| Composition | - Silicone composition.
- Modified liquid silicone similar to the base ingredients used in underarm deodorants, cosmetics and shaving lotions.
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| Properties | - Clear liquid.
- Odorless.
- Specific gravity -- .95
- Flashpoint -- 170 degrees F
- Firepoint -- 190 degrees F
- Surface Tension -- 17.42 dynes/cm at 77 degrees F (25 degrees C)
- Boiling point -- 410 degrees F
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| Safety | - Non-irritating to skin.
- Non-sensitizing.
- No immunosuppressant effects.
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| Environmental | - RCRA non-regulated.
- CERCLA non-regulated.
- Non-VOC: Specifically exempted; degrades in the atmosphere.
- EPA lists as a "SNAP" material -- a good substitute to use in place of ozone-depleting chemicals.
- In most areas, no special permits required.
- In certain states, may qualify as alternative technology for special funding or tax breaks.
- Most comprehensive testing ever done in the history of drycleaning industry by independent labs on waste stream and exposure levels.
- Not listed on California Proposition 65.
- Degrades to sand, water and CO2.
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| Cleaning Features | - Cycle time - Class IIIA machines: 60-65 minutes dry-to-dry.
- Great cleaning, whites and colors.
- Mix colors and fabrics - very little load classification except by weight.
- Gentle on all fabrics.
- No special handling for buttons, trim, sequins, or other difficult garments.
- No shrinkage.
- Very little wrinkling - less finishing required.
- Soft hand.
- Low surface tension - faster soil removal.
- Static-free.
- Very little lint.
- No odor - even in shoulder pads.
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| Cost and Production Benefits | - Increased productivity and efficiency:
- Full loads.
- Can clean by lot or by customer order.
- More consistent and efficient assembly of orders.
- Decreased labor costs:
- Less finishing time.
- Less sorting time.
- Less assembly time.
- Lower utility bills due to fewer loads.
- Decreased claims:
- Significantly fewer damaged garments.
- Significantly fewer claims from misassembly.
- Quicker delivery of garments to customers.
- Significantly ecreased disposal costs.
- Solvent mileage: Figures to date indicate between 1,000-1,600 pounds per gallon.
- No additional expensive equipment required.
- Special benefits for Affiliates:
- On-line ordering.
- Listing of Affiliate locations on GreenEarth website.
- Ability to offer coupons to customers via website.
- Website bulletin board for information exchange between Affiliates.
- Use of GreenEarth logo for store displays and marketing materials.
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| Equipment Required | - GreenEarth approved machine capable of operating with a Class IIIA solvent.
- Base tank(s) must be galvanized or stainless steel.
- Filtration: cartridge preferred.
- Vacuum distillation or Kleen Rite System.
- Can use transfer equipment, subject to local regulations.
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| Distribution | - Available through well-known industry distributors.
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| Cost | - Annual Affiliation Fee in the U.S. of $2,500 per machine using GreenEarth and $250 annual fee for each transfer dryer. Internationally, fees vary by country.
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