Developed in 1993 by Oemeta, HyCut is a ‘unique concept’ that was formulated for a major automotive manufacturer. The fluid has since evolved and been fine-tuned for use in most industries, applications, and materials to provide ‘a complete fluid system for every aspect of CNC machining’.

Oemeta says HyCut can be used as a neat machining oil, coolant, lubrication oil and washing fluid. “Provided only HyCut products are used, this compatibility means that all fluids in the machining process create no waste. Hydraulic and slideway oils that would have previously leaked and resulted in tramp oil are, instead, recycled as they can mix in with the HyCut coolant, improving lubricity, and performance while reducing total cost.”

To allow this flexibility, HyCut comprises two components: an oil element, and an additive package — both of which have variations of specification and can be mixed and matched depending on the machining requirements. Quantities of each component can also be managed independently, allowing for “ultimate product optimisation and a vastly increased product lifespan.

“In addition, HyCut is based on synthetic or native ester oil and is free of mineral oil, making it both environment-friendly and super-efficient; and to monitor concentrations, specialist test strips have been developed by Oemeta, thereby giving users ultimate control.”

David Woodford, Oemeta UK’s managing director, added: “While every business is unique, all are looking to improve their production process and reduce total cost, and this is where introducing HyCut into workshops really pays off.

“Although HyCut is not necessarily suitable for every shopfloor, it is something that is advantageous to know about, especially as so many businesses are experiencing growth and process change.”