Glossary

Deutsch: Bürste / Español: Brocha (instrumento) / Português: Escova
A brush is a tool with bristles, wire or other filaments, used for cleaning, grooming hair, make up, painting, surface finishing and for many other purposes. It is one of the most basic and versatile tools known to mankind, and the average household may contain several dozen varieties. It generally consists of a handle or block to which filaments are affixed either parallel- or perpendicular-wise, depending on the way the brush is to be gripped during use. The material of both the block and bristles or filaments is chosen to withstand hazards of its application, such as corrosive chemicals, heat or abrasion.

In the industrial, industry context, a "brush" is a device made of bristles or wires that is used to clean, polish, or apply a substance to a surface. Brushes can be used for various industrial applications and can be found in a wide range of sizes and shapes. Some examples of brushes in the industrial, industry context include:

• Cleaning brushes: used for cleaning various surfaces such as machinery parts, conveyor belts, and floors.

• Polishing brushes: used for polishing metal, plastic, or other surfaces to produce a smooth finish.

• Painting brushes: used to apply paint or other coatings to surfaces such as walls, machines, or vehicles.

• Filament brushes: used to apply oil or grease to machinery or to clean metal parts.

• Industrial scrub brushes: used to clean floors or other large surfaces in factories and warehouses.

• Wire brushes: used for cleaning metal surfaces or removing rust.

• Conveyor belt brushes: used to clean and maintain conveyor belts in food processing or manufacturing plants.