MGG: Artisanal SME of Excellence Shifts to 100% Digital Industry Strategy

Specialized in the production of machinery for the production of paintbrushes and rollers, Italian firm MGG is increasing turnover, employees and investment in R&D: short supply chain and augmented reality for technical assistance and customer training.

A small company located just one hour off the city of Venezia, in the beautiful surroundings of the Prosecco hills, Unesco heritage is the worldwide leader in the production of technologies for the paintbrush industry and is moving fast toward complete digitalization. “In this year the process will be completed,” says Loris Maestrutti, CEO of MGG Srl, which is at the forefront of machines and plants for the production of round and flat brushes and rollers used in sectors such as construction, restoration, DIY, woodworking and naval — a niche market with high technological quality.

Mike Jewell Joins Jones as SVP of Operations

Jones Family of Companies. a leading manufacturer of technical and engineered nonwoven and floor care products, has hired Mike Jewell as senior vice president of operations. With more than 25 years of manufacturing, supply chain, and business improvement experience,  Jewell will join the Jones team to lead its manufacturing, engineering, and supply chain operations.

“Mike embraces visual management and team engagement on the manufacturing floor. He believes in highly disciplined operations and lean standards,” said CP Davis, CEO of Jones. “Mike passionately supports individual and team training and development to drive day-to-day performance improvements and enhance team morale and safety.