HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT




OUR HISTORY

For decades, HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT products have been setting standards worldwide and stand for durable, long-lasting balancing properties and maximum balancing accuracy.

With tradition and innovation to the world market leader:


INNOVATIONS THAT INSPIRE

With several development teams at our global sites, we can handle the requests of our customers promptly and flexibly. With the help of our R&D department at the headquarters, we guarantee quality standards and can also manage varied market demands locally. In case of large projects, our developers get together and push the envelope to ensure a quick headway with their collective experience and knowledge of all markets. Our customers in the automobile industry appreciate this and trust our competence to deliver.

SPEEDLINER® TECHNOLOGY

HIGHEST ADHESIVE STRENGTH AND TIME-SAVING AT THE SAME TIME

All HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT car adhesive bars have a perforated adhesive tape with innovative SPEEDLINER® technology. Thanks to the perforation, the individual segments can be separated easily and without tools. The SPEEDLINER® adhesive tape is a great relief for the work in the workshop, especially because of its residue-free removal when the weights are dismantled later.

  • Residue-free removal
  • Higher initial adhesive force
  • Clean separating edges
  • Easy removal of the liner

SPEEDCUT® SYSTEM

WORKSHOP-OPTIMIzED SYSTEM FOR ADHESIVE WEIGHTS WITH INNOVATIVE CUTTING DEVICE

The engineers of HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT also developed the SPEEDCUT®, a roll holder for professional use. The box of the roll and the SPEEDCUT® match perfectly each other for best work results.

  • Easy
  • Fast
  • Save

ADHESIVE ROLLS

OPTIMISED FOR SPEEDCUT® WORKING STATION

The new multifunctional adhesive rolls guarantee easier storage because a roll provides always a suitable weight. Additionally, all rolls are equipped with the SPEEDLINER® tape. The engineers of HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT developed also the SPEEDCUT®, a roll holder for professional use. The box of the roll and the SPEEDCUT® match perfectly each other for best work results.

INNOVATIVE PRODUCT DESIGN SPEEDLINER® TECHNOLOGY INTELLIGENT CARDBOARD PRACTICAL FINGER LIFT
Simplified stock keeping thanks to multifunctional rollers - always the perfect weight. SPEEDLINER adhesive tape on rolls for the first time - particularly gentle on rims while providing a strong hold. Cardboard and SPEEDCUT® are perfectly matched for best working results. All HPW adhesive weight rolls have a 3 mm protruding liner for peeling off the adhesive tape.

FUSION TECHNOLOGY

THE INTELLIGENT BALANCING COMPOUND

As the market leader in wheel balancing products, we are proud to offer a premium solution including the intelligent FUSION TECHNOLOGY for in-tire balancing.

The secret of the innovative FUSION TECHNOLOGY is the different sizes of the balancing material. The larger red kernels concentrate in the center of the tire and dampen the static imbalance. The smaller blue kernels are moving to the outside of the tire and compensate wobbling which is caused by dynamic imbalance. The result is a smooth ride for the complete tire life.


OUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE

OEM Equipment

HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT is "the" development partner of the European automotive industry in the field of balancing weights and always at the highest technical level of the most important large and small series manufacturers. Whether sports car manufacturers or mass car manufacturers, all trust in the high competence of the market leader. Applications for the latest rim shapes are quickly and competently developed together with the customer and brought to production readiness with our own engineers.

Aftermarket

HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT successfully transfers developments from motorsport and original equipment to the spare parts and trade sector - worldwide. As a competent and serious partner for large, successful distribution companies in all countries, we are very familiar with the needs of the markets and support our customers. We offer market-driven structures, service and support for a better distribution of the products and first-class on-site support.

Motorsports

When the racing cars turn their laps, HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT is at the start. Together with our cooperation partners, we find the optimal "balancing solution" for every motorsport discipline. The performance features of quick and easy assembly, as well as a strong adhesive performance ensure our cooperation partners the required precision and safety. It is not for nothing that even the top class of motorsports relies on our balancing weights with the shaft.


PIRELLI – Partner for motorsport

HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT is the official supplier partner of Pirelli Tire for weights for its motorsport activity since 2011. We developed a new weight of 120 grams to especially fulfill the requirements of the premier league of the racing world. We are proud of the extremely short development time that lasted just a few months, which once again brings to the forefront one of our strengths – the competence to fulfill the requirements of our customers and partners promptly and flexibly.

