1942 U.S. Department of Agriculture – Hemp For Victory (video)

Hemp Processing Facilities

• IND Hemp, Fort Benton, Montana – Morgan Elliott (video) 
• IND Hemp, Fort Benton, Montana – Morgan Elliott (video) 
• Canadian Rockies Hemp Corp., Bruderheim, Alberta
• Panda Biotech, Wichita, Texas
• Renaissance Fiber, Wilmington, NC

Bast Fibre Technologies Inc.

HEMPALTA, Calgary, Alberta 

Textile & Composite Industries Pty Ltd

 

Hemp Bioplastics

• Hemp hurd is rich in cellulose and used as a base for a variety of bioplastics used to manufacture car parts.
• https://polymer-process.com/hemp-plastic-manufacturer/
• https://www.mamcomolding.com/whyhemp
• https://hempplastic.com/about-us/
• https://blog.signature-products.com/can-hemp-replace-plastic-the-enormous-potential-of-hemp-bioplastics/

 

Scientific Papers

• Natural fiber composite energy absorption structures
• A Study in Physical and Mechanical Properties of Hemp Fibers 
• Manufacturing Particleboard Using Hemp Shiv and Wood Particles 
• Tensile properties of chemically treated hemp fibers as reinforcement for composites 
• Science Direct – Bast Fiber 
• Science Direct – Hemp as a potential raw material toward a sustainable world
• Science Direct – Industrial hemp fiber, a sustainable and economical alternative to cotton 
• Wikiwand – The etymology of hemp and uses 
• Wikipedia – Hemp 
• Rodale Institute, Kutztown, Pennsylvania
• USDA – Harvesting, Retting, and Fiber Separation 

National Library of Medicine – A Review of Hemp as Food and Nutritional Supplement

National Library of Medicine – The Seed of Industrial Hemp – Nutritional Quality and Potential Functionality for Human Health and Nutrition

The American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) – Hemp Carbon Makes Supercapacitors Superfast

American Chemical Society – Structure and Chemical Composition of Bast Fibers Isolated from Developing Hemp Stem 

Composite World – Natural fiber composites: What’s holding them back? 

Formula Swiss – The Future of Batteries: Hemp-Based Supercapacitors Outperform Lithium and Graphene at a Fraction of the Cost

ResearchGate – Hemp is the Future of Plastics

Effects of Hemp Seed on the Production, Fatty Acid Profile, and Antioxidant Capacity of Milk from Goats Fed Hay or a Mixed Shrubs–Grass Rangeland

Evaluation of behavior in veal calves fed milk containing different levels of hempseed cake

US: First application for hemp as feed for poultry

The European Industrial Hemp Association: Hemp-a-real-green-deal_EN EIHA Dec 2020.pdf

 

Construction Material

Hempcrete takes ‘important step’ in U.S. by entering international code

Universities Researching Hemp

University of Kentucky

Kentucky State University Organic Research Program

Murray State University

NC State University 

NC State University – Industrial Hemp: A More Sustainable Option for the Hygiene Industry

University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture: https://hemp.tennessee.edu and https://www.tnstate.edu/extension/hempprojectposter.pdf  and https://hemp.tennessee.edu/research-publications/

Oregon State University

Cornell University

Texas A&M

Colorado State University

Purdue University

Thomas Jefferson University

University of Maryland

University of Florida

Top 10 Hemp Research Institutes In The World

Car Companies

• https://www.researchgate.net/figure/Mercedes-Benz-A-Class-showcasing-use-of-Hemp-fibre-reinforced-plastics-in-the-interior_fig4_334064195
• https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/from-farm-to-freeway-alberta-company-creates-car-parts-out-of-hemp-flax-wood-1.3675087
• https://www.just-auto.com/news/usa-daimlerchrysler-corporation-to-expand-use-of-natural-fibers-in-automotive-components/
• https://hempco.net.au/hemp-cars-benefits-and-examples/blog
• https://blog.signature-products.com/hemp-automotive-industry/

Will Hemp Make EV Batteries Better? 

Hemp-based battery company foresees 100s of jobs 

Hemp-Based Supercapacitors Outperform Lithium and Graphene at a Fraction of the Cost        

Eco-Friendly and Sustainable Car Parts

Composite Materials: 

Hemp fibers can be combined with other natural or synthetic fibers and resins to create strong and lightweight composite materials. These materials can be used to replace traditional fiberglass or plastic components in car parts, reducing the weight of the vehicle and improving fuel efficiency.

1. Interior Panels: Hemp-based composites can be used to create interior panels such as door panels, dashboard components, and trim. These panels can be more environmentally friendly and have a lower carbon footprint compared to traditional plastic panels.
2. Trunk Liners: Hemp fibers can be used to create trunk liners and cargo area covers. These components can provide added durability and reduce noise in the vehicle’s interior.
3. Seat Cushions: Hemp fibers can be used to create seat cushions and upholstery materials. Hemp-based seat cushions may provide a more sustainable alternative to traditional foam cushions.
4. Door Panels: Hemp fibers can be used to reinforce door panels, making them more durable and impact-resistant.
5. Roof Liners: Hemp-based materials can be used to create roof liners that provide insulation and soundproofing.
6. Bumper Reinforcements: Hemp fibers can be incorporated into bumper materials to enhance their strength and impact resistance.
7. Sun Visors: Hemp fibers can be used to reinforce sun visors, making them more rigid and durable.
8. Exterior Body Panels: Some experimental projects have explored the use of hemp-based composites for exterior body panels. These panels can contribute to weight reduction and increased sustainability.
9. Insulation: Hemp fibers can be used for thermal and acoustic insulation in various parts of the vehicle, contributing to a quieter and more energy-efficient interior.
10. Dashboard Materials: Hemp-based materials can be used for dashboard components, reducing the need for petroleum-based plastics.

The use of hemp-based materials in car parts aligns with the growing demand for more sustainable and environmentally friendly manufacturing practices in the automotive industry. While the adoption of hemp-based car parts is still relatively limited, ongoing research and innovation will lead to more widespread use in the future.