Lode Holding celebrates its 75th anniversary
We are proud to announce that we are celebrating the 75th anniversary of Lode’s Instruments NV, which was founded by Freerk Lode at Oosterstraat 38 in Groningen, the Netherlands. This marks the beginning of our journey towards producing and marketing the world’s first ergometer, a milestone achievement that has paved the way for our growth into Lode Holding with five subsidiaries, all dedicated to human movement and performance.
Over the last 75 years, we have continued to innovate, improve, and expand our product offerings. While we still produce the world-renowned ergometer, our focus has expanded to include a wide range of high-quality products and services in the areas of lifestyle, sports, prevention, and care.
As a renowned brand, we are proud to have contributed significantly to the improvement of the health and performance of people worldwide. In honor of our anniversary year in 2023, we are hosting a series of activities and events, sharing stories of our history, and of course, we will celebrating an anniversary party.
Anniversary calendar
Anniversary activities
We invite you to keep an eye on our anniversary calendar, as we have planned a range of exciting activities throughout the year for our valued customers, partners, and employees. We are always open to ideas and suggestions, so please do not hesitate to contact us and share your thoughts. We look forward to celebrating with you!
History
1946 – 1982
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1983
Lode Holding (with subsidiary Lode) is founded by local shareholders and is a restart of Lode ‘s Instrumenten. The company moves from the Oosterstraat to the Protonstraat in Groningen. 
1984 – 1991
In 1984 Lode was taken over by the American multinational AH Robins Co. As a part of an American group, global export is set up. Lode also distributes products from her American sister companies in Europe. American Home Product Co., a large listed international company, buys AH Robins Co and so also Lode. Lode moves to Zernike Science Park and settles on Zernikepark 16.
1992 – 2002
In 1992, the management takes over Lode and therewith Lode is an independent Dutch company again. In 1994, the quality system (a.o. for medical devices) of Lode Holding becomes certified for the first time. Dynavit, a German manufacturer of ergometers, is taken over in 1997. The production is continued at Zernikepark 16 in Groningen.
2003 Lode Holding launched its own distribution company of professional medical and occupational measuring instruments for the Netherlands, ProCare. The direct sales activities in the Netherlands of Lode and the trading activities of the Koenders Group in Almere are accommodated in ProCare. ProCare organizes seminars and (certified) courses for the different target groups. Later on, ProCare can also offer complete technical services.
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2005
Lode Holding starts Umaco. Umaco is a specialized product development company with a focus on specific developments for customers in the Life Science sector.
2007 – 2008
In 2007, the building of Lode Holding gets expanded with 700 square meters. In 2008 Lode Holding takes over Bonte Technology, a producer of treadmills. The production is continued at Zernikepark 16. The building at Zernikepark 16 , Groningen , is being reopend after the expansion and the renovation of the old part of the building. This reopening is being celebrated together with the 60th anniversary of Lode , the 25th anniversary of Lode Holding and the 5th anniversary of ProCare.
2009 – 2010
In 2009, Lode Holding takes over aXtion. aXtion engages in innovative ICT solutions for the care and welfare sector. In 2010 aXtion moved to the building of Lode Holding at Groningen.
In 2009 Lode Holding wins the Groningen Enterprise Award! The jury praised Lode Holding mainly because of its innovative and international performance.
2011 – 2013
This period is marked by several successful market introductions and significant growing number of collaborations with various research institutions. Also a huge increase in the number of major conferences, exhibitions and internet platforms are attended in this period.
2014
At the beginning of 2014 Lode Holding takes over Biometrics Motion. Biometrics Motion is successful in the field of knowledge-intensive measuring equipment for biomechanical measurements, such as are used in motion labs. As a result, the company has acquired a complete range of motion scientific equipment. During 2014 all activities of Biometrics Motion are integrated into the daughters Lode and ProCare.
2017
ProCare opens a branch in the Olympic Stadion in Amsterdam.
Lode Holding acquires EUmedx B.V. and also transfers a number of participations, which are simultaneously acquired, to EUmedx B.V
ProCare Safety will have its own house style and will supply measuring equipment and resources for the health and safety of people and the workplace within the Benelux under its own label. www.procaresafety.nl
2018
ProCare opens a branch in Leuven, Belgium and sets up subsidiary ProCare Belgium for this purpose.
Lode Holding B.V. establishes Omnium. Through this company she is part of the collaboration Het Omnium, on the second floor of the TopsportzorgCentrum. Omnium will focus on programs related to exercise, performance improvement, vitality, lifestyle and (injury) prevention.
2020
Lode Holding is nominated for the most prestigious Dutch company award, the King Willem I award. This award is a reward for courageous, resilient and sustainable entrepreneurship.
