Quaker Houghton (NYSE:KWR) (NYSE:KWR) is a global provider of industrial process fluids and services. The company develops, manufactures and supplies chemical formulations used to improve performance, efficiency, safety and product quality in manufacturing and metalworking operations.
Its product portfolio includes metal-removal and metal-forming fluids, hydraulic and specialty fluids, industrial cleaners, coatings, corrosion preventives and fire-resistant fluids. Quaker Houghton also provides fluid-management programs, technical support, equipment and related services designed to help customers manage industrial processes and maintenance requirements.
The company serves customers in industries including steel, aluminum, automotive, aerospace, mining, machinery and other general manufacturing markets. Quaker Houghton operates internationally, supporting customers through a global network of production facilities, laboratories, sales offices and technical personnel.
The company was created through the 2019 combination of Quaker Chemical and Houghton International. Quaker Chemical traces its origins to 1918, while Houghton International was established in 1865. Quaker Houghton is headquartered in Conshohocken, Pennsylvania.
