Distribution services of steam, hot water and air-conditioning supply through mains (on a fee or contract basis)

CPC v2.1 Code: 8634

About distribution services of steam, hot water and air-conditioning supply through mains (on a fee or contract basis)

cpc code 8634 covers the distribution services of steam, hot water, and air-conditioning supply through mains on a fee or contract basis. This industry plays a crucial role in providing essential utilities to residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, supporting the broader economy's energy and climate control needs. As a specialized service, it requires significant infrastructure and technical expertise to ensure the reliable and efficient delivery of these vital resources.

Production process

The main production techniques involved in this industry include the operation and maintenance of steam, hot water, and air-conditioning distribution networks. This typically involves the use of centralized production facilities, such as power plants or district heating and cooling systems, which generate the necessary utilities. These utilities are then transported through an extensive network of pipelines, pumps, and other distribution equipment to reach the end-users.

Production inputs

The key inputs required for this industry include the raw materials and energy sources needed to generate the steam, hot water, and air-conditioning, such as 1920 Manufacture of refined petroleum products, 3530 Manufacture of steam generators, except central heating hot water boilers, and 3530 Manufacture of air-conditioning equipment. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized equipment and infrastructure, including pipelines, pumps, valves, and control systems, as well as a skilled workforce to operate and maintain the distribution networks.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are the distribution services of steam, hot water, and air-conditioning supply to end-users, which can include 4100 Construction of buildings, 4200 Civil engineering, 4300 Specialized construction activities, 4520 Maintenance and repair of motor vehicles, and 4600 Wholesale and retail trade and repair of motor vehicles and motorcycles. These essential utilities are critical for heating, cooling, and powering a wide range of residential, commercial, and industrial activities.

Family tree for distribution services of steam, hot water and air-conditioning supply through mains (on a fee or contract basis)

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8'>8: Business and production services</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/86'>86: Support and operation services to agriculture, hunting, forestry, fishing, mining and utilities</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/863'>863: Support and operation services to electricity, gas and water distribution</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8634'>8634: Distribution services of steam, hot water and air-conditioning supply through mains (on a fee or contract basis)</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8631'>8631: Support services to electricity transmission and distribution</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8632'>8632: Gas distribution services through mains (on a fee or contract basis)</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8633'>8633: Water distribution services through mains (on a fee or contract basis)</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8635'>8635: Water distribution services, except through mains (on a fee or contract basis)</a>"]

    D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/86340'>86340: Distribution services of steam, hot water and air-conditioning supply through mains (on a fee or contract basis)</a>"]


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