DEVELOPMENT OF UTILIZATION OF SAGO PULP IN PREFABRICATED MATERIALS

• Main Author: Ismah, Nurhayatul
• Format: Theses
• Language: Indonesia
• Online Access: https://digilib.itb.ac.id/gdl/view/72041
• Institution: Institut Teknologi Bandung

Indonesia has the largest sago plantation in the world. However, many waste products from sago processing are still found piled up around sago processing factories. The accumulation of acidic sago pulps can cause serious environmental pollution. Whereas sago pulp is a natural waste that can be found throughout the year and has a lot of potential, especially if it is used as a prefabricated material. This study aims to determine the characteristics of sago pulp through physical and mechanical properties testing concerning SNI 03-2105-2006 standard. The method used in this study is the experimental method and comparative analysis of MDF and particle board. Sago pulp panels are made using a hydraulic press with a pressure of 2.3 MPa and dried at a temperature that does not exceed 60oC. The results obtained from this study are that sago pulp panels are included in medium- density boards with a density value of 0.71 gr/cm3 at 10% moisture content. The value of the tensile strength perpendicular to the surface of the sago pulp panel is 7.31 kfg/cm2, higher than the standard of SNI 03-2105-2006 which is 1.5 kfg/cm2. Compared to MDF and particle board, sago pulp panels can absorb color well and can display bright colors. Sago pulp panels also can absorb sound and are easy to carve so they have the potential to develop a wider use. By providing different sizes of pressure when pressing, it can produce several density variations (low, medium, and high), so it is possible to use in various products according to needs. The results of this study are expected to increase the utilization of sago waste and provide added value to the community.