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2 May

Case Study: ACTIVOL® 1803

2024-05-02T12:41:05-04:00

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.

Case Study: ACTIVOL® 18032024-05-02T12:41:05-04:00
16 Jan

QUINTOLUBRIC® 888: 91% Pump Wear Reduction With an HFD Hydraulic Fluid

2024-01-16T14:53:43-05:00

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.

QUINTOLUBRIC® 888: 91% Pump Wear Reduction With an HFD Hydraulic Fluid2024-01-16T14:53:43-05:00
20 Oct

Case Study: Metal Forming Fluids – Elimination of Splitting While Forming EV and ICE Automotive Body Components

2023-10-20T16:08:39-04:00

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

Case Study: Metal Forming Fluids – Elimination of Splitting While Forming EV and ICE Automotive Body Components2023-10-20T16:08:39-04:00
12 Oct

Case Study: Heat Treatment (HOUGHTO-QUENCH C 1804)

2023-10-12T16:37:29-04:00

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.

Case Study: Heat Treatment (HOUGHTO-QUENCH C 1804)2023-10-12T16:37:29-04:00
20 Sep

Case Study: Metal Packaging – Cans

2023-09-20T16:33:38-04:00

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.

Case Study: Metal Packaging – Cans2023-09-20T16:33:38-04:00
27 Apr

Non-Ferrous: Aluminum Rod Rolling (Case Study)

2023-08-01T10:14:06-04:00

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.

Non-Ferrous: Aluminum Rod Rolling (Case Study)2023-08-01T10:14:06-04:00
16 Nov

Reduction in plunger lubricant usage

2022-11-16T08:46:07-05:00

A global manufacturer of high pressure aluminum die castings for major automotive companies was looking to replace the plunger lubricant being used in their die casting operations. The manufacturer was specifically looking to reduce costs related to lubricant usage.

Reduction in plunger lubricant usage2022-11-16T08:46:07-05:00
11 May

QH-PRESSMAX-FWG-3725

2022-05-11T16:59:08-04:00

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.

QH-PRESSMAX-FWG-37252022-05-11T16:59:08-04:00
11 May

Increase Die Life and Part Quality

2022-05-11T16:53:18-04:00

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.

Increase Die Life and Part Quality2022-05-11T16:53:18-04:00
8 Jun

Aluminum: Hot Rolling With Small Particle Size

2020-06-15T13:28:18-04:00

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

Aluminum: Hot Rolling With Small Particle Size2020-06-15T13:28:18-04:00
8 Jun

Aluminum: Hot Rolling QUAKERAL® AHR 301

2020-06-15T13:29:08-04:00

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.

Aluminum: Hot Rolling QUAKERAL® AHR 3012020-06-15T13:29:08-04:00
8 Jun

Aluminum: Improving Aluminum Hot Rolling Cooling Ability

2020-06-15T13:29:51-04:00

A global manufacturer of 3xxx and 4xxx series aluminum alloy clad coils was experiencing issues with their rolling oil in the aluminum hot rolling process resulting in: • Bacterial issues in the emulsion causing a terrible smell especially in the summer season • Coil surface defects were frequent due to emulsion staining • Unstable and uneven surface quality especially when rolling their highest quality alloys

Aluminum: Improving Aluminum Hot Rolling Cooling Ability2020-06-15T13:29:51-04:00
13 Apr

Metalworking – Components: Label-Free Coolant Technology Eliminates Dermatitis Machining Aluminum Components

2023-03-29T14:27:47-04:00

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.

Metalworking – Components: Label-Free Coolant Technology Eliminates Dermatitis Machining Aluminum Components2023-03-29T14:27:47-04:00
13 Apr

Mining: Reducing Solenoid Consumption by 80%

2020-04-13T14:05:53-04:00

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.

Mining: Reducing Solenoid Consumption by 80%2020-04-13T14:05:53-04:00
13 Apr

Mining: Eliminating Solenoid Sticking

2020-04-13T14:13:49-04:00

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.

Mining: Eliminating Solenoid Sticking2020-04-13T14:13:49-04:00
13 Mar

Tube and Pipe: Pipe Coating – QUAKERCOAT® 547

2020-03-13T17:06:20-04:00

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.

Tube and Pipe: Pipe Coating – QUAKERCOAT® 5472020-03-13T17:06:20-04:00
28 Feb

Die Casting: 70% Increase in Parts Produced

2020-11-20T09:39:54-05:00

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.

Die Casting: 70% Increase in Parts Produced2020-11-20T09:39:54-05:00
28 Feb

Die Casting: Eliminating Porosity and Improving Cleanliness with Plunger Beads

2020-03-18T03:39:06-04:00

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.

Die Casting: Eliminating Porosity and Improving Cleanliness with Plunger Beads2020-03-18T03:39:06-04:00
28 Feb

Die Casting: 91% Wear Reduction by using Polyol Ester HFD-U Fields

2020-03-18T03:46:16-04:00

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.

