FFX Technology Tube Mill Line
The FFX Technology Tube Mill Line incorporates the internationally advanced FFX forming process, which offers a range of advantages including stable forming, excellent surface quality of steel tubes, and easy to change specifications. This FFX forming machine is divided into two sections: rough forming and fine forming. The rolls in the rough forming section can accommodate various specifications of steel tubes, reducing the number of rolls required by 30% to 60% compared to conventional roll forming units. This not only saves on roll inventory but also minimizes roll changeover and adjustment time, significantly enhancing production efficiency. Additionally, the use of segmented rolls instead of integral rolls reduces the need for spare parts storage.
The FFX (Flexible Forming and expanding) pipe making machine is an advanced tube forming system that utilizes a single set of universal forming rolls to produce different pipe sizes without roll changing. industrial pipe making machine significantly improves production efficiency, reduces downtime, and enhances dimensional accuracy.
Uncoiling & Shearing
Steel coils are uncoiled and cut into strips with the required width.
Strip Entry & Welding Preparation
The strip passes through a shear and end welder, then enters the accumulator or loop bridge for continuous feeding.
Flexible Forming (FFX System)
The strip is gradually formed into a round tube by universal shared rolls, not fixed per size.
Roll stands automatically adjust position via servo motors or hydraulic controls to match the desired pipe diameter.
High-Frequency Welding (ERW)
The edges of the formed tube are heated by high-frequency induction and pressed together to form a solid longitudinal weld seam.
Weld Seam Scarfing & Cooling
Internal and external weld beads are removed. The tube is then air or water cooled.
Sizing and Straightening
The tube enters a series of sizing stands to achieve final outer diameter and roundness. Straightening follows.
Cutting to Length
A flying saw or cold saw cuts the pipe to the required length without stopping the line.
Output & Stacking
Finished pipes are conveyed to a run-out table and bundled for packaging.
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| No Roll Change Required | A single roll set forms multiple pipe sizes, minimizing downtime. |
| CNC Servo Adjustment | Fully automatic, recipe-based setup for fast size changes. |
| High Dimensional Accuracy | Consistent forming force and better roundness control. |
| Material Savings | Reduced strip edge trimming and improved yield. |
| High-Speed Production | Up to 120m/min depending on pipe size and model. |
Product Disaplay
| Item | φ191mm FFX Tube Mill | φ219mm FFX Tube Mill | φ406mm FFX Tube Mill |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tube Diameter Range | φ102 – φ191 mm | φ114 – φ219 mm | φ219 – φ406 mm |
| Wall Thickness Range | 2.0 – 6.0 mm | 2.5 – 8.0 mm | 3.0 – 12.7 mm |
| Raw Materials | Low-carbon steel, low-alloy, high-strength | Low-carbon steel, low-alloy, high-strength | Carbon steel |
| Forming Speed | 15 – 50 m/min | 10 – 45 m/min | 10 – 35 m/min |
| Typical Applications | Furniture pipes, gym equipment, racks | Structural pipes, gas/water pipelines, machinery | Oil & gas pipes, piling, heavy structural tubing |
| Key Advantages | High-speed, flexible forming, cost-efficient | Wider pipe specs, thick-wall forming capability | Industrial-grade capacity, heavy-wall tube forming |
| Application Type | Recommended Model | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Furniture & Light Mechanical Tubing | φ191mm | Ideal for small to medium-diameter tubes, efficient for thin-wall pipes |
| Building & Infrastructure Tubing | φ219mm | Balances strength and size, good for scaffolding, fluid pipes, structure |
| Oil & Gas Pipeline / Piling | φ406mm | Heavy-duty pipe production, thick wall, high welding power |
| General Manufacturing (Automotive, etc.) | φ191mm / φ219mm | Depending on pipe size; both support high precision and stable forming |
| High-Strength Structural Pipe Demand | φ406mm | Best for large-diameter, high-strength applications |
The FFX Tube Forming Line is designed to maximize efficiency, reduce downtime, and simplify operation, offering significant advantages in roller usage and automation.
The entire FFX tube mill reduces roller consumption and changeover time by approximately 50%.
All breakdown rollers in the forming section are interchangeable for certain ranges of round and square tubes, eliminating the need for frequent roller changes.
The last four cross rollers of the universal stand in the sizing section are shareable for different sizes of square and rectangular tubes, further minimizing downtime and roller costs.
The roller positions are controlled automatically. Simply input the tube process parameters on the main touch-screen console, and the system drives the rollers to the target positions.
Roller movement can be managed via AC motor remote control or PLC-driven servo motors, ensuring precise and consistent adjustment without manual intervention.
All roller position parameters are stored in the PLC memory, greatly reducing human errors caused by manual adjustment.
This not only decreases the intensity and workload of manual roller adjustments but also enhances the stability and reliability of tube forming quality, ensuring consistent production results.
If you're producing light- to medium-duty pipes with a focus on efficiency and versatility → choose φ191mm
If you require broader diameter and thicker wall production for structural or utility pipes → choose φ219mm
If you're targeting heavy industry (oil, gas, piling) and need maximum strength, size, and power → choose φ406mm
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