Manufacture of ready-mixed concrete

NACE v2.1 Code: C23.63

About manufacture of ready-mixed concrete

NACE code 23.63 covers the manufacture of ready-mixed concrete, a critical component in the construction industry. This industry plays a vital role in the broader economy, providing the essential building material for infrastructure projects, residential and commercial developments, and a wide range of other construction activities. The ready-mixed concrete industry is a key enabler of economic growth and development, supporting the expansion of the built environment.

Production process

The production of ready-mixed concrete involves the careful blending of cement, aggregates (such as sand and gravel), water, and sometimes admixtures. These raw materials are mixed in specialized concrete batching plants, which ensure the precise proportions and thorough homogenization of the mixture. The resulting ready-mixed concrete is then transported to the construction site, where it is poured and allowed to harden, forming the desired structural elements.

Production inputs

The main inputs for the ready-mixed concrete industry include cement, aggregates (sand, gravel, and crushed stone), water, and various admixtures (such as plasticizers, accelerators, or retarders) that can be added to modify the concrete's properties. Additionally, the industry relies on specialized equipment, including concrete mixers, batching plants, and transportation vehicles to deliver the ready-mixed concrete to the construction site.

Production outputs

The primary output of the ready-mixed concrete industry is, of course, the ready-mixed concrete itself. This material is then consumed by a variety of other NACE codes, including 41.20 Construction of residential and non-residential buildings, 42.11 Construction of roads and motorways, and 42.21 Construction of utility projects for fluids, among others. The ready-mixed concrete industry is a crucial supplier to these construction-related activities, enabling the development of the built environment.

Revisions to 23.63

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 23.63. The most recent 1 version of this code (23.63) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 23.63.

Family tree for manufacture of ready-mixed concrete

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A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/23'>23: Manufacture of other non-metallic mineral products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/23/6'>23.6: Manufacture of articles of concrete, cement and plaster</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/23/63'>23.63: Manufacture of ready-mixed concrete</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/23/61'>23.61: Manufacture of concrete products for construction purposes</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/23/62'>23.62: Manufacture of plaster products for construction purposes</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/23/64'>23.64: Manufacture of mortars</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/23/65'>23.65: Manufacture of fibre cement</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/23/66'>23.66: Manufacture of other articles of concrete, cement and plaster</a>"]

    

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