Specialist in industrial lubricants, metalworking fluids and emulsion management with over 65 years of experience
KSM BV
Herten (NL)New on Amplifa
About KSM
KSM BV is a provider specialized in lubrication and maintenance based in Herten in the Netherlands and can look back on more than 65 years of experience. The company supplies industrial lubricants, food-grade lubricants, metalworking fluids as well as oil-free, water-based metalworking fluids (Aquaslide) and is an authorized distributor of Castrol, an official distributor of Quaker Houghton, and a supplier of Shell, Fuchs, Klüber, Apiezon and Belki. The service portfolio includes 24/7 fully automated emulsion management (eMonitor/eMix), oil analyses including ferrography and particle counting according to ISO/NAS, fluid management, filtration systems for process fluids, machine cleaning, machine lubrication, disposal of used oils and emulsions, as well as training and consulting according to the RCL method. KSM supports machine manufacturers (OEM) as early as the engineering phase with lubricant specifications and additionally supplies MRO departments. Industries include, among others, metalworking, mechanical engineering, the food industry, aerospace, petrochemicals, hydraulic engineering and machining with cleanliness requirements (lithography/semiconductor). Deliveries start from 20 liters including mix pallets.
- Site
- CV Herten
- Processes
- 24/7 fully automated emulsion management (measuring and topping up pH, conductivity, concentration,, Oil analyses (sampling, analysis, reporting incl. ferrography and particle counting ISO/NAS), Disposal of used/spent oil, emulsions and sludge mixtures, Machine cleaning, Machine lubrication (lubrication-related maintenance, lubrication schedules), Training & consulting on lubrication-related maintenance (on-site company training), Belki equipment for separation and filtration of process fluids, Oil-free (hydrocarbon-free) water-based machining with Aquaslide metalworking fluid
- Materials
- Aluminum extrusion profiles, Aluminum alloys, Stainless steel, Titanium, Magnesium alloys, Fiber-reinforced composites, Iron, Inconel
- Certificates
- ISO 9001:2015
- Industries
- Metal industry/metalworking, Mechanical engineering (OEM/MRO), Food industry, Aerospace, Petrochemicals, Semiconductor/lithography (clean machining)
- 01
Consulting and lubricant specification (RCL)
- 02
Delivery of lubricants and metalworking fluids from 20 liters
- 03
24/7 fully automated emulsion management (eMonitor/eMix)
- 04
Monitoring, oil analyses and laboratory reports
- 05
Machine cleaning and machine lubrication
- 06
Filtration and conditioning of process fluids
- 07
Disposal of used oils, emulsions and sludge mixtures
- 08
Training and instruction of maintenance personnel
Products, Materials and Applications
Aquaslide – oil-free water-based metalworking fluid
Hydrocarbon-free metalworking fluid for clean machining of aluminum, titanium, Inconel and stainless steel without HIO elements.
Castrol industrial lubricants and metalworking fluids
Product range for forming oils, cutting oils, water-mixable machining fluids, hydraulic and gear oils.
Quaker Houghton metalworking fluids
Boron- and formaldehyde-free emulsion, cutting, quenching, EDM and cleaning fluids.
Shell industrial lubricants
Machine oils such as Morlina S2 for spindle and circulation lubrication in the Netherlands and Belgium.
Fuchs Cassida food-grade lubricants
Food-grade lubricants for the food industry.
Klüber specialty lubricants
Around 2,000 specialty lubricants and greases for specialized industrial applications.
Belki filtration systems
Systems for the separation and filtration of process fluids, from oil separation to central systems.
Locations
Herten
NLHeadquarters
- Materials
- Lubricants and metalworking fluids for aluminum, steel, stainless steel, titanium and plastics machining
- eMonitor (emulsion measuring system)
- eMix (emulsion dosing system)
- OpEx Maint Tribo (maintenance software)
- Belki Smart Unit (filtration)
Inside the production
Industries
Processes & technical limits
| Processes | Tolerance | Max. part | Weight | Lot size | Materials |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | – | – | – | – | Aluminum alloys, Magnesium alloys, Fiber-reinforced composites, Iron, Stainless steel, Titanium |
| Engineering | – | – | – | – | – |
| 24/7 fully automated emulsion management (measuring and topping up pH, conductivity, concentration,Engineering | – | – | – | – | – |
| Oil analyses (sampling, analysis, reporting incl. ferrography and particle counting ISO/NAS)Testing | – | – | – | – | – |
| Disposal of used/spent oil, emulsions and sludge mixturesEngineering | – | – | – | – | – |
| Machine cleaningSurface | – | – | – | – | – |
| Machine lubrication (lubrication-related maintenance, lubrication schedules)Assembly | – | – | – | – | – |
| Training & consulting on lubrication-related maintenance (on-site company training)Engineering | – | – | – | – | – |
| Belki equipment for separation and filtration of process fluidsEngineering | – | – | – | – | – |
| Oil-free (hydrocarbon-free) water-based machining with Aquaslide metalworking fluidEngineering | – | – | – | – | Aluminum, Titanium, Inconel, Stainless steel |
| Clean machining / cleanliness control (Grade 2, HIO-free, Omneo certification consulting)Engineering | – | – | – | – | – |
| Lubricant specifications/lubrication schedules for machine manufacturers (OEM support, MRO supply)Engineering | – | – | – | – | – |
| Supply of EDM fluids (electrical discharge machining)Engineering | – | – | – | – | – |
| Supply of cleaners/degreasersSurface | – | – | – | – | – |
4 Anlagen & Maschinen
| Machine | Manufacturer / model | Quantity | Working area | Year built | Site |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fully automated emulsion measuring system (eMonitor) | KSM eMonitor | – | – | – | – |
| Fully automated emulsion dosing system (eMix) | KSM eMix | – | – | – | – |
| Filtration/separation equipment for process fluids (Smart Unit) | Belki Smart Unit | – | – | – | – |
| Maintenance software package (OpEx Maint Tribo) | KSM OpEx Maint Tribo | – | – | – | – |
Additional services
Reference customers
Quality
KSM is certified according to ISO 9001:2015 (certificate NL-7582, issued by QualityMasters). Oil and emulsion analyses are carried out in cooperation with a brand-independent laboratory, including ferrography and particle counting according to ISO and NAS cleanliness classes.
| Evidence | Herten |
|---|---|
| ISO 9001:2015 |
History
Over 65 years of experience as a partner for lubrication and maintenance (as of website 2024/2025)
- 2022
Introduction of Aquaslide, an oil-free, water-based metalworking fluid, to the Benelux market
- 2024
Successful recertification according to ISO 9001:2015 by QualityMasters (certificate NL-7582, 23.09.2024)