Intensive Leather Course

Short course

In Grantham

£ 318 VAT inc.

Description

  • Type

    Short course

  • Level

    Intermediate

  • Location

    Grantham

  • Duration

    2 Days

This Intensive leather course is for all product sectors from leather jackets, bags , shoes and furniture. Understanding the supply chain quality issues.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Grantham (Lincolnshire)
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Then Cove, Brewery Hill, ng316dw

Start date

On request

About this course

Advanced knowledge of understanding leather and the supply chain

People who need to know more about leather from industry buyers, consumers , sales persons

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Subjects

  • Leather cleaning
  • Quality

Teachers and trainers (1)

Amanda  Michel

Amanda Michel

lecturer

For more than 35 years Amanda has been involved with many scientific research projects in leather enabling her to become specialised in the microscopic structure of leather and how it influences its behaviour in use. She has been involved with virtually every aspect of the leather business from the animal on the farm, through each stage of the leather making process, onto product design and manufacture. She also has extensive understanding of the consumers’ perception of the final product. This experience enables her to deliver training and consultancy in all aspects of leather and its uses

Course programme

WHAT'S THE COURSE ABOUT?

This is a 2 day course and ideal for students requring more advanced knowledge.
taught by Amanda Michel BSc (Hons), FSLTC

DAY 1

Join us for coffee before the course starts.

WELCOME TO ABREPTION SCHOOL AND INTRODUCTIONS

A chance to learn a little about each other.

WHERE DOES IT ALL BEGIN - SOURCING FROM FARM TO TANNER

The skins and hides we use are sourced from many places globally. We will look at some of the facts and figures relating to the international industry and some of the issues facing the supply chain.

TIME FOR A WELL EARNED CUPPA!

Free refreshments throughout the day.

WHY DO WE INHERIT PROBLEMS

Depending on source, and welfare conditions, hides and skins can be subject to natural and manmade damage. We will look at some typical problems and the impact these have on leather quality.

LUNCH (AND TIME TO PHONE WORK!)

Bring your own lunch or visit local shops.

WHY DO WE MAKE LEATHER FROM COWHIDE (AND OTHER ANIMALS)

There are many reasons for choosing certain hides and skins for making different types of leather. In this session we will look at the components of skin and explain how different animals have different skin structures.

We will then be able to understand the various attributes and limitations of using a particular skin or hide in relation to the end product. For example, the reasons why pigskin is commonly used for making shoe linings or garment suede but is not generally used in upholstery.

Time for another cuppa!

GETTING TO GRIPS WITH THE JARGON (A TOUCHY FEELY SESSION!)

One really confusing aspect of using leather is the variety of names and descriptions that are commonplace in the industry. We will look at some of the more popular terms and explain what characteristics the leather will have. Some of the terms we will look at are: Aniline, Semi-aniline, Pigmented, Finished Split, Bi-cast, Suede, Nubuck, Pull-up, Full Grain, Corrected Grain and more.

END OF DAY 1

DAY 2

Brief Recap of Day 1

GETTING TO GRIPS WITH THE JARGON (A TOUCHY FEELY SESSION!)

One really confusing aspect of using leather is the variety of names and descriptions that are commonplace in the industry. We will look at some of the more popular terms and explain what characteristics the leather will have. Some of the terms we will look at are: Aniline, Semi-aniline, Pigmented, Finished Split, Bi-cast, Suede, Nubuck, Pull-up, Full Grain, Corrected Grain and more. In this session we will also look at the labelling of leather products.

VIDEO OF A TANNERY AND SHORT WALK THROUGH THE FACTORY

This will give you an opportunity to see the equipment and how it works.

LUNCH (AND TIME TO PHONE WORK!)
TESTING AND SPECIFYING LEATHER FOR A PRODUCT

We will discuss why we have specifications including the need to ensure that our products perform satisfactorily, will not harm anyone and to ensure you are getting what you paid for.

TIME FOR ANOTHER CUPPA!
HOW CAN WE LOOK AFTER LEATHER AND WHAT ISSUES ARE THERE FOR THOSE INVOLVED IN QUALITY ASSURANCE AND CUSTOMER SERVICES

Now we know what leather is it leads us to consider what happens when it all goes wrong We will use examples to illustrate typical problems that you might encounter and how we can help you to resolve the problems.

Any questions

TIME TO GO HOME AFTER A BUSY COURSE!
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW

This course is suitable for all product sectors – footwear, upholstery, garments, leathergoods etc
Arrival and coffee at 09.15
Course starts 09.30
Lunch
Course finishes 16.30 (unless we talk a lot!)
Let us know if you have any special needs – dietary/access etc.

Intensive Leather Course

£ 318 VAT inc.