In 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 MoreThe 63rd FEIBP Congress, held in Belfast, Northern Ireland, in September brought together experts from the brush industry to discuss and provide updates on market conditions around brushware materials. Here is a summary of the challenges and opportunities in the market that were presented by four industry leaders in Europe.
Read MoreThis summer Brosserie Brenet celebrated 125 years of remarkable resilience. In an age where businesses come and go, the longevity of Brosserie Brenet raises the question: what is the secret to their enduring success? The first ingredient that has contributed to this remarkable milestone is a profound commitment to family values. These values, passed down […]
Read MoreAt the 63rd FEIBP congress, held two weeks ago in Belfast, Andrew McIlroy (Germany, Perlon) stepped down as FEIBP President after having served for three years. The newly elected president is Alessandro Acquaderni the CEO of SIT Brush in Italy. Acquaderni’s father Andrea also previously served as FEIBP president. Acquaderni says he is honored to […]
Read MoreSeptember marked an exciting chapter for Zahn Unique Brushes, as five talented young individuals embarked on their vocational training journey. Three young women have chosen the art of brush-making as their career path, while two young men have taken their first steps toward becoming IT specialists. The three-year apprenticeships will provide the apprentices with both […]
Read MoreEvent Makes Strong Comeback After Four Years In Berlin, from September 19 to 22, 2023, the international cleaning industry converged for the leading trade fair dedicated to cleaning and hygiene. After a hiatus of four years, the trade fair made its eleventh appearance at the Berlin Exhibition Grounds, attracting a higher number of visitors than […]
Read MorePainting tools under the same umbrella Storch-Ciret Group, the market leader for painting tools in Europe, has acquired French painting tool specialist Savy. The group is already represented in France by its subsidiary Ciret France. With the French production facility, the company is strengthening its expertise in manufacturing for painting tools Made in Europe. The […]
Read MoreThe Ohio Manufacturers’ Association introduces the Untapped Talent Learning Community – a community supporting manufacturers, industry sector partnerships, and workforce professionals interested in hiring and retention best practices. These communities will offer information, discussions, resources, best practices, and tools aimed at improving recruitment, training, and retention of untapped talent. The webinar will be held Thursday, […]
Read MorePART II: Wire Filament Suppliers By Bob Lawrence Ask anyone outside the brush industry what wire brushes are used for and most will cite menial tasks such as grill cleaning, having no realization that they’re essential in most major industries producing products and services ubiquitous in their lives, from aerospace and automotive to agriculture and […]
Read MoreIn an era where environmental consciousness is paramount, Zahn Unique Brushes stands out as a pioneering force in the pursuit of sustainability within its industry. With a steadfast commitment to eco-friendly practices, the company has taken significant strides toward reducing its carbon footprint and conserving precious resources. One of the most recent and notable additions […]
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