Nimo-KG has been supplying lifting and tipping equipment to the food and manufacturing industries since 1958. Many of the machines delivered in the 1970s, 80s and 90s are still in operation today — proof of their robust construction and reliable technology. But even the most durable equipment eventually reaches the end of its lifecycle.

“Replacing older machines isn’t just about swapping out something that’s worn out. It’s about modernising and futureproofing the production process to achieve higher capacity, improved ergonomics, and a safer working environment for employees”, says Martin Olsson, CEO of Nimo-KG.

Across the food industry, more and more producers are choosing to update their production lines. This development is driven both by the need to streamline operations and by stricter requirements for workplace safety and reliability. At the same time, technology is evolving rapidly — today’s production environments are far more automated, flexible and digitalised than just a few decades ago.

“Many of our customers have used our machines for 30–40 years. They’ve done their job well, but the industry has changed a lot. When spare parts become difficult to find and safety requirements are tightened, it’s time to review the equipment fleet”, says Martin Olsson.

Nimo-KG recently delivered a number of new lifting and tipping systems to a major Swedish food producer, replacing older units. The delivery also included three custom-built box tippers developed specifically for a new production line.

“It’s a major investment in a completely new line. Our task has been to develop solutions that combine safe handling, high capacity and stable performance. The upgrade will have an immediate impact on day-to-day production”, says Martin Olsson.

Future-proof technology for long-term value

For Nimo-KG, it’s all about providing customers with technology that meets the demands of the future. When older equipment is replaced, production becomes safer, more efficient and better adapted to modern workflows.

“Every production environment is unique, and we always start from the customer’s needs. A Nimo-KG machine should last for decades — and at the same time contribute to safer, smarter and more sustainable production over time”, says Martin Olsson.

Nimo-KG has recently delivered three customized emptying solutions of the SK200MK2 model to a cheese factory in the Netherlands. The deal was facilitated through Nimo-KG’s sister company van Oirschot Beheer B.V., which owns the Backsaver brand.

“This delivery clearly demonstrates the strength of our collaboration with Backsaver. Together, we can combine our technical expertise and market experience to offer efficient and tailored solutions to customers throughout Europe”, says Carina Thern, Sales Representative at Nimo-KG.

Nimo-KG received the order after Backsaver identified that their customer needed a more optimized emptying solution. The cheese manufacturer required a system that could efficiently empty containers of cheese pieces while integrating seamlessly into the production line. Nimo-KG was tasked with developing a custom solution that met the factory’s requirements for both functionality and safety.

The delivered machines were engineered with special chains to withstand the demanding production environment. They were also equipped with customized lighting systems, including light towers and safety light curtains, to ensure a high level of safety.

“The machines are designed to allow direct loading with a forklift instead of using traditional door openings. This simplifies handling and enhances safety, as the system automatically shuts down the machine if someone enters the protected area.”

A Strategic Collaboration for the Future

The order was placed in the summer of 2023, and the machines were delivered in January 2025. It is one of several deals that Nimo-KG has secured through Backsaver since becoming part of van Oirschot Beheer B.V.

“By working together, we can reach more customers and broaden our offering. This project is a clear example of how our machines complement their product range and create added value for their customers,” says Carina Thern.

Nimo-KG became part of the Dutch group van Oirschot Beheer B.V. in May 2023. The group also owns Backsaver, which develops lifting and tipping solutions for various types of containers. Like Nimo-KG, Backsaver holds a strong position in the food industry and delivers its solutions to customers worldwide.

Nimo-KG and its sister company Backsaver have recently returned from IFFA 2025 in Frankfurt – the world’s leading trade fair for technology and innovation in the meat and protein industry. There was significant interest in Nimo-KG’s customizable lifting and tipping solutions throughout the week.

“IFFA is an important meeting point for us, and this year’s event has only reinforced that. We demonstrated our solutions to many potential customers from around the world and exchanged experiences with industry colleagues,” says Martin Olsson, CEO of Nimo-KG.

Nimo-KG and Backsaver’s Booth at IFFA 2025.

