Tannery

A tannery is a facility where animal hides are processed and transformed into leather. The process involves cleaning, soaking, and treating the hides with chemicals to remove hair, fat, and other impurities. This is followed by tanning, which stabilizes the material, making it durable and resistant to decay. Tanning can use natural substances like bark or synthetic chemicals. The result is leather, a versatile material used in footwear, clothing, furniture, and accessories. Tanneries are essential in the leather industry, but they also need to manage chemical waste carefully to minimize environmental impact.