Roof Batten Roll Forming Machine | Top Hat & Omega Furring Channel Production Line – PUTAI Tianjin, China

PUTAI Roof Batten Furring Channel Roll Forming Machine – Top Hat and Omega Profile Production Line

The PUTAI roof batten roll forming machine is a dedicated production line that continuously forms steel coil into top hat sections, also known as omega profiles or hat-shaped channels. Each profile has a wide flat top, two vertical webs and outward-turned flanges, giving strong load-bearing performance and allowing sections to nest together for efficient stacking and transport. The finished profiles are used as roof battens, wall girts, light purlins and bracing in metal buildings, as well as furring for drywall partitions and ceilings.

What Is a Top Hat Roof Batten?

• A cold-formed steel section shaped like an inverted top hat, with a flat top, two webs and two outward flanges
• Fixed across rafters or trusses to support roof sheeting or tiles
• Also used as wall girts, light purlins and bracing in steel-framed buildings
• Nests neatly when stacked, saving space in storage and shipping
• Replaces timber battens with a straight, termite-proof and non-combustible alternative

Key Features

• Dedicated tooling for top hat, omega and hat channel profiles
• CNC control for accurate, repeatable length and batch settings
• Servo tracking cutting system cuts each piece to length without stopping the line
• Length set by encoder counting or photoelectric detection of punched holes
• Gearbox drive for stable, accurate running with low maintenance
• Archway roller stands with graduated adjusting nuts for quick, repeatable setup
• Compact footprint of approx. 4 × 0.8 × 1.4 m
• Available for 380V, 415V or 460V power supplies to suit most countries
• Hydraulic cylinders and pumps in national standard sizes, easy to replace worldwide

Technical Specifications

• Profiles: Top hat section, omega profile, hat channel, roof batten
• Material: Galvanized steel coil
• Roller material: Cr12 (D3), polished, hard-chrome plated and heat treated
• Shaft material: 45# steel, forged
• Transmission: Motor reducer with gearbox drive
• Cutting system: Servo tracking cut-off
• Control system: CNC
• Frame: Welded plate structure
• Power supply: 380V / 415V / 460V
• Machine size: Approx. 4 × 0.8 × 1.4 m
• Packing size: Approx. 8 × 1.5 × 1.5 m

Line Components

• Uncoiler: Holds the steel coil and feeds it into the line
• Entry guide: Positions the strip accurately before forming
• Main roll former: Welded plate frame, gearbox drive, and heat-treated, polished and hard-plated rollers
• Hydraulic station: Standard-size cylinders and pumps for easy maintenance anywhere
• Servo tracking cutter: Measures and cuts each batten while the line keeps running

Applications

• Roof battens for metal sheet and tile roofs
• Wall girts and light purlins in steel-framed buildings
• Structural bracing
• Furring for drywall partitions and ceilings
• Residential, agricultural, commercial and industrial buildings

Commercial Details

• Brand: PUTAI Technology
• Place of origin: Tianjin, China
• Minimum order: 1 set
• Colour: Customised
• Packing: Export packing, approx. 8 × 1.5 × 1.5 m
• Warranty: One year
• After-sales: Engineer support provided

Frequently Asked Questions

• What is the difference between a top hat batten and a furring channel? Both are hat-shaped, but roof battens and top hat sections are usually larger and used structurally to carry roofing or cladding, while drywall furring channel is lighter and used to fix plasterboard.
• What profiles can this machine make? Top hat sections, omega profiles and hat channels, with tooling built to your drawing.
• What power supply does it need? It can be supplied for 380V, 415V or 460V.
• How much space does the machine need? The main machine is approx. 4 × 0.8 × 1.4 m, plus room for the uncoiler and run-out.
• Does the line stop to cut? No. The servo tracking cutter cuts each batten to length while the line keeps running.
• What should I send for a quotation? Your batten profile drawing or sample, material thickness, required sizes and output, and local voltage and frequency.