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New Metalworking Fluid Filtration Benefits Machine Tool Systems

30.11.11

A new metalworking fluid filtration technology can help companies operating machine tools to achieve extended tool life, improved component quality, reduced maintenance and spare parts costs. The new technology comes from Fluid Maintenance Solutions Ltd., which was recently chosen as the sole United Kingdom agent for its IFDR range of advanced metalworking fluid filtration solutions for machine tools and grinding systems.

The design of the IFDR systems offers manufacturers the opportunity to increase productivity and reduce environmental impact whether as a retrofit or part of a turn-key installation. At the heart of the systems lies an element-less filter and a tramp oil separator, which guarantee a clean fluid is returned to the machine tool to meet the demands of high-performance machining and grinding operations.

The cleaner a metalworking fluid being delivered to the cutting zone, the greater the machining performance and the lower the cost per part. This is the primary function of an IFDR system. It efficiently removes contamination from the whole volume of the metalworking fluid. Combined with a conveyor where the metal swarf is removed separately, the extremely fine and highly abrasive fines removed by the systems can help improve productivity and overall equipment effectiveness.

Source: Machinery Lubrication Magaz