oelheld GmbH - Lubricant specialists since 1887

Originally founded by Carl Christian Held in Germany, oelheld has a long history of fluid technology innovation, building a reputation as a supplier of high quality oils, fluids and lubricants for industry. Using state-of-the-art laboratories, equipment and dedicated in-house EDM and grinding research centres, our products have been specifically developed to offer superior performance and meet the changing needs of the industries we serve. We work closely with leading machine manufacturers and universities to develop products that are designed to meet the specific requirements of their machines. This kind of cooperation allows us to meet the needs of our customers and adapt our fluids to different applications.

oelheld UK Ltd - oelSmart solutions for every industry

oelheld UK was established in 1998 with parent company oelheld GmbH to provide the company’s high quality EDM and grinding fluids to the UK manufacturing industry. Since then, we have expanded our product range and manufacturing operations to allow us to build bespoke oelSmart solutions incorporating the highest quality filtration systems, oil mist extraction units, workholding and clamping products, EDM consumables, and 24/7 remote monitoring and on-site support services.

Our complete portfolio has one common goal - to enhance the performance of our customer's capital investments by reducing down time, reducing consumable costs and increasing the amount of hours that are available for productive manufacturing in a health and safety compliant environment.

Everything we do here at oelheld UK is delivered with our oelSmart® philosophy in mind. That means our customers benefit from whole-system, proactive support to ensure their fluids and associated equipment are working together for consistent performance, productivity and HSE compliance, all of which impacts the bottom line. Customers who we’ve supported in adopting an oelSmart approach have been able to swiftly resolve HSE notices, increase tool life by up to 300%, improve efficiency by 25% and reduce machining times by 50%. Find out more about becoming oelSmart here.

All our products are developed and produced in accordance with our HUTEC philosophy which means we use energy-saving technology and make environmentally friendly choices wherever possible throughout our procurement, R&D, plant, facilities, and operations. It is a philosophy which has a positive social, environmental, and commercial impact for us as a business, and also enhances our product offering for customers through more productive products and thus a more efficient use of resources.

Lynne and Chris Hayter, the children of Colin Hayter, the esteemed founder of Oelheld UK, have proudly stepped into the roles of Managing Directors, taking over from Peter Mangan. Their journey is deeply rooted in family ties and a shared commitment to the industry. Growing up immersed in the values and vision their father instilled, Lynne and Chris have seamlessly continued his legacy. Their leadership reflects a blend of innovative thinking and respect for tradition, ensuring that Oelheld UK remains at the forefront of the industry. Their dedication to maintaining the company's reputation for excellence and their passion for advancing the field underscores their unwavering commitment to both their family heritage and the industry at large.

Building on this strong foundation, Lynne and Chris bring complementary strengths that position Oelheld UK for continued growth and resilience. With a clear focus on customer relationships, technical excellence, and long-term partnerships, they are guiding the company through an evolving landscape while staying true to its core principles.Under their leadership, Oelheld UK continues to invest in innovation, sustainability, and people—recognising that success is driven not only by high-quality products, but by trust, expertise, and service.