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T E CHNOLOG Y
MAY 2017 35
Perpetual motion and innovation
THE process of tube bending consists
of a series of independent steps,
according to Omni-x, which is based in
the Czech Republic.
The steps rely upon one another and
each can cause a range of problems. As
technology progresses customers are
increasingly looking to achieve more for
less. The best results are achieved by
first using the correct set-up of tooling
and using the correct lubrication. Lubes
are chemical reactants for surface
use and thus very sensitive for correct
selection and application.
The most important qualification
of tube fabricating lubricant is its
‘compatibility’. The lubricant’s properties
must be compatible with the tooling,
material, environment of components,
cleaning process and any other
secondary operations that may have to
be performed.
Fabricating without using petroleum
oil is becoming an everyday reality. Old-
fashioned mineral oil-based lubricants
are not only less popular, but operators
are aware of alternative methods. The
market is being driven by ecological
concerns and political mandates. Mineral
oil products are no longer the future and
the use of clean alternative products
is encouraged. Industries that were
dominated by mineral oil are becoming
environmentally aware and also desire
a healthy working environment for the
operator.
This matches the Omni-x company
philosophy, which is to keep things
simple and offer an affordable price.
It has recently introduced the latest
tube bending lube that covers all the
concerns listed and extends superb
results on ferrous and non-ferrous
materials.
Cleaning is no longer a problem
because every product washes off easily
with water. There is no need to clean
before welding. Another benefit from
moving away from mineral oil products
is the easy modification of the product
bases on the customer’s specific
requests. Omni-x gives its clients a full
range of modification lube at its plants
and helps to find the best and most cost-
effective solution.
Omni-x has also extended its product
range and introduced ALC series
products. Formulating without typical EP
additives such as chlorine and sulphur is
essential. New improved products merge
all the above benefits and provide non-
hazardous products that can be further
modified.
Drawinglube,whichOmni-xspecialises
in, is extended by the production of
coolants. The company shares some
principles and widens the range to high-
speed operations. Years of experience
from bending gives the company a
strong background when building up
synthetic coolants. Complete customer
care with all in-house knowledge will help
customers to switch from mineral oil, to
protect workers and extend tool life.
Omni-x – Czech Republic
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