Article1 min read Nov 27, 2024STAR - November 2024 - TAPPI Standards in BallotTAPPI Standards balloting opens for four critical industry specifications, including specular gloss measurement, color determination, residual ink concentration analysis, and tissue product thickness testing. Senior industry professionals and Legacy Leaders can contribute their decades of expertise by reviewing draft standards and participating in Standard-Specific Interest Groups. These balloting opportunities represent meaningful ways for experienced practitioners to maintain professional influence, shape industry standards, and leverage their technical knowledge in advancing paper and pulp manufacturing protocols. Contact standards@tappi.org to request ballot copies or join review committees where your extensive experience directly impacts future industry practices.