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What is a linear inflator?

Whether you choose a linear, dial or digital style handheld inflator is down to your personal requirements in terms of performance and style.

PCL’s linear tyre inflators display a pressure reading on a horizontal scale, with the indicator position determined by the contraction of a carefully calibrated and sensitive spring delivered by the pressure in a tyre or other vessel.

What is the difference between Airflow and Vertex Couplings?

PCL’s Airflow and Vertex Couplings have many similarities; both feature the distinctive blue silicone band with a steel construction and corrosive resistant, both have the same specifications and are compatible with PCL's Standard Adaptors, however the main difference between the Airflow and Vertex is the application they are used for.

Document Number OBNPCL2205 – 24 February 2022

This is the official notification that Pneumatic Components Ltd is discontinuing its HRA2T Hose Reel. This notification provides information on the affected items, the important dates and the end-of-life purchase information.

Part Numbers to be discontinued:

HRA2T           Bench Top Hose Reel 9m of 8mm (5/16) i/d Hose, Rp 1/4 Inlet, R 1/4 Outlet

Alternative Part Numbers:

HRA2X          Bench Top Hose Reel, Air Hose, 8m of 8mm i/d Hose

Product Sales Obsolete Date:

Discontinued with immediate effect

Tyre inflation and self-service equipment that delivers and drives revenue

PCL is the leader in tyre inflation and self-service equipment for petrol forecourts and wash centres, with significant experience in meeting the requirements of both the self-service and manned markets around the world.

At 83 years old, PCL has a history steeped in design and manufacturing excellence, and a proven track record of producing market-leading forecourt equipment that boosts custom and profits.

Supplying complete units and OE components to machine builders around the world, PCL offers bespoke solutions as well as OEM kits for global forecourt service and equipment providers to incorporate PCL’s proprietary systems and software into their own cabinets and housing designs.

PCL develops the most sophisticated and comprehensive range of tyre inflation and self-service equipment for petrol filling stations

Document Number OBNPCL2204 – 21 February 2022

This is the official notification that Pneumatic Components Ltd is discontinuing some Hose Reel models. This notification provides information on the affected items, the important dates and the end-of-life purchase information.

Part Numbers to be discontinued:

HRA2W         Bench Top Hose Reel, Air Hose, 10m of 6mm i/d Hose
HRA3K01      Workshop Pro Hose Reel, Air Hose, 10m of 8mm i/d Hose

Alternative Part Numbers:

HRA2X          Bench Top Hose Reel, Air Hose, 8m of 8mm i/d Hose
HRA3L02       Workshop Pro

PCL Sales Director to Retire after 17 Years of Success

PCL Sales Director, Simon Shorter has relinquished his role in charge of End User and OEM sales at PCL to spend more time with his family as he looks forward to celebrating his 60^th birthday.

Simon joined PCL in 2005 after gaining an MBA at Manchester Business School and following seven years working in city finance and undertaking senior sales and marketing roles at various companies.  His extensive expertise and experience have enabled him to achieve substantial growth in sales and profitability for the Sheffield-based company, with significant expansion on the international marketplace for PCL’s world-leading products, setting up operations in China, India and the US among others. As a result, PCL is now an established worldwide brand with an enviable reputation as a leading global supplier of high quality, reliable and

The AM90 increases tyre life whilst driving maintenance costs down

PCL’s self-contained mobile cart offers a cost-effective solution to tyre inflation where fast and easy access to compressed air is required in multiple locations.

Designed to inflate tyres on cars, vans and commercial vehicles up to 145psi, the slimline, battery-operated forecourt-style tower with built-in compressor is completely mobile. There is no need for air, power or a compressor on site, everything needed is integrated into the cart, which can be moved quickly and conveniently on castors around sites and in between vehicles.

For operators who don’t have access to compressed air or tyre inflators, the AM90 provides safe, flexible and efficient inflation, removing costly call out fees to top up tyres. Plus the use of a high power, rechargeable 12v or 24v battery means no trailing wires or air source hoses, and provides

Document Number OBNPCL2203 – 15 February 2022

This is the official notification that Pneumatic Components Ltd is discontinuing old style pcb’s that are used on PCL’s range of electronic tyre inflation. This notification provides information on the affected items, the important dates and the end-of-life purchase information.

Part Numbers to be discontinued: