QH Quantol™ and the Power of Four: A Practical Methodology for Grease Selection
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Case Study: Automotive (QH FLUIDCONTROL™ XMS)
Case Study: Automotive (QH FLUIDCONTROL™ XMS)
Case Study: Automotive (QH FLUIDCONTROL™ XMS)
Since the 1970’s, Quaker Houghton has been a significant supplier of forging process fluids. With every transition, we have been there: solving problems, reducing costs, and improving every step of the process – in plants worldwide.
Case Study: Automotive (QH FLUIDCONTROL™ XMS)
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Case Study: QH AQUAQUENCH™ 251
Technical Data Sheet: QH EVERBLOCK™ A 8905
Case Study: QH EVERBLOCK™ A 8905
Technical Data Sheet: QH EVERBLOCK™ A 3600
Case Study: QH EVERBLOCK™ A 3600
Technical Data Sheet: HOUGHTO-DRAW® 140-15
Brochure: Surface Finishing Overview (EN-AM)
Technical Data Sheet: QH COSMOLUBRIC® B 230
Technical Data Sheet: QH COSMOLUBRIC® B 220
Brochure: Global Core Grease Product Brochure
White Paper: Understanding Slab Refusals in Aluminum Hot Rolling: Causes and Solutions
Brochure: Heat Treatment (EN-MX)
Brochure: Metalworking 2024 (EN-GL)
Since the 1970’s, Quaker Houghton has been a significant supplier of forging process fluids. With every transition, we have been there: solving problems, reducing costs, and improving every step of the process – in plants worldwide.
Product Line Card: Maintenance Cleaner
Technical Data Sheet: QH FLUIDCONTROL™ GL
Technical Data Sheet: QH FLUIDMONITOR™ RM
Technical Data Sheet: QH FLUIDCONTROL™ XMS
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Metalworking - Heat Treatment: Distortion Reduction on Automotive Pinion Gears | QH-MARTEMP1340 (formerly MAR-TEMP 355)
QUAKER HOUGHTON DIE CASTING PRODUCT SELECTION: INTERPRETING A DIE LUBRICANT EVALUATION REPORT
Die Casting: Reduced Blistering and Spray Time Die Casting Automotive Structural Castings
QUINTOLUBRIC® 888 46 was designed to replace anti-wear, mineral oil-based hydraulic fluids used in applications where fire hazards exist. QUINTOLUBRIC® 888 46 can also be used in environmentally sensitive hydraulic applications without compromising the overall hydraulic system operations.
QUINTOLUBRIC® 888 68 was designed to replace anti-wear, mineral oil-based hydraulic fluids used in applications where fire hazards exist. QUINTOLUBRIC® 888 68 can also be used in environmentally sensitive hydraulic applications without compromising the overall hydraulic system operations.
HOUGHTO-SAFE 1130® is a phosphate ester fluid that is approved for operation in all types of pumps and associated hydraulic components. It combines fire resistance with excellent lubricating properties and is Factory Mutual Approved.
QH HOUGHTOSAFE™ 1120 is a phosphate ester fluid that is approved for operation in most types of pumps and associated hydraulic components.
ACTIVOL® 1803, a joint offering from Harry Miller Corporation and Quaker Houghton is the premier additive for hydrochloric acid pickling baths in steel mills. It fulfills all the requirements of a good pickling inhibitor: descaling, high efficiency, durability, rinsability, reduced acid consumption, fume reduction and uniformly pickled surfaces.
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RAINKOTE® NC is a stain preventing additive for rinse systems after hydrochloric or sulfuric acid pickling operations. It is an acidic product possessing corrosion protection and wetting.
ACTISPEED® 600 provides the highest level of base metal protection without sacrificing line speeds.
QH EVERBLOCK 1803 is the most efficient member of a line of hydrochloric acid pickling bath additives for continuous hydrochloric picklers, including deep bath conventional, and shallow bath dynamic systems.
QH FLUIDCONTROL 200 can monitor and control water-miscible metalworking fluids, including metal removal fluids, aqueous quenchants, water glycol hydraulic fluids, and water based offshore fluids. It is also recommended for use to support field trials.
Our metalworking experts work closely with your team to solve complex manufacturing challenges. In an increasingly competitive industry, we are the partner you can trust to prepare you for the future based on extensive knowledge of your unique operating environment and goals. We provide on-site expertise that maximizes quality, performance and safety.
Electrical steel coatings are integral to the performance of electric motors, generators and transformers, restricting eddy current losses by insulating each sheet of steel within the lamination stack. Applying our expertise in silicon steel production, surface chemistry and downstream processing, Quaker Houghton offers a full range of non-grain oriented (NGO) electrical steel coatings including products to withstand annealing.
El QH FLUIDCAST™ MAX es un sistema centralizado mezclador de agua y desmoldante completamente automatizado con control PLC para mantener una estabilidad sin precedentes de la concentración y el suministro de lubricante a un gran número de líneas de fundición a presión.
En la actualidad la industria de fundición a presión enfrenta desafíos como nunca antes. Conforme el uso del acero fundido a alta presión se vuelve más amplio, los procesos se vuelven más eficientes y los requisitos de las piezas son más complejos. Los operadores buscan tiempos de ciclo más cortos, un menor consumo de lubricante de dados y la eliminación de defectos. En este momento tan crítico, somos el socio de largo plazo para las empresas de fundición a presión que buscan anticipar—y superar—dichos desafíos. Para enfrentar lo que se presente.
Product Line Card: Galvanize (ES-MX) | Quaker Houghton
En el proceso de tratamiento térmico, el enfriamiento se define como la extracción controlada de calor de un componente calentado para ser templado (o solubilizado para aleaciones no ferrosas). Desde el desarrollo del primer aceite de enfriamiento base petróleo alrededor de 1880 por Quaker Houghton, y la introducción de polímeros bioestable acuosos para aplicaciones de temple por inducción e inmersión, seguimos ofreciendo un portafolio completo que incluye aceites fríos, aceites calientes y polímeros sintéticos acuosos.
En la actualidad las empresas de acabado de metales enfrentan desafíos como nunca antes. Desde las crecientes exigencias de mayor calidad, protección contra la corrosión y seguridad, hasta aumentar la estética del producto, estos fabricantes deben operar de manera más eficiente que nunca. En este momento tan crítico, somos el socio de largo plazo para las empresas de acabado de metales que buscan anticipar—y superar—dichos desafíos. Nuestro mayor compromiso es ayudar a nuestros clientes de acabo de metales a operar de manera aún más eficiente y con mayor innovación. Para enfrentar lo que se presente.
A Case Study that centers on an automotive parts manufacturer testing QUINTOLUBRIC® 888 polyolester (HFD) fluids as a potential replacement for their current water glycol (HFC) fire- resistant hydraulic fluids being used to operate their die casting equipment.
