From Metal to Motion

Advanced Industrial Process Fluids for Transportation Component Manufacturing

From plunger and die lubrication to finished, protected parts, Quaker Houghton delivers fluid solutions, digital monitoring, and on-site expertise across every stage of automotive component manufacturing. Better quality. Higher throughput. Real sustainability outcomes.

Solutions For Automotive Components

Why Quaker Houghton?

One Partner. Every Stage. Measurable Results.

Quaker Houghton combines high-performance fluids, real-time digital intelligence, and application expertise to optimize every step of your production chain. Combined with QH FLUIDCARE™ on site service programs, these factors maximize process output while minimizing cost per unit produced.

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Improve Parts Quality

Precise fluid selection for every application, standardized with QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™ to deliver repeatable, OEM-level quality.

Reduce Fluid Consumption

Real-time monitoring identifies waste patterns and optimizes usage — lowering total operating costs without sacrificing output.

Minimize Rework

Automated fluid condition control keeps processes consistent, reducing defects, rework, and unplanned downtime.

lower energy costs

Lower Energy Costs

Optimized process parameters, low-temperature cleaning technologies, and scrap reduction deliver measurable energy savings.

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Maximize Safety

Fire-resistant fluids, risk assessments, and site-specific safety protocols keep you protected and compliant.

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Advance Sustainability Goals

Reduce mineral oil dependency and minimize waste, consumption, and health hazards — without compromising performance.

Internal Combustion Engine Manufacturing

Producing high-performance engine components demands precision at every stage. Quaker Houghton delivers end-to-end fluid solutions across the full ICE and Hybrid Electric Vehicles (HEVs) value chain: die casting, forging, machining, cleaning and surface preparation. Our advanced fluids increase productivity, improve dimensional accuracy, and extend long-term component reliability.

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Aluminum Wheels Solutions for Lightweight Performance

Quaker Houghton’s fluid portfolio covers every step of aluminum wheel production, with purpose-built solutions at each stage. HFDU and HFC fluids handle die casting with proven fire resistance and thermal stability, while specialized coolants, cleaners, and impregnation sealants carry parts through the remaining stages, surface treatment ready.

Performance Benefits:

  • Reduced cycle times
  • OEM compliant surface finish quality
  • Extended tool life and reduced downtime
  • Lower maintenance costs
  • Consistent dimensional accuracy

Performance Benefits:

  • Optimized high pressure die casting cycle times
  • Stable coolants enabling coolant recovery and waste reduction
  • Elimination of scrap from porosity related defects
  • Surface quality meeting ICE and EV specifications
  • Reduced energy consumption through automated fluid monitoring

Aluminum Housings Solutions for Precision Parts

The right supplier must deliver deep, integrated expertise at every stage of the aluminum housing manufacturing process.

Quaker Houghton provides high-performance die release agents and precision machining fluids to enable the most complex die cast component production, together with cleaners and best-in-class porosity sealing solutions that provide a permanent seal to micro porosity and leak paths. Global R&D centers and application engineers back every recommendation.

QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™

Digitally Optimizing Fluid Performance

  • Measures critical fluid parameters continuously
  • Automates control to maintain optimal conditions
  • Provides actionable data-driven insights to reduce cost and risk. Allowing you to optimize your processes.

QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™

Digitally Optimizing Fluids & Processes

  • Real-time monitoring and automated controls maximize output

  • Predictive maintenance reduces downtime and repairs

  • Data-driven insights drive competitive advantage

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Ready to Optimize Your
Component Manufacturing?

Partner with Quaker Houghton to transform your transportation component production with proven fluid solutions and expert support. Whether you’re looking to enhance existing processes or explore new manufacturing capabilities, our team of application specialists is ready to deliver customized solutions that drive measurable results for your operations.