TRADITION & INNOVATION
500 Years of Strength and Evolution.
We Honor Our Past …
We are forward thinkers who value both tradition and evolution. As one of the world’s oldest and most reliable chain manufacturers, our Austrian heritage and centuries of expertise are the foundation of our commitment to quality. Yet it is our continuous drive for innovation that sets us apart.
… While Shaping The Future
In a changing world, we maintain consistency and trust through proven reliability and expertise. By combining traditional craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology, we meet the evolving needs of our global customers. We ensure that our production methods are not only environmentally responsible, but also forward-thinking.
Timeline of important events throughout the history of pewag group
| 1479 | First documented references of a forge in Brückl |
| 1787 | Foundation of a chain forge in Kapfenberg |
| 1803 | Establishment of a chain forge in Graz |
| 1836 | Establishment of an iron casting plant in Brückl |
| 1912 | Production of the first pewag snow chain |
| 1923 | Merger of plants in Graz and Kapfenberg; creation of the name “pewag” |
| 1972 | Foundation of a sales company in Germany |
| 1975 | Expansion into the USA with a sales company |
| 1993 | Establishment of pewag austria GmbH |
| 1994 | Launch of the first subsidiary in the Czech Republic |
| 1999 | Acquisition of the Weissenfels Group |
| 2003 | Separation from the Weissenfels Group; incorporation of pewag austria GmbH into the Ägyd Pengg Foundation |
| 2005 | Restructuring into two groups: Schneeketten Beteiligungs AG Group – Snow Chains ppewag austria GmbH Group – Technical Chains |
| 2009 | Acquisition of Chaineries Limousines S.A.S. |
| 2012 | Establishment of the first manufacturing company in the USA |
| 2013 | Foundation of various International sales companies |