DCR is an acronym for “dump, clean & recharge.” The phrase is applied to single sumps or central systems. It means that the time has come to replace the fluid whether it is a coolant, cleaner, stamping fluid or some other water- soluble product. While a DCR sounds simple and straight forward, there are things that have to be communicated to make sure that it is done properly and in a timely fashion. If a DCR is not conducted properly, valuable time and money may be wasted.
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Unsere Experten für die Metallverarbeitung arbeiten bei der Lösung komplexer Fertigungsfragen eng mit dem Team vor Ort zusammen. In einem immer stärker von Wettbewerb geprägten Umfeld bereiten wir Sie als verlässlicher Partner mit umfassenden Kenntnissen Ihrer besonderen Betriebsbedingungen und Ziele auf die Zukunft vor. Für ein Höchstmaß an Qualität, Leistung und Sicherheit bringen wir Kompetenz direkt zu Ihnen.
Metal işleme uzmanlarımız, karmaşık üretim zorluklarını çözmek üzere ekibinizle yakın işbirliği içinde çalışır. Giderek rekabetçi hale gelen sektörümüzde, kendine özgü işletme ortamınızı ve hedeflerinizi kapsamlı bir şekilde tanıyarak sizi geleceğe hazırlayan güvenilir bir iş ortağıyız. Kalite, performans ve güvenliği en üst düzeye çıkarmak için yerinde uzmanlık sağlıyoruz
Nuestro equipo de expertos en tecnología e industria trabaja en estrecha colaboración con su equipo para resolver los desafíos de fabricación más complejos. En una industria cada vez más competitiva, somos el socio en el que puede confiar para prepararse para el futuro gracias a un amplio conocimiento de su entorno operativo, así como de sus objetivos. Proporcionamos experiencia que maximiza la calidad, el rendimiento y la seguridad.
Nasi eksperci z zakresu obróbki metali ściśle współpracują z Państwa zespołem, aby rozwiązać złożone problemy produkcyjne. W coraz bardziej konkurencyjnej branży jesteśmy partnerem, któremu mogą Państwo zaufać i który przygotuje Państwa na przyszłość w oparciu o szeroką wiedzę na temat Państwa unikalnego środowiska operacyjnego i celów. Zapewniamy fachową wiedzę na miejscu, która maksymalizuje jakość, wydajność i bezpieczeństwo
Gli esperti di Quaker Houghton sono pronti a lavorare a stretto contatto con il team del cliente per risolvere le sfide di produzione più complesse. In un settore sempre più competitivo, Quaker Houghton rappresenta un partner affidabile che può affiancare il cliente nel percorso di innovazione e prepararlo al futuro analizzandone l’ambiente di lavoro e gli obiettivi. Gli esperti Quaker Houghton sono pronti a fornire competenze in loco per massimizzare la qualità, le prestazioni e la sicurezza
Nos experts en métallurgie coopèrent étroitement avec votre équipe pour résoudre les défis de fabrication complexes. Dans un secteur hautement concurrentiel, nous sommes le partenaire de confiance qui vous prépare pour le futur sur le fondement d'une connaissance exhaustive de votre environnement et de vos objectifs d'exploitation uniques. Nous offrons une expertise sur site qui maximise la qualité, les performances et la sécurité.
Building the future of mobility requires a full range of industrial process fluids that can meet your challenges. Partnering with Quaker Houghton means access to unmatched expertise, best-in-class technology and a comprehensive portfolio to move you forward. It also means having the support of an industry leader who’s committed to continuous innovation and environmental responsibility. Every day, we help customers solve their toughest industrial process challenges in nearly every arena — from passenger cars and two-wheelers to trucks and buses.
Quaker Houghton reviewed the customer’s issues and process requirements and developed HOUGHTO-DRAW® 140-15. HOUGHTO-DRAW® 140-15 is a low viscosity neat lubricant designed especially for automotive and component blanking, deep drawing, and forming of most ferrous and non-ferrous metals. This lubricant was chosen because of its superior lubrication relative to the incumbent product and compatibility with the customer’s application equipment and critical downstream processes
The QH FLUIDCONTROL WSC 3 is a fully automated measurement and dosing unit for the addition of up to 5 Quaker Houghton fluids into an aluminum beverage can washer.
The QH FLUIDCONTROL WSC 5 is a fully automated measurement and dosing unit for the addition of up to 5 Quaker Houghton process fluids into an aluminum beverage can washer.
CINDOL® 4680 contains a unique additive technology that provides friction modification at the die to metal surface interface. Quaker Houghton's technology lowers the coefficient of friction on aluminum alloys, copper alloys, titanium , magnesium , and stainless steels enabling improved drawing performance. The light oil film remaining on the rod or w ire after the drawing operation, prevents the wire from discoloration and protects during coiling, spooling or bunching operations
CINDOL® 2820 is a unique water soluble lubricant which has provided excellent results in both ferrous and non-ferrous metalworking operations, with the advantages of the CINDOL® "ND" additive.
QH EVEROLL™ A 9884 is a unique emulsion lubricant designed specifically for the Aluminium industry processes such as flat sheet and rod rolling processes. It has been developed to produce excellent metal surface quality and do not require any break–in period, performing as intended upon system charge.
Quaker Houghton recommended HOUGHTO- QUENCH C 1804, a new generation Synthetic High Performance quenching oil (SHP). This innovative quenching oils is 12 CST with still a high Flash point. Competitor oil was 24 CST. We double checked in our COE the ability to bring value for this project.
CLENE 301 is a blend of sulphuric acid and highly biodegradable surfactants designed to clean aluminium beverage cans in a spray process. CLENE 301 produces clean right cans with a reduced environmental footprint.
HOUGHTO-CLEAN® NPX is a highly concentrated mildly alkaline liquid emulsion soak cleaner formulated to remove general soils, oils, modern high-performance metalworking fluids, and shop dirt from aluminum extrusions prior to anodizing. HOUGHTO-CLEAN® NPX contains newer foam control technologies, allowing it to be used with vigorous air agitation or mechanical recirculation. HOUGHTO-CLEAN® NPX is formulated with ecologically-friendly alternatives to common cleaning components, minimizing environmental impact and maximizing user safety.
Learn how the world of die casting is rapidly evolving to meet ever-changing customer demands.
Technical Data Sheet: QH FLUIDMONITOR™ GREENLIGHT
Technical Data Sheet: QH FLUIDCONTROL 100
Technical Data Sheet: QH FLUIDCAST™ PLA100
QUAKER HOUGHTON: SMART POLYMER WHITE PAPER
Technical Data Sheet: DIE SLICK™ AH SERIES
Technical Data Sheet: DIE SLICK™ SX SERIES
Technical Data Sheet: DIE SLICK™ AF SERIES
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Quaker Houghton: Die Casting Segment Overview Brochure
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Technical Data Sheet: Houghtosafe 419 R
Technical Data Sheet: Quakertek AX 2515 EP
Technical Data Sheet: Quakertek LX 4615 EP
Technical Data Sheet: Quakertek CS 4615 EP3M
Technical Data Sheet: Quakertek CS 4615 EP
Quaker Houghton, a global leader in industrial process fluids, has developed a specialised approach to monitoring and managing the can washing process.
