Check it out! IRMCO has a new product for large-diameter tubing. With new regulations restricting or eliminating chlorinated paraffin as an ingredient in metal-forming fluids, the challenge has been to develop products safer for the environment and for worker exposure. IRMCO developed IRMCO GEL 986-00D as the first product in a new line of tube…
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The ban on chlorinated paraffins (CP) is quickly becoming a reality.
The ban on chlorinated paraffins (CP) is quickly becoming a reality. While the short chain have been eliminated for awhile, and medium and long chain were granted a temporary “stay of execution” to allow industries to continue searching for alternatives; many focused on very long chain chlorinated paraffin as their option. While medium and long…
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Ready for the Chlorinated Paraffin Ban?
Did you know it’s happening in just under a year from now? Too busy to test new lubricants on the Shop Floor? Why don’t you consider joining the IRMCO iTool Consortium? The what? Ten years ago, Dr. Taylan Altan invited IRMCO to participate in his metal forming research at The Ohio State University’s Center for…
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Can’t Stand The Heat?
Thermographic analysis has been used for years in defense systems, HVAC troubleshooting applications and failure analysis in areas of manufacturing. The infrared images can help isolate localized areas of high temperature and/or friction and aid in better die and process design and improvement. Used in conjunction with other metrics from process monitoring, a stamping process…
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