http://196.220.128.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/207 Sun, 26 Apr 2026 23:56:45 GMT 2026-04-26T23:56:45Z http://196.220.128.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/5692 ASSESSMENT OF THE PRODUCTION AND USES OF CERAMIC TILES IN SOUTHWESTERN NIGERIA IDOWU, OLUWATUASE IDOWU The study is targeted at assessment of the production and uses of ceramic tiles in southwestern Nigeria. About 80% of ceramic tiles are imported since the few tile producing industries in the country do not have the capacity to satisfy the huge demand for the products. The research effort is therefore, aimed at investigating the current production status and uses of ceramic tiles in south western Nigeria with a view to suggesting ways to promoting its use and at enhancing the indigenous production. It is a combination of qualitative and quantitative research which is social and experimental in nature. The experimental aspect is strived at producing porcelain tiles using local raw materials from the Southwestern part of Nigeria as a cost effective alternative to imported ceramics. In order to achieve the above, field trips were made to different locations in Southwestern Nigeria to collect samples of kaolin (from Ifon), feldspar (from Ijero) and silica (from Igbokoda). A twenty-one (21) member triaxial experimental blend was used to determine the selected materials. Based on preliminary test result, blend 12 with composition of 20% kaolin, 60% silica and 20% feldspar was chosen for the study. However, the test with the above composition was not successful, at the point of application on a larger tile surface. The need for a re-adjustment of the composition with addition of limestone was adopted. The re-adjusted composition was fired to a temperature of 1280oC. The fired samples were successful and could match up with the Nigeria (NIS) and international standard (ISO). The qualitative aspect of the study has to do with the objectives of identifying the sizes of ceramic tiles commonly demanded, the sources of ceramic tiles available in Nigerian market, the factors responsible for the incessant collapse of ceramic industries in the Nigeria as well as the identification of tile consumer preference in the study area. In order to achieve the objectives, one thousand, one hundred and six (1,106) structured questionnaires were administered to elicit respondent opinions. In all, one thousand and twelve (1,012) collected questionnaires were analyzed using descriptive statistics such as percentage /proportions, multiple bar charts for comparism and chi-square test of independence. Anova and pair wise comparism tests were used as inferential statistics. Acceptable error level was (the precision) taken as 0.05. Based on the analysis, the research indicated specifically that tiles size 400x400mm are the most commonly found in the Nigeria market, Italian tiles are the most commonly supplied and demanded for in Nigeria, high cost of production is responsible for the incessant collapse of most ceramic tile producing outfits in Nigeria and durability was identified as an outstanding property which determines the choice of ceramic tiles in the Nigerian market. It recommended, that Government should give financial assistance in form of tax holiday, reduction of electricity tariff, provision of social amenities at the Government cost and drastic reduction in prices of gas use in firing the tiles. The adoption of the recommendations of this research work by the Government, producers and studio ceramist will definitely enhance the local production of ceramic tiles which is currently put at only 20%. Sun, 01 May 2016 00:00:00 GMT http://196.220.128.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/5692 2016-05-01T00:00:00Z http://196.220.128.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/5691 DEVELOPMENT OF ANTIBACTERIAL GAUZE BANDAGE FOR COTTAGE PRODUCTION. ADELAKUN, DEBORAH OLUWAPELUMI The present research sought to develop bandages with different weaving techniques using locally available yarns with the aim of developing the potentials for the production of suitable gauze bandage that have been administered with antimicrobial agents. Two types of yarns namely cotton and polyester were utilized for the present study. Selected yarns were woven on different type of looms (vertically and horizontally) using weaves at the Industrial Design studio of the Federal University of Technology, Akure and the Industrial Design department of Kogi State Polytechnic. The antimicrobial potencies of the herbal extract used, Chromonaela odorata and Vernonia amygdalina were analyzed in the Department of Microbiology Laboratory, FUTA. Similarly, the solubility, flammability and physio-chemical properties of the fibers utilized for the study was carried out. The results shown that the cotton ignited easily and are quickly in contact with flame while polyester melted and shrank on approaching flame, it burnt slowly. The solubility test indicates that cotton dissolves completely while polyester broke into pieces. Cotton under the microscope was flat while polyester was smooth and rod like. of looming, a more delicate, smoother and softer texture was achieved