TURNING OIL PALM RESIDUES INTO PRODUCTS

Editors: Wan Asma Ibrahim, Wan Rasidah Kadir & Mohd. Nor Mohd. Yusoff.

Order code: RP127

RM 90.00/USD 67.00 (Postage not included)

ISBN: 978-983-2181-90-3

2007

130 pp

Abstract Large quality of lignocellulosic residues, which can be converted into commercial products, is generated by the oil palm industry annually. This book describes the many research and development activities and the birth of products that have penetrated local and international markets and contributed to the country’s economic growth. Brief overview of the industry and basic properties of different types of oil palm residues generated are described. Process and product developments are described in detail with pictorial illustrations of machinery and products developed. Readers will find this book very informative as it provides detail insight into the extensive research and development conducted in developing commercial products from oil palm residues

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