U Baffle Roll Forming Machine | Suspended Linear Ceiling Baffle Production Line – PUTAI - Tianjin, China

PUTAI Suspended Ceiling U Baffle Roll Forming Machine – Automatic Linear Baffle Ceiling Production Line

The PUTAI U baffle roll forming machine is a fully automatic cold roll forming line that produces U-shaped metal baffle profiles for suspended linear ceiling systems. Decoiling, levelling, progressive roll forming and non-stop cutting run in one continuous workflow, turning aluminium, pre-painted galvanized steel or colour-coated steel strip into uniform U baffles at speeds of 0–50 m/min with ±1 mm cut accuracy. It is core equipment for manufacturers supplying acoustic and decorative baffle ceilings to shopping malls, offices, airports, metro stations and other commercial interiors.

What Is a U Baffle Ceiling?

• A linear ceiling system made of U-shaped metal profiles hung vertically in parallel rows
• Creates an open, modern ceiling that keeps services accessible and allows air and light to pass through
• Can be combined with acoustic infill to improve sound absorption in large spaces
• Popular in retail, transport, hospitality and office interiors

Key Features

• Fully automatic line from coil loading to finished baffle
• Forms aluminium, pre-painted GI and colour-coated steel strip
• Speeds of 0–50 m/min with ±1 mm cutting tolerance
• Servo tracking cut-off cuts to length without stopping the line
• Length set by encoder counting or by photoelectric detection of punched holes
• Operators set profile width, height, length and batch quantity on the PLC touch screen
• Archway roller stands with graduated adjusting nuts for fast, accurate setup
• Gearbox drive for stable high-speed running and low maintenance
• Hardened Cr12 rollers (HRC 58–62) for high wear resistance

Technical Specifications

• Material: Aluminium, pre-painted galvanized steel (PPGI), colour-coated steel
• Material thickness: 0.4 – 0.7 mm
• Forming stations: 13 stations plus 10 auxiliary passes
• Roller material: Cr12 (D3) steel, hardened to HRC 58–62
• Shaft diameter: 50 mm
• Shaft material: 40Cr steel
• Production speed: 0 – 50 m/min
• Transmission: Gearbox drive
• Main motor power: 6.5 kW
• Cutting system: Servo tracking cut-off, ±1 mm tolerance
• Control system: PLC with HMI touch screen
• Machine weight: Approx. 4,000 kg
• Automation: Fully automatic

How the Production Line Works

• Decoiling: Aluminium or steel coil is loaded onto an uncoiler with tension control for steady feeding
• Straightening: Adjustable rollers remove coil curvature and residual stress
• Edge guiding: The strip is centred as it enters the forming section
• Roll forming: 13 main stations and 10 auxiliary passes bend the strip step by step into the U profile
• Control: The operator enters profile size, length and batch quantity on the touch screen
• Servo cutting: The tracking cutter measures length and cuts on the move without stopping the line
• Run-out: Finished U baffles are collected on the run-out table for stacking and packing

Engineering Details

• Cr12 rollers: A high-carbon, high-chromium tool steel chosen for its wear resistance, toughness and strength, giving long roller life and consistent profile quality
• Gearbox transmission: Keeps the line accurate at high speed and stands up to heavy wear, with lower maintenance than chain-driven alternatives
• Archway roller stands: Keep the rollers precisely aligned to prevent profile defects, while graduated nuts make setup changes quick and repeatable

Applications

• Shopping malls and retail centres
• Office buildings and conference halls
• Airports and metro stations
• Exhibition centres
• Restaurants and hospitality venues
• Any project specifying acoustic or decorative linear baffle ceilings

Commercial Details

• Brand: PUTAI Technology
• Place of origin: Tianjin, China
• Minimum order: 1 set
• Colour: Customised
• Packing: Plastic film wrap for export
• Warranty: One year
• After-sales: Engineer support provided

Frequently Asked Questions

• What materials can the machine form? Aluminium, pre-painted galvanized steel and colour-coated steel strip.
• What thickness range does it handle? 0.4–0.7 mm as standard.
• How fast does the line run? Variable from 0 to 50 m/min, depending on material and profile.
• How accurate is the cut length? The servo tracking cutter holds length to ±1 mm and cuts without stopping the line.
• How are profile sizes changed? The operator sets width, height, length and batch quantity on the PLC touch screen.
• What are the rollers made of? Cr12 (D3) tool steel, hardened to HRC 58–62.
• What after-sales support is included? A one-year warranty with engineer support.
• What do you need for a quotation? Your baffle profile drawing or sample, material and thickness, required sizes and output, and local voltage and frequency.