Article1 min read Sep 24, 2025STAR - September 2025 - TAPPI Standards in BallotTAPPI has released nine critical industry standards for public ballot review, including key pulp testing methods and corrugated board specifications, with voting deadlines through October 2025. Senior industry professionals can significantly impact these standards by participating in Standard-Specific Interest Groups that shape testing protocols for light sources evaluation, laboratory beating methods, lignin analysis, and packaging durability. This presents an ideal opportunity for experienced executives to maintain their professional influence, contribute expertise to industry development, and participate in the regulatory framework that defines quality standards across paper and packaging sectors.
Article1 min read Aug 27, 2025STAR - August 2025 - STAR of the MonthThe TAPPI T 836 four-point bending stiffness test method provides operations managers and R&D professionals with precise flexural rigidity measurements for corrugated board, solid boards, and paperboard in machine and cross directions. This standardized procedure covers materials with bending stiffness ranging from 0.5 to 200 Nm, enabling accurate quality control benchmarking and material performance validation. The four-point loading configuration delivers reliable data for corrugated packaging applications, supporting informed decision-making in production optimization and material selection. Available through TAPPI standards, this method helps teams maintain consistent testing protocols while meeting industry specifications for packaging performance.
Article1 min read May 28, 2025STAR - May 2025 - Standards Ready for Final Approval at SARGTAPPI prepares ten critical standards for SARG Spring 2025 submission, including seven eligible for American National Standards designation. These standards span essential testing methods for optical measurements, fiber analysis, folding endurance, friction coefficients, alkalinity testing, surface properties, bursting strength, and bending stiffness. Senior industry professionals can review final drafts on the SARG page at tappi.org and contribute their expertise to these foundational testing protocols. This standards review process offers experienced members meaningful opportunities to influence industry practices, maintain professional engagement, and shape the future of pulp and paper testing methodologies through their decades of technical knowledge.
Article1 min read Feb 26, 2025STAR - February 2025 - TAPPI Standards in BallotTAPPI has released two critical standards for public ballot review, offering mid-career professionals opportunities to demonstrate technical leadership and industry expertise. T 845 om-20 addresses wet pin adhesion testing for corrugated board quality control, while T 401 om-20 covers fiber analysis methods essential for paper and paperboard manufacturing. Plant managers, R&D leads, and operations professionals can participate in Standard-Specific Interest Groups to influence industry benchmarks and advance their technical credentials. Contact standards@tappi.org to request draft copies or join SSIG committees. Engagement in standards development provides measurable ROI through enhanced technical knowledge, networking opportunities, and leadership visibility within the pulp and paper industry.
Article1 min read Jan 29, 2025STAR - January 2025 - TAPPI Standards in BallotTAPPI has released two critical standards for ballot review: T 845 om-20 covering wet pin adhesion testing for corrugated board quality control (closing February 5th) and T 401 om-20 for fiber analysis procedures in paper manufacturing (closing February 23rd). These updated testing standards provide plant managers and R&D professionals with enhanced methodologies for quality benchmarking and process optimization. Technical leaders can request draft copies from standards@tappi.org and join Standard-Specific Interest Groups to influence industry protocols. Participation offers valuable networking opportunities and demonstrates technical leadership within your organization while contributing to industry-wide best practices.
