Post-Tanning And Tanning Processes

Leather Processing (Tanning) · Level 5 · 5 Chapters

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What Post-Tanning And Tanning Processes covers

In this unit, you will be able to expertly prepare and process leather through each critical stage of post-tanning and tanning, from sorting and splitting to precise chemical treatments and machine operations. You will confidently handle materials and equipment safely, ensuring high-quality results that meet industry standards. By mastering these skills, you’ll be ready to contribute effectively in any leather production setting, turning raw hides into beautifully finished products.

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Careers after Post-Tanning And Tanning Processes

Mastering post-tanning and tanning processes opens doors to a vibrant sector deeply rooted in Kenya’s rich leather industry. Whether you dream of working in established factories or starting your own leather goods business, these skills are your foundation for success. Leather processing is a vital link in Kenya’s value chain, supporting everything from fashion to automotive upholstery, and even traditional crafts.

Jua Kali Sector: Skilled leatherworkers are highly sought after in the informal sector, crafting quality shoes, bags, and belts that are sold locally and internationally. Your expertise ensures durability and appeal, boosting your earnings as an artisan or small business owner.
Leather Factories and Tanneries: Companies like Rivatex East Africa and the Kenya Leather Development Council (KLDC) employ technicians who manage tanning drums, chemical treatments, and quality control. Here, your precision and safety knowledge make you indispensable, leading to stable employment with competitive wages.
Automotive and Furniture Upholstery: Firms involved in vehicle seat covers and furniture manufacturing rely on well-tanned leather. Your skills in splitting, shaving, and dyeing leather ensure the final product meets high standards, opening doors to jobs in manufacturing hubs.
Agribusiness and County Works: Leather by-products from slaughterhouses and county abattoirs are processed and sold. Skilled technicians help add value, creating job opportunities in county leather processing units and agribusiness ventures.
Entrepreneurship: With mastery of these processes, you can start your own leather workshop or tanning service, supplying local artisans or export markets. This independence allows you to build a brand and grow your income sustainably.

By mastering these tanning skills, you position yourself at the heart of Kenya’s leather industry—a sector that blends tradition, innovation, and entrepreneurship. Your expertise will not only earn you a livelihood but also contribute to Kenya’s economic growth and global reputation for quality leather products. Step confidently into your future!

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Sort and select hides and skins

Lime/un-hair and de-lime pelts

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Bate, de-grease and pickle pelts

What Post-Tanning And Tanning Processes covers: 60 main topics in 5 chapters

1. Sort and select hides and skins

1.1 Structure of the skin
1.2 Definition of terms
1.3 Origin of hides/skins
1.4 Methods of preservation of hides/skins
1.5 Types of defects
1.6 Grading/selection of hides/skins
1.7 Sources of information
1.8 Organizational policies

2. Soak hides/skins

2.1 Definition of terms
2.3 Soaking chemicals
2.4 Purpose of soaking
2.5 Factors that influence soaking
2.6 Soaking defects
2.7 Soaking recipe
2.2 Elements of communication

3. Lime/un-hair and de-lime pelts

3.1 Definition of terms
3.2 Liming chemicals
3.3 Importance of liming
3.4 Factors affecting liming
3.5 Liming faults
3.6 Liming methods
3.7 Un-hairing methods
3.8 Aims of de-liming
3.9 Importance of fat liquoring
3.10 Selection of fat liquoring materials
3.11 Fat liquoring agents
3.12 Fat liquoring formulation
3.13 Fat liquoring faults
3.14 Re-tanning, dyeing and fat liquoring recipe
3.15 Clean technology

4. Bate, de-grease and pickle pelts

4.1 Definition of terms pickle pelts
4.2 Fleshing methods
4.3 Importance of fleshing
4.4 Faults during fleshing
4.5 Protective measures during fleshing
4.6 Importance of bating
4.7 Bating chemicals
4.8 Defects and remedies of bating
4.9 Types of bates
4.10 Factors affecting bating
4.11 Bating recipe
4.12 De-greasing chemicals
4.13 Aims of de-greasing
4.14 De-greasing methods
4.15 Pickling chemicals
4.16 Importance of pickling
4.17 Defects and remedies of pickling
4.18 Factors affecting pickling
4.19 Pickling recipe
4.20 Importance of de-pickling

5. Tan pelts

5.1 Definition of terms
5.2 Types of tanning materials
5.3 Factors affecting tanning
5.4 Importance of basification
5.5 Basifying agents
5.6 Masking agents
5.7 Leather testing
5.8 Tanning recipe
5.9 Tanning faults
5.10 Clean technology General Resources Equipment Materials and Supplies 25 Gas masks 5 Drums Assorted Hides/skins 25 Helmets 10 Paddles 13 Pelts 25 Goggles Fleshing machine Assorted tanning Chemicals 25 Gloves 25 Fleshing knives Assorted Indicators 25 Safety boots 5 Weighing balances Assorted Indicators 25 Overalls 10 Paddles 25 Aprons 10 sharpening files 10 First Aid Kit 2 Splitting machineries 25 Gas masks 10 hydrometer Baume 25 Gumboots 10 Shrinkage temperature apparatus Source of water 2 Boiler