Article1 min read Jul 30, 2025STAR - July 2025 - Searching and Ordering TAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful MethodsTAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful Methods are essential technical resources for mid-career professionals managing operations and R&D initiatives. Individual documents cost $38 for members versus $57 list price, with electronic delivery eliminating shipping costs. Company licenses provide continually updated web access to the complete collection, ensuring teams always have current standards for quality benchmarking and compliance. The discontinued CD format has been replaced by flexible online licensing options and print-on-demand services. Beyond purchasing, professionals can advance their leadership development by joining Standard Specific Interest Groups or developing TIPs, creating valuable networking opportunities and demonstrating technical expertise to employers while contributing to industry standards evolution.
Article1 min read May 28, 2025STAR - May 2025 - Searching and Ordering TAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful MethodsTAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful Methods are essential technical resources for mid-career professionals managing operations and R&D initiatives. Individual documents cost $57 list price or $38 for TAPPI members, available in electronic PDF or print formats. The discontinued CD collection has been replaced by web-based individual or company licenses providing continually updated access to current standards. Company licenses offer the best value for teams requiring regular access to technical specifications. Beyond procurement, professionals can enhance their leadership credentials by joining Standard Specific Interest Groups, developing TIPs, or contributing to industry standards development, positioning themselves for conference speaking opportunities and division leadership roles.
Article1 min read Jan 29, 2025STAR - January 2025 - General AnnouncementsTAPPI streamlines standards development for experienced professionals through two clear pathways: submit new ideas via the New Idea Submission form for committee review, or send substantial drafts directly to standards@tappi.org for guidance through the approval process. The withdrawal of TIP 1205-02 Cotton in nonwovens demonstrates TAPPI's commitment to maintaining industry relevance through mandatory 10-year reviews. Legacy leaders can access withdrawn TIPs free as members or reinstate them by contacting tip@tappi.org, providing opportunities to influence industry standards and share decades of expertise.
