Article2 min read Aug 27, 2025STAR - August 2025 - Standards Coming Up For ReviewTAPPI announces 2025 standards review schedule for 26 critical testing methods covering pulp evaluation, paper properties, and quality control procedures. Mid-career professionals can join Standard-Specific Interest Groups to influence industry standards development, demonstrate technical leadership, and build expertise in specialized testing protocols. The October 14, 2025 target date provides operations managers and R&D leads opportunity to participate in official voting processes that shape quality benchmarks across manufacturing facilities. Contact standards@tappi.org before ballot dates to secure voting membership and contribute to standards that directly impact your plant operations and product specifications.
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Article1 min read May 28, 2025STAR - May 2025 - TAPPI Standards in BallotTAPPI has released six critical paper testing standards for ballot review, including turpentine void testing for glassine papers, surface pH measurement protocols, and CIE whiteness assessment methods. These standards ballots close June 14, 2025, providing experienced professionals an opportunity to influence industry testing practices. Senior members can request draft copies and participate in Standard-Specific Interest Groups that shape these vital quality control methodologies. This ballot period offers legacy leaders a chance to leverage their decades of expertise in advancing paper industry standards while maintaining their professional influence in technical committee work.
Article1 min read May 28, 2025STAR - May 2025 - Acronyms You May Need to KnowMaster essential TAPPI standards acronyms and terminology with this comprehensive reference guide for pulp and paper professionals. This quick-access resource defines critical acronyms including TIP (Technical Information Paper), Working Groups (WG), Standards Advisory Review Group (SARG), and official methods classifications. Mid-career professionals in plant operations, R&D, and technical roles can leverage this standards glossary to enhance communication, streamline project workflows, and demonstrate technical expertise in committee work. Perfect for professionals involved in quality management, standards development, or cross-functional collaboration requiring precise industry terminology and protocol understanding.
Article1 min read Apr 30, 2025STAR - April 2025 - Standards Ready for Final Approval at SARGTAPPI's Standards Advisory Review Group (SARG) Spring 2025 meeting will review ten critical standards for the pulp and paper industry, including optical measurements terminology, fiber length classification, and bursting strength testing methods. These reaffirmed and revised standards provide essential benchmarking tools for operations managers and R&D professionals seeking technical excellence and regulatory compliance. Seven standards are eligible for American National Standards designation, enhancing their industry credibility. Access final drafts through TAPPI's SARG portal to prepare your teams for implementation and ensure your operations align with the latest industry specifications and best practices.
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Article3 min read Jan 29, 2025STAR - January 2025 - Standards Coming Up For ReviewTAPPI announces the 2025 standards review schedule for critical pulp and paper testing methods. Mid-career professionals can join Standard-Specific Interest Groups (SSIGs) to vote on revisions affecting quality control, laboratory procedures, and manufacturing specifications. Key standards under review include instrumental color differences, pulp testing protocols, paper strength measurements, and corrugated board construction methods. Review dates are May 17, May 18, October 14, and October 19, 2025. Operations managers and R&D leads should request voting membership at standards@tappi.org before target ballot dates to influence industry testing standards that impact daily operations and quality assurance programs.
