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Cable Tray Roll Forming Machine

Lines for perforated, ladder and solid cable tray in 1.2–2.5 mm galvanised steel, with adjustable tray width, in-line punching and a cut-off matched to the line speed.

  • Sheet thickness 1.2–2.5 mm
  • Tray width 100–800 mm
  • Forming stations 19
  • Line speed 8–15 m/min

Cable Tray Roll Forming Machine 2 models

Every line is configured to the profile, coil width and output you specify.

Technical overview

Adjustable width, dense punching, one line

Cable tray is sold in width steps and perforation patterns, so a tray line is really a flexible forming system. Width changeover and punch tooling change are what buyers compare, not top speed.

The line forms a U or box section from 1.2–2.5 mm galvanised coil, with return flanges and a rolled edge on the top. Width is set either by moving the side forming units on a linear guide or by a cassette system; the guide-rail approach is slower to change but holds width tolerance better on long runs.

Perforation is punched in-line before the last forming passes, so the pattern stays tied to the cut length. Ladder tray uses a separate punching module that removes the web between rungs. Cutting is a flying cut-off up to 1.2 mm and post-cut above it. See strut channel lines for the same family of open section profiles.

Typical specifications

Coil width
200–1250 mm
Sheet thickness
1.2–2.5 mm
Tray width
100–800 mm
Forming stations
19
Shaft diameter
75 mm
Main motor
22 kW
Punching
In-line perforation and rung removal
Line speed
8–15 m/min

Figures are typical for this category. Final values follow the profile drawing and material grade.

Discuss your specification

FAQ

Cable Tray Roll Forming Machine — questions buyers ask

Answers come from real quotation discussions. If your question is not here, ask it directly and an engineer will answer.

How long does a width change take?

On a linear guide build, 30–60 minutes for two technicians including trial run. Cassette builds change in under 10 minutes but cost more and suit lines running many widths per shift.

Can the line punch ladder tray rungs?

Yes. A dedicated rung-removal module punches out the web between rungs at the pitch you specify. The module is a change part, so the same line can run perforated tray by swapping it out.

What is the maximum tray height?

Standard builds reach 100 mm side height. Higher sides need longer shafts and a taller frame, which we quote as a separate configuration.

Is hot dip galvanized coil a problem?

Galvanised coil across the 1.2–2.5 mm range runs normally. Heavier zinc coating increases roller wear, so rollers are chrome plated and the entry uses nylon guides to avoid scoring the coating.

Next step

Get a quote for a Cable Tray Roll Forming Machine

Send the profile drawing, material thickness and target output. You will get a line configuration, tooling scope and delivery schedule — usually within one working day.

Or compare non-standard builds on the custom roll forming page.

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