Casting of metals

NACE v2.1 Code: C24.5

About casting of metals

NACE code 24.5, 'Casting of metals', represents a critical industry within the broader manufacturing sector. This industry is responsible for transforming raw metal materials into a wide range of cast products, which are then utilized across numerous other industries. The casting process is a fundamental step in the production of a vast array of goods, from automotive parts to construction equipment, making it a vital component of the global supply chain.

Production process

The casting of metals involves several key production techniques. The most common method is sand casting, where molten metal is poured into a mold made of sand. Other techniques include die casting, where the metal is injected into a reusable metal mold, and investment casting, which uses a wax pattern to create a ceramic mold. Regardless of the specific method, the casting process allows manufacturers to produce complex shapes and intricate designs with a high degree of precision.

Production inputs

The casting industry relies on a steady supply of raw metal materials, such as 24.1 Manufacture of basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys, 24.2 Manufacture of tubes, pipes, hollow profiles and related fittings, of steel, and 24.3 Manufacture of other products of first processing of steel. Additionally, the industry requires specialized equipment, including furnaces, molds, and casting machines, as well as skilled labor to operate these systems effectively.

Production outputs

The casting of metals produces a diverse range of products, including engine blocks, gears, valves, and other components used in 29.1 Manufacture of motor vehicles, 28.1 Manufacture of general-purpose machinery, and 25.1 Manufacture of structural metal products. These cast metal parts are then incorporated into a wide variety of end-use products, making the casting industry a crucial link in the manufacturing supply chain.

Revisions to 24.5

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 24.5. The most recent 1 version of this code (24.5) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 24.5.

Older versions

Family tree for casting of metals

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C'>C: MANUFACTURING</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24'>24: Manufacture of basic metals</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/5'>24.5: Casting of metals</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/1'>24.1: Manufacture of basic iron and steel and of ferro-alloys</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/2'>24.2: Manufacture of tubes, pipes, hollow profiles and related fittings, of steel</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/3'>24.3: Manufacture of other products of first processing of steel</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/4'>24.4: Manufacture of basic precious and other non-ferrous metals</a>"]

    C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/51'>24.51: Casting of iron</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/52'>24.52: Casting of steel</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/53'>24.53: Casting of light metals</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/54'>24.54: Casting of other non-ferrous metals</a>"]


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