The Wooster Brush Company Shortcut Hook and Hold Angle Sash Paintbrush is the 2021 winner of the ABMA William A. Cordes Innovation Excellence Award. The “Willie” as it is known in the industry, is given to recognize outstanding innovation of manufactured products, components or services in the Brush, Broom, Mop and Roller Industry. The award […]
Read MoreThe Braun Brush Company has announced the completion of their new west coast manufacturing facility in Medford, Oregon. Despite the pandemic and local wildfires, the project completed on time and on budget.
Read MoreDue to COVID-19 restrictions, the 2021 edition of the Wisconsin Brushmakers’ Annual Golf and Dinner Outing has been canceled. This year’s host, Schaefer Brush will update everyone with information regarding the 2022 event as it becomes available.
Read MoreHillbrush, the UK’s largest manufacturer of brushware and hygienic cleaning tools has appointed experienced industrial designer David Lintern to lead the company’s new product development program. With more than 20 years’ experience in product and industrial design, the majority in the cleaning sector with well-known names such as Numatic and Addis, Lintern’s role will include […]
Read MoreU.S. manufacturing registered a PMI of 60.8 percent for February according to the latest ISM® Report On Business® to reach the highest figure since the start of the COVID-19 global pandemic. “Manufacturing performed well for the ninth straight month, with demand, consumption and inputs registering strong growth compared to January,” says Timothy R. Fiore, Chair […]
Read MoreTake a look at the St. Nick Brush Company in this video — a start to finish brush company that produces a complete line of consumer and industrial brushes and brooms. Every stage of the manufacturing process is overseen by experienced brushmakers that are dedicated to creating the highest quality brushes and brooms.
Read MoreThe ABMA Foundation is now accepting applications for the new year through March 1, 2021. The ABMA Foundation Endowment Fund assists industry employees and their families based on need. The Kathy K Parr Memorial Scholarship Fund awards an annual $2,500 Kathy Parr Memorial Scholarship. This money will be awarded to high school age or older applicant who […]
Read MoreThe 2021 March/April eMag issue of Brushware magazine is now available to all readers. In this issue, Bob Lawrence provides a full preview of the 2021 ABMA Virtual Convention with feedback and insights from key industry contacts. This issue also sees the launch of our Global Brush Maker Locator — an in-depth listing of all […]
Read MoreThe ABMA reports Thomas S. O’Connor, 78, formerly of Dennis, Mass., passed away after a brief illness on Thursday, Feb 11, 2021, at UMASS Medical Center. Tom attended Worcester Boy’s Trade, then enlisted in the United States Air Force for four years. Following his military service, he graduated from Becker Jr. College, the University of […]
Read MoreThe American Brush Manufacturers Association (ABMA) has announced the following candidates for the William Cordes Innovation Excellence Award, which is given each year to recognize outstanding innovation for manufactured products, components or services related to the brush, broom, mop and roller industry. The award is named after William Cordes, who served as the association’s first […]
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