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The whole package, made in Sheffield.

Over 80 years developing sophisticated pneumatic equipment. A familiar sight on forecourts, tyre shops, factories and workshops around the world.

Who we are

The “Made in Sheffield” PCL brand.

PCL is recognised as a global leader in the design and manufacture of tyre inflation and compressed air products. The brand has become synonymous with superior products backed by first class service and local technical support, wherever customers are based.

PCL joined HORNGROUP, along with the TECALEMIT brand, in 2011. Today it exports to over 100 countries through a worldwide network of agents and distributors, with manufacturing facilities in England, Germany, USA, India and China, while remaining firmly committed to its state-of-the-art production facility in Sheffield.

Comprehensive package

A continually developing portfolio to fit any industry need, with bespoke products for local markets.

Guaranteed quality

The highest quality material, tested to all applicable international standards.

Local service

Standard and bespoke products, backed by local customer service and training.

Trusted warranties

1-year warranty on all products, extended on the MK4 range and Blue Band couplings.

History

A past we are incredibly proud of.

1938

Pneumatic Components Ltd is founded in Sheffield on 25 June by Henry Turner and Thomas Brown.

1939

PCL begins to supply the Air Ministry. The Vertex Air Line Gauge, antecedent of the MK4, goes into production.

1956

The catalogue announces the Presetair, Reelair and PCL MK2 Air Meter.

2011

HORN GmbH & Co. KG (HORN TECALEMIT) acquires PCL. PCL Air Technology (Shanghai) is established.

2018

80 years of success. FireCart wins the Tyresafe Innovation, Sir Moir Lockhead Safety and Auto Trade Tyre Equipment Innovation awards.

2020

New Blue Band couplings launch and the website is developed to support partners and customers.

PCL products are sold in over 100 countries and still designed and made at the 12,000 m² Sheffield facility. Share your photos of PCL products, old or new, with @PCLairtechnology.

Quality and standards

Accreditations, approvals and safety.

Quality accreditation, product approvals, safety standards, health and environment, corporate governance and our EU authorised representative are all documented on the PCL site.

Want to find out more?

Meet the team, visit the works or become a dealer.