Brake Dust Shield Case Study

Project Scope
Replace chlorinated paraffin-based, emulsifiable oil stamping fluid with oil-free, synthetic fluid.

Results
Eliminated chlorinated paraffin-based, emulsifiable oil stamping fluid and reduced applied volume of lubricant 60%. Further eliminated burrs on parts and eliminated finishing defects

IRMCO’s IMPACT

  • Replaced/eliminated chlorinated paraffin-based emulsifiable oil.
  • Reduced applied amount of lubricant to parts by 60%.
  • Eliminated burrs.
  • Eliminated all production scrap – previously ran 35-50% scrap rate.
  • Eliminated need for secondary cleaning operation.

Material
ALC B209 5052-0 Aluminum coil – 0.029”-0.031”
(0.74-0.79mm) thickness

Product Used
IRMCO FLUIDS® 080-00B @ 9:1 ratio (10%)

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