TRADITION & INNOVATION
500 Years of Strength and Innovation.
We Honor Our Past …
We are forward-thinking innovators who value both tradition and progress. 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 continuously adapt to meet the evolving needs of our global customers. Our production methods are designed to be both environmentally responsible and forward-thinking.
Timeline of Key Milestones in pewag group’s History
| 1479 | First documented reference 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 Graz and Kapfenberg plants, leading to the creation of the “pewag” brand. |
| 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 | Expansion with multiple international sales companies |
