Video00:30:44 Sep 23, 2025The Likeability Trap sponsored by the WIN Career Catalyst CommitteeTAPPI's Women in Industry Career Catalyst Committee hosted a virtual book club featuring journalist Alicia Menendez discussing her book 'The Likeability Trap.' This exclusive session explored how mid-career professionals can navigate workplace authenticity without compromising leadership effectiveness. Menendez shared strategic insights on reframing subjective feedback, focusing on results-driven communication, and building supportive professional networks. The discussion addressed common challenges including managing team dynamics, proving ROI to employers, and balancing people-pleasing tendencies with authentic leadership. Participants gained practical tools for career advancement, including techniques for handling pushy feedback, establishing clear work objectives, and creating safety through collective action, directly supporting professional development goals and leadership pipeline advancement.
Article1 min read Jun 10, 2025Valmet to Deliver Furnace Upgrade to Shotton Mill Limited in the UKMill is undergoing an investment program that will see 67,000 tonnes per year of tissue paper production
Article7 min read Apr 10, 2025The Future of Paper Drying… with Today’s TechnologiesPaper industry leaders can achieve significant CO2 reduction and cost savings through proven drying technologies while sustainability demands intensify. Steel dryers deliver 7-10% improved drying performance compared to traditional cast alternatives, creating leaner machine layouts and reduced resource consumption. Advanced heat insulation solutions like the Energy and Safety Device can save 2-5% in energy costs, translating to over $100,000 annual savings for typical production lines. German-manufactured steel dryers offer 20% lower CO2 footprint than Asian alternatives due to sustainable production processes and shorter transport distances. These technologies provide immediate ROI opportunities for operations managers seeking measurable environmental and financial impact.
Article1 min read Mar 13, 2025Sonoco Names Andrea White as Chief Human Resources OfficerSonoco Products Company announced that Andrea White has been named Chief Human Resources Officer and has been elected a corporate officer by the Company's Board of Directors. She is a member of the Company's Executive Committee and reports to Howard Coker, President and CEO.
Article1 min read Nov 21, 2024Successful Startup of Voith’s Cleaning System CleanLine Extract4D at Lightweight Packaging and Bogus Paper Manufacturer in CanadaVoith successfully installed three CleanLine Extract4D cleaning systems for fabrics in the dryer section of a Canadian manufacturer for lightweight packaging and bogus paper. The implementation of the precise technology represents a major step forward in enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of the customer’s production processes.
Video00:42:41 Aug 2, 2023Superior Drying Efficiency in Steel Dryers ConceptThis TAPPI webinar explores how carbon steel dryer cylinders deliver superior performance compared to cast iron alternatives in paper manufacturing. Simone Puccini from Tosco Tech demonstrates how steel's higher allowable stress enables thinner shell thickness, resulting in 15-20% improved heat transfer coefficients and production increases up to 25%. Mid-career professionals will discover practical benefits including reduced energy consumption, better cross-direction moisture profiles, shorter drying section requirements, and easier maintenance through welded construction versus bolted cast iron assemblies. Real case studies showcase measurable ROI improvements for corrugated and scoreboard production lines.
Article1 min read May 1, 2023Black liquor evaporators upgrade — How many effects?, TAPPI Journal April 2023Author: James Cantrell and Jim StrakaJames Cantrell and Jim Straka ABSTRACT: Black liquor evaporation is generall
