The HG series high frequency welded pipe unit adopts the roller forming principle to continuously produce straight seam welded pipes. It adopts high frequency induction welding and can produce not only round pipes, but also square and rectangular pipes and special-shaped pipes that do not exceed the processing range of round pipes.

ERW Tube Mill Machine

The ERW Tube Mill Line is a continuous, automated industrial system used to produce Electric Resistance Welded (ERW) steel tubes and pipes. The line forms steel strip into a tubular shape and joins the edges using High-Frequency Induction Welding (HFIW) technology. This process ensures efficient, precise, and high-speed tube production, capable of manufacturing round, square, rectangular, and special-shaped tubes within the forming range.

This equipment is supplied by Great Wall. Great Wall’s ERW Tube Mill machines are renowned for their high-precision forming, stable high-frequency welding performance, and fully automated operation. They are widely used in industries such as construction, furniture, automotive manufacturing, and fluid transportation, providing customers with reliable and efficient tube production solutions.

 Contact Us For More 

ERW Tube Mill Machine – Process Flow

• Uncoiling – Steel coils are uncoiled and fed into the production line.

• Shear & End Welding – The ends of steel strips are welded together for continuous operation.

• Accumulator – Temporarily stores strip material to keep the line running smoothly during coil changes.

• Forming – Rollers gradually shape the flat steel strip into a round open tube.

• High-Frequency Welding – Tube edges are heated and fused using high-frequency induction.

• Bead Removing – Removes internal and external weld beads for a smooth surface.

• Cooling – The welded tube is cooled by a water system.

• Sizing & Straightening – Adjusts the tube’s diameter and ensures straightness.

• Cutting – Tubes are automatically cut to the required length.

• Inspection & Packaging – Finished tubes are inspected, bundled, and prepared for delivery.

Advantages of ERW Tube Mill Machine

1. Wide Range & Flexibility – Produces round, square, rectangular, and special-shaped tubes from φ12mm–φ610mm, suitable for various thicknesses and industries.

2. High Efficiency – Production speed up to 120 m/min with stable high-frequency welding, ensuring fast and continuous operation.

3. High Precision & Quality – Advanced roller forming and HF welding deliver accurate dimensions and smooth, strong welds.

4. Durable & Energy-Saving – Robust structure with optimized power configuration ensures long life and stable performance.

5. Automation & Easy Operation – Intelligent control systems and optional quick-change setups enhance productivity and convenience.

Tube Mill Machine Comparison

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 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.

Working Principle of Pipe Making Machine

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. It significantly improves production efficiency, reduces downtime, and enhances dimensional accuracy.

Process Overview:

1. Uncoiling & Shearing
   Steel coils are uncoiled and cut into strips with the required width.

2. Strip Entry & Welding Preparation
   The strip passes through a shear and end welder, then enters the accumulator or loop bridge for continuous feeding.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. Weld Seam Scarfing & Cooling
   Internal and external weld beads are removed. The tube is then air or water cooled.

6. Sizing and Straightening
   The tube enters a series of sizing stands to achieve final outer diameter and roundness. Straightening follows.

7. Cutting to Length
   A flying saw or cold saw cuts the pipe to the required length without stopping the line.

8. Output & Stacking
   Finished pipes are conveyed to a run-out table and bundled for packaging.

Key Features of FFX Technology:

Cold bending profile steel and square/rectangular pipe line is the equipment used for production of open-mouthed and close-mouthed profile steel. With combined type of rollers, and multi points pre-bending forming technology, rollers can be changed quickly with no necessary to remove main axis or stands. Further, with the low loading, it can reduce 80% of rollers cost and 90% of time for changing rollers. All specified open or close mouthed profile steel can be produced with one set of combined rollers. lt is suitable for multi-specification small batch production and meet the market requirement as well.

Square Tube Mill Line Supplier

Square tube mill line is an industrial production line used to manufacture square or rectangular steel pipes directly from steel strips through continuous roll forming, high-frequency welding, sizing, and straightening processes. Compared to traditional round-to-square forming, direct square forming improves precision and material utilization. As a professional square tube mill line supplier, Great Wall offers a complete range of high-performance tube mill equipment for square and rectangular tubes.

LEARN MORE

Working Principle of Square Tube Mill Line

The process begins with steel coil uncoiling, followed by leveling and shearing. The strip is then fed into the forming section where rolls progressively shape it into square or rectangular forms. High-frequency induction welding bonds the edges, after which the welded tube undergoes sizing, straightening, cutting, and stacking. Great Wall’s square tube mill lines feature solid-state HF welding, CNC control systems, and automatic adjustment modules to ensure stability and consistency across production runs.

