Natural materials
Bamboo Processing Technology
UIRI supports the processing of bamboo into durable, eco-friendly and marketable products through machinery, training and technical guidance.
Overview
UIRI leverages the versatility of bamboo to support the production of eco-friendly and durable products. The process covers bamboo treatment for durability, shaping and finishing to create higher-value products.
Example products
Bamboo processing can support domestic, commercial and environmentally conscious product markets.
- Bamboo furniture such as chairs, tables and shelves
- Handcrafted home decor items such as lampshades, vases and wall hangings
- Toothpicks and eco-friendly cutlery as biodegradable alternatives to plastic
Why consider this technology
Bamboo is fast-growing and renewable, making it useful for green enterprise development and for reducing pressure on timber resources.
- Creates green business and export opportunities
- Reduces deforestation by providing a timber alternative
- Adds value to an available natural resource
- Can support rural enterprise growth