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WAV™ Wall Panel Machine
The Industry’s Only Portable WAV Profile Machine!
Starting at $224,500+ USD, depending on configuration.
- Ability to produce 16", 12", and 8" wide WAV-style profiles
- UNIQ Automatic Control System included
- On-site set-up/training included within continental U.S.
- Various trailer options available as well as in-plant machine stand
- Ability to run 22 or 24 ga. Grade 50 steel with all profiles (16" profiles can be produced in 0.032" or 0.040" aluminum as well)
- Industry's best warranty
Inside the Machine
Built to Perform
The Forming System
25 Rollers. Maximum Precision.
25 polyurethane drive rollers with VFD for precise wall panel forming at up to 150 ft/min.
- 25 polyurethane drive rollers
- Hydraulic drive & shear
- 8" 12" and 16" WAV-style profiles
The Frame
Built for Heavy Commercial Work
The largest machine in the NTM lineup. Welded tubular steel frame.
- 5000 lbs base weight
- Welded tubular steel frame
- Fixed mount or trailer options
The Controls
UNIQ® Comes Standard
UNIQ Automatic Control System with computer batch and length control included.
- UNIQ® Automatic Control System standard
- Computer batch & length control
- On-site setup and training included
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Engineering Specs
Machine / On Trailer
Machine Footprint
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Machine
- Length
- 22'8" (6.7m)
- Width
- 5'1" (1.5m)
- Height
- 4'5" (1.2m)
- Weight
- 5,000 lbs. (2,272.7 kg)
- No Rack
- 2'7" (0.61m)
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On Trailer
- Length
- 27'10" (8.2m)
- Width
- 7'4" (2.1m)
- Height
- 6'7" (1.83m)
- Weight
- 8,700 lbs. (3,954.6 kg)
Machine Footprint
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Standard Features
- Can form 8", 12", and 16" WAV-style profiles with either fastener flange or clip-style attachment
- UNIQ Automatic Control System
- Hydraulic Shear
- Hydraulic Drive
- Equipped with 16 HP Gas Engine and/or 460V 3-Phase Electric Power
- Minimum Flat Sheet Feed Length is 62 Inches (1,575mm)
- Free on-site setup and training within the continental U.S. included
Performance Specs
Shear System
Hydraulic
- Hydraulically Powered
- Hardened Tool Steel Blades & Shear Dies
- Panel Recognition Proximity Sensor
Drive System
Hydraulic
- Hydraulically Driven via Chain Sprocket & Gear Using 25 Polyurethane Drive Rollers
Production Speed
- Electric Power
- Up to 150 ft./min (45.7m/min)
- Gas Power
- Up to 75 ft./min (22.8m/min)
Materials Formed
Painted Steel
22 or 24 ga. (0.8mm to 0.6mm)
Grade 50. Painted, Galvalume, coated galvanized.
Painted Aluminum
.032" to .040" (0.8mm to 1.0mm)
WAV-16-4 Profile only.
Coil Specifications
- Coil Widths
- 24" (610mm) standard for 16-4 profile
- Finished Panel Widths
- 8", 12", or 16" coverage
- Max Coil Diameter Rack
- 32" (812mm)
- Max Coil Diameter Decoiler
- 45" (1,143mm)
Power Options
- 16 HP Gas Engine
- 460V 3-Phase Electric Power
Warranty & Patents
Limited three-year part and NTM in-house labor warranty.
Your Panels, Your Way
WAV Wall Panel Profiles
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Trailers Built for This Machine
The trailer is engineered around the machine, not adapted to it. Sold separately.
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TR12XL
12,000 lb · Tandem axle
12,000 lb tandem-axle trailer sized for a machine running the single overhead reel rack.
Starting at
$25,900
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TR23
23,000 lb · 3-axle
23,000 lb three-axle trailer for the triple overhead reel rack. Couples to a standard rear hitch, so it goes behind the truck you already run.
Starting at
$32,600
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TR23G
23,000 lb · 3-axle
The same 23,000 lb capacity in a gooseneck configuration. Couples to an in-bed hitch for more stability and a tighter turning radius.
Starting at
$34,200
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Compatible Accessories
Upgrades for the WAV™ Wall Panel Machine
Machine Fit
Who the WAV metal panel machine is for
The WAV is a wall panel machine, not a roofing machine. It forms 8", 12", and 16" WAV-style wall panels for heavy commercial and industrial work.
Built for
- Heavy commercial and industrial wall panel contractors
- High-volume operations needing up to 150 ft/min production speed
- Businesses running 8", 12", and 16" WAV-style profiles
- Operations with 460V 3-phase power or gas engine capability
Reconsider if
- Residential roofing contractors
- SSR™ MultiPro Jr. Roof Panel Machine
- Contractors needing standing seam roof panels
- SSQ3™ MultiPro Roof and Wall Panel Machine
- Gutter installers
- MACH II™ 5" Gutter Machine
- Budget-conscious startups — this is the highest-price NTM machine
Resources
Downloads & Support
- Manual Operator Manual Setup, daily operation, maintenance schedule, and troubleshooting. Open Manual
- Brochure Product Brochure Full spec sheet, options, configurations, and pricing reference. Open Brochure
- Service Service & Training Hands-on training, technical support, and replacement-parts pipeline. Learn More
Manuals
Profile changes, troubleshooting, and how-to videos for the WAV Wall Panel: Visit the Service Hub
Ironclad Support
Five pillars keep you running.
Downtime kills margins. NTM's real advantage is the system behind the machine — quality, parts, service, training, and warranty working together to keep your operation moving.
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Job-ready from day one
Quality Control
Every machine is tested and inspected to spec before it ships — critical systems down to the last bolt. Minimal setup, zero guesswork, production on day one.
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On demand, fast
Parts Availability
$2M+ in critical parts inventory, often shipped overnight. If a part is unavailable, we prioritize fulfillment within a week so a stalled job gets moving again.
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Nationwide network
Service
Direct access to dozens of experienced technicians. Most issues are resolved over the phone; when they are not, on-site service is available anywhere you operate.
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Hands-on, no cost
Training
Personalized training on your machine and your profiles — at your location or our Aurora facility, free to new machine owners. More is always available as your crew grows.
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3-year limited
Warranty
Coverage against defects in materials, workmanship, and design. If something is not right, we fix or replace it — fast.
You're buying more than a machine. You're gaining a partner.
FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the WAV metal panel machine cost?
The WAV starts at $224,500 for the gas-only model, depending on configuration. See the panel machine cost guide.
What profiles does the WAV produce?
Three WAV-style profiles in 16", 12", and 8" widths with either fastener flange or clip-style attachment for commercial wall panel applications.
Does the WAV come with a controller?
Yes — the UNIQ® Automatic Control System comes standard with computer batch and length control.
Is training included?
Yes — free on-site setup and training within the continental U.S. is included with every WAV purchase.
Is the WAV a roof panel machine?
No. The WAV is a wall panel machine built for heavy commercial and industrial walls. For standing seam roof panels, look at the SSQ3 MultiPro.
How fast does the WAV run?
Up to 150 feet per minute on electric power and up to 75 feet per minute on gas.
What materials can the WAV run?
22 or 24 gauge Grade 50 painted steel. Painted aluminum from .032" to .040" runs on the WAV-16-4 profile only.
How much does the WAV weigh?
The machine weighs 5,000 lbs. (2,272.7 kg). On its trailer it weighs 8,700 lbs. (3,954.6 kg).
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