QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™
Digitally Optimizing Fluids and Processes.
Hardware overview
QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™
Digitally optimizing fluids and process.
A fully digital and automated solution, QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™ provides real-time monitoring and control of fluid performance and cost, giving you quick, accurate, and actionable insights.
Customizable, scalable, and easily integrated into your manufacturing, it enhances production and sustainability by driving down waste, risk, and total cost of ownership. This is the intelligent future of fluids.
REDUCE IMPROVE
→ Fluids consumption
→ Energy costs and waste
→ Rework and rejects
→ Unplanned downtime and maintenance
→ Health & Safety risks
→ The Total Cost of Ownership
→ Equipment and tool life
→ Machine and human productivity
→ Efficiency and predictive maintenance
→ Sustainability performance
→ Data and decision-making
→ Sustainability performance
QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™
Measure. Control. Optimize.
Digitally Optimizing Fluids and Process using Quaker Houghton’s complete ecosystem.
MEASURE
Measure the most impactful parameters accurately, efficiently, and effectively
CONTROL
Control the parameters to specification using seamless and reliable automation
OPTIMIZE
Optimize your process performance by ensuring the best fluid performance
QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™
QH FLUIDMONITOR™
QH FLUIDMONITOR™
Family of products designed to automatically measure key fluid and process parameters in real time.
QH FLUIDMONITOR™ MODEL SEGMENT FLUID TYPE
QH FLUIDMONITOR™ GL Multiple Water dilutable coolants, stamping fluids, quenchants, HFA hydraulic fluids
QH FLUIDMONITOR™ RM Multiple Process Lubricants
QH FLUIDMONITOR™ GQ Multiple Water dilutable coolants, neat cutting oils, stamping fluids, quenchants, HFA hydraulic fluids
MEASURES
Concentration
Volume, Flow, Tank Level
Flow, Pressure, Temperature
Benefits
→ Reduces labor and worker exposure from manual sampling and analysis
→ Eliminates turnaround time for laboratory analysis of samples, enabling more immediate action
→ Facilitates reporting and alerts of real-time, cloud connected data
QH FLUIDMONITOR™ GL
An inline device that continuously measures fluid concentration of water-dilutable fluids via refractive index. Provides true concentration range, instead of only Brix value, via green/yellow/red LED indicator lights.
Benefits
→ Continuous, automated fluid quality monitoring
→ Reduces fluid costs and extends tool life
→ Reduces labor and worker exposure from manual sampling
→ Eliminates turnaround time for laboratory analysis of samples
→ Real-time data, reporting, and remote alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™
QH FLUIDMONITOR™ RM
A device for real-time monitoring of water and lubricant flow rates and dilution volumes. Features two flow meters easily plumbed into existing water and lubricant supply lines.
Benefits
→ Accurate monitoring of fluid dilution ratio
→ Real-time data, reporting, and remote alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™ PARAMETER
QH FLUIDMONITOR™ GQ
Long-lasting, 3-in-1 sensor designed to withstand fast-flowing, abrasive media common in grinding applications. Used in conjunction with QH GRINDAIX Nozzles.
Benefits
→ Ensures delivery of coolant precisely at the right time,right speed, right quantity
→ Minimizes fluid consumption and waste
→ Less maintenance and downtime than traditional flow meters
→ Real-time data, insights, and remote alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™ PARAMETER
Operating Parameters and Accuracy:
Up to 150 (l/min (± 2 %) Up to 40 gpm
0 – 16 bar (± 2 % FS)
0 – 232 psi
0-60° C (32°-142° F)
Mounting Method Flange mounting DN25 (1’’) N32 (1 ¼”)
QH FLUID INTELLIGENCE™
QH FLUIDCONTROL™
QH FLUIDCONTROL™
Family of products designed to automatically measure and control key fluid and process parameters.
