Which metals can be processed with cold forming?

Cold roll forming is a metalworking process – and not only – that uses the capabilities of special roller machinery. Let’s get to know its main features and understand which metals can be subjected to roll forming and the results that can be obtained using the best machinery.

How does metal forming work

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Cold forming is a process that is performed at room temperature. In this process the metal is deformed by the pressure exerted by specially shaped rollers. Thanks to special machinery, the material is forced to roll and shrink in thickness. The rollers can not only shape and reduce the thickness of the metal, but also imprint perforations, embossing and notches on it.

This technique makes it possible to obtain a wide range of different shapes and sizes, always relying on high precision. Thanks to cold-forming, even complex metal profiles can be produced to size and drawing. Machining by the machines takes place continuously and quickly, allowing numerous shaped parts to be produced in a short time and reducing production costs.

Materials that can be processed with room temperature forming

Cold forming is a machining process to which various types of materials can be subjected, including stainless steel, aluminium, galvanised steel, copper and carbon fibre. Due to its versatility in working with different metals and alloys, roll forming is a widely used technique in a variety of industries.

The advantages of cold forming

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Certainly, the fact that you can machine many types of materials is an advantage that should not be underestimated. However, it must be said that profiling also offers many other benefits. Let’s see what the main ones are.

• This process allows a wide range of different shapes and sizes to be obtained, with precise and accurate tolerances.
• Cold-formed parts have excellent wear resistance.
• The process is fast and efficient, but also cheaper than others.
• Compared to other metalworking methods, such as forging or stamping, profiling does not require the use of complex or expensive equipment.

Of course, cold forming also has some limitations that should not be underestimated. Firstly, it is not suitable for all metals. Moreover, if it is not performed carefully and with quality machinery, it can cause unforeseen deformations. Therefore, it is always important to select the material carefully, choose quality machinery and monitor the profiling process.

A cold-forming service tailored to your company

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If you are looking for a partner that can produce precise and strong metallic profiles that are functional and of high quality for your business, ask for the support of Cama Srl. Our company specialises in cold drawing and in the production of profiles of various shapes, customised and made to measure. Find out more about our service and our products and contact us for more information and a no-obligation quote.