Wood Residues in the Moratuwa Woodworking Industry Cluster of Sri Lanka: Potential for Sector Synergies and Value-Added Products

Himandi, Shashika; Perera, Priyan; Amarasekera, H.S.; Rupasinghe, Rajitha; Vlosky, Richard P.

doi:10.13073/fpj-d-21-00042

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“…On the other hand, Himandi et al (2021) have highlighted that inefficiency and waste in timber production can be addressed through training interventions in the areas of harvesting and industry. In this sense, the effect of training the field personnel in the ejido Basihuare allows for a mean reduction in volume that will be transformed into solid waste by 0.90%, with a maximum value of 2.13% relative to the total volume of the log.…”

Section: Efficient Reinforcement Adjustment In Roundwoodmentioning

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Efficient utilization of pine logs in northern Mexico through training

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Calderón

Luna

et al. 2023

Not Bot Horti Agrobo

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The timber industry and other sectors that rely on forest management, would benefit from a deeper understanding of the extraction work carried out by properly trained workers. The objective of this research was to evaluate the effect of training operational personnel on the efficient utilization of harvested pine logs in the southern region of the state of Chihuahua, in northern Mexico. Two samplings of the logging present in the cutting area of the ejido Basihuare (communal land) were carried out, taking into consideration the diameter with and without bark, visual quality, length, and use for reinforcement. The sampling involved recording 116 logs prior to a directional felling and log dimensioning training process, and 336 logs divided into three sampling blocks after the training. The data was analysed with tests for variance homogeneity, and ANOVA analyses were performed at a significance level of 0.05. It was found that training forestry harvest personnel allows for an improvement in the process of classifying logs destined for industrial use according to their dimension and visual quality. Additionally, the training allowed for the proper adjustment of reinforcements applied in the log dimensioning process, and as a result, it was possible to efficiently utilize available resources, significantly reducing the generation of waste after resizing of the wood products. For the advancement of the forestry sector, it is necessary to prioritize training as a driving element of quality to raise operational efficiency parameters of production and, consequently, promote the evolution of the production process.

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Section: Efficient Reinforcement Adjustment In Roundwoodmentioning

confidence: 99%

Efficient utilization of pine logs in northern Mexico through training

RASCÓN-SOLANO

Calderón

Luna

et al. 2023

Not Bot Horti Agrobo

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“…Recent studies suggest that annual timber consumption in Sri Lanka is over 1.6 million m3 from which, over 10% are imports [15]. Unlike in the past, the timber supply from natural forests has become highly restricted with the aim of preserving the remaining natural forests [16,17]. As such, forest plantations have become an essential source of timber.…”

Section: Forestry and Wood-based Manufacturing Sector Of Sri Lankamentioning

confidence: 99%

“…Rubberwood is an essential raw material, particularly for export-oriented wood products manufacturers [16,20]. Sri Lanka's wood-based manufacturing sector is characterized by sawmill, furniture, construction, parquet flooring, wood-based panel products, and carving enterprises, with the majority of companies focusing on domestic markets [17,21,22]. These companies predominantly depend on the local wood supply for raw materials [15,21].…”

Section: Forestry and Wood-based Manufacturing Sector Of Sri Lankamentioning

confidence: 99%

“…This may be due to the unique industry environment in Sri Lanka, where rubberwood is the major raw material for most export manufacturers [21,22]. The existing stringent legislation and regulations in the country also discourage the exploitation of natural forests for timber; the majority of timber in the local markets are sourced from forest plantations and home gardens [15,17,67]. Thus, no clear link can be established between FSC certification and controlling deforestation/forest conservation in the Sri Lankan context.…”

Section: Environment Impact Of the Fsc Certificationmentioning

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Revisiting Forest Certification in Sri Lanka: The Forest Management and Export Wood-Based Manufacturing Sector Perspectives

