Understanding Leather
Created by our technical experts, this online leather training course provides delegates with an overview of the structure of the leather material and the processes involved in its production.
Attendees will gain an insight into each stage of the leather manufacturing process, from the treatment of the raw material, to the finishing of the leather.
This course is essential for those new to working in the leather industry or brands and retailers wishing to understand how their leather is made and what problems may occur.
-Members Price: £220 plus VAT GBP
-Standard Price (Non Members): £270 plus VAT GBP
Delegates save up to 30% through online training compared with attending a face to face course onsite. Discounted rates are also available for multiple delegate bookings.
Duration: 3.5 hrs.
To sign up, please click the appropriate 'Buy Now' button at the top of this page. Members of Eurofins | BLC should use the 'Members buy now' button. From here you will be asked to register to our online training portal, after which you can make payment by card. If already registered to the portal, please just sign in.
Once paid you will be enrolled onto the course and have access to its content for 14 days.
If you need more information, or would like to pay by invoice please contact [email protected]
Course curriculum
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1
Introduction to Eurofins | BLC
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Introduction to Eurofins | BLC Leather Technology Centre Ltd.
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2
Leather Structure
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What is Leather?
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Raw Material Types
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Hide & Skin Defects
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Hide & Skin Defects
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4
Leather Types
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Leather Types
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Leather Types and Finishes
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Reconstituted Leather and Alternative Materials
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5
Leather Production
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Raw Hide and Beamhouse Processes
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Effects and Finishes
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Tannery Tour
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Post Tannage Processes
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The Importance of Specifications
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Chemical Specifications
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Performance Specifications
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Fingerprinting and Due Diligence
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Leather - What can go wrong?
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Common Leather Problems and Avoidance
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Common Leather Problems and Avoidance cont'd
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8
Leather Cleaning & Aftercare
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Leather Cleaning & Aftercare
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Additional Information
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More Information regarding Leather verification can be found on our website
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Course Feedback
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Course Feedback Survey
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11
Additional Insights
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Chrome VI- Background
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Additional Insights
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Speakers
This course is delivered by Eurofins | BLC experts.
Vice President Sustainability Services, Eurofins CPT Sustainability Services
Adam Hughes
Head of Commercial
Georgina Mawer
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