Method for using replaceable non-stick sheets to prevent wood-based composite panels sticking to press platens

A system for producing a wood-based composite panel, comprising:

• a heated press machine with a plurality of platens comprising at least one upper platen and at least one lower platen, configured to apply pressure and/or heat in a pressing process to convert a lignocellulosic mat placed between said upper platen and said lower platen into a wood-based composite panel, said heated press machine comprising a loading end and an unloading end;
• and
• a non-stick sheet mounted on an underside of said upper platen;
• wherein the lignocellulosic mat comprises a plurality of lignocellulosic elements and one or more adhesives mixed or blended with said lignocellulosic elements;
• and
• wherein the non-stick sheet is configured to prevent said one or more adhesives from sticking or adhering to a lower face of said upper platen.