Casting of steel

NACE v2.1 Code: C24.52

About casting of steel

NACE code 24.52, 'Casting of steel', represents a critical industry within the broader manufacturing sector. Steel casting plays a vital role in the production of a wide range of industrial and consumer goods, from machinery and transportation equipment to construction materials and household appliances. This industry's output is essential for the functioning of many other economic activities, making it a key component of the overall manufacturing supply chain.

Production process

The casting of steel involves several key steps. First, the raw materials, including scrap steel and alloying elements, are melted in a furnace. The molten steel is then poured into molds, which can be made of sand, metal, or other materials. The steel is allowed to cool and solidify within the mold, after which the casting is removed and undergoes further processing, such as trimming, heat treatment, and finishing.

Production inputs

The main inputs required for the casting of steel include ferrous scrap, alloying elements (such as chromium, nickel, and manganese), and energy sources (e.g., electricity or natural gas) to power the furnaces. Specialized equipment, such as casting molds, ladles, and handling machinery, are also essential for the production process.

Production outputs

The primary output of the casting of steel industry is a wide range of steel castings, which can be used in the manufacture of various products. These castings may be further processed or incorporated into the production of 25.11 Manufacture of metal structures and parts of structures, 28.11 Manufacture of engines and turbines, except aircraft, vehicle and cycle engines, or 29.10 Manufacture of motor vehicles.

Revisions to 24.52

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 24.52. The most recent 1 version of this code (24.52) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 24.52.

Older versions

Family tree for casting of steel

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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>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/52'>24.52: Casting of steel</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/51'>24.51: Casting of iron</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/53'>24.53: Casting of light metals</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/24/54'>24.54: Casting of other non-ferrous metals</a>"]

    

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