Pressurised Refining for MDF and the Circular Economy

Rob Elias

Abstract

The presentation will review the process of pressurised refining for the production of fibres used in applications in MDF.
The effect of pressure, temperature and mechanical energy in production of different fibre types including wood and agricultural wastes will be explained. The talk will also describe the use of higher pressures in refining to chemical modify and heat treat the fibres and improve durability of MDF. The presentation will also cover future topics of interest such as the circular economy and the increasing need to recycle products. This will be illustrated with an update on MDF Recovery Ltd’s approach to recycling and the development of novel insulation materials with 98% recycled content.

Original language	English
Number of pages	11
Publication status	Published - 24 Nov 2021
Event	5th Wood and BioFibre International Conference - Bangi Resort, Selangor, Malaysia Duration: 23 Dec 2021 → 24 Dec 2021 https://www.wobic2021.com/programbook

Conference

Conference	5th Wood and BioFibre International Conference
Abbreviated title	WOBIC
Country/Territory	Malaysia
City	Selangor
Period	23/12/21 → 24/12/21
Internet address	https://www.wobic2021.com/programbook

UN SDGs

This output contributes to the following UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

SDG 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
SDG 12 Responsible Consumption and Production

MDF: Enhancing supply chain value
Elias, R. (PI)
1/10/14 → 31/07/17
Project: Research

Closing the Loop for Medium Density Fibreboard
Elias, R. & Bartlett, C., 24 May 2018, In: Proceedings of the Institution of Civil Engineers - Waste and Resource Management. 171, 2, p. 33-35
Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

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Pressurised Refining for MDF and the Circular Economy

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MDF: Enhancing supply chain value

Research output

Closing the Loop for Medium Density Fibreboard

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