Business Details
18 Years
experience
Cutting Fluid Recycling Experts in New Hampshire
Founded in 2008, re:cool has established itself as New England's premier provider of cutting fluid management and recycling services. Our mission centers on delivering sustainable solutions that benefit both the environment and our clients' bottom lines. Through a patented process developed by our founder Woody Bigos, we specialize in recycling cutting fluids and metal chips, extracting up to 30% trapped coolant from machining byproducts. Our ISO 14001-certified operations eliminate hazardous waste disposal needs while reducing clients' fluid management costs by up to 85%. With a proactive approach to coolant quality monitoring, we maintain manufacturer specifications through daily reporting and laboratory testing. Our full-service model eliminates the need for client investment in equipment or personnel, offering flexible scheduling and on-site technical support.By separating tramp oils for lubricant reuse and processing metals into high-value briquettes, we create environmental value through resource conservation. Our proven implementation strategy allows gradual adoption of our recycling process, with documented case studies demonstrating measurable financial and operational benefits. With operations spanning Northern New England and expanding territories, we serve clients from small machine shops to large aerospace manufacturers. Our commitment to environmental stewardship aligns with stringent regulatory requirements while delivering immediate cost savings through reduced disposal fees and extended tool life.
Services
Coolant Recycling
Metal Chip Recycling
Fluid Quality Monitoring
Tramp Oil Removal
Briquette Processing
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We've specialized in cutting fluid recycling since 2008 with patented processes
- Our services reduce fluid management costs by up to 85% annually
- ISO 14001-certified environmental management systems ensure compliance
- Full-service model requires no client equipment or personnel investment
- On-site support and flexible scheduling for all machining operations
Associations and certifications
- ISO 14001
Services
Coolant Recycling
Our coolant recycling service recovers and purifies cutting fluids from machining operations. Using specialized filtration and separation technology, we remove contaminants like tramp oils and metal particles while replenishing chemical balances to meet manufacturer specifications. This ISO-certified process extends fluid lifespan indefinitely while reducing disposal needs by 95%.
Metal Chip Recycling
We extract valuable metals from machining byproducts through advanced separation techniques. Our system removes trapped cutting fluids from metal chips, creating dense briquettes that maximize recycling value. This process recovers up to 30% of apparent metal waste while preventing coolant contamination in downstream smelting operations.
Fluid Quality Monitoring
Our comprehensive monitoring service tracks critical fluid parameters including pH levels, bacterial counts, and lubricant concentrations. Daily reporting and on-site technicians ensure optimal performance while preventing machine damage from degraded coolants. This proactive approach extends tool life and maintains consistent machining quality.
Tramp Oil Removal
We employ multi-stage filtration systems to extract tramp oils from cutting fluids. This environmentally responsible process converts waste oils into reusable lubricants rather than incineration feedstock. Removing these contaminants improves coolant effectiveness while reducing hazardous waste generation by up to 95%.
Briquette Processing
Our briquetting machines compress metal chips into dense, uniform blocks for improved recycling efficiency. This process increases metal recovery rates by eliminating coolant contamination while creating a standardized product that commands higher market prices from smelters and foundries.
People
Woody Bigos
Founder and CEO
Woody Bigos developed the cutting fluid recycling process in 2008 and founded Simple Life Recycling, LLC. His technical expertise in machining operations and environmental engineering drives re:cool's innovative solutions. With decades of industry experience, he continues to lead the company's expansion across North America.
Questions
What types of cutting fluids can you recycle?
We process both water-based and oil-based cutting fluids from machining operations.
How much can I save by using your services?
Clients typically reduce fluid management costs by 85% and disposal expenses by 95% annually.
Do you service small machine shops?
Yes, we serve operations from single-machine shops to large manufacturing facilities.
What environmental benefits do you provide?
Our process reduces hazardous waste by 95% and conserves natural resources through perpetual recycling.
How does the implementation process work?
We offer gradual implementation starting with one production cell, with full documentation of results.
What areas do you currently service?
We operate throughout Northern New England with expanding service territories.
