What is Dry Cleaning?
Dry Cleaning is a process used to remove soil, stains and restore fabrics without the use of water. The Romans used ammonia derived from urine to restore their woolen and fine fabric which was replaced by petroleum (gasoline and kerosene) by the French during the 19th century. Today there are a variety of fluids available, some are environmentally friendly and some are a potential hazard. Nevertheless, Dry Cleaning is not dry.
The Process
A dry cleaning machine resembles the basic appearance of a front loading washing machine with the exception of being much larger. Regardless of the make, model and size, all dry cleaning machines function in a similar manner. Dry cleaning machines incorporate:
• A large vat (basket or wheel) capsulating 10 lbs. to 90lbs. of soiled garments. The vat’s design includes paddles which are used to create a mechanical action hence cleaning the garments.
• Since dry cleaning fluid is stored in tanks and must be transferred from and to the vat, a fluid pump is added to the base of the machine.
• A filtration and distillation (vaporizing process) process allows for the purification process of the fluid and its reuse.
• Computer processor monitors the vitals and processing steps to insure safety and quality. Basics processing steps are: Filtered Wash 1, Filtered Wash 2, Extract and Dry.
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