Horizontal radial-axial ring rolling machines for large forged rings.

CNC Ring Rolling Machine

Wiz Machinery supplies CNC horizontal ring rolling machines for producing seamless forged rings, flanges, bearing rings, gear rings and large-diameter industrial ring components.

CNC Horizontal Ring Rolling Machine for Seamless Ring Forging

A CNC ring rolling machine is used to form heated ring blanks into accurate seamless rings through controlled radial and axial rolling. The horizontal design is suitable for medium, large and heavy ring forgings where stable support, strong rolling force and controlled ring growth are required.

 

Wiz Machinery supplies horizontal radial-axial ring rolling machines for forging plants, flange manufacturers, bearing ring producers, wind power component suppliers, petrochemical equipment manufacturers and heavy industrial workshops. Machines can be selected according to ring outer diameter, ring height, wall thickness, material type, production volume and automation requirement.

 

Wiz Machinery helps customers compare suitable machine configurations, match capacity to ring size, and source the correct equipment package for the full forging process.

What Is a CNC Ring Rolling Machine?

A CNC ring rolling machine gradually enlarges a heated ring blank by applying pressure through rolling tools. During the process, the ring diameter increases while the wall thickness and height are controlled. The radial rolling system forms the ring diameter and wall thickness, while the axial rolling system helps control ring height and end-face quality.

This type of machine is commonly used for producing seamless rolled rings with high material utilisation, consistent dimensions and improved production efficiency compared with cutting large rings from solid plate or welded fabrication.

Features

CNC Radial-Axial Rolling Control

The machine combines radial and axial rolling to control ring diameter, wall thickness and height during the forming process. CNC control helps improve repeatability and makes operation more consistent for different ring sizes.

Heavy-Duty Horizontal Structure

The horizontal machine layout provides strong support for large hot ring blanks. This makes it suitable for heavy ring forgings, large flanges and high-load industrial applications.

Wide Ring Size Capability

Different models can be selected according to the required ring outer diameter, rolling height and production capacity. This allows customers to match the machine to current and future product ranges.

Strong Rolling Force

High radial and axial rolling force supports the forming of large rings and difficult materials. This is especially important for alloy steel, stainless steel and thick-wall ring forgings.

High Material Utilisation

Ring rolling forms a seamless ring close to the required shape, helping reduce cutting waste and improve material efficiency compared with machining rings from solid stock.

Industrial Automation Options

Depending on project requirements, machines can be supplied with CNC control, hydraulic systems, measurement systems, loading support, manipulators and auxiliary equipment for an integrated forging line.

How to Choose the Right CNC Ring Rolling Machine

Choosing the correct CNC horizontal ring rolling machine depends on more than the maximum ring diameter. Buyers should also consider blank size, ring height, finished wall thickness, material strength, rolling temperature, production tolerance, annual output and available workshop space.

For large flanges and wind power rings, rolling force and machine stability are critical. For bearing rings and gear blanks, dimensional control and repeatability are especially important. For alloy steel or stainless steel rings, the forming load, heating process and tooling design must be reviewed carefully.

Before recommending a model, Wiz Machinery normally asks for the following information:

Ring outer diameter range
Ring inner diameter range
Ring height range
Finished wall thickness
Material grade
Ring drawing or sample product
Production quantity per shift or per month
Heating method
Automation requirement
Factory space and foundation conditions

Production pictures in workshop

Benefits

Better Ring Accuracy

CNC-controlled rolling helps maintain more consistent ring diameter, height and wall thickness, reducing rework and supporting more stable downstream machining.

Higher Production Efficiency

Compared with manual or less automated forming methods, CNC ring rolling can improve output, reduce operator dependency and support repeatable production cycles.

Lower Material Waste

Because the ring is formed from a heated blank instead of being cut from solid material, manufacturers can improve material yield and reduce scrap cost.

Suitable for Large Forgings

The horizontal radial-axial structure is suitable for heavy-duty ring production, including large flanges, bearing rings and wind power components.

Flexible Product Range

One machine can often support different ring sizes within its capacity range, making it suitable for workshops producing multiple ring types.

Strong Project Support

Wiz Machinery can help customers select machine size, review production requirements and coordinate supply for ring rolling equipment and related forging machinery.

Typical Applications

Flange Ring Production

Used for producing forged flanges, welding neck flanges, pressure vessel flanges, pipe flanges and petrochemical connection rings.

Bearing and Gear Rings

Suitable for large bearing rings, gear blanks, slewing rings, transmission rings and mechanical drive components.

Wind Power and Heavy Industry Rings

Used for wind turbine flanges, tower connection rings, heavy machinery rings, marine components and large industrial ring forgings.

