our capabilities

At Commercial Metal Forming, we don’t believe in one-size-fits-all forming. Instead, we align each project with the right method—balancing performance, material demands and cost efficiency. With one of the most comprehensive forming operations in North America, we bring versatility, precision and reliability to every job.

Over 300 SKU’S in stock and ready to ship from one of our 3 strategic distribution centers

tank head forming capabilities

From small precision jobs to heavy-duty industrial applications, we tailor each head to the demands of your application. Our forming capabilities span a wide range of diameters, materials and thicknesses—executed with consistency.

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Tank head bevel process
Machine cutting sheet metal

service types

cold forming

Cold Forming for Mid-Sized Heads

Our die-formed cold process is ideal for tank heads up to 72” in diameter and .500” thick.

• Best for carbon steel, stainless and aluminum

• Produces clean finishes with tighter tolerances

• CMF is the only U.S. tank head manufacturer capable of cold forming at this size and gauge

cold forming

Large-Diameter Forming

Our dished and flanged (bump & spun) process supports heads up to 300” in diameter and 1.5” thick.

• Minimal tooling delays

• Ideal for short-run or flexible-size projects

• Available at all three CMF facilities

high pressure forming

high-pressure and hot forming

Our hot-forming capabilities support heads up to 48” in diameter and 2” thick — suited for pressure vessels used in extreme conditions.

• Built for durability and strength

• Supports high PSI applications

• Trusted in energy, petrochemical and safety sectors

flexible production

Flexible, Scalable Production

We operate multiple coil-fed lines and 2,000-ton presses across the U.S., supported by cellular manufacturing and equipment redundancy.

• Fast turnaround with scalable production

• Reduces bottlenecks and lead time

• Strategic plant locations for regional support

What Sets Our Capabilities Apart?

We’re equipped and engineered for flexibility. At CMF, our strength lies in adapting to your specs, scale and schedule without compromise.

• Method Matching: We don’t force a process. We recommend the one that best suits your application.
• Unmatched Range: We accommodate everything from small-batch parts to large-scale production.
• Real Expertise: We don’t just run the machines. We know the materials, tolerances and certification standards that define quality work in your industry.

“Their flexibility in production and commitment to precision has been a game changer for our operations.”

— Lead Buyer, Industrial Manufacturing Firm

ready to talk capabilities

Whether you have a detailed spec or just a rough idea of what you need, we’re here to help. Our team will walk you through the right forming options for your application.

Contact us today and discover why we are recognized as an industry leader in product quality and customer service.