Case Studies

Though the customer had already optimized productivity, they continued to struggle with issues around part quality and tool life. Corrosion on parts resulted in a high scrap rate and poor surface finish requiring workers to spend extensive time on rework. The previous cutting fluid also failed to provide adequate lubrication, drastically decreasing tool life and increasing replacement costs. In addition, workers frequently complained of coolant odors and skin irritation due to bacteria and fines in the fluid.

The customer switched to TRIM^® MicroSol^® 585XT, one of Master Fluid Solutions^® most advanced cutting fluids. The high-lubricity semisynthetic is a high-quality microemulsion that offers superior foam control and sump life compared to conventional semisynthetics. It performs exceptionally well in mixed material environments, especially for steels used in automotive parts manufacturing.

After charging sumps with MicroSol 585XT, the customer immediately eliminated odor from the shop environment and eliminated workers' skin irritation. Surface finish improved dramatically - even without extensive rework. In addition to smoother finishes, parts remained free of rust and corrosion even after the first seven critical days after production. Most importantly, the customer increased tool life by 10%, reducing operating costs and machine down time.