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ASA-LIFT - The vegetable experts
We offer high quality harvesters for tomorrows vegetable growers.
Leading innovation in vegetable equipment
For vegetable cultivation GRIMME and ASA-LIFT offer a great variety of specialised machines for a wide range of different crops such as carrots, onions, cabbage, green beans, leek, parsnips, sweet potatoes and many more. At the same time, the portfolio in the area of vegetable technology comprises soil cultivation, harvest preparation, harvesting, grading and storage.
Carrot technology
Our carrot Technology provides vegetable toppers, top lifters, unloading systems, and self-propelled machines. Automatic depth control, side-shift, and crop-friendly systems ensure efficiency and high-quality results.
ASA-LIFT Service and Parts Support
An investment in even the best machine is no guarantee of a high uptime and efficiency in the future without regular maintenance / service.
At ASA-LIFT we have a strong focus on ensuring the best possible uptime and efficiency through our service department and its experienced Service engineers and customer support. Your first point of contact for service and support is your GRIMME Premium Partner or the GRIMME customer care center.
Facts and Figures
Vegetable experts with a lot of experience
More than
120
employees
Products for more than
14
variations of vegetables
More than
52000
of company facilities
History
ASA-LIFT milestones through the years
From 1936 to today, explore the key moments that have shaped our journey to becoming a innovation leader in vegetable technology.
1936
Founded in a small town
It all started in a small forge in Dianalund. In 1936, Peder Sørensen founded Karsholte Maskinfabrik, initially focused on repairing agricultural tools, machines, and bicycles.
1983
ASA-LIFT - new name of the now international company
Recognizing growing interest from international markets, he branded his products as ASA-LIFT. Peder Sørensen renamed it ASA-LIFT after himself and his two partners, both named Asmussen.
2001
From Dianalund to our current address
Due to growth, ASA-LIFT needed to move to larger facilities thereby moving the entire company from Dianalund to Sorø in 2001.
2012
Becoming a part of GRIMME
The German manufacturer GRIMME acquired a 70% majority stake in ASA-LIFT, bringing the company into the GRIMME Group.
2018
Red is the new blue
ASA-LIFT’s logo and machinery were rebranded to GRIMME’s signature red color.
2019
New facilities
New factory facilities were built, expanding ASA-LIFT’s production area by an additional 12,653 m². This extension supports increased manufacturing capacity, allowing ASA-LIFT to meet growing demands.
2020
Fully owned by GRIMME
The GRIMME Group acquired the remaining 30% of ASA-LIFT, taking full ownership of the company. ASA-LIFT transitions to a production focused company, no longer handling product sales directly.
2021
New CEO
Joas Løvenbalk Lyng takes over as CEO of ASA-LIFT, bringing new leadership to the company as we continue our integration within the GRIMME Group.
Working at ASA-LIFT
Are you ready to join a rapidly growing company that enables the feeding of the world with healthy and sustainable nutrition?
Find out more about career possibilites at ASA-LIFT.
Upcoming events in the near future.
3
Dec
GRIMME Technica
Dec 03, 24 - Dec 06, 24
Damme, DEU
5
Feb
Fruit Logistica 2025
Feb 05, 25 - Feb 07, 25
Berlin, DEU