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040			_aTUPM _bEnglish _cTUPM _dTUPM _erda
050			_aBTH TH 438 _bA23 2024
100			_aAbdulkarim, Najer G. _eauthor
245			_aEffectiveness of tobacco stalks in particleboard using epoxy resin as binder/ _cNajer G. Abdulkarim, Mark Jhon H. Ballentos, Christian Antoni M. Flores, Nathaniel D. Labiano, and Ella Marie D. Orillos .--
260			_aManila: _bTechnological University of the Philippines, _c2024.
300			_ax, 96pages: _c29cm. _e+1 CD-ROM (4 3/4in.)
336			_2rdacontent
337			_2rdamedia
338			_2rdacarrier
500			_aThesis (undergraduate)
502			_aCollege of Industrial Technology.-- _bBachelor of Engineering Technology major in Construction Technology: _cTechnological University of the Philippines, _d2024.
504			_aIncludes bibliography:
520			_aThe effectiveness of agricultural residues as potential raw materials for particle board production has gained considerable attention in recent years. Thisresearch investigates the feasibility of using tobacco stalks as a sustainable and cost-effective resource in the manufacturing of particle boards. The primary focus of this study is to determine the effectiveness of tobacco stalks as a reinforcement material in particle boards, employing Epoxy Resin as the binder. The researchers acquired the raw materials and produced the tobacco stalks particleboard, with the manufacturing process taking place at the Technological University of the Philippines in Manila, the raw materials such as epoxy resin are acquired in J. Spencer Technologies Philippines Corporation located at 116 Kapiligan Street, Brgy. Doña Imelda, Quezon City, Philippines, and the tobacco stalks being obtained from the National Tobacco Administration. To achieve this objective, five different mix designs were explored, with varying proportions of tobacco stalks and Epoxy Resin: 50:50, 55:45, 60:40, 65:35, and 70:30. Each mix design was replicated three times to ensure the accuracy and consistency of the results. The resulting particle boards had standardized dimensions of 300mm x 300mm x 12mm, with a target density of 0.80g/cc. The research methodology adhered to the testing standards defined in PNS 230:1989 and ISO 16893:2017, encompassing both physical and mechanical properties. For physical properties, the thickness swelling test and water absorption test were conducted to assess the board's resistance to moisture-induced damage. Meanwhile, mechanical properties were evaluated using the modulus of rupture test (MOR) to determine the board's bending strength, the internal bond test (IB) to assess adhesive bonding, and the face screw holding test (FSH) to gauge the board's resistance to screw withdrawal. The results of this study will provide valuable insights into the potential of tobacco stalks as a sustainable and cost- effective resource for particle board production. These findings will contribute to the sustainable development of the wood composite industry and support the effectiveness of agricultural residues in creating eco-friendly construction materials. Additionally, the study is a benchmark for future research and industry adoption of tobacco stalks as a raw material in particle board production.
650			_aTobacco stalks
700			_aBallentos, Mark Jhon H. _eauthor
700			_aFlores, Christian Antoni M. _eauthor
700			_aLabiano, Nathaniel D. _eauthor
700			_aOrillos, Ella Marie D. _eauthor
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