April 7, 2008
Paper mills: What can you get for $2250?
Of all the resources required for making paper, one of the most valuable is KNOWLEDGE - the skills and know-how of the mill's employees. But how much of this valuable resource could YOUR mill receive for only US$2250?
At PaperCon '08, a single investment of only $2250 can let any or ALL of your mill's employees take advantage of any or all of the knowledge opportunities available. With the theme of "Sustainability: Profits and Performance," this multi-track event provides a customizable experience to give you and your team exactly the knowledge you need, and make exactly the contacts you need, to improve your mill's profitability.
PaperCon '08 will be held May 4 -7, 2008, at the Sheraton Dallas (formerly Adams Mark Dallas) in Dallas, Texas, USA, and is presented by PIMA, the TAPPI Papermakers Division, and TAPPI's Coating & Graphic Arts Division. The early-bird hotel rate deadline has just been extended to Friday, April 11, so register now for this exciting program.
Think about the value of the cost-saving ideas and technical insights your employees will gain for a single investment of US$2250, and you'll see that Papercon '08 is an opportunity you can not afford to miss.
Thank you to Papercon '08 Sponsors
A huge event like Papercon '08 takes countless hours of planning by scores of dedicated volunteers - plus the generous support of the industry's supplier community. The following companies believe that the best way to help their customers is by supporting the knowledge-sharing and networking that keep our industry strong. The Papercon '08 Sponsors are:
Could YOUR company benefit from the exposure offered by being a Papercon '08 sponsor? Learn more about the customizable sponsorship opportunities still available, and become a part of this important event.
Dixie PIMA hosts Dinner in Dallas
The Dixie Division of PIMA will host a western-themed party and dinner in conjunction with Papercon '08. The event will take place on Monday, May 5th from 7-11 pm at Eddie Deen's in Dallas, TX. The cost is $50 per attendee and $25 for a spouse or guest. Join your Dixie PIMA friends for a fun evening, and be on hand for the special Dixie PIMA Awards Ceremony. Call 1-800-332-8686 to register, or visit the Papercon '08 home page.
NEXT WEEK: Shipping, Receiving, and Warehousing Forum
Date: April 15-16, 2008
Venue: Sheraton Nashville Downtown
Location: Nashville, Tennessee USA
Is shipping roll damage giving you headaches? Are you concerned with safety in loading and unloading? Would you like to meet other warehousing and shipping pros who face many of the same challenges you do?
Then make plans to attend TAPPI's 2008 Shipping, Receiving, and Warehousing (SRW) Workshop. Get access to knowledge and people who understand your world! This year's program will include sessions covering:
NEXT WEEK: Lake States TAPPI co-hosts Biofuels Conference
Date: April 16-17, 2008
Venue: Dreyfus University Center, University of Wisconsin
Location: Stevens Point, WI
Wisconsin's fast-emerging potential as a center for the production of biofuels and other products from cellulose will be the topic of a conference to be held next month at UW-Stevens Point.
"Wisconsin's Biofuels Destiny: Food, fiber and forest products for the 21st century" will be produced by the Wisconsin Technology Council, NorthStar Economics, Rusk Prairie Consulting Group and TAPPI's Lake States Local Section. Four working sessions at the conference will focus on the economics of biofuels, the effects of bioenergy initiatives at the federal and state level, Wisconsin's "green portfolio" and future carbon credits, and forest biomaterials.
NEXT WEEK: Improve Mill Operations with MOTAG NE Meet
Date: April 16-17, 2008
Venue: Wyndham Hotel
Location: Portland, ME
Join the folks of TAPPI's Mill Operations Technical Advancement Group, Northeast Division, as they tackle some of the top issues affecting mills today at the MOTAG NE Annual Spring Meeting in Portland, Maine. Highlights of this two-day program include: Chip Mill & Pellet Mill Profiles, OSHA rules, and a Mini Lube Seminar.
The benefit of attending a MOTAG meeting goes beyond the knowledge and experience that you will bring back to your mill or business--it is about building relationships with other mills and gaining valuable experience from the trials of others. Raw materials are a major expense in paper making and a major process area where new-found efficiency can make an immediate impact on profits. Come and discuss your ideas, problems and success stories with people facing the same daily obstacles.
