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Metalworking Fluid & Hidden Costs
The metalworking fluid (coolant) cost should account for 1% of the total cost of the machining process (the other costs when producing parts on a machine tool include the machine cost, material cost, tooling costs, labour costs, energy costs and others). 1% is a small percentage but if the incorrect
Shutdown Preparation: What to do with your used Metalworking Fluid (coolant)
The shutdown period which typically runs for three weeks over the Christmas period is a time for relaxing and recharging the batteries after many long hours of production and stress. For many CNC machine shop owners, they have the following options: Cleaning the CNC machines and disposing of the fluid
The Importance Of Viscosity And Additives In Lubrication Recommendations
A customer that machines cast aluminium runs a high-speed drilling operation utilising a low viscosity neat cutting oil. The product in use has a viscosity of 10 cSt with chlorine as the extreme pressure additive (EPA). Chlorine is highly regarded for its excellent characteristics as an EPA and is widely
Hydracut – One solution for your machine
The global trend in production facilities is rationalisation. Rationalisation of processes and the number of products required to run a process. Machines are being made to work harder and the requirement for lubrication has increased too. Increasing Demand for Lubrication in Hardworking Machines A survey completed recently found that 73%
Which Lubricants To Use For Industrial Compressors
Compressors are fascinating machines that harness different forms of energy and transform them into valuable mechanical energy. While various types of compressors exist, their fundamental mission remains consistent: elevating the pressure of a specific gas by reducing its volume. In order for optimal performance and longevity to be ensured, it
Industrial Gearbox Oil Recommendation
A gearbox is a mechanical piece of machinery that is designed to transfer energy from one device to another and is used to increase/decrease torque while reducing/increasing speed. There are many different types of gearboxes in use today, which can be broadly differentiated into industrial gearboxes and automotive gearboxes. This
Engine Coolant (Antifreeze) Facts You Need To Know
Internal combustion engines have been known to be inefficient when it comes to converting fuel into usable energy. This is owing to the fact that 50% of the heat generated is lost as heat energy. This is where engine coolant comes in, also known as. The following blog will be
Metalworking Fluids And Water Quality: Dissolved Salts And How They Influence MWF Emulsions
Did you know that the type of water used in metalworking processes matters? To elaborate, the quality of water used can impact the performance of the emulsion. This blog will delve deeper into why the quality of water used in metalworking is crucial. Water Based Metalworking Fluids Water-based Metalworking fluids
Three contaminants of Metal Working Fluids (MWF)
Three contaminants of Metal Working Fluids Water-based metalworking fluids are essential for effective metalworking processes. They contain a blend of crucial components, including pH buffers, lubricants (such as paraffinic, naphthenic, ester, and Extreme Pressure), emulsifiers, corrosion inhibitors, microbicides, anti-foam additives, and water. By combining these components in the right ratio
Advantages and Disadvantages of the various Base oil groups
In the early 1990s, the American Petroleum Institute (API) produced a system to categorize the various types of Base Oils being produced. This organization listed 5 possible groups namely Group I, II, III, IV, and V. The most common group (Group I) was traditionally used throughout the industry and was
Fire Resistant Hydraulic Oils FAQ’s
What does flame propagation mean? This is the “combustible wave” that moves from the initial point of ignition towards the source of the combustible mixture. The combustible mixture can be any combustible fluid for example petrol, mineral oil, and organic solvents. Which class of fire-resistant hydraulic oil provides the
What is Fire Resistant Hydraulic Oils?
Hydraulic systems are power-transmitting systems that function by utilising pressurized liquid as a fluid for transmitting energy to produce movement. Hydraulics are one of the most efficient ways to create movement of loads on a repeatable basis. There are many examples of hydraulic systems in everyday life which include in vehicles and many
How to select the correct “Neat Cutting Oil”
Neat cutting oils are generally manufactured using mineral base oils and a selection of performance-enhancing additives. These products are used as supplied and should not be mixed with other fluids. Normally, these products are used in applications where a “water soluble” type coolant may not be suitable due to a
How does Water Affect Metalworking Fluid?
Water plays a significant role on the performance of a metalworking fluid. Water acts as the carrier of the metalworking fluid mix (coolant) and makes up between 85% – 95% of the coolant and thus the cleanliness of the water if very important. Water can contain many different contaminants and
Engine Oil, Additives and Viscosity Grades Explained
Definition of a Good Engine Oil: The most essential thing that is used in car services is engine oils. Engine, or motor oil, is designed to lubricate the inner components of internal combustion engines while protecting them against corrosion and keeping them cool while in use. An Engine oil consists
