Following comments from President Biden that he will not intervene in the strike at East and Gulf Coast ports, National Association of Manufacturers President and CEO Jay Timmons released the following statement: “Manufacturers call on President Biden to intervene by invoking the Taft-Hartley Act, which will force ports to resume operations while negotiations continue. “There […]
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For industries seeking an efficient solution to continuous tufted strip brush production, Borghi’s INFINITY range delivers unmatched performance. Designed for streamlined operation, these machines are engineered to produce brushes with vertical or inclined tufts, accommodating up to 15 rows wide and an infinite length.
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Paul Cosaro Elected Chairman of the Board Five industry veterans have been elected to the board of directors of the International Housewares Association (IHA), the full-service trade association for the housewares industry. The new directors are: Alexander Gransbury, founder and CEO, Dreamfarm; Lauren Greenwood, president, YouCopia Products, Inc.; Henry Liu, president & CEO, Cangshan Cutlery; […]
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By Adam Grabowski Director, Global Shop Solutions In the high-stakes world of manufacturing, time isn’t just money – it’s everything. Imagine running a race where every second counts and your competition is constantly breathing down your neck. That’s the magic (or madness) of cycle time. It’s the secret ingredient that transforms a sluggish assembly line […]
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By Alessandro Acquaderni As the summer season winds down and vacationers return to their routines, the Federation of European Brushware Manufacturers (FEIBP) is offering one more chance to keep that holiday spirit alive. With the 64th FEIBP Congress just a month away, professionals in the brush industry are invited to trade their regular office views […]
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Felton Brushes Limited has recently acquired the assets of Valley Brush Corporation, Abbotsford, B.C. Tony Ponikvar, CEO of Felton Brushes Limited notes, “Valley Brush Corporation has built up a North American professional vehicle wash customer base that has relied on the industries finest brushes for specific applications. The Valley brand will remain in place through […]
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The ABMA is calling on member companies to showcase their groundbreaking products for the prestigious 2025 ABMA William A. Cordes Innovation Excellence Award. Commonly referred to as “The Willie,” this award honors the most innovative manufactured product, component, or service in the brush industry. All qualifying entries will be featured at the 2025 ABMA Annual […]
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By Marion Keller What do brushware, beaches and books of poetry have in common? The answer can be found at the 2024 FEIBP Congress in Ibiza, Spain, on October 9-12, where attendees will delve into the many ways their companies are interconnected with one another, amid one of the most beautiful areas in Europe.
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Blue Monster® 1-Step CPVC Cement, a new self-priming adhesive designed for use on copper tube size (CTS) CPVC pipe and fittings up to 2 inches in diameter with interference fit, is now available exclusively from Clean-Fit Products, a division of The Mill-Rose Company. Blue Monster 1-Step CPVC cement is formulated for use as a 1-step […]
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How to Work Productively with Town Officials By Phillip M. Perry Legislation out of Washington can have a profound effect on businesses large and small. Despite the high profile of federal initiatives though, municipal ordinances very often have a more immediate impact on profits. Business owners need to cultivate productive relationships with town officials to […]
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