Heavy Duty Purlin Roll Forming Machine Data Sheet | Technical Specifications

Heavy Duty Purlin Roll Forming Machine Technical Data Sheet

Machine Overview

Parameter Specification
Machine Name Heavy Duty Purlin Roll Forming Machine
Profile Produced Heavy Duty C Purlin / Z Purlin Structural Profiles
Machine Type Single profile or interchangeable C/Z roll forming machine
Production Application Steel building structures, roof purlins, heavy structural framing
Manufacturing Process Continuous cold roll forming
Production Environment Factory production line / structural steel fabrication facility

The heavy duty purlin roll forming machine is designed for producing thick gauge structural purlins used in large industrial buildings and heavy steel construction. These machines are capable of forming heavier materials and larger purlin sizes than standard purlin machines.

Heavy duty purlins are widely used in warehouses, factories, logistics centers, and large steel structures where high load capacity is required.

Production Specifications

Specification Typical Value
Production Speed 8–20 m/min
Forming Stations 18–26 stations
Material Thickness Range 2.0–5.0 mm
Coil Width 150–600 mm
Coil Weight Capacity 8–15 tons
Cut Length Tolerance ±1 mm
Minimum Purlin Length 1000 mm
Maximum Purlin Length Unlimited

Heavy duty machines are designed to handle thicker steel and higher forming loads.

Material Compatibility

Material Type Supported
Hot Rolled Steel Yes
Black Steel Yes
Galvanized Steel Yes
High Strength Structural Steel Yes
Stainless Steel Optional

Heavy duty purlins are typically produced using high strength galvanized structural steel.

Material Strength

Property Typical Range
Yield Strength G350 – G550
Tensile Strength Up to 600 MPa
Coating Types Galvanized Z275 / Z450

High strength materials allow purlins to support heavy roof loads and long span structures.

Machine Frame Construction

Component Specification
Frame Type Heavy duty welded structural steel frame
Frame Plate Thickness 25–40 mm
Machine Base Reinforced fabricated steel base
Frame Alignment Precision machined mounting surfaces
Machine Weight 22–35 tons

Heavy duty frames ensure machine stability during high load forming operations.

Roll Tooling Specifications

Specification Typical Value
Roller Material GCr15 bearing steel
Heat Treatment HRC 58–62
Roller Diameter 100–150 mm
Shaft Diameter 100–120 mm
Shaft Material 40Cr alloy steel
Surface Finish Hard chrome plating
Roll Pass Design Heavy structural purlin forming
Forming Stages 18–26 stations

Roll tooling progressively forms thick structural steel into purlin shapes.

Drive System

Component Specification
Drive Type Heavy duty gearbox drive system
Main Motor 30–55 kW
Drive Ratio 1:20
Transmission Industrial heavy duty gearbox
Lubrication Oil bath gearbox

The drive system provides high torque required for forming thick steel sections.

Hydraulic Cutting System

Component Specification
Cutting Type Hydraulic post cut or flying cut
Blade Material Cr12 tool steel
Cutting Accuracy ±1 mm
Hydraulic Pressure 16–25 MPa
Hydraulic Motor 11–18.5 kW

Heavy duty cutting systems ensure precise cutting of thick structural steel.

Control System

Component Specification
PLC Siemens / Mitsubishi / Delta
HMI Industrial touch screen interface
Length Measurement Rotary encoder system
Control Accuracy ±1 mm
Automation Fully automatic production

Control functions include:

Automatic purlin length control
Batch production programming
Punching and hole pattern control
Production monitoring
Fault diagnostics and emergency stop

Electrical Specifications

Parameter Value
Voltage 380V / 415V / 480V
Frequency 50 Hz / 60 Hz
Control Voltage 24V
Electrical Cabinet IP54 industrial enclosure
Protection Overload protection and circuit breakers

Machine Layout Dimensions

Parameter Value
Machine Length 14–20 m
Machine Width 2–2.8 m
Machine Height 2–3 m
Total Production Line Length 24–40 m

Typical production line configuration:

Uncoiler → Leveling System → Punching Unit → Roll Forming Machine → Hydraulic Cutting → Run-out Table

Coil Handling Equipment

Specification Value
Uncoiler Type Hydraulic decoiler
Coil Capacity 8–15 tons
Coil Inner Diameter 450–550 mm
Coil Outer Diameter Up to 1500 mm
Expansion Type Hydraulic expansion system

Optional Equipment

Equipment Description
Punching System Automatic structural hole punching system
Automatic Stacker Automated purlin stacking system
Coil Car Automatic coil loading system
Servo Feeder Precision feeding for punching operations
Automatic Size Adjustment Motorized profile size change system
Remote PLC Monitoring Remote diagnostics and monitoring

Installation Requirements

Requirement Typical
Foundation Heavy reinforced concrete foundation
Floor Load Capacity 20–30 tons
Electrical Connection Three phase industrial power supply
Air Supply Optional for punching system
Installation Time 4–6 days

Maintenance Requirements

Component Maintenance Interval
Gearbox Oil Every 6 months
Bearings Every 6 months
Hydraulic Oil Every 12 months
Roll Tooling Inspection Monthly

Routine maintenance ensures reliable operation and long machine life.

Production Capacity Example

Production Speed Output
8 m/min 480 m/hour
12 m/min 720 m/hour
18 m/min 1080 m/hour

Production capacity depends on purlin size, material thickness, and punching operations.

Heavy Duty Purlin Profile Information

Specification Value
Profile Height 150–350 mm
Flange Width 60–100 mm
Lip Size 20–30 mm
Material Thickness 2.0–5.0 mm

Heavy duty purlins provide high load-bearing capacity for large span steel buildings.

Machine Standards

Standard Description
CE Certification European machinery safety standards
ISO 9001 Manufacturing quality management
Electrical Compliance Industrial electrical safety standards

Shipping Information

Specification Value
Container Size 40 ft container
Shipping Weight 25–40 tons
Packaging Industrial export packing

Typical Machine Price Range

Machine Type Price Range
Basic Line $160,000 – $220,000
Automatic Line $220,000 – $300,000
Fully Automatic Heavy Structural Line $320,000+

Pricing depends on punching automation, profile size capability, and machine capacity.

Applications

Industry Use
Steel Buildings Heavy roof support structures
Industrial Facilities Large span roof purlins
Warehouses Heavy structural framing
Infrastructure Projects Heavy structural steel components

Heavy duty purlins are widely used in large steel construction projects because they provide high structural strength and load capacity for long span roofing systems and heavy industrial buildings.