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Editorial: Design considerations for developing high-quality flexible packaging laminates, TAPPI Journal July 2025

Data-efficient determination of machine-specific process windows in thermoforming using the example of PCR materials, TAPPI Journal July 2025

Sofidel Finalizes Acquisition of Royal Paper’s Assets in the United States

ST Group Acquires Cascades Barnwell County Tissue Mill, South Carolina

Toscotec to Supply Complete Tissue Line to Grandbay Papeles Nacionales, Colombia

STAR - July 2025 - TAPPI Standards in Ballot

Four critical TAPPI standards for pulp and paper testing are currently under ballot review, with voting deadlines through August 2025. These standards cover moisture sampling in wood pulp shipments, dirt count measurement using optical character recognition, bending resistance testing, and visible dirt analysis through image processing. Mid-career professionals can access draft copies and participate in Standard-Specific Interest Groups by contacting standards@tappi.org. Engaging with TAPPI standards development provides valuable technical leadership opportunities, keeps teams current with industry best practices, and demonstrates measurable ROI through improved quality control processes and regulatory compliance expertise.

STAR - July 2025 - TAPPI TIPs under review

TAPPI announces new Technical Information Paper (TIP) 0502-14 on forming section monitoring for papermakers, opening July 8, 2025. This advanced technical standard review offers mid-career professionals an opportunity to contribute specialized expertise, build industry leadership credentials, and expand professional networks. Working Group participation provides valuable benchmarking insights, enhances technical knowledge in paper manufacturing processes, and demonstrates measurable value to employers through industry standards development. The one-year review timeline allows for meaningful contribution while managing existing responsibilities. Professionals can join the Working Group review process by contacting tip@tappi.org, positioning themselves as subject matter experts in papermaking technology.

STAR - July 2025 - SSIG Members Needed

TAPPI's Standard-Specific Interest Groups (SSIGs) need experienced professionals to join critical technical committees for fiber glass mat testing, optical property evaluation, and paper quality standards. These volunteer opportunities allow mid-career professionals to shape industry standards, gain specialized technical expertise, and build leadership credentials through committee participation. Free membership includes access to ballot processes, technical discussions, and networking with industry experts. Without sufficient participation, these essential test methods may be withdrawn, potentially impacting quality control processes across manufacturing operations. Join today to advance your technical specialization while contributing to industry-wide standardization efforts.

STAR - July 2025 - Members for Working Groups of TIPs Needed

TAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead and participate in Technical Information Paper (TIP) working groups for critical paper manufacturing processes. Open leadership roles include Working Group Chair positions for press fabric characterization, nip impression techniques, paper machine performance guidelines, steam shower applications, and boiler water quality monitoring. These volunteer opportunities offer mid-career professionals the chance to contribute specialized expertise, build industry recognition, and advance technical standards while networking with peers across different companies. Working groups require minimum three TAPPI members from separate organizations, providing valuable cross-industry collaboration and professional development opportunities for operations managers, R&D leads, and technical specialists.

STAR - July 2025 - Members for Working Groups of Useful Methods Needed

TAPPI 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.