#particleboard

[lablimi]

Blog # 3: CocoCare: Harnessing Husks for a Greener Tomorrow

Fig 1. BIOTA Conference with the International Speakers

I am Lovely May Cainglet, a third-year college student at Central Mindanao University, enrolled in the Bachelor of Science in Biology program under the Institute of Biological Sciences. Regarding the accumulation of coconut waste near market walls, we, as members of the biological society and associate members of the Biology Teachers Association (BIOTA)-Bukidnon, have concluded that this is an urgent issue. The community around this situation is at serious risk of contamination, which is why we need to resolve this pending problem by accumulating solutions that tend to support and help both the community and the environment itself. Together with my fellow group members—Rob Daniel Pulmones, Faye Xyra Solivio, Carl Hiendrick Radovan, Rholeine Jane Taña, Jannah Hinay, Louella Magabang, Cutee Sophia Patriarca, and Beyonce Balili—we have decided to use both creativity and resourcefulness to address this environmental issue. By employing the resources at our disposal, we hope to aid in the preservation of Mother Nature.

Fig 2. Research picture example of using coconut husk as a resource for sustainable building material

After engaging in a productive discussion with our advisor, we made some further improvements to the method for making particle board from residual coconut waste. In order to coordinate our strategies, descriptions, designs, obstacles, inventions, and modifications to the business model, the Business Model Canvas proved to be an indispensable tool. With its nine fundamental building blocks—Customer Segment, Value Propositions, Channels, Customer Relationship, Revenue Streams, Key Resources, Key Activities, Key Partnerships, and Cost Structure—this canvas functions as a comprehensive framework. These particular components were essential in helping us better comprehend the suggested business. They gave the group an organized method for making decisions, assisting us in assessing and refining many facets of our endeavor. Our startup was viewed more comprehensively courtesy to the Business Model Canvas, which made sure we took into account important elements including target market, value delivery, distribution methods, customer interactions, income generation, essential resources, important activities, collaborations, and cost considerations. This method not only made the foundation of our project stronger, but it also cleared the way for a more thoughtful and calculated move ahead in our endeavor to turn coconut waste into particle board.

Fig 3. Silmaro Furniture, MMR Construction Services, and eeeDesign+Build, Maramag, Bukidnon base furniture stores and businesses.

For us, building important alliances—and concentrating on developing supplier-buyer connections in particular—was essential to growing our business. Identifying possible customers for our product was the group's main objective. Our decision to look for important partners among furniture stores and businesses that employ contractors situated within the Maramag to Valencia, Bukidnon region. Our inquiry in the municipality of Maramag led us to three possible customers for our products: Silmaro Furniture, MMR Construction Services, and eeeDesign+Build.

Fig 4. Jmbelgira Furniture, MLD Upholstery Furniture, and XY Builders, Valencia, Bukidnon base furniture stores and businesses.

In the meantime, two furniture manufacturers in Valencia, Jmbelgira Furniture and MLD Upholstery Furniture, showed aptitude and expressed interest in our products. We also identified XY Builders, a Valencia City-based business that uses a lot of particle board, as another possible important partner for our project. Our goal of sustainable and regional collaboration in transforming coconut waste into value particle board products is aligned with our strategic approach to finding and forming partnerships with local firms that also expands our market reach.

Each team member conducted on-site interviews with employees from various shops and companies, while others gathered insights from individuals who had prior experiences using particle boards. Subsequently, a collaborative discussion ensued, centering on two hypotheses: (1) the market demand for particle board made from coconut husk and mahogany is shaped by customer perceptions of its unique composition, with a quantifiable willingness to buy on a 1-10 scale; and (2) Customer preferences for sustainable and environmentally friendly particle boards are influenced by specific features and attributes, with perceived value being a significant factor in their purchasing decisions. The hypotheses were addressed through the following questions:

Are there particular details that you are looking for in a sustainable and environment-friendly particle board that will make you buy it?

As the product suggests the mixture of coconut fiber and mahogany for particle board production, do you think this product would be in demand in the market?

How much per product for a customer’s budget?

What do you think is the edge of a sustainable and environment-friendly particle board than the other competitors in the market?

On a scale of 1-10, with 10 being the highest. How willing are you to buy this kind of product?

Concerns over the emergence of cheap, artificial particle board were voiced by a few interviewees. Particle boards normally go through lamination with a planned layer to provide a covering, thus this was not thought to be a major issue. It's interesting to note that many buyers were mainly drawn to the particle board's increased tensile strength. Our set of interviewers, who were well-versed in the commercial particle board that is now on the market, repeatedly brought up this fact. Fortunately, by adding mahogany waste as an extra component to the coconut waste, our business offering seeks to specifically solve this concern. Mahogany waste is purposefully added to the particle board in order to increase its tensile strength. This feature is unique when compared to other particle boards and corresponds with the desires that were noted throughout the interview process.

