Kenaf Fiber Industry
The kenaf fiber industry is blossoming into a network across the globe. As new partners come on board we have found that it could not be contained in the U.S. alone.
Each new partner brought something new and exciting to the list of possibilities in new and existing businesses. With influencial connections and partners discovering kenaf for the first time, the demands continue to grow and we expect this to go on well into the future.
There is plenty of opportunity for others to join in and be at the forefront of this global movement.
Kenaf Fiber Powder Processing
The above powders were the result of a unique equipment process that can take our kenaf stalks and then turn them into powder with less than 1% moisture and in various particle sizes as small as cosmetic grade. The above photo is a sample of powder made by this equipment. The advanced technology being used can take wet or dry stalks moldy or not moldy and select particle size and process it to your specifications. All mold, bacteria and toxins are removed during processing.
Kenaf fiber/hurd powder can be used in bio-plastic feed stock, and paper products.
Kenaf Fiber Industry
Mechanical Fiber Processing
Kenaf fiber has unique properties and can be used as a sustainable fiber in textiles and other industries. Kenaf fiber can be processed for various applications, to meet the increasing demands for quality fiber at prices and quantities industry leaders are looking for. We process kenaf fibers to accommodate their needs.
Separating the bark/fiber strands from the inner wood core is a process called "decortication". Specialized equipment for this processing method is used to service textile industries, specialized filters in waste management, growing mats, erosion control mats, insulation bats, fabric and fabric blends, paper and packaging (25,000 + uses) supplying existing and new industries to name a few.
During the decortication process the wood core is separated from the fiber and sized to programmed specifications up to 2 inches. The wood core/chips are being used in specialized industries i.e. kenafcrete home building, wood pellets for wood stoves, particle board manufacturing, wood mulch for rejuvenating citrus fields, making biochar and horse and animal bedding etc..
Biochar can be used for water filtration, waste management sludge, and soil improvements.
Example of Fine Kenaf Fiber
Example of Medium Kenaf Fiber
Example of Long Kenaf Fiber
Will Kenaf Fibers Be The Right Fit for Your Product(s)
The only way to be sure is testing a sample. We understand this, and are making samples available. To get your sample, start here: Sample request form.