Die Casting: 91% Wear Reduction by using Polyol Ester HFD-U Fields2020-03-18T03:46:16-04:00
28 Feb

Steel Continuous Casting: 48% Reduction in Total Cost of Ownership by Converting to HFD-U Hydraulic Fluid

2020-11-20T10:19:50-05:00

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).

Steel Continuous Casting: 48% Reduction in Total Cost of Ownership by Converting to HFD-U Hydraulic Fluid2020-11-20T10:19:50-05:00
28 Feb

Die Casting : 60% Consumption Reduction Die Casting Aluminum

2020-11-20T10:15:37-05:00

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.

Die Casting : 60% Consumption Reduction Die Casting Aluminum2020-11-20T10:15:37-05:00
27 Feb

Finishing Mill Roll Bearings : Reduced Consumption And Improved Lubrication

2020-11-20T09:56:03-05:00

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

Finishing Mill Roll Bearings : Reduced Consumption And Improved Lubrication2020-11-20T09:56:03-05:00
27 Feb

Hot Strip Mill Roll Bearings : Reduced Consumption And Improved Lubrication

2020-03-18T04:18:15-04:00

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.

Hot Strip Mill Roll Bearings : Reduced Consumption And Improved Lubrication2020-03-18T04:18:15-04:00
27 Feb

Metalworking: $490K Annual Savings Reducing Consumption And Biological Issues Machining Engines And Transmissions

2020-11-20T09:56:42-05:00

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.

Metalworking: $490K Annual Savings Reducing Consumption And Biological Issues Machining Engines And Transmissions2020-11-20T09:56:42-05:00
27 Feb

Metal Removal Fluids: 40% Reduction In Neat Oil Consumption

2020-03-16T14:28:15-04:00

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.

Metal Removal Fluids: 40% Reduction In Neat Oil Consumption2020-03-16T14:28:15-04:00
27 Feb

Welded Tube And Pipe : Over 25% In Maintenance Cost Savings

2020-03-16T14:44:45-04:00

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.

Welded Tube And Pipe : Over 25% In Maintenance Cost Savings2020-03-16T14:44:45-04:00
26 Feb

Honing Transmission Gear Wheels: 38% Longer Sump Life

2020-03-16T14:52:24-04:00

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).

Honing Transmission Gear Wheels: 38% Longer Sump Life2020-03-16T14:52:24-04:00
26 Feb

Stainless Steel And Copper Machining: Increased Tool Life By 50% At Milling Operation And 100% At Turning Operation

2020-11-20T09:32:26-05:00

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.

Stainless Steel And Copper Machining: Increased Tool Life By 50% At Milling Operation And 100% At Turning Operation2020-11-20T09:32:26-05:00
26 Feb

Multi-Metal Machining: Improved Operator Acceptance

2020-03-16T14:56:29-04:00

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.

Multi-Metal Machining: Improved Operator Acceptance2020-03-16T14:56:29-04:00
26 Feb

Machining And Grinding: Tool Life Improved By 11-13%

2020-03-16T14:56:29-04:00

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

Machining And Grinding: Tool Life Improved By 11-13%2020-03-16T14:56:29-04:00
25 Feb

Machining And Grinding: 30% Reduction In Waste Cost

2020-11-20T09:27:21-05:00

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.

Machining And Grinding: 30% Reduction In Waste Cost2020-11-20T09:27:21-05:00
25 Feb

Stainless Steel Machining: 100% Increase In Tool Life

2020-11-20T08:59:11-05:00

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.

Stainless Steel Machining: 100% Increase In Tool Life2020-11-20T08:59:11-05:00
25 Feb

Non-Ferrous & Ferrous Machining : Eliminating Boron

2020-03-18T04:29:13-04:00

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.

Non-Ferrous & Ferrous Machining : Eliminating Boron2020-03-18T04:29:13-04:00
25 Feb

Non-Ferrous Machining : 30% Consumption Reduction & Superior Biostability

2020-11-20T10:16:19-05:00

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.

Non-Ferrous Machining : 30% Consumption Reduction & Superior Biostability2020-11-20T10:16:19-05:00
25 Feb

Saw Mill Lubricants: 60% Decrease In Overall Consumption

2021-01-12T10:16:24-05:00

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.

Saw Mill Lubricants: 60% Decrease In Overall Consumption2021-01-12T10:16:24-05:00
24 Feb

Tinplate Production : Reduces Total Cost Of Ownership For Hydraulic Powered Units

2020-03-18T04:38:37-04:00

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.

Tinplate Production : Reduces Total Cost Of Ownership For Hydraulic Powered Units2020-03-18T04:38:37-04:00
24 Feb

Cold Rolling : Mottle Free Dcr Steel Surface

2020-03-18T04:38:37-04:00

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.

Cold Rolling : Mottle Free Dcr Steel Surface2020-03-18T04:38:37-04:00
24 Feb

Continuous Caster : Hfd-U Fluid Power Technology Replacement Of Competitive Hfc Product (Water Glycol)

2020-03-18T04:48:28-04:00

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

Continuous Caster : Hfd-U Fluid Power Technology Replacement Of Competitive Hfc Product (Water Glycol)2020-03-18T04:48:28-04:00
24 Feb

Die Casting : 20% Cost Reduction and Improved Cast Transmission Case Quality

2020-03-16T17:06:51-04:00

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.