DUNLOP - Development and training partner

Dunlop and HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT have been working in close collaboration for several years. We enhance product improvements and conduct joint long-term tests in close cooperation between our R&D departments. What could be better than the toughest test for material and driver? – A 24-hour race.


Quality you can rely on

Quality is in the details. To build an impeccable reputation of high quality as a manufacturer, you must start with superb raw materials and end with exceptional on-time delivery to the customer. In between lies a multitude of production steps, all of which must be planned and executed utilizing modern, fully automated production systems. As the number one original equipment supplier in the world, HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT guarantees that its products will meet and exceed the highest quality standards in the industry. We are committed to ensuring your success.

CAREFUL CHOICE OF MATERIAL

Our commitment to quality starts with the choice of raw materials. Only strictly tested and high-quality materials are used. Therefore, you can rely on the quality and be sure that you have made the right choice with our products. Balancing weights are available in the market in many different materials. Here, raw materials affect the usage and features of products as well.

HIGHEST CORROSION PROTECTION

Coated balancing weights protect any rim from damage due to contact corrosion. The high-quality OEM plastic coating of HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT optimally protects the weight from environmental influences and stone chipping, even under extreme conditions. All weights are subjected to a 480-hour salt spray test according to DIN 9227 and ADTM B 117-73 in accordance with OEM requirements.

TÜV CERTIFIED QUALITY

After being successfully certified in 1995 according to DIN EN ISO 9001, we expanded our efforts in 1998 on the extension to the QS-9000 and VDA 6.1 – with success. In April 1998 we were certified as the first OE manufacturer of wheel balancing weights in Europe according to DIN EN ISO 9001, QS 9000 and VDA 6.1. In 2004, the certification of ISO/TS 16949:2002 and ISO 14001 was achieved. Since May 2010, we have been certified to ISO/TS 16949:2009 with Product Development, as well as to ISO 9001:2008 with product design and UM 14001:2009 with product development.

SMART PACKAGING

In addition to the product, the packaging plays an important role. Therefore, it is important for us to optimize the packaging continuously in order to meet the needs of our customers for simple and safe handling.

  • CONVENIENT IN HANDLING
  • ROBUST FOR STORAGE AND DISTRIBUTION
  • INFORMATIVE LABEL ON EACH BOX
  • STRIKING HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT DESIGN

PERFORMANCE GENERATING STANDARDS

The comprehensive product range, the on-site support and short delivery provide a reliable basis for partnership with “global players”. Here the products convince millions of times by the highest quality – made in Germany. Our success speaks for itself – well-known automotive manufacturer (OEM) honour HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT as the best supplier and partner.

2012: Winner Q1-Award– FORD honors high delivery liability and quality
Volvo Quality EXCELLENCE AWARD 2015 – VOLVO honors its best supplier and partner
2014: GM Supplier Quality Excellence Award
50 years supplier of PORSCHE

OUR PRODUCTS

HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT stands for products on the highest technical level and a diverse product selection.

BALANCING WEIGHTS IN OE-QUALITY

THE RIGHT WEIGHT FOR EVERY RIM

At HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT, we offer a full range of balancing weights for every type of rim like no other supplier in the world. You benefit from solutions for every application as well as the security of a perfect fit and best holding force on the rim.

KNOCK-ON WEIGHTS - PERFECT FIT

HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT knock-on wheel weights are made of a fine zinc alloy. With the broad available range of weight types and weight sizes, the best fit for any type of rim can be assured. In addition, the extra-strong clips meet OEM requirements and provide a secure fit in all driving situations.






ADHESIVE WEIGHTS - GUARANTEED STRONG HOLDING FORCE

OE-ADHESIVE TAPE - TESTED BY AUTOMOTIVE MANUFACTURERS

For usage at car manufacturers, the OE tape has to meet high standards. The backing material thicknesses match optimal to each weight and the tape is temperature resistant from -40°C to approx. +250°C. The weight can be moved immediately following adhesion and with careful handling. The complete adhesion force will be reached after 72 hours. All single adhesive weights are equipped with OE tape.

SPEEDLINER® AND FINGERLIFT

SPEEDLINER® TECHNOLOGY – GUARANTEED RESIDUE-FREE REMOVAL

Save time and money with the innovative tape from HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT now on all bars. All adhesive bars for passenger cars are equipped with a perforated tape with the innovative SPEEDLINER® technology. Thanks to the perforation, the individual segments can be separated easily and without tools. The SPEEDLINER® tape is a great relief for working in the garage mainly because of its residue-free removal during subsequent disassembly of the weights.

