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Effects of salinity (Na2SO4) on performance of papermaking additives for fine-particle retention, dewatering, and flocculation, TAPPI Journal October 2025

The effect of pulp screening on oxygen delignification of high lignin content pulps, TAPPI Journal October 2025

STAR - October 2025 - TAPPI TIPs Under Review

TAPPI announces new Technical Information Paper (TIP) 0402-28 for corrosion and materials engineering professionals, focusing on guidelines for inspecting used fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP). This working group opportunity targets mid-career professionals seeking advanced technical insights and leadership development in materials engineering. The review process offers experienced plant managers, R&D leads, and operations professionals a chance to contribute to industry standards while building expertise in FRP inspection protocols. Participation provides valuable benchmarking opportunities and professional recognition within the TAPPI technical community. Contact tip@tappi.org to join this specialized working group and advance your materials engineering leadership credentials.

STAR - October 2025 - SSIG Members Needed

TAPPI's Standard-Specific Interest Groups (SSIGs) urgently need mid-career professionals to join 20 technical committees covering fiber glass testing, optical properties, aging protocols, and paper analysis methods. These volunteer roles offer direct influence on industry standards development, professional networking opportunities, and technical leadership visibility. Participation is free and provides valuable benchmarking insights while demonstrating measurable professional impact to employers. Without sufficient membership, these critical testing methods face potential withdrawal, affecting quality assurance protocols across manufacturing operations. Contact standards@tappi.org to secure your involvement in shaping industry best practices and advancing your technical expertise.

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

TAPPI seeks experienced professionals to lead and participate in Useful Methods working groups for critical industry standards development. Multiple leadership opportunities are available as Working Group Chairs for fiber analysis, wood processing, pulp refining, and specialty paper testing methods. This volunteer role offers mid-career professionals valuable technical leadership experience, industry networking, and direct contribution to pulp and paper standards that impact operations globally. Working groups require minimum three TAPPI members from different companies, providing diverse industry perspective. Participation demonstrates technical expertise and leadership commitment to employers while advancing professional development in specialized areas including bagasse fiber determination, laboratory pulp processing, and grease-repellant paper testing standards.

STAR - October 2025 - Standards Coming Up For Review

TAPPI announces 13 critical paper and paperboard testing standards scheduled for comprehensive review in October 2025, including water vapor transmission, surface strength, air resistance, and internal bond strength methods. Senior industry professionals and standards experts are invited to join Standard-Specific Interest Groups to provide technical expertise, cast official votes, and shape future testing protocols. This represents a valuable opportunity for experienced practitioners to maintain professional influence, contribute decades of knowledge to standards development, and ensure industry best practices reflect real-world manufacturing requirements. Contact standards@tappi.org to request SSIG voting membership before the October target date.

STAR - October 2025 - U.S. TAG to ISO TC 6

Senior pulp and paper industry professionals seeking to maintain their influence in international standards development can contribute their expertise to the U.S. Technical Advisory Group for ISO TC 6. This prestigious opportunity allows experienced executives and industry veterans to shape global paper, board, and pulp standards while staying professionally engaged post-retirement. By joining the U.S. TAG to ISO TC 6, seasoned professionals can leverage their decades of knowledge to influence industry practices, mentor emerging standards, and maintain their professional legacy. Contact isotc6@tappi.org to learn how your expertise can impact international pulp and paper standards development.