Given that the particle board was manufactured using leftover materials from the coconut and mahogany industries, prospective customers believe that if it was more affordable than other particle boards on the market, there ought to be a demand for it. Since particle boards are less expensive than solid wood, they have been in use for a long. This brings up another point, the tensile strength, which ought to increase the product's demand in the marketplace. Certainly, the group took into consideration both of the issues.

We learned that traditional particle boards with comparable specs were being sold for more money, usually more than 80 pesos, after speaking with a local furniture manufacturer. Given its waste-derived nature, we decided to offer our particle board at a lower price point in an effort to attract consumers who are looking for both quality and cost reductions. Our interviewers have emphasized the potential benefits of our product, highlighting its eco-friendly composition, competitive pricing, and enhanced tensile strength, all of which together create a compelling value proposition for consumers in the market.

The introduction of this business product has played a significant role in mitigating environmental pollution on Earth. The collecting of wastes, namely coconut husks and fibers, and also mahogany waste, which would otherwise take a long time for natural biodegradation, is the first step in the production process. This environmentally friendly strategy helps to reduce environmental harm overall in addition to addressing the problem of waste accumulation. Furthermore, the beneficial influence reaches out into the community, attracting interest and backing from those who are passionate about protecting the environment. As merchants in later interviews pointed out, this is especially important for people who might not know how to properly dispose of coconut waste. The program not only offers a workable trash management solution, but it also increases community understanding of the significance of sustainable behaviors. We provide an eco-friendly substitute while also making a positive impact on a cleaner and healthier world by turning coconut trash into a useful product.

When it came to their willingness to purchase the product of the possible buyers, the majority of interviewees gave perfect scores. However, some answered 7-9 out of 10 since some preferred wood since they could afford a more stable utilization of materials. Even still, a lot of people were drawn to the eco-friendly product since it not only met consumer demands but also benefited the society. Environmental impact was guaranteed even during the particle board production process.

This startup's improved Business Model Canvas is made to be robust and achievable, offering a solid foundation for handling any issues that might come up during the project's defense. A persistent dedication to improving the product as the project advances guarantees that it not only satisfies but beyond the benchmarks established by client expectations. A key factor in this project's success is effective communication with potential customers, which creates a cooperative atmosphere that supports the intended result. The result of these efforts goes beyond just accomplishing an objective for the business; it also involves the active involvement of communities and societies. This cooperative effort acts as an encouragement to exceed customary expectations and drives the team toward achievements that are beyond customary conception. Because of everyone's dedication to sustainable practices and environmental improvement, the venture's success is not just personal but also a common accomplishment.

#keypartners #coconuthushswaste #mahoganywaste #particleboard #NaturaBoard #Protecttheenvironment #Savethefuturegenerations

[gloriamoncada]

I’ve been fortunate in acquiring some furniture but this piece was a little troublesome. A landlord was cleaning out an apartment where someone left a lot of stuff behind and suggested I take this piece to place a tv on. It was poorly assembled, so I took it apart and reassembled it using wood glue throughout the process. I’ve never owned any furniture by #IKEA let least had any experience assembling something with so many wooden pegs but I did it!!! I’ll be honest but I’m not a fan of #manufacturedwood / #particleboard but I can’t disagree with free! https://www.instagram.com/p/Co5VrBZv8F8/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#ikea #manufacturedwood #particleboard

[gender-trash]

the post about fast fashion/sewing one’s own clothes blew up again… honestly the more i think about it the angrier i am about it. with both clothing and furniture we sort of live in a world where the market is being overtaken by disposable items made with cheap materials at the lowest possible labor cost. and like, not to diss ikea or anything — god knows they’ve supplied me with enough cheap bookshelves — but this is exactly why i ended up building my own desk.

my dad tells stories about his mom, who was very talented at sewing — it wasn’t her “day job” but in that part of rural iowa in the 60s she was the person you called if, say, you needed a wedding dress on next to no notice. (i’m also told she was excellent at baking pies, but that’s beside the point.) at that time and place, it was legitimately *cheaper* to make your own clothes than to buy them from the store. they would be made of much the same materials, except that you would substitute your own labor for that of whoever assembled the storebought garment.

today, the fabric to make a shirt will almost certainly cost you more than an equivalent department store shirt would. to say nothing of the cost of your time and labor. part of this is that people who sew their own clothes generally don’t want to waste their time on shit fabric, so fabric stores don’t sell quite the same grade of shreddable polyester. part of this is that our modern globalized supply chain has minimized both labor and materials costs as hard as it can, and this optimization has intertwined labor and materials sourcing a lot more than they apparently were in the 60s.

