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A bright future
Brightwell ’ s sustainable innovation sets a new standard in hygiene
A trusted international leader in hygiene and chemical dosing solutions , Brightwell is recognized for its exceptional quality , customer focused products , and culture . With a rich history dating back to 1947 when it was first headquartered in the UK , Brightwell maintains its family-owned heritage and has established itself as a dominant player in the industry , exporting its products to over 70 countries worldwide . The company ’ s extensive range of user-friendly chemical dilution , surface cleaning systems , and dosing solutions caters to various cleaning and hygiene environments , including commercial facilities , healthcare , schools , and leisure centers , as well as laundries and professional kitchens . With an extensive catalog of products , a strong capability and focus on in-house design , coupled with manufacturing expertise , Brightwell ’ s products are at the forefront of innovation . Managing Director , Nathan Palmer , introduces us to Brightwell ’ s history and scope of operations . “ With a heritage of over 75 years , today , Brightwell is recognized as a global industry leader in the design and manufacture of dosing systems . From humble beginnings manufacturing just soap dispensers , the company has since undergone remarkable transformations . Our main manufacturing facilities are in Newhaven in the UK , where they have grown and evolved over the decades . We expanded our presence
Nathan Palmer , Managing Director ▶ by opening subsidiaries in the US around ten years ago , followed by Germany . In 2021 , we further expanded into France and Spain , broadening our geographical footprint . In recent years , we have made substantial investments in research and development ( R & D ) and enhanced our design capabilities even further . Our most recent achievement is the establishment of our new design and production facility in Spain , dedicated to prototyping and producing pumping systems for industrial laundry multiple machine applications . Another noteworthy milestone is the separation of our dispensing and dosing businesses . The dispensing business , which includes soap and paper , is now known as Hylab . Meanwhile , the Brightwell name will continue to represent our chemical dosing and dilution business . Hylab is dedicated to hand care and paper dispensing systems and is a fusion of two well respected industry experts , Brightwell Dispensers and QTS Italy , combining over 100 years of experience in designing and manufacturing dispensing systems . The Hylab brand was launched on 1st June 2023 alongside establishing Hylab in Italy . Hylab operations in the UK will be incorporated early 2024 .
“ By creating a clear distinction between our dispensing and dosing divisions , we ensure that we provide dedicated , ambitious teams , who understand the different marketplaces and operational requirements to address the specific needs of their customers . This approach also allows us to have
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