PurposeBuilt Brands

PurposeBuilt Brands is a global leader in specialty cleaning products, serving both consumer and commercial markets. Founded in 1963 by Elaine Weiman Laughman, the company began as the Herbert Stanley Company in Skokie, Illinois, focusing on furniture cream. Over the decades, the company expanded its product lines and facilities, rebranding as Weiman in 2005 and later as PurposeBuilt Brands in 2020 to reflect its mission-driven approach.\n\nPurposeBuilt Brands operates from its headquarters in Gurnee, Illinois, with additional facilities in Somers, Wisconsin, and Manchester, Tennessee. The company employs over 400 people and maintains a global presence, with sales in 72 countries. Its facilities are equipped with advanced production capabilities, including powder blending, tablet pressing, and LEED-certified warehousing.\n\nThe company’s portfolio includes 12 leading brands such as Weiman, Green Gobbler, Goo Gone, and Urnex. These brands cater to a wide range of cleaning needs, from household surfaces to commercial coffee equipment. PurposeBuilt Brands is committed to sustainability, offering plant-based and environmentally friendly products like Biokleen and Green Gobbler.\n\nPurposeBuilt Brands is recognized for its innovation and customer-centric approach, providing high-performing products that are safe for people, pets, and the planet. Its products are trusted by millions of households, healthcare facilities, and industries worldwide.