Design of an Continous Strip Processing Line in a Pipe Plant
Introduction
Continuous strip processing lines are an important part of the manufacturing process of steel pipes. The purpose of a continuous strip processing line is to take long strips of metal (generally in a ribbon form) and process them into pipes of various sizes and shapes. The line contains machinery used to cut, shape, roll, and weld the strips into pipes with exact specifications based on the product requirements. This paper will discuss the design of a continuous strip processing line in a pipe plant.
Design Considerations
Before designing a continuous strip processing line for a pipe plant, there are several considerations that must be taken into account. First, the size and shape of the pipe being manufactured should be determined. This will dictate the size of the equipment and the type of roll forming machines that must be used. Second, the amount of production the plant needs the line to produce and the desired cycle time must be considered. Third, the layout of the production floor must be determined in order to plan the line accordingly.
Equipment Selection
Once the layout of the line is decided, the equipment needed to produce the desired product must be selected. The types of equipment that are typically found in a continuous strip processing line include:
Roll Formers: This machinery is used to shape the metal strips into the desired form. There are three types of roll formers: single, double, and triple. Single roll formers are used to create uniform shapes over the entire width of the strip. Double and triple roll formers are used to create more detailed or larger shapes.
Shear and Cutting Machinery: Shears and cutting machinery are used for cutting the metal strips into the desired sizes and shapes.
Welders: Welders are used to join separate pieces of metal together during the pipe manufacturing process.
These are just a few of the types of equipment that are often found in a continuous strip processing line.
Conclusion
Continuous strip processing lines play an essential role in the manufacturing of steel pipes. The design of such a line must take into account the size and shape of the pipes being produced, the desired cycle time, and the layout of the production floor. The types of equipment necessary for a line include roll formers, shearing and cutting machinery, and welders. With careful consideration and planning, a continuous strip processing line can be designed to produce pipes of exact specifications.
