Plate Rolling Services
Precision metal plate rolling for cylinders, cones, arcs, and custom curved profiles in steel, stainless steel, and aluminum. In-house capability at our Kentucky facility, with parts shipped nationwide.
Plate Rolling for Industrial and Commercial Fabrication
Plate rolling is a precision metal forming process that curves flat steel, stainless steel, or aluminum plate into cylindrical shells, arcs, cones, and custom curved profiles. The process uses a set of rollers to apply controlled, progressive force across the width of the plate, gradually forming it to the required radius without cracking, kinking, or compromising the material's structural integrity.
At Metal Workz LLC, our plate rolling service supports fabricators, manufacturers, and contractors who need curved metal components built to tight radius and dimensional tolerances. We work with a range of plate thicknesses and materials, and we combine rolling with our other in-house capabilities, including laser cutting, welding, and powder coating, to deliver finished assemblies ready for your project.
Plate Rolling Capabilities
Our plate rolling capability covers a broad range of materials, thicknesses, and formed shapes. Here is what we bring to your fabrication project:
Materials
Mild steel, carbon steel (A36, A572), stainless steel (304, 316), and aluminum. We work with hot rolled, cold rolled, and plate stock across a range of thicknesses.
Formed Shapes
Full cylinders and shells, partial arcs and curved segments, cones and tapered cylinders, rolled and welded rings, and custom curved profiles to your drawing specifications.
Tolerances
Tight radius tolerances maintained across the full length of the rolled section. Consistent wall geometry from end to end, ready for weld seam closing or fit-up to adjacent components.
Downstream Operations
Laser cutting to net shape before rolling, weld seam closing after rolling, deburring, powder coating, and hardware insertion all available in-house at our Albany, KY facility.
Plate Rolling Specifications
Contact us with your specific project requirements. We will confirm material, thickness, and diameter capability before quoting.
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Materials | Mild steel, A36, A572, stainless steel 304 and 316, aluminum |
| Formed shapes | Full cylinders, partial arcs, cones, tapered profiles, rolled rings |
| Applications | Tanks, vessels, pipes, ductwork, structural arches, industrial components |
| File formats accepted | DXF, DWG, STEP, IGES, PDF drawings |
| Secondary operations | Laser cutting, weld seam closing, welding, powder coating, deburring |
| Production volume | Single pieces through production quantity runs |
| Location | Albany, Kentucky, shipping nationwide |
| Quote turnaround | Typically 1-2 business days |
What Plate Rolling Is Used For
Rolled plate is a fundamental component in a wide range of industrial fabrication applications. Here are the most common uses we support:
Tanks and Pressure Vessels
Cylindrical shells for storage tanks, pressure vessels, and process equipment require precise radius tolerances and consistent wall geometry. Plate rolling is the standard method for forming these shells at any scale.
Pipes and Ductwork
Large-diameter pipe sections and industrial ductwork are formed by rolling plate to diameter and closing the weld seam. We roll and can weld close the seam in-house for finished pipe ready to install.
Structural Arches and Curved Beams
Architectural and structural applications require curved plate sections for arches, curved walls, columns, and custom structural elements. We roll to your specified radius and deliver sections ready for field installation.
Industrial Equipment Components
Drums, rollers, housings, shrouds, and curved enclosures for industrial machinery and processing equipment. We work from customer drawings and deliver tight-tolerance rolled components ready for assembly.
Marine and Offshore Structures
Curved hull sections, structural rings, and cylindrical components for marine and offshore applications require heavy plate rolled to tight tolerances. We handle structural steel and stainless grades for these environments.
Custom Fabricated Components
Any application requiring flat plate formed into a consistent curve or cylinder. If you have a drawing, a radius requirement, and a material spec, we can roll it.
Our Plate Rolling Process
From your drawing to a finished rolled component, here is how we work:
Review and Quote
Submit your drawing, material spec, thickness, required diameter or radius, and quantity. We review and return a competitive quote within 1-2 business days.
Material and Prep
We source or confirm your plate material and laser cut blanks to the required developed length before rolling, ensuring the finished cylinder closes to the correct diameter.
Rolling
Our plate roller applies progressive, controlled pressure across the plate width, forming it to the specified radius. Operators verify geometry throughout the process.
Finishing and Ship
Weld seam closing, deburring, powder coating, or other downstream operations are handled in-house before your finished components ship directly to you.
Industries That Use Our Plate Rolling Service
Looking for plate rolling services near me? Metal Workz is located in Albany, KY and ships rolled plate components anywhere in the United States. Customers in Kentucky, Tennessee, and surrounding states are welcome to visit our facility. We also work with fabrication shops that need plate rolling as a subcontracted operation. Contact us to discuss your project ›
Pair Plate Rolling With Our Other Services
Plate rolling is often one step in a multi-operation fabrication sequence. We handle the full process in-house, eliminating vendor handoffs and reducing your lead time:
Frequently Asked Questions
Get a Plate Rolling Quote
Send us your drawing and project details for a fast, competitive quote. We respond within 1-2 business days.
368 KY-90 East, Albany, KY 42602
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