Article1 min read May 28, 2025STAR - May 2025 - SSIG Members NeededTAPPI's Standard-Specific Interest Groups (SSIGs) for three critical testing methods need experienced professionals to prevent potential withdrawal. The standards cover accelerated pollutant aging of printing papers, titanium dioxide determination, and light source evaluation for fluorescent whitening agents. Mid-career professionals can join these free technical committees to influence industry standards, demonstrate technical leadership, and build expertise in specialized testing methods. Participation offers networking opportunities with industry experts and enhances professional credibility through standards development work. Contact standards@tappi.org to join and help maintain these essential paper testing protocols that impact quality control processes across the industry.
Article1 min read Mar 26, 2025STAR - March 2025 - SSIG Members NeededTAPPI's Standard-Specific Interest Groups (SSIGs) for critical testing methods urgently need experienced professionals to prevent method withdrawal. Five key standards covering silver tarnishing, creasing protocols, accelerated aging procedures, and light source evaluation require member expertise to maintain industry benchmarks. Participation offers mid-career professionals valuable opportunities to influence technical standards, demonstrate leadership capabilities, and build specialized knowledge in quality assurance methodologies. These free membership roles provide direct access to standards development processes, positioning members as technical authorities while contributing to essential industry protocols that impact manufacturing operations across paper and packaging sectors.
