WEDOLiT® PIPE EXPANSION LUBRICANTS
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OEM-APPROVED LUBRICANTS
Tube expansion demands lubricant performance that matches expander head design and operating conditions. In close collaboration with OEMs, WEDOLiT® develops expander oils that ensure stable film formation, material compatibility, and long-term equipment protection.
OEM-approved performance, ensures full compatibility and confidence in use
Formulations aligned with expander head design and process parameters
Designed to match mechanical and operational requirements
Reliable film formation under extreme conditions (high pressures and temperatures)
Protects equipment and uptime
EXPERIENCE AND COLLABORATION
- We are trusted partners to our customers around the world, who together operate many LSAW lines
(Longitudinal Submerged Arc Welded). - Approved by leading expander head manufacturers and collaborating continuously with OEMs on product innovation.
- Recognized for strategic investment and forward-looking product development for future expansion needs.
- Collaboration with manufacturers of industrial wastewater treatment systems, to enhance the splitting process to recover the water from the emulsion
Easy-splittingTM Technology – Enhanced Process and Environmental Benefits
Easy-splittingTM Technology is a distinct, innovative feature embedded in WEDOLiT® Expander Oils that adds crucial benefits related to fluid recovery, cleaning, and sustainability:
Rapid Oil-Water Separation:
The Easy-Splitting formulation promotes very efficient phase separation, significantly speeding up post-expansion emulsification and splitting processes.
Reduced Additive Consumption:
More than 30% fewer splitting agents are required during water treatment compared to conventional expander oils, reducing operational costs.
Optimized Water Recovery & Reuse:
Cleaner separation allows recycling of wash water in production, lowering fresh water consumption and environmental impact.
Simplified Post-Process Cleaning:
Improved oil removal means pipes are easier to clean internally — vital for excellent coating adhesion and quality.
Ease of expander head cleaning:
Easy washability facilitates cleaning of the expander head after each pipe has been manufactured.
Lower Chemical Usage & Waste:
Overall chemical footprint and process residues are minimized thanks to enhanced demulsification.
Bundled Concept - WEDOLiT® Expander Oils and WEDOLiT® Easy-splittingTM Technology
Together, they form a comprehensive solution that not only advances the expansion process itself but also optimizes fluid management—resulting in higher throughput, reduced operating costs, and a more sustainable manufacturing footprint.
Easy-splittingTM Technology is a distinct, innovative feature embedded in WEDOLiT® Expander Oils that adds crucial benefits related to fluid recovery, cleaning, and sustainability:
Mechanical and thermal performance:
The expander oils ensure optimal mechanical and thermal performance during pipe expansion, enabling high productivity, process stability, and product quality.
Tailored Splitting Agents
Meanwhile, the Easy-splittingTM Technology tailored to these oils addresses critical downstream challenges, ensuring that the oils can be efficiently separated from process water, dramatically improving sustainability, and total cost of ownership.
SEE THE DIFFERENCE
WITH WEDOLiT® LUBRICANTS.
With more than 80 years of experience, WEDOLiT® is a trusted partner in metal forming and corrosion protection. From our Technology Center in Düsseldorf, our dedicated R&D team develops advanced, high-performance solutions tailored to your needs.
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