Can manufacturing companies face challenges today as never before. From the increasing demands for specialty cans and improved aesthetics to stringent compliance regulations and environmental concerns to ongoing requirements for sustainability and beverage taste protection, these companies must operate more efficiently and safely than ever. We are the long-term partner for can manufacturing companies seeking to overcome these challenges. Whatever comes next.
QUAKLEEN™ WASHFLOW 700 A LOW FOAMING MOBILITY ENHANCER
QUAKEROL® CLA 410 BIO ALUMINIUM CAN MAKING LUBRICANT
QUAKEROL® 530 MH ALUMINIUM CAN MAKING LUBRICANT
QUAKEROL® 530 MB is a high performance micro emulsion lubricant designed to run in D&I bodymaker coolant systems. It is a micro emulsion product that provides excellent lubrication, detergency and wetting characteristics. QUAKEROL® 530 MB represents a new generation of micro emulsion bodymaker coolants.
QUAKEROL® 27 B is a semi-synthetic neat oil. It consists of controlled activity difunctional polar additives in combination with a high lubricity ester.
QUAKEROL® 20-LVB is a high performance semi-synthetic neat oil. It consists of controlled activity difunctional polar additives in combination with a high lubricity ester
COR RINSE 70 is the latest development in mobility enhancers, a translucent liquid designed to aid the drying of aluminium cans and enhancing can surface mobility. COR RINSE 70 is specifically formulated to achieve low slip angles on highly etched & treated cans
Degradation of water-glycols (accelerated pH drop) has been observed in some DAT/N-Line systems. Such degradation includes the formation of sticky, high viscosity, black residues that contain metal fines.
HYDRAULIC FLUID SELECTION FOR MOTION COMPENSATOR SYSTEMS: In selecting a suitable hydraulic fluid for motion compensator systems on offshore drill ships and semi-submersibles, a fit-for-purpose product must be selected that offers both low environmental impact and eliminates risk of explosion due to compression-ignition in contact with high pressure air...
Solving Fluid Challenges At Their Deepest Level: Technology Overview for the Offshore Industry
HOCUT® 4260 is boron-free and form aldehyde-free emulsion technology which provides very long sum p-life. A special lubricity additive package gives enhanced machining performance and extends tool life com pared to conventional products...
Advancing global industry: Fluid Solutions for EV Cylindrical & Prismatic Battery Can Manufacturing
FLUIDOS HIDRAULICOS HFD-U RESISTENTES AL FUEGO: LINEA DE PRODUCTOS
Somos Quaker Houghton: Como líder mundial en fluidos de proceso industriales, seguimos mejorando e innovando para que nuestros clientes no pierdan la delantera en un mundo en continuo cambio...
Product Line Card: Metal Removal Neat Oils
Industrial Lubricants and Greases Reference Guide: Since the early 1900’s, Quaker Houghton has been a major supplier of process fluids. With every transition, we’ve been there: solving problems, reducing costs, and improving every step of the process - in plants around the world...
Globalny lider w rozwiązaniach związanych z płynami technologicznymi dla branży obróbki metalu.
Driving E-Mobility Forward: Fluid Solutions for E-Motor Housing, Shaft, and Lamination Manufacturing
Advancing global industry: Fluid Solutions for EV Cylindrical & Prismatic Battery Can Manufacturing
Globalny lider w zakresie rozwiązań związanych z płynami technologicznymi dla branży odlewania ciśnieniowego.
DESCALE 59 is a concentrated acid liquid, which will remove weld burn, rust, heat scale, and corrosion products from ferrous metal parts. DESCALE 59 can be used in an immersion system or a spray system. DESCALE 59 can remove oxides formed from laser and plasma cut steel. The DESCALE 59 treated parts will be prepared for further processing with a surface conversion or a rust preventative application for future processing...
DESCALE 62 is an acidic liquid designed to clean and deoxidize ferrous metal surfaces in a spray or immersion system. DESCALE 62 will thoroughly remove oxidation in preparation of iron phosphate, zinc phosphate or zirconium oxide surface treatment. Using the DESCALE 62 laser oxide treatment in conjunction with the surface treatment will provide excellent adhesion and corrosion resistance...
DESCALE NP is a concentrated acid liquid that will remove rust, heat scale, and corrosion products from ferrous metal parts. DESCALE NP can be used in an immersion system or a spray system. DESCALE NP can remove oxides formed from laser and plasma cut steel. The DESCALE NP treated parts will be prepared for further processing with a surface conversion or a rust preventative application for future processing...
DESCALE 54 is a concentrated acid liquid that will remove rust, heat scale, and corrosion products from ferrous metal parts without applied heat. DESCALE 54 can be used in an immersion system or a spray system...
DESCALE 56 is a concentrated acid liquid that will remove oil, rust, heat scale, and corrosion products from ferrous metal parts. DESCALE 56 can remove oxides formed from laser and plasma cut steel. DESCALE 56 was developed to maintain activity as dissolved iron builds in the operating bath...
DESCALE 57 is a concentrated acid liquid that will remove oil, rust, heat scale, and corrosion products from ferrous metal parts. DESCALE 57 can remove oxides formed from laser and plasma cut steel. DESCALE 57 was developed to maintain activity as dissolved iron builds in the operating bath...
DESCALE 92 is an inhibited acid in liquid form, used to remove water scale from the cleaner section and iron or zinc phosphate scale from the treatment zone of a power spray washer...
The Global Leader in Process Fluid Solutions for the Aerospace Industry. Aerospace companies face challenges today as never before. Under growing pressure to increase productivity and throughput, reduce environmental impact, they are also dealing with new highly engineered materials creating new requirements in manufacturing processes and metalworking fluids. At this critical point in time, we are the long-term partner for manufacturers seeking to anticipate and overcome these challenges...
Aerospace companies face challenges today as never before. Under growing pressure to increase productivity and throughput, reduce environmental impact, they are also dealing with new highly engineered materials creating new requirements in manufacturing processes and metalworking fluids.
Quaker Houghton earned an opportunity to conduct a trial on this mill following the successful conversion of four rod to strip mills in the same facility. The customer was appreciative of Quaker Houghton’s technical service and analytical support during the strip mill conversions and understood that these benefits would transition nicely to the aluminum rod production operations.
