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General-Purpose Machinery Industry.

This category includes the manufacturing of general-purpose machinery, which is commonly used across a wide range of industries according to ISIC classification. It includes the production of components used in the manufacture of various other machines or machines that support other business operations. This category encompasses the manufacturing of machines and turbines, except for vehicle and aircraft engines. It also includes equipment for hydropower, pumps, compressors, valves, bearings, gears, and steering gear components, ovens, furnaces, and combustion furnaces, equipment for material handling and lifting, office machinery and equipment (excluding computer equipment and its accessories), power-driven hand tools, and other general-purpose machinery. Remanufacturing activities can also be classified within this industry.