Cold forming or folding

NACE code 24.33 covers the cold forming or folding of metal industry. This process involves the shaping of metal parts without the application of heat, typically through the use of stamping, bending, or other mechanical techniques. The cold forming industry plays a crucial role in the manufacturing of a wide range of products, from automotive components to construction materials, contributing significantly to the broader metal fabrication sector.

The key production techniques used in the cold forming or folding industry involve the use of specialized machinery and tools to shape metal into the desired form. This can include processes such as stamping, where a metal sheet is pressed into a mold to create a specific shape, or bending, where the metal is bent around a die or form to achieve the required configuration. Other techniques, such as rolling or drawing, may also be employed to further refine the metal components.

The main inputs required for the cold forming or folding industry include raw metal materials, such as steel, aluminum, or other alloys, as well as specialized machinery and tooling. This can include stamping presses, bending machines, and other equipment designed to manipulate the metal into the desired shapes and forms. Additionally, the industry may rely on various lubricants, coolants, and other consumables to facilitate the production process.

The primary outputs of the cold forming or folding industry are a wide range of metal components and parts that are used in various downstream industries. These can include 25.11 Manufacture of metal structures and parts of structures, 29.32 Manufacture of other parts and accessories for motor vehicles, and 28.11 Manufacture of engines and turbines, except aircraft, vehicle and cycle engines, among others. The ability to precisely shape and form metal through cold processes makes this industry a critical supplier to many manufacturing sectors.