The oiling treatment of metal surfaces is a technique used for temporary protection against corrosion and to facilitate mechanical processing stages, such as stamping, shearing and industrial cutting. This process is mainly applied to carbon steel, iron and metal alloys immediately after washing or pickling operations to prevent oxidation during storage, transport or between processing stages.
The protective oils used can be mineral, synthetic or biocompatible and may be supplemented with additives to increase their anti-corrosive and anti-tear properties. The effectiveness of the treatment depends on the compatibility between the oil and the metal, the method of application and the correct preliminary cleaning of the surface, factors that affect the duration of the protection and the final result.
It is particularly widespread in the metallurgical, automotive, mechanical and naval sectors and in the production of industrial components, where dry or wet protection guarantees the dimensional and chemical integrity of the products. The most commonly used oiling systems consist of conveyor belts, spray booths, immersion systems or recycling tanks, which allow uniform application of the oil film on the surface and recovery of the oils. Some systems integrate mechanical actions such as vibration or rotation to improve product distribution and optimise cycle times.
Ceever designs and manufactures automated, programmable oiling systems that can be integrated with production management systems (MES).
