What Is Roll Forming?

Roll Forming

Roll forming is a continuous manufacturing process used to shape steel or other metals into specific profiles by passing the material through a series of rollers. In this process, a flat strip or coil of metal is fed through a sequence of rollers, each gradually bending the material to a desired shape, such as angles, channels, or custom profiles. The rollers apply a series of incremental deformations to the metal, which is often done at room temperature, although some processes may use heat to aid in forming the metal.

Roll forming is known for its efficiency, ability to produce long lengths of uniformly shaped metal, and high precision, making it ideal for industries such as construction, automotive, and HVAC. The process is particularly advantageous for producing parts with a consistent cross-section and can be highly automated for large-scale production runs.