BYK USA

Even the most basic lubricants and metalworking fluids are made of complex formulations, and the applications they’re used in are becoming increasingly specialized. As a result, performance requirements for lubricants and metalworking fluids continue to grow.

BYK offers a range of additives that optimize the properties of lubricants and metalworking fluids, ensuring maximized efficiency and performance. BYK additives can be used individually, enabling considerable flexibility in the formulation as well as a tailor-made customization of the system properties.

BYK is continuously developing and producing specialty chemical additives for lubricants, metalworking fluids, and greases. Our additive portfolio for the lubricant and grease industry includes:

• Defoamers for metalworking fluids
• Defoamers for oil-based lubricants
• Organoclay thickeners for greases
• Dispersants for solid lubricants (e.g. graphite, boron nitride)
• Wax-based products for dry-film lubricants
• Wax-based products for mold release applications
• Wax-based products for temporary corrosion protection