What this class covers
ANZSIC class 2439 covers Australian businesses engaged in manufacturing various electrical equipment and components that aren't classified elsewhere in the manufacturing division. This includes establishments producing essential electrical infrastructure components and power-related equipment. The classification encompasses both consumer and industrial electrical products that facilitate electricity generation, transmission, and utilization.
Typical businesses in this class might include a factory manufacturing industrial transformers for power distribution networks, a facility producing automotive and industrial batteries, or a workshop specializing in electric motor manufacturing and rewinding services. Other examples include companies manufacturing electrical switchboards for buildings, generators for backup power systems, or specialized electrical welding equipment. These operations typically involve industrial-scale production rather than small-scale artisan work.
This classification is used across Australian government and industry contexts including business registration, statistical reporting, market research, and policy development. Understanding this classification helps businesses accurately describe their activities to regulators, insurers, and potential clients within the Australian market.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses in this class typically engage in one or more of the following activities:
- Manufacturing batteries of all types, including those for vehicles and industrial applications
- Producing carbon brushes used in electrical motors and generators
- Manufacturing electrical distribution boxes and switchboards for power management
- Making dry cell batteries (common household batteries) and wet cell batteries
- Manufacturing dynamos, electric motors, and generators (excluding wind-powered generators)
- Rewinding and repairing electric motors
- Producing electrical furnaces for industrial processes (not including space heaters)
- Manufacturing fuses, cut-outs, and electrical safety devices
- Making permanent magnets and electromagnetic components
- Producing electrical soldering irons and welding equipment
- Manufacturing transformers for voltage conversion
- Producing electrical transmission equipment for power distribution
Exclusions and nearby codes
Several related manufacturing activities are excluded from this class and classified elsewhere:
Windmill manufacturing falls under class 2461 (Agricultural Machinery and Equipment Manufacturing) rather than this class. Manufacturing of soldering or welding flux is included in class 1899 (Other Basic Chemical Product Manufacturing) since it involves chemical production rather than electrical equipment manufacturing.
Businesses manufacturing automotive electrical parts (excluding batteries) should consult class 2313 (Automotive Electrical Component Manufacturing). Companies that primarily install or assemble heavy electrical machinery on-site are classified under class 3109 (Other Heavy and Civil Engineering Construction) rather than manufacturing classes.
Practical guidance
When registering your business with the Australian Business Register, you'll need to select appropriate classification codes. For businesses in this class, the corresponding Business Industry Code (BIC) is 24390, which aligns with ANZSIC 2439. This classification may affect your business's workers' compensation insurance premiums, as manufacturing classifications typically have different risk profiles than other sectors.
Businesses in this classification should maintain accurate records of their manufacturing activities, as this information may be required for statistical purposes by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. Some government grants and industry assistance programs specifically target manufacturing businesses, so accurate classification can help identify potential opportunities.
When completing Business Activity Statements (BAS) and tax returns, ensure your described activities align with your ANZSIC classification. If your business operations change significantly—such as expanding into excluded activities like electrical installation services—you may need to review and potentially update your classification codes.