July 27th 2024 - Theft of more than 5 tons of tungsten carbide

Unfortunately despite various installed security measures we have recently become victim of a planned heist. Several tons of tungsten carbide rods have been stolen.
Latest investigations point to an organised gang specialized in sourcing tungsten carbide. Some business partners have already been affected, too. We sincerely recommend checking your security and insurance concepts to be up to date.
Due to this incident some carbide rod dimensions may currently not be available from stock in sufficient quantities. We are working hard to fill these gaps as quickly as possible.

May 14th 2024 - GrindingHub - International trade fair for gringding technology

Now for the second time GrindingHub in Stuttgart is welcoming international guests to explore the world of grinding technology. The amount of registrations point to an already established event. We are looking forward to many interesting discussions. Let us invite you to visit our booth no. E37 in Hall 10.

PCG-booth at GrindingHub Stuttgart (3D-draft)

December 22nd 2023 - Families instead of give-aways

We wish all families who do not enjoy the blessings of healthy children a merry Christmas! Hopefully our donation can contribute a little bit in dealing with this challenge.

September 14th 2023 - Cardboard recycling

Although it is just a small extension of our equipment it is nonetheless sustainable. With our new cardboard shredder we create perfect filling material for our shipping department from waste. By doing so we are able to replace most of the plastic filling chips we have used so far.

March 24th 2023 - Strrrrrike!

After a long Corona induced break it has been about time to once more determine our corporate champion in the german version of bowling (skittles). Denise secured the trophy after several rounds of targeting at the pins. 

September 29th 2022 - Installation of new cylindrical grinding machine on site

September 22nd 2022 - Acceptance testing of new cylindrical grinding machine

Finally! Our new grinding machine has been assembled to production ready status. First test samples are machined at the manufacturing site in Ulm to check the production capabilites. Two to three weeks of patience are still required before commissioning takes place at our facility in Schwallungen. From then we will be able to offer a large spectrum of preforms within shortest lead times.

 Andreas Gössl (Production Manager PCG) / Benjamin Kast (Technician Ulmer Werkzeugschleiftechnik)

August 20th 2022 - summer happening

Fine weather could be enjoyed in abundance this year, also at our yearly summer happening. So we have chosen some cool drinks to go along well on a sunny afternoon. Concerning activity we checked on the skills in handling bow and arrow to nominate the company's top archer. 

July 1st 2022 - Welcome on board, Andreas Gössl 

Andreas Gössl joined our team as responsible manager for operations and logistics. We are excited to see him tackle projects like our investment in a new cylindrical grinding machine.

June 26th 2022 - Architecture day

Each year the chamber of architecture in the German state of Thuringia organises an event presenting several accomplished buildings featuring special designs to the public. We took the opportunity to invite any interested folk to have a closer look at our new workplace. Robert Ilgen, the architect who has overseen the development of the building, was available to answer questions regarding details. 

May 17th 2022 - GrindingHub: International Trade Fair for Grinding Technology

The first ever GrindingHub exhibition has taken place in Stuttgart. With an already exhausted exhibition budget we have been present with a rather small booth only. Nonetheless quality matters. Many interesting conversations underlined this approach. Thank you.

Rüdiger Schuy (sales southern Germany)

May 01st 2022 - Moving office

After almost 2 years of construction we have finally moved office to our new premises within the same industrial park. Step by step the whole company has been relocated in April without major interruptions to operations. The architecture of our new building is founded on the requirements and internal processes of our business. Providing excellent working conditions shall enable us to tackle the daily challenges of the market.

PCG office, view from south-east

March 15th 2022 - GrindTec: International Trade Fair for Grinding Technology

After cancellation of the event in 2020 it was about time for GrindTec to open the gates again from 15th to 18th of March in Augsburg. Despite several interesting conversations only few visitors have made their way to attend. It remains to be seen whether the exhibition continues to exist in the long run considering the newly launched GrindingHub targeting the same audience.

PCG-booth GrindTec 2022

December 21st 2021 - A different Christmas Party ...

Two years of restrictions due to the corona pandemic and no end in sight. It appears already odd to have many people sitting at a table in one room celebrating the upcoming Christmas festivities. In times like these you have to be flexible. So we decided to utilise our rooftop for a gathering. The regional trademark Bratwurst (sausage) must not be missed. Some hot wine helps to ignore freezing point temperatures. The weather played its part by sending some rays of sunshine.

 Sven Hess (design)

October 25th 2021 - Appointment of Christian Ilgen as managing director

Christian Ilgen has been appointed to managing director of the company PCG. This important step in the context of management succession planning has now been approved by official listing in the German register of companies. Together with Dr. Frank Ilgen two directors will lead the company for the time being. This transfer of responsibility shall lay the foundations for long term business success and continued development of the company.

Christian Ilgen (Managing Director)