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 - TAPPI TIPs under reviewTAPPI announces new Technical Information Paper (TIP) 0502-14 on forming section monitoring for papermakers, opening July 8, 2025. This advanced technical standard review offers mid-career professionals an opportunity to contribute specialized expertise, build industry leadership credentials, and expand professional networks. Working Group participation provides valuable benchmarking insights, enhances technical knowledge in paper manufacturing processes, and demonstrates measurable value to employers through industry standards development. The one-year review timeline allows for meaningful contribution while managing existing responsibilities. Professionals can join the Working Group review process by contacting tip@tappi.org, positioning themselves as subject matter experts in papermaking technology.
Article1 min read Jun 25, 2025STAR - June 2025 - Members for Working Groups of TIPs NeededTAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead and participate in Technical Information Paper working groups across critical paper manufacturing areas including press fabrics, paper machine performance, steam applications, and boiler operations. Working Group Chair positions offer leadership development opportunities while member roles provide advanced technical insights and industry benchmarking. Each group requires minimum three TAPPI members from different companies, creating valuable cross-industry collaboration. These volunteer positions enhance professional credibility, expand technical expertise, and demonstrate ROI through specialized knowledge acquisition. Participation supports career advancement goals while contributing to industry standards development. Contact tip@tappi.org to join working groups aligned with your technical specialization and leadership aspirations.
Article1 min read Jun 25, 2025STAR - June 2025 - Members for Working Groups of Useful Methods NeededTAPPI seeks experienced professionals to join Useful Methods (UM) working groups and chair critical technical standards reviews across pulp, paper, and packaging testing. These volunteer leadership opportunities allow mid-career plant managers, R&D leads, and sales engineers to shape industry standards while building professional networks and technical expertise. Working groups need members for fiber analysis, wood chip density, pulp processing methods, and specialized paper testing protocols. Participation demonstrates technical leadership, provides valuable benchmarking insights, and positions professionals as industry experts. Each working group requires minimum three TAPPI members from different companies, creating diverse collaborative environments for advancing testing methodologies that impact daily operations.
Article1 min read Jan 29, 2025STAR - January 2025 - Members for Working Groups of TIPs NeededTAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead and participate in Technical Information Papers (TIPs) working groups, offering valuable leadership development opportunities for mid-career plant managers, R&D leads, and operations professionals. Multiple TIP working groups need chairs and members across critical areas including boiler tube inspection, press fabric characterization, dryer condensing rates, and stock preparation pilot plants. Participating in these technical committees provides advanced industry insights, standards development experience, and networking opportunities that demonstrate ROI to employers while building specialized expertise. Join by contacting tip@tappi.org to advance your career through technical leadership roles.
