Seam Profile
Pittsburgh, S lock, snap lock and elbow seams serve different ductwork connections.
WinYing supplies duct lock forming machines for rectangular HVAC duct fabrication, including Pittsburgh lock, S lock, snap lock and elbow lock equipment.
Select a machine according to the seam profile, sheet material, thickness and required tooling—not just the number of profiles advertised.
Read our Pittsburgh lock technical guide, duct seaming methods guide and sheet thickness guide for additional selection criteria.
Looking for a duct lock forming machine manufacturer or duct lock forming machine supplier in China? WinYing Machinery provides sheet metal lock forming equipment for HVAC duct workshops. For a sheet metal lock forming machine for sale, request a quotation based on the required lock profile, sheet grade, thickness range, electrical supply and destination. The final machine price depends on the selected model, roller tooling and configuration; confirm the written offer rather than relying on a generic price.
For a rectangular duct lock forming machine, compare Pittsburgh, S-cleat and snap-lock connections against your fabrication drawings. An industrial duct lock former is not automatically suitable for every galvanized steel or stainless steel grade: confirm material compatibility and duct lock forming machine thickness capacity against the chosen model specification. See the Pittsburgh lock forming machine, S-cleat machine, snap lock machine and elbow lock forming machine for model-specific details.
Start with the finished duct connection: identify whether your workshop needs a Pittsburgh lock, S-cleat, snap-lock or elbow seam. Next, match the required profile drawing to the forming rollers and confirm the sheet-metal grade and thickness range. Check the machine model, electrical supply, workshop space and whether a separate seam-closing operation is required. For rectangular duct production, compare sample joints before selecting a machine by price alone.
An HVAC duct lock forming machine price is not one fixed figure for every workshop. The quoted cost can vary with machine type, number of forming profiles, roller tooling, rated material and thickness capacity, electrical specification, optional accessories, packaging and delivery terms. Share your duct joint drawing, destination country and production requirements to receive a comparable written quotation. For a Pittsburgh-specific quote, review the Pittsburgh lock forming machine reference models.
Pittsburgh, S lock, snap lock and elbow seams serve different ductwork connections.
Galvanized steel is commonly used for HVAC ducts. For stainless steel or other materials, confirm suitability for the specific machine and roller set.
Check the rated range for the selected model and material grade.
Confirm profile dimensions and whether separate duct seaming equipment is needed.
Explore our lock forming machines for HVAC ductwork. Choose a lock forming machine by the required profile, material and sheet thickness. Explore our equipment range for HVAC duct fabrication and custom tooling enquiries.
Sheet metal edge profiling for HVAC ducts covers Pittsburgh seams, S-cleat connections and Snap-Lock profiles. Match roller sets and connection drawings; the profiles are not interchangeable. For a configurable roller-set option, see the multi-function lock former.
Ask WinYing, a machinery supplier in China, to confirm the manufacturer and factory supply scope for the proposed model. The price depends on capacity, tooling and included options. Compare HVAC Duct Manufacturing Equipment when preparing your enquiry.
Machine specifications vary by model and tooling. Please confirm the configuration for your required profile and material.
Five original machine photos. Actual appearance depends on model and tooling.
Browse the original lock-profile shapes and their corresponding part numbers from your KFS-12 manual.
1981001
1981002
1981003
1981004
1981005
1981006
Original profile shapes are cropped directly from the supplied KFS-12 manual; no geometry has been redrawn.
Profile numbers, names, sheet-thickness ranges and dimensions transcribed from your KFS-12 manual. The profile shapes are cropped from the supplied KFS-12 manual without redrawing their geometry. Refer to the original manual for production tooling.
| No. | Shape | Name | Capacity (mm) | Specification (mm) | Dimension (mm) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1981001 | Tokyo profile | 0.5–1.2 | 26 | 13.2 | |
| 1981002 | Folded profile | 0.5–1.2 | 9 | 13.2 | |
| 1981003 | Rectangular profile | 0.5–1.2 | 6–13 | 13 | |
| 1981004 | Z profile | 0.5–1.2 | 26 | 14 | |
| 1981005 | Insert profile | 0.5–0.8 | 54 | 28 | |
| 1981006 | Bent rectangular profile | 0.5–1.2 | 8 | 8 | |
| 1981007 | Core profile | 0.5–1.2 | 4–8 | 4–8 | |
| 1982001 | Tokyo profile | 0.5–1.5 | 29 | 14.5 | |
| 1982002 | Folded profile | 0.5–1.5 | 10 | 14.5 | |
| 1982003 | Rectangular profile | 0.5–1.5 | 8–16 | 16 | |
| 1982004 | Z profile | 0.5–1.6 | 4–8 | 4–8 | |
| 1982005 | Insert profile | 0.5–1.0 | 54 | 28 | |
| 1982006 | Bent rectangular profile | 0.5–1.5 | 11 | 11 | |
| 1982007 | Core profile | 0.5–1.5 | 9 | 14 | |
| 1982008 | S profile | 0.4–0.8 | 92 | 28 |
Choose a machine based on your required profiles. One machine can form one or multiple lock profiles.

