Article1 min read Sep 24, 2025STAR - September 2025 - Announcement of SARG MeetingThe TAPPI Standards Advisory Review Group (SARG) invites experienced professionals to participate in the final review process for industry standards on October 16th, 2025. This virtual meeting offers seasoned executives and technical experts an opportunity to influence critical standards development, discuss appeals, and contribute their decades of expertise to shape industry practices. SARG members, appointed by the Quality and Standards Management Committee, play a vital role in ensuring standards quality and maintaining professional relevance. The meeting is open to all qualified participants who wish to engage in meaningful standards review and contribute to the technical foundation of the pulp and paper industry.
Article1 min read Aug 27, 2025STAR - August 2025 - Acronyms You May Need to KnowMaster the essential TAPPI standards acronyms that drive technical excellence in pulp and paper operations. This comprehensive reference guide decodes 16 critical abbreviations, from TIP (Technical Information Paper) and Working Groups to Official Methods and Standard Practices, empowering plant managers and R&D leads to navigate standards development with confidence. Understanding these industry-standard terms accelerates your participation in committees, enhances technical communication, and positions you for leadership roles in standards governance, directly supporting career advancement and operational benchmarking initiatives.
Article3 min read Feb 26, 2025STAR - February 2025 - Standards Coming Up For ReviewTAPPI announces the 2025 review schedule for critical industry standards affecting pulp, paper, and packaging testing methodologies. Mid-career professionals and operations managers can participate in Standard-Specific Interest Groups (SSIGs) to influence revisions of 46 technical standards, including instrumental color measurement, pulp testing protocols, and containerboard specifications. Two major review periods target May 17-18 and October 14-19, 2025, covering essential quality control methods from dirt count analysis to water vapor transmission testing. Voting membership in SSIGs requires advance registration with standards@tappi.org before ballot dates, providing technical leaders opportunities to shape industry practices and demonstrate ROI through standards committee participation.
Article1 min read Feb 26, 2025STAR - February 2025 - Acronyms You May Need to KnowNavigate TAPPI standards development with confidence using this essential acronym reference guide for mid-career professionals. From TIP (Technical Information Paper) to Working Groups (WG) and Official Methods (om), understanding these key terms streamlines your participation in standards committees and technical leadership roles. Whether you're serving on a Standards Advisory Review Group (SARG) or chairing a Standard-Specific Interest Group (SSIG), this comprehensive glossary eliminates confusion and accelerates your contribution to industry standards. Perfect for plant managers, R&D leads, and sales engineers seeking to demonstrate technical expertise and advance their careers through standards committee involvement.
Article1 min read Jan 29, 2025STAR - January 2025 - Acronyms You May Need to KnowMaster the essential TAPPI standards terminology with this comprehensive acronym reference guide. Mid-career professionals in pulp and paper operations need quick access to key abbreviations like TIP (Technical Information Paper), SSIG (Standard-Specific Interest Group), and Working Group classifications. This resource covers 16 critical acronyms used in standards development, from Official Methods (om) to Working Group Chairs (WGC), helping plant managers and R&D leads navigate technical documentation efficiently. Essential for professionals participating in standards committees or developing quality management protocols in manufacturing environments.
