Extended coolant life
April 1st 2008

Fuchs Lubricants (UK) will be using Mach 2008 to showcase its latest developments in water soluble metalworking fluids – the Ecocool Ultralife range.

The product was developed in response to HSE guidelines concerning the control of bacterial contamination in used coolants. The cutting fluid range is designed to offer users optimum machining performance and surface finish, as well as providing a high level of machine cleanliness for an improved work environment.

A feature of the range is its biologically hard nature.

The company says that, following six months of 'real world' field tests, documentation showed a reduced propensity to bacteria growth than conventional fluids, when operating in identical environments.

Paul Littley, R&D spokesperson, says "Our new Ultralife range creates an environment where bacteria find it difficult to proliferate.

This in turn provides extended coolant life, reduces the need for tank side additions and reduces maintenance and monitoring in machine shops.

"This consequently reduces fluid consumption, reduces waste generation and minimises disposal costs." Stand 4340