Manufacture of metal forming machinery and machine tools

NACE v2.1 Code: C28.4

About manufacture of metal forming machinery and machine tools

NACE code 28.4 covers the manufacture of metal forming machinery and machine tools, a critical industry that plays a vital role in the broader manufacturing sector. These specialized machines and tools are essential for shaping, cutting, and processing metal, enabling the production of a wide range of metal products used across various industries. The industry's importance is underscored by its ability to enhance efficiency, productivity, and quality in manufacturing processes, ultimately contributing to the competitiveness of the economy.

Production process

The manufacture of metal forming machinery and machine tools involves a range of advanced production techniques. Key processes include metal casting, forging, and machining, where raw materials are shaped and refined into the desired components. Computer numerical control (CNC) technology is widely employed to automate and precisely control the manufacturing operations, ensuring high levels of accuracy and consistency. Additionally, the assembly of these complex machines often requires skilled labor and specialized assembly lines to ensure proper functioning and integration of the various subsystems.

Production inputs

The production of metal forming machinery and machine tools relies on a variety of inputs, including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, such as steel, aluminum, and copper, which serve as the primary raw materials. Specialized components, such as motors, gears, and electronic control systems, are also essential inputs. Additionally, the industry requires a skilled workforce with expertise in areas like mechanical engineering, computer programming, and precision manufacturing.

Production outputs

The primary output of NACE code 28.4 is the manufacture of a wide range of metal forming machinery and machine tools, including presses, forging machines, bending machines, and lathes. These products are then consumed by various other NACE codes, such as 25.1 Manufacture of structural metal products, 25.6 Treatment and coating of metals; machining, and 28.9 Manufacture of other special-purpose machinery, which utilize these specialized machines and tools to further process and shape metal for their own production processes.

Revisions to 28.4

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 28.4. The most recent 1 version of this code (28.4) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 28.4.

Family tree for manufacture of metal forming machinery and machine tools

    graph LR
    A["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C'>C: MANUFACTURING</a>"]
A --> B["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28'>28: Manufacture of machinery and equipment n.e.c.</a>"]
B --> C["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/4'>28.4: Manufacture of metal forming machinery and machine tools</a>"]

    B --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/1'>28.1: Manufacture of general-purpose machinery</a>"]
B --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/2'>28.2: Manufacture of other general-purpose machinery</a>"]
B --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/3'>28.3: Manufacture of agricultural and forestry machinery</a>"]
B --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/9'>28.9: Manufacture of other special-purpose machinery</a>"]

    C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/41'>28.41: Manufacture of metal forming machinery and machine tools for metal work</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/42'>28.42: Manufacture of other machine tools</a>"]


    %% Color coordination by level

    classDef level1 color:#000,fill:#a8f9ff,stroke:#333,stroke-width:2px
    classDef level2 color:#000,fill:#e0a458,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level3 color:#000,fill:#419d78,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level4 color:#000,fill:#c04abc,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level5 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef level6 color:#000,fill:#f1c40f,stroke:#333,stroke-width:1px
    classDef highlight color:#000,fill:#fff,stroke:#000,stroke-width:5px



  %% Apply classes
  class A level1
class B level2
class C level3
class D level3
class E level3
class F level3
class G level3
class H level4
class I level4

  class C highlight

  %% class A level1
  %% class B,C level2
  %% class D,E,F,G,H,I level2
  %% class J,K,L,M,N,O,P level3
  %% class C highlight