Houghton PLC

Die lubricant solutions for next generation large die casting machines

As the automotive industry strives to meet the challenges of a changing marketplace, production processes are evolving to create lighter vehicles from larger and more complex die cast parts. Dr Mark Cross, global business development Director for die casting at Quaker Houghton, explores how innovative lubricant technology is supporting the introduction of the latest generation of large – more than 4,500 tonne die casting machines to deliver on these challenges.
2 years ago

Fluid intelligence 

Industrial lubricant manufacturer Houghton International has announced the launch of a new, dedicated consultation and training facility – the Fluid Intelligence Academy.
5 years ago

December cover story: Making the connection

Officially launched at Seco Tools’ recent ‘Inspiration through Innovation’ event in October, Houghton International’s new FluidTrend software takes Industry 4.0 principles and applies them to metal processing fluids. Dave Tudor reports. 
5 years ago

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