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 Oct 29, 2025STAR - October 2025 - TAPPI TIPs Under ReviewTAPPI announces new Technical Information Paper (TIP) 0402-28 for corrosion and materials engineering professionals, focusing on guidelines for inspecting used fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP). This working group opportunity targets mid-career professionals seeking advanced technical insights and leadership development in materials engineering. The review process offers experienced plant managers, R&D leads, and operations professionals a chance to contribute to industry standards while building expertise in FRP inspection protocols. Participation provides valuable benchmarking opportunities and professional recognition within the TAPPI technical community. Contact tip@tappi.org to join this specialized working group and advance your materials engineering leadership credentials.
Article1 min read May 28, 2025STAR - May 2025 - Members for Working Groups of Useful Methods NeededTAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead and participate in Useful Methods working groups for critical industry test standards. Mid-career operations managers, R&D leads, and technical specialists can advance their leadership credentials by chairing working groups or contributing as reviewers for pulp processing, fiber analysis, and paper testing methods. These volunteer opportunities provide direct access to standards development, networking with industry experts across companies, and enhanced technical specialization that demonstrates measurable professional impact to employers. Working group participation strengthens your industry reputation while contributing to essential TAPPI standards that guide daily operations across the pulp and paper sector.
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.
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.
