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Die Casting QUINTOLUBRIC® 888-68 CHALLENGES An automotive parts manufacturer was looking to replace the water glycol (HFC) fire-resistant hydraulic fluids being used to operate their die casting equipment. The fluid being used: » Had the typical lubricating properties of water glycol fluids » Pump wear and pump lifetime were unacceptable to this manufacturer To help […]

Fire hazards are constantly present in the steel industry with operations involving heavy equipment and liquid or red hot steel, and when mineral oil based hydraulic fluids are being used. However, there are alternatives that can be utilized without jeopardizing the performance or productivity of the steel production line.

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Sept. 7, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Quaker Chemical Corporation (NYSE: KWR) has announced the results of its Special Meeting of Shareholders that was held earlier today. Shareholders approved the proposal necessary to complete the transaction to combine with Houghton International, Inc.  The completion of the transaction, which is expected by the end of 2017 or early 2018, is subject to […]

 PDF Download 168.6 KB — 8% growth in net sales driven by a strong volume increase of 7%— Net income of $11.9 million and earnings per diluted share of $0.89 include the impact of Houghton combination-related expenses— 12% increase in non-GAAP earnings per diluted share to $1.24   CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., July 27, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Quaker Chemical Corporation (NYSE: KWR) […]

Quaker Chemical Highlights QUINTOLUBRIC® 702-46 RD and QUAKERTEK™ BGG CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., May 2, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Steel mills face complex challenges in manufacturing where process fluids can optimize operations. Quaker Chemical Corporation (NYSE:KWR, “Quaker”), a longstanding supplier of steel fluids, offers integrated process solutions ranging from cleaners, rolling oils, corrosion preventives, temper fluids, and surface […]

Creating a global leader uniquely positioned in metalworking and primary metals platforms with deep expertise across attractive customer segments CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., April 5, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Quaker Chemical Corporation (NYSE: KWR) and Houghton International Inc., companies with a combined 250-year history as providers of process fluids, chemical specialties, and technical expertise to the global primary metals […]

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., March 22, 2017 /PRNewswire/ — Quaker Chemical Corporation (NYSE: KWR, “Quaker”) has been officially certified for the RC14001:2015 standard of the American Chemistry Council’s Responsible Care® initiative. This certification challenges organizations to demonstrate a commitment to improving their safety, health and environmental (SH&E) and security performance.  Quaker is only the second ACC member company […]

Quaker Chemical highlights PRIMECOAT™ line CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., Oct. 18, 2016 /PRNewswire/ — In steel manufacturing, the galvanizing process provides corrosion protection to the steel substrate followed by passivation to protect the zinc surface. Choosing an effective passivate chemistry with an appropriate regulatory consideration is a growing challenge given varying regional requirements. To meet this demand, […]