Knowledge centre Case Studies

ULTRAFORM 1050 – Corus Catnic

The Challenge: Streamlining and Improving Forming Operations

Corus Catnic, located in South Wales, manufactures angle and render-beading for the building industry using special-purpose forming machines. These machines process rolls of stainless and mild steel, forming and piercing profiles to precise specifications. The company required a forming fluid that could:

• Extend tool life.
• Prevent metal pickup and scoring.
• Support higher production rates.
• Improve the overall working environment.
• Eliminate the need for degreasing.

The Solution: ULTRAFORM 1050

ROCOL’s ULTRAFORM 1050 provided the ideal solution, delivering a range of critical benefits:

• Tool Life Extension: Enhanced lubrication reduced wear and tear, extending the life of forming tools.
• Smooth Operations: Prevented metal pickup and scoring, ensuring consistent, high-quality profiles.
• Efficiency in Production: Light viscosity vanishing film allowed for higher production rates without requiring degreasing.
• Improved Workplace Environment: Low vapor emissions contributed to a healthier and safer working environment.
• Simplification: Rationalized to a single forming fluid for multiple applications.

The Results: Increased Productivity and Cost Savings

By switching to ULTRAFORM 1050, Corus Catnic experienced:

• Faster production speeds.
• Reduced fluid consumption per component.
• Lower tooling costs due to extended tool life.
• Enhanced operator satisfaction from a cleaner and more efficient working environment.

Corus Catnic has been highly impressed with ULTRAFORM 1050, continuing to use it successfully across their operations to maintain consistent quality and efficiency.