THE UTILIZATION OF AGRO-WASTES IN THE PRODUCTION OF WOOD-ALTERNATE BOARDS

Eduardo Gallofin Jr., Rishi Arjun Nonnatus Llamas, Joselito Aaron ( July 1998 )

Philippine Science High School Western Visayas Campus – Department of Science and Technology (DOST-PSHS WVC), Brgy. Bito-on, Jaro, Iloilo City 5000, Philippines

ABSTRACT

The production of wood alternative boards from cogon, rice stalks, and coconut leaves was studied in this research. Cogon, rice stalks, and coconut leaves were obtained from the surrounding areas of the Philippines Science High School – WV. the raw materials were mixed with the binder at different ratios and was dried in a wooden forming box. The product were obtained after 3 days. The product were not tested because they were not effectively binded and compressed and easily crumbled.

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