The Association of German Brush Producers (VDPB) will hold its General Meeting this week from May 7-8, 2026, in Herborn, Germany. The event will feature an industry tour, association meetings and a keynote presentation focused on global geopolitical developments. The event will begin on May 7 with a visit to Roth Composite Machinery in Dautphetal-Buchenau. […]
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By Alice Castle, Brush Expert Ltd | Photos by Brush Expert Ltd The annual reports on the state of the markets with reference to the following raw materials were shared with the delegation. Each report examined the availability and pricing of the various commodities used widely in brush manufacturing.
Read MoreAs 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 […]
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A new press release from FEIBP President Alessandro Acquaderni provides an update on progress for the 2024 World Brush Expo to be held May 22-24 in Bologna, Italy. “I am thrilled to share the latest developments regarding the much-anticipated World Brush Expo 2024. This event is not just a gathering; it’s a testament to the […]
Read MoreThe 63rd FEIBP Congress, held in Belfast, Northern Ireland, in September brought together experts from the brush industry to discuss and provide updates on market conditions around brushware materials. Here is a summary of the challenges and opportunities in the market that were presented by four industry leaders in Europe.
Read MoreAt the 63rd FEIBP congress, held two weeks ago in Belfast, Andrew McIlroy (Germany, Perlon) stepped down as FEIBP President after having served for three years. The newly elected president is Alessandro Acquaderni the CEO of SIT Brush in Italy. Acquaderni’s father Andrea also previously served as FEIBP president. Acquaderni says he is honored to […]
Read MoreBy Bob Lawrence The global synthetic fiber market in which the synthetic brush filament industry is a small but growing segment is projected to increase by a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 6.9% during the next five years, according to a Facts and Factors market research study. The India-based firm says the projected value […]
Read MoreThe American Brush Manufacturers Association (ABMA), the European Brushware Federation (FEIBP) and Bolognafiere spa are excited to officially announce the launch of the new show for the brush industry: World Brush Expo, which will take place May 22-24, 2024 at Bolognafiere, Bologna, Italy. Greg Miller, ABMA President says, “I am very excited to see a […]
Read MoreThe American Brush Manufacturers Association (ABMA) and the European Brushware Federation (FEIBP) are excited to announce the creation of a new show for the industry: World Brush Expo, which will take place May 22-24, 2024, at the Bologna Exhibition Centre in Bologna, Italy.
Read MoreBrush Supplier Perspective: Industry Leaders On The Impact of Inflation and Supply Chain Challenges By Bob Lawrence Part II in the Brushware Inflation Series covers the impact on the industry from the supplier perspective. The supplier panel includes Andrew McIlroy-Perlon/Hahl, David Kalisz-MFC, Dave Magner-Deco Products and Sofia Teles-Filkemp.
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