Forming Lubricants
Forming Lubricants for the automotive and metal processing Industries
In the Americas, the metal forming industry relies on a variety of lubricant products to meet the needs of the automotive and other metal processing industries. FUCHS manufactures the most diverse and comprehensive product line to meet the diverse range of designs, complexities, and materials.
Solutions for Stamping
The production of components from steel sheets and coils requires highly specific lubricant chemistries. New Advanced High Strength Steel (AHSS) grades create new challenges for metal stampers and lubricant performance. FUCHS has developed new-technology lubricants that address these challenges including protection against increased friction caused by these new metals. FUCHS offers a range of products to improve results in metal stamping including:
- Press-applied heavy-duty lubricants for components stamping
- Sheet and coil processing pre-lubes
- Corrosion inhibitors
- Blank washes for automotive body in white (BIW) and closures
FUCHS has the most diverse product line approved by global automotive OEMs.
Solutions for Lightweighting
The automotive industry continues to focus upon reducing the weight of vehicles to improve fuel efficiency. This lightweighting strategy has increased the use of aluminum and led to the development of high-strength alloys. FUCHS has developed lubricants specifically to meet the challenges that have arisen from the increased use of aluminum. These new lubricants were designed in partnership with OEMs and aluminum manufacturers to:
- Increase formability
- Improve compatibility with structural adhesives
- Reduce the risk of corrosion.
FUCHS has also developed unique lubricants for use in warm and hot forming of aluminum.
Your Expert in Metal Forming Lubricants
FUCHS is the leading supplier of lubricants for metal forming. During our years of experience, FUCHS has developed a comprehensive line of products for all metal forming needs. Our team of field engineers, R&D staff, and technical service personnel can provide professional support for your metal forming needs in any of the following:
- Advanced high strength steel forming
- Chlorinated lubricant replacement
- Aluminum sheet forming
- Steel and Aluminum coil pre lubes and corrosion inhibition
- Galvanized steel drawing without corrosion
- Elimination of cleaning after forming
- Hot and warm forming of aluminum
