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Glossary of Broom and Brush Fibers

Bass broom fiber

Bass: Bass is a natural grass fiber imported from Africa. Bass is very course, stiff and extremely resistant to water.

Brass wire

Brass Wire: Corrosion resistant, brass wire provides good scrubbing action and is softer than steel.

Horsehair fibers

Horsehair: Tail and mane hair imported from China, horsehair is soft and resilient. It is also resistant to acids and is non-scratching. Excellent for removing dust and light dirt from smooth surfaces.

Nylon fibers

Nylon: Nylon is a durable, synthetic fiber that is highly resistant to corrosive chemicals such as solvents, alkalis and many acids.

Palmyra fibers

Palmyra: A natural grass fiber imported from India, palmyra has good liquid resistance. It is stiffer than tampico and more economical.

Synthetic fibers

Synthetic: Man-made fibers of polystyrene, polyester and polypropylene have good acid, fungus and petroleum resistance.

PET synthetic fibers

PET Synthetic: Durable polymer with very good chemical resistance and outstanding heat resistance, twice the melt point of polypropylene.

Stainless steel wire

Stainless Steel: Stainless steel fibers are very resistant to corrosion.

Tampico fibers

Tampico: A natural, stiff fiber imported from Mexico, tampico is resistant to water, heat, acid and alkali.

   
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