Enzymatic processing of Agave sisalana and Ananas comosus plant fibres and fibre waste for diversified use
Abstract
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This study is being carried out to (i) characterise and explore
the use of enzymes as an alternative method of fibre softening
for sisal (Agave sisalana) and pineapple (Ananas comosus)
leaves, (ii) determine the fabric hand on sisal jewelry after resin
application, and (iii) develop and analyse a non-woven structure
from the waste of treated Agave sisalana and Ananas
comosus fibres in order to diversify current uses. Experiments
will be conducted on enzymatic treatment of fibres from the
afore-mentioned leaves. Application of resins will improve the
texture of wearable Agave sisalana and Ananas comosus
products. Results will contribute towards comfort in wearing
sisal products and subsequent product demand. The emergence
of local entrepreneurship in new undertakings such as
environmentally sensitive manufacturing, value-added
processing of agricultural output and commerce-related
opportunities is deemed essential in government’s striving to
reduce unemployment and create wealth.
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