{"id":595,"date":"2022-01-21T23:05:23","date_gmt":"2022-01-21T23:05:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.masterfluidsolutions.com\/blog\/?p=595"},"modified":"2024-03-04T11:55:23","modified_gmt":"2024-03-04T15:55:23","slug":"how-the-right-coolant-helps-manufacturers-overcome-supply-chain-delays","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/blog\/2022\/01\/21\/how-the-right-coolant-helps-manufacturers-overcome-supply-chain-delays\/","title":{"rendered":"How the Right Coolant Helps Manufacturers Overcome Supply Chain Delays"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Though demand for manufacturing has returned to pre-pandemic levels, COVID-19\u2019s impact continues to be felt throughout the industry. In spite of the growing need for many goods, supply chains continue to lag in 2022, with international shipments delayed by months, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/2021\/06\/01\/business\/coronavirus-global-shortages.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">some materials simply unavailable<\/a>. The supply chain is now presenting as many challenges for manufacturers as the labor shortage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>How the Right Cutting Fluid Can Improve Productivity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In lieu of switching to local suppliers or reshoring operations, manufacturers can minimize the impact of shipping delays through greater operational efficiency. It\u2019s nearly impossible to predict timeframes for international freight right now, but if manufacturers can reduce their lead times through greater productivity, they can better meet their customers\u2019 needs as well as protect their relationships and bottom line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the best ways to improve productivity is to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/na\/en-us\/technical-information\/metalworking-fluids.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">select the right cutting fluid<\/a>. Here\u2019s how:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Match Coolant to Material Type<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>In operations that are limited to just a few types of materials, choose cutting fluids that are formulated specifically for them. This can help avoid compatibility issues and optimize fluid performance for the material. In return this will minimize the amount of rework necessary for greater productivity. For example, fluids like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/na\/en-us\/trim\/show-product-description.php?pid=C390\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TRIM\u00ae C390<\/a> are especially suited for aluminum, composites, stainless metals and other difficult-to-machine materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By contrast, in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.masterfluidsolutions.com\/blog\/2021\/11\/23\/selecting-the-right-cutting-fluid-for-a-mixed-machining-environment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">mixed machining operations, versatile cutting fluids are key<\/a>. Advanced products like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/na\/en-us\/data-sheet\/di.php?pid=MS692XT\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TRIM\u00ae MicroSol\u00ae 692XT<\/a> can handle virtually any type of material and provide unparalleled cooling and lubricity, without any sacrifices.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Maximize Tool Life<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whenever machines aren\u2019t producing new parts, manufacturers are wasting time and losing profits. One of the biggest causes of machine downtime is the need to replace worn cutting tools. Choosing the right cutting fluid can drastically extend tool life, minimize cutting tool cost and shorten time spent changing and dialing in tools. HyperSol has <a href=\"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/na\/en-us\/case-studies\/index.php?ind=&amp;lid=cs-0119\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tripled tool life for some customers<\/a> with low makeup rates, drastically reducing cutting tooling and fluid expense.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Extend Sump Life<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Another major cause of machine downtime and waste is the need to clean machines and replace cutting fluid in the sump. As a true workhorse in every metalworking operation, cutting fluid is constantly collecting contaminants, including tramp oil, which can cause a buildup of sludge that reduces performance. This also creates the conditions for bacteria to grow in the sump, which actually degrades coolant and causes corrosion and unpleasant odors. Machine operators can minimize this with proper coolant management. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/na\/en-us\/products\/brand-and-application.php?brand_cat=C29C\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">TRIM cutting fluids<\/a> have some of the longest sump lives in the industry, saving workers time, increasing production and minimizing a manufacturing operation\u2019s waste stream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Time has always been money in the manufacturing sector. However, in this era of ongoing supply chain issues and long shipping cycles, productivity isn\u2019t just a way to improve the bottom line \u2014 it\u2019s a way to get out ahead of inevitable delays and keep up with demand better than competitors. It\u2019s important for manufacturers to control every possible aspect of their operation to avoid delays. Investing in the right cutting fluid is one of the best ways to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.masterfluidsolutions.com\/blog\/2021\/02\/24\/how-better-coolant-management-can-help-your-shop-reach-goals-in-2021\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">achieve goals<\/a>, regardless of what\u2019s happening with supply chains or the labor market.<br>To learn more about choosing the right TRIM cutting fluid for your operation, call <strong>+1 800-537-3365<\/strong> or email us at <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"mailto:info@masterfluids.com\" target=\"_blank\"><\/a><strong><a href=\"mailto:info@masterfluids.com\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>info@masterfluids.com<\/strong><\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Global supply chain disruptions continue to hinder manufacturing, but choosing the right cutting fluid can help minimize the impact of these delays.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":596,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_et_pb_use_builder":"off","_et_pb_old_content":"","_et_gb_content_width":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/595"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=595"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/595\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":1082,"href":"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/595\/revisions\/1082"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/596"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=595"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=595"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.masterfluids.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=595"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}