Case Study | Maintenance | Sealing Success: Preventing Oil Leakage in Aluminum Rolling Operations

In the aluminum manufacturing industry, especially in high-capacity rolling areas, oil leakage can lead to significant operational challenges. A leading manufacturer with the third largest capacity for rolled aluminum products worldwide faced a critical issue: oil leakage from the top of their rolling equipment. This problem resulted in the loss of 1-2 liters of rolling oil, creating costly wastage and contaminating the oil, rendering it unusable.

The company needed a solution to seal the leak, prevent further oil loss, and ensure the oil could be reused without contamination. Traditional welding was not an option due to the potential fire hazard in the flammable environment of the rolling area. They required a safe and effective alternative to address this issue.

To solve these challenges, the company utilized Salvage 2+ and Metalox. Salvage 2+ was applied as a coating to seal the leak effectively, stopping the oil wastage. Metalox provided a strong bond similar to welding but without the associated fire risks, making it the ideal choice in a flammable setting.

The results were transformative:

• Before: Ongoing oil leakage, significant wastage, and contaminated oil that couldn’t be reused.
• After: The application of Salvage 2+ successfully sealed the leak, preventing further oil loss. Metalox ensured a secure bond, allowing the company to reuse the oil and avoid costly disposals.

This approach not only resolved the leakage problem but also led to substantial cost savings, improved safety, and enhanced operational efficiency in the aluminum rolling area.