Oiling as a process step in its own right
Not every part should merely be clean: many parts need to be deliberately oiled or preserved after cleaning. As corrosion protection, as interim protection within the production flow, or as a defined lubricating film for the next machining step. What matters is not “apply oil” but precise, reproducible dosing, evenly, in the right place, in the right amount.
Example from the watch industry: oiling in a multi-stage pressing process
In the watch industry in particular, oiling is a key step. A watch case is not formed in one go: it passes through more than ten cycles of pressing → degreasing → soft annealing → oiling → pressing again, and so on. With each pass the part moves closer to the final case shape, and the oil-solvent mixture is adapted each time to this approach. Such a sequence requires a precise, controllable oiling system: dose, distribution and medium must be controllable exactly and repeatably, cycle after cycle.
Stamping strips: longer tool service life
A second classic application is the oiling of stamping strips. A defined oil film on the strip reduces friction and wear in the stamping tool: which noticeably extends tool service life and keeps stamping quality constant across the production run.
Machine technology and partner
TeSe implements oiling and preservation technology with RL Automation, as a standalone station or integrated directly into the cleaning line, in single-piece flow as well as in strip operation. Cleaning, drying and oiling thus become one continuous, controlled process. More on the Single-piece-flow / inline systems page; documents in the media library.
The optimal oil: together with ZET-Chemie
The right oil has to do several things at once: long tool service life, flawless parts, and then be removed cleanly and without problems during cleaning. Oil and cleaning therefore have to be thought of together. This is exactly where our chemistry partner ZET-Chemie comes in: oiling and cleaning chemistry are matched to each other instead of working against each other.
Are you still looking for the optimal oil to run your tools for a long service life, obtain optimal parts and still have no problems during cleaning? Then you’ve come to the right place. Challenge us and ZET-Chemie: together we’ll explore the optimisation possibilities.
Is this right for your task?
Whether corrosion protection, interim preservation or a defined oil film: we determine the right oiling on your parts. 1–2 hours of testing free of charge. In-depth feasibility studies: CHF 1’200 per day, 50% creditable against a machine purchase.
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