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Top 10 Tools to Gift DIY Enthusiasts this Christmas

If you’re looking for Christmas gift ideas for a DIY enthusiast, look no further than PCL. We can equip you with the best option to suit the job in hand. From air tools to tyre inflators, this guide provides the top 10 gift ideas for DIY enthusiast to suit a range of budgets, hobbies and levels of expertise.

1.  airlite eco Tyre Inflator

The perfect gift for the home garage, airlite eco is a great option for those who already have a compressor. Designed for ease and comfort of use, at a price that won’t break the bank, this handheld

Document Number OBNPCL2402 – 31 October 2024

This is the official notification that Pneumatic Components Ltd is discontinuing its APM300 1/2" Mini Air Ratchet. This notification provides information on the affected items, the important dates and the end-of-life purchase information.

Part Numbers to be discontinued:
APM300  1/2" Mini Air Ratchet

Alternative Part Numbers:
APM100  1/4" Mini Air Ratchet
APM200  3/8" Mini Air Ratchet

APP312  1/2" PRESTIGE Impact Ratchet
APT330

How to use the airlite eco Tyre Inflator

Maintaining the right tyre pressure is essential for safety and performance, and the airlite eco Tyre Inflator makes the job simple and cost-effective. As the more budget-friendly, lightweight sibling of the premium AIRFORCE MK4 Tyre Inflator, it’s designed for less demanding environments or occasional use. With its durable glass-filled nylon polymer construction, it’s a perfect choice for both general trade and DIY enthusiasts.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through how to use the airlite eco Tyre Inflator, helping you get the most out of this reliable and cost-effective tool.

Industrial supplies company rolls out high quality compressed air products

Thomas Graham, the UK’s leading one stop shop for industrial supplies, has chosen PCL as one of its main brands.

With four branches - Carlise HQ, Morecambe, Kendal and Egremont – and five divisions - industrial, hygiene, workwear and PPE, welding and steel – Thomas Graham is known for its diligent sourcing, stock and delivery of high quality products.

PCL is therefore proud to be part of the company’s portfolio, supplying a carefully selected range of compressed air products - from safety blowguns, air drills and ratchets, to impacts wrenches, air hoses and couplings - predominately for professional fabrication and engineering workshops.

POS merchandise stands have been installed in Carlisle and Morecambe; and PCL Area

Remote tyre inflation and data reporting at your fingertips as showcased at Automechanika Frankfurt

Ever since its initial launch, the robust and reliable ACCURA QUBE has had the market boxed off for fast and accurate inflation where space is limited.

A firm favourite in workshops, tyreshops and garages all over the world, it gained further popularity when it was upgraded to the ACCURA QUBE Series II, incorporating digital technology for Air and Nitrogen inflation.

Now, this compact unit packs an even more powerful punch when it comes to safety benefits with the release of a new Bluetooth enabled model with the dedicated Workshop Connect App.

Designed to keep the user out of harm’s way, the Bluetooth

Lancashire-based hydraulics specialist becomes distributor of world-leading pneumatic products

The Preston franchise of hydraulic hose giant Pirtek has joined forces with pneumatics expert PCL as a local distributor of its market-leading tyre inflation and compressed air products.

Pirtek Preston, based at Walton Summit, prides itself on providing a swift and convenient air and hydraulics service across Lancashire. The Preston depot has five mobile technicians on the road covering breakdowns 24/7/365.

The company operates a fully stocked trade counter for applications in agriculture, automotive, construction and plant hire and manufacturing.

In order to maintain its reputation for operational excellence, Pirtek Preston requires the best solutions available, therefore Sales Director John Osborne has partnered global brand PCL to supply a portfolio of products, including tyre inflators, couplings,

Alex Bailey to lead results-focused strategy for success

PCL’s new Marketing Campaign Executive Alex Bailey is gearing up to lead the marketing strategy for the company’s innovative Partner+ Programme. 

The initiative, aimed at growing the brand’s market share by supporting distributors to flourish, has steadily gained momentum since its introduction in 2019. Created for distributors who take a broad range of PCL’s cutting-edge products, it enables them to develop and sustain long-term, rather than just transactional sales to their own customer base. 

Alex brings expertise in partner relationship management from her previous role within the manufacturing industry, therefore she is well-equipped to build strong connections with PCL’s key partners; providing the tools they need for impactful marketing

Introducing the Bluetooth enabled ACCURA QUBE Tyre Inflator

10^th - 14^th September 2024, Messe Frankfurt

Tyre inflation expert PCL is looking SMART for Automechanika Frankfurt 2024, with its new Bluetooth enabled ACCURA QUBE to be showcased in Hall 8, stand J73. 

Exhibiting alongside TECALEMIT, PCL is inviting visitors to see this innovative SMART unit in action. Coupled with the PCL Workshop Connect App for remote inflation and reporting, it allows operators to build a database of inflation data through the app’s reporting mechanism, with each inflation recorded and downloaded as a PDF and CSV file.  

Featuring all the benefits of the standard ACCURA