Application Scenarios for Square Tube Mill Lines

Square and rectangular steel tubes produced by Great Wall square tube mill lines are widely used in:

• Steel structure construction (e.g., warehouses, stadiums)

• Guardrails and fencing

• Mechanical structures and frames

• Automotive chassis and components

• Solar mounting structures

• Agricultural machinery

Why Great Wall Is Your Trusted Square Tube Mill Line Supplier

• In-house CNC machining, roll forming, and assembly lines

• ISO 9001 certified, CE-compliant manufacturing process

• Pre-shipment full trial assembly & performance testing

• Turnkey service: layout design, training, and after-sales support

• Fast spare parts supply & global technical assistance

• 1,000+ projects delivered across 25+ countries

Great Wall ensures stable performance, fast delivery, and full engineering support for every square tube mill line.

Large Diameter Tube Mill

Large diameter tube mill is used to produce straight seam welded steel pipes with outer diameters from 114 mm to over 500 mm, widely applied in structural, fluid transport, and construction piping.

Greatwall specializes in high-frequency welded pipe production lines for large-diameter, thin-walled steel pipes. The lines feature advanced control systems, reliable forming technology, and high efficiency, serving the construction, infrastructure, and petrochemical industries.

Each line is customized to customer needs. The pipes have a smooth appearance, high pressure resistance, and reduced weight, helping lower installation and material costs.

Production process:

Process: loading → unwinding → straightening → clamping and leveling → shearing and welding →Accumulator→ forming, high-frequency extrusion welding, removing external (internal) burrs, weld polishing, weld flaw detection, water cooling, sizing, rough straightening → Saw cutting → conveyor rollers → automatic packaging → marking → inspection and collection → storage

Large Diameter Tube Mill Features

• High-Frequency Welding Technology: Stable and precise straight seam welding.

• Adjustable Roll Forming: Accommodates a wide range of pipe diameters and thicknesses.

• Servo-Controlled Flying Saw: Ensures high-accuracy cutting at full line speed.

• Human-Machine Interface (HMI): Intuitive PLC control system for easy operation.

• Thin-Wall Compatibility: Suitable for 2.0–6.0 mm wall thickness, optimizing material use.

• High Production Speed: Up to 60 m/min depending on configuration.

Large Diameter Tube Mill Types

Applications of Large Diameter Tube Mill in Real-World Scenarios

How to Choose a Suitable Large Diameter Tube Mill

• Target Pipe Size Range: Choose a model (e.g., ERW180 / ERW230 / ERW325) based on required OD and wall thickness.

• Material Type: Compatible with carbon steel, low-alloy steel, and galvanized strip.

• Production Speed: Consider speed requirements for daily output targets.

• Factory Space: Greatwall offers layout design assistance based on space constraints.

• Automation Level: All models support PLC + touch screen automation with optional remote monitoring.

Supplier Capability – Greatwall

• Founded in 1999, specializes in ERW welded pipe equipment (HG, DLW, LW series)

• Top 3 manufacturer in photovoltaic zinc-aluminum-magnesium bracket equipment in China

• Serves 20+ provinces in China; partners with leading domestic and international companies

• Exports to Saudi Arabia, Russia, USA, India, Egypt, Southeast Asia, and more

• 30,000+ m² factory with advanced CNC and assembly lines

• CE certified with strict quality control

• Offers turnkey services: design, manufacturing, installation, training, after-sales

• Provides on-site installation, remote support, spare parts, and technical assistance

Pipe Manufacturing Equipment

Pipe manufacturing equipment refers to a series of machinery used to produce metal or plastic pipes for industrial use. These machines include pipe forming, welding, sizing, and cutting systems that convert raw materials such as steel coils into finished pipes of various diameters and wall thicknesses.

Greatwall is a professional manufacturer of pipe manufacturing equipment, focusing on small-diameter, thick-walled steel pipe mill lines. With over 15 years of production experience, Greatwall offers equipment with high-precision forming, stable welding, and automated control systems to support pipe manufacturing for construction, petrochemical, machinery, and infrastructure industries.

Production process: 

Uncoiling → shearing and welding → Accumulator→ forming, high-frequency welding, deburring, cooling, sizing, rough straightening → cold cutting and sawing → roller after sawing → inspection and collection → packaging → weighing → marking → storage

Pipe Manufacturing Equipment Types

Applications of Pipe Manufacturing Equipment