Gordon Brush Acquires Kinetronics, Expanding Specialised Brush Portfolio
CITY OF INDUSTRY, California | 29 October 2026 — Gordon Brush Mfg. Co., Inc. has acquired the assets of Kinetronics Corp., bringing a specialist manufacturer known for its anti-static brushes, cloths and film-cleaning products into its portfolio.
Founded in 1973 to serve the audio-visual and photographic industries, Kinetronics has developed an international presence in specialised applications involving static control and digital imaging. Its products also serve the cinema market, where controlling static buildup can be important for equipment and film-related applications.
The acquisition adds Kinetronics’ specialist product range to Gordon Brush’s established manufacturing portfolio. According to the announcement, the transaction is expected to strengthen Gordon Brush’s scale, product range and geographic reach, while supporting future investment and growth.
Kinetronics sees opportunities under new ownership
Mike Murdock, President of Kinetronics, shared:
We believe Gordon Brush is the perfect partner to take Kinetronics to the next level, and flourish under new ownership. I am confident that this transition will bring new opportunities for success while reinforcing Kinetronics leadership in the markets it serves. confidence that Gordon Brush would provide the right platform for the business to develop further under new ownership.
The announcement also highlights the complementary nature of the two companies’ portfolios, bringing together Gordon Brush’s broad range of standard and custom brushes with Kinetronics’ focus on anti-static products and specialised cleaning applications.
Gordon Brush’s 18th acquisition
For Gordon Brush, the transaction marks its 18th acquisition. Ken Rakusin, President of Gordon Brush, stated:
This is our 18th acquisition and the addition of Kinetronics strengthens and complements our already impressive portfolio of companies, including Marx Brush, Milwaukee Dustless Brush, JEK, Redtree Industries, Brush Supply, StaticFaction, J. B. Ward, Kirschner Brush, Easy Reach Supply, Spectrum Paint Applicators, Parker Brush, Justman Brush, Michigan Brush, and Dorden Squeegees, Mr. LongArm and Custom Brush Co. This acquisition significantly boosts our scale, product range, and geographic reach, creating synergies that position us for continued growth and future investments in both new and existing markets. As the demand for American-made products grows, we are proud to lead the way.
Established in 1951, Gordon Brush Mfg. Co., Inc. is an American manufacturer of brooms and brushes. The company reports that it produces more than 19,000 standard and custom brush products and operates manufacturing facilities in the City of Industry, California, as well as Hattiesburg, Mississippi; Omaha, Nebraska; and Greenwood, Missouri.
The addition of Kinetronics further broadens Gordon Brush’s portfolio with products serving specialised anti-static and film-cleaning requirements.
What the acquisition means for the brush industry
The acquisition highlights the role of specialised applications and portfolio expansion in the brush manufacturing sector. Products designed for static control, photographic equipment and other technical applications occupy distinct niches within the wider brush industry.
For manufacturers and suppliers, developments such as this are worth watching as established companies expand their product portfolios and strengthen their positions across different application markets.
Source: Gordon Brush Mfg. Co., Inc. / American Brush Manufacturers Association (ABMA), 29 October 2026.
