CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., May 31, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Quaker Chemical
Corporation (NYSE: KWR) ("Quaker") will present its fire-resistant
hydraulic fluids solutions at the CHS2 Conference on
Hot Sheet Metal Forming from June
4th-7th 2017 in Atlanta GA, USA.
(http://chs2.eu/Conference-2017.942.0.html).
Hot forming operations, also known as press hardening, have all
the elements of a fire hazard—900°C (1,652°F) hot surfaces,
pressurized oil in the hydraulic systems, and the proximity of the
hot surfaces to the pressurized oil. If the oil ignites, it can
create a torch-like, exploding fire resulting in significant
equipment damage and serious safety risks for operators.
Today a large number of hydraulic presses for hot sheet metal
forming are still filled with a mineral oil-based hydraulic fluid
that presents a considerable fire hazard. Even though
press-hardening operators are concerned about the risk, many are
not aware that there are safer, cost-effective hydraulic fluid
alternatives.
To mitigate these potentially serious risks, more and more press
hardening operators are taking a fresh look at synthetic
ester-based hydraulic fluids (HFD-U) that offer increased fire
resistance. Quaker offers a best-in-class line of
fire-resistant hydraulic fluid solutions:
- QUINTOLUBRIC® 888 Series
(http://www.quintolubric.com/product-category/synthetic-water-free-fluids-hfd-u/)
Fire prevention tactics are standard risk control strategies
implemented in a wide-range of industries. Working as a loss
preventative measure, the benefits of replacing mineral oil with
QUINTOLUBRIC® as a fire-resistant hydraulic fluid
include:
- Superior fire resistance when compared to mineral oil;
- Ease of transition and an effective replacement for mineral
oil. Generally requires no hydraulic system modification, no
special maintenance, and is compatible with commonly used seal and
hose material;
- Enhanced hydraulic fluid performance including efficient
lubrication, fluid longevity and effective filterability.
The QUINTOLUBRIC® line of fire-resistant hydraulic
fluids (http://www.quintolubric.com/products/) keeps machines
working at optimal performance with fewer interruptions and a
longer life span for a lower total cost of ownership, increased
safety, and reduced risk.
About Quaker Chemical Corporation:
Quaker Chemical Corporation is a leading global provider of
process fluids, chemical specialties and technical expertise to a
wide range of industries, including steel, aluminum, automotive,
mining, aerospace, tube and pipe and cans. For nearly 100 years,
Quaker has helped customers around the world achieve production
efficiency, improve product quality, and lower costs through a
combination of innovative technology, process knowledge and
customized services. Headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, USA, Quaker serves
businesses worldwide with a network of dedicated and experienced
professionals whose mission is to make a difference. Visit
quakerchem.com to learn more.
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