The customer is one of the leading manufacturers of precision-machined components, supplying high-accuracy parts to various industrial sectors. Their production involves continuous CNC turning operations using LMW CNC turning machines, working primarily with mild steel and stainless steel.

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The Challenge


Their previous coolant provided insufficient cooling during continuous CNC turning operations, leading to premature tool wear and frequent tool replacements. Coolant stability was also a concern, as higher consumption rates increased operating costs over time. Despite attempts to optimize usage, the existing fluid could not deliver the required performance for mild steel and stainless-steel machining, driving the need for a more efficient and cost-effective solution.

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MotulTech's Solution


To address the customer’s machining needs, the MotulTech team recommended SAFKOOL 6113 P, a semi-synthetic soluble metalworking fluid formulated for operations requiring strong cooling performance. SAFKOOL 6113 P is well-suited for turning, milling, sawing, and grinding of ferrous materials such as cast iron and low-alloy steels.

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The Outcome

The customer recorded significant improvements in machining efficiency and overall operating costs. Tool life increased by 27%, allowing longer production runs with fewer tool changes. Coolant consumption was reduced by 10%, contributing further to cost optimization. Despite the coolant being 21% higher in price, the improved performance resulted in an impressive 35% total cost saving.