Eurozone and UK Struggle Amid Demand Weakness, While Canada and India Show Resilience The US manufacturing industry faced contraction for the ninth consecutive month in December, marking the 25th month of decline out of the past 26, according to the latest Manufacturing ISM Report On Business. Released by Timothy R. Fiore, CPSM, C.P.M., Chair of […]
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By Lisa Anderson There will be new policies, new supply chains and new manufacturing growth in the New Year. Although 2024 has ended on a sluggish note for most manufacturers with concerns swirling around missed revenue goals, inventory levels tying up cash and supply chain vulnerabilities and risks, there is excitement around changes coming down […]
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The National Association of Manufacturers released its Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey for Q4 2024, which illustrates that even with ongoing economic challenges, manufacturers are more optimistic post-election about potential action on expiring tax provisions and efforts to curb the regulatory onslaught. According to the latest reading, 70.9% of respondents are positive about their company’s outlook, up […]
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Happy Holidays to the Brushware community! To celebrate the season and begin wrapping up 024, Brushware is proud to present the year’s most engaging articles. From pivotal industry events to insightful thought leadership and key business developments, this list captures the stories that resonated most with our readers. Dive into our recap of the year’s […]
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Hillbrush Partners has announced a strategic collaboration with BST to introduce the innovative BST xdetect Hygiene Range. The new product line combines Hillbrush’s decades of experience in manufacturing premium cleaning tools with BST’s expertise in metal-detectable technology, resulting in a cutting-edge solution for industries demanding rigorous safety and traceability standards. Described as a “groundbreaking collection of […]
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The Interclean Shanghai 2024 trade show, which was held Dec. 11-13, 2024, at the Shanghai New International Expo Centre, showcased the latest advancements from leading manufacturers in cleaning and hygiene, offering a broad range of solutions from cleaning machines, accessories, and robotics to washroom appliances, chemicals, detergents, and healthcare cleaning equipment. Of particular interest were […]
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Brushware’s 2025 January-February edition kicks off the new year with our new Photo Issue featuring photos from contributors across the world showcasing the industry and the products. In addition, this issue includes a full report from Bart Pelton on Foreign Exchange and Commodities with charts and a QR code/link to his original video presentation of […]
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Nexstep Commercial Products (Exclusive Licensee of O-Cedar) is pleased to announce Michelle Seibold as Accounts Receivable Specialist at the corporate office. Prior to Nexstep, Michelle worked at Ashland Chemical as a Credit Associate.
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The European Brushware Federation (FEIBP) announced that early bird registration is open for the 65th FEIBP Congress, scheduled for October 8-11, 2025. This prestigious event will be hosted at the Hotel Continental Ischia in the heart of Ischia, Italy. Known for its picturesque landscapes and welcoming atmosphere, Ischia provides the perfect backdrop for this milestone […]
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Canadian Strength Continues Four Straight Months of PMI Growth The ISM U.S. Manufacturing PMI registered 48.4 percent in November, a 1.9 percentage-point increase from October’s 46.5 percent, according to Timothy R. Fiore, Chair of the ISM Manufacturing Business Survey Committee. This marks the eighth consecutive month of contraction and the 24th contraction in the last […]
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