Treatment and coating of metals

NACE code 25.61, 'Treatment and coating of metals', represents a critical industry within the broader manufacturing sector. This industry is responsible for the surface treatment and coating of various metal products, enhancing their durability, corrosion resistance, and aesthetic appeal. The processes involved in this industry are essential for the production and maintenance of a wide range of metal-based goods, from automotive parts to construction materials, making it a vital component of many industrial supply chains.

The main production techniques used in the treatment and coating of metals industry include electroplating, anodizing, painting, and other specialized surface finishing processes. These methods are employed to apply protective or decorative coatings to metal surfaces, improving their resistance to wear, corrosion, and environmental factors. The specific techniques used will depend on the type of metal, the desired finish, and the intended application of the final product.

The key inputs required for the treatment and coating of metals industry include raw metal materials, such as steel, aluminum, or copper, as well as a range of chemicals, paints, and other coating substances. Additionally, this industry relies on specialized machinery and equipment, such as electroplating tanks, spray booths, and curing ovens, to facilitate the various surface treatment and coating processes.

The primary outputs of the treatment and coating of metals industry are metal products with enhanced surface properties, such as increased corrosion resistance, improved aesthetics, or specialized functional characteristics. These coated and treated metal goods are then consumed by a wide range of other industries, including 29.10 Manufacture of motor vehicles, 25.11 Manufacture of metal structures and parts of structures, and 41.20 Construction of residential and non-residential buildings, among others.