Four Roll Calender


APEX, a professional manufacturer in the calendering equipment field, has been dedicated to the R&D and manufacturing of four-roll calenders for over 15 years. We specialize in providing global rubber, plastic, and composite material industries with ultra-high precision, high stability, and high-efficiency four-roll calendering solutions. We deeply understand the stringent requirements of high-end calendered products for micron-level thickness control, super-flat surface quality, and uniform multi-layer compounding—from the nanoscale precision of optical films to the continuous, efficient production of synthetic leather substrates. Through modular design and precision manufacturing, we create a full range of four-roll calenders covering "rubber/plastic calendering, fabric lamination, multi-roll speed ratio adjustment, and special functional compounding," suitable for the continuous calendering of various high-end products such as ultra-thin plastic films, high-precision rubber sheets, multi-layer composite materials, electronic substrates, and optical films. They are core equipment for the precision manufacturing industry.

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 Four Roll Rubber Calender

High Precision · High Efficiency · Strong Stability · Flexible & Diverse

I. Product Description

The four-roll calender is a high-precision equipment used for plastic or rubber calendering processing. It utilizes four rollers (two upper and two lower) to uniformly and precisely press plastic or rubber material, forming products of the required size and thickness. Compared to a three-roll calender, the four-roll design provides more uniform pressure distribution and higher processing accuracy.

Working Principle: The four-roll calender drives four rollers to rotate simultaneously via a drive motor and reducer. The material is uniformly squeezed and extended in the gaps between the rollers. By precisely controlling roller speed, gap, and temperature, accurate control over product thickness, width, and surface quality can be achieved.

Main Components:

Four Rollers: Two upper and two lower rollers, typically made of high-strength alloy steel, with surfaces precision ground and chrome-plated.

Drive System: Includes motor, reducer, gearbox, etc., providing stable power.

Lubrication System: Ensures lubrication and heat dissipation during normal operation.

Temperature Control System: Precisely controls roller temperature to adapt to different material processing needs.

Adjustment Device: Used for precise adjustment of roller gap.

Electrical Control System: PLC control for automated operation.

II. Equipment Advantages (Core Selling Points)

High Efficiency: Efficiently processes plastic or rubber materials, improving production efficiency and reducing costs.

High Precision: Achieves precise processing of plastic or rubber materials by controlling roller speed and gap, ensuring accurate product dimensions and thickness.

Strong Flexibility: Can be adjusted and modified according to different needs, suitable for processing products of various thicknesses and widths.

Simple Operation: Relatively simple to operate, requiring only basic training, reducing labor costs.

Good Stability: Utilizes four rollers working simultaneously, offering high stability and ensuring smooth material running during processing.

Excellent Uniformity: The four-roll design ensures more uniform pressure distribution and higher product thickness consistency.

Turnkey Service Provided:

We provide comprehensive turnkey project services from equipment design, manufacturing, installation, commissioning to personnel training, ensuring customers can quickly start production and achieve expected results. This includes process formula optimization, production line layout design, operator training, and full-range support.

Operation Specifications:

Before operation, carefully inspect all components of the four-roll calender to ensure safety and stability.

During operation, select appropriate roller spacing and speed based on material type and specifications to ensure smooth processing.

During processing, regularly check the working status of the calender, keep the equipment clean, perform timely maintenance and upkeep to extend service life.

After use, promptly turn off the power and air supply, clean the work area, ensuring equipment and personnel safety.

III. Technical Parameter Table

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IV. Formula Table

Raw Material NamePVC Transparent Film Formula (phr)Rubber Sheet Formula (phr)Waterproof Membrane Formula (phr)
PVC Resin (SG-5)100--
Natural Rubber (NR)-7050
Styrene Butadiene Rubber (SBR)-3030
EPDM Rubber--20
Plasticizer (DOP)45-15
Stabilizer3.5--
Calcium Carbonate153040
Carbon Black-4535
Titanium Dioxide2--
Zinc Oxide-54
Stearic Acid0.521.5
Anti-aging Agent-2.52.5
Accelerator-1.21
Sulfur-21.8

V. Equipment List

No.Equipment NameSpecification ModelQtyRemarks
1Main MotorConfigured per model1 unitVariable frequency speed control, IE3 efficiency
2ReducerHardened gear reduction1 unitTransmission efficiency ≥96%
3Four RollersAlloy steel forging4 pcsHard chrome plated surface, mirror polished
4Roller BearingsDouble row roller bearings8 setsHigh load capacity, long life
5Lubrication SystemCentralized lubrication1 setAutomatic timed定量 lubrication
6Temperature Control SystemPID intelligent control1 setSegmented control, accuracy ±1℃
7Adjustment DeviceElectric/Hydraulic adjustment1 setDigital display, accuracy 0.005mm
8Electrical Control SystemPLC+Touch Screen1 setSiemens/Mitsubishi brand, networkable
9FrameSteel plate welding1 setStress relief treatment, high strength
10Safety Protection DeviceComplies with CE standard1 setEmergency stop button, safety interlock
11Auxiliary SystemOptional1 setIncludes stripping, cooling, winding, etc.

VI. Process Flow Chart

Four Roll Calender Process Flow

Raw Material Prep → Batching & Mixing → Plasticating/Mixing → Feeding & Conveying → Four-Roll Calendering → Stripping & Shaping → Cooling & Setting → Traction → Winding → Inspection → Packaging & Storage

Note: Actual flow chart should include more detailed equipment connections and process parameters.

VII. Application Fields

Plastic Products: PVC film, sheet, synthetic leather, floor covering, transparent sheet, etc.

Rubber Products: Rubber plate, rubber sheet, conveyor belt cover rubber, sealing materials, etc.

Building Materials: Waterproof membrane, decorative materials, soundproofing materials, wallpaper, etc.

Packaging Materials: Packaging film, composite packaging materials, food packaging, etc.

Other Fields: Automotive interiors, medical product substrates, electronic component packaging materials, etc.

VIII. About APEX

Headquarters: Shandong, China, established in 2014

Scale: 3 branch factories, 2 major industrial parks, 100+ employees, 10+ years professional experience

Market Distribution:Domestic: 35%,North America: 9%,South Asia/South America/Eastern Europe/Middle East: 7%~5% each

Service Commitment:Quality First, Turnkey Projects,Full-process Technical Support,OEM Customization Supported,Permanent Online Video Support,24/7 After-sales Response,Fast Spare Parts Supply

R&D and Technical Strength

R&D and Technical Strength

APEX has a professional mechanical technology R&D team covering mechanical design, automation control, materials science, etc., capable of product design, R&D, and improvement. Innovates in manufacturing processes, automation, and intelligent control.

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