What this class covers
ANZSIC class 2451 encompasses Australian businesses primarily engaged in manufacturing pumps and compressors for industrial, commercial, and specialized applications. This classification applies to establishments that produce equipment for moving liquids and gases through mechanical action, excluding units specifically designed for refrigeration or air conditioning systems. The manufacturing processes typically involve metalworking, precision engineering, assembly, and testing of these mechanical systems.
Typical businesses in this class include manufacturers of industrial air compressors for workshops and factories, companies producing hydraulic pumps for mining and construction equipment, firms manufacturing fuel pumps for service stations, enterprises creating specialized pumping equipment for agricultural irrigation, and manufacturers of compressors for industrial gas systems. These operations supply essential components to sectors including mining, agriculture, manufacturing, and infrastructure development across Australia.
The classification is used by government agencies, researchers, and businesses themselves to track industry performance, allocate resources, and understand market trends within Australia's manufacturing sector. It helps in identifying businesses engaged in this specific niche of equipment manufacturing for statistical and regulatory purposes.
Primary activities in plain English
Businesses in this class typically engage in one or more of the following activities:
- Manufacturing industrial air compressors for use in workshops, factories, and industrial applications
- Producing gas compressors (excluding those specifically for refrigeration or air conditioning systems)
- Making hydraulic pumps and fluid power equipment for machinery and industrial systems
- Manufacturing petrol pumps and dispensing equipment for service stations
- Producing various types of pumps for moving liquids in industrial, commercial, and agricultural settings
- Creating specialized pumping equipment for specific applications such as mining, water treatment, or chemical processing
Exclusions and nearby codes
Several related activities are specifically excluded from ANZSIC 2451 and classified elsewhere:
Manufacturing domestic refrigeration or air conditioning compressors falls under Group 244 Domestic Appliance Manufacturing, which covers household appliances rather than industrial equipment.
Repairing and maintaining pumps and compressors is classified in Class 9429 Other Machinery and Equipment Repair and Maintenance, as this involves service work rather than manufacturing.
Installing petrol pumps at service stations is included in Class 3299 Other Construction Services n.e.c., as this constitutes construction activity rather than equipment manufacturing.
Practical guidance
When registering your business with the Australian Business Register, you should select ANZSIC 2451 if manufacturing pumps or compressors is your primary activity. The Australian Taxation Office uses this classification for tax return reporting and industry benchmarking purposes. For statistical reporting, you should use the corresponding Business Industry Code (BIC) 24510.
Workers' compensation insurance classifications may vary by state, but typically fall under manufacturing categories. In Victoria, WorkSafe Australia generally classifies pump and compressor manufacturing under appropriate manufacturing risk categories rather than specific equipment classifications.
Businesses in this classification may be eligible for certain manufacturing grants or assistance programs, particularly those focused on advanced manufacturing, export development, or regional employment. You should check current federal and state government programs for manufacturing businesses, as eligibility criteria and available support change regularly.
When completing Business Activity Statements (BAS), ensure you correctly report manufacturing activities and applicable GST treatment for both domestic sales and exports. If you export your products, different GST rules may apply compared to domestic sales.