Robust joining process from Orbitform

Rollerforming can form parts with large diameters and thin wall materials, typically difficult to do with other fastening methods. Rollerforming is also advantageous when used to roll or close a lip. In addition, Rollerforming can be applied to applications where the rollers articulate as well as rotate, allowing for access into grooves and other areas.

Rollerforming replaces crimp tooling which can be problematic in part appearance and in process control reliability. Forming a curl or lip with Rollerforming often takes less than 20 percent of the force normally required for straight crimping or pressing. It is strong enough for critical automotive applications of metal and aluminum, and versatile enough for appearance sensitive plastic parts.

Orbitform’s Rollerform process can:
• Crimp and seal using multiple rollerheads
• Cold form with very precise control
• Create a finished look on assembled parts
• Form both inside and outside diameters simultaneously
• Be used in work cells and automated assembly operations.

Parts fastened with Rollerform are easily incorporated into a host of assembly applications, utilizing Oribitform’s modular powerheads, bench machines and turnkey assembly systems.