Chemetall has introduced Tech Cool 35048BF, a microemulsion coolant that contains no boron, chlorine, sulfur or phosphorus. It is also free of DCHA and formaldehyde-forming compounds. The company says Tech Cool 35048BF provides long sump life, low odors without the use of bactericides, reduced foam, exceptional corrosion resistance and high lubricity even on aluminum. The coolant can be used on ferrous, aluminum, copper and brass substrates. It is said to be stable in hard water and compatible with recycling programs, and can be used in central systems and stand-alone machines. Tech Cool 35048BF is available in pails, drums, totes and bulk. Web: www. chemetallamericas.com

Makeover for CRCs Labels

CRC Industries has launched an enhanced look for its professional and do-it-yourself lubricants and penetrants. The labels display a product description banner that highlights the primary advantage of the product, as well as photos of key applications to help users identify the right lubricant or penetrant for the job. The labels also include quick-response barcodes that enable consumers to access information such as videos, recommended applications, safety data sheets and bilingual label translations. Lubricants and penetrants available in the new dressing include Power Lube multipurpose lubricant, heavy-duty silicone, white lithium grease, Ultra Screwloose penetrating oil and Freeze-Off Super Penetrant. Web: www.crcindustries.com

Gear Oil Nets OEM Approval

Bel-Ray synthetic gear oil, in ISO viscosity grades 150 through 460, has been approved by Hansen Industrial Gearboxes for use in its gearboxes. The full-synthetic hydrocarbon and ester oil is intended for use in a wide range of equipment including grinding mills, kilns and driers, aerators, pumps, mixers, agitators and hoists. The company says the oil prevents wear, arrests existing wear trends, prevents micropitting on new gears and extends service life. This oil also has approvals from Bosch Rexroth, Caterpillar Global Mining, GE, Siemens, Joy Global Mining and Liebherr. In addition, Bel-Ray says, the lubricant exceeds performance requirements of ANSI/AGMA 9005-E02 and DIN 51517 Part 3. Web: www.belray.com

A Hundred Points of Lube

Hydracision from Oil-Rite Corp. distributes oil to as few as 12 to as many as hundreds of points on automated machinery. The company says the system provides frequent, small doses of lubricant rather than large, infrequent applications. This allows the oil to reach critical areas when needed, with little or no run-off or waste. The unit consists of an electric gear pump to distribute lubricants and positive displacement injectors to complete the delivery where its needed. The user specifies lubrication intervals using a programmable logic device. Injectors are available with dispensing volumes of 0.20, 0.14, and 0.08 milliliters. Web: www. oilrite.com

Long-Life Gear Grinding Fluid

DiaGrind 535-15 grinding fluid from Oelheld U.S. is designed for gear hobbing, gear grinding and gear shaping applications such as transmission components, on machines like Reishauer, Gleason Pfauter, Klingelnberg and Hoefler. Its blend of high-quality additives and superior base oils does not require regeneration or complete exchange for many years, says the company, adding that DiaGrind 535-15s environmentally conscious formulation keeps operators safe and equipment in top shape. Web: www.oelheld.com

Fluid Endures Heavy-duty Machining

Blaser Swisslube has introduced Blasocut BC940 metalworking fluid, which it says provides excellent biochemical stability and long sump life without the use of bactericides. The emulsion can be used in heavy-duty machining applications on a wide range of materials, including exotic alloys. Blasocut BC940 has low misting properties and can be used in hard or soft water. It also is formulated to provide good foam control at moderate to high coolant pressures. Web: www.blaser.com

Flow Monitors Transmit Data

Universal Flow Monitors announced that its lubrication flowmeters now include non-contact magnetically coupled transmitters as an alternative to alarm switches. The meters provide local flow indication to diagnose problems, and they can be wired to trigger equipment shutdown to protect machinery. SN vane meters measure flows from 0.5 to 20 gallons per minute with a full-scale accuracy plus-or-minus 5 percent. MN vane meters measure flows from 10 to 70 gpm at plus-or-minus 2 percent accuracy. LL piston meters measure flows from 0.25 to 20 gpm with accuracy of plus-or-minus 5 percent. Web: www.flowmeters.com

Hoover Adds Tank Cleaning

Hoover Container Solutions has completed construction of a new IBC tank cleaning facility at its Houston location. The expansion allows it to offer comprehensive services to its customers, including transportation, interior and exterior tank cleaning, reconditioning and recertification, rental and sales, as well as GPS and remote tank level monitoring. In the future, the company plans to offer tank washing capabilities and services at its other service centers, domestically and worldwide. Web: www.hooversolutions.com

A First for Fire Resistance

Quaker Chemical has obtained fire-resistance approval from the German Steel Institute (VDEh) for its Quintolubric 888-68 hydraulic fluid. With this approval, it becomes the first fire-resistant hydraulic fluid manufacturer to meet the more stringent standards for polyol ester based fluids issued by VDEh. After one year of data collection and laboratory testing, the fluid successfully passed the new SEB 181 224 specification, a spin-off of ISO 12922, which was developed to increase safety in steel mills. In addition to VDEh approval, Quintolubric 888-68 holds FM Global approval. Web: www.quakerchem.com

Latching Lids Allow

Easy Access New Pigs latching drum lids enable quick and easy drum access and secure closure to help meet closed container regulations. Multiple colors help users identify or segregate the contents, too. The lids are designed to open and close with one hand to keep drum contents dry and pure. They have Nitrile gaskets and locking mechanisms for secure sealing and reduced vapor emissions. A removable hinge pin allows the lids to be removed without loosening the band, to facilitate container dumping, and the fast-latch drum ring permits the lid to be moved from one drum to another without wrenches or other tools. Web: www.newpig.com

Laser System Detects Dirt

Parker Hannifin has introduced icountBSplus, a portable sampling system that detects contamination in hydraulic oils and hydrocarbon fuels. The portable system is based on laser particle-counting technology and can be used in the oil and gas, aerospace, agriculture and construction industries. The company says the system can deliver results in as little as 15 seconds. The internal software is available in 12 languages, and data from more than 500 tests can be stored in its memory or printed with the integrated thermal printer. The icountBSplus is accredited to all particle-counting standards, including ISO, NAS, AS and GOST, as well as ISO Medium Test Dust standards. Web: www.parker.com