Founded in 1999, Metal Forming Lubricants is an Elyria, Ohio manufacturer built around economical, application-specific solutions for the metalworking industry. Its technical team develops custom lubricants for customers across the Americas, Asia, and Europe, with particular experience in rotary forging applications for aluminum wheels.
Advanced Chemical SolutionsFounded 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.ORRVILLE, 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
AML Industries, IncEstablished in 1989, AML Industries is a Warren, Ohio manufacturer known for its environmentally responsible approach to serving metalformers worldwide. The company produces AMLUBE lubricants and coatings in a 45,000-square-foot facility, with ISO 9001-certified quality practices and technical staff whose combined experience exceeds 200 years.WARREN, OH
Engineered LubricantsSince 1967, St. Louis-based Engineered Lubricants has independently manufactured lubricants and metalworking fluids, pairing custom formulations with preventative-maintenance support for industrial customers. Its in-house laboratory handles lubricant design, quality control, used-fluid monitoring and investigative analysis, while a team of 10 lubrication specialists brings more than 200 combined years of industry experience to difficult applications. The company also provides regional delivery and programs designed to extend fluid life, reduce waste and prevent equipment downtime.BANGOR, PA