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As of January 1st, 2021, Joerg F. Mayer has been appointed as the new Managing Director at HORNGROUP Holding.

Together with Torsten H. Kutschinski, who has been successfully leading the group for more than 10 years, Mr Mayer will lead the company and focus on sales/marketing, product development and intercompany business. In the future, Mr Mayer will take sole responsibility for the management of the group. 

Over recent years, Mr. Mayer has been managing medium-sized engineering companies as well as a production facility in China for 6 years. He earned his Executive MBA from ESCP in Paris.

PCL adds to advanced Air Connector Portfolio with new CH3 Swivel Clip-on Connector range

Patented design provides comfort and versatility with a vice-like grip

PCL continues to bring its connector range into the 21^st century with the release of the CH3A01 Twin Swivel Clip-on Tyre Valve Connector and CH3A02 Single Swivel Clip-on Tyre Valve Connector. The two new models complement the recently launched CH2 air connectors, which have received excellent feedback since their launch last year, and run alongside the popular CO3 range.

PCL appoints new Area Sales Manager

Steve Nolan to explore new avenues for PCL and its partners in the South

PCL has welcomed a new Area Sales Manager for the South of England to its team. Steve Nolan brings extensive experience within the motor industry to his new role, having worked on key automotive accounts dealing with distributors and end users, and covering national trade shows and conferences.

His territory stretches from the M4 down, with the entire region under his management following a restructure of PCL’s sales operation. Steve, who is based in Somerset, is excited about the prospects. He said: “It’s a huge area to cover with so much potential. There is nothing in particular on the product range that I haven’t already come across and used. I’m looking forward to understanding what the opportunities are and developing what

Document Number OBNPCL2009 – 26 October 2020

This is the official notification that Pneumatic Components Ltd is discontinuing the Multi Task Safety Gloves. This notification provides information on the affected items, the important dates and the end-of-life purchase information.

Part Numbers to be discontinued:
MTG311 Size 11 Multi Task Safety Gloves 3 Open Fingers
MTG510 Size 10 Multi Task Safety Gloves
MTG511 Size 11 Multi Task Safety Gloves

Alternative Part Numbers:
None

Product Sales Obsolete Date:

Immediate effect from 26 October 2020.

Document Number OBNPCL2008 – 16 October 2020

This is the official notification that Pneumatic Components Ltd is discontinuing the Economy Hose Reel 15m of 10mm (3/8) i/d Hose. This notification provides information on the affected items, the important dates and the end-of-life purchase information.

Part Numbers to be discontinued:
HRA1B03 - Economy Hose Reel 15m of 10mm (3/8) i/d Hose

Alternative Part Numbers:
HRA3L02 - Workshop Pro Hose Reel 15m of 10mm ID hose with R 1/4 end fitting

Reason:
Superseded by the Workshop Pro Hose Reel

Product Sales Obsolete Date:

Immediate effect from 16 October 2020.

Document Number OBNPCL2007 – 30 September 2020

This is the official notification that Pneumatic Components Ltd is discontinuing the 8 Piece Mini Tool Kit. This notification provides information on the affected items, the important dates and the end-of-life purchase information.

Part Numbers to be discontinued:

APT910         8 Piece Mini Tool Kit

Alternative Part Numbers:

None

Reason:

Issues with supply.

Product Sales Obsolete Date:

Immediate effect from September 2020.

New 2020 catalogue set to become the industry bible for tyre inflation & compressed air products

PCL is excited to announce the release of its biggest and best product catalogue yet. Featuring an easy-to-read breakdown of the Sheffield-based company’s world-leading product range, the newly designed catalogue includes “How to” sections, providing ends users with guides to finding the right equipment and using it safely and effectively.

It includes segments on couplings & adaptors, hoses and fittings, tyre inflation equipment, nitrogen equipment, workshop equipment and air tools; all listing the features and benefits of old favourites as well as ground-breaking new products and ranges. These are clearly set out and illustrated with images and diagrams, interspersed with additional text explaining how and why to select the best matched product for individual applications.

In short,

Document Number OBNPCL2006 – August 2020

This is the official notification that Pneumatic Components Ltd is discontinuing the AWG03 Air and Water Gun. This notification provides information on the affected items, the important dates and the end-of-life purchase information.

Part Numbers to be discontinued:
AWG03         Air and Water Gun

Alternative Part Numbers:
None

Reason:
The product is no longer available from the supplier.

Product Sales Obsolete Date:

Immediate effect from August 2020.