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Water-Resistant Casein-Based Adhesives for Veneer Bonding in Biodegradable Ski Cores
Ronald Schwarzenbrunner1, Marius Catalin Barbu1,2, Alexander Petutschnigg1
1Forest Products Technology and Timber Construction Department, Salzburg University of Applied Sciecnces, Markt 136a, 5431 Kuchl, Austria.
Abstract:
The aim of this study is to investigate the performance of casein-based adhesives for the bonding of ash (Fraxinus spp.) veneers for the manufacture of biodegradable skis. Different formulations containing casein powder, water, lime, sodium silicate, and various glue amounts were tested for shear strength after water storage, modulus of rupture and modulus of elasticity, water absorption, and thickness swelling. Two other classic wood adhesives, namely epoxy and polyvinyl acetate (PVAc) type D4 were used as control. The highest efficiency of both mechanical and physical properties was recorded for the samples glued with caseins and an increased amount of lime. There was also an affinity between casein adhesive distribution and physical and mechanical plywood performance. Moreover, the developed casein-based glues were also used to bond the plywood for ski cores and tested in real-life winter conditions.
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