إنتاج لب الورق من خلال إعادة تدوير الورق المستعمل

Abstract

This study aimed to shed light on paper pulp production through the recycling of paper waste, considering that the volume of paper waste is continuously increasing, leading to the depletion of forest resources due to the process of tree cutting to meet the needs of factories. The term "paper waste" is a term that carries a negative connotation for most people and is considered insignificant due to the lack of societal awareness of its hidden importance. However, economically, it holds commercial and industrial value, as it can be utilized instead of being randomly disposed of. Recycling paper is considered one of the best ways to protect the environment and preserve its resources. This study addressed the importance of paperrecycling, as well as the current status of paper waste recycling worldwide and specifically in Algeria. Algeria has the potential to achieve self-sufficiency by recycling its paper waste since it is among the countries with the highest consumption of paper products. The study also discussed the important techniques of paper pulp production and various types of recycled paper. Additionally, it presented the stages involved in the process of paper pulp production through the utilization of used paper. To achieve the objective of this study, we proposed the establishment of a dedicated paper production factory locally in the" Ain Temouchent" province, utilizing used paper. The economic, financial, and technical feasibility of this project was studied, and a preliminary model for this project was presented