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About Pioneer Weston®

Here's a little more about us

 

 

Our history

Since 1932, Pioneer Weston has built a reputation for developing innovative seals that meet the demands of the most challenging applications. From our beginnings supporting the industrial market, to our expansion into automotive in the 1970s to the complete rotating equipment support we offer today – Pioneer Weston has always been a technology leader. 
 

Timeline


 

Pioneer Weston old photo engineers

 

1932


Charles Weston & Co. Limited is established as a manufacturer of rubber, mechanical and leather seals.

 

1976


The company is acquired by J.H. Fenner and Co. Limited and merged with its existing Pioneer Oil Sealing & Moulding Co division, a specialist in seals for automotive applications, creating Pioneer Weston.
 

Old Pioneer advert
Pioneer Weston oilseals brochure

 

1980s


Pioneer Weston builds a reputation as a global supplier of sealing products for the automotive and general industrial markets.

 

1999


The Wyko group of companies acquires Pioneer Weston, which becomes part of Wyko’s specialist sealing division.

Pioneer Weston Mechanical Seals Component Range brochure
White ERIKS logo on blue background

 

2006


ERIKS, a specialised industrial service provider, purchases Wyko and continues to offer Pioneer Weston branded products.

 

2016


ERIKS invests in Pioneer Weston as a flagship brand, significantly broadening its technical expertise and investing in new capabilities.

ERIKS Sealing Technology Polymer Components for Automotive and Transportation brochure for Pioneer Weston
Pioneer Weston at ERIKS Warrington

 

Present day


The Pioneer Weston range of rotary seals and material specifications continue to drive the brand forward

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