Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment

NACE v2.1 Code: C26.2

About manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment

NACE code 26.2 covers the manufacture of computers, computer peripherals, and related electronic devices. This industry plays a crucial role in the modern digital economy, providing the hardware infrastructure that enables the widespread use of information technology across businesses, governments, and households. As a key component of the broader electronics manufacturing sector, the computer and peripheral equipment industry is a significant contributor to economic growth and technological innovation.

Production process

The manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment involves a complex process of assembly, testing, and quality control. This typically begins with the production of electronic components, such as processors, memory modules, and circuit boards, which are then integrated into the final products. Advanced automation and robotics are commonly used to streamline the assembly process and ensure consistent quality. Rigorous testing procedures are also implemented to verify the functionality and performance of the finished devices.

Production inputs

The computer and peripheral equipment industry relies on a range of raw materials and components, including semiconductors, metals, plastics, and specialized electronic parts. Manufacturers also require advanced production machinery, such as circuit board assembly lines, testing equipment, and packaging systems. Additionally, this industry depends on a highly skilled workforce, with engineers, technicians, and production workers possessing specialized knowledge and expertise.

Production outputs

The primary outputs of this industry are desktop computers, laptops, tablets, printers, scanners, and other peripheral devices. These products are then consumed by a wide range of other industries, including 62.0 Computer programming, consultancy and related activities, 63.1 Data processing, hosting and related activities; web portals, and 95.1 Repair of computers and communication equipment, as well as individual consumers.

Revisions to 26.2

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 26.2. The most recent 2 versions of this code (26.2) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 26.2.

Family tree for manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment

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    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C'>C: MANUFACTURING</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/26'>26: Manufacture of computer, electronic and optical products</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/26/2'>26.2: Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/26/1'>26.1: Manufacture of electronic components and boards</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/26/3'>26.3: Manufacture of communication equipment</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/26/4'>26.4: Manufacture of consumer electronics</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/26/5'>26.5: Manufacture of measuring testing instruments, clocks and watches</a>"]
B --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/26/6'>26.6: Manufacture of irradiation, electromedical and electrotherapeutic equipment</a>"]
B --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/26/7'>26.7: Manufacture of optical instruments, magnetic and optical media and photographic equipment</a>"]

    C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/26/20'>26.20: Manufacture of computers and peripheral equipment</a>"]


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