Wood Flour

Enhancing Sustainability and Versatility in Various Industries

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Wood flour is a finely ground wood powder created through a meticulous process involving grinding, sizing, and drying. The result is a consistent product with a particle size typically ranging between 50 and 1,000 microns. The uniformity of the particle size throughout each batch ensures reliable performance in a variety of applications.

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Key Characteristics:

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• ​Particle Size: 50 to 1,000 microns

• Consistency: Uniform size throughout the entire batch

• Production Process: Grinding, sizing, and drying

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Applications:

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Thermosetting Resins:

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• Wood flour serves as a valuable filler in thermosetting resins, including renowned materials like Polyoxybenzylmethylenglycolanhydride (Bakelite). Its addition enhances the resin's structural integrity and dimensional stability.

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Floor Coverings:

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• In the production of linoleum floor coverings, wood flour contributes to the overall composition, providing texture, durability, and a natural aesthetic.

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Wood/Plastic Composite Building Products:

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• Wood flour plays a pivotal role in the manufacturing of wood/plastic composite building products, such as decks and roofs. Its integration enhances the product's strength, reduces environmental impact, and imparts a wood-like appearance.

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Automotive Industry:

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• MicroMilling wood flour products are tailored for the automotive industry, specifically for interior panels. The finely ground wood adds a touch of sophistication and natural elegance to automotive interiors.

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Plastics Industry:

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• Wood flour finds applications in the plastics industry, contributing to the formulation of composite materials with improved mechanical properties. These materials are used in various plastic products.

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Explosives, Fireworks, and Metal Casting Industry:

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• Wood flour is employed in diverse industries for specialised purposes, including explosives, fireworks, and metal casting. Its combustible nature and finely ground particles make it suitable for controlled applications in these fields.

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Wood flour stands as a testament to the versatility of wood-based materials, offering a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative in various applications. Its consistent quality, coupled with a wide range of uses, makes wood flour an essential component in industries seeking both performance and environmental consciousness.

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For more information on our Micro Milling wood flour products and their applications, please contact us to explore how we can tailor solutions to meet your specific requirements.