Description
Book SynopsisRoll forming is one of the most widely used processes in the world for forming metals. Most of the existing knowledge resides in various journal articles or in the minds of those who have learned from experience. Providing a vehicle to systematically collect and share this important knowledge, the Roll Forming Handbook presents the first comprehensive, dedicated treatment to all facets of roll forming, supplying references to more in-depth information to fill in the gaps.
This book spans from conception of the roll forming operation, purchasing and specifying equipment, and roll design to maintenance, troubleshooting, safety, and operator training. Detailed discussions reveal how material, equipment, tooling, and operator factors affect overall efficiency and product quality. Expert contributors share insights based on many years of hard-won experience, including effects of secondary operations such as punching, embossing, curving and cutting in the line; designing products for
Table of ContentsIntroduction to Roll Forming. Roll Forming Mill. Presses and Die Accelerators. Secondary Operations in the Roll Forming Line. Roll Design. Materials. Lubrication. Coil Processing, Material Handling, and Plant Layout. Designing Products for Roll Forming. Equipment Installation, Roll Setup, Maintenance, and Troubleshooting. Behavior of Metal Strip during Roll Forming. Acquiring Roll Forming Lines, Education, and Training. Safety. Increasing Efficiency of Roll Forming Lines and Case Studies. Unusual, New, and Future Roll Forming Technologies. Appendices. References. Index.
