The scarcity of natural resources and the generation of waste without adequate disposal are
a worldwide concern related to the linear production model. These characteristics are …

Abstract Melamine-urea-formaldehyde (MUF) resin is commonly used in the production of
wood-based panels. It can replace urea-formaldehyde (UF) resin particularly to improve …

The wood panel industry is constantly growing, being necessary the innovation in
technologies and raw materials to improve the quality of the final product. Considering the …

In recent years, coconut tree cultivation has intensified worldwide. Therefore, it is necessary
to analyse the agribusiness of coconut residues and the environmental impacts that its …

Free formaldehyde is a carcinogen whose emission reduction in particleboard has been
studied recently to mitigate this environmental and human health problem. One alternative to …

In this work, bamboo chips (Dendrocalamus asper) were crushed according to four particle
size classes (A=-35+ 40 mesh; B=-40+ 48 mesh; C=-48+ 60 mesh; D=-60+ 65 mesh) to …

Considering the significant demands for construction products and the increasing disposals
of plastic and agroforestry residues, this research evaluated the influence of recycled …

The expansion of Brazilian agricultural production was very important in the last decade. A
number of waste residues were produced showing an enormous potential for industrial …

In order to reduce the production of cement, several alternatives have been studied. Among
them, gypsum presents itself as a viable option, since it is already used in internal finishing; …

The objective of this study was to evaluate the performance of petiole reinforcement of jupati
(Raphia taedigera), a palm from the Amazon region, in gypsum matrices. Jupati petiole is a …