A sharp partnership for industrial performance
The iconic knife manufacturer Opinel has chosen CONDAT industrial lubricants to optimize quality,
productivity, and comfort in its workshops. This is a concrete example of a technical partnership promoting French industrial excellence.
A symbol of French expertise for over 130 years, the famous Opinel folding knife, recognized worldwide for its authenticity and quality, now relies on the expertise of CONDAT, a specialist in industrial lubricants for over 170 years, to optimize the production of its blades and components.
Meeting customer needs
The partnership began in September 2023, when Opinel was looking for a high-performance soluble oil for grinding its blades.
This precision machining, which ensures the sharpness and perfect finish of the knives, requires lubricants that offer both technical performance and comfort for operators.
After several test phases, CONDAT proposed a new soluble lubricant: CONDACOOL 135 BBF, which was quickly adopted across the entire Opinel fleet after various stages.
And the results are clear for Opinel:
- Elimination of unpleasant odors
- Stability and cleanliness of baths
- Increased productivity thanks to higher production rates
- Improved working conditions for operators
A partnership praised by both sides
“It is the partnership in the true sense of the word that I appreciate in our relationship with Condat. Thanks to our joint efforts, we have succeeded in finding sustainable and profitable solutions for our company,” adds Vincent Czajka, Maintenance Manager at Opinel.
“Condat’s professionalism and expertise made all the difference in meeting this challenge. Thanks to the combined efforts of our two companies, the quality of life at work for operators, who are in daily contact with lubricants, has really improved,” emphasizes Céline Besson, Production Manager at Opinel.
“We are proud to support an iconic brand like Opinel.
This partnership perfectly illustrates our ability to develop dedicated solutions that combine industrial performance with improved working conditions.” — Nicolas Hoffman, Machining Sales Manager, CONDAT
Two French companies, one requirement
This collaboration between two iconic players in French industry illustrates the national ecosystem’s ability to innovate and combine technical performance, environmental responsibility, and improved working conditions.
