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Sunds Fibertech partners with Unidbtplus to enhance MDF production efficiency
Unidbtplus operates an MDF plant at Gunsan, with a production capacity of 500,000m3
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This innovative solution will boost energy efficiency and sustainability in MDF production. The Internal Resin Injection
Above: Unidbtplus operates an MDF plant at Gunsan PHOTO UNIDBTPLUS
Sunds Fibertech has signed a contract with Unidbtplus to install the Internal
Resin Injection System at Unidbtplus’ plant in South Korea.
Wood-based panels developments under the spotlight at IPPS 2025
System will be installed at Unidbtplus to help achieve significant resin and steam savings, while also reducing CO2
emissions. This aligns
with the company’s ongoing commitment to sustainable
and energy-efficient manufacturing practices. “We’ve always had a strong relationship with Unidbtplus, and this project is truly exciting,” said Yves Michal, head of sales at Sunds Fibertech. “As more manufacturers
recognise the advantages of the Internal Resin Injection System over conventional systems, we look forward to helping Unidbtplus unlock new levels of performance and sustainability.”
BASF uses new material to store MDI
Above: IPPS focuses on panel products technology and developments Above: The new composite bulk containers
Leading international wood- based panels conference IPPS 2025 will be taking place in Wales on October 1-2. Conference organiser, The BioComposites Centre has issued a call for papers for the event, which will be held at the Imperial Hotel in Llandudno. The International Panel Products Symposium (IPPS) is a blend of technical presentations, research updates, discussions and networking. Latest developments in wood-based panels technology, including resins and MDF recycling, are typically shared at the event. The BioComposites Centre
is inviting abstracts for presentations in the following areas: • Composition modelling, visualisation and microstructure
• Panel performance, durability and weathering
• Bio-based resins, resin design for circular economy • Innovation in wood-based panels including: OSB, fibre- based insulation materials, plywood, and lightweight panels • Recycled and novel fibrous feedstocks • Processing technologies, fractionation, recycling and cleaning
• Modification, pre-treatments and property enhancement
• VOC scavenging and indoor air quality
Abstracts should be up to 600 words in length and received by May 2, 2025. View the IPPS website for full details, or contact the team on ipps@
bangor.ac.uk to discuss sponsorship opportunities and trade stands.
BASF is now using new composite intermediate bulk containers (C-IBCs) for filling MDI at its site in Antwerp. The special highlight:
Recycled HDPE (high density polyethylene) is used in the new containers. This, says BASF, contributes to strengthening the circular economy and helps to reduce emissions.
The use of recycled material means that fewer
new materials are required, which not only minimises the consumption of resources, but also saves approximately 6kg CO2
still consists of unaltered material. This ensures that the product stored or transported in these containers never comes into contact with the recycled material and that the high product quality is maintained.
EPF presents Manifesto 2025
The European Panel Federation has presented the Manifesto 2025 “An open request to EU institutions”, on behalf of the Construction 2050 Alliance.
This presentation took place during the 5th Annual Plenary
Meeting of the High-Level Construction Forum (HLCF), in Brussels.
The Manifesto 2025 outlines a strategic vision for a sustainable, competitive, and resilient affordability, urging policymakers to prioritise.
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