During the trade fair, Nimo-KG showcased its latest solutions for handling meat trolleys and other lifting and tipping machines, with a special focus on efficiency, safety, and ergonomics. Interest in the company’s products was high, and the booth – shared with sister company Backsaver – attracted representatives from both small businesses and major international players.

“We had many productive discussions about how our products can be adapted to different needs depending on production conditions. It’s clear that there is a growing focus on safe and work environment-friendly solutions in the industry, which aligns perfectly with our development,” says Martin Olsson.

The next step for Nimo-KG is to follow up on the conversations with the new contacts made during IFFA and turn them into future product development initiatives and customer collaborations.

“IFFA provided us with valuable insights into market needs and trends, which will be an important foundation in our continued work to develop both our machines and customer relationships,” says Martin Olsson.

Nimo-KG and Backsaver at IFFA 2025.

At the Frankfurt trade fair IFFA on May 3-8, Nimo-KG will be focusing on handling meat trolleys, a central component in a large part of the food production industry, as well as an area of expertise for Nimo-KG since the 1960s.

Meat Trolley – The Backbone of Food Processing Efficiency 

Meat trolleys play a critical role in modern food processing factories, helping ensure efficiency, hygiene, and consistency. The trolleys facilitate easy transportation of raw materials from one stage of processing to the next, reducing manual handling and the risk of contamination. By streamlining the flow of ingredients, meat trolleys enhance productivity while maintaining the highest levels of food safety.

Their application does not stop at transportation; they are used for batch preparation, weighing, and mixing processes, helping manufacturers maintain precise ingredient ratios. Since they can be seamlessly operated together with various machinery, such as grinders, cutters, and filling machines, these trolleys play an important role in ensuring a continuous production flow.

Defining Dimensions: The Impact of DIN 9797

The introduction of the DIN 9797 standard in 1988 marked a key milestone in meat trolley standardization. It set clear specifications for Euro-style trolleys, ensuring they were compatible across different food processing systems. By defining dimensions, materials, and load capacities, the standard made it easier for manufacturers to streamline production.

“The standard improved efficiency, allowing trolleys to integrate smoothly into automated workflows and be used interchangeably between facilities. It also strengthened hygiene and durability requirements, helping the industry meet strict food safety regulations. Of course, all our trolleys fully comply with the DIN 9797 standard, ensuring compatibility with most machines and equipment used in food production”, says Martin Olsson, CEO of Nimo-KG.

One of Sweden’s largest food processing companies has placed an order for nine new lifts from Nimo-KG. The investment is part of a comprehensive modernization effort where the existing machinery is being updated with the latest solutions for safe and efficient product handling.

“We’ve delivered a large number of lifts to this customer over the years, and now it’s time to start updating them. The machines being replaced were delivered in the 70s, 80s, and 90s, meaning they’ve been in operation for 25 to 50 years. It’s necessary to invest in new technology to continue ensuring high operational reliability and a safe working environment,” says Martin Olsson, CEO of Nimo-KG.

The new machines to be installed at the Swedish food company – the SKV 300 C4 single-column lift with cage – are specially developed to offer maximum safety and are carefully adapted for each specific location in the customer’s production facility. Nimo-KG has carried out a detailed process to measure the existing systems and ensure perfect integration of the new equipment.

“The SKV 300 C4 lift is the latest improved generation of our best-selling single-column lifts for meat trolleys. We tailor them to the customer’s requests and needs regarding discharge heights, stationary or mobile solutions, with or without a cage, straight or side tipping, right- or left-hand design, and so on.”

The customer is one of Sweden’s largest companies in the food industry, with a turnover of around SEK 3 billion. The order marks the beginning of a longer modernization process, and Martin Olsson aims to continue delivering more machines going forward.

“We see great potential to continuously contribute to the efficiency and safety of their production through further upgrades in the future.”

For further information, please contact:
Martin Olsson, CEO Nimo-KG, 46 (0)418-44 64 43, martin.olsson@nimo-kg.se 
Magnus Sjöbäck, Press Officer Nimo-KG, 46 (0)704-45 15 99, magnus.sjoback@greatness.se

Nimo-KG designs and manufactures machines for internal product handling. The company’s lifting and tipping equipment (widely known as the KG-lift) has turned Swedish based Nimo-KG into a household name in the food industry over the years. Each year about 200 machines are delivered to customers worldwide. For more information please visit www.nimo-kg.se/en

Nimo-KG has developed a custom-designed tipping machine for one of Europe’s largest bakery groups. The solution features a unique tipping process that differs from the company’s previous designs as it is inspired by a front loader on a tractor.