let’s turn back to the subject of furniture. the equivalent of the cheap polyester department-store shirt is the ikea desk. the desk surface is made of laminated particle-board, which is lighter and cheaper than actual wood; the desk is sold to you flat-pak, and you assemble it yourself, thus saving on labor costs. the laminate surface will probably delaminate after a few years’ use. also as with the cheap shirt, any damage is near-impossible to fix — you could sand and refinish a scuffed plywood surface, but there’s no sanding laminated particle-board. it’s also harder to modify to suit one’s needs — i can drill a neat hole for a monitor arm in my plywood desk much more easily than in a particle-board surface.

in both cases, what do you do if you want a slightly higher grade of item? well, obviously you’ll have to pay more money — but it’s difficult to be sure you’re really getting your money’s worth. you have to spend ages and ages comparison-shopping and reading reviews about how quality has really gone downhill since production moved to [new country]. often — especially with clothes — the thing that your money is actually paying for is Style, as separate from Substance. or good advertising. i’ve been halfheartedly in the market for a decent couch for some time, and i’ve noticed that nearly every apartment makeover video on youtube is sponsored by the same furniture website, which of course has provided a free couch — that the youtuber assures us is Really Good, For The Price. as soon as a manufacturer acquires a reputation for Quality, it is in their economic interest to sell out as hard and fast as they can and pocket the increased margin from selling crap at the price of quality until people notice. and in a world where most shopping has moved online, it’s difficult to tell whether you’re still in the actual-quality period. i’m not sure if there even *are* furniture stores around here at quality levels in between ikea and danish concepts (suggesting a market for a mid-tier scandinavian furniture purveyor, perhaps hailing from norway or finland).

because of the sort of person that i am, i tire rapidly of the endless comparison shopping. i don’t want to become a damn couch supply chain expert, i just want to retire the folding chair from my living room. it can’t be *that* hard to build a couch, can it? well, not if one is privileged enough to have the tools and time and space to do it in. i think most of the comments and tags on the fast fashion post are from people wishing they had one or more of the above to make their own clothes with. speaking from direct personal experience, a sewing machine is at least both cheaper and easier to find space for than a minimally equipped woodshop.

the other common piece of advice is to buy used, buy from a thrift store or an estate sale. unfortunately hunting down all your shit used also takes a lot of time and effort, and particularly in the case of furniture hauling the stuff home is a nontrivial logistical problem. again, money or more nebulous forms of privilege (the friend with the truck) are needed to smooth these roadblocks. and it’s really amazing that the solution to “i want an item that is not garbage” is “buy an item manufactured at a time when they were not yet garbage”. yes, of course, the less-durable instances won’t have survived the passage of time, but that’s only part of the effect. things genuinely used to be manufactured to a higher standard of quality. my sewing machine is from ebay; it’s the same model my *other* grandma had, a baseline singer consumer-grade machine. all its gears are metal, and it has a heavy-ass cast metal housing, too. the other household sewing machine is a modern singer consumer-grade machine and for all its fancy stitches it looks sort of like a doll’s toy — the plastic gears are going to break at some point, or the motor will burn out, and if it turns out that the motor on the modern edition is designed to be user-replaceable i will personally eat a hat. i suppose we also used to ask a lot more of our consumer-grade sewing machines, back when sewing one’s own clothes was a baseline household skill for everyone but Rich People, instead of a hobby that consumes more money than it saves you.

i don’t know if my post really has a conclusion. i’m just angry that we live in a fallen world full of miraculous technology and yet we have not solved the seemingly simple economic problem of exchanging a reasonable amount of money for a newly produced durable good that isn’t a complete piece of shit. i am a *robotics engineer*, for the love of fuck; i have a complicated, rare, well-compensated skillset. it cannot *possibly* be a comparative advantage for me to spend my time building a couch or sewing a shirt instead of paying someone to do it for me (ideally also, if i may ask for a miracle, someone who gets things like fair pay and healthcare and vacation time). why is this transaction so damn hard??

