Hemcore Hemp Shiv & Fines

Hemp Technology follow a zero-waste processing philosophy. The non-fibrous fraction of the hemp stem (approximately 75%) is made up of the shiv and smaller particles (or fines). The shiv is de-dusted, graded, bagged and palletised. The fines are further refined to remove the mineral component and either loaded into bulk containers or compressed into bio-logs.

Hemp Shiv

Hemp shiv is an absorbent, low-density cellulosic material that comes from the core of the hemp plant. Traditionally this material was used as a fuel. Today, Hemcore Horse Bedding is recognised as the leading products – prized for its cleanliness and high absorbency. The properties of the hemp shiv also make it uniquely compatible with lime for the production of Tradical Hemcrete®. Other uses of the shiv include low-density particleboard for numerous joinery applications and as an alternative to bark mulch.

Hemp shiv is usually supplied in 20 litre bags and stacked on pallets of 35 bales/pallet. 22 pallets/truck.

Hemp Fines

The cellulosic dust from the hemp plant is graded and further cleaned to remove the mineral component. Hemp fines find uses as a filler in plastics and in lime render, or compressed into logs for use as a fuel. Hemp fines can also be used as a soil improver.

Hemp raw materials may deliver interesting new properties to your product or process. If you would like to explore what hemp can do for you, we would like to hear from you.