Pile driving and foundation services
CPC v2.1 Code: 5451
About pile driving and foundation services
cpc code 5451, 'Pile driving and foundation services', represents a crucial industry within the broader construction sector. This industry is responsible for the installation of structural supports, known as piles, which form the foundation for a wide range of buildings, bridges, and other infrastructure projects. The work carried out by companies in this industry is essential for ensuring the stability and safety of these structures, making it a vital component of the overall construction ecosystem.
Production process
The primary production techniques used in the pile driving and foundation services industry involve the use of specialized equipment to drive piles into the ground. This process typically involves the use of pile drivers, which are machines that use a heavy weight or 'hammer' to repeatedly strike the top of the pile, driving it into the soil. Depending on the specific project requirements, piles may be made of wood, steel, or concrete, and can be driven into the ground using a variety of methods, such as impact, vibratory, or hydraulic techniques.
Production inputs
The main inputs required for the pile driving and foundation services industry include raw materials such as wood, steel, or concrete for the piles themselves, as well as specialized equipment like pile drivers, cranes, and other heavy machinery. Additionally, this industry relies on a skilled workforce of operators, technicians, and engineers to oversee the installation process and ensure the structural integrity of the foundations.
Production outputs
The primary output of the pile driving and foundation services industry is the installation of structural supports, or piles, that form the foundation for a wide range of construction projects. These foundations are then consumed by other industries, such as 2361 Residential Building Construction, 2362 Nonresidential Building Construction, and 2371 Utility System Construction, which utilize the stable and secure foundations provided by the pile driving and foundation services industry to construct their own projects.
Family tree for pile driving and foundation services
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A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/5'>5: Constructions and construction services</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/54'>54: Construction services</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/545'>545: Special trade construction services</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/5451'>5451: Pile driving and foundation services</a>"]
C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/5452'>5452: Construction framing services</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/5453'>5453: Roofing and waterproofing services</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/5454'>5454: Concrete services</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/5455'>5455: Structural steel erection services</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/5456'>5456: Masonry services</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/5457'>5457: Scaffolding services</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/5459'>5459: Other special trade construction services</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/54511'>54511: Pile driving services</a>"]
D --> M["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/54512'>54512: Foundation services</a>"]
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