Powering the Future: Quaker Houghton Rod & Wire Brochure
Quaker Houghton’s activities. The guidelines take a cradle to gate approach, in line with the corporate sustainability goals, while not neglecting cradle to grave effects. They are meant to guide, not dictate, and should always be placed in the context of specific product lines and/or technologies
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Protecting Your Competitive Advantage: Core Metal Protection Products for North America
The warm temperatures of Spring are always a welcomed change; however, along with warmer weather comes higher temperatures, higher humidity and, unfortunately, rust. Learn more about Quaker Houghton rust-prevention additives
Learn how a global OEM manufacturing aerospace wing ribs in North America was able to installing 6 new CNC machines in their facility with QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™
Complete line of fire resistant hydraulic fluids for industrial applications
Quaker Houghton’s complete portfolio of QUINTOLUBRIC® engineered solutions provide world class HFD-U technology to meet the lubrication requirements of high performance hydraulic equipment
Quaker Houghton's complete line of die casting solutions
Comprehensive cleaning solutions for industrial applications
Explore Quaker Houghton's complete line of aluminum process fluids
Products for the Rod and Wire Industry
Explore Quaker Houghton's comprehensive line of heat treatment solutions
Quaker Houghton Product Offerings for Metal Cleaning
Metal Removal Fluids are a critical component in metalworking processes.
A complete overview of our Metalworking Fluid Solutions
Quaker Houghton is a major supplier of process fluids to the steel industries. Along every transition, we’ve been there: solving problems, reducing costs, and improving every step of the process - in plants around the world. And now, we’re bringing even more to the field.
As a member of the American Chemistry Council we believe that chemistry plays an integral role in solving our world’s sustainability challenges. Guided by our core values we are committed to environmental, social, environmental progress.
Quaker Houghton focuses on providing solutions that keep our customers moving forward. Our products are formulated with additives that provide not only superior engineering performance but also best-in-class environmental compliance.
Quaker Houghton full product line of offshore solutions
Our value proposition is based on advanced technology and unmatched performance.
The Forging industry has been influenced by increasing environmental regulations, evolving customer demands, and the need to increase the productivity and efficiency of the whole manufacturing process chain.
The Challenge: parameters such as dies and punches life, the quantity of lubricant used by forged part as well as the productivity and the exact cost of each forged part.
The Challenge: To be competitive in a challenging market, the customer asked Quaker Houghton to analyze the possibilities of enhancing productivity and reduce overall cost.
The Challenge: The customer is a global engineering and manufacturing company, dedicated to delivering mass production solutions for mobility.
The Challenge: The customer is one of the largest international automotive suppliers in the area of steel and aluminum forging as well as subsequent machining.
The Challenge: One of the world leader in manufacturing seat components planned to have a die lubricant for the newly developed hot forming technology.
Due to its desirable mechanical properties, compacted graphite iron (CGI) has been used to replace conventional gray cast iron (CI) in various applications, such as automotive engine blocks and cylinder heads.
Our chemists have a vast knowledge formulating cleaners for even the toughest applications. We understand your complex operations and know where in your process a cleaning stage will optimize your productivity
Steel companies face challenges today as never before. Heightened competition. The threat of disruption. Cost and regulatory pressures. The need to adapt to ever changing technology.
Complete range of greases to outperform under the most demanding conditions
The QUAKERTIN™ MSA tin plating process represents the latest technology for applying tin to steel substrates for the packaging industry.
Quaker Houghton has leading-edge fluid technologies, innovative, integrated process equipment solutions and superior technical service to optimize your operations and increase profitability.
Since the 1930’s, Quaker Houghton has been a major supplier of process fluids to the steel and aluminum industry. With every transition, we’ve been there: solving problems, reducing costs, and improving every step of the process - in plants around the world. And now, we’re bringing even more to the field.
Learn about aluminum anodizing, the technology that makes aluminum look like aluminum and stay in good shape, in things from window frames and jet planes to your iPhone.
Project & Plant Management, Energy & Utilities and Environmental Technologies
A global OEM manufacturing automotive steel and aluminum body components for both EV and ICE vehicles in North America was experiencing problems with their forming operation.
Rust and corrosion are the naturally occurring enemies of machined parts. Moisture, oxygen, dirt and residues from other metalworking fluids can cause serious damage. Quaker Houghton’s complete line of solvent, oil and water-based, and grease/wax corrosion preventives protect metal parts during production and in storage, both indoor and outdoor.
Anodizing and paint pre-treatment give aluminum both needed corrosion resistance and improved finish appearance. The anodic coating provides outstanding corrosion resistance that an be used with several attractive decorative colors.
Quality of anodized aluminum, both mechanical and aesthetic, is affected by a number of parameters. Two parameters that have larger effects on finish and quality are anodize temperature and current density.
A major European steel cold rolling customer had unstable concentration measurements while using online sensors of the cold rolling emulsion system.
Aerospace companies face challenges today as never before. Under growing pressure to increase productivity and throughput, reduce environmental impact, they are also dealing with new highly engineered materials creating new requirements in manufacturing processes and metalworking fluids.
Since the breakthrough of the two-piece DWIcan, in particular for beverages in the 1970s, there has been tremendous technical developmentof the process.
A US based global Tier I supplier to the automotive industry utilizes Quaker Houghton aqueous quenchants for their induction hardening processes.
One of the world’s largest suppliers of landing gear for commercial, military and business aircraft and other advanced aerospace and defense products was looking to improve production cost while maintaining or improving product quality.
A producer of aluminum clad alloys was experiencing problems in their rolling process in which gray line defects were detected on their coils with their existing rolling oil supplier.
A major Chinese aluminum company producing 3xxx and 4xxx series aluminum alloy clad coils had problems with their current supplier of rolling oil. Issues encountered were: • Bacterial issues in the coolant • Unstable surface quality in their battery material coils • Appearance of black lines in the aluminum
A manufacturer of aluminum sheets and coils requires high quality standards at all levels due to a focus on aerospace applications. In the breakdown mill process, a soap based emulsion was causing issues including: • Stains on the rolled aluminum • Dirt buildup in the mill • Tankside additives needed Additionally, the company did not have any product support from their supplier.
Dust can create problems that impact operational efficiency, impair visibility, increase accident risk, and have detrimental effects on the health of workers and the environment. To address these issues, companies in different industries use water as a dust suppression, which is a continuous and costly activity. Communities and regulatory agencies are putting pressure on companies to improve their methods of dust suppression because of the many problems dust is likely to generate.
In order to support machine restart, Quaker Houghton has established the simple procedure and additive selection shown below. This supplements our Skill Builder document on Extended Shutdown.
Anodizing and paint pre-treatment give aluminum both needed corrosion resistance and improved finish appearance. The anodic coating provides outstanding corrosion resistance that can be used with several attractive decorative colors. Quaker Houghton’s paint pre-treatment provides an excellent base for most kinds of paints including liquid and powder alternatives.
Metal Removal Fluids are a critical component in metalworking processes. Acting as a lubricant and coolant, these fluids reduce friction between the work¬piece and the machine tool. This diminishes frictional heat while removing the heat produced minimizing the problems associated with heat build-up including tool life and productivity.
WOCO® AW hydraulic oils are fully inhibited hydraulic oils designed for service in piston, vane or gear pumps operating at pressures over 1000 psi and/or speeds over 1200 rpm. The AW hydraulic series contain anti-wear, rust, oxidation and foam inhibitors, and exhibit excellent water separating characteristics. These oils meet or exceed the requirements of the pump manufacturers that do not prohibit the use of zinc additives.
