Sandvik uses vegetable oil in computer-controlled machining
(WorldNews Sweden)

Vegetable oils have many advantages as industrial lubricants, but their deficiencies often outweigh their benefits. At the R&D center in Rovereto, Italy, Sandvik has found a way to make vegetable oil standard for all its computer-controlled manufacturing machines. Vegetable-oil lubricants, green and biodegradable, can be used both for moving components and as a base for lubro-refrigerant emulsions. They promote a healthier work environment, thanks to reduced risk of inhaled or contact contamination as well as reduced risk of falls and fires. Furthermore, vegetable oils have proved to have a greater...