#the trashcan speaks #to say absolutely NOTHING of the way modern design has optimized for manufacturability above all other aesthetic concerns #uniqlo seems to have recently rediscovered the arcane knitting technology of ‘increases and decreases’ and is advertising it HARD #because of course these are dead fucking easy for a hand knitter but slow things down on a machine a lot more #and even midcentury modern furniture — at the time a lot more minimal in adornment than what came before (also due to increasing pressure #towards DfM) — is a lot froofier than most modern items. it has like. trim and stuff #the midcentury version of Cutting Corners was using a cheaper wood for the less visible bits and staining it to match #not whatever the fuck particleboard is supposed to be #sewing machine go brrr #civilizational (in)adequacy

[boudicca]

dorm fees are already exorbitant but why would i spend $600 a month for a meal plan when i could spend like half that on food that doesn't make me nauseous just to look at

#better part of a grand every month for the world's most depressing ''mexican food'' vs $300 and some costco mega packs #like. ok #the price hikes are so insane wrt dorms like i seriously doubt it actually requires $600 to pay for one person's meals and cooking them #it's so bad. $15000 for 8 months in a shared room with particleboard furniture and grey scrambled eggs in another building #p

[pc-98s]

my bookshelf just collapsed from the humidity lads

#the particleboard just fucking dissolved #im drenched in sweat from taking everything off it and im indoors with the ac blasting #i fucked up my wrist trying to catch it too

[naomiknight-17]

I bought a new cat tree the other day but the more I look at it, the less I like it, and I just realized it's the same brand as the one that fell the fuck apart in less than a year

So I'm up researching good cat trees at 3 AM on a Monday because of course I am

#i think i found a good one but i'm gonna sleep on it #not... on the cat tree... on the idea #and talk it over with Jon before i make a decision #looks like it's made with particleboard which is a step up from the fuckin cardboard this one is made of #it's from frisco/chewy and i see a lot of recommendations for it #but yeah. gonna sleep and think it through and stuff #... and ask Jon to return the one i bought ans now regret oops... #mod post

[ellynneversweet]

I’ve officially given into middle age and ordered a minimalist profile metal bed frame.

#it doesn’t match my other furniture but it only comes in black and should be practically invisible #I’m not getting another ‘wood’ particleboard piece of shit that ends up breaking its slats when I bump it #my back HURTS

[thebusylilbee]

originally im a wood furniture type of person but ive been gaining a new appreciation for steel furniture recently, because now that ive moved back to my mother's place to escape the cockroaches infestation in my old place im realizing it's actually pretty ideal to have furniture that weighs almost nothing AND can be dismantled then reassembled without being irreparably weakened. I will from now on pay close attention to aesthetically pleasing steel furniture.

#bee tries to talk #furniture #interior design #I hate the look of silver steel but the furniture nicely painted in bright blue or red or white ? I could see a place for that in my home #I mean I guess almost unkillable furniture is also ecologically friendly ? unlike the poorly made particleboards these days #that do not have the longevity of solid wood

[biteapple]

Since I kinda had to toss out that desk I was gonna take with me here (way too heavy to bring up 3 flights of stairs even tho that very nice man offered to carry it) (perceived way too little time to coordinate that) (2days sleepless man running on adrenaline) I'm currently deskless and chairless and will have to go sanooping for a new ones so I can have a computer setup (he is on that dam phone) (his computer shit is currently chilling on the floor, waiting)

#I'd love to buy new ones but I'm not sure I can swing that rn #Mourning that desk... it was a nice big beautiful wooden desk #Everything's made out of particleboard now... -__- and it's lighter but... I love the look and feel of real wood #Looks so beautiful under the stain made to bring out the best parts of it #I'm considering going back to the old apartment and seeing if it's still by the dumpster #It LOOKED like it wasn't there when I went back today #but sometimes they move stuff behind the dumpster tucked away and I didn't look too hard because I was rushing

[brewdairymore]

problem: my living room is filled with shitty small bookshelves certain roommates found on the street

solution: i buy a large nicer bookshelf to replace the stack of three little bookshelves

result: there are now four bookshelves scattered around my living room

#i have a radical idea and it's called 'what if we said goodbye to some of the shitty particleboard furniture that's slowly crumbling'

[customantibodymarket]

https://www.maximizemarketresearch.com/market-report/global-particleboard-market/78334/

#Particleboard Market

[dogsweater]

I’ve reached the point in life where I crave real wood furniture

#just say no to particleboard

[psychoticallytrans]

Here's something that a lot of thin people don't know about being fat: you have to be very careful, these days, what the weight limit on your furniture is. So much is made of particleboard or even cardboard or flimsy plastic, and it may be great for the environment for things to be made of recycled materials, but it can easily leave fat people in the incredibly humiliating situation of breaking a chair by sitting on it, or a table by leaning on it. It also creates an effective "fat tax" on furniture, since the more solid materials tend to cost more.

