Citation

Singh, S. M., Agro-industrial wastes and their utilization. Research and Industry 19: 159-162, 1974.

Abstract

In addition to reed, straw, corn cob and stalk, many other non-traditional wastes such as corn fibre, coconut pith, groundnut husk, rice husk, jute sticks and bagasse are now obtained in large quantities as wastes from agro-industries. They are mostly disposed of by incineration or used as fuel, although their calorific value is much below that of coal. Their industrial utilization, besides solving the problem of their disposal, would provide a great boost to agricultural economy. They have the advantages of being light in weight and possessing good thermal insulation properties. A comprehensive survey of the available agro-wastes and their physical properties is given. The sources and the quantities available, along with their physical states, are tabulated. The importance of their conversion into building panels has been brought out. The technological developments in different countries in respect of their processing into various kinds of building boards, blocks and panels are also discussed.

Country, State, District, etc.

India

Language

English

Material

rice straw, rice husk, coconut husk, bagasse, jute sticks, wheat straw, corn cobs, corn stalks, reeds, arecanut husk

Use category

construction materials