A global supplier of custom die cast parts across various industries was having serious problems with their machining coolant. This U.S. based customer was experiencing foul odors in the sumps while operators were suffering from dermatitis. The competitive product was also leaving residue on the machines and parts described by the operators as a “greasy” film.
Quaker Houghton wanted to show that QUINTOLUBRIC® 814-02 could not only meet these requirements but also reduce costs through increased productivity and reduced downtime and maintenance requirements.
Quaker Houghton also provided an engineering solution for Bridger’s mixing system, which was producing low mix ratios. Quaker Houghton was able to identify and fix the problem. Even at low mix concentrations, QUINTOLUBRIC® 814-01 did not separate, scum or show signs of bacterial growth.
CONSHOHOCKEN, PA (August 1, 2019) /PRNewswire/ Quaker Chemical Corporation and Houghton International have combined to create Quaker Houghton (NYSE: KWR), the global leader in industrial process fluids to the primary metals and metalworking markets. Along with the new name, the company revealed a new logo and brand representing the combined companies. The company will continue to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange and trade under the "KWR" ticker symbol.
As your long-term partner in anticipating and overcoming challenges, we never stop testing, refining and innovating to deliver ever better, more effective solutions. Now with even broader R&D capabilities. Expanded industry expertise. A larger portfolio of products and solutions. So you can move forward with confidence―whatever comes next.
The systems that are used to mix and deliver die lubricant to die cast machines vary between facilities and process, but typically consist of the same general components.
The following actions are recommended to help maintain system integrity during extended shutdown periods.
Quaker Houghton focuses on providing customer solutions that reduce waste, energy, water usage, and chemical consumption, while improving operational processes and tool life, and supporting safe work environments. These are several highlights of how we’ve helped our customers reduce total cost of ownership, improve performance and process, and lower their ecological impacts.
Upon surveying the customer’s operations, the Quaker Houghton team determined that the rusting resulted from an uneven coating with an inconsistent adhesion throughout the length of the pipe. The optimized use of QUAKERCOAT® 547 and the prompt and in-depth service and technical support impressed the plant personnel.
Maximum fire resistance, enhanced job site safety, reduced downtime, lower maintenance costs
QUAKERCOOL® 770 is a high-performance mineral oil free micro-emulsion ideally suited to all operations demanding premium surface finish quality and consistent lubrication. Best suited for the machining of ferrous metals including stainless steels and other high-nickel, high-chromium ferrous alloys.
Our value proposition is based on advanced technology and unmatched performance. We take a solution driven approach comprised of world-class products and services to reduce operating costs, improve productivity, increase product quality and strengthen our customers’ competitive advantage.
Cleaning compound designed to economically remove quench oils between quenching and tempering operations. It has excellent oil splitting capabilities allowing for the reclaiming of both cleaner and oil and extending bath life. Try our biostable version, CERFA-KLEEN® 178
The hot strip mill in steel plants encounters some of the most severe conditions as far as lubrication is concerned especially on the work roll and roller table bearings as mention in the tables to the right
Material compatibility can vary with mfgs. grade, lubricant grade, applied temp., and strain. Quaker Houghton recommends that design engineers test all synthetic lubricants with any plastic or elastomeric component to ensure compatibility in their application. Consult Quaker Houghton for more information.
Material compatibility can vary with mfgs. grade, lubricant grade, applied temp., and strain. Quaker Houghton recommends that design engineers test all synthetic lubricants with any plastic or elastomeric component to ensure compatibility in their application. Consult Quaker Houghton for more information.
With demands for increasing productivity and reducing part manufacturing costs, while minimizing the impact on the environment, it comes as no surprise that today’s modern day metalworking fluids have to work harder and last longer while continuing to operate under ever-increasing extreme temperatures and pressures.
Quaker Houghton has one standalone PRAB VM-12/SPC Mono-A-Vacuum Filtration System, available for Metal Removal Customer trials. The unit is available for use upon execution of the equipment loan agreement.
Ronald Knecht (hydraulic fluids expert) and Jon Brown (mining expert) from Quaker Houghton, discuss the pros and cons of alternative mineral oil-based hydraulic fluids that reduce the risk of fire hazards in mining operations.
The Quaker Houghton team worked closely with the customer to better understand their production process and analyze the structure of the casting. Quaker Houghton recommended DIE SLICK® AD 32 as a solution. This product was chosen because it does not contain wax, and has good film-forming performance at high tempera¬tures.
Quaker Houghton recommended POLY SLICK™ 76-P 1.0 – 1.5 mm plunger beads. This solution was chosen because plunger beads create less carbon build-up than traditional plunger lubricants, resulting in cleaner working environments. Also, POLY SLICK™ 76-P demonstrates strong adherence to the plunger tip, extends tip and sleeve life with excellent boundary lubrication, and reduces cycle times.
First, Quaker Houghton helped the manufacturer to understand the advantages of changing from water glycol (HFC) fluids to polyol ester (HFD-U) fluids. These advantages include
Quaker Houghton’s QUINTOLUBRIC® polyol ester HFD-U fluids are fire-resistant hydraulic fluids that do not contain water. HFD fluids are usually based on synthetic base stocks or esters that combine reasonable to good fire-resistant properties with excellent lubrication performance. HFD fluids are designed to operate in oil hydraulic equipment.
One automotive parts supplier decided to take the necessary actions to stop these events from happening, and engaged different departments within their organization to look for a solution.
To help improve operations, QUINTOLUBRIC® 888-46 was introduced as a potential replacement. First, Quaker Houghton helped the account to understand the advantages of changing from water glycol (HFC) fluids to QUINTOLUBRIC® 888-46 (polyol ester based HFD-U).
Quaker Houghton reviewed the customers objectives and developed a new invert emulsion plunger lubricant to meet their needs. Quaker Houghton’s invert emulsion technology consists of water based plunger lubricants with oil; the water burns off leaving only the amount of oil needed for optimum lubrication.
Quaker Houghton introduced QUAKERDRAW® 73 XP in one drawing line. After seven months the manufacturer experienced improved lubrication, resulting in
Verkol Lubricants, a Quaker Houghton Company, assessed the mill’s situation, and introduced QUAKERTEK™ LX 4602- EPE, a lithium complex grease, reducing bearing failures to 5-6 a year. After 8 years of using QUAKERTEK™ LX 4602-EPE, the mill wanted to run a trial with the main purpose of optimizing grease consumption without causing wear problems, and also to
The mill was currently using a competitor’s Lithium based grease, and Quaker Houghton suggested converting to QUAKERTEK™ CS 4015-EP, a Calcium Sulfonate Complex grease for the trial. The initial fill of the QUAKERTEK™ CS 4015-EP was reduced 15% compared to the lithium based grease.
