Article1 min read Aug 27, 2025STAR - August 2025 - General AnnouncementsTAPPI offers streamlined pathways for developing industry standards and technical information papers (TIPs) that drive operational excellence. Mid-career professionals can submit general ideas through the New Idea Submission form or send substantial drafts directly to standards@tappi.org for expert guidance. The Standards Manager provides comprehensive support throughout the approval process, ensuring your technical contributions align with industry best practices. Guidelines are available free to TAPPI members, with reinstatement options for withdrawn Useful Methods. This standards development opportunity enables plant managers, R&D leads, and technical professionals to showcase expertise, contribute to industry benchmarks, and demonstrate measurable ROI to leadership while advancing career development goals.
Article1 min read Aug 27, 2025STAR - August 2025 - Acronyms You May Need to KnowMaster the essential TAPPI standards acronyms that drive technical excellence in pulp and paper operations. This comprehensive reference guide decodes 16 critical abbreviations, from TIP (Technical Information Paper) and Working Groups to Official Methods and Standard Practices, empowering plant managers and R&D leads to navigate standards development with confidence. Understanding these industry-standard terms accelerates your participation in committees, enhances technical communication, and positions you for leadership roles in standards governance, directly supporting career advancement and operational benchmarking initiatives.
Article1 min read Mar 26, 2025STAR - March 2025 - Did You KnowMid-career professionals seeking leadership roles in technical standards development must join Standard-Specific Interest Groups (SSIGs) to participate in TAPPI Standards balloting processes. While draft standards are available for public review, voting rights require SSIG membership for each specific standard of interest. This engagement opportunity allows plant managers, R&D leads, and sales engineers to influence industry standards, demonstrate technical expertise to employers, and build professional credibility. Access all available SSIGs by subject category through the official SSIG Join Page, where professionals can select relevant standards aligned with their specialization areas and career advancement goals.
Article1 min read Feb 26, 2025STAR - February 2025 - Searching and Ordering TAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful MethodsTAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful Methods are available individually for $35 (member price) or through company licenses for continuous web access. Electronic delivery via PDF eliminates shipping costs, while the discontinued CD format has been replaced by always-current online licensing options. Mid-career professionals can leverage these technical resources for benchmarking operations, supporting ROI justification to leadership, and accessing advanced industry knowledge. Company licenses provide team-wide access to updated standards, enabling better project management and technical decision-making. Contact TAPPI Press for enterprise quotes or order individual documents online at tappi.org for immediate technical reference needs.
