Article1 min read Dec 4, 2025December Deadlines Approaching for TAPPI Division Award NominationsShine the spotlight on your colleagues for their contributions to TAPPI and the industry by nominating them for a TAPPI Division Award.
Article1 min read Oct 16, 2025Calling all Young Professionals (YPs), We Can't Unite the Industry Without YouLooking to get involved but not sure where to start? Here is a low-stakes, high reward opportunity for young professionals to pair with seasoned volunteers to make an impact on TAPPICon.
Article1 min read May 22, 2025Use of a Laser to Measure Dust Generated off a Paper Machine WebinarThis comprehensive webinar presents advanced dust measurement technology for tissue paper machines and converting operations, featuring Class 2 laser systems that deliver precise fugitive dust monitoring every 10 minutes. Operations managers will discover both mobile cart-mounted and hardwired solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing DCS and HMI systems, providing real-time data collection through powerful PLCs with wireless connectivity. The technology includes automated compressed air cleaning cycles and vortex cooling systems to maintain optimal performance below 110F, ensuring reliable measurement accuracy. This practical solution addresses critical dust control challenges while providing measurable ROI through enhanced operational efficiency and regulatory compliance for tissue manufacturing facilities.
Article4 min read Sep 3, 2024In case you missed it in TAPPI’s electronic newsletterThis comprehensive tissue industry update delivers critical market intelligence for operations leaders tracking major acquisitions, equipment investments, and technological advances. Sofidel's acquisition of Clearwater Paper's $1 billion tissue business and Essity's strategic portfolio changes signal significant consolidation opportunities. Multiple tissue machine installations across global markets, including Andritz's compact lines for C&S Paper and Valmet's advanced DCT technology for Metsä Tissue, demonstrate the industry's rapid modernization toward higher efficiency and sustainability. TAPPI Academy's specialized eLearning courses provide essential technical training to support career advancement and team development in this evolving landscape.
Article7 min read Jun 12, 2023Leading for Change: 2023 TAPPI Award WinnersTAPPI's 2023 National Awards showcase industry excellence with recipients including Stora Enso CEO Annica Bresky as Executive of the Year and five Young Professionals advancing technical innovation. The awards recognize leadership achievements, research contributions, and service excellence across multiple divisions, providing mid-career professionals valuable benchmarking insights and networking opportunities. New TAPPI Fellows demonstrate the career advancement pathways available through active participation, while the TAPPI Journal's Best Research Paper awards highlight cutting-edge developments in sustainable packaging and nonwovens technology that drive industry transformation.