FINGERLIFT - EASY LINER REMOVAL

Thanks to the 3 mm overlapping liner, the Fingerlift-Liner provides an easy liner removal from the tape. All adhesive rolls as well as some additional adhesive bars are equipped with the Fingerlift.

CLEAN BRAKING POINTS THANKS TO PERFORATED LINER

Our types 330, 363, 365, 367, 369 and 380 have a perforated liner. Thanks to this perforation, individual segments can be separated quickly and easily. There is no more need for additional tools.

BALANCING COMPOUND - EFFICIENT BALANCING

Only for applications up to 100 km/h and medium & heavy trucks.

Balancing compound is an alternative to the classic balancing of truck tires with balancing weights. Simply fill bags or loose powder into tires - done. No lead. No balancing machine. Balancing is so easy with HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT.

How does the balancing compound work?

In a running tire, the balancing compound is dispersed along the tire walls due to the centrifugal force. If an imbalance occurs, the powder automatically settles opposite the heavy spot and compensates for the imbalance. Due to the flexible positioning of the balancing compound rebalancing is no longer necessary.

Our service:
  • Easy-to-read application chart on bags, buckets or cardboard boxes: Find the right size for every tire.
  • Self-explanatory assembly instructions: Easy-to-follow step-by-step explanation on the packaging.
  • High-quality accessories for a proper installation: Valve core and marked metal valve cap included in every bag.e
  • Garage-optimized storage box: Small packaging units with a convenient opening for efficient storage in the garage.

VALVES FOR HIGHEST DEMANDS

CAR VALVES

Our range of car tire valves includes different types of valves: With rubber valves (snap-in valves) and metal valves (clamp-in valves), we have the right car valve for every application.

Rubber Valves (Snap-in valves)

Rubber valves from HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT for passenger cars offer a perfect fit for every rim. The rubber tire valves are manufactured according to OEM standards and thus offer the highest quality for your workshop. The elastic valve stem of these car valves makes inflating the tire a breeze. Because we care about driving safety, HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT only uses high-quality materials such as EPDM rubber to manufacture the snap-in valves. However, every rubber is subject to natural aging, which makes it brittle and can lead to a loss of pressure on the tire. Therefore, whenever tires are changed, the car valves should also be replaced. With the year marking on the rubber valves, you can ensure that valves in storage are still suitable for use.

Metal Valves (Clamp-in valves)

HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT metal valves are the right choice for your workshop if quality and reliability are important to you. The use of these tire valves is particularly suitable for wheels mounted on fast passenger cars or vans with speeds above 210 km/h. In contrast to tire valves made of metal, rubber valves would bend at these speeds due to the centrifugal forces acting on them. Due to the increased wear as well as the heavy stress on the car valve, a pressure loss can occur in the tire - this not only leads to annoyance in everyday life, but also poses a safety risk. Therefore, metal tire valves are recommended for fast driving cars.

MOTORCYCLE VALVES

Like all car valves from HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT, tire valves for motorbikes are also designed and manufactured to the highest quality standards. The motorbike valves have a sealed cap, which makes them particularly reliable and safe. Nevertheless, the rim valves on the motorbike should be checked regularly. In particular, make sure that the rubber on the valves is not brittle and that there is no corrosion or damage to the valve core. Broken or defective tire valves can lead to various safety risks.

In addition to the correct tire pressure, the right type of valve is also important. Our range of tire valves for motorbikes includes classic rubber valves as well as angle valves. Angle valves offer the decisive advantage that they do not open due to centrifugal forces and thus no air can escape. In addition, the air pressure of the tires can be checked and corrected much more easily. Because of the angled shape, the attachment of the testing or measuring device can be conveniently placed on the tire valve from the side. This saves time and nerves.

Choose quality products from HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT and benefit from our wide range of products as well as our service - we are always there to help and advise you.

TRUCK VALVES

The HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT range is also unbeatable in the field of truck tire valves. Whether steel rim or aluminum rim, little or sufficient space due to the wheel spanners - we are guaranteed to have the right car valve for your truck.

Especially for truck tire valves, you can also get various valve extensions from HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT: In addition to rubber, plastic and brass valve extensions, we also offer plastic extension caps as well as holders for truck extensions.

