CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Sept. 16 /PRNewswire/ -- Demonstrating a
proactive approach to continuous improvement, a joint effort was
undertaken by Quaker Chemical (NYSE: KWR) and an automotive
customer to upgrade the metalworking fluid in a major automotive
engine plant to QUAKERAL® 381 SD, a new, more technologically
advanced coolant. With the impact of this upgrade, Quaker was able
to reduce the customer's processing costs by 25% and improve
bio-stability and non- foaming characteristics of the coolant.
QUAKERAL® 381 SD is an emulsifiable metalworking fluid
possessing a unique balance of advanced raw materials engineered to
deliver high-performance, heavy-duty machining and grinding
performance attributes that require a high degree of lubricity,
cleanliness, cooling and corrosion protection. Specific to this
particular application, QUAKERAL® 381 SD was successfully utilized
to hone V-8 and V-10 cast iron cylinder bores in the automotive
engines.
Even though QUAKERAL® 381 SD was more expensive than the
previous metalworking fluid technology in use, the applied cost and
overall processing costs were significantly reduced. Quantified
efficiency gains were documented to illustrate distinctive
advantages directly associated with coolant consumption, additive
usage, extended tool life and a decline in filter media
expenditures. Overall, the improved Quaker coolant was able
to save the automotive customer $74,000 annually in metalworking fluid spend and
reduce coolant usage by 9,695 gallons.
This is just one example of how Quaker continues to uncover
innovative methods in dedicated services and metalworking fluid
technology to improve efficiencies and lower overall processing
costs. For more information on Quaker Chemical, and its full
product line offerings including Chemical Management Services for
the automotive industry, please visit www.quakerchem.com.
Quaker Chemical Corporation is a leading global provider of
process chemicals, chemical specialties, services, and technical
expertise to a wide range of industries – including steel,
automotive, mining, aerospace, tube and pipe, coatings and
construction materials. Quaker's products, technical
solutions, and chemical management services enhance customers'
processes, improve product quality, and lower costs. Quaker's
headquarters is located near Philadelphia in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.
SOURCE Quaker Chemical Corporation
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