“Through creative thinking and close dialogue with the customer, we have developed a unique machine that fits the bakery’s specific production environment,” says Martin Olsson, CEO of Nimo-KG.

Animation of Nimo-KG’s custom-designed tipping machine.

The machine, which has a maximum capacity of 500 kg and a cycle time of 90 seconds, handles the emptying of a specific cart used in the factory. The cart is lifted and tipped at a 45-degree angle – a smaller angle compared to Nimo-KG’s standard solutions, where the tipping angle is usually 130 degrees. The machine is designed to meet the specific requirements of an outdoor environment with significant temperature variations from -25 to +30 degrees.

“We always ensure that our solutions are adapted to optimize both production efficiency and safety. In this case, we have integrated photocells and a secure locking system to ensure that the container is always correctly positioned and cannot be released before the tipping process begins,” says Martin Olsson, and continues:

“And that’s how we always work; over 80 percent of our solutions are designed according to the customer’s unique needs.”

Nimo-KG’s client is a Finnish distributor and machinery manufacturer, and the request came via the Skåne-based company’s Dutch sister company Backsaver. The end customer is one of Europe’s largest bakery groups, with more than 30 bakeries. The custom-designed machine is expected to be delivered to a factory in Finland at the end of November and will contribute to safe and efficient waste management on-site.

Read more: Flexibility and customisation make Nimo-KG unique

During two weeks in February, Nimo-KG received orders for no less than 300 meat trolley from several different countries. The meat trolley is one of the company’s core products that has been improved and refined since the 1970s.

“The orders came from, among others, Japan, Italy, and Finland. The customers are mainly retailers who see a greater demand for the product in general, and our trolleys in particular. We will start delivering the 300 trolleys to the end users in May,” says Martin Olsson, CEO of Nimo-KG.

Nimo-KG has been manufacturing machinery and equipment for the food and manufacturing industries since 1958, and a few years later, the first meat trolley was delivered. Today’s trolleys from Nimo-KG look somewhat different after many years of further development, and are available in several various models, sizes, and designs.

“In addition to the different standard variants, we can always design and customize the trolleys according to the customer’s specifications. No production environment is the same as another, and we know how important it is for our customers that the equipment works flawlessly and contributes to streamlining the production process.”

For Martin Olsson and his colleagues, it is unusual to receive so many orders for the same product at the same time.

“It is partly a sign that the general economic uncertainty in the manufacturing industry that has been present over the past year is beginning to ease. We see this also in the rest of our order backlog and the number of inquiries we are receiving right now.”

Read more about Nimo-KG’s range of meat trolleys

Nimo-KG has supplied six machines to an international market-leading producer of animal proteins for the food and beverage industry. The unique flexibility of the Swedish company to develop according to the customer’s wishes and needs played a crucial role when the customer updated their production line.

“The machines we have delivered are customized to handle customer-specific pots with millimeter precision and are intended to be part of a fully automated process handling, where protein is extracted from slaughterhouse bone residues. A significant part of Nimo-KG’s success relies on our expertise in designing machines and production solutions tailored to each specific customer and their unique production environment,” says Martin Olsson, CEO of Nimo-KG.

Martin Olsson, vd Nimo-KG.

Originally, the order was for two emptying machines but quickly expanded to include four customized filling stations with scales and two emptying and washing stations with an underlying screw pocket.

“When we gained insight into the customer’s needs in their production environment, it turned out that we could assist with several additional components. The task was to tailor a process step consisting of these machines in a confined space while maintaining or even increasing production efficiency. Our flexibility means being responsive to our customers, which makes us unique and contributes to our success. Our team did a very good job, which has also been appreciated by the end customer.”

The protein manufacturer is at the forefront of its sector internationally and generated approximately half a billion SEK in revenue last year. The factory where Nimo-KG’s machines have been installed is located in Sweden.

