How Bead Rollers Work
Beading is one of the common bending operations used to form beads at the end of the sheets. In beading, the periphery of the sheet metal is bent into the cavity of the die. A bead or a round corner is formed at the end of the sheet. The bead imparts stiffness to the part by increasing the moment of inertia of the section. Also, it improves the appearance of the part and eliminates exposed sharp edges.
Bead Roller Features and Benefits
To understand the features and benefits of a Bead Roller, we will use the RAMS-2019 as an example. As with all RAMS equipment, the RAMS-2019 Power Rotary machine is 100% American-made. This Bead Roller is capable of producing beads, crimps, flanging and other very specific functions—all related to adding beads and bending metal for the HVAC and Sheet Metal Industries. The RAMS-2019 is user-friendly; users can control pressure and speed to make perfect beads.
Bead Roller Safety
Always use appropriate personal protective equipment. Remove any dangling jewelry or loose clothing. Do not allow workers to wear loose clothing or long hair; these can be easily caught up in rotating parts.
Train workers on machine use and allow only trained and authorized workers to operate and maintain the equipment. Workers should understand the purpose and function of all controls on the machine, know how to stop the equipment in an emergency, and be trained on the safety procedures for special set-ups.
Operator training should include hazards associated with the machine, how the safeguards protect the worker from these hazards, under what circumstances the guard may be removed (usually just for maintenance), and what to do if the guard is damaged or not functioning properly.
- Employees should be able to demonstrate their ability to run the machine with all safety precautions and mechanisms in place.
- Frequently inspect equipment and guards. Ensure that: (1) the operator and machine are equipped with the safety accessories suitable for the hazards of the job, (2) the machine and safety equipment are in proper working condition, and (3) the machine operator is properly trained.
- Document the inspections and keep the records. Documentation should identify the machine, inspection date, problems noted, and the corrective action taken. Noting problems helps to ensure that corrective action will be taken, that operators on all shifts will be made aware of any potential danger and that any pattern of repeat problems on a particular machine can be detected and resolved as early as possible.
Never leave a machine unattended in the “on” position. Ensure workers know never to leave a machine that has been turned off but is still coasting.
Maintain proper housekeeping. Workers have been injured by tripping and then falling onto the blades of saws. You must keep floors and aisles in good repair and free from debris, dust, protruding nails, unevenness, or other tripping hazards. Do not use compressed air to blow away chips and debris. Make sure you have a non-slip floor.
