except covers, carrying cases and the like)</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/4518'>4518: Parts and accessories for the goods of subclasses 45141, 45142 and 45160 (except covers, carrying cases and the like)</a>"]


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