IPST/TAPPI 2008 Papermakers' Golf Classic
Date: April 19, 2008
Venue: Bobby Jones Golf Course
Location: Atlanta, GA
Join your fellow TAPPI members in at this annual Golf Outing supporting the TAPPI/PMA Graduate Student Chapter, at the famous Bobby Jones Golf Course. Tee off begins at 11:00 am; the reception begins at 5:00 pm.
The Bobby Jones course rests in the heart of Buckhead, just ten minutes from downtown Atlanta. Peachtree Battle Creek meanders through the tree-lined par 71 championship golf course and comes into play on five of the eighteen holes. Elevated tees on many holes offer scenic views of the midtown Atlanta skyline. This beautiful course is perfect for golfers of all skill levels.
Several sponsorship levels are available. To learn more, contact John Reye at john.reye@ipst.gatech.edu. Sponsors and participants, sign up now for this fun event!
Extrusion Coating Course
Date: April 29-May 1, 2008
Venue: Doubletree Hotel Colorado Springs World Arena
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
For
a focused program with real-world application, register today for TAPPI's
2008 Extrusion Coating Course. A revised and updated program features
group interaction and proven examples, including "Case Studies for Improved
Sustainability in Packaging" and "PLA/PHA Processing Tips & Product Markets."
You'll derive genuine value from this targeted program - PLUS all attendees
will receive a complimentary copy of the Extrusion Coating Manual
or Roll and Web Defect Terminology.
Even more value: Group discounts are available - reinforce the benefits by bringing the entire team! Program information and more is now available.
TAPPI BIM Committee plans Spring Meeting
Date: May 14 - 16, 2008
Location: Marco Island, Florida
TAPPI's Building & Industrial Mat Committee will be returning by popular demand to Marco Island for its 2008 Spring Meeting. The technical program will include a guest speaker, "Company Overviews" and subject-focused papers. Recreational activities will include a sailing dinner on Wednesday and fishing and golf on Thursday afternoon, with dinner at Konrad's. All with an interest in this important area are invited to attend. Contact Jim Connaughton, 2008 Spring Meeting Moderator & INTC Coordinator, at jconnaughton@rohmhaas.com to learn more.
Discover 'Enterprise Transformation' with TechnoBusiness Forum
Technobusiness -- The term implies a bond between technology and business, an interdependence that drives both to achieve more together than separately. It is a term well-suited to the forest products industry, where research and innovation have driven process improvement and new product development for decades. To explore this critical relationship, the 2008 Forest Products TechnoBusiness Forum will be held May 20-21, 2008 at the Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center in Atlanta, Georgia, on the campus of Georgia Tech.
"Market Dominance Through Enterprise Transformation" is the title of this exciting and valuable program, which is being sponsored by the Center for Paper Business and Industry Studies (CPBIS ) and IPST. The event is also co-sponsored by TAPPI and PIMA.
Registration and complete program details are now available through the CPBIS website.
TAPPI 10th Advanced Coating Fundamentals Symposium
Date: June 11-13, 2008
Venue: Delta Centre-Ville Hotel
Location: Montreal, QC Canada
Don't
miss this key event, which only takes place every other year. Join paper
coating experts from around the world for the 2008 edition of the Advanced
Coating Symposium, which will bring together scientists, researchers,
technical service professionals, papermakers, consultants, converters,
suppliers, and printing and graphic arts specialists - all with an interest
in discovering the latest innovations in coating technologies.
Attendees will have the chance to explore topics including Coating Structure & Uniformity, Strength and Mechanical Properties of Coatings, New Techniques & Materials, and much more, including poster sessions. An optional post conference tour includes the University du Quebec at Trois-Rivieres, where visitors will see a pilot coater, equipment used for chemical modeling, and a control room setting; and the nearby Centre International de Couchage, where they will see a wide range of commercial coating equipment.
Online registration is open--save by registering before May 14!
Nanotechnology: From R&D to Application
Date: June 25-27, 2008
Venue: Hyatt Regency St. Louis
Location: St. Louis, MO
Imagine
getting great content on Nanotechnology at a "nano" price. TAPPI is pleased
to announce that registration is now open for its 2008
International Conference on Nanotechnology for the Forest Products Industry.
The pre-registration member rate is only $775 per person before May
28, 2008.
The conference is co-sponsored by the Forest Products Society. Strong content makes this a "must attend" event, as nanoscience is poised to transform the forest products industry. The program will consider a wide range of science- and technology-focused presentations, including:
Refer a friend - get a free TAPPI PRESS book
"Share the Pride" in your profession, and in your association, by referring your peers and colleagues to join TAPPI--and you'll receive a free TAPPI PRESS book. Choose from a long list of titles made available for this special program, and take pride in supporting TAPPI's efforts to strengthen and educate our industry.
