Durability and strength properties of particle boards from polystyrene–wood wastes

Akinyemi, Banjo A.; Okonkwo, Clinton E.; Alhassan, Elijah A.; Ajiboye, M. O.

doi:10.1007/s10163-019-00905-6

Cited by 30 publications

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“…Akinyemi et al [65] also echoed similar sentiments in a study examining the durability and strength features of particleboards made from wood wastes and expanded polystyrene foam (EPS). In the study, two different wood particle sizes and two different dosages of EPS resins were used as binders in the boards.…”

Section: Particleboardsmentioning

confidence: 71%

Production of Sustainable Construction Materials Using Agro-Wastes

Maraveas

2020

Materials

151

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The construction sector, in modern times, is faced by a myriad of challenges primarily due to the increase in the urban population and dwindling natural resources that facilitate the production of construction materials. Furthermore, higher awareness on climate change is forcing companies to rethink their strategies in developing more sustainable construction materials. Diverse types of agro-waste ranging from rice husk ash (RHA), sugarcane bagasse ash (SCBA), and bamboo leaves ash (BLA) among others have been identified as potent solutions in the development of sustainable construction materials. In this review paper, six different construction materials, made using agro-waste products, are examined. The materials include brick/masonry elements, green concrete, insulation materials for buildings, reinforcement materials for buildings, particleboards, and bio-based plastics. The main criterion adopted in selecting the materials regards their popularity and wide-scale use in modern construction applications. Additionally, as this research emphasizes identifying alternative approaches to develop sustainable construction materials, the focus is directed toward mainstream materials whose continued use has an adverse impact on the environment. The findings obtained from the review showed that the use of agro-waste to develop sustainable construction materials was effective, as the developed materials adhered to established building standards. Therefore, this indicates that agro-waste materials have the potential to replace conventional construction materials and hence achieve economic, environmental, and social sustainability in the long run.

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Section: Particleboardsmentioning

confidence: 71%

Production of Sustainable Construction Materials Using Agro-Wastes

Maraveas

2020

Materials

151

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“…Masri et al [ 90 ] successfully produced particleboards from date palm and expanded polystyrene (EPS) wastes and reported that the bending strength and stress reached acceptable values of 0.78 GPa and 2.84 MPa, coupled with good fiber-matrix interface adhesion. Akinyemi et al [ 91 ] presented the results of the experimental study on the production of particle boards from wastes of wood and expanded polystyrene foam. This study demonstrated that wood and expanded polystyrene foam wastes are sustainable materials for producing composite wood-based panels that are still durable in a moist environment.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%

Eco-Friendly Fiberboard Panels from Recycled Fibers Bonded with Calcium Lignosulfonate

et al. 2021

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The potential of using residual softwood fibers from the pulp and paper industry for producing eco-friendly, zero-formaldehyde fiberboard panels, bonded with calcium lignosulfonate (CLS) as a lignin-based, formaldehyde free adhesive, was investigated in this work. Fiberboard panels were manufactured in the laboratory by applying CLS addition content ranging from 8% to 14% (on the dry fibers). The physical and mechanical properties of the developed composites, i.e., water absorption (WA), thickness swelling (TS), modulus of elasticity (MOE), bending strength (MOR), as well as the free formaldehyde emission, were evaluated according to the European norms. In general, only the composites, developed with 14% CLS content, exhibited MOE and MOR values, comparable with the standard requirements for medium-density fiberboards (MDF) for use in dry conditions. All laboratory-produced composites demonstrated significantly deteriorated moisture-related properties, i.e., WA (24 h) and TS (24 h), which is a major drawback. Noticeably, the fiberboards produced had a close-to-zero formaldehyde content, reaching the super E0 class (≤1.5 mg/100 g), with values, ranging from 0.8 mg/100 g to 1.1 mg/100 g, i.e., equivalent to formaldehyde emission of natural wood. The amount of CLS adhesive had no significant effect on formaldehyde content.

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“…But most times, majority of these wastes end up in dump sites as landfills. These wastes are sources of concern to environmentalists because of their negative effect on ozone layer, underground water, climate change and world economy [4]. Therefore in a bid to utilize them, some of these wastes have found applications in the development of green concrete while others end up being used as a biomass material for energy production.…”

Section: Introductionmentioning

confidence: 99%