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Article1 min read Jul 30, 2025STAR - July 2025 - Members for Working Groups of Useful Methods NeededTAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead and participate in critical Useful Methods working groups that establish industry testing standards. Multiple leadership opportunities are available as Working Group Chairs for fiber analysis, wood chip density, pulp processing, and specialty paper testing methods. Mid-career professionals can demonstrate technical expertise, gain visibility in standards committees, and build leadership credentials while contributing to industry benchmarking protocols. Participation requires TAPPI membership and involves collaboration with peers from different companies to review and validate essential testing methodologies used across pulp and paper operations.
Article2 min read Jul 17, 2025Kento North America Welcomes John Kelley: Innovation, Leadership, and a Lifetime in PrintKento Hybrid continues to grow in North America, and we’re thrilled to welcome industry veteran John Kelley as our new Managing Director for the region. With over 45 years of experience in corrugated packaging and a lifelong passion for high-graphics printing and converting, John brings both strategic insight and deep operational knowledge to support our customers.
Article1 min read Feb 26, 2025STAR - February 2025 - STAR of the MonthTAPPI celebrates John Buzzell's exceptional four-year tenure as CORBOTEC TIP Coordinator, showcasing how senior industry professionals drive technical standards excellence. During his leadership from 2020-2024, Buzzell modernized TAPPI's corrugated Technical Information Papers portfolio, publishing 41 new TIPs while managing 74 total documents representing 25% of TAPPI's collection. His distinguished service earned him the 2022 Corrugated Division Technical Award and Harry J. Bettendorf Prize. As he transitions leadership to Jerry Saballus, Buzzell's legacy demonstrates the profound impact dedicated volunteers have on maintaining industry-relevant technical documentation and standards development for corrugated professionals worldwide.
Article1 min read Jan 29, 2025STAR - January 2025 - General AnnouncementsTAPPI streamlines standards development for experienced professionals through two clear pathways: submit new ideas via the New Idea Submission form for committee review, or send substantial drafts directly to standards@tappi.org for guidance through the approval process. The withdrawal of TIP 1205-02 Cotton in nonwovens demonstrates TAPPI's commitment to maintaining industry relevance through mandatory 10-year reviews. Legacy leaders can access withdrawn TIPs free as members or reinstate them by contacting tip@tappi.org, providing opportunities to influence industry standards and share decades of expertise.
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