President and CEO Gonzalo Martinez Offers Insights on the Schaefer Brush Approach By Bob Lawrence Talk about a legacy in the brush industry, this company undeniably has one for sure, including unique ownership. Founded in 1904 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Schaefer Brush was a family-owned and operated business until nine years ago when it was purchased […]
Read MoreIn a recent letter to World Brush Expo exhibitors, FEIBP President Alessandro Acquaderni indicated the event has so far attracted more than 135 exhibitors and interest from thousands of visitors. He says that the early commitments are fueling success for the Expo which will be held May 22-24, 2024, in Bologna, Italy.
Read MoreAs 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 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 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 […]
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