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From Fiber to Finished Product: Improving Tissue Manufacturing with an End-to-End Approach

Ultimately, working with an end-to-end OEM provider equips tissue manufacturers with the holistic support necessary to boost productivity and profitability.

European Pulp and Paper Industry Market Outlook

A comprehensive understanding of the market can provide actionable insights to successfully steer companies through the future.

Successful Start-up of Second ANDRITZ Pressurized Refining System for Wisewoods, Thailand

ANDRITZ successfully commissioned a high-efficiency pressurized refining system at Wisewoods mill in Thailand, boosting production capacity for medium density fiberboard manufacturing. The 30 t/h system features advanced pressurized refiner technology that delivers superior fiber quality from rubberwood while reducing energy consumption, a critical benchmark for operations managers focused on ROI optimization. The installation includes optimized plug-screw feeder technology for enhanced dewatering and pre-steaming efficiency. This strategic partnership demonstrates proven technology implementation in the panelboard industry, offering valuable insights for plant managers evaluating fiber processing upgrades and energy-efficient manufacturing solutions across Asia-Pacific markets.

Chairman of Sofidel Group, Edilio Stefani, Passes Away Suddenly

First Quality Announces Purchase of Henkel’s Retailer Brands in North America

Essity: Report for Quarter 4 and Full-Year 2024

Toscotec’s TAD Machine Starts-up at Hengan in China

Metsä Group Announces Shortlist for 2025 Sustainability Awards

STAR - February 2025 - New or Revised Standards, TIPs, and Useful Methods

TAPPI has published TIP 0404-02, a revised technical information paper on measuring dryer condensing rates using batch methods, with special recognition to Working Group Chair Greg Wedel for his leadership. This updated industry standard provides plant and operations managers with critical technical guidance for optimizing drying processes and equipment performance. TAPPI subscribers can access these technical resources through the online Standards, TIPs, and Useful Methods platform, updated monthly around the 30th. For immediate access to newly published documents before online posting, technical professionals can contact tip@tappi.org directly, ensuring continuous access to the latest industry benchmarking data and operational insights needed for process improvement initiatives.

STAR - February 2025 - STAR of the Month

TAPPI celebrates John Buzzell's exceptional four-year tenure as CORBOTEC TIP Coordinator, showcasing how senior industry professionals drive technical standards excellence. During his leadership from 2020-2024, Buzzell modernized TAPPI's corrugated Technical Information Papers portfolio, publishing 41 new TIPs while managing 74 total documents representing 25% of TAPPI's collection. His distinguished service earned him the 2022 Corrugated Division Technical Award and Harry J. Bettendorf Prize. As he transitions leadership to Jerry Saballus, Buzzell's legacy demonstrates the profound impact dedicated volunteers have on maintaining industry-relevant technical documentation and standards development for corrugated professionals worldwide.