Master the fundamentals of roll forming operations with a thorough understanding of the basics!
This specialized two-day seminar will teach you the history, terminology, and proper processes involved with roll forming. You'll learn the definition of roll forming and understand the basic principles every operator needs to be effective. A combination of interactive classroom learning and easy-to-understand exercises will help you learn or update skills needed to produce quality products while reducing errors and down time.
Course Availability
On-Site Roll Forming Training
Unable to send your operators to off-site training? Bring the instructor and course to you. Schedule expert training in your plant, on your equipment. We also provide assessment testing so your operators can earn a technical certificate after completing their training.
Learn MoreThis Course is Designed For
- New and minimally skilled roll form operators
- Roll form operators with at least 6 months experience
Learning Objectives
- Using measuring equipment
- Blueprint interpretation
- Die skills
- Safety
Class Content
Course Topics and Assessments
Our expert instructors will guide you through the fundamentals of roll forming operations and you'll gain knowledge in these basic concepts.
Download as PDFTerminology and background
- All standard roll forming definitions
- Basic roll forming history
- Basic terminology
Die Skills
- Die anatomy
- Clearances
- Shut height
- Die theory
- Safety
- Lubrication
Blue Print Reading
- Part prints
- Basic GD&T
- Roll prints
- Roll flowers
- Die prints
- English-to-metric conversions
Roll Form Machines
- Sizes
- Rafted
- Standard
- Duplex
Presses
- Mechanical
- Hydraulic
- Air
Measurement Tools
- Calipers
- Micrometers
- Protractors
- Tape measure
- Height gages
- Radius gages
Measuring Systems
- Feeders
- Open loop
- Closed loop
Roll Forming Skills
- Set up/tear out
- Set up sheets
- Main quality issues
- Bow
- Sweep
- Twist
- Flare
- Surface defects
Trouble Shooting
- 5 WHY process
- Proper documentation
- Parts
- Tooling
- Machine
Straightening and Sweeping
- Single block
- Multiple block
- Roller
- Turks head
*The Roll Forming Certificate does not imply the designation of a professional certification, nor does it require renewal.