Furring Channel Machine is a dedicated cold-rolling forming production line designed for the continuous production of metal coil keel channels. These profiles are widely used in modern construction to create smooth ceilings, straight walls, and provide a reliable framing structure for drywall, cladding, and building panels.
This machine balances speed and consistency, combining precision roll forming with optional in-line punching and automatic cutting functions to produce keel channels with high dimensional accuracy and consistent quality.
Whether you are producing standard sizes or custom profiles, this system helps manufacturers increase production efficiency, reduce labor costs, and meet the demands of high-demand construction projects with reliable output.
Main Components
| Decoiler | Holds and feeds steel coils smoothly into the line |
| Leveling System | Ensures flat, uniform material before forming |
| Roll Forming Unit | Precision-engineered rollers shape steel into into different profiles with accuracy |
| Punching | The flat strip passes through the pre-punching station, where holes/slots are stamped out at precise intervals |
| Hydraulic Cutting System | Provides fast, clean, and burr-free cuts to required lengths |
| Control System (PLC + Touch Screen) | User-friendly interface for automatic operation and easy adjustments |
| Output Table | Collects finished products for efficient handling and packaging |
Key Features
- High Efficiency: Produces long, continuous lengths at high speeds.
- Consistency & Precision: Ensures every channel has identical dimensions and mechanical properties, which is critical for easy installation.
- Customisation: Can be tooled to produce various channel sizes, web depths, and flange widths.
- Integrated Operations: Can include in-line punching , notching, and embossing in a single, automated process.
- Low Labour Cost: Automates a fabrication process that would otherwise be slow and labour-intensive.
Technical Specifications
| Material | Type | CRS, GI, Aluminum |
| Thickness(mm) | 0.4-1.2 Max | |
| Yield Strength(Mpa) | 235 | |
| Forming Speed(m/min) | 15-25(customized) | |
| Roller Station | 10-16 Depends | |
| Roller Material | GCr15 hardened to HRC58-62° | |
| Shaft Material | 45# steel with hard chrome treatment | |
| Roller Driven Type | Chain transmission/Gearbox | |
| Shaft Material | 45# steel with heat treatment | |
| Shaft Diameter | Ø60-75 mm | |
| Control System | PLC+Touch screen and button | |
| Main Machine Power(KW) | 7.5 | |
| Hydraulic station Power(KW) | 7.5 | |
| Machine Weight(Kg) | 5000 | |
| Machine size(m) | 5.5×1.8×1.9 Depend on final design | |
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Applications
Suspended Ceiling Systems
This is the most common use. Our furring channels provide a robust and flat framework for ceiling joists, ensuring quick installation, precise alignment, and long-term stability. These joist channels are ideal for commercial interiors such as offices, schools, hospitals, and retail spaces, reliably supporting ceiling panels and integrated lighting.
Wall Framing & Strapping
Furring channels are widely used for wall framing and strapping to create a solid, level surface for drywall and interior finishes. Installed over concrete, masonry, or uneven walls, they help keep wall systems straight and uniform while providing a clean base for fast installation. These channels also allow space for wiring, insulation, and service lines，making them ideal for both new construction and renovation projects.
Exterior Applications
Furring channels are widely used in exterior wall systems to create a strong, ventilated sub-frame for cladding and façade panels. Installed over masonry or concrete, they help level uneven surfaces, improve fastening strength, and provide a consistent air gap for drainage and airflow,supporting longer-lasting, weather-resistant exterior assemblies.
Other Specific Uses
Furring channels are also widely used beyond standard wall and ceiling systems to support specialized construction needs. Their lightweight strength and easy installation make them ideal for creating durable mounting structures in mechanical rooms, acoustic assemblies, and customized interior fixtures.
