SSH™ MultiPro Roof Panel Machine: A Solid Portable Roll Former
Why Portable Panel Machines Matter
A certain freedom comes with owning a portable rollformer. We’ve seen it from New Tech Machinery (NTM) customers across the country—contractors who no longer depend on factory deliveries or agonize over mistakes in orders or damage to panels. They control their operations from top to bottom; they are their own bosses. Plus, there’s pride of ownership—you have the rollforming machine you need to be self-sufficient.
New Tech Machinery’s SSH™ MultiPro Roof Panel Machine sits right in the sweet spot for a lot of contractors. It’s not our cheapest model, but it’s also not our most expensive. Think of it as the middle child in NTM’s lineup.
What You’re Getting
The SSH MultiPro is essentially a standing seam panel factory you can tow behind your truck. It’s designed to handle popular standing seam profiles that make up most residential and light commercial work. It’ll streamline your operation and increase your profits while making life a whole lot simpler, free of third-party distributors and manufacturers.
But here’s a real attention-getter: This rollformer can crank out panels at about 60’ per minute. That’s double what you’ll get from our entry-level SSR™ MultiPro Jr. machine. When you’re trying to finish a project before the weather turns, or you still have another job to run before the day’s end, that extra speed makes a real difference.
The SSH (or ‘H’, for short) handles seven different panel profiles, which covers pretty much everything you’ll need for typical residential work. Finished panel widths run from 12″ to 20″, depending on which profile you’re running.
| Materials Formed | Coil Widths | Finished Panel Widths |
|---|---|---|
| Painted Steel: 28 ga. to 24 ga. (0.4 mm to 0.6 mm) (painted, galvanized, aluminized) |
14″ to 24″ (355 mm to 610 mm) |
12″ to 20″ (254 mm to 508 mm) Variable depending on panel profile |
| Painted Aluminum: 0.027″ to 0.040″ (0.7 mm to 1.0 mm) |
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| Copper: 16 oz. to 20 oz., ¾ Hard (0.5 mm to 0.7 mm) |
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| Terne-Coated Stainless Steel: 26 ga. (0.6 mm) |
SSH Tech: Hydraulic Everything
Here’s where the SSH really shines compared to the starter SSR model – everything that used to require muscle now runs on hydraulics. No more hand-cranking the shear panel after panel. Push a button, and the hydraulic shear gives you clean, consistent cuts every time.
The hydraulic drive system also powers some nice safety features. The machine can recognize when a panel is properly positioned, which helps prevent damage to equipment and panel camber.
| Component | Description |
|---|---|
| Drive | Hydraulically driven via chain, sprocket, and gear |
| Shear | Hydraulically powered, infinitely adjustable, hardened steel blades |
Power options are flexible, too. You can run it off a gas engine when you’re out in the middle of nowhere, or swap in an electric motor when you’re working somewhere with 220V power available.
| Power Type | Horsepower (HP) | Voltage | Frequency (Hz) | Phase | Amperage | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electric | 7.5 HP | 220V | 60 Hz | 3PH | 18 amps | Standard US option |
| Electric | 5 HP | 220V | 60 Hz | 1PH | 20 amps | Alternative US option |
| Gas | 16 HP | — | — | — | — | Briggs & Stratton engine |
| Electric (Overseas) | 5 HP | 380V | 50 Hz | 3PH | 8 amps | Overseas use |
| Electric | 7.5 HP | 460V | 60 Hz | 3PH | 9 amps | High voltage US |
| Electric (Overseas) | 5 HP | 220V | 50 Hz | 1PH | 21 amps | Overseas use |
Smart Controls That Actually Work
The SSH comes standard with a PLC computerized controller that lets you program up to 99 different panel lengths or job sequences. This isn’t just fancy tech for the sake of it – it actually helps reduce waste and keeps your cuts accurate. The touchscreen interface is straightforward enough that you won’t need an engineering degree to figure it out, but NTM training is free to new machine owners and highly recommended!
| Control Option | Description |
|---|---|
| Standard SSH Controller |
PLC Batch / Length Computerized Controller with forward/reverse RUN and JOG controls. Features include: • Touchscreen operation • Program up to 99 jobs or panel lengths • Help screens for quick troubleshooting • Material tracking and coil length calculation • Auxiliary shearing support |
| Optional SSH Remote Control |
4-button remote start with start/stop/forward/reverse functions. Allows control of the machine away from the entry or exit point. Cost: $2,700 |
How It Stacks Up Against the Competition
vs. The SSR MultiPro Jr. Roof Panel Machine (Entry Level): The SSR is a valuable tool if you’re just getting started or only do occasional metal roofing work. But if you’re serious about growing your metal roofing business, the SSH is worth the extra investment. You get roughly double the production speed, hydraulic operation instead of manual, and the ability to run wider panels. The price difference hurts upfront, but the time savings add up fast.
vs. The SSQ II MultiPro Roof & Wall Panel Machine (Top Tier): The SSQ II is New Tech’s flagship model, and it shows. It can handle 16 different optional profiles, work with heavier 22-gauge steel, and offers features like automated panel notching. But unless you’re doing a lot of commercial work or metal siding, or need those specialty profiles, you’re probably paying for capabilities you won’t use. The SSH handles the core residential and light commercial market just fine at a much more reasonable price point.
