March 3, 2008
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.
'Biorefinery technology' is topic of bonus TJ
New for 2008: Print subscribers to TAPPI JOURNAL will receive special Event Reports containing the best papers from TAPPI events before they are available to the general membership. The first TJ Event Report issue will feature breakthrough research on biorefinery technology recently presented at TAPPI's Engineering, Pulping & Environmental Conference in Jacksonville, Florida. Biorefinery technology is revolutionizing our industry in profound ways, and this special report will bring some of the conference's most popular sessions directly to TJ print subscribers.
YOU can receive this important report! Subscribe now to TAPPI JOURNAL at the TAPPI Member price -- a full-year (11 issues) print subscription is only $132. That's a savings of more than 50% over non-member prices, and substantially less than other industry publications. Each print subscription also includes the electronic version, which will arrive by email to give you a "sneak peek" at that month's fresh content. (Electronic-version-only subscriptions are also available for only $29 for TAPPI Members.) Don't miss out.
NEXT WEEK: Empire State explores Alternative Energy
Date: March 12, 2008
Venue: Holiday Inn
Location: Saratoga Springs, NY
"Sustainability through Alternative Energy and Recycle/Reuse" is the title of an informative program being offered by TAPPI's Empire State Local Section. Program highlights include:
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:
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.
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 Golf Classic
Date: April 19, 2008
Venue: Bobby Jones Golf Course
Location: Atlanta, GA
Sponsors and participants, sign up now for a fun networking event. Support IPST scholarship programs at the IPST/TAPPI 2008 Golf Classic. Several sponsorship levels are available. The tree-lined par 71 championship Bobby Jones Golf Course offers scenic views of the midtown Atlanta skyline and is a great course for golfers of every skill level. To learn more, contact John Reye at john.reye@ipst.gatech.edu. See you there!
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 Extrustion 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: Register by March 28, 2008 and save more than $500 on individual registration. Plus, group discounts are available - reinforce the benefits by bringing the entire team! Program information and more is now available.
PaperCon '08: The Knowledge You Need
With multiple program tracks, New Technology Showcases, a trade show and more, PaperCon '08 provides a customizable experience that guarantees that you and your team will get exactly the knowledge you need, and make exactly the contacts you need, to improve your business. For knowledge and networking, there's no better opportunity than PaperCon '08!
PaperCon '08 will be held May 4 -7, 2008, at the Adams Mark Hotel in Dallas, Texas, USA, and is presented by PIMA, the TAPPI Papermakers Division, and TAPPI's Coating & Graphic Arts Division.
TAPPI BIM Committee plans Spring Meeting
Date: May 14 - 16, 2008
Location: Marco Island, Florida
TAPPI's Building & Industrial Material 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 "early bird" member rate is only $625 per person before March 15, 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:
TAPPI Rail Trip Tours National Parks
Have you reserved your spot yet? Don't wait - call your TAPPI contacts and plan now to meet for this unforgettable journey, scheduled for May 13 through 22, 2008. TAPPI has contracted with GrandLuxe Rail Journeys to give TAPPI Members a travel opportunity like no other. As a TAPPI member, you'll receive a discount when booking for this special trip, featuring first-class rail accommodations on luxury antique Pullman cars and covering a vast expanse of land that is difficult to visit by any other means. In addition to spending quality time with old friends, your journey will include one-of-a-kind views of the Grand Canyon, Zion, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, and the Cedar Breaks National Monument.
You'll enjoy gourmet meals at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fine wines are available in the club cars, with complimentary selections at dinner. A pianist provides music during the cocktail hour, which features complimentary hors d'oeuvres, as historians and lecturers present in-depth background on the route being traveled. Virtual tours of the train cars and detailed information about accommodations are available online.
Rates: (TAPPI members get an additional 5% discount off these rates)
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!
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.
'Biorefinery technology' is topic of bonus TJ
New for 2008: Print subscribers to TAPPI JOURNAL will receive special Event Reports containing the best papers from TAPPI events before they are available to the general membership. The first TJ Event Report issue will feature breakthrough research on biorefinery technology recently presented at TAPPI's Engineering, Pulping & Environmental Conference in Jacksonville, Florida. Biorefinery technology is revolutionizing our industry in profound ways, and this special report will bring some of the conference's most popular sessions directly to TJ print subscribers.
