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 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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Kinsey Promoted to Manufacturing Manager at Abtex

As a result of the recent consolidation of operations between the Systems Design and Consumables segments of Abtex LLC’s business, Joshua Kinsey has been promoted to the newly created position of Manufacturing Manager. In this role, he will be responsible for overseeing the daily operations of all Abtex manufacturing.

Kinsey began his career at Abtex as a participant in the company’s successful internship program in 2016. While attending Alfred University, he continued to work for Abtex and graduated with a degree in Mechanical Engineering in 2018.

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Brushware Inflation Series: Brush Industry Impact Part I

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Manufacturer Perspective: Industry Leaders On The Impact of Inflation and Supply Chain Challenges

By Bob Lawrence

With the days dwindling down toward the new year amid the highest worldwide inflation rates in decades, and with the likes of Steve Forbes and Elon Musk predicting a recession, Brushware sought input from European and North American manufacturers, suppliers and machinery companies to learn how they are dealing with inflation, its impact, root causes and opinions on solutions to curtail it.

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Malish: Flex Scrub Bristled Floor Pad is a Game Changer

The Malish Corporation announced the launch of the Flex Scrub™ Bristled Floor Pad and says the product represents the most innovative floor-cleaning technology since the advent of pads over 70 years ago. This groundbreaking product, developed by The Malish Corporation, blends the easy installation of a traditional floor pad with the robust cleaning power of a brush. Flex Scrub™ bristles reach in to lift dirt from highs-lows and textures, dramatically boosting floor cleanliness, making it the ultimate bristled pad.

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Malish Corporation Aquires Abtex

The Malish Corporation, based in Mentor, Ohio, acquired the assets of Abtex Corporation of Dresden, N.Y., on December 6, 2019. In a letter to customers and suppliers announcing the acquisition, Malish President and CEO, Jeff Malish says the acquisition of Abtex Corporation will further diversify The Malish Corporation’s product offering. The talent and resources provided by the acquisition will enhance the Malish Corporation’s and Abtex’s ability to provide the highest quality products and services to its’ customers.

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