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Mining Safety Solutions and Expertise at Longwall USA 2017

June 6, 2017 at 10:00 AM EDT
Quaker Chemical Features Dust Suppressants and Ground Control Agents

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., June 6, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- Quaker Chemical Corporation (NYSE:KWR, "Quaker") will be showcasing how its DUSTGRIP® Dust Suppressants and MINETECH™ Ground Control Agents support a safe work environment and offer compliance solutions at the 2017 Longwall USA Show,June 13th - 15th 2017 in Pittsburgh PA, USA. (http://www.longwallusa.com).

Quaker Chemical logo. (PRNewsFoto/Quaker Chemical Corporation)

The need for improved dust control in mining operations is evident from the Mine, Safety, and Health Administration's (MSHA's) new respirable coal dust regulations, which requires lowering the level of respirable dust from 2.0 mg/m3 to 1.5 mg/m3, and mandates a significant increase in sampling frequency. 

In alignment with MSHA's new regulations, Quaker Chemical offers DUSTGRIP®, a family of dust suppressant products, that now includes a solid material product, DUSTGRIP® JFP-95.  These products:

  • Reduce the generation of airborne particulate matter from mines, roads, stockpiles, rail hauls, construction sites, quarries and other areas where air-born dust is a problem
  • Increase site safety for workers
  • Are more effective than using water alone, reducing costs and saving time

Additionally, Quaker has expanded its portfolio to include MINETECH™ Ground Control Agents which can be used for:

  • Ground consolidation and stabilization, in the event of fractured and unstable ground
  • Sealing against water ingress
  • Injection of rock bolts
  • Concrete and earthen dams
  • Storm water systems, tunnels, manholes, and underground vaults

Quaker's dust suppressants, ground control agents, and entire mining portfolio ranging from fire-resistant longwall hydraulic fluids, greases, gear lubricants, and cleaners (https://www.quakerchem.com/expert-experience/industry-expertise/mining/) will be represented in Booth 513, at Longwall USA 2017, the longwall mining industry's premier technology event, from June 13th – 15th. http://www.quakerchem.com/longwall

About Quaker Chemical Corporation:
Quaker Chemical Corporation 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 and cans. For nearly 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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SOURCE Quaker Chemical Corporation

Jessica Sabedra, Marketing Manager, sabedraj@quakerchem.com, T. +1 610.832.8503