Introduction
Danfoss Easley, a supplier of mobile hydraulics for agricultural and construction equipment, faced challenges with their oxide removal baths used in cleansing hydraulic components. The quality of the cleansed manifolds was unsatisfactory, leading to inefficiencies and high resource consumption.

Problem Identification
The oxide removal baths required frequent replacement, lasting only a week, and operated at a high temperature of 70°C. This process was resource-intensive, consuming significant amounts of water and chemicals, and necessitated a cooling tunnel for component handling.

Solution Implementation
DST-CHEMICALS introduced DST-DEBURR, allowing Danfoss Easley to reduce the bath temperature to 45°C and extend the replacement cycle to once a month. This change eliminated the need for a cooling tunnel, streamlining the workflow and reducing resource consumption.

Sustainability and Quality Improvement
The new process is more environmentally friendly, using fewer chemicals and less energy, resulting in a smaller carbon footprint. The quality of the hydraulic manifolds improved, and the process became more stable and efficient.

Benefits

• Temperature reduction from 70°C to 45°C.
• Approximately 50% energy and carbon savings.
• Higher quality of components post-TEM.
• Biodegradable and sustainable solution with a reduced carbon footprint.
• Improved process stability and workflow efficiency.

Conclusion
The implementation of DST-DEBURR at Danfoss Easley resulted in a sustainable, cost-effective solution that enhanced product quality and operational efficiency, aligning with environmental goals.