The IRM 8010 8″ × 10″ 2-High Laboratory Rolling Mill is a precision-engineered rolling solution designed specifically for research, development, and small-batch production environments. Built on a robust industrial platform with laboratory-grade control and flexibility, this mill delivers repeatable, high-accuracy reduction and deformation for metals and alloys under controlled conditions.
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Key Features & Capabilities
Precision Roll Geometry: 8″ (203 mm) diameter rolls with a 10″ (254 mm) effective working width provide an ideal balance of material contact and force distribution for laboratory-scale samples and pilot trials.
Advanced Roll Adjustment: Dual electro-mechanical screwdowns with VFD control and encoder feedback allow fine, repeatable roll gap adjustment—critical for experimental rolling schedules and metallurgical studies.
Power & Performance: Driven by a 40 HP inverter-duty AC gearmotor and designed for separating forces up to approximately 250,000 lbs, the IRM 8010 is capable of processing a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys.
Modern Drive & Controls: Variable-speed AC inverter control enables smooth, controlled rolling speeds suitable for research, process optimization, and material characterization work.
Safety & Laboratory Usability: Integrated safety guarding at nip points and entry/exit areas supports safe operation in laboratory and university environments while maintaining clear material flow.
Typical Applications
The IRM 8010 is well suited for:
Metallurgical and materials research
Process development and pass schedule optimization
Pilot-scale rolling trials
Alloy development and deformation studies
Academic, national laboratory, and industrial R&D environments
By combining industrial-grade mill construction with precise, research-focused controls, the IRM 8010 provides a reliable and adaptable platform for laboratories requiring accurate, repeatable rolling results.
| Roll Diameter | 8" | 203.2 mm |
| Roll Width | 10" | 254 mm |
| Roll Finish | Satin | Satin |
| Roll Gap Adjustment | Dual Electro-Mechanical Screwdowns with VFD & Encoder Feedback | Dual Electro-Mechanical Screwdowns with VFD & Encoder Feedback |
| Mill Power | New 40 HP Inverter Duty AC Gearmotor | New 40 HP Inverter Duty AC Gearmotor |
| Mill Separating Force | Approximately 250,000 LBS | Approximately 250,000 LBS |
| Mill Voltage | Customer Choice | Customer Choice |
| Mill Phase | 3-Phase | 3-Phase |
| Mill Controls | New Variable Speed AC Inverter | New Variable Speed AC Inverter |
| Mill Tables | Tables will be installed on the entry and exit of the mill. | Tables will be installed on the entry and exit of the mill. |
| Mill Safety | All nip points will be guarded. | All nip points will be guarded. |