Welding machines and apparatus; for resistance welding of metal, other than fully or partly automatic, whether or not capable of cutting

HS v2022 Code: 851529

About welding machines and apparatus; for resistance welding of metal, other than fully or partly automatic, whether or not capable of cutting

HS code 851529 covers a range of welding machines and apparatus used for resistance welding of metal. These specialized machines play a crucial role in various manufacturing industries, enabling the efficient and precise joining of metal components. The demand for these welding machines is driven by the growing need for durable and high-quality metal products across sectors such as automotive, construction, and industrial machinery.

Production process

The production of welding machines and apparatus under HS code 851529 typically involves a multi-step process. Key steps include the fabrication of the machine's structural components, the assembly of electrical and mechanical systems, and the integration of specialized welding components. Manufacturers may utilize advanced manufacturing techniques, such as computer-numerical control (CNC) machining and robotic automation, to ensure consistent quality and efficiency in the production process.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the production of welding machines and apparatus under HS code 851529 include metal alloys, such as steel and aluminum, for the machine's structural components, as well as electrical and electronic components, such as transformers, controllers, and sensors. Additionally, manufacturers may require specialized welding components, such as electrodes and welding tips, to ensure the machines' functionality and performance. Skilled labor, including engineers and technicians, is also a critical input for the design, assembly, and testing of these welding machines.

Production outputs

The primary output of HS code 851529 is welding machines and apparatus used for resistance welding of metal, which are then consumed by various manufacturing industries. These welding machines may be used in the production of 870000 Motor vehicles, trailers and semi-trailers, 730000 Iron and steel, 842000 Machinery and mechanical appliances; parts thereof, and other metal-intensive sectors. The versatility and reliability of these welding machines make them an essential component in the fabrication of a wide range of metal products.

Revisions to 851529

Classification codes are adjusted frequently. The code may have been revised or replaced between system versions. The table below shows the history (newest to oldest) of the code 851529. The most recent 1 version of this code (851529) is in the HS v2022 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 851529.

Family tree for welding machines and apparatus; for resistance welding of metal, other than fully or partly automatic, whether or not capable of cutting

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    A["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/85'>85: Electrical machinery and equipment and parts thereof; sound recorders and reproducers; television image and sound recorders and reproducers, parts and accessories of such articles</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/8515'>8515: Electric (electrically heated gas) soldering, brazing, welding machines and apparatus, capable or not of cutting, electric machines and apparatus for hot spraying of metals or sintered carbides</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/851529'>851529: Welding machines and apparatus; for resistance welding of metal, other than fully or partly automatic, whether or not capable of cutting</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/851511'>851511: Brazing or soldering machines and apparatus; soldering irons and guns, whether or not capable of cutting</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/851519'>851519: Brazing or soldering machines and apparatus; other than soldering irons and guns, whether or not capable of cutting</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/851521'>851521: Welding machines and apparatus; for resistance welding of metal, fully or partly automatic, whether or not capable of cutting</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/851531'>851531: Welding machines and apparatus; for arc (including plasma arc) welding of metals, fully or partly automatic, whether or not capable of cutting</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/851539'>851539: Welding machines and apparatus; for arc (including plasma arc) welding of metals, other than fully or partly automatic, whether or not capable of cutting</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/851580'>851580: Welding machines and apparatus; n.e.c. in heading no. 8515, whether or not capable of cutting</a>"]
B --> J["<a href='/classifications/hs/v2022/851590'>851590: Welding, brazing or soldering machines; parts of the machines of heading no. 8515</a>"]

    

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