Quench Oil Reclamation

Heat-treating fluids play an important role in obtaining favorable cooling curve indexes and proper metal cooling temperatures. Consequently, over time quench oils begin to collect soot contamination that can act as catalysts that promote oxidation. This soot will eventually turn into sludge which can build up in the bottom of furnace pits. However, it is our recommendation that heat-treating facilities annually clean out the bottom of their furnaces. With this in mind, we can suction and reclaim oil from the downed furnace yielding a reusable product.

As a result, removing soot from the quench oil will extend its life and enhance optimal cooling properties. Many clients use skimming apparatuses on their post heat treating washer units. This skimmed quench oil can collect over time and become a great candidate for reclamation. Therefore, our service can provide cost saving benefits to heat-treating companies.