Evaluation of particle board production from cotton gin waste and urea-formaldehyde resin

The objective of this study was the evaluation feasibility producing particleboard for general use using cotton gin waste generated in Argentina and urea formaldehyde resin. chemical composition size distribution particles ginning residue as well mechanical physical properties particleboards obtained were investigated. Density flexural strength produced with varying levels urea-formaldehyde resin between 8.3 19.3% (solid to solid ratio) evaluated. effect incorporating jute reinforcement on these boards also analyzed. Particle densities 530 700 kg/m3 variable 0.30 5.85 MPa obtained, allowing minimum required low-density be reached.