Impact Fluids

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There is a lot of talk in metals manufacturing about green initiatives and improving sustainability. In those conversations, you might have heard the term green steel. Steel production is a large source of carbon emissions, so innovation in steelmaking can potentially improve the entire industry's environmental impact. Here's a great explainer from Metals Magazine on what green steel means as a term, but also what it means for the future of the industry ↓ https://bit.ly/40osxoQ #greensteel #metalsindustry #metalsmanufacturing #innovation #sustainablemanufacturing

Stamping Lubricants 101 — Pros vs Cons of different application methods As we mentioned previously in this series, there are two methods you could use to apply lubricants in your stamping process, spray or roller. Both methods have benefits, and the right one for your application depends on how those costs and benefits interact with your unique process. Here's a high-level overview of the pros and cons of each of these types of fluid application systems. Spray systems + lower cost + easy to implement - potential overspray - fluid waste and safety risk - potential for more waste Roller systems + precision application + less waste - may not fit in your press area Learn more ➥ https://bit.ly/4hnuYOF #metalstamping #metalworking #metalsmanufacturing #industrialfluid

Q: What is the difference between cutting oil and coolant? Short A: The primary purpose of a coolant is to reduce heat in the machining process, as this heat can cause excessive wear and tear on tools, requiring additional maintenance. Cutting fluids, on the other hand, serve primarily as lubricants, reducing friction between machining components. Full answer here! https://bit.ly/48VvNtU #industrialfluids #metalworkingfluid #metalsmanufacturing #metalforming

Fluid application equipment is critical to any metal manufacturing process because fluids are essential to maintaining your tooling and producing good parts. The wrong application method can lead to damaged equipment or part defects, both of which can be costly to rectify. But — here's the catch — investing in fluid application equipment isn't exactly cheap. How can you be confident that you're spending wisely on equipment if you don't know whether it will work for your specific application? Impact Fluids offers our customers a guaranteed trial of fluid application equipment. We're confident that we can learn your process and help you choose the right application method and system for your operation, so we're happy to let you see it in action before you pay for it. Try it for a period, and if the system isn't working well, we'll take it back, and you won't pay*. Check out our fluid application system offerings and sign up for your free equipment test ⬇ https://bit.ly/48UV7zC *some restrictions apply #industrialfluids #metalworkingfluids #fluidmanagement #metalsindustry

The boom in electric vehicle production presents a lot of opportunities for metal stampers and others in metal forming. This is especially true as the automotive sector looks to reduce carbon emissions in the supply chain. Read this informative piece from Modern Metals for more insight on these opportunities for our industry: https://bit.ly/3NO86dl #automotive #metalsindustry #metalstamping #metalforming #metalsmanufacturing

Worker safety hasn't always been a top concern for manufacturers, but it should be. Taking care of our people is simply the right thing to do, and we should do it whether there are other benefits or not. Of course, ensuring the health and safety of employees has a variety of measurable benefits for employers as well, including - reduced workplace incidents and workers comp claims - improved retention and reduced recruitment costs - improved employee satisfaction and increased productivity Learn how reducing industrial fluid use can contribute to improving worker health and safety and environmental health, too >> https://bit.ly/3XMs64a #industrialfluids #metalworkingfluids #sustainablemanufacturing #safety #metalsmanufacturing

Even when your process is running optimally, there's still some metalworking fluid that's wasted. With MWFs accounting for up to 10% of the cost of manufacturing a part, reducing this waste as much as possible is necessary to keep your operation profitable. When you've dialed in the fluid, the mixing ratios, and the application methods, the next thing to optimize is reclamation. Reclamation systems can save up to 25% of fluid use! This means a huge reduction in waste and major cost savings. So, what's stopping you from implementing a reclamation system for your MWFs? If it's cost, that shouldn't be a barrier. Not only will a reclamation likely pay for itself with what you'll save on fluid purchases and fluid disposal fees, but there are many other cost factors where reducing the waste can save costs. We'll help you determine the right reclamation system for your application, and assist with the installation and start-up. Learn more about our reclamation systems ☞ https://bit.ly/4fO2hZz #industrialfluids #metalworkingfluids #fluidmanagement #metalsindustry

Recruiting and retention are big challenges in manufacturing these days. This episode of Precision Metalforming Association's Destiny in Manufacturing podcast has some great insights on attracting new employees from the generation just entering the workforce, as well as retaining current employees. #PMAPodcast #DestinyinManufacturing #metalsindustry #metalsmanufacturing

Stamping Lubricants 101 — How are stamping lubricants applied? Lubricants can be applied in stamping via two different categories of systems: contact or no contact. Contact lubrication systems physically make contact with the part, applying lubricant with rollers, wipers, or submersion. No-contact systems spray the lubricant onto the part material. Selecting the correct lubricant application method depends on a variety of factors, such as the part material, the speed of your press, and the type of lubricant being used. Learn more about stamping lubricants and application methods from in-house experts today! https://bit.ly/3n79luB #metalstamping #metalworking #metalsmanufacturing #industrialfluid