Casting of metals

NACE v2.0 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 the production of various metal components and parts through the process of casting, a fundamental technique in metalworking. The casting of metals plays a vital role in the supply chain, providing essential inputs to a wide range of industries, from automotive and machinery to construction and consumer goods.

Production process

The casting of metals involves pouring molten metal into a mold, where it solidifies into the desired shape. This process can be carried out using a variety of techniques, including sand casting, die casting, investment casting, and centrifugal casting, among others. Each method has its own advantages and is suited for the production of specific types of metal components.

Production inputs

The casting of metals industry relies on a range of raw materials, including various types of metals such as iron, steel, aluminum, and copper, as well as specialized casting sands, binders, and other additives. Additionally, the industry requires advanced machinery and equipment, such as furnaces, molds, and casting machines, to facilitate the production process.

Production outputs

The casting of metals industry produces a diverse range of metal components and parts, which are then consumed by other industries. These outputs can include engine blocks, gears, valves, and other automotive parts 29.1 Manufacture of motor vehicles, as well as machinery components 28.1 Manufacture of general-purpose machinery, construction materials 23.5 Manufacture of cement, lime and plaster, and a wide variety of consumer goods.

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 page shows a legacy version of code 24.5 ( NACE v2.0).

Newer versions

Related ISIC Codes

These isic codes are related to this econ code: (24.5).

ISIC code ISIC Version ISIC title
243ISIC v4.0Casting of metals

Family tree for casting of metals

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

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

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


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