CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., May 1, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- Steel manufacturers often encounter process situations that dramatically impact operations. Process fluids, greases, and lubricants can make a big difference by providing cost savings through enhanced performance, improved efficiency and quality, amongst others. Quaker Chemical Corporation (NYSE: KWR, "Quaker"), a longstanding supplier of steel processing and maintenance products, will present fluid solutions at AISTech 2018 Conference & Exposition – the steel industry's premier technology event – from May 7 to 9 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA.  

AISTech features technical presentations focused on steel related topics including steelmaking, finishing, engineering, and equipment technologies. At the conference, Quaker technical experts will present papers at the cold rolling, hot rolling, tube & pipe, and lubrication & hydraulics sessions (https://www.quakerchem.com/events/aistech-2018/#conference-papers):

• "Lubrication Strategies for Rolling Hard Steel Types," by Bas Smeulders, Research Scientist, on Monday, May 7 at 9:30 am
• "A Chemical Method to Decrease Oxide Scale Generation in Hot Rolling," by Weijia Jin, Development Scientist, on Monday, May 7 at 2:00 pm
• "Evaluation of Fluid Performance for Thread Cutting of Premium Pipe Connections Using a Cut Tapping Operation on AISI 4140 Steel Using a Vertical Machining Center," by Robert Evans, Research Scientist, on Monday, May 7 at 3:00 pm
• "Rolling Mill Bearing Lubrication: An Innovative Grease Technology Helps Reduce Total Cost of Ownership," by Bruno Sanchez, Global Business Development Manager – Greases, on Tuesday, May 8 at 3:00 pm

At Booth 2403, Quaker, a global event sponsor of AISTech 2018, will feature its entire steel process fluid portfolio, (https://www.quakerchem.com/expert-experience/industry-expertise/steel) ranging from cleaners, rolling oils, corrosion preventives, surface treatment, greases, and hydraulic fluids.

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About Quaker Chemical Corporation:

Quaker Chemical is a leading global provider of process fluids, chemical specialties, and technical expertise to a wide range of industries, including steel, aluminum, automotive, mining, aerospace, tube and pipe, cans, and others.

For 100 years, Quaker has helped customers around the world achieve production efficiency, improve product quality, and lower costs through a combination of innovative technology, process, knowledge, and customized services. Headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, USA, Quaker serves businesses worldwide with a network of dedicated and experienced professionals whose mission is to make a difference. Visit quakerchem.com to learn more. 

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