The first really comprehensive collection of low-foaming, multipurpose additives has now been made accessible online, together with formulation advice to enable mineral oil-free, more bio-resistant water soluble fluids that increase machining outcome, productivity, and durability with fewer chemicals.
“Fully synthetic metalworking fluids have been used in ferrous grinding operations for some time, but their use in aluminum cutting has increased more recently. We want to make it easier for lubricant manufacturers to adjust more sustainable products to this new area as demand grows for parts made from lightweight, recyclable metal in industries such as automotive, construction, and E&E.” Hermann Bach, head of Clariant’s Strategic Marketing & Innovation Care Chemicals, provides his thoughts.
In order to assess the advantages of each additive for various high-performing entirely artificial metalworking fluids, Clariant has already evaluated agents from across its entire range and tested them in particular applications. Updated websites provide producers a thorough breakdown of each ingredient’s characteristics. This new product offers the ideal formulation for them so that they can reach their greatest potential and work in concert with one another.
Moreover, Bach remarked, “We’re committed to helping manufacturers find and get the most out of multifunctional ingredients to reduce formulation complexity, optimize fluid performance and use-life, increase corrosion protection, and support cleaner operations,”
From sustainable compounds and Lubricant Substance Classification (LuSC) mentioned chemicals compliant with environmental labeling to the support of guide formulations that give the option to use less biocide, customers can easily identify whatever is available to meet their demands.
Entirely synthetic lubricants are a crucial component of more environmentally friendly aluminum cutting processes. The great majority of Clariant’s extensive collection of additives, rust inhibitors, and agents are biodegradable, have no or very low toxicity, and are unlabeled for health and environmental hazards.
The whole range of corrosion inhibitors, additives, and agents offered by Clariant includes:
- A wide range of lubricity compounds for polyalkylene glycols (PAG) that are water soluble with balanced lubricity, foam, and wetting characteristics for simple formulation.
- Extreme pressure/anti-wear additives with minimum foaming, water solubility, and good functionality in the most demanding lubrication situations.
- Corrosion inhibitors with several uses that work as a lubricant, hydrotrope, and corrosion inhibitor.
- Low-odor, low-foam neutralizing chemicals enhance the flavor of the finished product and function as a bonding agent to perhaps simplify formulation processes.
Additionally, products that have German water hazard class 1 (WGK1) for the preservation of aquatic life are part of Clariant’s range. The visible, non-milky composition of wholly synthetic fluids have the added benefit of improved product and tooling visibility, in addition to the environmental advantages of eliminating mineral oil. Higher machining rates are supported by this, and low-foaming additives can further improve them.
