Wood processing produces wood chips and flakes, which may seem useless, but in fact have a wide range of applications in industry, agriculture, life and many other fields.
Industrial field: diversified transformation of basic materials
In the paper industry, wood chips are decomposed into fibers through the pulping process, which is the basic raw material for all kinds of paper production. In the manufacture of man-made panels, wood chips are mixed with adhesives at high temperature and high pressure to make particleboard and fiberboard, which are used in the furniture and decoration industries, reducing the consumption of natural wood and meeting the needs of diverse designs. In the energy sector, wood chips and flakes are compressed and molded into biomass pellets, which can be used for heating and power generation, reducing pollution and carbon emissions compared to traditional fuels.
Agriculture and Horticulture: Growing Green
In agriculture, wood chips can be mixed into the soil to improve air permeability and drainage, and slowly decompose to increase soil organic matter. In horticulture, wood chips are used as mulch to suppress weeds, reduce water evaporation, and nourish soil microorganisms after degradation. Edible fungi cultivation uses wood chips as an ideal substrate to provide a suitable carbon source for the growth of mycelium and fruiting bodies such as shiitake mushrooms and fungus.
Daily life and creative field: practical and aesthetic combination
Wood shavings are commonly used as bedding for pets, as they have good water absorption and deodorizing properties, and can keep the environment clean. For artistic creation, wood chips can be used for carving or collage, and wood shavings can be used to make scented candles, adding a cozy atmosphere to life.
Although wood chips and sawdust are residues from wood processing, they can be recycled through diversified applications. With the development of science and technology and the growing demand for environmental protection, their application fields are expected to expand further.
