Article1 min read Oct 29, 2025STAR - October 2025 - TAPPI Standards in BallotTAPPI has released seven critical standards for public ballot review, covering essential testing methods for pulp and paper operations including fiber identification, stickies content analysis, screening protocols, and paper quality measurements. These updated standards affect key operational processes from raw material assessment to finished product testing. Mid-career professionals in plant operations, R&D, and quality management can access draft copies and participate in Standard-Specific Interest Groups by contacting standards@tappi.org. Voting closes November 16-19, 2025, making this a time-sensitive opportunity to influence industry testing protocols and maintain technical leadership credentials.
Article1 min read Aug 27, 2025STAR - August 2025 - SSIG Members NeededTAPPI Standard-Specific Interest Groups (SSIGs) urgently need experienced members to prevent critical testing standards from withdrawal. These volunteer committees oversee essential fiber glass, paper brightness, opacity, aging, and chemical analysis methods that define industry quality benchmarks. Senior professionals can leverage decades of expertise to shape standards that impact global pulp and paper operations. Participation offers meaningful ways to maintain professional influence, mentor emerging standards development, and preserve technical legacy through knowledge transfer. Free membership provides direct access to standards balloting, technical review processes, and cross-industry collaboration opportunities.
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.
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 Nov 27, 2024STAR - November 2024 - TAPPI Standards in BallotTAPPI Standards balloting opens for four critical industry specifications, including specular gloss measurement, color determination, residual ink concentration analysis, and tissue product thickness testing. Senior industry professionals and Legacy Leaders can contribute their decades of expertise by reviewing draft standards and participating in Standard-Specific Interest Groups. These balloting opportunities represent meaningful ways for experienced practitioners to maintain professional influence, shape industry standards, and leverage their technical knowledge in advancing paper and pulp manufacturing protocols. Contact standards@tappi.org to request ballot copies or join review committees where your extensive experience directly impacts future industry practices.
