Sugarcane bagasse can be used in the manufacture of panels for the furniture industry, but
has a high water absorption compared to wood panels. Thus, this raw material needs heat …

The sustainable future of contemporary society has been compromised due to
environmental pollution from industrial systems and the generation of solid waste …

Particleboard can be produced from a mixture of different lignocellulosic materials, which
can be chosen depending on the density required for the panel and its applications. The aim …

The growth of civil construction and agroindustry, resulting from population growth, caused
an increase in the demand for non-renewable resources and for the exploitation of natural …

Wood-based panels have been widely used around the world in various segments of timber
industry. Thus, alternative raw-materials have been systematically researched in order to …

Tests simulating exposure to severe weather conditions have been relevant in seeking new
applications for particleboard. This study aimed to produce particleboards with residues of …

Adhesive-free wood-plastic composite panels made with lignocellulosic wastes, and
recycled plastics can be a sustainable option for generating useful “green” products. The …

In this research work, a description was made of thermoset polymer materials and their
relationship with the environment. The traditional thermoset manufacturing processes make …

A utilização das folhas e sementes do jupati, para fins decorativos e artesanais, resulta na
geração de subprodutos como a parte interna do pecíolo que, por vezes, não têm …

No Brasil, as últimas décadas foram marcadas pela crescente produção de paineis de
madeira seguida pelo aumento do consumo nacional; isto descreve o quão promissora é a …