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Time for a Change

The past century has witnessed significant advancements
in cutting machines, cutting tools, machine controls, processing materials, and coolant-lubricant chemistries. However, surprisingly very little has changed with regards to the application of cooling lubrication.

Good Reasons to Change

Published  literature suggests that costs related to the use of conventional cooling lubricants can be between 7% and 17% of the total costs of the manufactured workpiece.

The CoolTool Paybacks

Productivity Impacts
• Faster cutting speeds/feeds
• Extended Tool life- Less tool changes
• Reduced setup time

Less Fluid Management Costs
• Eliminate flood cooling maintenance
• Waste elimination, permits, compliance
• Disposal restrictions

Employee Hazards
• Rash - 1 in 10 workers exposed to oils
• Slippery oily floors - OSHA
• Zero airborne and dermal contact

Productivity Impacts
• More frequent tool change/calibration
• Cooling lubricant treatment and disposal
• Machine maintenance

Life-cycle Management Costs
• As high as 10 times initial coolant purchase cost
• $2 to $15 per gallon new/replacement cost
• $0.25 to $2.50 per gallon disposal cost

Employee Hazards and Liability
• Employees exposed to mycrobacteria in aerosols
• Slippery floors
• Medical surveillance costs
• Employee exposure lawsuits

Legislative Impacts
• Stricter worker exposure limits and protection laws
• Tighter cooling lubricant waste disposal restrictions

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