Delivering efficient solutions for metalworking
Embracing Complexity through Consulting, Products and Services
In the ever-evolving metalworking industry, achieving efficiency and productivity requires a comprehensive approach that addresses the complexity of operations. At FUCHS, we understand the diverse challenges faced by this industry, and we offer a range of solutions that encompass consulting, products, and a wide portfolio of services.
Our team of industry professionals combines their in-depth knowledge with a deep understanding of the metalworking processes to offer insightful advice on optimizing workflows, improving efficiency, and overcoming operational challenges.
FUCHS: Your Local Partner for Tailor-Made Metalworking Solutions
At FUCHS, we believe in being close to our customers and understanding their specific requirements. That's why we have established a strong local presence in your country, allowing us to provide on-site support and deliver customized solutions that meet your unique needs.
With our people by your side, you can benefit from our global know-how and resources while experiencing the advantages of having a local partner who understands the nuances of your market and industry. Our commitment to customer satisfaction drives us to go above and beyond in delivering exceptional products, services and support. Our close proximity, technical expertise, and ability to provide tailor-made solutions ensure that you receive the highest level of support and the most effective metalworking solutions available.
Products
Universal products for multiple applications:
- one product for different metalworking processes
- one product for different materials being processed
- one product for different plants all over the world
Tailor made solutions:
- products adjusted to customer's processes
- products created for customer's individual applications
- services designed to support customer's operations
Services
At FUCHS, we believe that providing you with the right service & support is just as important as providing the right high quality lubricants. You can choose from different possibilities, and create new ones:
- supply chain management
- lubricants management
- equipment management
- monitoring
- consulting
- other services
How can we help?
Problem | Solution |
| Foaming | Use proper product, containing relevant additives, adequate to water hardness, e.g. ECOCOOL GLOBAL 20. To choose right fluid, specific for your operations contact us. |
| Biostability | Choosing right emulsion and / or proper maintanance of metalcutting fluid should help in solving this issue. For advice and testing contact us. |
| Corrosion | Different aspects may influence corrosion (bacteria, pollution, wrong concentration etc.). ECOCOOL GLOBAL 20 has a very good corrosion protection characteristics. Contact us for more advice. |
| Low tool life | Using a powerful, properly tailored metalworking fluid helps to extend tool life. Based on customer's local conditions and requirements we'll choose the most efficient fluid. |
| Impurities from workpiece and limescale | Use right emulsion with good cleaning properties (e.g. ECOCOOL CUT BFF). |
| Skin allergies | Using wrong type of emulsion containing harmgul ingredients might cause skin allergies. However, there might be other reasons. Changing the emulsion or treating it with proper measures is helpful. Get in touch with us to discuss the detalils. |
Economic benefits of suitable choise of coolant
Choosing proper coolant is crucial for metal cutting operations to ensure smooth operaions: cooling and heat dissipation, improved surface finish, corrosion protection, operator's health and safety, etc. But when deciding on metalworking fluid, it also important to take into account financial aspects. High quality emulsions enhance cutting performace by reducing friction and heat generation during machining operations and thus improve surface finish, dimensional accuracy and extend tool life. This leads to reduced tooling costs and increased productivity.
Check our estimations made on the basis of cooperation with our customers struggling with very high consumtion of tools (*):
We're problem solvers and solution seekers
Reliability, safety and performance
Supporting our customers in their daily operations is our main driver. Our dedicated team provides comprehensive solutions and services that enhance efficiency and productivity, enabling our customers to focus on their core business. With our expertise and innovative products, we are here to ensure seamless operations.
- durability: specially formulated emulsions that withstand the toughest operating conditions, provide durability that ensures uninterrupted operations and minimal downtime.
- biostability: biostable metal processing fluids that maintain their stability over time, keeping your machines running smoothly without the worry of bacterial growth.
- skin neutrality: fluids neutral to skin (if used in accordance with instructions) to ensure a comfortable and worry-free work environment.
- corrosion protection: fluids offering high corrosion protection, safeguarding your valuable metal surfaces against rust and oxidation.
- extended lifespan of tools: reduction in friction and heat generation during machining operations help minimize tool wear and prolong tool life, leading to cost savings and increased productivity.
Worldwide experience with thousands of customers in multiple segments
Thanks to our established global presence, you will be served wherever your operations are, and whatever your industry segment is. Our extensive worldwide experience has allowed us to understand the unique needs and challenges of different industries, enabling us to deliver tailored solutions and expertise. From automotive and industrial manufacturing to aerospace and energy sectors, our diverse customer base reflects our ability to provide exceptional lubrication solutions to a wide range of industries worldwide.
Products for different operation types
We understand the diverse range of operations you undertake. Whether it's cutting, chipping, drawing, sawmilling, grinding, turning, punching, thread cutting, casting, thermoforming, bending, pressing, milling, forging, or thermal and surface treatments, FUCHS is there to provide us with tailored solutions for each operation.When it comes to coating, weoffer specialized products that protect our metal surfaces, enhancing durability and preventing corrosion. Even in drilling operations, we'll support you with our range of high-performance lubricants that maximize productivity and extend tool life.
Service life of a water-miscible cutting fluid depends on very many factors as concentration is used and it’s maintenance, start water parameters and quality, product biostability, tramp oil leakages, material is machined, metal cutting operations, volume of fluid in the system, filtration effectiveness is used, downtimes and service brakes during the process, environment cleanliness etc.
In general metal working fluids work around 1 year in the system, however the same product can work even 4 years without replacement or 3 months only depends on impact of other factors.
pH level of water miscible fluid in the system, impurities level, cleanliness of the system, start water parameters, corrosion issues, machine producer recommendations are main factors which decide about time to replace coolant.
Boron and chlorine components are not desirable in metalworking fluid because of their harmful effect. Boron acid in metalworking fluid is toxic for reproduction. Chlorine components, chloroparaffins with medium- and long-chains, which used as EP additives in metal cutting fluids, are heavy environmental pollutants which have potential for bioaccumulation. FUCHS uses health and environmentally friendly alternative additives in metalworking fluids.
There are water miscible metalworking fluids which are possible to use for machining of different metals. Ecocool AFC 1515 LC from FUCHS is relevant to use for aluminum, steel , alloy steel, yellow metals and cast iron cutting operations in many applications. Ecocool Global 10 is possible to use for heavy operations on aluminum alloys, even aeronautic, titanium, steel and alloy steel, yellow metals. However using more specialized product for each material group is more effective due to optimized properties like lubricity level, anticorrosion properties, compatibility and some others, which are required for different materials types.
It is important to remember that type of operation, start water parameters, coolant pressure in the system and total volume are also important for coolant selection.
