Blaser Swisslube captures the machining process, chip formation and behaviour of its Synergy 735 metalworking fluid through high-speed, macro photos and videos.
Swiss metalworking fluids experts Blaser Swisslube conducted an extensive series of tests at its in-house technology centre to analyse machining processes down to the finest detail. The company says its principle is to achieve better metalworking fluids faster through expertise and data.
The idea of capturing the machining process, chip formation and behaviour of the metalworking fluid through photos and videos came about as part of a joint project with ETH Zurich. Blaser Swisslube’s videos depict high-speed recordings of its oil-free, water-soluble metalworking fluid, Synergy 735, showing that the mechanism of action occurs during machining and is fast enough to optimise milling processes.
The advantages of Synergy 735 metalworking fluid are said to include neutral odour and excellent skin compatibility. According to the company, Synergy 735 provides flawless finishes on a variety of materials from aluminium and titanium alloys to CrNi steels. The minimal foaming means the coolant is also ideally suited to high-pressure systems.
Blaser Swisslube’s Technology Centre has reportedly been undergoing continuous expansion for more than 10 years. At present, research is carried out using four CNC milling machines and a state-of-the-art grinding machine. New developments are tested and customers’ production situations are simulated under realistic conditions. High-precision measuring devices and sensors enable the data acquired to be interpreted correctly.
“Our Technology Centre allows us to take a closer look than our competitors,” Marc Blaser, CEO of Blaser Swisslube, explains. “This focus on all the details and the cooperation between our chemists and the machining experts enables us to develop metalworking fluids that improve processes sustainably, reduce production costs and prolong tool life.”
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