Dry cleaning in production: purpose, technology and organization

Industrial dry cleaning is a technological process of cleaning workwear, uniforms and industrial textiles using organic solvents. Its goal is the effective removal of persistent industrial pollutants that are not eliminated by standard washing. Let's consider how and in what forms dry cleaning can be organized for production.

Purpose and functions

The task of industrial dry cleaning is not only to restore the appearance of the fabric, but also to preserve its functional properties.

• Hygiene and safety. Removal of fuel and lubricants particles, metal dust, and chemicals in contact with clothing.
• Preservation of protective properties. High-quality cleaning does not destroy flame-retardant, water-repellent, antistatic impregnations, restoring the protective functions of the fabric.
• Extending the service life. A gentle effect on fibers, compared with aggressive washing, reduces wear and increases the service life of products.
• Compliance with regulations. It is a mandatory requirement for enterprises of the food, pharmaceutical, microbiological and chemical industries in accordance with the regulations.

Organizational models

Enterprises choose one of two process organization models.

• Outsourcing. Transfer of textiles to a specialized service company. It is optimal for small and medium-sized enterprises. It avoids capital expenditures on equipment and staff maintenance.
• Own workshop. Organization of a dry cleaning site on the territory of the enterprise. It is economically justified for large-scale productions with a large and constant volume of processing.

Key aspects of the organization

The organization of internal dry cleaning involves a number of requirements.

• Standards. The need to comply with environmental and sanitary standards for handling chemicals and waste disposal.
• Staff. It requires the training of operators who know the technological regulations and safety rules.
• Quality control. Regular monitoring of the cleaning quality, the technical condition of the equipment and the solvent regeneration system is required.

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