Iron Foundries
Key Figures
Figures are published for NAICS 331511 directly.
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Official definition
This U.S. industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in pouring molten pig iron or iron alloys into molds to manufacture castings (e.g., cast iron manhole covers, cast iron pipe, cast iron skillets). Establishments in this industry purchase iron made in other establishments.
Source: US Census Bureau, 2017 NAICS Definitions. Public domain.
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Iron Foundries comprises establishments that pour molten pig iron or iron alloys into molds to produce castings. The key distinction from Steel Foundries (except Investment) and Steel Investment Foundries is the material being cast: iron foundries work exclusively with iron and iron alloys, while steel foundries process steel. Like all ferrous metal foundries, establishments in this industry purchase their molten metal from other producers rather than making it themselves.