Railway locomotive and rolling stock manufacturing services

CPC v2.1 Code: 88823

About railway locomotive and rolling stock manufacturing services

cpc code 88823, 'Railway locomotive and rolling stock manufacturing services', represents a critical industry within the broader transportation and logistics sector. This industry is responsible for the production and maintenance of the essential equipment that powers and supports rail-based transportation systems, which are a vital component of global supply chains and the movement of goods and people. The services provided by this industry are crucial for the efficient and reliable operation of rail networks, contributing to the overall economic development and connectivity of regions and countries.

Production process

The production of railway locomotives and rolling stock involves a complex and highly specialized manufacturing process. This typically includes the fabrication of various metal components, such as frames, boilers, and wheels, using advanced metalworking techniques like welding, casting, and machining. The assembly of these components into complete locomotive and rolling stock units is a meticulous process, often involving the integration of electrical, mechanical, and control systems to ensure the proper functioning and safety of the final products.

Production inputs

The production of railway locomotives and rolling stock requires a range of inputs, including 41110 Iron and steel in primary forms, 28150 Bearings, gears, gearing and driving elements, 27110 Electric motors, generators and transformers, and various other specialized metal components and electronic systems. Additionally, the industry relies on skilled labor, advanced manufacturing equipment, and a robust supply chain to ensure the timely and efficient delivery of these critical transportation assets.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of the railway locomotive and rolling stock manufacturing industry are the locomotives, passenger coaches, freight wagons, and other rolling stock that are essential for the operation of rail-based transportation systems. These outputs are consumed by 49100 Passenger rail transport, interurban, 49200 Freight rail transport, and other related industries that rely on the efficient movement of people and goods by rail.

Family tree for railway locomotive and rolling stock manufacturing services

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    A["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8'>8: Business and production services</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88'>88: Manufacturing services on physical inputs owned by others</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/888'>888: Transport equipment manufacturing services</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/8882'>8882: Other transport equipment manufacturing services</a>"]
D --> E["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88823'>88823: Railway locomotive and rolling stock manufacturing services</a>"]

    D --> F["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88821'>88821: Ship building services</a>"]
D --> G["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88822'>88822: Pleasure and sporting boat manufacturing services</a>"]
D --> H["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88824'>88824: Air and spacecraft manufacturing services</a>"]
D --> I["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88825'>88825: Military fighting vehicle manufacturing services</a>"]
D --> J["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88826'>88826: Motorcycle manufacturing services</a>"]
D --> K["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88827'>88827: Bicycles and invalid carriage manufacturing services</a>"]
D --> L["<a href='/classifications/cpc/v2-1/88829'>88829: Other transport equipment manufacturing services n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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