Precise tool cooling without metalworking fluids.
AdaptX replaces conventional coolants with a closed-loop system that cools directly at the cutting edge. Retrofit-compatible. No metalworking fluid management.
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AdaptX was built for manufacturers facing one of two challenges.
You machine dry and your tool costs keep climbing.
Hard turning with CBN inserts is already your process. But cutting temperatures accelerate wear, and with inserts costing €20 to 70 per edge, every shortened tool life cycle hits your margin directly.
You use coolant and wonder if it is worth the trouble.
Coolant systems require constant maintenance, regular disposal, health monitoring, and floor space. Where sustainability targets or regulations are pushing change, eliminating metalworking fluids entirely becomes the goal. The challenge is keeping the process stable without them.
Precise cooling. No metalworking fluid.
AdaptX replaces conventional coolant with a closed-loop system that cools directly at the cutting edge. A small volume of sustainable fluid circulates through a cooling element mounted on the tool holder, removing heat exactly where it is generated.
Retrofit-compatible
Fits existing tool holders without modifications. No machine conversion required.
Closed loop
No fluid loss, no refills, no disposal. The system runs maintenance-free once installed.
Targeted heat removal
Cooling acts directly at the insert, where temperatures are highest and wear begins.
Cooling exactly where it counts.
A look at the system up close — from the cooling element to the thermal result at the cutting edge.
Clamping Finger
Cooling element mounted directly on the tool holder
Changeable Cooling Insert
Fits into standard tool holders without modifications
Thermal Camera View
Active cooling directly at the cutting edge
What you gain.
AdaptX delivers measurable results across three areas that matter in daily production.
Lower cost per part
Reducing cutting temperatures extends tool life significantly. With CBN inserts costing €20 to 70 per edge, fewer tool changes translate directly into lower cost per workpiece.
No metalworking fluids. No peripherals.
Conventional coolant systems come with a long list of dependencies: high-pressure units, filtration systems, regular fluid changes, disposal runs, and health monitoring. AdaptX eliminates all of it.
Healthier working environment
No aerosols, no skin contact, no coolant monitoring. Operators work in a cleaner environment, and compliance with health and safety regulations becomes straightforward.
Results that show up in production.
Measured across real machining trials with AdaptX closed-loop cooling.
up to
30%
longer tool life in hard turning
up to
90%
less CO₂ vs. conventional coolant
Zero
coolant disposal, refills or fluid management
Built for demanding machining processes.
AdaptX is a good fit for two types of applications: processes where tool costs are the bottleneck, and operations where eliminating metalworking fluids is the goal.
Hard turning of through-hardened steel, particularly with CBN or ceramic inserts
Multi-shift operations where frequent tool changes are a measurable cost driver
Companies looking to go coolant-free — driven by sustainability targets, regulatory pressure, or the goal of simpler, cleaner production
New machine investments where coolant infrastructure can be avoided from the start
Frequently asked questions.
The most common questions we hear from manufacturers considering AdaptX.
Does the system work without any lubrication? +
AdaptX provides cooling only, not lubrication. In many machining processes, particularly where thermal wear is the dominant failure mechanism, lubrication plays a much smaller role than commonly assumed. Hard turning of hardened steel is a good example: the limiting factor is heat, not lubrication. Targeted cooling is what extends tool life in these applications, and that is exactly what AdaptX is designed for.
How does the coolant differ from conventional metalworking fluids? +
AdaptX uses a sustainable, biodegradable fluid that circulates in a fully closed loop. Unlike conventional coolants, it never comes into contact with the workpiece or chips, does not require regular changes, and produces no waste requiring disposal.
Can the system be integrated into existing machines? +
Yes. AdaptX is designed as a retrofit solution. The cooling element fits existing tool holders without modifications to the machine. The compact cooling unit sits next to the machine and connects via supply and return hoses.
How does AdaptX contribute to sustainability goals? +
By eliminating conventional metalworking fluids, AdaptX removes the CO₂ emissions associated with coolant production, transport, pumping, and disposal. The system also consumes significantly less energy than conventional flood cooling. Combined, these factors can amount to a reduction of up to 90% in cooling-related emissions compared to conventional systems.
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Tell us about your application and we will assess together whether AdaptX is a good fit.
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