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A Quick Guide to Hydraulic Fluids

Twin Specialties — Wed, 09 Aug 2023 14:58:25 +0000

Hydraulic oils are critical components of hydraulic systems, serving as the lubricant and coolant for hydraulic pumps, valves, cylinders, and other components. With a wide variety of hydraulic oils available on the market today, selecting the right hydraulic oil for a particular application is critical to ensure maximum performance, reliability, and longevity of hydraulic systems.

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Comparing Types of Solvent Degreasers

Twin Specialties — Wed, 03 May 2023 16:06:21 +0000

Solvent degreasers are used in industrial cleaning to remove oils, greases, and other contaminants from metal and other surfaces. There are three main types of solvent degreasers: chlorinated, petroleum-based, and aromatic. Each type has its own pros and cons, and it is important to choose the right type for the job to ensure the best results and the highest level of safety.

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A Guide to Heavy Duty Engine Oils

Twin Specialties — Wed, 29 Mar 2023 15:56:41 +0000

Heavy duty engine oils are essential for maintaining the performance and longevity of diesel engines. They provide lubrication, cooling, and cleaning functions, protecting the engine from wear, corrosion, and deposit buildup. There are several types of heavy duty engine oils on the market, each with its own set of features and benefits. In this article, we will explore the different types of heavy…

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Coolant in CNC Machines – What Is It and Why It Is Used?

Twin Specialties — Thu, 23 Feb 2023 19:29:36 +0000

Written by Peter Jacobs, CNC Masters During machining operations, overheating can have detrimental effects on the workpiece and the equipment, which could be avoided by cooling them down post-usage. Therefore, cooling is crucial for most machines to function efficiently and effectively. Hence, this article covers a wide range of aspects related to the usage of coolants in CNC machining…

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Considerations for Coolant Selection

Twin Specialties — Tue, 21 Jun 2022 17:32:55 +0000

Finding the optimal metalworking fluid is a difficult task because no fluid is “one-size-fits-all.” Each shop has its own unique set up of machines, operations, metals, etc. Operators have to consider many factors before selecting the optimal fluids or fluids for their shop. The optimal fluids should successfully perform the following core functions: Additionally, there are secondary functions…

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Understanding Multipurpose Greases

Twin Specialties — Tue, 26 Apr 2022 18:59:19 +0000

Since the invention of the wheel, operators have used grease to help run their bearings. Grease technology remained similar until the industrial revolution, where heavy machinery and advancing technology required lubricating grease to keep up. In the last few decades, grease technology has advanced so much that there is probably a grease tailor-made for any application. However…

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How Long is Lubricant’s Shelf Life?

Twin Specialties — Tue, 15 Mar 2022 17:49:52 +0000

When buying lubricants, you have to consider how long they will last. For high-volume users, this is not as much of an issue compared to smaller-volume users. High-volume users’ regularly consumer and reorder lubricants and typically have systems in place to monitor usage and spending. Small-volume users might be spread a drum or two of a lubricant through the course of a year.

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Coolants for Heavy Duty Machining

Twin Specialties — Mon, 28 Feb 2022 19:31:07 +0000

This is a copy of the post created by Monroe Fluid Technology, June 2021. Used with permission. Written by Fred Kane, Monroe Fluid Technology Monroe Fluid Technology has two ‘workhorse’ water soluble oil concentrates, designed specifically for the demands of heavy duty machining applications. Where a chlorinated additive is specified, our Astro- Sol C HD is recommended.

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3 Factors for Perfecting Aqueous Cleaning

Twin Specialties — Tue, 01 Feb 2022 16:43:35 +0000

When cleaning finished machine parts, manufacturers have to meet the increasingly stringent cleanliness tolerances, while also operating a cost-effective cleaning process. Old standards no longer apply and manufacturers have to evaluate their operations to select the best cleaning process. Just utilizing best practices and monitoring your tank is not enough. The first thing that should be…

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How to Manage your Metalworking Fluids

Twin Specialties — Tue, 04 Jan 2022 16:58:20 +0000

Metalworking fluids may not contribute that much to your manufacturing costs, but when fluids begin to fail or not work as intended, the costs could be astronomical. With the increasing costs of more technological fluids and rising disposal costs, managing your fluid and fluid consumption is more important than ever. Managing your fluids and dedicating a fluid management program could pay…

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