Code of Practice for Metalworking Fluids (Institute of Petroleum code of practice)

A Code of Practice giving general recommendations covering all aspects of handling fluids used as lubricants or coolants in metalworking processes. These processes may be metal removal by cutting or abrasion, or metal forming by punching, deep drawing, ironing, power spinning, wire drawing, forging, extrusion, stamping and rolling. It aims to promote effective and economic use of these fluids, to promote good working conditions and hygiene standards, to minimize health hazards and to minimize environmental pollution. The text deals with both main classes of metalworking fluids, neat oils and water-mix fluids. This Code replaces that which was published in 1978, and covers the many developments which have taken place in the industry since the original was published.