How to become a Master in PTC (Professional Textile Care): E-DRYCLEAN EXCELLENCE

The E-DRYCLEAN EXCELLENCE course is a part of the e-learning courses for the Retail Textile Cleaning specialists aiming to focus their operation  in the textile cleaning process in a safe and sustainable way. Optimization of the process to increase energy efficiency, sustainability and safety for operators, employees and the environment is part of this level. This level will provide the knowledge to operate textile care according to the best practices.

Among the course’s chapters, you can find the following:
• PERC operation
• Hydrocarbon solvent operation
• Alternative Solvents like siloxane D5, Acetal and Glycol Ether
• Machine technology for PERC
• Machine technology for alternative Solvents

By attending the (online) E-DRYCLEAN EXCELLENCE course from the Level B of The World of PTC Business School, you will gain and strengthen the following skills:

1) Have a basic understanding of different solvents

  • know the major physical and chemical properties and safety aspects of perchloroethylene, hydrocarbon, siloxane D5, acetal and glycol ether solvents
  • have a basic understanding of cleaning processes of perchloroethylene, hydrocarbon, siloxane D5, acetal and glycol ether solvents
  • have a basic understanding of spotting processes
  • know how to treat the most common spots
  • know the basic principles of detergents
  • know the different types of detergents

2) Have a basic understanding of different dry cleaning machine

  • have a basic knowledge and understanding of specific machine technology of perchloroethylene, hydrocarbon, siloxane D5, acetal and glycol ether solvents
  • have a basic knowledge of leakage prevention and good prevention practices
  • have a basic knowledge of good solvent storage practices
  • have a basic understanding of solvent recycling
  • know the do’s and don’ts to prevent solvent emission to the environment and health risks
  • know the basic principles and demands of contact water treatment

The World of PTC – Business School is a training initiative developed by CINET in cooperation with international suppliers, specifically designed for professional laundry and dry cleaning stakeholders. Through this initiative CINET aims to strengthen and stimulate the development of the PTC (Professional Textile Care) industry.

You will find easy accessible information on Retail Textile Cleaning and Industrial Textile Services on the following levels:

  • Starters (Level C): Basic level of education and knowledge for people who likes to start in the textile cleaning industry:
  • Operational Excellence (Level B): Advanced level for operators, employees for detail knowledge and skills of the textile cleaning process
  • Management (Level A): Excellent level for managers and employees on legislation, improvement methodologies, operational management, business modelling & cost structures and marketing

The product range of The World of PTC – Business School consists of E-learning & (on the job) Training courses, Practical Workshops & Webinars and a vast PTC online library & Book series. Select the courses that match your professional (both individual and company) needs and become a Master in PTC!

More info, on the E-DRYCLEAN EXCELLENCE course  in The World of PTC – Business School – here!