Video01:00:20 Jun 4, 2025Transitioning from micro to nano: unlocking the potential of cellulose nanomaterials WebinarThis comprehensive presentation explores advanced cellulose nanomaterial production through real-time monitoring and machine learning optimization. Marc Delgado-Aguilar demonstrates how tempo-mediated oxidation and enzymatic pretreatments can be monitored using NIR spectroscopy and chemometric modeling, enabling better process control. The research reveals optimal processing conditions for high-pressure homogenization, showing 1.5% consistency delivers maximum fibrillation yield while minimizing energy consumption. Advanced AI models including artificial neural networks and random forest algorithms successfully predict key properties like aspect ratio and yield of fibrillation from easily measurable process parameters. These breakthrough approaches address critical industry challenges in scaling cellulose nanofiber production, offering practical solutions for reducing processing costs, improving quality control, and accelerating time-to-market for sustainable nanomaterials applications across multiple industries.
Article1 min read Apr 3, 2025Oji India Packaging Opens Large Corrugated Packaging Plant at Sri CityOji India Packaging Pvt Ltd, a subsidiary of Japan’s Oji Group, a leading paper products manufacturer, has opened its fifth manufacturing plant in India at Sri City, Andhra Pradesh. The new facility, the largest of its kind in South Asia, will specialise in producing corrugated boxes and packaging accessories, offering sustainable and high-quality packaging solutions for South India.
Article2 min read Nov 25, 2024There are Exciting Changes on the Horizon – Care to Join Us?Be a part of the positive change happening as TAPPI grows and evolves its annual flagship event.
Article1 min read Nov 21, 2024Better Together Podcast Captures SuperCorrExpo® Energy in Latest EpisodesListen in to the newest Better Together episodes to hear candid conversations from twelve industry leaders as they reveal their expertise and excitement on the SuperCorrExpo® 2024 floor.
Article1 min read Aug 22, 2024Graphic Packaging CEO Sells Over $8.4m in Company StockMichael P. Doss, President and CEO of Graphic Packaging Holding Co (NYSE:GPK), has sold a significant portion of his company stock, transactions that totaled over $8.4 million. The sales took place over three consecutive days, with prices ranging from $27.91 to $28.21 per share.
Article3 min read Mar 16, 2023Equipment Doesn't Break Down, Components Do!What is a component? IDCON uses the word “component” to describe an item that is highly repetitive for preventive maintenance purposes. For example, the AC motor on the infeed hydraulic unit is composed of several components or machine elements. The infeed hydraulic unit is a highly repetitive unit often found in paper mills, refineries, mines, etc. AC motors are a component that is reoccurring as well.
Video00:43:06 Jul 1, 2021WIN Annual Meeting 2021TAPPI's Women in Industry Division annual meeting showcased remarkable growth from 15 founding members in 2015 to over 500 division members, with 400 attendees from 23 countries participating in their virtual summit. Mid-career professionals gained insights into advanced technical opportunities, benchmarking data showing women comprise 18.8% of TAPPI membership, and leadership development pathways through committee participation. The division offers specialized committees focused on benchmarking, celebrating women leaders, career development strategies, and industry outreach, providing direct access to executive briefings, conference speaking opportunities, and professional networking essential for proving ROI to employers and advancing into senior leadership roles.
Video00:01:15 Jun 3, 2021Women's Summit 2021 - Platinum Sponsor JacobsJacobs demonstrates how diversity and inclusion drive operational excellence in engineering and technical leadership roles. The company's commitment to gender equality and women's advancement creates mentorship opportunities, leadership development pathways, and inclusive workplace policies that support career growth. For mid-career professionals seeking leadership roles, Jacobs offers a proven framework for building diverse teams, implementing inclusive management practices, and leveraging diverse perspectives to enhance project outcomes and team performance in technical environments.
