What this class covers
ANZSIC class 2223 covers Australian businesses primarily engaged in manufacturing architectural aluminium products for building and construction applications. This classification applies to operations that transform aluminium into finished building components rather than producing basic aluminium materials. Typical operations include fabricating aluminium frames and combining them with glass to create complete windows and doors, forming aluminium sheets into roofing and guttering systems, and producing structural aluminium components like railings and partitions.
Businesses in this class typically operate manufacturing facilities with equipment for cutting, forming, and assembling aluminium components. Examples include: an aluminium window and door manufacturer supplying the residential construction market; a specialty fabricator producing custom aluminium railings and balustrades for commercial buildings; a factory manufacturing complete aluminium shower screen units; a operation producing aluminium roofing systems and gutter components; and a workshop creating architectural aluminium features like shop fronts and curtain walls.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses classified under ANZSIC 2223 typically engage in one or more of the following activities:
- Manufacturing aluminium framed windows and doors complete with glass installation
- Producing aluminium roofing components, guttering, and downpipes
- Fabricating aluminium railings, gates, and structural barriers
- Creating aluminium framed shower screens and bathroom partitions
- Manufacturing aluminium skylights and ceiling sections
- Producing aluminium shop fronts and commercial entry systems
- Fabricating ornamental architectural aluminium work and decorative features
- Manufacturing aluminium fly screen doors and window screens
- Producing prefabricated aluminium partition systems
- Manufacturing aluminium roller shutters and security doors
- Creating aluminium curtain wall systems for commercial buildings
Exclusions and nearby codes
Certain related activities are specifically excluded from ANZSIC 2223 and classified elsewhere:
Manufacturing similar architectural products from metals other than aluminium (such as steel or copper roofing, guttering, and downpipes) falls under Class 2224 Metal Roof and Guttering Manufacturing (except Aluminium).
Producing basic aluminium shapes through rolling, drawing or extruding processes (creating pipes, rods, bars and tubes) is classified in Class 2142 Aluminium Rolling, Drawing, Extruding.
Manufacturing aluminium blinds, awnings, or other non-structural aluminium products is included in Class 2299 Other Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing n.e.c.
Installing aluminium windows, doors, or other architectural products (without manufacturing them) falls under Class 3245 Glazing Services or other construction-related classifications depending on the specific installation activity.
Practical guidance
When registering your business with the Australian Business Register, you'll need to select appropriate industry classifications. ANZSIC 2223 corresponds to Business Industry Classification (BIC) code 22230. This classification may affect your business in several practical ways:
Workers' compensation premiums in Australia are typically calculated based on industry risk classifications, and manufacturing operations generally fall into higher risk categories than service businesses. Ensure you accurately report your workforce and activities to your state or territory workers' compensation authority.
Businesses in this classification may be eligible for certain manufacturing grants, export assistance programs, or industry development initiatives. Check with federal and state business development agencies for current opportunities relevant to metal product manufacturing.
When completing Business Activity Statements (BAS) and tax returns, ensure you accurately report manufacturing activities and applicable GST treatment. Businesses manufacturing taxable supplies generally must register for GST if their turnover exceeds $75,000 annually.