Demands of the Metal Building Industry

As the demand for metal building systems increase, manufacturing requirements for faster cycle times, quicker deliveries, and decreases in labor cost is mandatory. Franklin designs and builds CNC fabricating Machine Tools for pre-engineered building fabrication. Franklin's comprehensive designs, with its commitment to quality, result in productive turnkey systems. All systems are manufactured, assembled, and tested at Franklin's modern 350,000 sq. ft. Russellville facility.

Franklin machines include: CNC Flange Lines, CNC Plate Lines, CNC Gantry Retrieval systems with Smart Pickup capability. Cell Designed Systems with positive material flow. Pull-Thru-Welders with material handling, Tack Fixtures, and Web Seam Welders.

The optional Franklin "60" Series CNC Gantry provides up to 60-ft length capacity (and 75-ft of travel storage) automated pick and place loading of finished flanges from the Franklin CNC Flange Line System.