NAICS 335132 Quarterly Industry Report
Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing
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NAICS Code: 335132Sector: 33Updated: Q1 2026
About This Report
This Fair Market Value industry report for NAICS 335132 draws on verified data from the U.S. Census Bureau[4], Bureau of Labor Statistics[5], and the Small Business Administration[6]. Our research team compiles establishment counts, market data, and SBA eligibility criteria specific to commercial and industrial lighting fixture manufacturing. Reports are updated quarterly to reflect new Census releases and energy code developments.
Industry Snapshot
Key metrics for the commercial, industrial, and institutional electric lighting fixture manufacturing industry.
Industry Definition & Overview
Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing (NAICS 335132) encompasses establishments primarily engaged in manufacturing electric lighting fixtures for commercial, industrial, and institutional applications. Products include office troffer luminaires, high-bay warehouse fixtures, emergency lighting with battery backup, grow light fixtures, outdoor area lights, parking structure fixtures, and specialized industrial luminaires. The U.S. Census Bureau[4] separates this code from residential fixtures (335131), lamp bulbs (335139), and glass lighting components (327215).
Commercial construction spending and building energy code compliance drive the primary demand for this industry. LED technology now dominates new fixture specifications, enabling integrated luminaire designs with longer lifespans and lower energy consumption than fluorescent alternatives. Manufacturing combines sheet metal fabrication for housings and reflectors, optical design for lens and reflector systems, LED module and driver assembly, and controls integration including dimming, occupancy sensing, and networked building management system connectivity.
Energy codes adopted at state and local levels increasingly mandate minimum efficacy standards, daylight harvesting controls, and lighting power density limits that expand the addressable market for advanced LED fixtures with integrated controls. Specification through architectural and engineering firms shapes purchasing decisions, with electrical distributors and manufacturer representatives serving as primary sales channels. Raw material inputs include aluminum and steel for fixture housings, polycarbonate and acrylic optical lenses, LED chips and driver circuits, and emergency battery backup systems for life safety applications.
What's Included in This Industry
- Office troffer and panel luminaire manufacturing
- High-bay and low-bay industrial fixture production
- Emergency lighting with battery backup manufacturing
- Outdoor area and site lighting fixture production
- Grow light fixture manufacturing (commercial)
- Parking structure luminaire production
- Institutional lighting fixture manufacturing
- LED retrofit kit production for commercial fixtures
- Hazardous location lighting fixture manufacturing
- Sports and arena lighting system production
NAICS Classification Hierarchy
| Level | Description | Code |
|---|---|---|
| Subsector | Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing | 335 |
| Industry Group | Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing | 3351 |
| NAICS Industry | Electric Lighting Equipment Manufacturing | 33513 |
| National Industry | Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing | 335132 |
Related NAICS Codes
| Code | Description | Relationship |
|---|---|---|
| 335131 | Residential Electric Lighting Fixture Manufacturing | Manufactures residential electric lighting fixtures for home applications rather than the commercial, industrial, and institutional products covered by this classification |
| 335139 | Electric Lamp Bulb and Other Lighting Equipment Manufacturing | Produces electric lamp bulbs, LED bulbs, and other lighting equipment rather than the complete commercial fixture assemblies manufactured under this code |
| 335931 | Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing | Manufactures current-carrying wiring devices including commercial lighting controls and switches classified as components rather than complete luminaire assemblies |
| 327215 | Glass Product Manufacturing Made of Purchased Glass | Produces glass components for lighting fixtures including lenses and diffusers used as inputs by commercial fixture manufacturers during assembly operations |
| 335210 | Small Electrical Appliance Manufacturing | Manufactures small electrical appliances including ceiling fans with integrated lighting classified separately from dedicated commercial lighting fixtures |
SBA Lending Summary
96
Total SBA Loans
$91.1M
Total Loan Volume
$949K
Average Loan Size
11 yrs
Average Loan Term
9.88%
Average Interest Rate
576
Jobs Supported
Source: SBA 7(a) Program Data, U.S. Small Business Administration — FY 2025[3]
Key Insight: The SBA[6] sets the size standard for NAICS 335132 at 600 employees. Firms below this threshold qualify for small business set-aside contracts and SBA-backed lending programs. Federal procurement opportunities span office and warehouse lighting for government buildings, industrial fixtures for military installations, and emergency lighting for federal facilities. The SBA's contracting programs[7] support manufacturers pursuing GSA Multiple Award Schedule contracts for commercial lighting products. Eligible businesses can access SBA 7(a) loans[8] for working capital, equipment, and acquisition financing, while 504 loans[9] support major fixed-asset purchases including real estate and heavy machinery.
