Our Automated Tank End Forming Technology is designed for manufacturers who demand consistent geometry, stable cycle-to-cycle results, and throughput that holds up in real production. The objective is simple: reduce variability, shorten setup time, and deliver repeatable tank ends at scale, without relying on tribal knowledge to keep parts in tolerance.
At the core of the system is the I-PRESS® Servo Hydro controller, integrating forming motion, pressure, and production data into a single, coordinated control environment. This unified approach makes the process predictable from first hit to finished part:
Automation is engineered into the process flow from the outset, not added as an afterthought. The forming sequence remains consistent regardless of shift or operator, resulting in fewer quality excursions, reduced rework, and a clearer path to sustained, higher output over time.
The platform supports a broad range of tank end styles used in industrial tank and pressure vessel applications. Automated forming configurations are tailored to the part family and production objectives:
Servo-hydraulic control allows precise management of force, speed, and position throughout each stage of the forming cycle. Instead of relying on a single fixed press approach, the system applies controlled transitions that improve formability, reduce process variability, and maintain consistent results across changing material lots.
Power is used only when and where it’s required. Rather than running continuously at full output, energy consumption aligns with actual forming work. This reduces wasted energy during non-pressing portions of the cycle and improves efficiency, particularly in operations with frequent recipe changes or varied part families.
The I-PRESS Servo Hydro controller provides real-time insight into the forming process, enabling teams to validate cycles, detect drift, and troubleshoot quickly:
The system is designed with safety architecture aligned to modern press safety expectations, supporting a safer operating environment without compromising productivity. Final safeguarding and compliance requirements depend on the complete cell design, plant standards, and automation scope, and should be reviewed during the application and integration phase.
From pressure vessels to industrial tanks, this automated tank end forming platform delivers dependable performance today while preserving flexibility for future needs. New part recipes, evolving process strategies, and expanded data requirements can be integrated over time—making the system easier to scale, easier to support, and easier to keep consistent as production demands grow.
📞 Reach out to Team Sutherland to learn more:
Email: Info@SutherlandPresses.com
Phone: +1-310-453-6981
Our Automated Tank End Forming Technology is designed for manufacturers who demand consistent geometry, stable cycle-to-cycle results, and throughput that holds up in real production. The objective is simple: reduce variability, shorten setup time, and deliver repeatable tank ends at scale, without relying on tribal knowledge to keep parts in tolerance.
