Manufacture of additive manufacturing machinery

NACE v2.1 Code: C28.97

About manufacture of additive manufacturing machinery

NACE code 28.97 covers the manufacture of additive manufacturing machinery, also known as 3D printing equipment. This industry plays a crucial role in the broader manufacturing sector, enabling the production of complex, customized parts and products across a wide range of industries. As additive manufacturing technologies continue to evolve and become more accessible, the importance of this industry is expected to grow, driving innovation and efficiency in various manufacturing processes.

Production process

The primary production techniques used in the manufacture of additive manufacturing machinery involve the assembly of various components, including print heads, build platforms, control systems, and supporting structures. Depending on the specific type of 3D printing technology, the manufacturing process may involve techniques such as fused deposition modeling (FDM), stereolithography (SLA), selective laser sintering (SLS), or digital light processing (DLP). These methods typically rely on the precise control of materials, energy sources, and printing parameters to create the desired output.

Production inputs

The manufacture of additive manufacturing machinery requires a range of inputs, including specialized components such as motors, sensors, and electronic control systems. Additionally, the industry relies on various raw materials, such as metals, plastics, and resins, which are used to produce the print heads, build platforms, and other critical components. Sophisticated software and programming tools are also essential inputs, as they enable the precise control and programming of the additive manufacturing equipment.

Production outputs

The primary output of the additive manufacturing machinery industry is, of course, the 3D printing equipment itself. These machines are then used by a wide range of industries, including 25.73 Manufacture of tools, 26.51 Manufacture of instruments and appliances for measuring, testing and navigation, 28.99 Manufacture of other special-purpose machinery n.e.c., and 32.99 Other manufacturing n.e.c., among others. The ability of additive manufacturing to produce customized, complex parts and products has made it an increasingly valuable tool across various manufacturing sectors.

Revisions to 28.97

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 28.97. The most recent 2 versions of this code (28.97) is in the NACE v2.1 system (this version):

This page shows the most recent version of code 28.97.

Family tree for manufacture of additive manufacturing machinery

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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/28/9'>28.9: Manufacture of other special-purpose machinery</a>"]
C --> D["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/97'>28.97: Manufacture of additive manufacturing machinery</a>"]

    C --> E["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/91'>28.91: Manufacture of machinery for metallurgy</a>"]
C --> F["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/92'>28.92: Manufacture of machinery for mining, quarrying and construction</a>"]
C --> G["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/93'>28.93: Manufacture of machinery for food, beverage and tobacco processing</a>"]
C --> H["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/94'>28.94: Manufacture of machinery for textile, apparel and leather production</a>"]
C --> I["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/95'>28.95: Manufacture of machinery for paper and paperboard production</a>"]
C --> J["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/96'>28.96: Manufacture of plastics and rubber machinery</a>"]
C --> K["<a href='/classifications/nace/v2-1/C/28/99'>28.99: Manufacture of other special-purpose machinery n.e.c.</a>"]

    

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