Global trends point towards enhanced focus on lightweight metals and innovative alloys, with metalworking fluids playing a crucial role in the processing and machining of these materials. This sector’s consistent expansion aligns with India’s rising industrial production rates, leading to an annual uptick in demand for metalworking fluids, especially as the country gears up for sophisticated manufacturing operations that demand high-quality, specialized fluids. Driven by sustainability goals from multinational corporations operating in India, there is a transition from traditional mineral-based products to semi-synthetic, fully synthetic, and even biodegradable formulations. However, water quality is a pressing issue, coupled with lack of technical knowledge to choose the right fluid for specific applications. To address these challenges, Arabian Petroleum focuses on educating customers, emphasizing the importance of using high-quality water and managing coolants correctly.
Engineered to Endure
Arabian Petroleum is a leading Indian manufacturer and supplier of industrial lubricants and metalworking fluids, specializing in advanced solutions for various industries under its Arzol brand. With a strong commitment to quality and innovation, the company offers a wide range of oils, greases, and coolants designed to improve machine performance, reduce downtime, and extend equipment life across applications. “Our bio-stable fluid formulations are designed to withstand bacterial degradation and tolerate India’s varied water hardness levels, ensuring longer-lasting performance”, says Manan Mehta, Director, Arabian Petroleum.
Its offerings include formulations for cutting oils, soluble oils, and synthetic fluids that are suitable for high-performance machining applications.
Sustainable Solutions Hub
Arabian Petroleum emphasizes quality and performance across its product line, aiming to deliver reliable solutions that meet the stringent demands of the manufacturing sector. Its R&D department is dedicated to developing solutions that are customer-specific and adaptable to unique process requirements. The company’s expert technical team performs process mapping to ensure the right product matches each customer’s needs, and if existing products fall short, the R&D team can tailor formulations accordingly. The company’s training programs reinforce this sustainable approach, educating customers on the proper disposal of fluids to mitigate environmental risks and prevent water contamination.
With over 100 years of cumulative experience, the R&D team operates out of an ISO 17025-accredited lab equipped with state-of-the-art facilities that meet Indian Standards for metalworking fluid testing. Its closed-loop manufacturing system minimizes waste, and new products are designed with low emissions and low volatile organic compounds (VOCs) to support customer sustainability goals. In addition, the company’s R&D team is working on products utilizing re-refined base oils (RRBO), which could represent a transformative step forward in sustainable cutting fluids. The company also leads in efforts to minimize its carbon footprint, utilizing recycled oils and supporting a sustainable ecosystem for smaller players in the industry.
Arabian Petroleum emphasizes quality and performance across its product line, aiming to deliver reliable solutions that meet the stringent demands of the manufacturing sector
Since its inception, Arabian Petroleum has achieved a steady compound annual growth rate (CAGR) exceeding 20 percent, driven by a strong foothold in metalworking fluids and a strategy of backward integration. By producing its own additives, the company has been able to control costs and respond to customer needs with customized solutions. This capability has enabled the company to expand its market share and maintain a cost advantage. It plans to introduce a range of biodegradable products and explore the development of smart fluids to optimize cost-per-component for customers. Expansion plans include establishing a robust export presence, with strategic partnerships with distribution houses specializing in cutting fluids and tooling solutions. Through its comprehensive R&D initiatives, sustainable product innovations, and robust customer training programs, Arabian Petroleum is prepared to continue its growth in India and beyond.
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