Article1 min read Nov 26, 2025STAR - November 2025 - Searching and Ordering TAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful MethodsTAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful Methods are essential technical resources for operations managers and R&D leads seeking industry benchmarking and advanced insights. Individual documents cost $38 for members versus $57 list price, available instantly via PDF delivery with no shipping costs. Company licenses provide continuous web access to updated collections, eliminating outdated references that impact operational decisions. Beyond purchasing, mid-career professionals can join Standard Specific Interest Groups to influence industry standards development, contribute TIPs based on plant experience, and build leadership credentials through standards committee participation, directly supporting career advancement goals.
Article1 min read Nov 26, 2025STAR - November 2025 - Acronyms You May Need to KnowEssential TAPPI standards acronyms reference guide for pulp and paper professionals navigating technical documentation and committee work. This comprehensive glossary decodes key terms including TIP (Technical Information Paper), Q&SMC (Quality and Standards Management Committee), SSIG (Standard-Specific Interest Group), and various method classifications like Official Method (om) and Provisional Method (pm). Mid-career operations managers, R&D leads, and sales engineers can streamline their standards development participation, committee communications, and technical reporting by mastering these industry-standard abbreviations. Access complete Standards Guidelines for detailed information.
Article3 min read Nov 26, 2025STAR - November 2025 - New or Revised Standards, TIPs, and Useful MethodsTAPPI announces the reaffirmation of 18 critical testing standards for paper, pulp, and packaging materials, plus approval of 16 standards as American National Standards through ANSI. These updated technical standards cover essential quality control methods including color measurement, moisture testing, density analysis, tear resistance, and surface properties. Mid-career professionals can leverage these benchmarking tools to standardize operations, improve product quality, and demonstrate measurable ROI to leadership. The Standards and Specification Interest Group (SSIG) continues advancing industry best practices through volunteer expertise and collaborative technical development.
Article1 min read Oct 29, 2025STAR - October 2025 - General AnnouncementsTAPPI offers streamlined pathways for developing industry standards and technical information papers (TIPs) that drive measurable impact for operations professionals. Submit your initial concept through the New Idea Submission form, or send a substantial draft directly to standards@tappi.org for accelerated processing. The TAPPI Standards Manager provides expert guidance throughout the approval process, ensuring your technical contributions meet rigorous industry benchmarks. Mid-career professionals can leverage this standards development experience to demonstrate ROI to employers while building leadership credentials within technical committees and advancing their specialized expertise in pulp, paper, and packaging technologies.
Article1 min read Oct 29, 2025STAR - October 2025 - Searching and Ordering TAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful MethodsTAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful Methods provide essential technical guidance for operations managers and R&D professionals seeking industry benchmarks and advanced insights. Individual documents cost $38 for members (versus $57 list price) with instant PDF delivery, while company licenses offer teams continuous access to updated standards collections. Mid-career professionals can maximize ROI through bulk licensing, participate in Standard Specific Interest Groups for leadership development, and contribute to TIP development for conference speaking opportunities. Electronic access eliminates shipping costs and ensures teams always reference current industry standards for operational excellence and compliance.
Article1 min read Sep 24, 2025STAR - September 2025 - Members for Working Groups of TIPs NeededTAPPI seeks experienced industry leaders to chair and participate in Technical Information Paper working groups, offering senior professionals meaningful opportunities to shape industry standards and share decades of expertise. Multiple TIP working groups need qualified chairs for critical topics including paper machine performance, boiler operations, and forming section monitoring. This volunteer leadership role allows seasoned executives and retirees to maintain professional relevance while mentoring the next generation through standards development. Each working group requires minimum three TAPPI members from different companies, providing collaborative peer engagement. Contact tip@tappi.org to contribute your technical knowledge and continue influencing pulp and paper industry best practices through these prestigious volunteer positions.
Video00:30:44 Sep 23, 2025The Likeability Trap sponsored by the WIN Career Catalyst CommitteeTAPPI's Women in Industry Career Catalyst Committee hosted a virtual book club featuring journalist Alicia Menendez discussing her book 'The Likeability Trap.' This exclusive session explored how mid-career professionals can navigate workplace authenticity without compromising leadership effectiveness. Menendez shared strategic insights on reframing subjective feedback, focusing on results-driven communication, and building supportive professional networks. The discussion addressed common challenges including managing team dynamics, proving ROI to employers, and balancing people-pleasing tendencies with authentic leadership. Participants gained practical tools for career advancement, including techniques for handling pushy feedback, establishing clear work objectives, and creating safety through collective action, directly supporting professional development goals and leadership pipeline advancement.
Article1 min read Aug 27, 2025STAR - August 2025 - Searching and Ordering TAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful MethodsMid-career professionals can access TAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful Methods through multiple delivery options to support technical leadership development. Individual documents cost $38 for TAPPI members versus $57 list price, available in electronic PDF or hard copy formats. The discontinued CD collection has been replaced by web-based individual or company licenses providing continuous access to updated technical standards. Company licenses offer cost-effective solutions for team access, supporting ROI objectives and talent pipeline development. Professional growth opportunities include joining Standard Specific Interest Groups and developing Technical Information Papers, positioning experienced engineers for conference speaking roles and industry recognition.
