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Wisdom Comes with Experience

Look, brand-spanking new automation is great…But, we’ve got to admit watching third-generation SanMac brushmaker Jody Sawyer brainstorming with our 2024 class of TWIST students about expanding capabilities through proprietary technology and redesigning some of our older equipment is beyond cool…It’s smart business.

Making it in Massachusetts

Sanderson MacLeod was honored with the 2024 Making It in Massachusetts Manufacturing Award! Their passion for twisted wire brush manufacturing since 1920 showcases their commitment to excellence. We are proud to celebrate their incredible contributions!

100 Years of Legacy 

For over a century, Palmer, Massachusetts has been home to one of the world’s most trusted sources of specialty brushes. The techniques, talent, and craftsmanship found in the surrounding foothills have played a significant role in establishing the town as a global leader in brush manufacturing.

Over the years, the product line has expanded and adapted to meet new markets, shifting trends, and innovative applications. Today, operating as Sanderson MacLeod, the company carries on the legacy of both Better Brushes Inc. and Specialty Brush Products.

A virtual visit to the company’s “Brush Museum”—filled with antique artifacts and past products sourced from eBay and local pawn shops—offers a glimpse into the history of unique items that once graced our product catalog. While Sanderson MacLeod now specializes exclusively in Twisted-Wire Brush technology, it’s intriguing to look back at the products that have become part of its rich history throughout the past century.

Take a peak through time and see what over 100 years of legacy looks like…