Aerospace and Energy Components

Suitable for high-performance ring forgings used in aerospace, nuclear, energy, oil and gas, and power generation industries.

Alloy and Stainless Steel Rings

Can be configured for carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, aluminium alloy, copper alloy, titanium alloy and high-temperature alloy ring production.

Large Diameter Seamless Rings

Designed for large ring production where stable rolling, strong forming force and controlled dimensional accuracy are required.

Process Flow

Billet Heating

The billet or preformed blank is heated to the required forging temperature according to material type and ring size.

Piercing or Preforming

The heated billet is pierced or preformed into a ring blank before entering the ring rolling machine.

Radial and Axial Rolling

The CNC ring rolling machine applies radial and axial force to expand the ring diameter while controlling height and wall thickness.

Size Monitoring

The machine controls the rolling process according to programmed ring dimensions and production requirements.

Final Ring Forming

The ring is rolled to the required outer diameter, height and wall thickness range.

Cooling and Finishing

After rolling, the ring can be cooled, heat treated, machined, inspected and prepared for final use.

Technical specifications

Specification Unit WM-1200 WM-2000 WM-3000 WM-5000 WM-6300 WM-6300H WM-7000 WM-10000 WM-12000
Radial Rolling Force kN 1250 1600 2000 2500 4000 5000 6300 10000 16000
Axial Rolling Force kN 800 1250 1600 2000 3150 4000 4500 8000 8000
Radial Motor kW 315 2 × 200 2 × 280 2 × 400 2 × 500 2 × 630 2 × 630 / 800 2 × 1250 2 × 2000
Axial Motor kW 250 2 × 200 2 × 280 2 × 400 2 × 500 2 × 630 2 × 630 2 × 1300 2 × 1300
Rolling Ring Outer Diameter mm 400–1200 600–2000 700–3500 800–5000 900–6300 900–6300 900–7000 1250–10000 1500–12000
Taper Roller Spacing mm 40–350 80–550 80–650 90–800 100–1000 100–1400 80–1350 110–1800 130–2000
Maximum Rolling Height mm 300 420 500 600 850 1000 1200 1650 2200
Finished Product Wall Thickness mm 120 200 250 300 420 500 540 800 800
Machine Length mm 8500 13500 19000 21000 25000 27000 30000 40000 47000
Machine Width mm 1930 2400 3400 4500 5800 6000 6500 8000 10000
Height Above Ground mm 3850 5200 5800 6200 7200 8900 9200 10500 11500
Application Scope Forging Process: Hot ring rolling, seamless ring forging, radial-axial rolling, ring diameter expansion, wall thickness control and height control
Suitable Materials: Carbon steel, alloy steel, stainless steel, aluminium alloy, copper alloy, titanium alloy, high-temperature alloy and other forgeable metals
Typical Products: Bearing rings, gear rings, flange rings, wind power flanges, welding neck flanges, hubs, thin-wall cylinders, petrochemical rings, aerospace rings and heavy machinery ring forgings
Note The above CNC horizontal ring rolling machine technical parameters are for reference only. Final specifications may vary depending on ring size, material grade, blank design, rolling process, automation level, hydraulic configuration, control system and project requirements.

For accurate model selection, please send your workpiece size, material, forging temperature, required process and expected production output. Wiz Machinery can help match the hammer capacity to your application.

Materials Suitable for CNC Ring Rolling

This machine range can be used for many forgeable materials depending on heating, tooling and rolling process design.

Carbon Steel and Alloy Steel

Commonly used for flanges, bearing rings, gear rings, heavy machinery parts and general industrial ring forgings.

Stainless Steel and Heat-Resistant Alloys

Suitable for pressure equipment, petrochemical components, energy equipment and corrosion-resistant ring products.

Non-Ferrous Alloys

Depending on configuration, machines can support aluminium alloy, copper alloy, titanium alloy and specialist metal ring production.

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FAQ

What is a frame type forging manipulator used for?

A frame type forging manipulator is used to clamp, move, rotate and position hot billets, ingots and forged parts during open die forging. It is commonly used beside hydraulic forging presses and forging hammers.

Can the machine be used with a hydraulic forging press?

Yes. The manipulator can be selected to work with hydraulic open die forging presses, forging hammers and related forging line equipment.

Can the model be customised?

Yes. Load capacity, clamping range, track gauge, control system and layout can be reviewed according to the project.

What information is needed before ordering?

The most important details are workpiece weight, diameter, length, material, forging equipment, factory layout and production process.

Is this suitable for hot forging?

Yes. Frame type forging manipulators are commonly used for hot billet and hot forged part handling in open die forging workshops.

Do you supply other forging machinery?

Yes. Wiz Machinery can also help source forging presses, forging hammers, charging manipulators, rail-bound manipulators and other forging line equipment.