I have samples of pulp product moulded from paper pulp. Can any one suggest a proper method for bio-degradation of moulded from paper pulp?
Diwakar,
Managed Ecosystem Fermentation can convert this biowaste into industrial chemicals biologically over night. These chemicals range from 1 to 24 carbons. These carbon compounds are used in the pharmaceutical, cosmetic and chemical industries today. Additionally, the process produces protein which can be denatured and used as feedstock for adhesives. We have tested this protein as an adhesive and found it was stronger than the paper. This would make it applicable for use in making cardboard.
The process can be seen on the web at: http://integratedbiochem.com/?page_id=32
Attached are two papers describing the technology.
Fermentation is very effective with the added benefit of producing a viable end product. Another bioprocess that does not require a reactor would be to use a composte system.
If you would like to test the final product as solid form, you can use standard method EN113 for solid fermentation to determine the mass loss in the product. If you would like to test the pulp, try the liquid fermentation.
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