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Universal Rolls
A versatile, adjustable roll set capable of forming a wide variety of standard profiles—such as flats, squares, rounds, angles, channels, and beams—without changing tools.
Technical FAQ
Structural fabricators need to curve heavy beams and profiles accurately without manually turning the part around, which slows down operations. A 3-roll double pinch configuration features two independently moving side rolls that adjust against a fixed top roll. This allows the machine to execute precise pre-bending on both the leading and trailing ends of structural profiles in a single directional pass, drastically reducing part handling time. Davi MCP angle rolls utilize this double-pinch planetary geometry to process heavy structural sections with high accuracy.
Handling long, heavy structural sections safely requires matching the machine orientation directly to the workshop workflow. Horizontal shafts are ideal for standard, lighter profiles manipulated vertically, whereas vertical shafts are used for massive sections, allowing them to be rolled parallel to the ground surface. Vertical shafts simplify the handling of heavy sections, reducing the risk of material tipping and improving workshop safety. Davi MCP angle rolls can be configured with either horizontal or vertical orientation to fit the exact layout requirements of specialized companies.
Job shops need to switch between structural shapes like flats, squares, and channels without purchasing separate tooling sets. Universal rolls are modular, adjustable tool sets engineered to accommodate a wide variety of standard structural profiles on a single shaft. They eliminate the downtime required for full tooling changes, reduce capital investment in spare parts, and increase workshop versatility. Davi MCP series angle rolls come standard with universal rolls that can even process heavy channels and beams.
Changing out heavy section bending tools manually increases operator fatigue and creates safety risks on the shop floor. A hydraulic rolls setup automates the adjustment and configuration of the profile tooling via the control console. It reduces setup times when shifting between different production batches and improves operator safety by eliminating heavy manual handling. Davi includes smart hydraulic setup options across its mid-to-high capacity MCP angle rolling lines.
Proprietary parts with long factory lead times can extend machine downtime during component replacement. Designing machinery with high-quality, globally available standard components ensures easy sourcing for replacement parts. It simplifies spare parts management, shortens delivery times, and allows your local maintenance team to source standard items quickly if needed. Davi partners with leading global component brands like Siemens, SKF, and ABB to ensure parts are easily accessible worldwide.