Old West Brands, a division of Old West Industries, Inc., has acquired the Champion Brush business from Hillbrush, with the transfer taking effect June 23, 2026. The transaction includes the Champion Brush product range, remaining inventory, the Beasties trademark and the Winner’s Circle brand. Champion Brush has long been recognized in the equestrian market, particularly […]
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Global Shop Solutions announced that Director of Product & Engineering Trent Maynard is celebrating his 10-year anniversary with the company, reflecting a decade that spans from consulting on the shop floor to leading its unified AI initiative, Genii. “As AI rapidly reshapes manufacturing software, the role of product and engineering leadership is evolving alongside it,” the […]
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The American Brush Manufacturers Association (ABMA) has reported the passing of John J. Lannon, co-founder of Lanoco Specialty Wire Products, Inc., a supplier of fine-diameter wire used in the power brush industry. Lannon died March 3, 2026, after a six-year battle with cancer. He was 80.
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Behind every brush are decades of knowledge, mechanical intuition and steady adaptation. Industry leaders share how legacy, leadership and technology are intersecting on today’s shop floors. By Amy Linzmeyer-Jelinek The brush industry is shaped by an enduring combination of heritage and innovation. Success requires workers with physical dexterity and technical aptitude, as well as leaders […]
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A+B Bürsten-Technik AG has acquired the firearm cleaning business of Büchsenmacherei Ferdinand Raetz, assuming responsibility for the production and distribution of the company’s premium cleaning rods and brushes as of March 1, 2026. The transition is part of a succession plan established by Carola and Ferdinand Raetz, who built a reputation for high-quality firearm cleaning […]
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The Mill-Rose Company, exclusive supplier of Blue Monster products used in P/H/C applications and the world’s leading supplier of PTFE thread sealants, has agreed to sponsor Matt Massey, a plumber-turned-professional angler, in Major League Fishing.
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Dr. John Rainey, MBE: 1950–2026 The global brush industry is mourning the passing of Dr. John Rainey, MBE, chairman of Denman and the Denroy Group, who died on February 10, 2026, at the age of 75. Based in Bangor, Northern Ireland, Denman has long held a prominent place within the professional hairbrush sector, while Denroy […]
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One of the most recognizable synthetic brush lines in the fine art sector is celebrating a significant milestone this year. The NOVA series from da Vinci Artist Brush Factory DEFET GmbH turns 50, marking five decades of product evolution, material innovation and sustained global demand.
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Borghi has announced a new collaboration with Artur Seger, aimed at further strengthening Borghi’s presence and customer relationships in the German, Austrian and Swiss (DACH) regions. According to Borghi, this strategic partnership represents a “new, positive opportunity for both parties, combining expertise, passion, and local insight to better serve the market.”
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Global Shop Solutions has announced two new AI-powered features designed to make everyday manufacturing processes faster, more accurate and easier to manage. AI Accounts Payable (AP) Automation and AI Sales Order Entry continue the company’s mission to simplify manufacturing by reducing manual tasks and empowering customers to focus on high-value work. Global Shop Solutions is […]
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