The Member Referral program is simple. When joining TAPPI online or via printed application, new members will have the option to list the person that referred them to TAPPI. If that person is YOU, we will contact you immediately to find out which free book you select. The book will be shipped to you at no charge.
So get the word out about joining TAPPI! You get another volume for your library, and your colleagues gain the excellent benefits of TAPPI Membership.
TAPPI goes worldwide to reach members
To help every member stay abreast of the latest developments in the international paper industry, and to make our valuable services, products and opportunities available to members and potential members everywhere, TAPPI exhibits at many events around the world throughout the year. If you're attending these events, please stop by and meet us there!
Paper mills: What can you get for $2250?
Of all the resources required for making paper, one of the most valuable is KNOWLEDGE - the skills and know-how of the mill's employees. But how much of this valuable resource could YOUR mill receive for only US$2250?
At PaperCon '08, a single investment of only $2250 can let any or ALL of your mill's employees take advantage of any or all of the knowledge opportunities available. With the theme of "Sustainability: Profits and Performance," this multi-track event provides a customizable experience to give you and your team exactly the knowledge you need, and make exactly the contacts you need, to improve your mill's profitability.
PaperCon '08 will be held May 4 -7, 2008, at the Sheraton Dallas (formerly Adams Mark Dallas) in Dallas, Texas, USA, and is presented by PIMA, the TAPPI Papermakers Division, and TAPPI's Coating & Graphic Arts Division. The early-bird hotel rate deadline has just been extended to Friday, April 11, so register now for this exciting program.
Think about the value of the cost-saving ideas and technical insights your employees will gain for a single investment of US$2250, and you'll see that Papercon '08 is an opportunity you can not afford to miss.
Thank you to Papercon '08 Sponsors
A huge event like Papercon '08 takes countless hours of planning by scores of dedicated volunteers - plus the generous support of the industry's supplier community. The following companies believe that the best way to help their customers is by supporting the knowledge-sharing and networking that keep our industry strong. The Papercon '08 Sponsors are:
- TECHNOLOGY PARTNER: Metso
- PREMIER SPONSORS: Buckman
- DIAMOND: BASF, Dow, IBM, Kemira
- PLATINUM: Hercules
- GOLD: Nalco, Voith
- SILVER: Ciba, RISI, Sonoco
Could YOUR company benefit from the exposure offered by being a Papercon '08 sponsor? Learn more about the customizable sponsorship opportunities still available, and become a part of this important event.
Dixie PIMA hosts Dinner in Dallas
The Dixie Division of PIMA will host a western-themed party and dinner in conjunction with Papercon '08. The event will take place on Monday, May 5th from 7-11 pm at Eddie Deen's in Dallas, TX. The cost is $50 per attendee and $25 for a spouse or guest. Join your Dixie PIMA friends for a fun evening, and be on hand for the special Dixie PIMA Awards Ceremony. Call 1-800-332-8686 to register, or visit the Papercon '08 home page.
NEXT WEEK: Shipping, Receiving, and Warehousing Forum
Date: April 15-16, 2008
Venue: Sheraton Nashville Downtown
Location: Nashville, Tennessee USA
Is shipping roll damage giving you headaches? Are you concerned with safety in loading and unloading? Would you like to meet other warehousing and shipping pros who face many of the same challenges you do?
Then make plans to attend TAPPI's 2008 Shipping, Receiving, and Warehousing (SRW) Workshop. Get access to knowledge and people who understand your world! This year's program will include sessions covering:
- Rail Industry update
- Trucking Industry's Perspective on the Paper Industry
- Working Group project reports
- Damage Prevention - destination inspections: how to and why
- Safety issues; railcar doors, loading and unloading
- Various vendor presentation highlighting recent innovations in the industry
NEXT WEEK: Lake States TAPPI co-hosts Biofuels Conference
Date: April 16-17, 2008
Venue: Dreyfus University Center, University of Wisconsin
Location: Stevens Point, WI
Wisconsin's fast-emerging potential as a center for the production of biofuels and other products from cellulose will be the topic of a conference to be held next month at UW-Stevens Point.
