Oemeta, a leading manufacturer and supplier of cooling lubricants for metalworking technology, has experienced a significant increase in inquiries from manufacturers and engineers seeking to enhance tool life and fluid performance.
The surge in demand reflects a growing need for better cooling lubricants to address wear and tear on costly tooling. “Like many specialists, we’re typically contacted by first-time customers when they identify an issue with their current fluid. We can step in, understand the issue, and supply a solution which keeps tools machining for longer,” said David Woodford, Managing Director of Oemeta UK.
Cooling lubricants are essential in the machining of metal, glass, and ceramics, preventing tools from overheating and ensuring consistent and precise cutting by providing necessary lubrication.
“There seems to be an increase in suppliers offering free fills of CNC machinery with general cooling lubricants. Unfortunately, these products aren’t always appropriate and can miss key ingredients, which then increases tool wear and other issues,” David noted.
As a manufacturer and supplier, Oemeta can test existing products in their laboratory to evaluate performance and recommend solutions from their extensive range, considered the industry’s most comprehensive, to meet specific client needs.
When addressing tool wear issues, Oemeta frequently finds that the previously used products lack crucial additives, affecting their chemical and physical properties. “We’re finding products are being recommended by generalists which often do not include sufficient key ingredients in terms of quantity and quality,” added David.
Founded in 1916 and headquartered in Germany, Oemeta is an international specialist in cooling lubricants with a presence in over 30 countries. Their products are particularly popular in the UK, Germany, and the US, and are used by leading manufacturers such as Triumph and BMW.
“Cooling lubricants perform up to ten key functions, including removing heat, reducing friction, flushing away particles, and preventing corrosion. Superior products can dramatically increase tool life and maximize production by extending maintenance intervals and reducing stoppages,” explained David.
Oemeta’s product range includes high-performance neat machining oils, as well as water-miscible and organic-based products, which are gaining popularity due to their sustainability and safer use in human environments.
“Price is understandably a critical factor, especially when filling many machines across a factory. However, the right cooling lubricant is an investment which keeps overall costs down by lasting longer between refreshes and reducing expensive tooling changes,” said David.
Oemeta manufactures over 300 products for a wide range of industrial and commercial cutting or machining applications. They offer clients a demonstration period to trial their products before making a switch.
“UK manufacturing appears to be becoming stronger and stronger. While many of our competitors rely on representatives rather than being present in the marketplace themselves, we want to be on-hand to help our clients take full advantage of every new opportunity,” David concluded.