Dished-Only Tank Heads

Precision-formed dished heads for industrial fabrication, reinforcement, and custom applications.

Not every application requires a complete tank head. Commercial Metal Forming manufactures dished-only tank heads for industrial fabricators, OEMs, and manufacturers who need a formed dish without a flanged edge. Available in a wide range of diameters, thicknesses, and materials, these heads are used across diverse applications where strength, durability, and dimensional accuracy are essential.

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Dished-Only specifications

  • Head Type: Dished-Only
  • Standard: Custom / Non-Code
  • Outside Diameter: 6”–282”
  • Nominal Thickness: 10 GA–1½"
  • Materials: Carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other ferrous and non-ferrous metals
  • Custom Forming: Available

H2: What Are Dished-Only Tank Heads?

Dished-only tank heads are formed with a curved profile but without the straight flange found on traditional tank heads. This design makes them well suited for applications where only the dished section is needed, allowing fabricators to incorporate formed components into a variety of industrial products and assemblies. Their flexibility makes them a practical choice for reinforcement, structural components, protective liners, and specialized fabrication projects.

Key Attributes:

  • Curved profile without a flanged edge
  • Designed for a wide range of industrial fabrication applications
  • Available in custom diameters and thicknesses
  • Formed to meet project-specific requirements

Common Applications

  • Reinforcement pads for pressure vessels
  • Domed roofs for large storage tanks
  • Vacuum chambers
  • Wear plates
  • Protective liners
  • Custom fabricated industrial equipment

Frequently asked questions

What is a dished-only tank head?

A dished-only tank head is a formed metal component with a curved profile and no flanged edge. It is commonly used in industrial fabrication projects where only the dished portion of a head is required.

What materials are available?

Commercial Metal Forming manufactures dished-only heads in carbon steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other ferrous and non-ferrous metals based on application requirements.

What sizes can you manufacture?

Dished-only heads are available in diameters from 6” to 282”, with material thicknesses ranging from 10 gauge to 1½ inches.

Can dished-only heads be manufactured to custom specifications?

Yes. We manufacture dished-only heads in custom sizes, materials, and thicknesses to meet the specific needs of industrial fabrication, storage, and process equipment applications.

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