Die Casting : 20% Cost Reduction and Improved Cast Transmission Case Quality2020-03-16T17:06:51-04:00
24 Feb

Die Casting : 91% Pump Wear Reduction With A Polyol Ester (HFD) Hydraulic Fluid

2020-03-18T04:48:55-04:00

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.

Die Casting : 91% Pump Wear Reduction With A Polyol Ester (HFD) Hydraulic Fluid2020-03-18T04:48:55-04:00
24 Feb

Machining And Grinding: 50% Reduction Of The Coolant Consumption Due To Better Coolant Lifetime

2020-03-18T04:48:52-04:00

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.

Machining And Grinding: 50% Reduction Of The Coolant Consumption Due To Better Coolant Lifetime2020-03-18T04:48:52-04:00
24 Feb

Die Casting : Increasing Plunger Tip And Shot Sleeve Life

2020-03-18T04:54:31-04:00

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.

Die Casting : Increasing Plunger Tip And Shot Sleeve Life2020-03-18T04:54:31-04:00
24 Feb

Die Casting : 40% Plunger Lubricant Savings And Improved Performance

2020-03-18T04:55:00-04:00

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.

Die Casting : 40% Plunger Lubricant Savings And Improved Performance2020-03-18T04:55:00-04:00
24 Feb

Die Casting : 400% Plunger Tip Life Increase

2020-11-20T09:30:32-05:00

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.

Die Casting : 400% Plunger Tip Life Increase2020-11-20T09:30:32-05:00
24 Feb

Die Casting : 50% Plunger Lubricant Usage Reduction By Improving Tip Adherence

2020-03-18T05:02:46-04:00

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.

Die Casting : 50% Plunger Lubricant Usage Reduction By Improving Tip Adherence2020-03-18T05:02:46-04:00
24 Feb

Die Casting : Reduced Consumption Through Smart Polymer Technology

2020-03-18T05:09:09-04:00

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.

Die Casting : Reduced Consumption Through Smart Polymer Technology2020-03-18T05:09:09-04:00
23 Feb

Die Casting : Solving Powder Paint Adhesion Issues On Aluminum Castings

2020-03-16T17:26:31-04:00

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.

Die Casting : Solving Powder Paint Adhesion Issues On Aluminum Castings2020-03-16T17:26:31-04:00
23 Feb

Automotive Component Cleaning : Proven Cleaner For Heat Treatment Processes

2021-01-19T13:58:50-05:00

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

Automotive Component Cleaning : Proven Cleaner For Heat Treatment Processes2021-01-19T13:58:50-05:00
23 Feb

Tube & Pipe : Reduced Drying Time With Water Based Coating Replacement

2020-03-18T07:32:48-04:00

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.

Tube & Pipe : Reduced Drying Time With Water Based Coating Replacement2020-03-18T07:32:48-04:00
23 Feb

Tube & Pipe : Low Energy Cure Flexible UV Coating

2020-03-18T07:33:09-04:00

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.

Tube & Pipe : Low Energy Cure Flexible UV Coating2020-03-18T07:33:09-04:00
23 Feb

Surface Copper Mine : Reduces Water Usage Saving $20,000

2020-08-17T14:43:23-04:00

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.

Surface Copper Mine : Reduces Water Usage Saving $20,0002020-08-17T14:43:23-04:00
23 Feb

Underground Coal Mine : $500,000 Savings Via Longwall Fluid Conversion

2020-03-18T07:42:45-04:00

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.

Underground Coal Mine : $500,000 Savings Via Longwall Fluid Conversion2020-03-18T07:42:45-04:00
23 Feb

Metal Forming : Odor Elimination And Improved Fluid Maintenance

2021-09-27T10:35:33-04:00

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.

Metal Forming : Odor Elimination And Improved Fluid Maintenance2021-09-27T10:35:33-04:00
22 Feb

Aerospace Titanium Machining : 60% Cost Decrease Of Fluids And Elimination Of Foam

2021-01-12T11:09:59-05:00

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.

Aerospace Titanium Machining : 60% Cost Decrease Of Fluids And Elimination Of Foam2021-01-12T11:09:59-05:00
22 Feb

Aerospace Components Machining : Reduced Cycle Time And Tooling Costs At UK Ejector Seat Manufacturer

2020-03-16T17:44:43-04:00

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.

Aerospace Components Machining : Reduced Cycle Time And Tooling Costs At UK Ejector Seat Manufacturer2020-03-16T17:44:43-04:00
22 Feb

Aerospace Titanium Machining : 25% Increase in Tool Life

2020-11-20T09:24:27-05:00

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.

Aerospace Titanium Machining : 25% Increase in Tool Life2020-11-20T09:24:27-05:00
22 Feb

Aerospace Titanium Machining : 150% Increase In Tool Life

2020-11-20T09:02:12-05:00

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.

Aerospace Titanium Machining : 150% Increase In Tool Life2020-11-20T09:02:12-05:00
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