SSH MultiPro Panel Profiles
All SSH-compatible panel profiles listed below can be customized with the following ribbing and relief options:
- Clip Relief
- Bead Ribs (Standard or Wide)
- Pencil Ribs (Small or Large)
- Striation Ribs
- V-Ribs (Small or Large)
| Panel Profile |
|---|
| T-Panel |
| SS100 – 1″ Mechanical Seam |
| SS150 – 1.5″ Mechanical Seam |
| SS450 – 1.5″ Snap-Lock |
| SS450SL – 1.5″ Snap-Lock |
| FF100 – 1″ Snap-Lock With Slotted Flange |
| FF150 – 1.5″ Snap-Lock With Slotted Flange |
Who Should Consider the SSH?
The SSH makes the most sense for contractors who are past the “just getting started” phase but aren’t ready to invest in a full commercial operation. Specifically:
- Growing residential contractors who want to take control of their panel supply and maybe pick up some light commercial work along the way.
- Established contractors adding metal roofing to their service mix who don’t want to mess around with entry-level equipment.
- Panel suppliers who want to offer on-site fabrication services. The SSH is portable for taking to job sites but automated enough to be efficient.
The Bottom Line
Starting around $66,000 with one profile included, the SSH MultiPro isn’t cheap. But it’s also not outrageous when you consider what you’re getting. A lot of contractors find that the machine pays for itself pretty quickly through increased efficiency and the ability to take on jobs they might have passed on before.
The build quality is solid – New Tech has been at this for over 30 years, and it shows. Parts and service support are reliable, which matters when you’ve got a job to finish and something goes wrong.
Worth Considering?
If you’re doing enough metal roofing work to justify the investment, the SSH MultiPro is hard to beat. It’s got the features you actually need without a bunch of expensive bells and whistles you’ll never use. The hydraulic operation alone makes it worth considering over the cheaper SSR, and the price point makes it a lot more accessible than the high-end SSQ II.
You’re not going to get rich just because you bought this machine, but you’ll definitely work smarter instead of harder. And in the roofing business, that’s usually a pretty good trade-off.
For more information about the SSH MultiPro or any of our machines or accessories, contact us. An experienced account manager will help answer any of your questions.
SSH MultiPro Specs
| Category | Specification |
| Machine Dimensions (Base) | |
| Length | 12′ 10″ (3.9 m) |
| Width | 4′ 10½″ (1.2 m) |
| Height (with overhead rack) | 4′ 3″ (1.3 m) |
| Height (without overhead rack) | 2′ 0″ (0.6 m) |
| Weight | 2,360 lbs (1,070 kg) |
| Machine Dimensions (on Trailer) | |
| Length | 18′ 11″ (5.8 m) |
| Width | 7′ 2½″ (2.2 m) |
| Height (with reel) | 6′ 3″ (1.9 m) |
| Weight (with trailer + equipment) | 4,620 lbs (2,090 kg) |
| Drive System | Hydraulically driven via chain, sprocket, and gear |
| Shear | Hydraulically powered, infinitely adjustable, hardened steel blades |
| Panel recognition safety system | |
| Speed | Approx. 60 ft/min (18.3 m/min) |
| Add-On Option Weights | |
| Trailer | 2,260 lbs (1,020 kg) |
| Overhead Dual Reel Rack | 336 lbs (152 kg) |
| Expandable Arbor (each) | 80 lbs (36 kg) |
| 10-foot Run-out Table (each) | 62 lbs (28 kg) |
| PVC Film Applicator | 60 lbs (27 kg) |
| Materials Formed | |
| Painted Steel | 28 ga to 24 ga (0.4 mm to 0.6 mm) |
| Painted Aluminum | 0.027″ to 0.040″ (0.7 mm to 1.0 mm) |
| Copper | 16 oz to 20 oz, ¾ hard (0.5 mm to 0.7 mm) |
| Terne-Coated Stainless Steel | 26 ga (0.6 mm) |
| Coil Width Range | 14″ to 24″ (355 mm to 610 mm) |
| Finished Panel Widths | 12″ to 20″ (305 mm to 508 mm) – profile-dependent |
