Kurth + Heuser: Precise edge processing for container construction and durable weld seams
Kurth + Heuser develops and produces specialized machines for processing hollow sheet metal parts, which are used in a wide range of industries. With customized solutions, the company offers high-quality edge processing and forming machines as well as production systems that combine precision and efficiency. Kurth + Heuser relies on innovative technologies, including servo-electric and servo-hydraulic systems, to meet the requirements of different material thicknesses and shapes. Customers benefit from many years of expertise and versatile machine configurations that can be individually tailored.
Innovative solutions in tank construction: stainless steel and precise edge processing for durable hot water tanks
The use of stainless steel is constantly increasing in modern tank construction, especially for hot water tanks and boilers. Stainless steel offers high corrosion resistance compared to other materials and is ideal for use in areas that come into contact with water. However, in order to meet the special requirements for welding the components, they must be prepared precisely. Kurth + Heuser has developed a special process to machine the edges of the stainless steel components flat and at a 90-degree angle. This precise edge processing minimizes the risk of interfering edges and ensures high-quality, corrosion-resistant welding without material loss.
Optimized machines for perfect edge processing and precise welding
For container construction, Kurth + Heuser offers specialized machine solutions that can be configured horizontally or vertically depending on the project requirements. This flexibility enables the efficient processing of both long container shells and end bases. Thanks to various drive systems such as servo-electric, servo-hydraulic and pneumatic options, the machine can be optimally adapted to the material thickness and application. Servo-hydraulics are preferred for thicker wall thicknesses in particular, which require greater stability, while the more cost-effective pneumatic version is often used for thinner materials. The adaptability of the machines guarantees component preparation for butt welding at the highest level.
Additional material and precise edge design for seamless laser welding
The technology developed by Kurth + Heuser makes it possible to accumulate material at the edges of the components in a targeted manner, creating an additional material thickness. This is particularly advantageous for laser-only welding, as the additional material can be used to create a continuous and stable weld seam. This technique prevents the weld seam from sinking in, which is particularly important for pressure vessels, as strict standards for tightness and stability apply here. Kurth + Heuser thus offers an integrated solution that not only provides optimum component preparation but also meets the quality requirements for container production in sensitive application areas.