Top SBA Lenders
| # | Lender | Loans | Volume | Avg Loan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | U.S. Bank, National Association | 8 | $40.0M | $5.0M |
| 2 | City National Bank | 8 | $17.4M | $2.2M |
| 3 | Live Oak Banking Company | 24 | $15.2M | $633K |
| 4 | First National Bank of Pennsylvania | 8 | $10.1M | $1.3M |
| 5 | Frost Bank | 16 | $5.3M | $330K |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about this industry.
What types of businesses are classified under NAICS 335132?
Manufacturers of commercial, industrial, and institutional electric lighting fixtures classify here. This includes producers of office troffers, high-bay industrial luminaires, emergency lighting, parking structure fixtures, grow lights, and outdoor area lights per the Census Bureau[4] classification.
How is the commercial lighting fixture industry structured?
A small number of large manufacturers hold major market share through broad product portfolios and national distribution networks. Hundreds of smaller firms compete in specialty segments including hazardous location lighting, horticultural grow lights, and custom architectural fixtures per Census Bureau[10] data. LED technology transition has attracted new market entrants from electronics backgrounds.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 335132?
The SBA[6] sets the threshold at 600 employees. Businesses with fewer than 600 average employees qualify as small for federal contracting preferences and SBA-backed financing programs including 7(a) and 504 loans.
What NAICS codes are related to commercial lighting fixture manufacturing?
Related codes include 335131 (Residential Fixtures), 335139 (Lamp Bulbs and Other Lighting), 335931 (Wiring Devices), 327215 (Glass for Lighting), and 238210 (Electrical Contractors). The key boundary separates commercial and institutional fixtures from residential decorative lighting products.
What industries purchase commercial lighting fixtures?
Commercial building contractors, electrical contractors, facility managers, architectural engineering firms, and electrical distributors represent the primary customer base. Federal government agencies procure commercial lighting for office buildings, military installations, and institutional facilities through GSA contract vehicles.
What activities are included in NAICS 335132?
Activities include fabricating sheet metal housings and reflectors, assembling LED light engines and driver circuits, integrating occupancy sensors and dimming controls, manufacturing emergency battery backup systems, producing optical lens and diffuser assemblies, and testing for UL, DLC, and Energy Star certification. Application engineering support for specification compliance is a standard supplemental service.
Can commercial lighting fixture manufacturers qualify for SBA loans?
Yes, firms below 600 employees qualify for SBA lending programs[7] including 7(a) and 504 loans. Sheet metal fabrication equipment, powder coating lines, LED assembly stations, and photometric testing laboratories represent capital investments suited to SBA 504 financing.
Where are commercial lighting fixture manufacturers concentrated?
Manufacturing clusters in the Southeast, particularly in states like Georgia, North Carolina, and Tennessee where lower operating costs support competitive pricing. Additional concentrations exist in the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions near major commercial construction markets. West Coast producers tend to focus on premium architectural and horticultural lighting segments.
Sources & References
Government datasets and editorial sources used in this report.
- [1]U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Quarterly Census of Employment and Wages bls.gov
- [2]U.S. Census Bureau, Economic Census census.gov
- [3]U.S. Small Business Administration, SBA 7(a) Loan Program Data data.sba.gov
- [4]U.S. Census Bureau census.gov
- [5]Bureau of Labor Statistics bls.gov
- [6]Small Business Administration sba.gov
- [7]SBA's contracting programs sba.gov
- [8]SBA 7(a) loans sba.gov
- [9]504 loans sba.gov
- [10]Census Bureau census.gov
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