Introduction: Why Safety Matters in Coil Processing

 

Steel cut to length line is a powerful, high-speed system designed to uncoil, level, cut and stack light to heavy steel coils into flat sheets. While they boost productivity, they also pose operational risks - especially in high-volume or long-term environments.

Ensuring operator safety, machine integrity, and process reliability starts with proper tranining, awareness and maintenance. 

 

 

Know Your Machine: Basic Understanding Is the First Step

• Main machine structure: decoiler, leveler, shear, stacker
• High-risk zones: Rotary shearer shafts, Loop pits, Stacker unloading zones
• The PLC interface and emergency stop locations
• Start-up and shut-down sequences

Kinbenz machines come with user-friendly touch screens, visual alarms, and automatic diagnostics to support safe operations.

 

 

Pre-operation Checklist: Safety Starts Before Pressing the Start Button

 

Checkpoint	Action
Power Supply	Ensure all power switches and grounding systems are stable
Mechanical Components	Check that bolts, shear shafts, belts, and chains are securely tightened
Hydraulic/Lubrication	Inspect fluid levels, pressure gauges, and look for leaks
Emergency Stops	Test all e-stop buttons and interlocks
PPE	Wear gloves, safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, and helmet

 

 

Loading Coil Parts:

• Use a coil car or crane to place the coil onto the decoiler
• Confim the coil is centered and the mandrel is securely expanded
• Watch for coil bounce or slippage when uncoiling

 

Leveler Parts:

• Always make adjustments with the machine stopped and powered down
• Never insert hands between rollers
• Pay attention to the metal coils is completely flat and make adjustments if necessary

 

Shearing Parts:

• Confirms all auxiliary equipment has been recovered to avoid interfering with the shearing process

 

Automatic Operation Parts:

• Starts with low-speed trial runs and observe sheet accuracy and stacking
• Monitor the coil feed to prevent jamming or misalignment 
• Stay clear of moving parts and keep walkways clear

 

 

Maintenance and Operator Training: Long-Term Safety Strategy

• Train every operator on startup, normal operation, emergency shutdown and maintenance.
• Schedule daily/weekly maintenance on blades, rollers, filters, and control systems
• Keep spare parts ready
• Maintain a logbook of safety checks and machine performance reports

 

 

Cut to Length Line is a good helper to boost efficiency and production in factory, but don't forget it also a monster. Operateing it under safety is non-negotiable.