If it moves on your machine, Chem-Trend has a product to keep it functioning at peak efficiency. The smallest moving part left to the wrong product can bring an 800 ton machine to a standstill. That's why MetalstarTM and Wolfrakote® brand ancillary products are not afterthought products in the Chem-Trend portfolio. These have been formulated to help clean, protect and lubricant machines with the performance expectations of our die and plunger lubricants.
Count on the proven performance of MetalstarTM and Wolfrakote® ladle coats, anti-solder compounds, quench compounds and other process lubricants and protectants to meet every need.
A comprehensive range of Chem-Trend maintenance and process enhancing products keeps machinery running better and longer.
| Product Types | Form | Application Area | Application Methods | Product Benefits |
| Anti Solder Pastes | Paste | On the die face | Brush | Localized solder protection, improves release, reduces downtime |
| Assembly Lubricants | Oil-based paste | Between tool and die | Brush | Good lubrication and water resistance even at high temperatures |
| Cleaners | Water-based liquids | Die lube spray system | Recirculation | Removal of biological and organic deposits leading to improved spray patterns |
| Corrosion Protection Lubricants |
Aerosol or grease | On die and machine parts | Brush or spray | Prevents corrosion and increases part life |
| Trim Press Lubricants | Water or oil-based liquid | Trim press | Spray | Improves lubricity, extends blade life, reduces energy consumption |
| Ejector Pin Lubricants | Oil-based aerosol or paste |
Ejector pins | Brush or spray | Improves lubricity, extends pin life, reduces energy consumption |
| Ladle Coat | Oil-based paste | On ladles and other areas exposed to molten metal |
Brush | Increases ladle life and reduces flash |
| Quench Compounds | Water-based liquids | Quench tank | Periodic addition to tank | Reduces oxidation on casting |
| Start Up Lubricants | Oil-based liquids or paste | On the die face | Brush or spray | Reduces scrap and shorter time to reach operating temperatures |
| Toggle Lubricants | Oil-based liquids or paste | On toggles, die rails and other high load areas |
Metered drip or brush | Improves equipment life, reduces energy and flash |
| Hydraulic Fluid | Water-based liquids | Hydraulic systems on machine |
Periodic addition to reservoir |
Non flammable fluid reduces risk |
| Heat Transfer Fluids | Oil-based liquid | Die temperature control system |
Periodic addition to reservoir |
Inert fluid efficiently controls die temperatures |
