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March 16, 2022
Delivering bespoke solutions to drive revenue up and costs down
PCL has 83 years of history steeped in design and manufacturing excellence and a proven track record of producing market-leading forecourt equipment that boosts custom and profits. That’s why the biggest names in the oil business choose PCL as the tyre inflation brand they can count on to meet or develop their specific requirements.
PCL’s comprehensive and flexible portfolio of tyre inflation equipment incorporates the latest technology within attractive and user-friendly housings, designed and manufactured by an expert team in PCL’s state-of-the-art UK factory.
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March 09, 2022
Why use a Safety Coupling or Adaptor?
Coupling connections are subject to Health and Safety regulations, due to the dangers associated with hose whip. The Health & Safety Guide HSG 39 recommends that for all hoses above 10 mm bore, more than 10 m long or subject to a pressure exceeding 7 bar, the connector should have a self-venting coupling, alternatively an adaptor with a controlled venting action should be used.The use of a self-vent safety coupling ensures that pressure in the circuit is reduced to a safe level before the coupling and adaptor can be disconnected, this prevents accidental tool operation and uncontrolled whipping of the hose. Not
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March 03, 2022
PCL's new entry level airlite eco Tyre Inflator is reliable, robust and user-friendly
Pneumatics expert PCL has released an innovative, value for money inflator designed for economy and ease of use. Built to handle pressure without breaking the bank, the new economy airlite eco Tyre Inflator is a must-have, cost-effective addition to the general trade or auto enthusiast’s tool kit.It features an ergonomic design with a user-friendly thumb lever ensuring comfort over sustained use. Constructed from glass filled nylon polymer, providing natural insulation for a warm, robust feel, with fast inflation and deflation.
In addition, the airlite eco boasts the engineering knowhow of its highly respected AIRFORCE MK4 ‘big brother' which is designed for the most demanding tyre shop and garage environments. As its less powerful sibling, airlite eco does not come with a calibration certification,
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March 03, 2022
What is the difference between a 8v1 and 12v1 tyre valve connector?
There are basically two sizes of tyre valves in use; 8v1 and 12v1.
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March 01, 2022
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.
Economy airlite eco
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February 24, 2022
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.
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February 24, 2022
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
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February 22, 2022
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