The ABMA has announced the loss of Jill C. Shinners, 58, who died peacefully on July 12, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born in Holyoke in 1964 and lived in West Springfield, Massachusetts, all her life. She was a 1982 graduate of West Springfield High School and received her bachelor’s degree in […]
Read MoreThe American Brush Manufacturers Association (ABMA) has announced the room block is now open for the 107th Annual ABMA Convention to be held at the Omni Resort in picturesque Amelia Island, Florida, March 19-22, 2024. This year the convention will follow a Tuesday-Friday pattern instead of the usual Wednesday-Saturday schedule. ABMA attendees are eligible for […]
Read MoreZahn Unique Brushes announces BRISLEX, a groundbreaking synthetic bristle that revolutionizes the industry. BRISLEX offers an innovative alternative to natural bristle brushes, delivering exceptional quality and performance for artists, hobbyists, and professionals alike. Brislex features a 100% synthetic filament composition available in various profiles, diameters, and color shades, meticulously designed to replicate the look and […]
Read MoreNexstep Commercial Products, Exclusive Licensee of O-Cedar, has announced the purchase of the assets of Cedar Creek Cleaning Products in Winchester, Virginia. Cedar Creek Cleaning Products developed and manufactured cleaning tools in both the commercial and retail markets for over 65 years. Nexstep hopes to continue its founding principle; to focus on the health, comfort […]
Read MoreIt’s rare to find employees who work 25 years at the same company, especially in the volatile software industry. That’s why Global Shop Solutions, a leading provider of ERP software for manufacturers, is proud to announce the 25th anniversary of Mike Melzer, Vice President of Operations & Service. “At Global Shop Solutions headquarters, Mike is […]
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 fourth installment in the series, we have the following interview with long-time Brushware correspondent, Bob Lawrence.
Read MoreThe leading organizations representing manufacturers and millions of manufacturing workers in the United States, Mexico and Canada released the following statement on the three-year anniversary of the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA/T-MEC/CUSMA). “On this three-year anniversary, we recognize the substantial value that the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement has represented for our industry’s competitiveness, our economies and North […]
Read MoreBrushware’s 2023 July-August Annual Buyers’ Guide with Manufacturer & Supplier Index is the ultimate industry resource with details and capabilities listed for the top brush, broom and paint products manufacturers along with filament, fiber, machinery, materials and component suppliers. The issue also includes “Winning the War for Workers” from Phillip M. Perry and an interview […]
Read MorePerlon® – The Filament Company – headquartered in Munderkingen, Germany, which specializes in the manufacture of synthetic filaments for the Paper- Technical Textile – Brush- Personal- and Dental industry, buys Shaun Filaments in Goa, India. Shaun Filaments is a leading Indian producer of different types of filaments mainly for the Asian market. Perlon® herewith expands […]
Read MoreThe Mill-Rose Company held the 63rd annual Victor F. Miller Memorial Golf Tournament at Shaker Heights Country Club in Cleveland, Ohio on Thursday, June 22, 2023. Brush manufacturers and suppliers from around the world gathered for the annual event honoring The Mill-Rose Company’s past president, Victor F. Miller. The golf event serves as the culmination […]
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