Discover What’s Inside QCS Volume 2: Join the Live Author Webinar

Tune into the Paper Machine Quality Control Systems (QCS) Volume 2 Control Systems and Applications Webinar on Thursday, April 16, 2026, from 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM (ET), and join industry leaders, Kerry Figiel and Seyhan Nuyan, as they walk through the concepts, applications, and real-world solutions of this highly anticipated book, now available through TAPPI Press.

What You’ll Learn

This virtual session offers a guided overview of the book’s core topics, helping you understand how modern QCS controls performance, consistency, and quality across paper machine operations. Key areas include:

  • Machine Direction (MD) and Cross Direction (CD) control strategies
  • Paper machine process and regulatory controls
  • Cross direction actuators and mapping
  • Transition and color control techniques
  • Best practices for grade changes and system optimization

Whether you're working on the machine floor or in engineering and leadership roles, this webinar will highlight practical insights you can apply immediately.

Learn from the Authors

Gain perspective directly from two of the industry’s most respected experts:

Kerry Figiel brings more than four decades of experience in process control, QCS, and web inspection systems. A longtime TAPPI leader, Fellow, and winner of TAPPI’s Herman L. Joachim Distinguished Service Award, Kerry has played a pivotal role in shaping industry knowledge through his work on both QCS volumes and numerous technical publications.

Seyhan Nuyan, a globally recognized leader in control engineering and quality systems, offers deep expertise from a distinguished international career spanning R&D, product development, and executive leadership. His contributions to control solutions and industry education have earned him numerous honors, including TAPPI’s prestigious Gunnar Nicholson Gold Medal and a TAPPI Fellow.

Together, they provide unmatched insight into the evolution and application of QCS technologies.

From Webinar to TAPPICon

This webinar is just the beginning. Attendees will also have the opportunity to connect with the authors in person at TAPPICon, where they will be hosting a book signing event on Monday, April 27th at 6 PM in Columbus, OH.

It’s a unique chance to:

  • Continue the conversation beyond the webinar
  • Ask questions and explore real-world challenges
  • Get your copy of QCS Volume 2 signed by the authors

Don’t Miss Out

If you're looking to deepen your understanding of paper machine control systems and stay at the forefront of operational excellence, this webinar is a must-attend.

Reserve your spot, explore the new release, and plan to meet the authors at TAPPICon.