Printing furniture with biomaterials
Shelduck uses various natural materials like fibers and starch-based binders to create the pulp used to create our sustainable furniture. This Pulp can be printed in any shape or form with our developed 3D pulp printers. We can make pulp with a variety of natural fibers and waste streams from the agriculture and food sectors. Some of the natural fibers we use include:
- Sunflower husks
- Bell pepper scraps (waste stream)
- Cellulose (including old cardboard)
- Recell cellulose (waste stream from water purification)
- Cow manure
- Wood sawdust / chips
- Hemp fiber
- Chrysanthellum clippings (waste stream from chrysanthemum cultivation)
- Cattail
- Willow fibers
- Flax
In addition, there are many natural fiber sources we have yet to work with, such as coconut, kenaf, bamboo, rise husk, etc.
You can profit from many benefits
using biomaterials in 3D printing
You can profit of these many benefits using bio materials in 3D printing.
Sustainable
The products are made with renewable resources, such as plants and agricultural waste.
This helps reduce our reliance on non-renewable resources and helps to protect the
environment.
Biodegradable
Our products are fully biodegradable, breaking down naturally by microorganisms in the environment. Instead of contributing to pollution, they enrich the soil with vital nutrients.
Lightweight
The products are often made of lighter materials than their traditional counterparts, which
makes the 3D-printed objects more portable and easier to transport.
Durable
The products are strong, durable and have a natural look. This makes them suitable for a variety of applications.
Bio pulp and natural finishes
Shelduck’s 3D Bio Pulp Printer material exhibits a remarkable affinity for natural bio-based finishes, including paints, oils, and waxes. This compatibility stems from the material’s inherent composition, which seamlessly integrates with these eco-friendly substances. By incorporating natural finishes, Shelduck’s bio pulp material not only enhances its aesthetic appeal but also imparts additional properties such as water resistance, UV protection, and fire resistance.
The material’s porous nature allows for the absorption of these finishes, resulting in a rich, natural patina that complements its organic form. The range of available natural finishes, from waterborne paints to vegetable-based oils and waxes, provides designers and creators with a wealth of options for customizing their bio-pulp creations. This versatility ensures that Shelduck’s 3D Bio Pulp Printer material remains a cutting-edge material, capable of fulfilling a wide spectrum of design and functional needs.