Quaker Houghton reviewed the operations at the lumber producer and recommended BIOSAFE CON 46/68 W, a high-performance conveyor oil, based on the following
Quaker Houghton’s team of experts in the product development laboratory performed extensive studies in the development of QUAKERAL® 350, a GEN III, secondary amine free product for the customer. QUAKERAL® 350 met all of the customer’s requirements and their 6 systems were converted to the coolant. Quaker Houghton was able to decrease system usage and eliminate downtime. In the past, the filters would rapidly fail due to high microbiological activity in several of the systems. Partial dumps would be required to get these departments running again. No additives have been required to maintain the systems and the customer has been very happy with the cost and process improvements.
QUAKERCUT® 020 XP is a high performance neat cutting oil based on advanced ester technology from renewable raw materials. It is particularly suited for heavy-duty metalworking operations in ferrous and non ferrous materials. The high polarity gives optimal wetting and lubricating properties ensuring high surface finish quality and improved tool life. Part of the QUAKERCUT® XP series, QUAKERCUT® 020 XP has a proven track record of bringing operational, Health & Safety and environmental benefits to a broad range of customers in the automotive and mechanical industries.
Quaker Houghton ran a trial with selected QUAKERTEK™ CS 2202-EP calcium sulfonate grease to lubricate 12 bearings (22215/22218/32215/32218 +gear) per stand. The grease achieved the desired targets by decreasing maintenance time and relubrication rate as well as allow¬ing for increased water resistance.
Binol, a Quaker Houghton Company, introduced QUAKERCUT® 010 XP, an extra high performance neat cutting and grinding oil to replace the mineral oil in the systems.
Binol, a Quaker Houghton Company, analyzed the customer’s challenges and introduced QUAKERCUT® 010 XP, an extra high performance neat cutting and grinding oil.
Binol, a Quaker Houghton Company, analyzed the cus¬tomer’s challenges and introduced QUAKERCUT® 005 XP, a low viscosity neat cutting and grinding oil to replace the water-based coolants.
Quaker Houghton reviewed the customers concerns and recommended QUAKERCUT® 005 XP, a low viscosity, high performance neat cutting oil. QUAKERCUT® 005 XP was chosen as a solution to reduce the customer’s environmental footprint due to its advanced ester technology from renewable raw materials, biodegradability, high flashpoint for lower fire risk, and no labelling according to the new CLP regulation (Classification, Labelling and Packaging of chemicals).
Based on regular visits and technical support together with a local distributor, Quaker Houghton was able to analyze challenges the customer faced and presented QUAKERCOOL® 7360 BFF. QUAKERCOOL® 7360 BFF at 8% concentration was introduced into two CNC machines, one machining stainless steel, and the other machining pure copper. Tool life, surface finish, and top-ups (kept at 2%) were closely monitored over a three month period. During the trial period, no operating issues were noticed and the pH stayed very stable at 9.20-9.30.
QUAKERCOOL® 7350 BFF is a high performance micro-emulsion ideally suited to all operations where high surface finish quality and high lubrication is needed. QUAKERCOOL® 7350 BFF is ideal for general purpose machining of most engineering materials and is recommended for light to medium metalworking operations on cast iron, steel and aluminum.
After considering the demanding nature of the various operations and materials involved in the customer’s process, Quaker Houghton presented QUAKERCOOL® 7350 BFF as a solution. This product was chosen based on the following benefits
This Case Study and the solutions gained were achieved through cooperation with L.E.S., a Quaker Houghton distributor in France. Quaker Houghton introduced QUAKERCOOL® 3608 HFF into 25% of the machines, and L.E.S. made regular visits to provide technical support, fluid maintenance and concentration monitoring.
QUAKERCOOL® 7350 is a high performance micro-emulsion ideally suited to all operations where high surface finish quality and high lubrication is needed. QUAKERCOOL® 7350 is ideal for general purpose machining of most engineering materials and is recommended for light to medium metalworking operations on cast iron, steel and aluminum.
Quaker Houghton recommended replacing the competitive coolant with QUAKERCOOL® 8013, a heavy duty metalworking fluid which is known for superior foam control.
Quaker Houghton recommended QUAKERCOOL® 5035 HPT because the customer required a boron free fluid that would machine both aluminum and steel at speeds of up to 300 feet per minute. QUAKERCOOL® 5035 HPT is a high performance, ultra-stable semi-synthetic metalworking coolant designed for medium to heavy duty applications. This recyclable product is also free of chlorine, formalde¬hyde, and nitrites which is beneficial for HSE compliance, improved labeling and operator acceptance.
Quaker Houghton reviewed the issues the customer was facing and recommended QUAKERCOOL® 7450. This high-performance microemulsion was chosen because of its versatility to machine both ferrous and non-ferrous metals, is non-foaming, and has superior biostability. The machining capabilities of this product have been proven extensively in Quaker Houghton’s CNC machining center and endorsed by customers who are benefitting from this field proven technology.
BINOL BAND 20 is a safe and environmentally acceptable, non-emulsifying cleaning oil manufactured from rapeseed oil based synthetic esters designed for cleaning and lubricating applications of band saws, circular saws and molding equipment in sawmills. The product has been tested against different elastomers and paints used by the leading manufacturers.
Considering Quaker Houghton’s excellent service provided at this steel producer’s site and integrated product offerings, a trial opportunity for PRIMECOAT™ Z 838-4, a trivalent chromium passivate, resulted.
Based on the reliability issues experienced with the incumbent fluid, Quaker Houghton recommended a comparative ASTM D7043 pump wear test be conducted. Based on the results of the test data and system survey an evaluation of HOUGHTO-SAFE® 419-R was conducted.
To meet the challenges, Quaker Houghton developed QUAKEROL® DR 20, a customized semi-synthetic rolling oil based on the trial goals. Quaker Houghton utilized its global R&D network and corroborated with the customer management in an effort to meet the performance requirements needed for the product.
Due to Quaker Houghton’s relationship with the steel mill - providing other products and continuous technical assistance, the mill requested a replacement for the current grease.
For the trial, some tapered roller bearings were lubricated with the current grease, including the roll necks, and some bearings were lubricated with QUAKERTEK™ CS 4602-EP, including the roll necks.
The company they chose was Quaker Houghton due confidence in Quaker Houghton’s product, people and performance. The mill decided to replace the incumbent grease product in all their hot rolling applications with QUAKERTEK™ AX 2502-EP.
To help improve operations, QUINTOLUBRIC® 888-46 was introduced as a potential replacement. First, Quaker Houghton helped the account to understand the advantages of changing from water glycol (HFC) fluids to QUINTOLUBRIC® 888-46 (polyol ester based HFD-U). These advantages include
Quaker Houghton met with management at one of the supplier’s major automotive casting facilities, and secured a production trial. The objectives were to reduce down¬time from polishing and overall production cost. Initially, the Quaker Houghton team worked closely with the process control department to better understand their casting production utilizing thermal imagery on die sur¬faces. Based on laboratory analysis and thermal imagery results the soldering and build up problems were identified and Quaker Houghton recommended DIE SLICK® 2015, a subset of the DIE SLICK® 2050 A series.
