Pulping and Papermaking of Nonwood Plant Fibers

Z.M.A. Ainun, S.M. Sapuan, R.A. Ilyas
Elsevier
358 pages
ISBN: 9780323916257
April 2023

Non-wood fibers are practical for pulp and paper production due to their chemical content of cellulose, hemicellulose and lignin percentages. Beginning with a general overview of non-wood fibers in the papermaking process, this book takes a deep dive into different raw materials and their processes, including bamboo, corn stalk, pineapple leaves and sugarcane. It offers step-by-step guidance on processes such as pulping, bleaching, blending and beating.