Forms Pittsburgh lock seams for rectangular HVAC duct panels. Additional edge profiles depend on the selected roller tooling.

Forms S-lock and matching cleat profiles for sheet-metal duct connections. Available shapes depend on the machine model and roller set.

Forms snap-lock edges for compatible sheet-metal corner connections. SNAP model: 0.4–1.0 mm sheet thickness.

Forms conventional and snap-lock seams for curved HVAC duct elbows. Guided feeding reduces the need for continuous hand-holding. LA-15: 0.5–1.5 mm sheet thickness.
The following model names, power ratings and capacity ranges are taken from the supplied KFS-12 manual. The manual does not provide model-specific weight or overall dimensions.
| No. | Model | Power (kW) | Capacity (mm) | Weight (kg) | Overall Dimensions (L×W×H) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1700110 | KFD-12 | 1.5 | 0.5–1.2 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700210 | KFD-16 | 2.2 | 0.5–1.5 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700130 | KFL-12 | 1.5 | 0.5–1.2 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700230 | KFL-16 | 2.2 | 0.5–1.5 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700140 | KFY-12 | 1.5 | 0.5–1.2 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700240 | KFY-16 | 2.2 | 0.5–1.5 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700150 | KFA-12 | 1.5 | 0.5–1.2 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700250 | KFA-16 | 2.2 | 0.5–1.5 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700160 | KFB-12 | 1.5 | 0.5–1.2 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700260 | KFB-16 | 2.2 | 0.5–1.5 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700170 | KFZ-12 | 1.5 | 0.5–1.2 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700270 | KFZ-16 | 2.2 | 0.5–1.5 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700180 | KFC-12 | 1.5 | 0.5–1.2 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700280 | KFC-16 | 2.2 | 0.5–1.5 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700190 | KFE-12 | 1.5 | 0.5–1.2 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700290 | KFE-16 | 2.2 | 0.5–1.5 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700191 | KFE-12 | 1.5 | 0.5–1.2 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700291 | KFE-16 | 2.2 | 0.5–1.5 | Not specified | Not specified |
| 1700292 | KFS-12 | 1.5 | 0.5–1.2 | Not specified | Not specified |
Model identifiers and values follow the supplied manual; confirm the selected model and tooling before ordering.
Tell us your material, thickness and required profile. Our team can recommend a suitable machine.
No. Supported profiles depend on the machine model and roller tooling. Confirm the required profile drawing and tooling configuration before ordering.
Seam forming and seam closing are separate operations. Confirm whether your selected configuration requires separate duct seaming equipment.
It uses forming rollers to shape sheet-metal edges into profiles that can be joined with compatible duct seams and connections.
Pittsburgh lock is commonly used for longitudinal seams in rectangular ducts. S lock is used with compatible cleat-style duct connections. The required forming tooling and assembly method differ.
Many duct lock forming machines are designed for galvanized sheet metal. Confirm the supported thickness and material grade for the model you select.
Match the actual sheet thickness and material properties to the model's rated capacity. Review the profile drawing and tooling requirements before ordering.
Price depends on the machine model, forming profiles, roller tooling and optional configuration. Send your material, thickness and required seam profile to request a quotation.
Send the lock profile or workpiece photo, material, sheet thickness and duct type. Our team can match the requirement to a suitable machine configuration.
For custom profiles, send a drawing or sample dimensions with your inquiry.