Article1 min read Sep 11, 2025On-machine Dirt In-speck-tor (ODI)Most web inspection systems use light transmitted through the sheet and cannot be used to ship-by-gauge according to TAPPI and ISO standard test methods which require that dirt specks be measured with reflected light to report TAPPI (EBA) dirt results.
Article1 min read Aug 21, 2025Runtech Systems Delivers Web Stabilization and Ropeless Tail Threading Improvements for Visy Industries AustraliaRuntech Systems delivered a web stabilization improvement project to Visy. The delivery to Gibson Island PM8 included RunPro Web Stabilizers for single- and double-felted drying sections and EVst pocket ventilators. Stabilizer high-release nozzles are fed with RunPro Turbo Compressors to create effective vacuum levels on sheet release point of top dryers. In addition, tail threading was updated into ropeless after drying section with RunShooter technology.
Article2 min read Jul 10, 2025New C-bar Vertecs Screen Basket from Voith Improves Sticky Separation Efficiency by Up to 50 PercentPaper manufacturers now have access to optimized screening technology in stock preparation. Full-line supplier Voith has developed the C-bar Vertecs, a new screen basket that sets new standards in terms of separation efficiency, throughput, energy efficiency and operational reliability.
Article1 min read Jul 3, 2025Registration is Underway Now for NC State’s October Hands-On P&P WorkshopYou’ll gain an overview of pulping and papermaking processes through labs and pilot trials.
Article1 min read May 8, 2025Minimizing Environmental Impact and Controlling Costs with Emtec ElectronicTogether with its Turkish partner company Labtek, the German testing equipment manufacturer emtec Electronic will be exhibiting at Paper & Tissue Expo at the ICC, Istanbul Congress Center, from May 26 to 28 at booth E112. The testing solutions presented provide critical insights into the actual condition of the pulp composition, as well as paper properties such as pore structure and haptics.
Article1 min read Mar 27, 2025Spring into Advanced Learning with Training in Additives, Formation and CoatingThese short, two-day courses offered at University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point are packed with industry knowledge.
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.
Article1 min read Mar 23, 2025Using multi-method analysis to identify challenging paper machine deposits and defects, TAPPI Journal March 2025Application: This paper discusses how the use of multiple analytical techniques can work in concert to help troubleshoot challengi
Article1 min read Oct 3, 2024BiOrigin Specialty Products Installs New Elite Cameron Slitter Rewinder at Menominee MillBiOrigin Specialty Products (BSP), a leading manufacturer and converter of parent paper rolls in North America, recently installed a new Elite Cameron CS800 slitter rewinder in its Menominee, Michigan, mill, nearly doubling the mill's slitting and rewinding capacity.
Article1 min read May 25, 2024Z-directional testing of paperboard in combined tensile and compression loading, TAPPI Journal May 2024Application: This study shows the material response of paperboard in the z direction to combined tensile and compression testing.
