On-Site Rollforming

On-site rollforming is the process of using a portable, computerized rollforming machine to create custom metal roofing panels on the job. 

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Material Quality Check

Proper handling and storage, along with appropriate equipment, are critical to ensuring that building materials are delivered on-site safely and securely.

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On-Site Rollforming

A coil of metal, such as steel, goes through several rollers that form it into custom panels. These panels are designed to be molded into any shape.

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Install or Store Panels

With Fortified's on-site rollforming process, your installer has the flexibility to put the custom panels on the roof immediately, or store them for later.

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The Advantages

In many cases, buying and shipping prefabricated panels isn’t feasible, so on-site rollforming machines are beneficial. Rollforming on-site eliminates the need for shipping the panels altogether and allows the panels to be created directly at the installation site, which can drastically reduce shipping costs and packing costs, especially if the order is large and oversized. 

Time is of the essence when replacing a roof or putting a roof on a new structure. Onsite rollforming will eliminate shipping time and unpacking time. Rollforming machines can press a panel in minutes and after a panel is made, it can be installed immediately. Onsite rollforming is forgiving to last-minute changes too.

The panels are rolled onsite, reducing the number of seams on a standing seam roof. Fewer seams make for a more weather-tight roof, decreasing the chance of water damage and leaks. The ability to make longer panels using onsite roll forming also reduces seams on the roof.

Onsite roll-forming is more eco-friendly than prefabricated panels. Onsite rollforming allows for more precision and reduces wasted materials.

On-site rollforming minimizes the risk of your metal panels being damaged during the shipping process. When transporting panels, they can easily become scratched, dented or bent, especially when loading, unloading and handling them repeatedly. This can lead to additional costs and delays in the installation process. 

Onsite rollforming can be used for both residential and commercial projects, especially for projects that require longer metal panels.