Benefits
→ Reduces labor and worker exposure from manual sampling & top-up
→ Eliminates turnaround time for laboratory analysis of samples
→ Facilitates real-time data, reporting, and remote alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™. Integrated with automated control technologies to keep fluid within specified process control limits
QH FLUIDCONTROL™
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ XMS 100
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ XMS Multiple Water dilutable coolants, stamping fluids, quenchants, HFA & HFC hydraulic fluids
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ XMS 200
Temperature, pH
Concentration
Conductivity
Temperature, pH
Concentration
Concentration Tank level
Conductivity Concentration Tank level
Turbidity, pH
Temperature
Concentration
Conductivity, Sump level
Concentration
Concentration
pH, Tank level
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ LMS Steel cold rolling Process lubricants
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ MIDAS
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ MILAS Steel cold rolling Steel hot rolling Process lubricants
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ WMS 100 Surface treatment Cleaners/washer chemicals
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ WMS 150 Beverage can washer process
Temperature
Conductivity Concentration
Temperature, Flow Pressure Volume, Flow Concentration
Temperature, pH
Conductivity Concentration
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ PLA Die casting Plunger lubricants Known dispense capacity Volume
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ DAS 150
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ DAS 150D Die casting Process lubricants
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ DAS 180 Die casting Process lubricants
Concentration Pressure, Flow Concentration Pressure
Concentration Pressure Concentration Pressure
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ XMS
An integrated, closed-loop system to measure and control key fluid and process parameters for water-dilutable fluids. Options available for sensor clean-in-place capability.
Benefits
→ Continuous fluid quality control
→ Lower fluid costs and longer tool life
→ Eliminates labor and worker exposure from manual sampling and top-up
→ Eliminates turnaround time for laboratory analysis of samples
→ Real-time data, reporting, and remote alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ XMS 100
An integrated, closed loop system to automatically measure and control key fluid and process parameters for waterdilutable fluids. Options available for sensor clean-in-place capability. Uses refractive index-based sensor technology.
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PARAMETER RANGE
Power input
EU Variant: 220 -1ph VAC, 50Hz, 13MAX. A
US Variant: 110V - 1ph VAC, 60Hz, 16MAX. A Operating
Benefits
→ Continuous and uniform monitoring and control of fluid concentration
→ Reduced fluid cost from optimizing fluid consumption; fewer sump side additives required
→ Longer tool life from optimized fluid performance
→ Eliminates labor and worker exposure from manual sampling and top-up
→ Eliminates turnaround time for laboratory analysis of samples
→ Minimized waste treatment
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ XMS 200
An integrated, closed loop system to automatically measure and control key fluid and process parameters for waterdilutable fluids. Uses spectroscopy-based sensor technology measuring direct carbon content. Suitable for large centralized systems or systems with multiple sumps.
Benefits
→ Continuous and uniform monitoring and control of fluid concentration
→ Enhanced accuracy compared to typical refractometry and wet chemistry methods
→ Provides Fluid Health Indicator not measured by typical methods
Segments
Multiple
Measures
Turbidity,
Temperature
Concentration
Conductivity, Sump level
Controls
Concentration, pH Tank level
Power input EU Variant: 220 -1ph VAC, 50Hz, 13MAX. A US Variant: 110V - 1ph VAC, 60Hz, 16MAX. A
→ Reduced fluid cost from optimizing fluid consumption; fewer sump side additives required
→ Longer tool life from optimized fluid performance
→ Eliminates labor and worker exposure from manual sampling and top-up
→ Eliminates turnaround time for laboratory analysis of samples
→ Minimized waste treatment
→ Real-time data, reporting, and remote alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™ PARAMETER
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ LMS
A closed loop system for measuring and controlling key emulsion parameters in rolling mills. Measures concentration and temperature for up to 3 emulsion systems. Can integrate with existing oil dosing pumps to control concentration. Also features automatic sensor cleaning to reduce manual labor.
PARAMETER RANGE
Power input 100 – 240VAC 1ph, 50/60Hz, 16A
Operating parameters:
Concentration
Temperature 1 – 6 % 40 – 60 °C (104 – 140°F)
Concentration accuracy ±0.1%
Benefits
→ Continuous fluid quality control
→ Lower fluid costs and longer tool life
→ Eliminates labor and worker exposure from manual sampling and top-up
→ Eliminates turnaround time for laboratory analysis of samples
→ Real-time data, reporting, and remote alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™
Segments
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ MIDAS
A fully automated mixing and application system for direct spraying of water-based emulsions in cold and hot rolling mills. Enables quick responses to changes in rolling conditions by immediate adjustment to lubrication set-up and application.
Benefits
→ Increases roll speed
→ Decreases roll forces
→ Improves surface quality
→ Reduces fluid and energy consumption
→ Real-time data, reporting, and remote alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ MILAS
A fully automated application system that combines air and oil to deliver a consistent and controlled level of lubrication. Provides lubricant on-demand with an instant start/stop function for controlling rolling oil flow and volume. Features an innovative, adjustable flow function to ensure the correct level of oil is applied to meet specific demands of the material or rolling process.
