Article1 min read Nov 26, 2025STAR - November 2025 - Members for Working Groups of Useful Methods NeededTAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead and participate in Useful Methods working groups for critical industry standards development. Multiple Working Group Chair positions are available for fiber analysis, wood chip testing, pulp processing methods, and specialty paper testing. Technical leaders can contribute expertise while building industry recognition through standards committee participation. Working groups require minimum three TAPPI members from different companies, offering networking opportunities and professional development. This volunteer leadership role provides direct impact on industry practices, enhances technical credibility, and supports career advancement goals for mid-career professionals seeking specialized expertise and industry influence.
Article1 min read Oct 29, 2025STAR - October 2025 - Acronyms You May Need to KnowNavigate TAPPI Standards development efficiently with this essential acronym reference guide for pulp and paper professionals. Master key terminology including TIP (Technical Information Paper), Working Groups (WG), Standards Advisory Review Groups (SARG), and official test methods (om, pm, sp). Understanding these standardized abbreviations accelerates your participation in standards committees, enhances technical communication with industry peers, and strengthens your credibility in quality management discussions. This comprehensive glossary covers organizational structures, document types, and procedural terms critical for operations managers and R&D leaders engaging with TAPPI's standards development process and technical documentation.
Article1 min read Aug 27, 2025STAR - August 2025 - Members for Working Groups of Useful Methods NeededTAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead and participate in Useful Methods working groups for critical industry standards including pulp processing, fiber analysis, and coating testing. As a working group chair or member, you'll drive technical excellence while building leadership credentials and expanding your professional network. These volunteer opportunities require TAPPI members from diverse companies to review essential methods like bagasse fiber determination, wood chip bulk density, and grease-repellant paper testing. Perfect for operations managers and R&D leads looking to demonstrate technical leadership, influence industry standards, and showcase expertise to employers while contributing to the pulp and paper community's advancement.
Article1 min read Jul 30, 2025STAR - July 2025 - Members for Working Groups of Useful Methods NeededTAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead and participate in critical Useful Methods working groups that establish industry testing standards. Multiple leadership opportunities are available as Working Group Chairs for fiber analysis, wood chip density, pulp processing, and specialty paper testing methods. Mid-career professionals can demonstrate technical expertise, gain visibility in standards committees, and build leadership credentials while contributing to industry benchmarking protocols. Participation requires TAPPI membership and involves collaboration with peers from different companies to review and validate essential testing methodologies used across pulp and paper operations.
Article1 min read May 28, 2025STAR - May 2025 - Acronyms You May Need to KnowMaster essential TAPPI standards acronyms and terminology with this comprehensive reference guide for pulp and paper professionals. This quick-access resource defines critical acronyms including TIP (Technical Information Paper), Working Groups (WG), Standards Advisory Review Group (SARG), and official methods classifications. Mid-career professionals in plant operations, R&D, and technical roles can leverage this standards glossary to enhance communication, streamline project workflows, and demonstrate technical expertise in committee work. Perfect for professionals involved in quality management, standards development, or cross-functional collaboration requiring precise industry terminology and protocol understanding.
Article1 min read Jan 29, 2025STAR - January 2025 - Members for Working Groups of Useful Methods NeededTAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead critical Useful Methods working groups and contribute as technical reviewers across 15 standards including fiber analysis, pulp processing, and packaging materials testing. These volunteer leadership opportunities allow mid-career professionals to demonstrate technical expertise, build industry networks, and gain recognition while advancing essential industry standards. Working group chairs drive review processes for methods like bagasse fiber determination, wood chip density testing, and corrugated adhesive evaluation. Participation provides visibility for career advancement, speaking opportunities at conferences, and direct impact on industry practices. Contact Standards@tappi.org to join working groups requiring representatives from different companies.
