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Information Paper 4/12 Bio-resins in construction: a review of current and future developments
Publication Year
2012
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Introduces bio-resins in the context of current synthetic adhesives and resins in construction, and analyses the opportunities, challenges and current status of their use. Bio-resins, adhesives from crop residues and by-products, can bond wood-based panel products or laminated timber sections in place of adhesives derived from petroleum.
Author
Suttie, E.
ISBN
9781848062504
Publisher Information
BRE
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