X168 Infinity
9 Gauge (4.0mm)
(9 Gauge, 4.0 mm Steel Thickness)
Multi-profile machine
- 10 Profile sizes, fully automatic web and flange sizes changeover.
- Automatic Tooling changeover
- Fully computerized wall, floor, roof truss frame and post & beam B2B truss manufacturing
- system
- Suitable for up to 12-story buildings
Table of Contents
- Specification
- Application
X168 Infinity – System Specifications
| Model: | PinnacleFRAMER X168 Structural Frame & Truss Design Production System Unlimited Profile Sizes Auto Changeover Production System (Changeover Time Between Sizes Less Than 30 Minutes Including Web Size and All Punch Tools) World’s First & Only, Globally Patented | |
| Integrated Software: | PinnacleCAD Engineering Calculation PinnacleCAD 3D Modeling Detailing PInnacleCAD Machine Control Factory | |
| Stud Track Framing:Truss Framing:Post & Beam: | C+C C+U Sigma+Sigma Sigma+C C+U+Sigma+Z C+C In-Line, and B2B back to back (Pinnacle Truss) B2B C+C ( 2 Ply ) U+C+C+U ( 4 Ply ) | |
| Unlimited Profiles: | Any Profile Web Sizes between 140mm (5.5”) to 400mm (16”) | |
| Standard Profile Sizes: Adjustable Flange Sizes: 51mm, 76mm, 102mm ( 2” , 3” , 4” ) Adjustable Lip Sizes: 13mm , 16mm , 25mm ( 1/2” , 5/8” , 1” ) | Metric Measurement: 140mm x 51mm x 16mm 150mm x 51mm x 16mm 200mm x 76mm x 16mm 250mm x 76mm x 16mm 300mm x 102mm x 25mm 350mm x 102mm x 25mm 400mm x 102mm x 25mm | Imperial Measurements: 5.5”x 2” (550S200) 6”x 2” (600S200) 8”x 3” (800S200) 10” x 3” (1000S300) 12” x 4” (1200S400) 14” x 4” (1400S400) 16” x 4” (1600S400) |
| Material Thickness: | 14 gauge to 9 gauge (2.0mm to 4.0mm) | |
| Roll Forming: | 20 Stations, Auto-Gauging | |
| Frame / Truss Punch Tools: | PinnacleTRUSS punch Servo Driven Truss Index hole punch Web anchor symmetrical bolt holes Small & Large service hole punch 120mm x 140mm Left / right lip notch punch Floor joist web tab notch & large lipped service hole punch Web notch punch Truss end cut punch Flange dimple connection hole & slot punch Shear cut End crimp punch Auto swage | |
| ID Printing System: | Inkjet Printer Fully Integrated for Profile Individual ID Marking | |
| Standard Production Speed (Output): | Walls Frames: 200m/h to 300m/h ( 640 to 960 LF/hr ) Roof Truss: 200m/h to 300m/h ( 640 to 960 LF/hr ) Floor Joist: 600m/h ( 1,920LF/hr ) | |
| Machine Maximum Line Speed: | Up to 2100m/h ( 6,890 LF/hr ) | |
| Main Drive System: | SERVO Driven High Speed System | |
| Main Hydraulic System: | All Temperature Environment, High Power, High Speed System | |
| Machine Length/Width/Height: | 15,000mm x 1,200mm x 1,700mm ( 590.5” x 47.2” x 66.9” ) | |
| Weight (Approximate): | 30,000 kg (66,000lb) | |
| Power Supply / Consumption: | 415 VAC / 100 KVA (per client request ) | |
| Profile Receiving System: | Automatic Receiving Stacking System Fully Integrated with Machine Production Batch and Speed | |
| Powered De-Coiler: | 5000 kg (11,000lb) Powered Variable Speed Coil Feeding System | |
- Low Rise Large Span Residential Building Structures
- Mid Rise Residential Building Structures up to 12 Floors
- Institutional Buildings, Schools, Hospitals
- Student & Staff Accommodation Facilities Up to 12 Floors
- Column & Beam Open Space Office Building Structure Up to 6 Floors
- Large Span Floor & Roof Truss production
- Heavy Gauge Portable Buildings & Cabins
- Heavy Gauge Floor Joist systems for residential structures
- Large Span B2B roof truss
- Column & Beam Warehouse Structures
- Modular Building Structures
- Commercial and Industrial Building Structures
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X168 Infinity: What It Does and Who It’s For
The x168 infinity is the high-capacity Infinity-class machine for factories running long shifts on wide profile mixes. Like every Pinnacle line, profiles leave the x168 infinity punched, dimple-lock ready and inkjet-labeled with their panel and position — downstream assembly is jig work, not measurement work, and one trained operator runs the line.
Who buys it: high-volume factories and multi-line operations standardizing on Infinity automation. PinnacleCAD converts approved structural models into panel drawings and machine files following AISI S100 design standards, so engineering feeds the x168 infinity in minutes rather than days of manual detailing. Every machine ships with factory acceptance testing, installation, operator training and remote diagnostics. That is the production standard the x168 infinity is built to hold, shift after shift.
Where it fits in the range: The X80i is the standard multi-profile choice. The X888 Infinity extends into 6-gauge territory. For budget context see the steel framing machine price guide, and for the full technology picture the light gauge steel framing guide. Every x168 infinity commissioning follows the same fixed program worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the X168 produce?
Punched, dimpled and labeled cold formed steel profiles ready for jig assembly — the high-capacity Infinity-class machine for factories running long shifts on wide profile mixes. Output arrives at the bench panel-ready. It is the benchmark to hold any quote against when you evaluate the x168 infinity.
What is included with the X168?
PinnacleCAD software, factory acceptance test on your actual profiles, installation and calibration at your plant, operator training and first-production support, plus remote diagnostics for the life of the machine.
How many operators does the X168 need?
One trained operator supervises the line; two to four assemblers work the benches downstream. Most plants produce sellable output within two weeks of installation.
How do I choose between the X168 and other Pinnacle machines?
Choose by your heaviest planned section and profile mix. The X80i is the standard multi-profile choice. The X888 Infinity extends into 6-gauge territory. Send us your profile mix for side-by-side production modeling.