Bombardier Approves QualiChem Cutting Fluid
This same water-based cutting fluid has also been approved by Boeing to the BAC 5008 specification PSD 6-128.
Posted: February 9, 2015
QualiChem, Inc. (Salem, VA) has recently received full Bombardier approval for XTREME CUT 250C. The Bombardier approval, BAMS 569-001, includes Classes A, C and D for lubricants and coolants. The approval certifies that this cutting fluid meets Bombardier’s standards of quality and reliability.
In addition to Bombardier, this water-based cutting fluid has also been approved by Boeing to the BAC 5008 specification PSD 6-128. “The opportunity to achieve this approval from Bombardier was driven by one of our customers based on the continued savings and improvements delivered by this water-based cutting fluid,” said Mike Forest, the director of metalworking for QualiChem. “Our success in the aerospace manufacturing market is a reflection of our commitment to continuous improvement and passion for new technology. This prestigious approval from one of the world’s top aerospace companies will open the doors for us to supply this cutting fluid to Bombardier and its Tier II suppliers.”
XTREME CUT 250C is a premium multi-metal semi-synthetic fluid designed to provide optimum tool life and surface finish. It is formulated for use on a wide range of ferrous and non-ferrous metals and has excellent bi-metallic corrosion protection for parts and machine tools. The fluid has a tight emulsion to promote tramp oil rejection and exhibits excellent hard-water stability. It uses state-of-the-art raw materials to prevent the disagreeable odors associated with many soluble oils and semi-synthetics. In addition, this product runs clean, is low foaming, and well suited for high-pressure applications.
Established in 1989, QualiChem is one of the fastest-growing fluids manufacturer in the metalworking industry. The company’s extensive product portfolio includes synthetic, semi-synthetic and soluble cutting and grinding fluids, straight oils, metal cleaners and corrosion preventatives. It is a privately held, quality-focused ISO 9001:2008 company and a zero-discharge facility.