Improved chemical uptake in leather processing

R. P. Daniels, D. Cutner, A. Sadeghi, Qualus, UK – World Leather The part-replacement of water in a float by the addition of inert polymer spheres allows good distribution of products between individual skins in leather making. At the same time, the increase in...

The hidden plastic in leather alternatives

Future Net Zero: Are alternative leather materials as green and sustainable as their names imply? Recent research shows that many should in fact come with a sustainability health warning Hardly a week goes by without a leading fashion brand announcing that it’s...

Automotive leather case study; León, Mexico

BACKGROUND León has grown rapidly as a hub for automotive leather production over the last twenty years. With its proximity to the US, it’s an ideal place for suppliers to the automotive industry. A major problem, however, is consistent access to water. Tanneries...