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Tissue World Moves to Germany

Tissue World, 28-30 March 2023, Messe Düsseldorf.

Conner Industries Appoints Kevin Kenjarski as Chief Revenue Officer

Conner Industries Appoints Kevin Kenjarski as Chief Revenue Officer Conner Industries, Inc., the leading provider of industrial packaging solutions (wood, foam, corrugate, and plastics), lumber, industrial wood crates, and pallets, today announced the appointment of Kevin Kenjarski as Chief Revenue Officer (CRO) Join TAPPI for full article...

Better Together: 2022 CorrWeek Episode 2

Join industry leaders from Corrugated Week 2022 as they explore cutting-edge automation, IoT, and Industry 4.0 solutions transforming box manufacturing operations. Featured guests including Jonathan Lust from Signode Industrial Group, Christine Little from Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, and Brian Cantor from Sun Automation Group discuss predictive maintenance technologies, machine learning applications, and strategies for addressing labor shortages while maximizing equipment efficiency. Learn how advanced unitization systems, digital printing innovations, and automated material handling are helping mid-career plant managers and R&D leads optimize production throughput, reduce downtime, and demonstrate clear ROI to leadership teams.

Better Together: 2022 CorrWeek Episode 1

Core Week 2022 podcast features industry leaders driving digital transformation in corrugated packaging manufacturing. Hayarkon CEO Shlomo Nimrodi discusses converting analog finishing processes to digital solutions for enhanced sustainability and agility. Baldwin Technology's Jonathan Ford showcases spectral UV curing technology that improves print quality while reducing energy consumption and workplace safety risks. Productivity Software's Alex Zlotych demonstrates how automation systems optimize corrugator operations, reduce waste, and accelerate employee onboarding by 60%. The Paper and Packaging Board's Sarah Meiburg introduces the free Box to Nature program, helping manufacturers communicate recycling benefits directly to consumers through packaging graphics, supporting the industry's sustainability messaging and fiber recovery goals.

Better Together: ForestBioFacts

Forest Biofacts represents a groundbreaking digital transformation of the pulp and paper industry's most comprehensive educational resource. This advanced learning platform extends the renowned 20-volume book series from Finland's Forest Products Engineers Association into an interactive digital environment featuring 1500 articles, virtual mill tours, and real-time content updates. Mid-career professionals gain access to cutting-edge technical insights across 16 specialized themes, from traditional papermaking to emerging wood-based textiles and nanomaterials. The platform supports leadership development through expert-authored content from over 100 industry contributors, while enabling companies to benchmark operations and demonstrate training ROI. With English-language accessibility and corporate licensing options, Forest Biofacts delivers the advanced technical knowledge and industry-wide perspective essential for career advancement in today's rapidly evolving forest products landscape.

The Value of Sustaining Membership (OLD)

This brief audio content appears to contain minimal substantive information for mid-career professionals seeking advanced technical insights or leadership development. The limited transcript suggests an informal greeting exchange without clear educational or professional development value. For plant managers, R&D leads, and sales engineers looking to benchmark performance, advance technical skills, or demonstrate ROI to employers, this content may not provide the specialized knowledge or actionable insights typically needed for career advancement in industrial operations, research leadership, or technical sales environments.

Better Together: Olli-Pekka Riippa, AFT

AFT Finland's product manager Olli-pekka discusses how the company developed innovative Max Edge refining technology during the pandemic using global virtual collaboration across Canada, Finland, and Japan. This advanced refiner integrates proven FineBar segment technology to deliver remarkable energy savings, with one Scandinavian mill achieving 50% energy reduction while maintaining pulp quality. The discussion covers customized refining solutions for different fiber types, sustainability trends driving mill operations, and AFT's new IoT platform providing 24/7 remote monitoring and optimization services. Industry professionals learn how refined segment design directly impacts paper strength, formation, and drainage characteristics for tissue, packaging, and emerging sustainable products replacing single-use plastics.

TAPPI WomenIndustry Promo

Women leaders in pulp and paper manufacturing share insights on breaking barriers in male-dominated industries. Learn how female professionals are creating career pathways, building supportive communities, and serving as role models for young women entering manufacturing careers. Industry veterans with 15+ years of experience discuss the importance of mentorship, diverse perspectives in leadership roles, and strategies for attracting young professionals to exciting manufacturing opportunities. Discover how TAPPI supports women's leadership development through networking, mentoring programs, and visibility initiatives that help early-career professionals build technical skills and advance in pulp, paper, and corrugated sectors.

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