"Wisconsin's Biofuels Destiny: Food, fiber and forest products for the 21st century" will be produced by the Wisconsin Technology Council, NorthStar Economics, Rusk Prairie Consulting Group and TAPPI's Lake States Local Section. Four working sessions at the conference will focus on the economics of biofuels, the effects of bioenergy initiatives at the federal and state level, Wisconsin's "green portfolio" and future carbon credits, and forest biomaterials.
NEXT WEEK: Improve Mill Operations with MOTAG NE Meet
Date: April 16-17, 2008
Venue: Wyndham Hotel
Location: Portland, ME
Join the folks of TAPPI's Mill Operations Technical Advancement Group, Northeast Division, as they tackle some of the top issues affecting mills today at the MOTAG NE Annual Spring Meeting in Portland, Maine. Highlights of this two-day program include: Chip Mill & Pellet Mill Profiles, OSHA rules, and a Mini Lube Seminar.
The benefit of attending a MOTAG meeting goes beyond the knowledge and experience that you will bring back to your mill or business--it is about building relationships with other mills and gaining valuable experience from the trials of others. Raw materials are a major expense in paper making and a major process area where new-found efficiency can make an immediate impact on profits. Come and discuss your ideas, problems and success stories with people facing the same daily obstacles.
IPST/TAPPI 2008 Papermakers' Golf Classic
Date: April 19, 2008
Venue: Bobby Jones Golf Course
Location: Atlanta, GA
Join your fellow TAPPI members in at this annual Golf Outing supporting the TAPPI/PMA Graduate Student Chapter, at the famous Bobby Jones Golf Course. Tee off begins at 11:00 am; the reception begins at 5:00 pm.
The Bobby Jones course rests in the heart of Buckhead, just ten minutes from downtown Atlanta. Peachtree Battle Creek meanders through the tree-lined par 71 championship golf course and comes into play on five of the eighteen holes. Elevated tees on many holes offer scenic views of the midtown Atlanta skyline. This beautiful course is perfect for golfers of all skill levels.
Several sponsorship levels are available. To learn more, contact John Reye at john.reye@ipst.gatech.edu. Sponsors and participants, sign up now for this fun event!
Extrusion Coating Course
Date: April 29-May 1, 2008
Venue: Doubletree Hotel Colorado Springs World Arena
Location: Colorado Springs, Colorado, USA
For
a focused program with real-world application, register today for TAPPI's
2008 Extrusion Coating Course. A revised and updated program features
group interaction and proven examples, including "Case Studies for Improved
Sustainability in Packaging" and "PLA/PHA Processing Tips & Product Markets."
You'll derive genuine value from this targeted program - PLUS all attendees
will receive a complimentary copy of the Extrusion Coating Manual
or Roll and Web Defect Terminology. Even more value: Group discounts are available - reinforce the benefits by bringing the entire team! Program information and more is now available.
TAPPI BIM Committee plans Spring Meeting
Date: May 14 - 16, 2008
Location: Marco Island, Florida
TAPPI's Building & Industrial Mat Committee will be returning by popular demand to Marco Island for its 2008 Spring Meeting. The technical program will include a guest speaker, "Company Overviews" and subject-focused papers. Recreational activities will include a sailing dinner on Wednesday and fishing and golf on Thursday afternoon, with dinner at Konrad's. All with an interest in this important area are invited to attend. Contact Jim Connaughton, 2008 Spring Meeting Moderator & INTC Coordinator, at jconnaughton@rohmhaas.com to learn more.
Discover 'Enterprise Transformation' with TechnoBusiness Forum
Technobusiness -- The term implies a bond between technology and business, an interdependence that drives both to achieve more together than separately. It is a term well-suited to the forest products industry, where research and innovation have driven process improvement and new product development for decades. To explore this critical relationship, the 2008 Forest Products TechnoBusiness Forum will be held May 20-21, 2008 at the Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center in Atlanta, Georgia, on the campus of Georgia Tech.
"Market Dominance Through Enterprise Transformation" is the title of this exciting and valuable program, which is being sponsored by the Center for Paper Business and Industry Studies (CPBIS ) and IPST. The event is also co-sponsored by TAPPI and PIMA.
Registration and complete program details are now available through the CPBIS website.
