Article1 min read Feb 25, 2026TIPs Coming Up For ReviewCheck learn more to see the list of TIPs that will be up for review in 2026.
Article1 min read Sep 25, 2025Help Review Papermaking TIPSPapermakers Technology and Operations Committee (PTOC) needs more reviewers. Beginner, intermediate and advanced experience welcomed.
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 Apr 30, 2025STAR - April 2025 - TAPPI TIPs under reviewTAPPI has opened two new Technical Information Papers (TIPs) for Working Group review, focusing on water removal optimization in paper manufacturing operations. TIP 0404-31 addresses recommended dryer differential pressures, while TIP 0404-35 covers application of dryer bars, both under Gregory Wedel's leadership with target completion by April 2025. These technical standards reviews offer mid-career professionals valuable opportunities to contribute industry expertise, enhance technical credibility, and build leadership visibility through committee participation. Operations managers and technical specialists can join the review process by contacting tip@tappi.org to advance both personal development and industry knowledge while demonstrating technical leadership to employers.
Article1 min read Feb 26, 2025STAR - February 2025 - Members for Working Groups of Useful Methods NeededTAPPI seeks experienced industry professionals to chair and join Working Groups for critical Useful Methods (UMs) spanning fiber analysis, pulp processing, and packaging materials testing. These volunteer leadership roles offer senior executives and retirees meaningful opportunities to shape industry standards, mentor emerging professionals, and maintain their technical influence across diverse sectors including bagasse fiber determination, wood chip density analysis, mechanical pulp processing, and corrugated container adhesive testing. With positions available across 15 specialized UMs, volunteers can leverage decades of expertise while contributing to the advancement of pulp, paper, and packaging industry standards that impact global manufacturing practices.
