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MODERN COW LEATHER PROCESSING. Contents. INTRODUCTION 1. Science and Art. Leather today. ALL ABOUT HIDES. 2 . Differences between hide, skin and leather. The definition of 'Leather’. About cow hides. Not all cow hides are the same. Global characteristics of cow hides 4 Classification of hides in the USA.
The top side is called ‘grain side’ and the bottom part is called ‘split’ or ‘flesh side’. The grain side is the most used, to make full grain leathers. The flesh side can be finished or used as suede leather. Diagram of leather splitting.
The type of leather, processing and finishing define the parameters and need to be properly adjusted for each type of construction and for the size of the shoe. Leather thickness, temper, oil content
Leather processing – conversion of hides into leather, grading, packaging and shipping. Product development – new colors and leathers; fashion items and new products. Process optimization – time, water, energy, chemicals and waste reduction. Environmental control for liquid, solids, air.
Read this reference guide to learn about modern cow leather processing, including information on various stages of cow leather tanning.
7 mar 2022 · The presentation is balanced with in-depth and informative content on hide properties, modern leather processing, chemical management, test methods and leather types, together with a visualization of a modern tannery.
16 lut 2022 · The document is divided in the chapters covering the whole leather making process, from hide to finished product, as well as sustainability, biodegradability, and water treatment.
