Case Studies

In addition to the age-old cost reduction challenges, the components manufacturer was also faced with sump life and service life issues on its machines. Its incumbent fluid resulted in too much foam, smoke in the air, and residue all over the machines.

The company decided it was time to re-evaluate its entire fluid program to tackle these issues and reduce the amount of metalworking fluid it used. Any fluid it chose would need to be operator-friendly, as well as have a long life in the sump. Changing out the central systems can shut down the entire plant because of the size and number of machines connected to them.

The components manufacturer brought in three different metalworking fluid providers to run 60-day tests on its systems. Master Fluid Solutions’^® TRIM^® SC620 performed well in the test but also offered significant cost savings in the long run.

TRIM SC620 is a low-foam, semisynthetic coolant that is ideal for high-speed milling and turning applications. It provides a long service life, long sump life, and is low-maintenance, which is critical for central systems like the one running at the components manufacturer’s facility.

Master Fluid Solutions also provided tramp oil removal systems, and continuously conducts weekly coolant sampling and laboratory evaluations. Based on the results of these reports, Master Fluid Solutions adjusts the coolant. Master Fluid Solutions includes this maintenance as a value-add to help its customers better manage their coolant usage and spending.

After switching over to TRIM SC620, the components manufacturer saw a massive decrease in coolant spending, going from $386,000 to $200,000 annually, a 48% savings. Additionally, the company saw a 22% increase in tool life, an improved surface finish on the final product, and clean machines, without foaming or smoke in the air.

Thanks to Master Fluid Solutions, the components manufacturer has achieved its goal of cost savings and improved both the work environment and the finished product.