“They utilize valuable raw materials from what others see as waste, and it is always inspiring to contribute to such a production process. The fact that a major international player chooses machines and equipment from Nimo-KG demonstrates that we continue to hold a leading position in the industry,” says Martin Olsson.

Read more about Nimo-KG’s products

Nimo-KG is taking part in this year’s edition of Anuga Foodtec, one of the world’s largest meeting places for the food industry where new innovations and technical solutions are presented. Nimo-KG will be on site in Cologne together with sister company Backsaver, showcasing the single column lift SKV 300 C3 designed to streamline production regardless of the type of product.

“It is one of our best-selling machines that we have further developed over the years according to the needs and requirements encountered by our customers in various production segments, primarily related to efficiency, hygiene, and safety. Anuga Foodtec is a great opportunity for us to showcase it and our other range to a broad audience that includes all sectors within food,” says Martin Olsson, CEO of Nimo-KG.

Anuga Foodtec focuses on innovative product and technology developments within the international food and beverage industry. Nimo-KG is fundamentally a technology company with both high expertise and extensive experience in product handling and food production, making Anuga Foodtec a suitable forum.

“The goal is to meet potential end customers and resellers in the international food market, whether it’s the dairy, meat, or fish industry. It is also a valuable opportunity for us to receive feedback and suggestions from the industry. Tailored solutions and machines are our specialty, so it’s valuable to get the opinions of end users.”

Visit Nimo-KG at Anuga Foodtech in Hall 6, Booth C108, and learn more here: https://www.anugafoodtec.com/

Swedish industrial company Nimo-KG has been acquired by Dutch industry colleague van Oirschot Beheer B.V. The change of ownership will provide Nimo-KG with greater opportunities to continue growing, but will not entail any organizational adjustments, and Martin Olsson will continue as CEO of Nimo-KG.

“van Oirschot Beheer B.V. operates in the same industry, with a product range that largely complements ours. Their CEO, Bram van Oirschot is a driven business leader who has significantly grown the business in the global market since taking over the company. All parties involved, including the seller, buyer, and myself as a part-owner and CEO, are convinced that this is a solution that will benefit everyone and allow Nimo-KG to continue to grow internationally”, says Martin Olsson, CEO Nimo-KG.

Bram van Oirschot and Martin Olsson.

van Oirschot Beheer B.V. also owns van Oirschot Roestvrijstaal B.V., which was founded in 1948 and, in turn, owns the Backsaver brand. Backsaver manufactures machines for lifting and emptying all types of containers, and like Nimo-KG, Backsaver operates primarily in the food industry in several countries around the world.

“I’ve been following Nimo-KG since we began expanding our Backsaver brand from the Western European market to the global market around 2010. Since then, I’ve maintained a positive relationship with the company. Nimo-KG is a reliable and internationally well-established brand in the sector, and I admire the high level of technical knowledge and advanced technical solutions, as well as their way of outsourcing and operating the business. When I heard about the potential sale of the company, I was immediately excited and after speaking with Martin Olsson, everything progressed at high speed”, says Bram van Oirschot, CEO of van Oirschot Beheer B.V., and continues:

“Nimo-KG and Backsaver complement each other when it comes to product range. Additionally, we each have a wealth of business knowledge and channels from which both companies can benefit. Altogether, I believe there is much to be gained by NIMO-KG and Backsaver joining forces, and I’m eager to begin working with the Nimo-KG team.”

Nimo-KG is one of Europe’s leading suppliers of equipment for internal product handling. The business started in 1958 and today delivers customized solutions to customers all over the world. Nimo-KG has its origins in the small locality of Kågeröd, where the company is still based. In 1990, the company was bought by drying cabinet manufacturer Nimoverken AB, which is now selling its stake to van Oirschot Beheer B.V.

For further information, please contact:
Martin Olsson, MD Nimo-KG, 46 (0)418-44 64 43, martin.olsson@nimo-kg.se 
Magnus Sjöbäck, Press Officer Nimo-KG, 46 (0)704-45 15 99, magnus.sjoback@greatness.se