RUSTSEAL 55 SX3 Solves Rust & Safety Issues in Crankshaft Manufacturing

Achieved 0% Rust Rejections and 12-Month Component Preservation in Crankshaft Manufacturing

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About The Company

A leading multinational crankshaft manufacturer with a production facility in India faced severe rusting issues during domestic supplies to OEMs. The company had been using a high-oil-content rust preventive from a German supplier.

Challenges

Rust spots developed on crankshafts after 1–1.5 months, leading to OEM rejections.
Existing product created wet and slippery shopfloors due to oil spillage from stacked parts.
Long drying time at ambient temperature and inefficient dipping tank design compounded the problem.
Improper handling practices (no gloves, no VCI packaging) further increased rust risk.

Solution

The Lubeco team introduced improvised RUSTSEAL 55 SX3, a fast-drying, dry-to-touch rust preventive with superior performance:

Rust protection up to 6–12 months (ASTM B117: 72 hrs, ASTM D1748: 720 hrs)
Flash Point of 45°C, enabling quick evaporation and clean surfaces
Recommended conical dipping tank with drain valve for efficient drainage and cleanliness
Enforced SOPs including use of nitrile gloves during handling

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