Article1 min read Jul 30, 2025STAR - July 2025 - Members for Working Groups of TIPs NeededTAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead and participate in Technical Information Paper (TIP) working groups for critical paper manufacturing processes. Open leadership roles include Working Group Chair positions for press fabric characterization, nip impression techniques, paper machine performance guidelines, steam shower applications, and boiler water quality monitoring. These volunteer opportunities offer mid-career professionals the chance to contribute specialized expertise, build industry recognition, and advance technical standards while networking with peers across different companies. Working groups require minimum three TAPPI members from separate organizations, providing valuable cross-industry collaboration and professional development opportunities for operations managers, R&D leads, and technical specialists.
Article1 min read Mar 26, 2025STAR - March 2025 - Members for Working Groups of Useful Methods NeededTAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead and participate in Useful Methods working groups that establish critical industry testing standards. Multiple leadership opportunities are available as Working Group Chairs for methods covering bagasse fiber analysis, wood chip bulk density, pulp processing techniques, and specialty paper testing. This volunteer role offers mid-career professionals the chance to demonstrate technical expertise, build cross-industry networks, and enhance their reputation while contributing to standards that impact daily operations. Participants gain advanced technical insights, leadership experience, and industry recognition that supports career advancement and proves valuable ROI to employers through enhanced technical credibility.
Article1 min read Nov 27, 2024STAR - November 2024 - TAPPI TIPs under reviewTAPPI announces new Technical Information Paper TIP 0402-13 focusing on guidelines for electric resistance welded and seamless boiler tube specification and inspection for critical service applications. This corrosion and materials engineering standard, opened November 2024, seeks experienced industry professionals to join the Working Group review process. Senior executives and technical experts can contribute their decades of expertise to establish industry standards that will guide future engineering practices. The Working Group Chair position remains open, presenting a leadership opportunity for seasoned professionals to mentor the next generation while maintaining their professional influence in materials engineering standards development.
