Rolling operation in metal forming: Process and principles – A brief study

Abstract

A brief study on rolling operation in metal forming and equipment has been conducted. The manufacturing disposition, whether in small, and large scale, contributes tremendously to national development and as well, is the most envisaged sector to promulgate the fourth industrial revolution concepts. Within the industrial manufacturing sector, a wide variety of products are required in large quantities for different application, both daily and longer durations. The present article aimed to access rolling techniques in metal forming operation, or as part of the industrial manufacturing process. Comparison in performance of different rolling methods, while analyzing their defects, and areas of application of rolled products or components is presented. Hence, the functionality and working principle of Rolling as manufacturing, or shaping process are discussed, and prospect for future industrialization suggested. The research is ascensive of the relationship between human, and machine handling, equipment handling, material handling and understanding of the type of defect in rolling to meet the increase in operational performance, even as the processes become more advanced.