TPT July 2021

AR T I C L E

Quaker Houghton

the latest versions. Regardless of territory, they can be totally confident that they’re fully compliant with both REACH and local EHS regulations, right down t th frequency of testing and what PPE equipment should be worn. Whenever QH FLUIDTREND™ is used to order products or generate reports, they will reflect the latest changes to ensure regulatory compliance. Alongside this, with increasing environmental concerns and legislation, businesses are looking to act more responsibly. By optimising equipment and fluid use, QH FLUIDTREND™ also helps reduce waste disposal, contributing to organisational sustainability. A fully customised approach As manufacturers worldwide are discovering, digitalisation helps business work smarter and more productively. Even though it is a recent addition to Quaker Houghton’s Fluid Intelligence programme, QH FLUIDTREND™ is in the vanguard of this for the metalworking sector. The software and sensor technology is fully tested and proven. It simply needs to be configured to the needs of manufacturers, solving their unique production issues and challenges. The key here is customisation. Each machine has its own ID card and the system can be configured to include restrictions and security levels, so specific access and permissions are given to designated users, each with their own domain and login. It can carry up to 13 cost centres, with drop down menus to accommodate specific criteria and products. Similarly, it can be in any language – or as many – as required, while as a technologically agnostic platform, it can be tailored to almost any operating system. In short, QH FLUIDTREND™ offers an agile and fully customisable solution. To help our customers effectively embrace Industry 4.0, we have developed and refined a systematic implementation programme based on close partnership and clear consultation at every stage – from initial discussion through to training and even data analysis. Arguably the most important phase is a thorough audit of all plant, after which a fully costed solution is presented along with anticipated return on investment. Post-implementation performance is measured against these estimates to provide proof of the value it adds. Over the last decade, verified cost- savings using Fluid Intelligence solutions have exceeded $100m. To this, sustainability and employee safety and well- being can be added. Global suppor t Tube and pipe manufacturing is a truly global industry, demanding truly global support. Quaker Houghton’s Fluid Intelligence program is structured to deliver this effectively. Along with global laboratories and R&D facilities giving us full visibility of all global applications, we’ve established field support teams in each region.

In EMEA, this comprises Fluid intelligence leads covering over 17 countries. These are available to provide consultancy and help with support, set up, problem solving and training. In addition, our Fluid Intelligence Academy acts as centre of excellence for training and technical expertise. Looking towards the future Technology is continually changing, and Quaker Houghton continues to track developments and invest in the future by researching emerging platforms and keeping customers in touch with developments and best practice. As digitalisation drives further improvement, our digital support capabilities will continue to evolve, ensuring a future-proofed focus on solutions, making sure that the world’s industrial fluids are managed efficiently, effectively and sustainability to create on-going advantage for our customers. We have a truly fluid approach to the digital agenda.

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