on the vertical loom compared to the horizontal loom. Physio-mechanical test for fibre, the result showed that A and B were made from cellulosic fibre (cotton) while C and D were made from synthetic fibre (polyester). In terms of the physic chemical properties of the plant extract Providential spp. had significantly higher zone than Pseudomonas sp. Both plant extracts used had the same effect on the inhibition zone while aqueous solvent was the most effective. A total of six bacteria were utilized. Bandage treated with aqueous Siam extract significantly hindered the growth of B. lichenformis bitter leaf aqueous extract. This research therefore demonstrates the possibility of making suitable bandages using locally sourced fibres and this will go a long way reducing overdependence on importation of foreign bandages. Mon, 01 May 2023 00:00:00 GMT http://196.220.128.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/5691 2023-05-01T00:00:00Z http://196.220.128.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/5690 INVESTIGATING THE INTER-RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ONDO AND IJEBU ASO OKE DESIGN TYPES ADEBAYO, OLAOLUWAKIITAN JULIANA The traditional hand woven fabrics, Aso-Oke of Yoruba people of South Western Nigeria is a major identity of the people which cannot be underestimated, as its aesthetic values from the ancient times is core to their cultural practices. Many research studies often classify all hand woven fabrics of South Western Nigeria as Aso-Oke, which implies clothing from the hinterland, that is aso awon ara ilu oke (Ademuleya, 2014). Spectacularly, the use of Aso-Oke is now of global attraction with its attendant consequences of transcultural blends, therefore, it becomes imperative to make concise documentation of the source or origin of specific Aso-Oke design types. Hence, this study investigates the origin of the Ondo Alaari design type of Aso-Oke and highlight through comparative analysis the interrelationship between the Ondo and Ijebu Aso-Oke in terms of variances in motifs, designs, colours and textures. The study also enumerates the influence of Ondo Aso-Oke on Ijebu Aso-Oke design types and examines the consequences of the transcultural blends from these two geographical locations. Research questions were generated, while questionnaire made up of 25 items were used to elicit information from 365 respondents who were the major stakeholders such as 45 producers (weavers), 24 consumers (users), and 75 traders respectively, all these formed the research population. Results from objective one and two revealed that most respondents strongly agreed to the existence of Ondo Alaari design type of Aso-Oke before the emergence of Ijebu Alaari design types and that there are significant influence with modifications. Results from objective three and four revealed that from the contemporary times, the Ondo people developed interest in colours on Ijebu Aso-Oke, adopted and modified these for use on the Ondo Alaari design types, thereby rendering it completely different from the indigenous Ondo hand woven fabrics(Pivot study 2021). The study emphasized the importance of dress patterns to the people’s culture. The study recommends the need for documentation of specific indigenous woven fabrics for scholarly use and preservation of historical facts. The research also recommends adequate utilization of our natural resources in order to enhance continuous and consistent development of the traditional hand woven fabrics while importation of fibres for weaving should be minimized. Wed, 01 Mar 2023 00:00:00 GMT http://196.220.128.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/5690 2023-03-01T00:00:00Z http://196.220.128.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/5527 INVESTIGATING THE INFLUENCE OF PACKAGE DESIGN ON FAST FOOD CONSUMPTION IN IBADAN NIGERIA AJIBOYE, ADEGBOYEGA MICHAEL This research study was planned and conducted with the aim of investigating the influence of package design on fast food consumption in Ibadan, Nigeria with a view to ascertaining whether or not package design is added value to consumers’ purchasing rate of fast food. This study was conducted using random sample of 104 consumers of Cadbury plc. and Nestle Food Plc in Ibadan. Structured questionnaire was used to obtain responses from characteristic respondents who are consumers of the package products. Data obtained from the study were analysed using descriptive statistics, using the Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) the entire variables using Analysis of variance (ANOVA) (Version 20). Result of the finding shows that visual elements of the package design influence the purchase of the fast food product and have an input on consumer attraction. The package design elements such as picture, colour and information shows a mid-level relationship, while low level relationship was established between the package Size, technology, font style and layout. However, there is no significant difference between the fast food product that has the highest influence and the package design. Tue, 01 Nov 2022 00:00:00 GMT http://196.220.128.81:8080/xmlui/handle/123456789/5527 2022-11-01T00:00:00Z