332618 - Other Fabricated Wire Product Manufacturing

Introduction

When it comes to the manufacturing sector, NAICS Code 332618 - Other Fabricated Wire Product Manufacturing stands out as a specialized category focusing on a variety of fabricated wire products essential to numerous industries. Whether it's manufacturing springs, wire forms, or custom wire items, businesses under this code play a critical role in supplying components that keep machinery and infrastructure operating smoothly. Understanding this NAICS code can help manufacturers, suppliers, and government contractors identify opportunities, comply with regulations, and optimize their market strategies.

What is NAICS Code 332618?

NAICS Code 332618 encompasses establishments primarily engaged in fabricating wire products — excluding wire nails, wire fencing, and wire rope. This means the industry focuses on creating wire springs, wire forms, and a diverse range of fabricated wire items used across industrial, commercial, and consumer applications.

Key Highlights:

• Fabrication of wire springs and forms
• Manufacturing of various wire products not covered in other wire manufacturing industries
• Serves multiple sectors including automotive, agriculture, and construction

Sector Overview: Manufacturing

This NAICS code falls squarely within the Manufacturing sector, emphasizing physical production and fabrication processes. Establishments in this category typically:

• Use purchased wire to produce finished wire products
• Serve as component suppliers for equipment manufacturers
• Offer customized fabrication services for specialized wire product needs

Size Standards & Eligibility

For government contracting and SBA purposes, eligibility is commonly based on employee count. For NAICS Code 332618, the small business size standard is:

• 500 employees

This means businesses with 500 or fewer employees generally qualify as small businesses under this classification, allowing them to compete for small business set asides and related federal contracting opportunities.

Typical Business Types & Activities

Businesses classified under NAICS 332618 are involved in a range of activities, including:

• Manufacture of wire springs (compression, extension, torsion)
• Production of custom wire forms (clips, hooks, bends)
• Fabrication of specialized wire products for industrial machines and consumer goods
• Assembly of wire racks, cages, and baskets
• Production of conveyor belts and drying belts made from wire

Detailed Code Description and Product Examples

Below is a comprehensive list of products and activities covered by NAICS Code 332618:

Product/Activity	Description
Automobile skid chains made from purchased wire	Chains for vehicle traction enhancement
Bale ties made from purchased wire	Wire ties for bundling bales in agriculture
Barbed wire made from purchased wire	Wire fencing product with sharp edges
Baskets, metal, made from purchased wire	Wire formed containers
Belts, conveyor, made from purchased wire	Wire mesh belts used in manufacturing lines
Belts, drying, made from purchased wire	Wire drying belts used in industrial processes
Brackets made from purchased wire	Structural or mounting wire components
Brads, metal, made from purchased wire	Small wire nails used in construction
Cable, noninsulated wire, made from purchased wire	Electrical grade wire without insulation
Cages made from purchased wire	Wire enclosures for animals or goods
Can keys made from purchased wire	Wire-made opener keys
Chain link fencing and fence gates made from purchased wire	Wire fencing products excluded from code but similar items fabricated here
Chain made from purchased wire	Various types of fabricated wire chains
Chain, welded, made from purchased wire	Wire linked by welding for strength
Chicken netting made from purchased wire	Wire mesh for poultry containment
Cloth, woven wire, made from purchased wire	Wire woven into textile-like materials
Coat hangers made from purchased wire	Wire formed hanging devices
Concrete reinforcing mesh made from purchased wire	Wire mesh used to reinforce concrete
Crab traps made from purchased wire	Wire cages for catching crabs
Cylinder wire cloth made from purchased wire	Wire mesh shaped as cylinders
Delivery cases made from purchased wire	Wire boxes or cases
Diamond cloths made from purchased wire	Wire cloth with diamond pattern
Fabrics, woven wire, made from purchased wire	Woven wire textiles
Fencing and fence gates made from purchased wire	Wire fabricated fencing products
Fourdrinier wire cloth made from purchased wire	Specialized wire cloth for paper machines
Grilles and grillwork made from purchased wire	Wire metal grilles
Guards, wire, made from purchased wire	Protective wire guards
Hardware cloth, woven wire, made from purchased wire	Fine woven wire mesh
Insect screening made from purchased wire	Wire mesh used for insect screens
Key rings made from purchased wire	Wire loops for holding keys
Lamp frames, wire, made from purchased wire	Wire used in lamp structure
Mats and matting made from purchased wire	Wire formed mats for various uses
Mesh made from purchased wire	General wire mesh product
Nails, brads, and staples made from purchased wire	Wire fastening products
Netting, woven, made from purchased wire	Wire nets for industrial and agricultural use
Paper clips made from purchased wire	Wire clips for paper fastening
Paper machine wire cloth made from purchased wire	Special wire cloth for paper manufacturing
Poultry netting made from purchased wire	Wire mesh for poultry containment
Racks, household-type, made from purchased wire	Wire racks for home storage
Reinforcing mesh, concrete, made from purchased wire	Wire mesh used in construction reinforcement
Rope, wire, made from purchased wire	Wire ropes for lifting and pulling
Shelving, wire, made from purchased wire	Wire shelving units
Sieves, made from purchased wire, manufacturing	Wire mesh sieves
Slings, lifting, made from purchased wire	Wire slings for hoisting
Spikes made from purchased wire	Wire spikes for construction or fencing
Spiral cloth made from purchased wire	Wire cloth arranged spirally
Staples made from purchased wire	Wire fasteners
Stranded wire, uninsulated, made from purchased wire	Multiple wire strands twisted together
Tacks, metal, made from purchased wire	Metal wire fasteners
Tire chains made from purchased wire	Wire chains for vehicle tires
Traps, animal and fish, made from purchased wire	Wire traps for catching animals or fish
Trays, wire, made from purchased wire	Wire trays for storage or processing
Window screening, woven, made from purchased wire	Wire mesh for window screens

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What types of products are included under NAICS 332618?

NAICS 332618 covers wire products such as wire springs, wire forms, baskets, conveyor belts, cages, racks, and wire fabrics—excluding wire nails, fencing, and wire ropes.

Which sector does this NAICS code belong to?

This code is part of the Manufacturing sector, specifically focusing on the fabrication of wire products.

What is the size standard for small businesses under this NAICS code?

Small business size is defined as having 500 or fewer employees.

Are wire nails or wire rope included in this code?

No, wire nails, wire fencing, and wire rope are excluded from NAICS 332618; they are classified under different NAICS codes.

What are typical business activities for companies under this code?

Typical activities include manufacturing wire springs, producing custom wire forms, and fabricating wire products for industrial and commercial use.

Conclusion

NAICS Code 332618 - Other Fabricated Wire Product Manufacturing represents a vital niche in the manufacturing sector. By specializing in producing a diverse array of fabricated wire products — from springs to conveyors, cages to wire fabrics — businesses in this industry support multiple sectors' operational and production needs. Understanding this NAICS code and its scope empowers businesses and contractors to better position themselves for growth, compliance, and government contracting opportunities.

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