International projects
Transitioning to a waste-free production – international cryogenic+MQL machining activity
Researchers (1)
| no. |
Code |
Name and surname |
Research area |
Role |
Period |
No. of publicationsNo. of publications |
| 1. |
26559 |
PhD Franci Pušavec |
Manufacturing technologies and systems |
Head |
2023 |
610 |
Organisations (1)
Abstract
High-value manufacturers looking for a competitive machining advantage need better cooling and lubrication that does not require substantial machine tool refits.
With CRYO-MQL, end-users get state-of-the art (i) liquid nitrogen (LN2) and (ii) liquid carbon dioxide (LCO2) as a machining coolant – combined with solutions to deliver minimum-quantity lubrication (MQL) to a cutting zone for applications demanding higher productivity (faster material removal, longer tool life), and enhanced quality. Developed through extensive fundamental research, LN2+MQL and CO2+MQL bring the patented methods of cooling and lubrication to end-use applications, enhancing developed solutions from TRL6 to TRL8. Demonstrated through pilots in the medical, aerospace, and steel-manufacturing industries, the realized KPIs and “technology-integration” solutions the CRYO-MQL offers, the end-users will be able to implement the technology (previously considered out of reach) in their plants easier than ever.