QUINTOLUBRIC® 888 is a synthetic fluid that can be used in equipment designed for traditional mineral oil fluids and provides better performance than fluids containing water. In addition to fire resistance, the product provides excel¬lent biodegradability and low aquatic toxicity, making it ideal for use where better environment protection is required. It is approved by FM Global as a less hazardous hydraulic fluid.
Quaker Houghton visited the most critical plant located in Czech Republic which was never visited by the competitor. As a result of the visit, Quaker Houghton introduced QUAKERCOOL® 7200 HBFF after performing compatibility tests with different polish pastes, cleaners, electroplating, etc.
Quaker Houghton reviewed the customers issues and recommended they switch to a dry-form wax plunger bead lubricant, POLY SLICK™ 76-P. This solution was chosen because plunger beads create less carbon build-up than traditional oil-based plunger lubricants, resulting in cleaner die cavities and machines.
Quaker Houghton, analyzed the customer’s process and developed PLUNGER SLICK®202; a premium low viscosity plunger lubricant formulated for high pressure die casting. Due to the increased thermal stability of PLUNGER SLICK®202, Quaker Houghton was able to provide several benefits to the customer and obtained unanimous approval by all departments including oper¬ations, engineering, purchasing, and safety, health and environmental.
The Quaker Houghton team developed a new “talc-based technology” tip lubricant. The team made adjustments with viscosity- base oils and water vs. oil lubrication and developed the new PLUNGER SLICK® 200T oil based plunger lube.
Quaker Houghton analyzed the customer’s process and recommended switching their plunger lubricant to PLUNGER SLICK® 130, a product formulated for superior performance and excellent boundary lubrication. PLUNGER SLICK® 130 incorporates the highest quality base stock to ensure consistent performance at high temperatures; this increased thermal stability allows for minimized potential decomposition products that contribute to process defects, such as porosity.
Quaker Houghton analyzed the customer’s challenges to determine the ideal casting conditions and introduced DIE SLICK®4510SYN. During the trial, the customer was very pleased with the casting quality and is now expanding its use at a second plant.
Quaker Houghton collaborated with not only the customer, but with the paint supplier, paint vendor, and die manufacturer to get to the root cause. An on-site audit of the existing die caster, powder painting process and materials was conducted. Sample castings were sent to an alternative powder paint source to test for similar results but the alternative powder painted parts had the same out-gassing results as the original parts.
The customer is an automotive Tier II supplier of axles and transmissions in Mexico. Salty residue was occurring with the heat treatment washers due to the cleaner being used. The tank needed to be changed after four weeks and the parts needed to be double-washed to remove the residue, often manually
Quaker Houghton selected the water based coating, QUAKERCOAT® 856 GREEN for evaluation. The formula was customized to match the color tone, appearance, and flexibility; and to work with the limitations of the existing equipment. Additionally, the product properties were modified to be able to comply with downstream process requirements including the forming press.
To meet the specific needs of the tube manufacturer, Quaker Houghton developed QUAKERCOAT® 031 LE UV, a high gloss, UV cured protective coating. The formulation was targeted to work with the limitation of the company’s low energy curing lamps as well as having high flexibility for subsequent bending operations. In addition, a proprietary additive enhanced how the coat¬ing flowed on a galvanized substrate while maintaining the desired flexibility and low cure attributes.
To help reduce the dust generated Quaker Houghton recommended the surface copper mine add, DUSTGRIP® SUPER TAC, a dust suppressant that binds the road together while also penetrating the surface to maintain subsoil moisture content, to their operation. The customer trialed DUSTGRIP® SUPER TAC on their haul roads at a 25% concentration at ½ gallon per square yard.
To mitigate the risks of using a mineral oil based hydraulic fluid a large underground coal mine in southern West Virginia was using QUINTOLUBRIC® 888-68 an MSHA approved fire-resistant hydraulic fluid in their hydraulic systems.
To help mitigate the effects of the local water supply Quaker Houghton recommended the mine convert to QUINTOLUBRIC® 818-02, a full synthetic longwall fluid that can withstand the spikes in water hardness. Additionally, Quaker installed a new mixing station to filter the sediment from the water more effectively, and provide tighter controls on the longwall fluid concentration.
HOUGHTO-DRAW® 7060, a non-chlorinated, non-sulphur¬ized biostable soluble oil type metal forming lubricant, was recommended. Quaker Houghton worked with maintenance personnel and conducted a trial for the metal spinning operation utilizing approximately 10% HOUGHTO-DRAW® 7060. After a successful trial, the metal spinning company has now converted their central system to HOUGHTO-DRAW® 7060.
Quaker Houghton proposed HOCUT® 795 B, dedicated to Aerospace parts machining and well established for its long sump life and good stability. The customer began a trial with HOCUT® 795 B on a Mega 5 (MAG) milling tool machine. After 2 years HOCUT® 795 B was still in use, and there has been no sump clean-out and no anti-foam nor bactericide addition.
HOCUT® 795 B was proposed for machining trials supported by independent performance data on similar operations from other aerospace component manufacturers. HOCUT® 795 B has consistently shown itself to be the best in class coolant for aerospace alloys.
After a plant survey of machine tools, processes, materials and water conditions, HOCUT® 795 B was proposed supported by independent performance data on similar operations from other aerospace components manufacturers.
Trials were initially set up for three products: a local boron amine technology coolant, a leading aerospace compet-itor coolant and HOCUT® 3450. The latter two products were both high ester EP type products with a very high level of lubricity. A total of 6 milling tools were monitored for tool change frequency during the period of the trial.
The company needed to make improvements in their machining operations. They were losing an average of one hour of productivity for each roughing cycle (4 hours lost machining time/ 24 hours). There were also issues with corrosion on machine tool beds with seals and coatings breaking down.
The QUAKERCUT® XP Series products are extra high-per¬formance neat cutting oils based on advanced ester technology from renewable raw materials. Based on more than 20 years of experience from Binol, the market leader in the Nordics, the QUAKERCUT® XP Series has a proven track record of bringing operational, Health & Safety and environmental benefits to a broad range of customers in the automotive and mechanical industries.
QUAKERCLEAN® 8820 is a foam-inhibited workshop floor cleaner for the removal of oil, grease and pigment soiling from industrial floor coverings in production and storage areas. Due to its very good heavy soil pene-tration characteristics, it is also suitable for maintenance operations (machines hard surface cleaning, where it can be applied by hand wiping). QUAKERCLEAN® 8820 is label free and compatible with metalworking coolants in case of contamination.
QUAKERCOOL® 770 is a high-performance mineral oil free micro-emulsion ideally suited to all operations demanding premium surface finish quality and consistent lubrication. Best suited for the machining of ferrous metals including stainless steels and other high-nickel, high-chromium ferrous alloys.
The formulations in this series incorporates Smart Polymer technology and high molecular weight alkane cross-linking agents. Uneven protection caused by temperature variation on a die surface is a long-standing challenge in the die casting industry. Temperature variation is caused by the wide-range of die size, design, complexity, parts produced, and heat profile of each system.
