Oemeta Addi-Prox: The "First Aid Kit" for Machine Sumps
The Oemeta Addi-Prox Series is the dedicated line of service additives and boosters designed to restore, adjust, and extend the life of metalworking fluids. While standard coolants are balanced at the factory, the harsh reality of the shop floor—hard water, bacteria, and tramp oil—can throw that balance off. Manufactured in Salt Lake City, Utah, Addi-Prox provides the targeted chemical tools to fix these issues tank-side, preventing premature disposal and ensuring your production keeps running.
Why Shops Keep Addi-Prox on the Shelf
The Addi-Prox platform is the "Coolant Hospital." Instead of pumping out a 300-gallon sump because of a minor issue, you can use these hospital-grade additives to bring the fluid back to spec.
1. pH & Corrosion Restoration
The Problem: Over time, biological activity or acidic water can drop your coolant's pH below 8.5. This triggers flash rust on parts and encourages "Monday Morning Stink." The Addi-Prox Solution: Products like Addi-Prox pH Booster allow you to safely raise the alkalinity of the sump back to the stable 9.0+ range. This instantly stops rust and creates an environment where bacteria cannot survive, extending the fluid's life by months.
2. Instant Foam Control
The Problem: High-pressure pumps (1,000 PSI+) or soft water can whip coolant into a bubble bath, causing sensors to trip and machines to shut down. The Addi-Prox Solution: Addi-Prox Defoamers are engineered to be "Tank-Side Stable." Unlike cheap defoamers that filter out in an hour, Oemeta defoamers knock down foam instantly and stayeffective, allowing you to run high-speed drills without overflowing the tank.
3. Hard Water Stabilization
The Problem: As water evaporates, minerals (Calcium/Magnesium) build up in the tank, causing the emulsion to split or form "calcium soaps" (cottage cheese residue). The Addi-Prox Solution: Addi-Prox Water Hardeners or Conditionersbind these minerals, preventing them from reacting with the coolant. This keeps the emulsion tight and clean, even when the water in the tank is technically harder than the initial charge.
Technical Insights: The "Prescription" Approach
Service additives are potent medicine. They must be dosed correctly.
Don't Guess—Test
Never add a service additive based on "feel."
- Check pH: If pH is < 8.5, use a pH booster.
- Check Concentration: Sometimes "foam" is just caused by running too rich (15%+). Verify with a refractometer before adding defoamer.
- Dose Slowly: Add additives in small increments (e.g., 0.1%) near the pump intake to ensure proper mixing.
Compatibility Check
Addi-Prox products are engineered to be fully compatible with Unimet, Novamet, Estramet, and Frigomet. However, if you are using a competitor's fluid, always perform a "Jar Test" (mix a small sample in a cup) to ensure compatibility before treating the whole machine.
Tech Tool Support & Availability
When you source Oemeta products through Tech Tool, you gain a national fluid management partner:
- Rapid Deployment: Inventory is stocked in US Distribution Centers (Pails and Jugs) for immediate dispatch.
- Fluid Lab Access: Get free access to our Fluid Maintenance Lab. Send us a sample, and we will tell you exactly which Addi-Prox product you need and how much to add.
- Compliance Ready: We provide dedicated SDS compliance support for safety managers.
Recommended Equipment
Service additives require precise manual dosing.
- Measuring: Use a graduated Beaker or Pitcher (do not pour directly from the pail).
- Verification: Use pH Test Strips to monitor the effect of the booster.
- Safety: Always wear gloves and eye protection when handling concentrated boosters.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Additiv and Addi-Prox?
A: Additiv is a component of the Hycut system (you use it every day). Addi-Prox is a service booster for fixing problems in any coolant (you use it only when needed). Think of Additiv as "Food" and Addi-Prox as "Medicine."
Can I use Addi-Prox to kill bacteria?
A: Some Addi-Prox products are biostable boosters that help inhibit growth by raising pH. However, if you need a registered "Biocide" to kill a heavy fungal infestation, specific regulations apply. Contact our lab for the EPA-registered protocol for your state.
How much Defoamer should I add?
A: Very little. Oemeta defoamers are concentrated. Start with 0.01% to 0.05% (often just a few ounces for a standard sump). Over-dosing defoamer can actually destabilize the coolant, so start small and wait 15 minutes.
