What Is Rollforming – And How Does It Work for Fencing?

What Is Rollforming – And How Does It Work for Fencing?

When you look at a sleek, modern steel fence, you might not think about how it was made. But behind every clean panel is a clever manufacturing process called rollforming – and it's one of the key reasons steel fencing is so durable and consistent.

Let’s break down what rollforming is, how it works, and why it matters when it comes to fencing.

What Is Rollforming?

Rollforming is a continuous manufacturing process used to shape flat metal into specific profiles. It works by gradually bending a long strip of metal as it passes through a series of rollers. Each roller makes a small change to the metal’s shape until the final profile is formed.

Think of it like folding a piece of paper step by step – but with precision-engineered steel, powerful machines, and a flawless finish at the end.

How Is Rollforming Used in Fencing?

In fencing, rollforming is used to create the profiled panels and posts. Profiles are not just created to give a fence its good looks – they’re designed for strength and durability.

Here’s how it works in the context of fencing:

1. Steel coils arrive at the rollforming facility.
2. The coil is unwound and fed into the rollformer.
3. The flat steel passes through a series of rollers, gradually forming the desired fencing profile – for more information on Our Town Fencing’s profiles, click here.
4. The formed profile is then cut to length.
5. Finished panels or posts are stacked, packaged, and ready for delivery.

Why Rollforming Is Great for Fencing

Rollforming offers a bunch of benefits that make it ideal for modern fencing:

Precision & Consistency

Because the process is highly controlled, every panel comes out uniform – which means straighter lines, tighter fits, and an overall neater look.

Strength & Durability

Rollformed profiles aren’t just about looks – the shape adds rigidity and strength to relatively thin steel, helping it stand up to wind, rain, and time.

Customisation

Different tooling sets can produce different profiles. This is why Our Town Fencing can offer 4 unique looks and cater to a wide range of styles and applications.

From Factory to Fence Line

Rollforming is one of the unsung heroes of high-quality steel fencing. It’s the reason your fence panels are strong, lightweight, and consistently shaped – ready to protect your property and add street appeal for years to come.

So, next time you see a profiled steel fence, you’ll know there’s some serious engineering behind those clean lines.