Major Group SIC 33 - Primary Metal Industries

SIC 33 - Primary Metal Industries

SIC 33 - Primary Metal Industries
SIC 01 - Agricultural Production Crops SIC 02 - Agricultural Production Livestock And Animal Specialties SIC 07 - Agricultural Services SIC 08 - Forestry SIC 09 - Fishing, Hunting, And Trapping SIC 10 - Metal Mining SIC 12 - Coal Mining SIC 13 - Oil And Gas Extraction SIC 14 - Mining And Quarrying Of Nonmetallic Minerals, Except Fuels SIC 15 - Building Construction General Contractors And Operative Builders SIC 16 - Heavy Construction Other Than Building Construction Contractors SIC 17 - Construction Special Trade Contractors SIC 20 - Food And Kindred Products SIC 21 - Tobacco Products SIC 22 - Textile Mill Products SIC 23 - Apparel And Other Finished Products Made From Fabrics And Similar Materials SIC 24 - Lumber And Wood Products, Except Furniture SIC 25 - Furniture And Fixtures SIC 26 - Paper And Allied Products SIC 27 - Printing, Publishing, And Allied Industries SIC 28 - Chemicals And Allied Products SIC 29 - Petroleum Refining And Related Industries SIC 30 - Rubber And Miscellaneous Plastics Products SIC 31 - Leather And Leather Products SIC 32 - Stone, Clay, Glass, And Concrete Products SIC 33 - Primary Metal Industries SIC 34 - Fabricated Metal Products, Except Machinery And Transportation Equipment SIC 35 - Industrial And Commercial Machinery And Computer Equipment SIC 36 - Electronic And Other Electrical Equipment And Components, Except Computer Equipment SIC 37 - Transportation Equipment SIC 38 - Measuring, Analyzing, And Controlling Instruments Photographic, Medical And Optical Good SIC 39 - Miscellaneous Manufacturing Industries SIC 40 - Railroad Transportation SIC 41 - Local And Suburban Transit And Interurban Highway Passenger Transportation SIC 42 - Motor Freight Transportation And Warehousing SIC 44 - Water Transportation SIC 45 - Transportation By Air SIC 46 - Pipelines, Except Natural Gas SIC 47 - Transportation Services SIC 48 - Communications SIC 49 - Electric, Gas, And Sanitary Services SIC 50 - Wholesale Trade-durable Goods SIC 51 - Wholesale Trade-non-durable Goods SIC 52 - Building Materials, Hardware, Garden Supply, And Mobile Home Dealers SIC 53 - General Merchandise Stores SIC 54 - Food Stores SIC 55 - Automotive Dealers And Gasoline Service Stations SIC 56 - Apparel And Accessory Stores SIC 57 - Home Furniture, Furnishings, And Equipment Stores SIC 58 - Eating And Drinking Places SIC 59 - Miscellaneous Retail SIC 60 - Depository Institutions SIC 61 - Non-depository Credit Institutions SIC 62 - Security And Commodity Brokers, Dealers, Exchanges, And Services SIC 63 - Insurance Carriers SIC 64 - Insurance Agents, Brokers, And Service SIC 65 - Real Estate SIC 67 - Holding And Other Investment Offices SIC 70 - Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps, And Other Lodging Places SIC 72 - Personal Services SIC 73 - Business Services SIC 75 - Automotive Repair, Services, And Parking SIC 76 - Miscellaneous Repair Services SIC 78 - Motion Pictures SIC 79 - Amusement And Recreation Services SIC 80 - Health Services SIC 81 - Legal Services SIC 82 - Educational Services SIC 83 - Social Services SIC 84 - Museums, Art Galleries, And Botanical And Zoological Gardens SIC 86 - Membership Organizations or Unions And Similar Labor Organizations SIC 87 - Engineering, Accounting, Research, Management, And Related Services SIC 89 - Services, Not Elsewhere Classified SIC 96 - Administration Of Economic Programs

This major group includes establishments engaged in smelting and refining ferrous and nonferrous metals from ore, pig, or scrap; in rolling, drawing, and alloying metals; in manufacturing castings and other basic metal products; and in manufacturing nails, spikes, and insulated wire and cable. This major group includes the production of coke. Establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing metal forgings or stampings are classified in Industry Group 346.

Industry trends:

The primary metal industries under NAICS 33 have been undergoing several qualitative trends that are shaping the future of this sector. One significant trend is the increased focus on sustainability and environmental considerations. Companies are investing in cleaner technologies and processes to reduce carbon emissions and energy consumption. This shift is partly driven by stricter government regulations and heightened consumer awareness regarding environmental impact.

Another trend is the integration of advanced technologies such as AI, IoT, and automation in manufacturing processes. These technologies are being used to improve efficiency, reduce operational costs, and enhance product quality. Predictive maintenance powered by AI, for instance, is helping companies to prevent equipment failure, thereby increasing productivity.

There is also a noteworthy trend towards reshoring and nearshoring of manufacturing operations. Supply chain disruptions caused by global events have led companies to reconsider their reliance on distant suppliers. By bringing production closer to home, firms aim to improve supply chain resilience and reduce lead times.

In terms of forecasts, the demand for lightweight and high-strength materials like aluminum and specialty alloys is expected to grow, driven by the automotive and aerospace industries' pursuit of fuel efficiency and performance. Furthermore, the adoption of electric vehicles is likely to spur demand for certain primary metals used in battery production.

Overall, the primary metal industries are poised for transformation, with sustainability, technology integration, and supply chain restructuring playing critical roles in shaping its near future.

This industry is comprised of:

SIC 331 - Steel Works, Blast Furnaces, And Rolling And Finishing Mills

SIC 332 - Iron And Steel Foundries

SIC 333 - Primary Smelting And Refining Of Nonferrous Metals

SIC 334 - Secondary Smelting And Refining Of Nonferrous Metals

SIC 335 - Rolling, Drawing, And Extruding Of Nonferrous Metals

SIC 336 - Nonferrous Foundries (castings)

SIC 339 - Miscellaneous Primary Metal Products

Explore related industries:

SIC 10 - Metal Mining SIC 29 - Petroleum Refining And Related Industries SIC 34 - Fabricated Metal Products, Except Machinery And Transportation Equipment

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