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Journal : Global Forest Journal

Optimizing calliandra (Calliandra calothyrsus) biomass pellets: Impact of particle size and bark composition Wahyu Abdul Rahman; Suri, Intan Fajar; Indra Gumay Febryano; Saputra, Bagus; Duryat; Hidayat, Wahyu
Global Forest Journal Vol. 2 No. 02 (2024): Global Forest Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/gfj.v2i02.15735

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Calliandra biomass pellets offer a promising alternative energy source to replace fossil fuels. Typically, these pellets are produced by directly processing the stem and bark of the calliandra (Calliandra calothyrsus) plant without separation, aiming for manufacturing efficiency. This study investigated the quality differences between calliandra biomass pellets with and without bark and varying particle sizes. Particle sizes used were 20 mesh, 40 mesh, and 60 mesh. The pellets were made using a 12 mm diameter biomass pellet mold and a manual hydraulic press with a pressure of 3 tons. Characterization involved assessing proximate analysis, calorific value, physical and mechanical properties, and Fourier Transform Infrared analysis. The test results were compared with biomass pellet standards from Indonesia, Japan, Korea, and Germany. Results indicate that bark affects several properties, with higher ash content observed in pellets with bark due to the higher mineral content in bark. Volatile matter decreases with finer particle size, influencing combustion rate. Moisture content is higher in pellets with bark, impacting combustion efficiency and smoke production. Fixed carbon values are influenced by moisture and volatile matter content. Calorific values are generally higher in pellets without bark and smaller particle sizes. Density and compressive strength increase with decreasing particle size. FTIR analysis reveals differences in functional groups between pellets with and without bark, indicating variations in chemical composition. Overall, this research provides insight into the potential of calliandra biomass pellets with bark and without bark along with particle size as a renewable energy source.
The effect of oil heat treatment on the color and the community’s color preferences of two Gigantochloa species Permana, Anom Tahta; Suri, Intan Fajar; Febryano, Indra Gumay; Hidayat, Wahyu
Global Forest Journal Vol. 3 No. 02 (2025): Global Forest Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/gfj.v3i02.21027

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friendly material. Two local Indonesian bamboo species, namely apus bamboo(Gigantochloa apus) and ater bamboo (Gigantochloa atter), have been widelyused in various fields but still face challenges such as fading color and lowresistance to moisture. This study aims to investigate the color changes in apusbamboo and ater bamboo after undergoing heat treatment using oil at varyingtemperatures of 160°C, 180°C, 200°C, and 220°C. Five-year-old bamboo sampleswere cut into cylindrical shapes with a diameter of 10 cm and a height of 5 cm,then tested for color before and after the heat treatment. The treatment was carriedout for 2 hours using oil as a medium, then dried in an oven. Color changes wereanalyzed using a general colorimeter scanner. Data collection on communitypreferences for bamboo colors was conducted by distributing questionnaires. Thered-green chromaticity changes in apus bamboo exhibit a decreasing trend,whereas ater bamboo shows an increasing trend. The yellow-blue chromaticitychanges in both bamboo species show an increasing trend. For the lightness level,both bamboos have decreased. The overall color change in apus bamboo and aterbamboo increases with the increasing temperature. The color preference resultsrevealed that women prefer bright colors in both bamboo species. Men are moreselective in their color preferences; some choose bright colors, but many alsochoose dark colors.
The effect of oil heat treatment on color changes and preference of sengon (Falcataria moluccana) and African tulip (Spathodea campanulata) woods Al Qorny, Faiz; Suri, Intan Fajar; Febryano, Indra Gumay; Hidayat, Wahyu
Global Forest Journal. Vol. 4 No. 1 (2026): Global Forest Journal
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.32734/gfj.v4i1.23452

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Indonesia faces increasing pressure on its natural forest resources due to deforestation and rising demand for wood, encouraging the utilization of fast-growing species such as sengon (Falcataria moluccana) and underutilized invasive species such as African tulip (Spathodea campanulata). However, both species are characterized by naturally light surface colors, which are often perceived as less attractive for decorative and interior applications. Oil heat treatment (OHT) has been used to modify wood color and enhance visual appearance. This study evaluated the effects of OHT at 160°C, 180°C, 200°C, and 220°C for 2 hours on color changes and public color preferences of sengon and African tulip woods. Color changes were visually observed and quantitatively analyzed using the CIE-LAB color system, while preference data were collected through an online survey involving male and female respondents. The results showed that OHT caused significant darkening of wood surfaces, with African tulipwood exhibiting greater color changes than sengon. Preference analysis indicated that female respondents tended to favor wood colors heat-treated at moderate temperatures (180°C), whereas male respondents preferred darker colors produced at higher temperatures (200–220°C). For African tulip wood, treatment at 200°C was the most preferred overall by both genders. These findings demonstrate that oil heat treatment effectively modifies wood color and that consumer color preferences vary by gender, which may be considered in visually oriented wood applications.