FUCHS Lubricants Co., which describes itself as the world's largest independent lubricant manufacturer, will present its metal forming expertise at FABTECH 2026, scheduled for October 21-23 in Las Vegas, Nevada. At booth C2744, the company plans to feature synthetic, water-miscible and straight-oil lubricants designed to help automotive and industrial manufacturers protect tooling, improve part quality and address increasingly challenging production requirements.
According to the company, advanced high-strength steels and increasingly complex part designs are creating new forming challenges, making lubricant selection an important factor in process reliability. FUCHS says its portfolio of forming lubricants and its technical support are intended to help manufacturers address friction, tool wear, corrosion protection and compatibility with downstream processes.
Three featured products
The company plans to demonstrate three products covering a range of forming conditions.
- ECO DRAW HVE1 — a water-miscible synthetic lubricant for light to heavy-duty metal forming. Per FUCHS, it has been tested and approved by OEMs for parts entering body-in-white paint systems, according to the Auto/Steel Partnership. Its lubricity and heat transfer properties are said to help reduce tool wear, cracking and galling, including in advanced high-strength steel applications. The fluid is described as providing in-process corrosion protection, typically being weldable without prior washing and producing no smoke during welding. FUCHS adds that it is easily removed in most wash systems, often allowing reduced cleaner usage at lower temperatures.
- RENOFORM OS 7802 — a chlorine-free, water-miscible lubricant for medium to heavy-duty applications, including severe drawing and stamping on ferrous substrates. Its lubricity and extreme-pressure additives are intended to protect tooling and components under high friction and heat, while enhanced corrosion inhibitors support in-process and storage protection. The company says the fluid is designed to resist microbial growth, supporting longer sump life in recirculating systems, and can replace many highly chlorinated products.
- RENOFORM FB 6884 — a highly chlorinated straight-oil lubricant for heavy to extreme-duty forming, including high-severity fine blanking and punching on heavy-gauge steel. Its extreme-pressure performance is said to enhance metal flow, extend tool life and produce smooth surface finishes. Boundary lubricity additives are intended to provide consistent tooling protection, while mid-range viscosity supports easier application and cleaner press operations. Enhanced corrosion inhibitors help prevent in-process corrosion and staining.