At the start of the year, the Rhenus Lub branch in the Netherlands launched a comprehensive fluid management programme for a global manufacturer of industrial packaging and is using its specialist process knowledge to help optimise operations and reduce costs. We spoke to Marcel Gros, Managing Director of Rhenus Lub Netherlands.
Mr Gros, how is the fluid management configured for your client?
Marcel Gros: For optimal fluid management support, we regularly visit our customers on-site. Generally, we check a variety of influencing factors related to fluid usage: the cooling lubricants used, their quality, and the stability of emulsions. We identify areas where improvements can be made. For example, we developed a special lubricating oil specifically for this company, which is used in the cutting presses and is a key component of their performance. Only through regular checks in fluid management can maximum performance and safe production always be achieved. This also includes machine maintenance and care.
What are the benefits for the manufacturing company?
Marcel Gros: Clear benefits: significant cost savings through longer tool life. Through the use of high-performance lubricants in combination with continuous monitoring and step-by-step optimisation of fluid parameters, we guarantee a very stable process.
We improve products and can reduce consumption. This allowed our customer to triple the service life of their tools on average! In addition to cost savings, the excellent service is impressive. If there is ever a problem, we react very quickly and are with the customer in no time at all. This provides security and trust.
