By Lisa Anderson Manufacturing is in a state of flux. After seven straight months of contraction in manufacturing, it is not surprising manufacturers are thinking about cutting back. On the other hand, in many industries manufacturers continue to have a robust backlog and are growing faster than their capacity. Simultaneously, there is significant transition and […]
Read MoreFEIBP Gears Up for the 63rd Congress: Leadership and Packaging Waste Legislation in Focus The European Brushware Federation (FEIBP) has announced new updates for the 63rd FEIBP Congress featuring an array of engaging topics for its members. The highly anticipated 63rd FEIBP Congress is scheduled to take place from September 20-22, 2023, in Belfast, Northern […]
Read MoreThe National Association of Manufacturers released its Manufacturers’ Outlook Survey for the second quarter of 2023 this week. The survey reveals mounting concerns from manufacturers over the onslaught of federal regulations and the threat that poses to sustaining manufacturing investment, job creation and wage growth. “Congress and the administration have taken bold steps to support […]
Read MoreFollowing unprecedented demand during the pandemic years, the home and housewares industry finds itself at a unique inflection point in 2023. Suppliers and retailers are wondering how to stay engaged with customers, how to meet their quickly changing needs and what will inspire them to buy in challenging financial times. The International Housewares Association (IHA) […]
Read MoreThe West Coast Brush Manufacturing Association is pleased to announce the highly anticipated 2023 Annual Convention. Set to take place October 1-5, this premier event will be hosted at the esteemed Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock, promising an enriching and engaging experience for all attendees. The convention aims to bring together suppliers and brush manufacturers […]
Read MoreGlobal manufacturing also remains weak with the exception of strong performance for India The ISM® US Manufacturing PMI® was reported at 46.9 percent for May, down slightly from the 47.1 percent reading in April. The figure represented a seventh consecutive month in contraction territory for US manufacturers and continued and overall downward trend that dates […]
Read MoreFollowing an announcement that the White House and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) had reached a deal to avoid default on U.S. debt, National Association of Manufacturers President and CEO Jay Timmons released the following statement: “Manufacturers congratulate President Biden, Speaker McCarthy and their negotiating teams on reaching an agreement to lift the debt limit. […]
Read MoreAs part of our 125th-anniversary celebration, Brushware is offering an article related to the history of the magazine in each edition for 2023. For our third installment in the series, we have the following interview with long-time Brushware correspondent, Phillip M. Perry.
Read MoreBrushware was offered the opportunity to meet with the MGG and MGG North America team at the 2023 ABMA Convention held in March at the Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego. The conversation covered a range of topics including the comprehensive customer service and onboarding capabilities MGG North America offers and plans to expand that […]
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