Tensioning Equipment

Understanding the various types of equipment available when you start a drycleaning business is crucial to your bottom line. There is so much to sort through and understand about this industry; we realize that it can be somewhat confusing to the newcomer. However, as you move forward and learn more about the process, we hope you question: What is tensioning equipment and what difference can it make in saving money and improving the production process?

Tensioning equipment, also known as european finishing equipment, has revoluntioned dry cleaning businesses around the country. The key is that these machines are three-dimensional in form, and garments are dressed as if worn by a real person.

Using a built-in vacuum, steam, hot-air and tension (by lightly pulling and stretching on the outer parts of the clothing as it is clamped in place), the garments are finished and ready-to-go upon completion of a pre-set cycle. Thus requiring little, if any touch-up, which means less manual labor and a more productive environment. The process saves time and money!!!

See tensioning equipment in action by viewing on online videos.

We will continue to discuss this equipment and the process in future posts. Please check back!