PARAMETER RANGE
Power input 380 VAC 3ph, 50/60Hz, 16A
Spray flow rate 60 – 1,200 lph (15.8 – 317 gph)
Spray header width Customized to suit
Benefits
→ Increases roll speed
→ Decreases roll forces
→ Improves surface quality
→ Reduces fluid and energy consumption
→ Real-time data, reporting, and remote alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ WMS 100
A fully automated central control system for managing the cleaning and rinsing stages in surface finishing washers. It uses robust sensor technology to continuously measure process parameters and reliably control the concentration of cleaners and rinse baths. Options are available for rinse water quality control and water/wastewater reduction.
Benefits
→ Ensures clean surfaces that are ready for paint lines
→ Accurate concentration management of surface finishing chemicals
→ Accurate control of rinse washer rinse stages
PARAMETER RANGE
Power input 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 16A
Temperature 2 – 70 °C (36 – 158°F)
→ Real-time data, reporting, and remote alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™
QH FLUIDCONTROL
A fully automated central control system for managing the cleaning stages of aluminum beverage can washer chemicals. It uses robust sensor technology to continuously measure process parameters and reliably control the dosage of multiple cleaners. Options are available for rinse water quality control, chlorine control, and water/wastewater reduction.
PARAMETER
Power input 100-240VAC, 50/60Hz, 16A
Global beverage can manufacturer saves on maintenance and replacement parts
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ PLA
An advanced plunger lubricant applicator system that delivers up to 10 liters/hr of plunger lubricant in either drop or spray form. Accurately controlled and calibrated to give precise volumes of Quaker Houghton lubricants.
PARAMETER RANGE
Benefits
→ Accurate and repeatable lubricant concentration
→ Compatible with a wide range of lubricant types and viscosities
→ Small form factor
→ Real-time data, reporting, and remote alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™
Find out more → Success Story.
Automotive die casting manufacturer reduces 20% in operational costs
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ DAS 150
An advanced mobile die lubricant/ water mixing and delivery system with exceptional stability of lubricant dilution. It mixes and stores batches of neat lubricant and water, while continuously monitoring concentration to an accuracy of ±0.1%.
PARAMETER
Power input 200 – 220 VAC 1ph, 50/60Hz, 9.6A
Benefits
→ Accurate and repeatable lubricant concentration
→ Can be connected to multiple die casting machines
→ Logs key parameters (dilution, pressure and flowrate) for every shot
→ Small batch mixing volumes minimizes risk of bacterial growth
→ Real-time data, reporting, and alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™
Operating parameters:
Max. peak flowrate
Max. constant flowrate
Max. pressure
to 120 lpm (31.7 gpm)
to 50 lpm (13.3 gpm)
bar (108.7 psi)
Dilution ratio 1:20 – 1:300 Capacity 80 Liters (21.1 gal) Dilution accuracy ±0.1%
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ DAS 150D
An advanced mobile die lubricant/ water mixing and delivery system with exceptional stability of lubricant dilution. It mixes and stores batches of neat lubricant and water, while continuously monitoring concentration to an accuracy of ±0.1%. Has a dedicated outlet for Micro Spray of MQL lubricants and flexibility to apply both product types at the same time to different die casting cells.
Benefits
→ Accurate and repeatable lubricant concentration
→ Can be connected to multiple die casting machines
→ Logs key parameters (dilution, pressure and flowrate) for every shot
→ Small batch mixing volumes minimizes risk of bacterial growth
→ Real-time data, reporting, and alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™
Power input 200 – 220 VAC 1ph, 50/60Hz, 9.6A
Operating parameters:
Max. peak flowrate
Max. constant flowrate
Max. pressure
Max. MQL flowrate
QH FLUIDCONTROL™ DAS 180
A centralized fully automatic die lubricant/ water mixing and delivery system with exceptional stability of lubricant dilution. Mixes and stores batches of neat lubricant and water, while continuously monitoring concentration to an accuracy of ±0.1%.
PARAMETER
Power input
EU: 380 VAC 3ph, 50Hz, 7.8A
US: 480 VAC 3ph, 60Hz, 6.9A
Operating parameters:
Max. peak flowrate
Max. constant flowrate
Max. pressure
Benefits
→ Accurate and repeatable lubricant concentration
→ Can be connected to multiple die casting machines
→ Logs dilution and pressure for every lubricant shot
→ Minimizes risk of bacterial growth due to use of small batch mixing volumes
→ Real-time data, reporting, and remote alerts via QH FLUIDTREND™
