About Taokron

A 30-Year HVAC Ductwork Machinery Manufacturer

Founded in 1994 with Australian operations. 5,000+ machines installed across 100+ countries. ISO 9001:2015 certified, with CE marked machines and 60+ invention and utility patents.

As featured in ACHR News “Bringing Duct Fabrication In-House: A 2026 Equipment Guide”

Taokron – Our Story

Taokron has its Australian office in Greater Melbourne. Since 1994, we have focused on the development and manufacture of HVAC ductwork machinery, including spiral duct forming machines, round duct making machines and auto duct production lines.

Taokron is ISO 9001:2015 certified, supplies every machine CE marked and holds 60+ invention and utility patents covering flying‑shear spiral forming, TDF roll forming and auto‑line PLC integration. Our machines make duct for ventilation projects in 100+ countries, from commercial towers to cleanrooms, data centers, hospitals and industrial plants. See the machinery by industry guide for vertical-specific duct spec and machine selection.

30+ years of R&D · 5,000+ machines installed · 100+ countries served · 12-hour engineer-led reply.

Inside the Production Facility

SBAL-V auto duct production line on the production floor

Taokron SBAL-V automatic duct production line. HVAC duct machinery engineered since 1994.

Solutions

Built Around Your Production Plan

Whether you are upgrading a workshop or building a new duct factory, we design the complete layout, select machinery and provide training.

Turn‑Key Duct Factory Design

We help you plan coil storage, line layout, material flow and maintenance zones to optimize throughput and safety.

  • 3D layout and utility requirements
  • Machine selection by capacity and budget
  • Installation and commissioning schedule

Customized Automation Levels

From semi‑automatic lines for flexible production to fully automatic systems for mass‑volume projects.

  • Manual, CNC and fully automatic options
  • Integration with plasma cutting and labeling
  • Production reporting and nesting software

Global Projects

Machines installed in the Middle East, Europe, Asia and Latin America, used for commercial buildings and industrial plants.

5,000+
machines installed
6
continents served
12 months
standard warranty

Service

Full Lifecycle Support

We stand behind every machine with fast remote diagnostics, original spare parts and clear training for your operators and maintenance team.

Installation & Training

  • On‑site installation supervision
  • Operator and maintenance training
  • Production startup assistance

After‑Sales & Spare Parts

  • Remote troubleshooting support
  • Original tooling and consumables
  • Preventive maintenance recommendations

For urgent technical questions, contact us via WhatsApp so we can assist you quickly.

Milestones

Three Decades of HVAC Ductwork Machinery

Taokron's history mirrors three decades of HVAC ductwork automation.

  1. 1994

    Company founded

    The company is founded and begins building manual lockformers and plate shearing equipment for HVAC contractors.

  2. 2002

    First spiral tubeformer line

    Taokron launches its first SBTF series spiral tubeformer, introducing flying‑shear cutting to sheet‑metal shops.

  3. 2007

    TDF flange roll‑forming

    The TDF flange roll‑forming machine enters volume production, allowing rectangular duct contractors to move away from angle‑iron flanges.

  4. 2015

    SBAL auto duct line series

    The SBAL auto duct production line debuts with CNC plasma cutting, automatic pittsburgh seaming and TDF flanging on a single servo‑driven platform — the flagship product Taokron still ships in SBAL‑III, SBAL‑V and RDL‑II variants today.

Engineering team

Engineering Support Behind Every Quote

When you email Taokron, you get a reply within 12 hours with technical input on the line you are asking about, not a form letter.

Mechanical design

Responsible for the geometry of every forming roll, bending die and spiral head — using SolidWorks, AutoCAD and in‑house sheet‑metal unfolding tools. They tune roll passes for specific material thicknesses from 0.5 mm galvanised steel up to 1.5 mm stainless.

  • Authors of SBTF, SBAL and RDL geometry
  • Material expertise: GI, SS304, aluminium, pre‑insulated panel

Electrical & PLC integration

Design and program Siemens, Mitsubishi and Delta PLCs, servo drives and HMI panels. Responsible for all auto‑line sequencing, safety interlocks, production reporting and remote diagnostic links used on the SBAL and RDL series.

  • Siemens S7 & Mitsubishi FX programming
  • Servo motion control & CNC plasma integration
  • Safety interlocks to EN ISO 13849 category 3

Field commissioning

Installation supervision, commissioning and operator training are available for every Taokron line. The field team works directly with your maintenance team during startup and first‑article production.

  • On‑site installation supervision
  • Operator and maintenance training in English
  • First‑article duct validation (SMACNA, EN 1505, AS/NZS 4254)

Certifications & standards

ISO 9001:2015, CE & 60+ Patents

Independent third‑party certification, documented factory testing and an active patent portfolio — the evidence behind every Taokron quote.

ISO 9001:2015 quality management

Taokron’s production pipeline is certified under ISO 9001:2015. The certification is maintained through periodic surveillance audits covering incoming inspection, assembly, final testing and traceability records.

CE marking (Machinery Directive)

Auto duct lines, spiral tubeformers, plasma cutters, TDF flange machines and lockformers are CE‑marked to the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU and the Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU. Each shipment includes the EC Declaration of Conformity and a full technical file.

