摘要 |
There is provided a new and useful process for the continuous manufacture of particulate boards formed from a matrix of particulate flakes which form a continuous mat or furnish comprising the steps of mixing a matrix of flake or particulate matter with a mixture of either resin, catalyst and parrafin or analogous cementitous material to form the furnish, continuously feeding the furnish into an apparatus having means for nip feeding, conveying the furnish and pressing the furnish into a predetermined width and thickness, applying steam and/or gas or gases to the furnish to heat, soften and/or cure the furnish, venting the furnish, actively removing steam or the gas or gases from the furnish by vacuum assistance. An apparatus is also provided for carrying out the process.
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