Roller Entry Guides for Long Rolling Mills

Primetals Technologies offers a comprehensive range of Roller Entry Guides engineered for precision, durability, and ease of use across various long rolling mill applications. These guides ensure reliable performance from roughing to finishing, whether for high-speed wire rod mills, bar mills, or specialty sections. Available in 2-, 3-, and 4-roller configurations, they support heavy-duty applications while optimizing section control, alignment, and service life.

Designed with advanced materials and modern manufacturing techniques, our Roller Entry Guides feature adaptable designs with customizable components for enhanced flexibility and performance. Key features include individual water cooling, single-point symmetrical roller adjustment, replaceable components, and modular designs, ensuring uninterrupted operation, improved productivity, and reduced wear.

Features of Roller Entry Guides for Long Rolling Mills (Varies by model)

• Individual water cooling for rollers and statics
• Direct air/oil or grease lubrication
• Single-point symmetrical roller adjustment
• Variable entry bellmouth sizes
  

2-Roller Entry Guides

Precision and Versatility for Long Rolling Mills

The 2-Roller Entry Guide Series ensures precise section control and extended service life in rod and bar mills. Features like single-point symmetrical roller adjustment, individual water cooling, and direct air/oil or grease lubrication enable smooth operation with minimal maintenance.

Applications (Varies by model)

• Conventional mill stands (roughing, intermediate, and finishing)
• Bar sizing mill stands

Features (Varies by model)

• Adjustable roller height (select models)
• Replaceable nose piece
• Eccentric roller shafts for precise control
• Heavy-duty and extra heavy-duty designs
• Adjustable roller parting and leaf spring tension
• Stainless steel construction for durability
• Quick-change and rigid mounting options
• Optional preload feature for roller holders
• Also available for non-ferrous applications

3-Roller Entry Guides

Enhanced Control for Specialty Applications

The 3-Roller Entry Guide Series is ideal for intermediate and finishing mill stands, particularly for specialty applications such as angle and channel rolling. Customizable bellmouths, single-point roller adjustment, and a compact, rigid design optimize alignment while minimizing section distortion.

Applications (Varies by model)

• Intermediate and finishing mill stands
• Three-roll mill stands

Features (Varies by model)

• Individual water cooling for housing
• Single-point bottom roller adjustment
• Spring-loaded top frame for stability
• Water manifold for easy connection
• Compact round body design for rigidity
• Compatible with optical alignment systems

4-Roller Entry Guides

Maximum Stability and Alignment

The 4-Roller Entry Guide Series ensures superior section stability and alignment in intermediate and finishing mill stands. Built for demanding applications, these guides provide precise section control, enhanced cooling, and replaceable nose pieces to maintain optimal product quality.

Applications (Varies by model)

• Roughing, intermediate, and finishing mill stands
• Alignment of round, square, and alloy sections

Features (Varies by model)

• Individual water cooling for housing and guide halves
• Replaceable nose piece for enhanced section control
• Water manifold for easy connection
• Single-point symmetrical parallel roller holder adjustment
• Independent front and rear roller adjustment
• Fine pass adjustment (FPA) for tighter tolerances
• Broad range of online adjustments
• Cartridge-type roller holder design for flexibility
• Plate-type top and bottom static guides
• Push screw adjustable roller holders
• Custom sizes available up to 510 mm (20 in)

Benefits of Roller Entry Guides for Long Rolling Mills (Varies by model)

• Precision alignment: single-point adjustment and modular designs ensure fine-tuned section control.
• Enhanced durability: stainless steel construction and replaceable components extend service life.
• Operational flexibility: variable entry bellmouths and spring-loaded frames adapt to diverse mill configurations.
• Reduced downtime: quick-change components and streamlined maintenance features minimize disruptions.
• Improved productivity: optimized section control and reduced wear, enhancing mill efficiency and reliability.