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NAICS 333517: Machine tool manufacturing

NAICS 333517 is the industry code for machine tool manufacturing. Use it on loan applications, tax forms and registrations. Explore financing for manufacturing and start your application when you are ready.

What 333517 covers

This code covers makers of metal cutting and metal forming machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, grinders, press brakes, punch presses and laser cutting systems.

Included in this code

  • CNC lathes and machining centers
  • Grinding machines
  • Press brakes and punch presses
  • Laser, plasma and waterjet cutting machines
  • EDM machines

Businesses that use 333517

CNC machine builderPress brake manufacturerWaterjet cutting system maker

Financing for this trade

Machine tool makers finance production with equipment loans and lines of credit and help buyers through vendor financing and leasing partners. Lenders look at backlog and industrial capital spending cycles.

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Is 333517 the right code for a machine tool manufacturer?

Yes, if you build machine tools that cut or form metal. Woodworking machines use 333243, and cutting tools and accessories use 333515. Rebuilding and repairing machine tools for customers usually falls under 811310, and machine tool dealers use 423830. When your work spans two codes, choose the one tied to your largest revenue line and use it consistently on tax and loan forms.

What is the SBA size standard for 333517?

Under 13 CFR 121.201, a business classified under NAICS 333517 is small if it averages no more than 500 employees, counting affiliates, over the prior 24 months. SBA uses that number for loan eligibility and federal agencies use it for small business set asides. A firm above it can still qualify for SBA 7(a) and 504 loans under the alternative standard of $15 million tangible net worth and $5 million average net income.

How do machine tool builders support buyer financing?

Many builders partner with equipment finance companies so shops can lease or finance machines with low upfront payments, which drives sales. The builder uses a revolving line for components and inventory. Lenders look at backlog, dealer health and exposure to manufacturing capital spending cycles.

What does NAICS 333517 cover?

Machine tool manufacturing. Industry level code in NAICS 2022, under 31-33 Manufacturing, 333 Machinery manufacturing, 3335 Metalworking machinery manufacturing, 33351 Metalworking machinery manufacturing.

What financing do NAICS 333517 businesses use?

Equipment financing, working capital, SBA loans and invoice factoring are the products placed most for manufacturing businesses. Start an application and the AI matches the deal to lenders that fund this code.

Where do I put NAICS 333517?

On the SBA loan application, on federal Schedule C or Form 1120, on SAM.gov and state registrations, and on most lender applications. A business can report more than one code; use this one if it describes what produces most of your revenue.