Damyang-gun Accelerates Development of Optimal Bamboo Processing and High-Value Material Technology

[Damyang=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Yukbong] Damyang County, Jeollanam-do (Governor Choi Hyung-sik) recently announced on the 9th that it shared the first-year research results of the joint project "Development of Optimal Processing and High Value-added Material Technology for Domestic Bamboo" conducted in collaboration with the Jeonnam Forest Resources Research Institute, Jeonnam National University, and Chosun University Industry-Academic Cooperation Groups.

Currently, Jeonnam National University (Professors Lee Hyung-woo, Park Chung-nyeon, Jung Woo-yang) is developing optimal processing technology for bamboo materials, the Jeonnam Forest Resources Research Institute is identifying preservation methods through antifungal treatment of bamboo, and Chosun University (Professor Shin Hyun-jae) is developing sustainable products applying high-quality bamboo processed containers.

As the first-year research achievements, Jeonnam National University established technology to determine heat treatment temperature and time to obtain the desired color, developed technology to accelerate the flattening speed by 6 to 7 times compared to existing methods, reduced defect rates, and identified bamboo discoloration prevention and coloring technologies.

The Jeonnam Forest Resources Research Institute completed the isolation and identification of bamboo mold strains, and Chosun University confirmed non-toxicity through toxicity evaluation of bamboo extracts and completed product development such as diffusers and candles.

The county plans to continuously promote research and development to achieve second-year research results, seek participation plans for local companies, and actively participate in the domestic bamboo optimal processing and high value-added material project through data sharing with the Korea Forest Service.

A representative of the Bamboo Resources Research Institute said, "In the future, through the advancement of bamboo processing technology and development of preservation treatment technology for each detailed task, we will establish a foundation for producing high-quality bamboo products, develop and commercialize high value-added bamboo-related products, and enhance the competitiveness of bamboo."

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