334220 - Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
In today’s digitally connected world, reliable broadcasting and wireless communication equipment are essential for information flow and entertainment. NAICS code 334220 specifically identifies the industry that designs and builds the backbone hardware fueling radio, television, satellite, and wireless communications. Whether it’s the antennas enabling smartphone connectivity or the transmitters broadcasting your favorite TV channels, businesses under this classification drive critical technological infrastructure.
What is NAICS Code 334220?
NAICS 334220 represents the industry comprising establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing radio and television broadcasting and wireless communications equipment, including both transmitting and receiving components. This code covers an extensive range of specialized electronic hardware utilized in diverse communications mediums, such as radio, TV broadcast, satellite, cellular phones, and other wireless communications.
Sector and Industry Overview
- Sector: Manufacturing
- Industry: Radio and Television Broadcasting and Wireless Communications Equipment Manufacturing
- Employee Size Standard: Firms classified under this NAICS code typically have up to 1,250 employees to qualify as a small business based on SBA size standards.
Typical Business Activities Include:
- Manufacturing radio and television broadcast transmitters and studio equipment
- Producing wireless communications equipment like cellular phones (new or rebuilt) and pagers
- Building satellite and microwave communication hardware
- Fabricating various antennas for transmitting and receiving signals
- Creating components like amplifiers, microphones, and video cameras used in broadcasting and communications
- Supplying closed-circuit television (CCTV) and cable television equipment
Examples of Businesses under NAICS 334220
- Radio and television broadcast transmitter manufacturers
- Wireless communications equipment manufacturers (e.g., cellular phones, smartwatches)
- Satellite communications equipment manufacturers
- Mobile and microwave communications device producers
Detailed Code Breakdown
The following table outlines the specific products and manufacturing activities included under NAICS 334220:
| Code Detail | Description |
|---|---|
| Airborne radio communications equipment manufacturing | Manufacturing radio equipment for airborne use |
| Amplifiers (RF power and IF) | Production of RF and IF amplifiers |
| Broadcast and studio equipment manufacturing | Producing equipment used in TV and radio studios |
| Antennas, satellite manufacturing | Manufacturing satellite antennas |
| Antennas, transmitting and receiving manufacturing | Building antennas for broadcast and wireless transmission |
| Automobile antennas manufacturing | Producing antennas for vehicles |
| Cable decoders manufacturing | Manufacturing cable TV decoders |
| Cable television transmission and receiving equipment | Producing equipment for cable TV signal transmission and reception |
| Cameras, television manufacturing | Producing TV cameras (except household type) |
| CB (Citizens' Band) radios manufacturing | Manufacturing CB radios |
| Cellular telephones (new and rebuilt) manufacturing | Producing new or rebuilt cellular phones |
| Citizens' band (CB) radios manufacturing | Building CB radios |
| Closed-circuit television equipment manufacturing | Producing CCTV equipment |
| Communications equipment, mobile and microwave | Manufacturing mobile & microwave communications devices |
| Earth station communications equipment manufacturing | Producing equipment for satellite ground stations |
| Global positioning system (GPS) equipment manufacturing | Manufacturing GPS devices |
| GPS (Global positioning system) equipment manufacturing | Producing GPS equipment |
| Marine radio communications equipment manufacturing | Manufacturing radio equipment for marine applications |
| Microphones, broadcast and studio equipment manufacturing | Producing microphones used in studios |
| Microwave communications equipment manufacturing | Manufacturing microwave frequency communication devices |
| Mobile communications equipment manufacturing | Producing mobile communication devices |
| Pagers manufacturing | Manufacturing paging devices |
| Radio transmitting antennas and ground equipment manufacturing | Building transmitting antennas and ground systems |
| Receiver-transmitter units (transceivers) manufacturing | Producing transceivers |
| Satellite antennas manufacturing | Manufacturing satellite-specific antennas |
| Satellite communications equipment manufacturing | Producing satellite communication devices |
| Smartphones (new and rebuilt) manufacturing | Manufacturing new or rebuilt smartphones |
| Smartwatches manufacturing | Producing smartwatches |
| Space satellites, communications manufacturing | Manufacturing communication satellites for space |
| Studio equipment, radio and television broadcasting manufacturing | Producing studio hardware for broadcasting |
| Telephones, cellular (new and rebuilt) manufacturing | Producing cellular telephones |
| Television transmitting antennas and ground equipment manufacturing | Manufacturing TV transmitting antennas and related equipment |
| Television, closed-circuit equipment manufacturing | Producing closed-circuit TV equipment |
| Transceivers (transmitter-receiver units) manufacturing | Manufacturing devices that can both transmit and receive signals |
| Video cameras (except household-type) manufacturing | Producing professional video cameras |
| Video projectors (except household-type, motion picture theater) manufacturing | Manufacturing video projectors for commercial use |
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is NAICS code 334220 used for?
This code classifies manufacturers producing radio, television broadcasting, and wireless communications equipment, including transmitters, antennas, and related devices critical for wired and wireless communication networks.
Which sector does NAICS 334220 belong to?
It falls under the Manufacturing sector.
What types of products fall under this NAICS code?
Products include broadcast transmitters, cellular phones (new and rebuilt), antennas, satellite communication equipment, studio microphones, pagers, video cameras (professional), and more specialized wireless communications hardware.
What is the employee size standard to be considered a small business under NAICS 334220?
The SBA sets the small business size standard at 1,250 employees or fewer.
Can rebuilt cellular phones or smartphones fall under this classification?
Yes, the manufacturing (new and rebuilt) of cellular phones and smartphones is included under 334220.
Conclusion
NAICS code 334220 captures a vital manufacturing subsector responsible for producing the equipment that powers radio, television, and wireless communication systems worldwide. From antennas on cars to the satellites orbiting Earth, companies in this industry create the infrastructure that keeps us connected. Understanding this NAICS code is crucial for businesses pursuing government contracts, market analysis, or industry benchmarking in the manufacturing sector.
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