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My TAPPI Story - David Maddux

David's TAPPI story demonstrates how professional development through industry associations transforms careers and builds confidence. As a TAPPI Fellow, he emphasizes the organization's commitment to nurturing young professionals during the industry's silver tsunami transition. Through networking opportunities, leadership roles in process control committees, and mentorship programs, David overcame personal challenges to become an industry advocate. His journey from introverted newcomer to confident leader showcases how TAPPI membership provides essential career growth tools, technical training, and peer connections that young engineers need to succeed in pulp and paper manufacturing.

Better Together: Tissue Experts on Dust Mitigation

Industry experts Bud Chase from Enzymatic Deinking Technologies and Alfredo Sali from Valmet discuss critical dust mitigation strategies for tissue manufacturing through TAPPI's Dust Mitigation Committee. This comprehensive conversation covers the three levels of dust fires, from simple dust fires to catastrophic explosions, while exploring advanced solutions including drone technology, real-time monitoring systems, and proactive dust management techniques. Mid-career professionals will gain actionable insights into measuring dust accumulation rates, implementing dust hazard analysis protocols, and leveraging collaborative industry expertise to transform dust from a necessary evil into a manageable safety challenge, ultimately protecting equipment investments and ensuring operational continuity.

Surface Engineering of Cellulose Nanocrystals for Sustainable Bioproduct Development

Professor Emily Cranston presents groundbreaking research on cellulose nanocrystal surface engineering for sustainable bioproduct development, covering advanced characterization methods, benchmarking of commercial producers, and innovative applications in emulsions, pressure-sensitive adhesives, and energy storage devices. This comprehensive webinar demonstrates how cellulose nanocrystals can replace petrochemicals across multiple industries, featuring practical insights on autofluorescence spectroscopy, buckling-based mechanical testing, and scalable production methods. Mid-career professionals will gain valuable knowledge on leveraging nanocellulose for enhanced product performance, sustainable manufacturing processes, and next-generation materials that address global environmental challenges while maintaining commercial viability and regulatory compliance.

ABB Web Inspection Systems Upgraded Successfully

Papertech delivers a cost-effective upgrade solution for existing ABB Web Inspection Systems, leveraging proven WebInspector WIS technology to minimize complexity and engineering expenses. The upgrade seamlessly integrates matrix or linescan cameras with existing infrastructure while offering energy-efficient WebLED lighting that reduces power consumption and maintenance requirements. Built on non-proprietary technology with hundreds of units deployed globally, the system features advanced AI neural network defect analysis for superior paper quality control across all grades. This streamlined approach provides operations managers with reliable spare parts availability, reduced installation complexity, and proven ROI through decreased energy costs and maintenance downtime.

A true green cover for industrial waste landfills, TAPPI Journal April 2024

Effect of pressure and time on water absorption of coated paperboard based on a modified Cobb test method, TAPPI Journal April 2024

Editorial: Celebrating an industry giant: Dr. Peter W. Hart, TAPPI Journal April 2024

Moroccan Sipat Tissue Chooses ABB Quality Control System for Optimising Operations

Clearwater Paper Reports First Quarter 2024 Results

Breaking Boundaries in Sustainable Packaging