The formulations in this series incorporate Smart Polymer technology and high molecular weight alkane cross-link-ing agents. Uneven protection caused by temperature variation on a die surface is a long-standing challenge in the die casting industry. Temperature variation is caused by the wide-range of die size, design, complexity, parts produced, and heat profile of each system.
The formulations in this series incorporate Smart Polymer technology and high molecular weight alkane cross-link-ing agents. Uneven protection caused by temperature variation on a die surface is a long-standing challenge in the die casting industry. Temperature variation is caused by the wide-range of die size, design, complexity, parts produced, and heat profile of each system.
The formulations in this series incorporates Smart Polymer technology and high molecular weight alkane cross-link¬ing agents. Uneven protection caused by temperature variation on a die surface is a long-standing challenge in the die casting industry. Temperature variation is caused by the wide-range of die size, design, complexity, parts produced, and heat profile of each system.
As specialists in die casting lubrication, our team of experts work closely with clients to evaluate and enhance production processes, preparing them for the future. Composition and consistency of lubricants, temperature, automation, safety, waste treatment requirements and numerous other variables are considered by our specialists, then analyzed in our testing laboratories. Stringent quality measures are an integral part of our procedures and our advanced research facilities enhance our ability to perform analytical testing.
One of the main risks of fire is linked to the use of mineral oil in the hydraulic systems. At the units, substantial leakage has been observed. Most leakage takes place through accidents like ruptured hoses, or leaking couplings. Mineral oils are highly flammable and are a serious source of fire hazard in high temperature environments and applications close to open flames or red-hot metal parts. The risk is further increased by the rapid and aggressive ignition rate of mineral oils. Today mineral oil dangers present industries with a very real major risk. With QUINTOLUBRIC® 888, this risk can be reduced and managed preventively.
The QUAKERCAST™ 85 and D-925 series of casting fluids are products enabling higher casting speeds, lower fluids consumption, and cleaner molds as compared to traditional products. Developed with the most advanced technology for continuous casting applications, these products are formulated with a special blend of highly refined esters, base oils, and additives contributing to their excellent performance properties.
Our dedicated steel specialists, working closely with our R&D chemists, partner with your team to develop customized solutions based on extensive knowledge of your unique operating environment and business goals. We provide on-site expertise that maximizes quality, performance and safety.
Our highly experienced aluminum experts will work closely with your team to solve complex manufacturing challenges. In an increasingly competitive, cost-conscious industry, we are the partner you can trust to prepare you for the future based on extensive knowledge of your unique operating environment and business goals. We provide on-site expertise that maximizes quality, performance and safety.
The need for dust suppressants in the mining industry continues to increase due to health, safety, and regulatory reasons. Whether on a surface or underground mine, dust and other particulates are a constant safety concern for those working in the mining industry. These hazards can cause a wide range issues including respiratory illnesses, exposure to noxious gases, and operational risks.
Our mining experts work closely with our R&D chemists to bring unique solutions to your operation. We are the partner you can trust to provide extensive knowledge of your unique operating environment and business goals. We offer on-site expertise to maximize efficiency, durability, and safety.
Excellent resistance to water washout, high load carrying capacity,high temperature stability and very good corrosion protection
As specialists in offshore lubricants, Quaker Houghton delivers superior technical service in support of our customized, high performance products. Our team of experts work closely with clients to evaluate their fluid performance needs in mission and safety critical equipment; this, to enhance operational performance and economics, thus preparing them for the ever-tougher challenges ahead. Composition and consistency of performance in lubrication, corrosion mitigation, biostability, safety and environmental compliance are
Our highly experienced can industry experts will work closely with your team to solve complex manufacturing challenges through the entire can production process. We are the partner you can trust to prepare you for the future based on extensive knowledge of your unique operating environment and business goals. We provide on-site and global technical support, customized solutions, a stable and dependable supply chain and a network of experienced resources in can manufacturing.
Our team of industry and technology experts work closely with your team to solve complex manufacturing challenges. In an increasingly competitive industry, we are the partner you can trust to prepare you for the future based on extensive knowledge of your unique operating environment and goals. We provide on-site expertise that maximizes quality, performance and safety.
As the name implies, the padded reamer differs from a fluted reamer in that the padded reamer has a cutting surface and guide pads that ride on the diameter of the hole to put pressure on the cutting surface which generates the hole size and geometry. The guide pads also act as a burnishing tool to help provide a smooth surface finish. Since the pad forces are “riding” on the inside surface of the hole, significant lubrication is necessary in padded reamer operations to eliminate scratches on the hole surface and maintain the required surface finish.
High pressure die casting is a process of forcing molten alloy at high pressure into a die. Common alloys are alumi¬num, zinc and magnesium. The dies can be very complex and the variation of parts produced is extensive. Due to the wide variation in die design, size and complexity, the flow of alloy through the die and the thermodynamic profile of each system is unique. This leads to tempera¬ture variation, hot areas and cold areas on the die sur¬face. Two of the major roles of a die casting lubricant are, protect the die from the molten alloy and provide release of the casting. Therefore the need for a lubricant to be effective in a broad temperature range is preferred.
A key contributor to shortened die life is thermal fatigue. In high pressure die casting, production cycle times typically range from a few seconds to just over a minute. Within this span, the die cavity is being sprayed with die lubricant (the lubricant may be cold, cool, or hot, depending on the environment), then the die is sprayed with compressed air, closed, and finally injected with very hot molten alloy. Throughout this production cycle, the temperature of the die steel sharply rises and falls. As a die is continually cycled, the yield strength of the tool steel is reduced, which causes tensile stresses that lead to cracking of the tool.
TAN merely measures the corrosive acids present in the fluid, and will increase over time as an indication of the deterioration of the fluid. However, different lubricant technologies such as mineral oil-based or polyol-ester-based hydraulic fluids and different additive technologies result in different TAN values
This document contains procedure guidelines for the conversion from both water free and water based hydraulic fluids to QUINTOLUBRIC® 888. The final procedure can change depending on local circumstances, and it is recommended to consult your local Sales Representative prior to starting the conversion.
Monitoring through in-service oil analysis, an important element of predictive maintenance, can provide informa-tion about machine wear, as well as lubricant contamina¬tion and condition.
For properties like acidity, viscosity and moisture it generally doesn’t matter where the sample is taken. However, when it comes to determining the cleanliness of a hydraulic fluid, it makes a big difference at what location the sample is taken.
The resistance to ignition and burning, termed fire-resistance in the hydraulic fluids field, is measured using a variety of methods. The techniques developed include laboratory testing methods, as well as simulations for possible industrial crisis situations.
Since die casting production trials typically require significant equipment and resources, and involve time investments and casting loss, Quaker Houghton has established a 4-part laboratory test method for chemical testing to evaluate die lubricants and generate product recommendations.
Since die casting production trials typically require significant equipment and resources, and involve time investments and casting loss, Quaker Houghton has established a 4-part laboratory test method for chemical testing to evaluate die lubricants and generate product recommendations.