Industry is action. It's the forging of red hot metal. The hydraulic action in a die cast machine. Gear turning gear transmitting power. And the reduction of speeding metal in a rolling mill operation.

 These are the machines that can't afford to stop. Because industry is only productive when it's in action. That's why for over a century, industry has relied on Houghton International for metalworking products. And a comprehensive approach to problem solving that keeps industry moving.

 At Houghton, our solutions to your problems start with understanding. Before we recommend any product, one of our field engineers will visit you on-site. To listen to your needs. And determine the unique factors involved in your particular operation.

 Based on that understanding, we'll answer your needs by drawing from the Houghton line - the complete line of metalworking products, hydraulic fluids and specialized lubricants detailed in this catalog. Proven products, formulated to perform under the most difficult conditions, deliver optimum protection against wear and corrosion and meet the most demanding environmental standards.

 Because we're constantly enhancing the Houghton line through continual research and development, you can be sure that these solutions offer the optimum in performance and safety.

Of course, Houghton solutions don't end with specifying a product. We continue to take an active involvement. By assisting you in establishing operating parameters. Supplying you with up-dated application information. And supporting you with on-going technical assistance and fluid maintenance programs which lower your overall costs.

 The result: a fully integrated program of products and services customized to answer your needs and enhance your productivity.

 That's why you can continue to count on the Houghton line. For solutions that keep your operation profitable. By keeping it in action. For more information on any of Houghton's products or services, contact us today.