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This highway guardrail w beam roll forming machine delivers high-speed, heavy-duty production for punched W beam barriers with stable forming accuracy and continuous automatic operation.
We can customize the highway guardrail w beam roll forming machine according to different beam drawings, punching layouts, steel thicknesses, production speeds, and regional highway standards.
This roll forming machine is ideal for highway safety barrier manufacturers, government project suppliers, and large-scale infrastructure companies requiring stable, high-volume W beam production.
1. Flow Chart
Decoiler → Leveling machine → Servo feeder → Punch press → Hydraulic pre cut → Transport table → Roll forming machine → Auto stacker
| 2. Basic Specifications of This Line | |||
| Speed | 15-20m/min,customizable | Operator Needed | 1-2 persons |
| Machine Frame | Wall panel | Driving System | Chains |
| Dimension | LWH 7*1.8*2m | Weight | 15T |
| Container | 1*40GP+(1*20GP) | Power Supply | Customizable |
| 3. Machine Components | |||
| Decoiler*1 | Roll forming machine*1 | Cutting unit*1 | PLC control cabinet*1 |
| Out table*2 | Tool box*1 | Spare parts | |
*For reference only; subject to the actual machines.
Profile Information
Highway guardrail W beam barriers absorb collision impact and redirect vehicles safely through their wave-shaped structural design. They are widely used on highways, bridges, and roadside protection systems.
Popular in North America, South America, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia, highway guardrail beam barriers are usually produced from galvanized steel by a highway guardrail w beam roll forming machine.
How Does The Roll Forming Machine Work?
Machine Details
Decoiler And Leveling Machine
The decoiler continuously feeds steel coils into the leveling machine, where multiple rollers eliminate coil stress and improve flatness before punching and roll forming machine processing.
| Power Type | Manual | Steel Coil Width | Max 1250mm |
| Loading Capacity | 5/7/10 Ton | Expanding Range | 460-50mm |
Servo Feeder And Punch Press
The servo feeder accurately controls feeding length for precise hole positioning, while the punch press performs continuous heavy-duty punching with high efficiency and long-term stability. Pneumatic punching or hydraulic punching can be optional lower-configuration solutions for lower production demands.
Transport Table
The transport table buffers punched sheets between pre-cutting and the roll forming machine, allowing continuous feeding without stopping the forming section during hydraulic pre-cut operation.
Roll Forming Machine
This highway guardrail w beam roll forming machine adopts cast-iron stands and a gearbox driving system for superior rigidity and transmission stability. Since guardrail beams use thick punched steel coils, the heavy-duty structure effectively reduces vibration, maintains forming precision, and improves long-term production reliability.
| Speed | 20m/min | Forming Station | 18 Stands |
| Motor Power | 7.5Kw | Shaft Diameter | 76mm, solid |
| Driving System | Chain | Roller Material | Gcr15,HRC58-62° |
| Frame Structure | Wall panel | Shaft Material | 40Cr heat treatment |
Convyor
Because highway guardrail beam products are usually 3–4 meters long and extremely heavy, the auto stacker greatly reduces manual labor, improves stacking efficiency, and minimizes profile scratching during collection.
| Item | Out Table | Auto Stacker |
| Type | Manual / Semi-manual | Fully automatic |
| Investment | Low cost | Higher initial investment |
| Labor | Requires manual handling | Reduces labor significantly |
| Efficiency | Suitable for low–medium speed | Ideal for high-speed production |
| Flexibility | High | Moderate |
| Stacking | Manual, less consistent | Automatic, neat and consistent |
| Maintenance | Simple | More complex |
| Application | Small to medium production lines | Large-scale, continuous production |
Safety Designs
Chain covers are installed to protect operators and extend chain service life. Full-machine mesh covers (slidable) provide visibility with safety. Flip-type covers ensure convenient access with enhanced protection.
Safety signs are applied to continuously alert operators.
PLC Control Cabinet & Encoder
In a cold roll forming line, the encoder works with the PLC to provide real-time feedback on material position and speed, ensuring precise feed, synchronized forming, and accurate length control for cutting and punching.
Production speed, product length, and quantity can be set on the control cabinet. The display language can be customized according to customer requirements.
Other Customization Details
The machine comes standard with a blue main color and orange accents. Other colors can be customized free of charge.
The default metal nameplate is Goalon, which can also be customized at no additional cost.
Basic Services
Professional Packing
Machines are packed in plastic film and labeled for easy identification and assembly, and secured inside the container with steel cables.
Installation Guide
Free customized manuals, operationvideos, installationvideos, and remote video supportare provided.
The standard configuration operates at 10 m/min. Higher-end configurations can reach 15 m/min, and even higher speeds can be customized according to specific production requirements.
Lead times range from 30-40 days post-order, varying by customization level and supplier location. We typically require 35 days for standard machines.
Gearbox transmission provides stronger torque output and more stable operation, especially for thick punched steel materials used in highway guardrail beam production.
Yes. We are a professional manufacturer that produces both standard market profiles and customized profiles. We can also sign an agreement to ensure that your drawing will not be shared with other parties.
There is no need to worry. Our machines are designed for easy installation and operation.
Before shipment, we will finish the main assembly and testing in our factory. When the machine arrives, you only need to place it in position, connect the power supply, and it can start working.
We will also provide:
detailed installation and operation manuals
machine layout drawings
wiring diagrams
online technical support (video call / photos / videos)
If needed, we can also arrange an engineer to come to your factory to help with installation and training. Many of our customers complete installation smoothly with our online guidance.
