PTI Europa A/S is a family-owned company founded in 1991. From our locations in Tønder and Støvring, we sell and supply bearings, bearing housings and power transmission products to customers worldwide. Today, we employ more than 70 people and have many years of experience in international trade and technical solutions.
We are an authorised distributor of Schaeffler (FAG and INA) and Optibelt, whose products complement our own PTI range. We continuously adapt our product range to meet our customers’ needs, focusing on quality products, competitive prices and long-term partnerships.
With a range of more than 45,000 items and over 15,000 m² of warehouse facilities, we are well equipped to meet our customers’ needs. We combine an extensive stock range with fast delivery, technical advice and personal service.
Our in-house workshop enables us to machine and customise products to our customers’ specifications. Working closely with each customer, we find solutions for the specific application – from standard products to modifications and custom parts.
We are certified to ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 and work systematically with quality, environmental management and continuous improvement.
Our webshop allows both business and private customers to find and order products, while customers with urgent requirements can get assistance through our emergency helpline.
1988
The beginning
Jürgen Lorenzen our managing director and CEO starts as the sales representative in Denmark for the German company HFH group.
HFH Denmark
The official beginning of HFH Denmark. Jürgen is standing on the ladder, renovating the building himself. The former school building was prepared with own stock and offices.
1991
2000
PTI Europa A/S
After the bankruptcy of HFH parent company, Hugo Finkenraths OHG, our CEO, Mr. Lorenzen, formed a cooperation with P.T. International Corp., USA. The cooperation came to an end in 2005, thus we continued with the name PTI Europa A/S and with the brand PTI on the Danish and European market.
PTI Nord
We open a second office and stock in northen Denmark. Today PTI Nord is the biggest independent supplier of INA/FAG in Denmark.
2000
2001
Fire!
PTI experienced a devastating fire on the 27.07.2001. Our entire warehouse in Højer fell victim to the flames.
ISO 9001
We proudly receive our first ISO 9001 certification on the 06.05.2014.
2014
2020
Our complete stock is moved to Tønder
By the end of June 2020 our complete warehouse was moved to our new address in Tønder.
We have got new floors, windows to bring in more light, and the rest of the renovation will follow over time.Our old buildings in Nørre Sejerslev have been sold to a local company.
The groundbreaking for the new office building has been made
The picture shows CEO Carsten Lorenzen, architect Uwe Nielsen, director and owner Jürgen Lorenzen and builder Heinrich Matzen. (picture borrowed from jv.dk)
The groundbreaking ceremony for the new office building was on the 28.08.2020.
The plan is for the new building to be completed on 01.06.2021, when we celebrate PTI’s 30th anniversary.
The new building will contain 14 offices, a canteen and meeting rooms and the budget is around 13 million Danish Krones.
2020
2020
Topping-out ceremony
December 9, 2020 we celebrated our progress with our new building at Papegøjevej 7, where we thanked all our workers.
Because of Covid-19, we only invited our craftsman, our employees, and closest Family.
We are looking forward to 2021 where the building is finished.
30th anniversary
Friday 13th August 2021, we celebrated our 30th anniversary and inauguration of our new domicile.
It was a wonderful day. We hope for even more successful years at our new domicile.
2021
2021
Our department in Støvring moved
Our department in Støvring also moved on the 20.09.2021.
Biodiversity and Sustainability
At PTI, we are Wild on Purpose. Through our biodiversity project, we are creating a vibrant sanctuary for nature, where sustainability and biodiversity go hand in hand.
We have transformed our grounds into a wildflower meadow and a fruit orchard with 50 fruit trees, complemented by beekeeping and carefully selected flower mixtures that enhance pollination and wildlife. Our employees are part of the journey, selecting plants and enjoying the fruits of the project.
With solar panels and green initiatives, we are working towards a sustainable future. Together, we make a difference – for nature and future generations.
2024
2025
ISO 14001:2015
We are proud to receive our first ISO 14001:2015 certificate on 18 November 2025.
Solar power system commissioned
Our solar power system with 1,352 panels (601 kWp) is now operating on the roof of our warehouse facilities, supporting daily operations with renewable energy.2026
