As we countdown to the new year, Brushware takes a look back with our annual most read articles ranking. This year’s list addresses well-known industry topic as the top article touches on the labor issues that continue to be a challenge for all of manufacturing. Looking further down the rankings, acquisitions were active in 2023 […]
Read MoreAtlas Graham Furgale Ltd. (AGF) has announced a leadership transition with the departure of Ryan Proulx on November 24, 2023. Jim Graham, who was the former President and CEO at AGF from June 2005 until his retirement in December 2015, has taken over as the new President and CEO after the departure of Proulx. According […]
Read MoreBrushware’s 2024 January-February issue features an in-depth profile on Wisconsin manufacturer Schaefer Brush along with coverage of the current and future impact of Artificial Intelligence for manufacturing. The edition also offers our annual look back at the top brush industry stories for 2023 along with our Digital 40 Power List ― highlighting the brands […]
Read MoreThe American Brush Manufacturers Association (ABMA) is pleased to announce a new opportunity for Emerging Leaders within the industry. The 2024 ABMA Convention, slated to occur from March 19-22 at Amelia Island, Florida, will offer a grant to ABMA Emerging Leaders who would like to attend the event. This $3,000 grant is specifically designed to […]
Read MoreIn October, Lessmann “The German Brush Company” held two-day celebrations to mark the company’s 75th anniversary. Held on a Friday with nice fall weather, 150 invited guests came to the company ceremony. Customers, suppliers, consultants, neighbors, political representatives as well as friends and family were all welcome to join the 250 company employees that were […]
Read MoreGerman and UK Manufacturing Register Strong Improvement in November ISM® reported a U.S. Manufacturing PMI® of 46.7 percent in November matching the same figure in October. The stagnant readings for both months halted a three-month uptrend from July through September that seemed to show U.S. manufacturing on track to move above the 50 percent mark […]
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A new press release from FEIBP President Alessandro Acquaderni provides an update on progress for the 2024 World Brush Expo to be held May 22-24 in Bologna, Italy. “I am thrilled to share the latest developments regarding the much-anticipated World Brush Expo 2024. This event is not just a gathering; it’s a testament to the […]
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