TAPPI 10th Advanced Coating Fundamentals Symposium
Date: June 11-13, 2008
Venue: Delta Centre-Ville Hotel
Location: Montreal, QC Canada
Don't
miss this key event, which only takes place every other year. Join paper
coating experts from around the world for the 2008 edition of the Advanced
Coating Symposium, which will bring together scientists, researchers,
technical service professionals, papermakers, consultants, converters,
suppliers, and printing and graphic arts specialists - all with an interest
in discovering the latest innovations in coating technologies. Attendees will have the chance to explore topics including Coating Structure & Uniformity, Strength and Mechanical Properties of Coatings, New Techniques & Materials, and much more, including poster sessions. An optional post conference tour includes the University du Quebec at Trois-Rivieres, where visitors will see a pilot coater, equipment used for chemical modeling, and a control room setting; and the nearby Centre International de Couchage, where they will see a wide range of commercial coating equipment.
Online registration is open--save by registering before May 14!
Nanotechnology: From R&D to Application
Date: June 25-27, 2008
Venue: Hyatt Regency St. Louis
Location: St. Louis, MO
Imagine
getting great content on Nanotechnology at a "nano" price. TAPPI is pleased
to announce that registration is now open for its 2008
International Conference on Nanotechnology for the Forest Products Industry.
The pre-registration member rate is only $775 per person before May
28, 2008. The conference is co-sponsored by the Forest Products Society. Strong content makes this a "must attend" event, as nanoscience is poised to transform the forest products industry. The program will consider a wide range of science- and technology-focused presentations, including:
- Nanotechnology industry perspectives
- Nanotechnology applications in papermaking, paper coating, printing, biorefining, and lignin biodegradation
- Forest materials-based nano-manufacturing
Refer a friend - get a free TAPPI PRESS book
"Share the Pride" in your profession, and in your association, by referring your peers and colleagues to join TAPPI--and you'll receive a free TAPPI PRESS book. Choose from a long list of titles made available for this special program, and take pride in supporting TAPPI's efforts to strengthen and educate our industry.
The Member Referral program is simple. When joining TAPPI online or via printed application, new members will have the option to list the person that referred them to TAPPI. If that person is YOU, we will contact you immediately to find out which free book you select. The book will be shipped to you at no charge.
So get the word out about joining TAPPI! You get another volume for your library, and your colleagues gain the excellent benefits of TAPPI Membership.
TAPPI goes worldwide to reach members
To help every member stay abreast of the latest developments in the international paper industry, and to make our valuable services, products and opportunities available to members and potential members everywhere, TAPPI exhibits at many events around the world throughout the year. If you're attending these events, please stop by and meet us there!
Asian Paper 2008
Date: 23-25 April 2008
Venue: Queen Sirikit National Convention & Exhibition Center
Location: Bangkok, Thailand
Asian Paper 2008 offers an unrivalled opportunity for paper professionals to meet, learn, exchange ideas and pick up valuable information to help improve their operations and profitability. TAPPI will be on hand as hundreds of suppliers exhibit new equipment, services and solutions at the trade fair, and as top-level managers from throughout Asia and around the world take advantage of the special Senior Management Symposium. Plus, the New Applied Technology Conference (NAT) will present the latest technical developments and solutions for pulp and paper production. It will feature more than two dozen speakers in five separate sessions.
If you're planning to be at this exciting event, make sure you stop by and identify yourself at the TAPPI Booth! Learn more online about this unique event.
SPCI World Pulp & Paper Week
Date: 27-29 May 2008
Venue: International Fairs & Conference Center
Location: Stockholm, Sweden
Be sure to stop by TAPPI Booth #MPC14 at SPCI's World Pulp & Paper Week [http://www.spci2008.com/]. This popular exhibition and conference will also mark the 100th Anniversary of the Swedish Association of Pulp and Paper Engineers (SPCI). With 13,000 square meters of exhibit space and 800 exhibitors, the exhibition floor will be packed with attendees interested in the latest new developments in every area of the pulp, paper, and forest products industry.
International Pulp Bleaching Conference
Date: 2-5 June 2008
Venue: Loews Le Concorde Hotel
Location: Québec City, Québec
This conference is dedicated to all chemical and engineering aspects of pulp bleaching.
Held every three years, it allows hundreds of individuals involved in pulp bleaching to meet, learn and share knowledge with one another. The event is hosted by Pulp & Paper Technical Association of Canada (PAPTAC), and co-sponsored by Finnish Paper Engineer's Association, the Swedish Association of Pulp and Paper Engineers, and TAPPI.
ECF bleaching, oxygen delignification, and bleaching effluents are just some of the program topics that will be covered in-depth at this conference. Program details and online registration are available; the event takes place during Québec City's 400th Anniversary celebration, so attendees are urged to make reservations early.
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