Article1 min read Aug 21, 2025Help Shape the Future of the Industry – Join a TIP's Working Group!Your Expertise Matters - Contribute to the Accuracy, Relevance, and Innovation of TAPPI Technical Information Papers (TIPs)
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.
Article2 min read Jun 25, 2025STAR - June 2025 - New or Revised Standards, TIPs, and Useful MethodsTAPPI announces significant updates to industry-standard test methods, with ten Standards reaffirmed or revised, including critical measurements for fiber length, compression wood identification, and bursting strength of linerboard. Six TAPPI Standards received American National Standards approval, reinforcing their authority in paper and pulp testing protocols. Additionally, two Technical Information Papers and two Useful Methods were published, addressing high velocity dryer evaluation and shive content analysis. Industry veterans Don Guay, Ben Frank, Chris Czyryca, Mark Harrison, Lu Athnos, Ramakrishna Trovagunta, and Roland Trepanier led working groups as volunteer chairs, demonstrating continued professional leadership and knowledge transfer in advancing industry standards and best practices.
Article1 min read May 28, 2025STAR - May 2025 - General AnnouncementsMid-career professionals seeking to advance their industry expertise can easily contribute to TAPPI standards development through two streamlined pathways. Whether you have a conceptual idea for a new standard or TIP, submit it through the New Idea Submission form for committee review and guidance. For those with substantial drafts ready, send your initial document directly to standards@tappi.org where the TAPPI Standards Manager will shepherd your proposal through the finalization and approval process. This engagement opportunity allows operations managers and R&D leads to demonstrate technical leadership, build industry recognition, and contribute valuable expertise while advancing their careers through meaningful standards committee participation.
Article1 min read Apr 30, 2025STAR - April 2025 - General AnnouncementsSenior industry professionals can easily contribute to TAPPI standards development through two streamlined pathways. Those with initial concepts can submit ideas via the New Idea Submission form, where TAPPI will connect them with appropriate committees for collaborative development. Experienced practitioners with substantial drafts can send materials directly to standards@tappi.org for guided review and approval processes. This accessible framework enables seasoned experts to leverage their decades of knowledge, maintain professional influence, and shape industry standards that impact future generations of practitioners while preserving their legacy through meaningful technical contributions.
Article1 min read Apr 15, 2025Editorial: TAPPI Journal 2024 Best Research Paper focuses on realistic potential for using nonwood residues in sustainable packaging, TAPPI Journal April 2025All of the authors are part of the research team at Smurfit Westrock, where Suarez is a senior R&D scientist, Ghosh is senior principal R&D
Podcast00:40:03 Apr 2, 2025Better Together: Live @ 2025Student Summit - Ep. 2 "A Swiss Army Knife of Knowledge"Join three Western Michigan University paper engineering students at TAPPI's 2025 Student Summit as they share their networking success stories, co-op experiences, and creative ideas for the industry's future. From toilet paper trivia to seaweed fiber innovations, these young professionals demonstrate how TAPPI involvement accelerates career growth through mentorship, technical skill development, and industry connections. The episode also features University of Maine student Jacob Levesque interviewing TAPPI's Sydney Carraway about standards committee opportunities, revealing how students can gain valuable technical experience, build professional networks, and contribute to industry standards development while still in school.
Article1 min read Feb 26, 2025STAR - February 2025 - Searching and Ordering TAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful MethodsTAPPI Standards, TIPs, and Useful Methods are available individually for $35 (member price) or through company licenses for continuous web access. Electronic delivery via PDF eliminates shipping costs, while the discontinued CD format has been replaced by always-current online licensing options. Mid-career professionals can leverage these technical resources for benchmarking operations, supporting ROI justification to leadership, and accessing advanced industry knowledge. Company licenses provide team-wide access to updated standards, enabling better project management and technical decision-making. Contact TAPPI Press for enterprise quotes or order individual documents online at tappi.org for immediate technical reference needs.
Article1 min read Feb 20, 2025Leading TAPPI Forward: Four Years of ProgressFrom tackling 41 TIPs to enhancing industry resources, discover how one volunteer's dedication transformed TAPPI's technical documentation.
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.
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.
Article1 min read Jun 25, 2024Continuous digester rapid thinning, TAPPI Journal June 2024Application: This will help those who are involved with continuous digester mechanical integrity to plan, con-duct, and evaluate i
Article3 min read Nov 16, 2023Setting Corrugated Standards: An Opportunity to Make a DifferenceWorking with Standards is one of the most collaborative and scientific things in the industry. It’s satisfying knowing we have done it right.
Article1 min read Jan 1, 2023Advanced real-time digital microscopy of foaming processes, TAPPI Journal January 2023Application: This study quantifies the accuracy of digital microscopy in measuring foam bubble size distribution and its standard
