Roll Forming Profiles
Roll Forming Profiles For Cold Rolled Sections
As specialists in the cold roll forming industry, MCRS can deliver a multitude of bespoke cold formed profiles, working closely with clients to establish the difficulties they face, before offering engineered solutions which exceed expectations.
MCRS’ roll formed profiles have been perfected over the years through our dedication to our craft, accumulating experience and expertise which enables us to form precision profiles 220for a variety of applications.
MCRS have developed close relations with clients throughout a number of industries whilst doing so, gaining in-depth knowledge which allows us to support and advise clients across these markets.
MCRS house up to 30 roll stands for the creation of bespoke cold formed profiles. Our roll forming capabilities include:
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Roll Forming Profiles
MCRS produces roll forming profiles for cold rolled sections. Our cold rolled sections are made from any ductile metallic materials, including ferrous and non-ferrous, coated, and high strength metals, providing a flexible service which aligns with conclusions drawn from an initial design consultation.
With over 200 combined years of experience, we cater to a variety of industries that utilise cold roll formed products, including, but not limited to:
Depending on the nature of the bespoke product, lead times will vary – though MCRS aspires to accommodate agreed timescales.
FAQ's
Roll forming can form an assortment of profiles on-line, providing the profile is aquired from the same piece of metal. Depending on specified requirements, there are a variety of roll formed profiles that will give the finished product the strength and profile you require. This includes:
- multiple angles in one piece of all degrees and radii hems, where the metal folds back on itself, providing a clean edge
- Open channels and hollow sections, such as C sections and closed hollow sections, as seen in tubing
- Z sections, which consist of making multiple bends in the metal to form a ‘Z’ profile
There are a range of metals that can be roll formed, including stainless steel, galvanised steel, aluminium, copper, and brass. Each metal has its own unique properties that make it suitable for different applications.
Stainless steel is a popular choice for roll forming because it is corrosion-resistant and has a high strength-to-weight ratio. Alloys of the 200, 300 and 400 series are used, each with their own properties. Stainless steel is strong, has a high ductility and can be used in applications where strength is needed at room temperature.
Galvanised steel is another popular choice for roll forming. It is made by coating steel with a zinc layer, which protects it from rust and corrosion. Galvanised steel is strong and durable, making it ideal for products that need to withstand harsh weather conditions or outdoor use.
There are various alloys of aluminium used in roll forming, including the 3000 series. Aluminium is a lightweight metal that is non-magnetic. It has a high strength-to-weight ratio, making it perfect for products that need to be lightweight but durable.
Copper is a soft metal that is corrosion-resistant and can be easily recycled. It has a low strength-to-weight ratio; however, its softness makes copper easy to manipulate, resulting in a material ideal for forming intricate shapes like tubing and wiring.
Brass is an alloy of copper and zinc, and has a higher resistance to corrosion than copper. Brass is strong and durable; it is suitable for both plumbing and electrical applications, amongst others.