Cast iron machining operations need optimizing the coolant filtration system to handle large volumes of sludge. The filtration systems also need to be designed to prevent elemental iron leaching and take care of oxidized ferrous micro-fines.
Machining cast iron produces a large volume of small particles, known as fines. These particles are often in the 25-to100-micron range, well below a typical machine tool filter system’s capability. These micro-fines cause sludge to accumulate in the coolant tank. When clogging occurs, the machine requires substantial downtime and production loss, as shoveling out the sludge is the only alternative.
Our products solve the following problems that aluminum machinists face-
- We design our coolant filtration systems to remove the heavy particles that settle down and fine particles that float on the coolant.
- Tramp oil plays a massive role in maintaining coolant life. It is especially true for cast iron since the coolant color becomes ‘reddish,’ indicating the coolant’s degradation.
- With our systems, we ensure no machine downtime, faster turnaround time on jobs, lower machine parts replacements.