The Roller Forging Machine is a metal forming system that uses a pair of forging rolls rotating in opposite directions to apply continuous compressive deformation to a billet. Through controlled plastic deformation, the billet is extended longitudinally while reducing cross-sectional area, forming high-quality forgings or forging blanks.
Unlike traditional impact forging, roll forging is a gradual and continuous deformation process. Most metal flows along the length direction under pressure, making it especially suitable for shaft parts, stepped shafts, slab rolling, and long-axis forgings.
Roll forging can be used as:
A blank-making process before die forging
A primary forging process
A direct forming method for long forgings
The process combines the advantages of forging and rolling, offering high dimensional precision, superior mechanical properties, and excellent production efficiency.
1. High Precision & Superior Surface Quality
High dimensional accuracy
Low surface roughness
Near-net shape forming (reduced machining required)
2. Optimized Metal Flow Structure
During roll forging, metal fiber structure follows the contour of the forging instead of being cut, resulting in:
Uniform internal structure
Improved mechanical strength
Better fatigue resistance
3. Continuous & Efficient Production
Continuous rotation process
High production efficiency
Easy automation integration
4. Lower Equipment Tonnage Requirement
Since deformation occurs progressively and only part of the billet contacts the die at any moment, the required equipment tonnage is significantly lower than traditional forging.
5. Long Die Service Life
Static pressure deformation
Minimal sliding between die and metal
Reduced wear and extended tool life
6. Stable Operation
No heavy impact or vibration
Improved working conditions
Simple equipment structure

|
Model |
GD-260 |
GD-300 |
GD-370 |
GD-460 |
GD-560 |
GD-680 |
GD-1000 |
|
Outer Diameter of the forging die(mm) |
260 |
300 |
368 |
454 |
560 |
680 |
1000 |
|
Diameter of the roll(mm) |
165 |
200 |
240 |
300 |
360 |
440 |
600 |
|
Width of the forging roll(mm) |
320 |
390 |
510 |
550 |
610 |
900 |
1200 |
|
Max length of roll forging(mm) |
260 |
350 |
500 |
560 |
700 |
750 |
1500 |
|
Adjustment of center distance for roll forging(mm) |
260±8 |
300±8 |
368±8 |
458±8 |
560±10 |
680±10 |
1000±12 |
|
Power(kw) |
15 |
18.5 |
22 |
30 |
55 |
132 |
260 |
Rolling Forged Workpieces:

Suitable for manufacturing:
Stepped shafts
Transmission shafts
Axle components
Slab blanks
Long shaft forgings
Preforms for die forging
Automotive shaft parts
Machinery structural components
Industries:
Automotive manufacturing
Heavy machinery
Railway equipment
Construction machinery
Energy equipment
Metallurgical industry



