In an exclusive partnership, Houghton and SMS will leverage their research and development resources to develop advanced metal rolling oils, and Houghton will become the exclusive distributor of oils for SMS mill equipment, the companies said.

As a result, SMS will be able to offer a complete package of rolling mill technology, including advanced cooling lubricants. Houghton, meanwhile, will see greater business opportunities through the partnership. 
 
“We are pleased to announce this exclusive partnership, as SMS and Houghton are leaders in the field of metal rolling equipment and fluids,” said Marcello Boldrini, Houghton's president for global metals and mining and Asia.
 
“We now offer the only engineering and lubrication solution to global metal manufacturers, which enables us to provide the most advanced and targeted solutions to our customers.”
 
Rüdiger Holz, SMS vice president for flat cold rolling mills, said the partnership will allow the two companies to provide innovative solutions for their shared customers worldwide.