BECHEM CoolPilot
The cool pilot that monitors and controls your cooling lubricant.
In industrial manufacturing, quality isn’t just evident in the finished component. It begins much earlier: in stable processes, in reliable media, and in controlled parameters. Process reliability becomes a critical factor, especially where cooling lubricants operate daily under varying conditions.
After all, cooling lubricants are much more than just a working fluid. They cool, lubricate, and protect tools and workpieces, and they influence surface quality, tool life, and the stability of entire manufacturing processes. At the same time, their properties change during operation. Concentration, pH, conductivity, temperature, and refractive index must remain within the correct range to ensure that production runs reliably over the long term.
This is where the BECHEM CoolPilot series comes in.
BECHEM CoolPilot IQ 2
With the BECHEM CoolPilot IQ 2, BECHEM CoolPilot IQ 5, and BECHEM CoolPilot C 5, BECHEM offers intelligent systems for monitoring, controlling, and automating cooling lubricant processes. Manual control evolves into a transparent, documented, and automated process. Individual measurement values provide a continuous picture of the fluid’s condition. And reactive maintenance gives way to active fluid management, which detects deviations early and keeps processes stable.
BECHEM CoolPilot IQ 2 is the compact solution for the continuous monitoring of key coolant parameters. As a stationary measurement system, the product can be used—depending on requirements—with an integrated pump, a measurement valve for fluid analysis, or as a standalone refill solution. During operation, key parameters such as concentration, pH, and temperature are recorded. If deviations from defined threshold values occur, a reliable alert is issued via the display and electrical interfaces.
BECHEM CoolPilot IQ 5
Continuous monitoring provides real-time information on whether the cooling lubricant is operating within the optimal range and whether the process remains stable. This allows deviations to be detected more quickly and quality-related data to be reliably documented.
BECHEM CoolPilot IQ 5 takes this approach a step further. The system is designed for the automated monitoring and control of the coolant supply. In addition to pH, conductivity, refractive index, and temperature, target concentrations and tank levels can be maintained at a constant level. To achieve this, coolant concentrate is automatically replenished and pre-mixed emulsion is added.
The BECHEM CoolPilot IQ 5 goes beyond mere measurement to become the central control unit for modern fluid management. The system can operate independently in central systems or be combined with other controllers. It also monitors multiple measurement points, automatically detects deviations, and supports low-maintenance continuous operation through intelligent flushing processes. Especially in interconnected or decentralized systems, the combination of measurement, evaluation, control, and documentation ensures greater transparency and control.
BECHEM CoolPilot C 5
This system logic is supplemented by the BECHEM CoolPilot C 5. The device automatically supplies and monitors up to two cooling lubricant tanks. It monitors the tank level, automatically refills the tanks, and, when used in conjunction with a proportional mixer, ensures precise fluid supply. Errors are indicated via status LEDs and fieldbus interfaces.
When used in conjunction with the BECHEM CoolPilot IQ 5, this results in a clear division of roles: The central unit monitors and controls, while the BECHEM CoolPilot C 5 carries out the tasks. This makes it possible to automate refill and supply processes directly at the tanks. The result is a modular system that can be adapted to different plant configurations.
Prozesssicherheit im Zusammenspiel
The BECHEM CoolPilot series combines automated monitoring with consistent process reliability and digitally accessible quality data. Deviations are detected early, manual checks are reduced, and manufacturing processes are controlled more reliably. This results in transparent, Industry 4.0-compatible fluid management that actively contributes to manufacturing quality.
The BECHEM CoolPilot series makes process conditions visible and controllable. This transforms coolant management into a controlled competitive advantage.
