Lubrication Matters in Aluminum Extrusion.

The importance of lubricants in the Aluminum extrusion process is well understood. However, choosing the right technology can be difficult.

This guide will help you systematically compare the different lubricant technologies that are available in the market place.

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What can you learn?

Lubricants controll adhesion and wear between dummy block-container-die, increase the service life of these components and reduce quallity control issues.

In this guide you will learn about the different lubricant technologies that are available in the market place, their respective strengths and weaknesses and how to select the best technology for your plant.


What's the difference?

The most prominent lubricant technologies for aluminum extrusion: boron nitride, graphite, acetylene flames and water-based lubricants.

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How to compare?

Learn how to evaluate the different lubricant alternatives systematically: Productivity & Performance, Ease of Use, Safety & Environment, Cost, etc.

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What's best for you?

Leverage your experience to evaluate the different lubricant technologies based on the operating conditions and priorities in your plant.

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Let's start with exploring each lubricant technology and its respective strengths and weaknesses.

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DISTINGUISH TECHNOLOGIES

1. Acetylene Flames

2. Boron Nitride

3. Graphite Sticks

4. Graphite Suspensions

5. Water-Based Lubricants

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1. Why compare

2. How to compare

3. What to compare

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