PCL Product Advice

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

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.

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.

How to set up a mobile tyre fitting business

According to the British Tyre Manufacturers’ Association (BTMA), around 50 million new tyres are supplied in the UK each year for use on cars, vans, trucks and buses, with tyre shops reporting a rise in demand for mobile tyre fitting services during the pandemic.

If you’re thinking of setting up a tyre fitting business, once you have the right vehicle, your main investment will be the equipment, and that’s where PCL can help. As the global leader in the design and manufacture of the most advanced and comprehensive portfolio of tyre inflation and compressed air products on the market, we can advise on the best and most cost-effective equipment used in tyre fitting at a customer’s home or business.

Who to target for mobile tyre fitting

But first, you will need to decide who your customers will

Why Nitrogen? High purity nitrogen has been used for decades in Nascar, Formula One, the Tour de France, the US Military, and many other applications where safety, speed and economy are vital. Using nitrogen as an alternative to air provides enhanced handling, improved fuel efficiency, extended tyre life, and most importantly, increased safety for all car users.

Checking tyre pressure doesn’t take long, all you need is an accurate gauge and a few minutes each month and before long journeys. Here's a quick guide on how to check your tyre pressure.