Author:Johakimu, Jonas K; Sithole, Bishop BDate:Sep 2017This work summarises the findings of our research on the activation of woodchips using weak white liquor as an alternative mill self-generated alkaline solvent. The ultimate goal was to gain a better understanding on: the effectiveness of the ...Read more
Author:Jele, TB; Lekha, Prabashni; Sithole, Bishop BDate:Nov 2021The pursuit for sustainability in the papermaking industry calls for the elimination or reduction of synthetic additives and the exploration of renewable and biodegradable alternatives. Cellulose nanofibrils (CNFs), due to their inherent ...Read more