The metal technology industry is Austria's strongest sector and forms the backbone of the domestic industry. It generates a production value of approximately 47 billion euros (2025), directly employs around 130,000 people, and indirectly secures up to 290,000 jobs in Austria. The export-driven industry is primarily composed of small and medium-sized family-owned enterprises, which make up over 85% of the sector and account for one fifth of all Austrian exports.

In total, more than 1,100 companies are represented within Metaltechnology Austria, these companies operate in areas such as mechanical engineering, metal goods, plant construction, steel construction, and foundries.

Metaltechnology Austria is one of Austria's largest trade and employer organizations, operating independently within the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber.