To reduce the raw material content in particleboards, the influence of core layer particle geometry on panel properties was compared for lightweight particleboards (500 kg/m³) and conventional panels (650 kg/m³). Specifically, the bending strength and modulus of elasticity, internal bond strength,...

The addition of maleic anhydride (MA)-modified polypropylene (MAPP) as a compatibilizer increases mechanical and physical properties of wood/plastic composites (WPCs). It is thought that MA graft ratio (Gr), molecular weight (weight-average molecular weight [Mw]), and mixing methods of MAPP affect...

The pyrolysis of Chinese fir sawdust in fixed bed was investigated. The influence of pyrolysis conditions (such as pyrolysis temperature, heating rate and flow rate of nitrogen) on properties of wood vinegar was discussed. The results showed that pyrolysis temperature was the main factor that...

This paper examines the effects of titanium dioxide (TiO₂) nanoparticles and surface treating natural fibres (mercerization and acetylation) on different wood flour (WF)/polypropylene (PP) nanocomposite properties. WF and PP were mixed in an internal mixer (50% weight ratio) with different...

This contribution presents the effect of mineral filler on mechanical, thermal and morphological properties of wood recycled plastic composite (WrPC). WrPC was prepared using kenaf wood flour, recycled polyethylene (rPE) and maleic anhydride polyethylene (MAPE) with different types of mineral...

High-grade dissolving pulp was prepared from radiata pine by the pre-hydrolysis Kraft process. The effect of the P-factor in the pre-hydrolysis stage on the properties of wood chips was investigated. With an increasing P-factor, hemicellulose was selectively removed from wood chips, and the...

Using a partial market equilibrium framework, this study evaluated the US regional timber and wood products market impacts of a projected national level expansion in wood biomass consumption for energy. By restricting logging residue use, we focus on the impacts on timber harvests and paper...

Based on data collected from seven commercial harvesting operations in Western Australia, the study developed a productivity model for chain flail delimber-debarker-chippers (CFDDCs) used in blue gum (Eucalyptus globulus Labill.) plantations. The tests covered 45 h and 3395 cycles, and were...

Timber buildings are increasing in their dimensions. Structural robustness is imperative for all buildings and specifically important for tall buildings. Lives can be saved if disproportionate collapse can be avoided after a catastrophic event (e.g. accident, terrorism). The literature about...

Milling is a machining process that is widely used in the furniture industry, since a good quality surface finish is essential. Produced MDF parts usually have aesthetic importance that is affected by poor surface finish and chipping of the melamine layer that may occur during machining. In...