Florida school offers counter training,
wetcleaning classes
The first and most important step in
combatting problem garments and stains is awareness. In order
for spotters to have a fighting chance, they have to know what
they’re up against. The front counter staff plays a vital
role in that battle.
Plant owners and managers who want to
make sure that their front counter employees properly inspect
for potential problems when accepting customers’ clothes
should consider an upcoming course at the East Coast
School of Dry Cleaning.
Located at 1965 West 9th Street in
Riveria Beach, FL, the school will host a hands-on training
class on “Counter Training” on Saturday, Dec. 3.
Industry experts Dan Eisen and Steve
Jennings will detail the garment acceptance process,
emphasizing the use of a “spectralight” device that
aides employees in the detection of stains and problem
garments.
Of course, once garments are inspected
and accepted, there is the issue of how to clean them properly.
In many instances, wetcleaning is a smart, viable option for
the job.
Instructor Eisen will be joined by Rayner
Canedo to teach a class on the subject on Saturday, Dec. 10.
The duo will offer tips on wetcleaning,
including an examination on the proper use of wetcleaning
chemicals to clean wools, silks and other fabrics safely.
Those who attend will also learn details
on the use of chemicals to set dyes, soften fabrics and prevent
shrinkage, as well as how to best program wetcleaning
equipment.
Cost for either course is also $225 per
person.
For more information, call toll free at
(866) 783-3322.
NCALC looks ahead to 2006 convention
Plans are underway for the North Carolina
Association of Launderers and Cleaners’ 2006 convention on Memorial Day weekend
at the Atlantic Beach Sheraton.
Because it will be the 100th year of the
convention, NCALC will be displaying historical artifacts and
memorabilia throughout the event.
Already, the association has planned a
Young Cleaners Function for Friday evening where younger
cleaners can enjoy hot dogs, ice cream sundaes and a movie
while their parents attend the traditional seafood feast with
karaoke and dancing.
The Saturday and Sunday allied trades
table tops have been lengthened to run from 7:30 to 8:30 a.m.
while the educational sessions will follow the usual format,
beginning at 8:30 a.m. and ending at noon.
So far, there have been verbal
commitments from a number of speakers, including Gary Dawson,
owner of Bellaire Bluffs Cleaners in Florida and IFI
president-elect. He will deliver the keynote address.
Dennis McCrory, president of the Golomb
Group, is also slated to speak, as well as industry legend Stan
Caplan.
Plans are also on the table for a golf
tournament if enough members are interested.
For more information, visit NCALC’s
web site located at www.ncalc.org or call the association
office at (336) 389-9011.
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