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Method of making cellulosic composite articles

US6030562A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateDec 4, 1997
Grant dateFeb 29, 2000
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Expiry dateDec 4, 2017

Classification

  • Technology area (CPC B)Performing Operations; Transporting
  • CPC primaryB29K2311/14
  • WIPO fieldMachine tools
  • WIPO sectorMechanical engineering

Abstract

A method of forming a consolidated wood product is disclosed wherein zinc borate and resin are mixed with cellulosic material to form treated cellulosic material, followed by applying heat and pressure to form a consolidated cellulosic product. A consolidated product comprises zinc borate, resin, and cellulosic material, wherein the zinc borate is distributed throughout the lignocellulosic material. A steam injection process is also disclosed.

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