Overview
The KFS-1622 FRAMEMAKER® showcases Knudson’s multi-profile/multi-thickness capabilities in a structural stud and track former. Tailored to the residential and multi-family component sizes, the KFS-1622 forms C-Channel (stud) and U-Channel (track) light-gauge steel framing profiles for residential and light commercial wall, floor, and truss construction.
Profile Specifications
KFS-1622 forms the following stud/track profiles:
- Stud/Track Web Sizes: 3.50, 3.63, 4.00, 5.50, 6.00, 8.00-in
- Stud Flange Sizes: 1.63, 2.00, 2.50-in
- Track Flange Sizes: 0.75-in (min) to 2.50-in (max)
- Oversized (standard) Track Profiles
- Profile Depth (max): 2.50-in
- Mechanical Change-Over – profile size and material thickness
Material Specifications
The KFS-1622 can successfully form the following materials.
- Material Thickness: 0.027 to 0.060-in (22 to 16 Ga)
- Material Strength: Grade 50 – up to 65-ksi Yield Strength
- Material Finish: Galvanized (up to G120), Painted, Bare
- Strip Width (min): 2.00-in
- Strip Width (max): 14.00-in
Production Speed Rates
- Running Line Speed: 120 feet per minute (max)
- Average Stud Production Rate (Actual Throughput): 50-ft/min
- Average Track Production Rate (Actual Throughput): 35-ft/min
Mechanical Specifications
Overall Dimensions
- Length: 192-in (16 ft)
- Width: 36.00-in
- Height: 66.00-in (including safety covers)
- Weight: 4,200-lbs
Roll-Forming Specifications
- 10 roll forming stations
- 1 Adjustment Stations
- 1 Pull-Out Station
- Exit-End Cut-Off
- Pass Line Height: 41.00-in
- Stop-to-Cut System
In-Line Tool Specifications
The KFS-1622 may be customized with a selection of in-line punch tools:
- A library of over 40 punch configurations
- Standard and Custom features available
Electrical Option Specifications
- 460 VAC / 60 Hz / 3 Ph – 48 Amps Full System Load
- 230 VAC / 60 Hz / 3 Ph – 97 Amps Full System Load
Control Systems Option Specifications
- Beck Automation SII Multi-Press Controller
- Stop-to-Cut/Punch Control Type
- Servo-Feed, Closed Loop Control
Drive System Specifications
- Running Line Speed: 120 feet per minute (max)
- 11 KW Servo Motor Drive
- Sprocket and Roller Chain Power Transfer – Power Take-Off and Station-to-Station
- Spur Gear Power Transfer – Bottom to Top
Hydraulic Power System Specifications
Hydraulic Power Specifications (punch tool operation/actuation):
- 7.5 HP Electric Motor
- Axial Piston Variable Displacement Pump (Pressure Compensated System)
- 5.5 gpm @ 2,000-psi
- 4-Way, 2-Position Valves for Tool Actuation
Environmental Specifications
Ambient Air Temperature
- +41° to +131° Fahrenheit (+5° to +55° Celsius)
- Up to 24 hours at 122° Fahrenheit (50° Celsius)
Humidity Range
Altitude Range
Vibration Shock and Bump
- Minimal vehicular transport on maintained roads
- Off-road transportation not recommended
Transportation and Storage
- –13° to +131° Fahrenheit (–25° to +55° Celsius)
- Up to 24 hours at +158° Fahrenheit (+70° Celsius)
Explosive Atmosphere
- Should not be operated in any kind of explosive atmosphere
Airborne Noise Emissions
- Equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pressure level—less than 70 dB (A)
Fluid Specifications
The factory recommends use of the following fluids with the KFS-35X Power Pack:
- Hydraulic Oil – ISO 46 Oil
- Coolant – Soluble Oil EP CF
- Blade/Punch Lubricant –WD-40
- Shaft Lube – Mobile Synthetic Lubricating Grease
Options
Material Handling
- Dead-Roller Conveyor Tables for Material Discharge
Coil Handling
- Motorized Stock Reels (Uncoilers) for Coil Feed
- Powered Material Straighteners/Levelers for Coil Straightness
Software
- Connex™ Web-Based Enterprise Software
- Network Connection to Machinery
- Production Planning and Job Programming/Scheduling
- Inventory Management and Production Reporting
- CAD/Building Design Software Compatibility
- Strucsoft Solutions – MWF Pro Metal
- Vertex Systems - Vertex BD
- Arktec – TriCalc