YOU can receive this important report! Subscribe now to TAPPI JOURNAL at the TAPPI Member price -- a full-year (11 issues) print subscription is only $132. That's a savings of more than 50% over non-member prices, and substantially less than other industry publications. Each print subscription also includes the electronic version, which will arrive by email to give you a "sneak peek" at that month's fresh content. (Electronic-version-only subscriptions are also available for only $29 for TAPPI Members.) Don't miss out.
NEXT WEEK: Empire State explores Alternative Energy
Date: March 12, 2008
Venue: Holiday Inn
Location: Saratoga Springs, NY
"Sustainability through Alternative Energy and Recycle/Reuse" is the title of an informative program being offered by TAPPI's Empire State Local Section. Program highlights include:
- "Sustainability in NA Containerboard Industry" (Jose Iribarne, Solvay Paperboard)
- "Steam Savings through Stationary Siphons" (Kadant-Johnson)
- "Biofuel from Wood" (Dr. Thomas Amidon, ESF)
- "Advanced Recycle Technologies" (Antoin Duel, Nalco)
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
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.
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 Golf Classic
Date: April 19, 2008
Venue: Bobby Jones Golf Course
Location: Atlanta, GA
Sponsors and participants, sign up now for a fun networking event. Support IPST scholarship programs at the IPST/TAPPI 2008 Golf Classic. Several sponsorship levels are available. The tree-lined par 71 championship Bobby Jones Golf Course offers scenic views of the midtown Atlanta skyline and is a great course for golfers of every skill level. To learn more, contact John Reye at john.reye@ipst.gatech.edu. See you there!
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 Extrustion 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: Register by March 28, 2008 and save more than $500 on individual registration. Plus, group discounts are available - reinforce the benefits by bringing the entire team! Program information and more is now available.
PaperCon '08: The Knowledge You Need
With multiple program tracks, New Technology Showcases, a trade show and more, PaperCon '08 provides a customizable experience that guarantees that you and your team will get exactly the knowledge you need, and make exactly the contacts you need, to improve your business. For knowledge and networking, there's no better opportunity than PaperCon '08!
PaperCon '08 will be held May 4 -7, 2008, at the Adams Mark Hotel in Dallas, Texas, USA, and is presented by PIMA, the TAPPI Papermakers Division, and TAPPI's Coating & Graphic Arts Division.
- Want multi-track programming that lets YOU choose where to spend your time? Check out this program, which features tracks on management, reliability, coating, PM efficiency and more.
- Want to grab the latest developments to help YOUR MILL reach its goals? A Trade Exhibit and New Technology Showcases will highlight the newest vendor innovations.
- Want unparalleled networking? Lunch-and-learn sessions, social events, panel discussions and more get you in touch with experts and industry peers.
- Want to reach your customers in the paper industry in a memorable, engaging way? Become a sponsor or exhibitor and customize a Sponsorship Level that suits YOUR marketing goals.
TAPPI BIM Committee plans Spring Meeting
Date: May 14 - 16, 2008
Location: Marco Island, Florida
TAPPI's Building & Industrial Material 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 "early bird" member rate is only $625 per person before March 15, 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
TAPPI Rail Trip Tours National Parks
Have you reserved your spot yet? Don't wait - call your TAPPI contacts and plan now to meet for this unforgettable journey, scheduled for May 13 through 22, 2008. TAPPI has contracted with GrandLuxe Rail Journeys to give TAPPI Members a travel opportunity like no other. As a TAPPI member, you'll receive a discount when booking for this special trip, featuring first-class rail accommodations on luxury antique Pullman cars and covering a vast expanse of land that is difficult to visit by any other means. In addition to spending quality time with old friends, your journey will include one-of-a-kind views of the Grand Canyon, Zion, Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, and the Cedar Breaks National Monument.
You'll enjoy gourmet meals at breakfast, lunch and dinner. Fine wines are available in the club cars, with complimentary selections at dinner. A pianist provides music during the cocktail hour, which features complimentary hors d'oeuvres, as historians and lecturers present in-depth background on the route being traveled. Virtual tours of the train cars and detailed information about accommodations are available online.
Rates: (TAPPI members get an additional 5% discount off these rates)
Vintage Pullman accommodations: $5,500 per personFor more information, contact Kathi Brischler at Travel Inc. at 800-392-2277 ext. 5281. Reservations are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to space availability. Call your TAPPI friends and invite them for this once-in-a-lifetime journey!
Grand Suites accommodations: $7,900 per person
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. 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.
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