Brushware’s Top 15 Article’s For 2023

As 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 and that activity captured the attention of readers. Additionally, there always seems to be an interest in new products, so it was not surprising to see articles on new product innovations in the top 15 as well. Please enjoy Brushware’s recap of the top industry news articles from 2023:

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2023 Brushware May-June Synthetic Filaments Issue

 

Brushware’s 2023 May-June Issue with 2023 ABMA Convention coverage and an update from industry leaders on the synthetic filaments market is now available in digital format. In addition, this issue offers an in-depth interview with the MGG North America team on their expanding service capabilities and vision for the industry. You’ll also see all of the products nominated for the ABMA Innovation Award along with an interview with veteran Brushware correspondent Phillip M. Perry in our continuing series celebrating our 125-year anniversary. The magazine can also be downloaded as a PDF from the upper left corner of the viewer.

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2023 ABMA Convention Highlighted By Four Innovation Nominees

Chris Monahan of Brush Fibers addresses the Convention in Wednesday’s Opening Session

Packed Agenda for the 2023 Convention

The 106th Annual Convention of the ABMA took place last week at the prestigious Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego, California. The event, which was attended by a total of 183 participants, offered three-plus days of productive meetings, informative sessions and engaging events. The week’s activities culminated with the popular Friday morning Face 2 Face session, which was extended this year to provide attendees ample time to connect and network. The Face 2 Face meeting format again received high praise from both attendees and exhibitors, who appreciate the opportunity to conduct focused meetings without interruption.

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2023 ABMA Convention Preview: Leadership Matters

The American Brush Manufacturers Association (ABMA) will hold its 106th Annual Convention, March 22-25, 2023, at the Hotel Del Coronado in San Diego, California. The event promises to be a dynamic gathering of brush industry leaders, providing an opportunity for attendees to meet, network, learn and grow their businesses.

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ABMA 2023: Tips To Maximize Your Convention

Attending a convention can be a valuable experience for anyone looking to expand their professional network, learn about the latest industry trends or simply connect with like-minded colleagues in the industry. With the added feature of Face 2 Face scheduled meetings, you can ensure that you make the most out of your time at the event. Here are some tips to help you maximize your time and make the most of your convention experience.

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2023 Brushware March-April ABMA Preview Issue

 

Get ready for the 106th edition of the ABMA Convention with Brushware’s 2023 March-April Convention Preview issue, now available in digital format. Coverage includes all the details on the program, plus a guide to San Diego’s Coronado Island and tips to maximize your convention. In addition, you’ll find a profile on Montipower’s Managing Director Frits Doddema, and in our continuing 125th Brushware Anniversary Interview Series, we check in with Carl Wurzer, owner of Brushware from 1976-1999. Lisa Anderson’s column gives the scoop on e-Commerce for B2B. Plus, we have the final 2022 US Import Export data with five-year total value trend charts. The magazine can also be downloaded as a PDF from the upper left corner of the viewer.

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Brushware’s Most Read Web Articles for 2022

Faux Kolinsky® by Dynasty® from FM Brush was one of the many watercolor brush lines presented in the Best Watercolor Brushes of 2022 article

In a year full of ups and downs for the brush industry, it was a little surprising to see that the “Best Watercolor Brushes for 2022” post was the most popular on our website, but that just goes to show how important brush products are to consumers worldwide. While the controversy surrounding Interbrush certainly brought more readers to the site, it’s great to see that many positive articles were also highly ranked by our readers. Thank you to all of our loyal readers for your continued support in 2022! We are happy to report that we continue to see remarkable growth in readership for our website, e-newsletter and digital magazine. That is all made possible by the dedication and loyalty from the overall brush industry community. To celebrate the continued momentum, please enjoy our top-performing news articles from www.brushwaremag.com for 2022.

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