Perera

Rupasinghe

Weerasekera

et al. 2022

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There are discussions and debates surrounding forest certification in developing countries. In this study, we surveyed 50 forest-based companies in Sri Lanka (43 wood-based manufacturers and 7 plantation companies) to ascertain their participation in forest certification, current and future forest certification trends, as well as their satisfaction with the performance of Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification in its economic, environmental, and social aspects, using an importance–performance analysis (IPA). Study results indicate that certified companies typically focus on exports and supplying raw materials for value-added exporters. The customer demand/signaling mechanism appears to be the primary driver of FSC certification in Sri Lanka. Forest certification was found to be helpful for companies to access new markets, keep market share, and sell products in existing markets. Results further indicate that price premiums for FSC-certified products exist, though they may not always be significant. However, certification positively influences sales volume and reduces business risks via securing continuous orders from the buyers. The IPA results further indicate that FSC certification has substantially improved company images by positioning certified companies as socially responsible businesses, while helping to create better business stakeholder relationships. FSC certification was found to have weak links in improving on-the-ground environmental performances of certified companies. Study findings have implications for the FSC certification scheme and independent certifiers, enabling them to identify the areas of FSC certification with significant performance gaps.

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“…Recent studies have shed light on its impressive ability to deliver energy in various forms that cater to people's needs, encompassing liquid and gaseous fuels, heat, and electricity. Therefore, bioenergy plays a significant role in reducing poverty in developing countries while simultaneously tackling the restoration of unproductive and degraded lands [29,30]. This restoration process yields multiple benefits, such as increased biodiversity, enhanced soil fertility, and improved water retention [31][32][33].…”

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Insights into Properties of Biomass Energy Pellets Made from Mixtures of Woody and Non-Woody Biomass: A Meta-Analysis

Rupasinghe,

Perera,

Bandara

et al. 2023

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There is a widespread global shift toward renewable energy sources, where the emphasis is on enhancing the utilization of renewable energy due to the rising costs associated with fossil fuels. In this light, biomass pellets made from woody and non-woody biomass and blends have gained increased attention. Extensive research has been conducted globally to enhance the quality of biomass pellets and to explore the potential to combine woody biomass with other non-woody forms of biomass in biomass pellet production. The heterogeneity of the raw materials used and resulting properties of the biomass pellets have led to the establishment of internationally recognized benchmarks such as the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 17225 standard to regulate pellet quality. In this article, the key mechanical, physical, chemical, and energy properties of pellets made of different non-woody herbaceous biomass are investigated, and the available test values for such properties of the pellets were meta-analyzed. A comparison of the properties of these pellets with the relevant standards was also performed. A meta-analysis of studies on biomass pellet production was conducted via a comprehensive Systematic Literature Review (SLR). The SLR focuses on determining and analyzing the average values for the key physical properties of biomass pellets using woody biomass as a component in concert with other biomass materials. In addition, the optimal range of mixtures of woody and non-woody biomass was reviewed to produce biomass pellets with potential acceptance in the marketplace. The majority of studies included in the SLR concentrate on pellets made from a mixture of biomass materials. The results show that the average values for wood/non-wood mixtures such as pellet diameter, pellet length, moisture content, ash content, fine particle content, gross calorific value, and bulk density were found to adhere to the ISO standards. However, the average mechanical durability fell short of meeting the requirements of the standards. Additional comparisons were nitrogen, sulfur, volatile matter, and fixed carbon content. The findings in this meta-analysis could be useful in directing future research focused on producing high-quality and efficient biomass pellets derived from biomass blends and mixtures.

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Wood Residues in the Moratuwa Woodworking Industry Cluster of Sri Lanka: Potential for Sector Synergies and Value-Added Products

Cited by 6 publications

References 41 publications

Efficient utilization of pine logs in northern Mexico through training

Efficient utilization of pine logs in northern Mexico through training

Revisiting Forest Certification in Sri Lanka: The Forest Management and Export Wood-Based Manufacturing Sector Perspectives

Insights into Properties of Biomass Energy Pellets Made from Mixtures of Woody and Non-Woody Biomass: A Meta-Analysis

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