60+ invention and utility patents

Taokron holds over 60 invention and utility‑model patents across flying‑shear spiral forming, TDF roll‑form geometry, auto‑line servo positioning, pittsburgh seaming safety mechanisms and modular tooling.

Standards supported

Taokron lines can be configured to produce duct to the fabrication standard you specify on your order.

  • SMACNA HVAC Duct Construction Standards (USA & Middle East projects)
  • EN 1505 / EN 1506 (European rectangular and circular duct)
  • AS/NZS 4254.1 & 4254.2 (Australia and New Zealand flexible and rigid duct)
  • DW/144 (United Kingdom HVAC duct specification)
  • AS/NZS 4254 and SMACNA (Australian and international HVAC duct specifications)

Quality process

From Sheet Metal to Factory Acceptance Test

Every Taokron machine goes through a documented five‑stage quality process before it ships. Customers are welcome to attend the Factory Acceptance Test (FAT) in person or via video call. The full procedure is documented on the quality control page, the Taokron production and quality process is described on the production and quality page, HD demo footage of every machine plus current machine demonstration footage is available on request through the machine video library, and the case studies library covers two Australian installations, Kavanagh Industries in Sydney and Airtemp in Canberra. If you’re comparing Taokron against other HVAC duct machinery vendors, the why choose Taokron page summarises the ten reasons buyers short-list Taokron — plus the three scenarios where Taokron is not the right choice. For transparent 2026 budget ranges, lead times, payment terms and a complete workshop budgeting framework, see the pricing and lead time buyer guide.

  1. 01

    Incoming material inspection

    Steel plate, servo motors, PLCs, bearings and hydraulic components are verified against the drawing and specification before being released to assembly. Traceability records are kept for the life of the machine.

  2. 02

    Roll tooling geometry check

    Forming rolls are measured on a CMM and checked against the Taokron master drawing. The tolerance on the final roll diameter is within ±0.03 mm, which is what allows Taokron spiral and TDF machines to run at production speed without seam defects.

  3. 03

    Mechanical & electrical assembly

    Assembly is performed by teams dedicated to a single machine family. Each assembler signs off the mechanical tolerances, wiring and safety interlocks. Torque values and wiring continuity are recorded on the build sheet.

  4. 04

    No‑load and loaded run‑in

    Machines run for 4–24 hours no‑load, then produce real duct on customer material. First‑article duct is measured against the project standard (SMACNA, EN 1505, AS/NZS 4254) and the result is signed by the QA engineer.

  5. 05

    Factory Acceptance Test (FAT)

    On request, Taokron hosts the customer or their third‑party inspector for a live FAT. The machine is run through the full production cycle, safety interlocks are demonstrated and the test record is signed jointly before packing.

Global reach

5,000+ Machines in 100+ Countries

Taokron duct machinery operates on six continents, making duct for commercial towers, hospitals, data centres and industrial plants.

Middle East & North Africa

Saudi Arabia, UAE, Qatar, Kuwait, Oman, Egypt, Morocco and Algeria. Typical applications: commercial HVAC, airport and transport buildings, and large developments built to SMACNA‑standard duct specifications.

SBAL and SBTF lines can be configured to SMACNA duct standards.

Southeast Asia & Oceania

Australia, New Zealand, Indonesia, Malaysia, Philippines, Vietnam, Singapore and Thailand. Typical applications: data centres, hospital cleanrooms, high‑rise residential and commercial HVAC to AS/NZS 4254 and ASHRAE standards.

Local support from the Taokron Australia office in Box Hill North, VIC.

Europe & Americas

Germany, Italy, Spain, UK, Poland, Russia, USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile and Peru. Typical applications: EN 1505/1506 and SMACNA duct fabrication for commercial buildings, food & pharma plants and industrial ventilation.

All CE‑marked lines ship with EC Declaration of Conformity.

Frequently asked questions about Taokron

Is Taokron an Australian company?

Yes. Taokron is an Australian supplier of HVAC ductwork machinery, based at Box Hill North, Victoria, and has operated since 1994.

Where is Taokron based?

Taokron is at 5 Twyford Street, Box Hill North, Victoria 3129, Australia, serving customers across Australia and 100+ countries.

How long has Taokron been in business?

Since 1994 — more than 30 years specialising in HVAC duct fabrication machinery.

Is Taokron certified?

Yes. Taokron's factory holds ISO 9001:2015 quality certification, and every machine ships CE marked with a Declaration of Conformity under the Machinery Directive, with 60+ invention and utility patents.

What does Taokron manufacture?

HVAC ductwork machinery: spiral tubeformers, automatic rectangular duct production lines (SBAL-V, SBAL-III), TDF flange forming machines, Pittsburgh lockformers, gore-lockers and seam closing machines.

How many machines has Taokron installed?

More than 5,000 Taokron machines operate in 100+ countries across six continents.

Price request

Ask for a quotation

Tell us what you make, the duct sizes and where the machines will run. A Taokron engineer replies within 12 hours with a sized quotation and a layout drawing.

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