The Use of Bamboo Fibres in Tissue in China(PPT)

摘要

Outline:1.Introduction;2.Production of bamboo pulp in China;3.Characteristics of bamboo fibres;4.Application in tissue making;5.Summary.Trend:Increasing Interest in Bamboo Tissue Even in North America Where Does Bamboo Grow? 1.China has 1/4 of world's bamboo area and 1/3 of bamboo production 2.Uses:Pulp & paper,construction materials,furniture,etc.3.Advantages:A short growth cycle of(3-5 years),self reproduction and low cost in maintenance & regeneration.Summary:1.There is an increasing production of bamboo pulp in China.1.1 The main use is for tissue.2.Bamboo has some unique characteristics which can provide good bulk,softness and absorbency:2.1 Fibre length similar to softwood while fibre diameter similar to hardwood.3.Tissue can be made from 100% bamboo or mixed with other pulps.3.1 Adjustements on tissue making needed to address refining and drying issues.4.Use of bamboo fibre in tissue will continue gain interests.4.1 For both sustainability and performance reasons.