TRACTOR VALVES

A tractor is used in agriculture as a towing vehicle. Since tractors are used on unpaved ground such as fields, they must have a certain robustness. And so do the car valves for farm tractors.

At HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT you will find both air/water rim valves for tractors with valve holes inside the wheel bowl and air/water rim valves with valve holes outside the wheel bowl. Our tire valves for tubeless tractor tires withstand the highest demands and can be filled with water. The additional weight can be used to compensate for a front load, for example. In addition, the water in the tires shifts the center of gravity downwards, which reduces the risk of tipping.

EARTHMOVERS VALVES

Construction machines, such as excavators or construction site tippers, are capable of carrying out all kinds of mining, road construction and real estate projects as well as other development projects. Especially during these tasks, the tires and thus also the tire valves of the construction machines are heavily stressed by external influences. HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT offers you the special and powerful valves you need for your workshop and construction machines. Car valves for construction machinery should always be changed and replaced in time to ensure safety and functionality.


TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEMS

TPMS SERVICE KITS - SPARE PARTS FOR TPMS SERVICE

To ensure the functionality of the tire pressure monitoring system, manufacturers and professional organizations recommend a regular TPMS service. Just like the rubber valve, the wearing parts of the TPMS sensors (rubber seal, union nut, valve core & valve cap) should be replaced professionally every time the tire is changed.

HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT is the only supplier to offer complete market coverage for direct TPMS with its spare parts sets, the TPMS Service Kits - and in OEM quality.

The advantages of HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT RDKS Service Kits at a glance:
  • 100% market coverage for direct TPMS
  • OE quality - from manufacturing to corrosion resistance and packaging
  • With the RDKS refill packs individual RDKS service kit types can be ordered
  • The refill packs each contain 20 TPMS service kits of a specific type

UNIVERSAL SERVICE KIT U1 - THE UNIVERSAL SOLUTION FOR 36 DIFFERENT SERVICE KITS

For the workshop, the TPMS service poses challenges:
  • Many different TPMS service kits are needed to cover all sensors on the market.
  • This results in a high inventory level, which in turn means a lot of tied-up capital.
  • Due to the high variety, uncertainty arises when selecting and using the right TPMS service kit.
  • Training of specialists is necessary and costly.

OUR SOLUTION: ONE PRODUCT FOR (ALMOST) ALL CASES

For the first time, HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT launched a universal TPMS service kit suitable for 97% of all metal valve stems of tire pressure sensors on the market. Thanks to extensive research and investigation, the most commonly used service parts of TPMS sensors have been identified and combined into one TPMS Service Kit. With the help of the guide, you can easily and quickly identify the right spare parts for TPMS service and replace the worn parts. One of many benefits:

  • 97% market coverage of all tire pressure sensor metal valves
  • Universal solution for 36 different TPMS service kits
  • Cost reduction by reducing the RDKS service kit variety
  • Reduction of unused stock
  • Easy handling and application
  • Avoidance of sales losses due to missing TPMS service kits

TPMS STARTER SET

In addition, there is also the TPMS Starter Set from HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT.

The TPMS set has been optimized to meet the needs of the market and offers a wide range of common service kits. With this selection of TPMS service kits, over 85% of all new European vehicles can be covered, ensuring efficient stocking for the workshop.

TPMS ACCESSORIES

The TPMS toolset enables the removal and fitting of all TPMS sensors with rubber and metal valves and offers the following advantages:

  • fixed preset torques for the most common TPMS applications
  • Time-consuming adjustment of the torques is eliminated
  • Color code on HPW service kits and tools
  • Quick and easy tool identification
  • Professional screw mechanism prevents overtightening of components

TOOLS AND ACCESSORIES

TPMS TOOL KIT

Thanks to the 100% sensor coverage maintenance of all OE and universal sensors is possible. The 13-part assortment offers a solution for all needs. The color code on TPMS service kits and tools offers you a quick and easy tool identification - a real-time saving. Furthermore, the professional screw mechanism avoids the overtightening of the components.

  • 100 % SENSOR – COVERAGE
  • OE QUALITY
  • TIME-SAVING

MOUNTING PASTES

HOFMANN POWER WEIGHT offers for the professional application a wide range of high-quality mounting pastes. Those pastes make the tire fitting easier, flash off fast and allow a secure hub of the tire on the rim.