Stud Mill

Stud Mill

The Hayes Stud Mill is a versatile and simple to use solution for metal framing production.

The Stud Mill gives the customer the flexibility to run a range of stud sizes on one machine, from Plain channels and Cee sections, through to box sections and odd leg channels.

Complete with Hayes Rapid Change system and Hayes Auto-Gauge system, changing profile specifications and coils is fast and requires minimal operator skill or input. Hayes Stud Mills come with a standard set of components and have optional extras available.

For queries or to request a quote, please contact our sales team. There is an optional servo positioned raft available for automatic change between stud and plate profiles, or nested products.

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Stud Mill Standard Components Details

Infeed

Adjustable Vee-throated infeed guides to suit coil discrepancies positioned via Siko-type screw adjustment.
Dual pinch feed rolls machined from hardened 4340 steel rolls spur gear coupled and fitted with chain-coupled pressure screws to adjust traction.
Straightening rolls to remove 'Coil set'.
Recycling spray lubricator applies lubricant to both sides of the strip before forming.

Chassis And Pedestals

Fabricated steel chassis manufactured in segments for ease of handling and painted with a lacquer finish.
Reference marking and leveling feet for ease of alignment.
Pedestals are prefabricated welded steel designs with precision machined working surfaces.
Pedestals adjustable via powered raft for web and channel adjustment.

Punching

Hydraulically powered via a dedicated power pack.
Static shear for trimming strip lengths and interchangeable part-cut die that leaves a small amount of material between profiles that can be easily snapped for lengths below 1750mm.
Dynamic punch heads positioned on moveable rafts of adjusting hole position. Punch head amount is configurable dependent on production requirements.

Tooling

Solid DS steel tooling rolls are precision-machined and through-hardened to RC60 grade.
Tooling rolls contain Hayes's patented 'Auto Gauge' system, removing the need to adjust for material thickness.
The optional embossing pass for 'Glue facing' can be added or removed by sliding in or out of the rotary die.

Rollformer Drive

Six dedicated AC electric gear motors coupled via chain and sprocket transmission drive the tooling segments.
Drive motors controlled via VFD for accurate strip positioning and smooth stop-to-cut operation.
Pinch feed rolls are powered by dedicated motors and coupled via spur gear.

Guarding

Fixed height transmission and shear guarding.
All moveable guards are complete with integrated safety switches.
Fence guarding can be supplied separately by Hayes once the final factory layout is completed.

Control System

Standalone operator console with PC with graphic display used for order entry and programming.
Provided with Hayes International proprietary software, fully featured with a user-friendly interface and multiple production-saving features.
Graphic display shows hole position relationships as well as order progress and status.

Finished Product Handling

Height-adjustable exit table 11.5-meter length.
Steel roller supports.
Lift-up section allows for access to the opposite machine side. The gate is paired with a safety switch that stops the machine when the gate is open.

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Spec A Machine

Hayes Rollformers are built for the most robust production lines. Hayes International has been manufacturing Rollformers for over 60 years and have a reputation as one of the world's top manufacturers of Rollformers and Rollforming equipment.