W.Howard Pillo has taken the next step towards the launch of a natural wood fibre insulation range, having agreed terms with PAL, Italy to build the world’s first disaggregator for the recovery of high-quality fibres from waste MDF materials.
The novel technology behind the disaggregator was designed by MDF Recovery, from whom W.Howard PilloÔ has licensed the UK and Ireland rights to manufacture and sell natural wood fibre insulation.
Once installed at W.Howard PilloÔ, the disaggregator will be used to transform waste MDF into ‘loose fill’ insulation, which will then be blown into panels used for offsite timber frame house construction at customers’ factories.
By adopting the world’s first low-energy solution for the effective recycling of waste MDF, W.Howard PilloÔ is adding value to a problematic waste stream that has no other sustainable outlet. Until now, waste MDF, which is generated by the furniture, retail and construction sectors, has ended up either in landfill or being incinerated.
Jonathan Grant, Chairman of W.Howard Group, said: “We are delighted to be partnering with PAL in the production of this new disaggregator, which will allow us to offer an energy efficient, circular solution to the age-old problem of what to do with waste MDF materials.
“By transforming it into natural wood fibre insulation, we are helping to enhance sustainability for the timber industry and taking a significant leap towards a more circular economy. We are thrilled to soon be offering a complete end-to-end recycling solution for waste MDF.“
PAL is part of the international wood manufacturing technology IMALPAL Group. PAL is a global technology supplier and developer, specialising in the design of technological solutions, machinery and complete production lines for wood-based panels, pressed wood packaging, pellets and energy and wood recycling and waste treatment.
W.Howard is a leading UK supplier of quality MDF profiles, including skirtings, architraves, wall panelling, window boards, door linings and bespoke products.
For more information, visit www.whoward.co.uk