When I was looking for loft beds to make my apartment effectively larger, the majority of them had a weight limit of 200 pounds, including the weight of the mattress. That puts a weight limit on the person of roughly 150 pounds, and that presumes a light mattress. That's not taking into account blankets, pillows, and stuffies, which can easily rack up a weight of around ten to twenty pounds without much trouble, bringing the safe weight for a person down to roughly 140 to 130 pounds. The ones that held more than that had a steep increase in price, with ones that held 300 pounds costing roughly 600$ more than the 200 pound ones, and the 400 pound ones, which I wanted for tolerances, ran a good 800$ more on average than the ones for 200 pounds.

More generally, solid wood, metal, tempered glass, and thick, durable plastic cost more than particleboard, cardboard, and flimsy plastic. They are also far more likely to be safe for fat people to use.

If you are a thin person and want fat people to be comfortable when visiting you, invest in furniture that is clearly made with sturdy materials. Having to brush off standing the whole visit is embarrassing both for us and, if you are a host who cares about the comfort of guests, for you.

[linuxbian]

3RD TRIP TO WALMART ON MY DAY OFF LETS GO

#i was not planning on having to buy new tools to put together a particleboard aquarium stand

[particleboard1]

Embrace the Radiance: Positive MDF Board, Illuminating Spaces with Style and Strength

Positive Chipboard India Private Limited is a renowned manufacturer and supplier based in India that places customer satisfaction as its top priority. They provide outstanding products, including particle boards and MDF, which are versatile building materials belonging to the composite board and fiberboard product family. MDF, similar in application to plywood, finds widespread use in various home and professional projects for furniture and interior works. Positive MDF offers two grades: Plain and Pre-Laminated MDF (Medium Density Fiberboard).

The notable characteristic of MDF lies in its homogeneous construction, free from layers. By employing advanced technology that ensures the application of compression pressure throughout the boards, even reaching the core, we achieve a densified core essential for superior routing capabilities. As a result, our boards exhibit exceptional routing features.

MDF stands for Medium Density Fiberboard. It is a type of engineered wood product that is commonly used in construction, furniture manufacturing, and other applications. MDF is made by breaking down hardwood or softwood fibers into small particles, which are then combined with a resin binder and compressed under high pressure and heat to form panels.

· Plain Exterior MDF Board Manufacturers and Suppliers

The boards exhibit remarkable water resistance and can be customized to improve their resistance to fungus and termites, according to the customer’s preferences. They offer several benefits such as a consistent and uniform structure that provides equal strength in every direction. Additionally, they maintain their dimensional stability even when exposed to different atmospheric conditions.

· Plain Interior MDF Board Manufacturers and Suppliers

If you’re seeking the highest quality MDF Board. This remarkable material possesses a homogeneous structure and uniform properties, ensuring a consistent strength that is evenly distributed in all directions. It is free from knots or grains, resulting in a reliable strength throughout. Notably, it excels in screw retention strength, both on its face and edges, without any splintering or flaking. Similar to natural wood, it is easy to cut, staple, turn, and join. Moreover, it offers the versatility to be laminated, veneered, lacquered, painted, printed, or coated with PVC.

Here are some key characteristics and features of MDF:

Density: MDF has a higher density compared to other types of fiberboard, such as particle board. The density of MDF typically ranges from 600 to 800 kg/m³, which gives it good strength and stability.

Composition: MDF is composed of small wood fibers that are bound together with synthetic resins or binders. This composition provides MDF with a smooth and uniform surface, making it suitable for painting, veneering, or laminating.

Strength and Durability: MDF is known for its high strength and durability. It’s homogeneous structure and dense composition make it resistant to warping, cracking, and splitting.

Versatility: MDF is a highly versatile material. It can be easily machined, cut, drilled, and shaped using standard woodworking tools. Its uniform composition allows for precise and intricate detailing. MDF is also compatible with a variety of finishes, such as paint, laminate, or veneer, giving it a wide range of decorative possibilities.

Affordability: MDF is generally more affordable than solid wood or plywood, making it a cost-effective choice for many applications. It provides a balance between quality and price, making it popular in both commercial and residential projects.

Applications: MDF has a wide range of applications in various industries. It is commonly used in furniture manufacturing for items such as cabinets, shelves, and tabletops. MDF is also used for interior trim work, wall panels, doors, and flooring underlayment. Its smooth surface and stability make it an ideal choice for painting or adding decorative finishes.

Overall, MDF is a versatile and cost-effective engineered wood product that offers strength, durability, and a smooth surface for various applications in construction and furniture manufacturing.

#chipboards #mdfboards #particleboards #positive #prelaminated mdfboards

[multimo-furniture-blog]

#multimo seahorse classmate furniture wood woodfurniture woodenfurniture plywood mdf particleboard home homeliving homefurniture