Omega Profile Roll Forming Machine | PUTAI, Tianjin, China

PUTAI Omega Profile Metal Furring Hat Channel Roll Forming Machine – Compact High-Speed Line

The PUTAI omega profile roll forming machine produces metal furring channels, known as omega profiles, omega channels or hat channels depending on the market. These lightweight profiles form the framework behind suspended ceilings, drywall linings and wall assemblies. The machine forms 0.35–0.6 mm galvanized or pre-painted steel through 10 stations at up to 40 m/min, cutting each channel on the move with a servo tracking hydraulic flying shear. With a compact footprint, PLC control and optional automatic stacking, it's built for high-volume production with minimal operator input.

What Is an Omega Profile?

• A light steel channel shaped like the Greek letter omega (Ω), with a raised centre and two side flanges
• Fixed to walls or ceilings to create a level, spaced surface for plasterboard or cladding
• Leaves a cavity behind the board for services, insulation or ventilation
• Called omega profile, omega channel, hat channel or furring channel in different markets

Key Features

• High-speed output of up to 40 m/min
• Servo tracking hydraulic flying shear cuts to length without stopping the line
• Length set by encoder counting or photoelectric detection of punched holes
• PLC control for easy setting of length and batch quantity
• Optional automatic stacking for hands-free collection
• Works with galvanized and pre-painted steel from 0.35 to 0.6 mm
• 10 forming stations with hardened Cr12 rollers, polished, hard-plated and heat-treated
• Welded plate frame with 12.5 kW motor and gear drive
• Compact size of approx. 4 × 1.3 × 1.3 m, ideal for smaller workshops
• Hydraulic cylinders and pumps in national standard sizes, easy to replace worldwide

Technical Specifications

• Product: Omega profile, furring hat channel
• Material: Galvanized steel (GI), pre-painted steel (PPGI)
• Material thickness: 0.35 – 0.6 mm
• Forming stations: 10
• Roller material: Cr12 (D3), hardened
• Shaft: 50 mm, 45# steel, forged
• Speed: Up to 40 m/min
• Transmission: Gear drive
• Main motor power: 12.5 kW
• Cutting system: Servo tracking hydraulic flying shear
• Control system: PLC
• Stacking: Automatic stacker optional
• Machine size: Approx. 4 × 1.3 × 1.3 m
• Machine weight: Approx. 3,000 kg

Line Components

• Uncoiler: Holds the steel coil and feeds it into the line
• Entry guide: Positions the strip accurately before forming
• Main roll former: 10 stations on a welded plate frame with motor reducer and gear drive
• Hydraulic station: Powers the flying shear, with standard-size parts for easy maintenance
• Servo tracking cutter: Measures and cuts each channel while the line keeps running
• Auto-stacker (optional): Collects and stacks finished channels automatically

Applications

• Suspended ceiling frameworks
• Drywall substructures and wall linings
• Wall assemblies and cladding support
• Residential, commercial and modular construction

Related PUTAI Machines

• Furring channel roll forming machine, for 16 mm resilient and 28/38 mm hat channel
• Roof batten roll forming machine, for heavier top hat sections

Commercial Details

• Brand: PUTAI Technology
• Company: Tianjin PUTAI Technology Co., Ltd
• Factory: Bazhou, Hebei, China
• Minimum order: 1 set
• Colour: Customised
• Packing: Plastic film wrap for export
• Delivery time: 60 days
• Warranty: One year
• After-sales: Engineer support provided

Frequently Asked Questions

• Where is this machine made? At PUTAI's factory in Bazhou, Hebei, China. The company office is in Tianjin, and machines are exported worldwide.
• Is an omega profile the same as a hat channel? Yes. Omega profile, omega channel, hat channel and furring channel are regional names for the same type of profile.
• How fast does it run? Up to 40 m/min.
• Does the line stop to cut? No. The flying shear cuts each channel while the line keeps running.
• Is automatic stacking included? It's available as an option for hands-free collection.
• How much space does it need? The machine is approx. 4 × 1.3 × 1.3 m, plus room for the uncoiler and run-out.
• How long is delivery? Around 60 days.
• What should I send for a quotation? Your omega profile drawing or sample, thickness, whether you need auto-stacking, target output, and local voltage and frequency.