Founded in 2001 by two longtime metalworking-lubricant professionals, Advanced Chemical Solutions makes metalworking fluids and develops tailored formulas for demanding machining applications. The Orrville-based company distinguishes itself from larger brands by pairing more than 60 years of its founders’ field experience with application-specific blends and practical fluid-management support, including for exotic materials and both large central systems and small shops.
Advanced Fluids IncFounded by Emil Rosul in Cleveland in 1996, Advanced Fluids Inc. manufactures specialty metalworking fluids, including industrial coolants, lubricants, and cleaners. The company develops application-specific formulations for machining and cleaning operations, while also mixing, packaging, and shipping private-label products across the United States and internationally. Its small-company approach emphasizes flexible batch sizes, quick turnaround, and direct help matching a fluid to the customer’s process.CLEVELAND, OH
Clark Oil & ChemicalSince 1912, Cleveland-based Clark Oil & Chemical has blended and developed metalworking fluids, pairing a full-service laboratory with production that can handle both transport batches and individual drum prototypes. Its specialty is application-specific formulation, with technical staff working directly with customers on demanding machining, forming, and stamping operations. Clark serves industries ranging from automotive to nuclear energy and medical-device manufacturing, and ships its products worldwide.CLEVELAND, OH
Advanced Chemical Concepts, IncIncorporated in 2006, Advanced Chemical Concepts, Inc. supplies and custom-designs chemical solutions, including high-performance additives for metalworking and industrial lubricants. The company pairs technical assistance and field work with supply-chain support, serving customers from strategic stocking locations throughout the upper Midwest. Its team brings more than 100 years of combined experience in producing, selling and managing chemicals and chemical companies.STRONGSVILLE, OH
International Chemical CompanyFour generations of family leadership have kept Philadelphia’s International Chemical Company family-owned and family-operated since its founding in 1906. The century-old specialty chemical manufacturer is known for custom-formulating metalworking fluids around the specific needs of manufacturers, backed by technical evaluations and on-site testing.PHILADELPHIA, PA