Abstract:
The present invention relates to a new aqueous curable binder composition comprising a polyphenolic macromolecular compound which bears a multitude of catechol radicals (dihydroxybenzene), preferably lignosulfonate salts and condensed tannins and mixtures thereof, and a polyamine functional compound comprising primary and/or secondary and/or tertiary and/or quaternary amine functional groups, suitable for bonding particulate matter, such as fibers, more particularly mineral wool fibers, or particles, such as wood particles.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a method for fractionating lignin, wherein the method comprises the following steps: (i) dissolving lignin into a mixture containing organic solvent and water; and (ii) ultrafiltrating the mixture formed in step (i) through one or more filtration membranes for producing a predetermined number of lignin fractions, wherein each fraction contains lignin with a molecular weight within a predetermined range. The present invention further relates to a lignin fraction and to the uses thereof.
Abstract:
Powdered adhesives for making lignocellulosic composite products and methods for making same. The powdered adhesive can include a powdered phenol-aldehyde resin and a powdered kraft lignin. The powdered kraft lignin can contain less than 3 wt % of ash, as measured according to ASTM D2584-11. The powdered adhesive can contain less than 10 wt % of water.
Abstract:
The present disclosure provides an adhesive composition comprising derivatives of native lignin and an isocyanate-based binder such as methylene diphenyl diisocyanate. The present compositions may further comprise formaldehyde-based resins such as PF, UF, and MF. While not wishing to be bound by theory, it is believed that incorporating derivatives of native lignin in isocyanate compositions will reduce incidence of pre-curing.
Abstract:
Modified polyphenol binder compositions and methods for making and using same are provided. In at least one specific embodiment, the binder composition can include at least one unsaturated monomer and at least one polyphenolic compound. The polyphenolic compound can include a lignin, a tannin, a novolac resin, a modified phenol formaldehyde resin, bis-phenol A, humic acid, or any mixture thereof.
Abstract:
The present invention relates to a method for increasing the reactivity of lignin, wherein the method comprises the following steps: a) forming, under heating at a temperature of 71-94° C., an aqueous dispersion comprising alkali and lignin, wherein the alkali comprises a hydroxide of an alkali metal; and b) heating the dispersion formed in step a) at a temperature of 50-95° C. for producing alkalated lignin.
Abstract:
Described herein is an adhesive formulation comprising lignin, a cross-linker, and optionally a dispersant, or obtained by mixing a composition comprising lignin, a cross-linker, and optionally a dispersant. Preferably in the adhesive formulation, at least about 50 wt. % of the composition is waste lignin, extracted lignin, or synthetic lignin; the lignin is not pre-activated, pre-fractionated, or pre-functionalized; the cross-linker is glycerol diglycidyl ether or poly(ethylene glycol)diglycidyl ether; and the dispersant is gamma-valerolactone, propylene carbonate, ethylene carbonate, or triacetin. Also described are methods for using the adhesive formulation for making plywood assemblies, lignin-fiber composites, and lignin-waste wood composites.
Abstract:
An adhesive may be formulated with a functional component that reacts in the presence of ultraviolet light with a neighboring functional component to form a nonreversible bond therebetween. The functional component may include at least one —C═C— functional group that is able to undergo dimerization with a neighboring component. A method for making the adhesive includes covalently bonding the functional component to a support polymer, wherein the functional component may be covalently bonded to the support polymer by a linking molecule. A kit containing the adhesive and an ultraviolet light source is also provided.
Abstract:
Aqueous binder composition for granular and/or fibrous substrates, where the binder contains i) a copolymer constructed from ethylenically unsaturated monomers; and ii) lignin.
Abstract:
Provided are a composition from which a biomass material can be obtained with low energy through a simple process and facility, a formed body obtained from the composition, and a method for producing the formed body. A composition according to the present invention is a composition to be cured by applying heat/pressure thereto, the composition including an element in the form of powder or small pieces, and 8% by weight or more of condensed tannin and 8% by weight or more of a saccharide selected form the group consisting of a monosaccharide and an oligosaccharide. The saccharide is preferably sucrose, glucose, fructose, maltose, xylose, or lactose. Preferably, the composition further includes an acid catalyst.