Industry News - Brushware

Collaborative Vertical Integration with Hyperscale Manufacturers

By Lisa Anderson As manufacturers must scale rapidly to meet increasing needs across the spectrum, hyperscale manufacturing is becoming a competitive differentiator. Companies are expanding domestic production as geopolitical risks force greater control, tax and deregulation benefits roll out, tariffs stabilize and incentivize investments in manufacturing and artificial intelligence-driven demand is forcing industrialization at speed. […]

Interclean Amsterdam Announces Amsterdam Innovation Award 2026 Winners

Interclean Amsterdam 2026 opened today at RAI Amsterdam, placing innovation and industry progress firmly in the spotlight. The first day featured the Amsterdam Innovation Award ceremony, recognising industry innovations shaping the future of cleaning and hygiene. Hosted by Pernille La Lau, the dynamic opening programme combined insight and celebration, with a keynote from Olympic and […]

NHS Concept to Commerce Makes a Strong Debut, Driving Innovation and Growth

Accelerate Product Sourcing, Private Label, and Manufacturing at NHS Concept to Commerce – Mark Your Calendar for March 2027 The retail industry reached a pivotal milestone last week with the successful debut of NHS Concept to Commerce. Evolving from its 80-year show success roots as the National Hardware Show, this reimagined NHS Concept to Commerce […]

ABMA Encourages Investment in Emerging Leaders Through 2026 FEIBP Congress

Program offers funding support and global exposure for next-generation industry talent The American Brush Manufacturers Association is encouraging member companies to invest in the next generation of leadership by participating in the upcoming FEIBP Congress 2026, scheduled for September 22–24, 2026, in Lyon, France. The initiative follows remarks delivered at the association’s recent Annual Convention, […]

U.S. Manufacturing Hits Four-Year High as Cost Pressures Surge

Expansion spreads globally, but inflationary pressure and geopolitical risk keep the recovery uneven. U.S. manufacturing activity expanded at its fastest pace in nearly four years in March, with the ISM Manufacturing PMI rising to 52.7 percent. That figure represented the highest reading since August 2022 and a modest increase from February’s 52.4 percent. Gains were […]

ZAHORANSKY Wins 2026 ABMA Innovation Excellence Award

Convention in Puerto Rico highlights global collaboration, leadership development and a steady push toward industry growth The 2026 ABMA Convention delivered a clear message: innovation remains a defining force in the brush manufacturing industry. That message culminated with the announcement of the William A. Cordes Innovation Excellence Award, where Zahoransky was named this year’s winner […]

The Inspired Home Show 2026 Gathers Home & Housewares Industry To Move Business Forward

Participants take advantage of top-level connections, products, trends and new insights Moving business forward was a major theme at The Inspired Home Show 2026, as home and housewares buyers and sellers from around the world gathered to discover new products, explore new trends and make invaluable connections with top decision-makers.

ABMA Keynote Speaker Donald Cooper: Creating Your High-Performance Culture

The ABMA’s 109th Annual Convention brings together manufacturers and suppliers for three days of education, strategic planning and relationship-building at a pivotal time for the industry. The 2026 keynote speaker, Donald Cooper, a business coach and former manufacturer, brings what he calls a 90-minute “straight talk” session titled Creating Your High-Performance Culture. His thesis is […]

ZAHORANSKY, Wooster Up for the 2026 ABMA William A. Cordes Innovation Excellence Award

Winners to Be Announced at 109th ABMA Convention in Puerto Rico Voting is open for the ABMA William A. Cordes Innovation Excellence Award, with one week remaining for industry professionals to cast their vote. The winner will be announced during the Opening Meeting of the 109th ABMA Convention on March 25, 2026. The award recognizes […]

2026 ABMA Convention: Building Competitive Strength Through Strategic Connection

The American Brush Manufacturers Association (ABMA) will convene its 109th Annual Convention March 24-27, 2026, at the Hyatt Regency Grand Reserve Puerto Rico in Rio Grande, Puerto Rico. For U.S. citizens, no passport is required, but the perspective shift may feel international. Set against Caribbean waters and just 30 minutes from Luis Muñoz Marín International […]