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Ever since Freerk Lode manufactured the first electro-magnetic cycle ergometer in 1952, accuracy, reliability and durability have been fundamental for further developments. Having started years ago in the small market of cardiology and pulmonary function, Lode BV has become a specialist in the complete spectrum of medical ergometry. Lode is world renowned as a manufacturer of high quality ergometers and the Lode brand stands for accuracy, durability and ergonomic design. The Lode product range varies from bicycle ergometers and treadmills to recumbent, arm and supine ergometers and ergometry software. Long-term experience in manufacturing medical equipment and continuous development to meet the changing requirements of the market, make Lode a flexible and reliable partner. Before leaving the factory all Lode ergometers are dynamically calibrated and, of course, all units are produced under the strictest quality control conditions. Lode is ISO 9001:2008, ISO 13485:2003 and FDA certified and fulfils the EU Medical Device Directive MDD 93/42/EEC. Over years of use, service costs are almost negligible. In other words:
Lode is the standard in Ergometry
13/11/2025
Next week, Lode will be present as a visitor at MEDICA in Dรผsseldorf, the leading international trade fair for medical technology and healthcare.
MEDICA is one of the worldโs largest and most influential trade fairs in the field of medical technology, bringing together manufacturers, healthcare professionals, researchers, and distributors to explore and discuss the latest innovations and solutions. Therefore, our Product specialists, R&D, Sales- and Marketing colleagues will be present at MEDICA.
Among others, our colleagues Martin, Jan Willem, Aafko, Jiska, and Laura will be on the exhibition floor on Tuesday 18 and Wednesday 19 November.
Would you like to get in touch with us during MEDICA? We would be delighted to schedule a meeting with you!
We look forward to meeting you in Dรผsseldorf.
10/11/2025
๐ New Distributor in the UAE, Oman, and Bahrain!
We are proud to welcome Zahrawi Group as our official distributor in the United Arab Emirates, Oman, and Bahrain. Zahrawi Group is a leading company in the region and will represent Lode in all four of our segments: Sports Medicine, Rehabilitation, Cardiopulmonary Exercise Testing (CPET), and Imaging.
With their extensive experience and strong presence in the medical market, we look forward to a long-lasting and successful collaboration. Together, we will continue to provide accurate, reliable, and innovative ergometry solutions that support professionals worldwide. Hereโs to many great projects and successful installations ahead!
06/11/2025
Last week, we had the pleasure of participating in the 11th edition of the conference โThe Role of Physical Exercise in Promoting Healthy Livingโ at the University of Craiova, Romania.
Together with our partner ICEMED, we presented the Lode Excalibur Sport with PFM (Pedal Force Measurement) to a diverse audience of professionals and researchers from across Europe. The Excalibur drew a lot of attention for its precision, reliability, and itโs versatility in high-performance diagnostics.
During the conference, our colleague Jiska Kempen hosted a hands-on workshop where participants explored the Wingate test on the Lode Excalibur Sport. One of the professors even took the unique opportunity to conduct a live Wingate test. It was a very interesting and engaging session with great conversations.
We look back on a successful and inspiring conference filled with valuable discussions and new connections.
A big thank you to ICEMED. It was a great collaboration, and we look forward to many more inspiring projects together.
31/10/2025
From October 31 to November 1, 2025, Lode will be present at the University of Craiova, Romania, for the 11th edition of this renowned conference focused on the role of physical exercise in promoting healthy living.
Our colleagues Aafko Roggema and Jiska Kempen will join Manuela Balan from our Romanian distributor ICEMED - Soluศii sฤnฤtoase at the Lode stand, where we will showcase the Excalibur Sport PFM.
The Excalibur Sport is designed for elite diagnostics and high-performance cycling tests, the Excalibur Sport sets the global benchmark in accuracy and reliability.
- Workload range: 10โ3000 watts
- Ideal for Wingate tests, CPET, and rehabilitation protocols
- Trusted by Olympic centers and leading universities worldwide
On Saturday, our colleague Jiska Kempen will host a hands-on workshop:
โThe Transformative Role of Modern Medical Technology in Sports Medicine โ A Hands-On Workshop with Excalibur Sport by Lodeโ
During this hands-on workshop, the Wingate test and the impact of different protocols on anaerobic performance will be explored. The session will also cover how test results and PFM data can be used to optimize training.
๐We look forward to connecting with professionals and researchers passionate about exercise physiology, rehabilitation, and medical technology.
29/10/2025
New Cardiac Rehabilitation Installation at IJN, Malaysia
We would like to congratulate Institute Jantung Negara (IJN) on their new and renovated Cardiac Rehabilitation facility, equipped with Lode Cardiac Rehabilitation Manager and HUR by Lode.
This installation, realized by our business partner in Malaysia IMM Healthcare, marks an important step in advancing cardiac rehabilitation in Southeast Asia.
The integration of the Lode Cardiac Rehabilitation Manager with HUR SmartTouch strength equipment enables efficient, safe, and personalized cardiac rehabilitation by combining aerobic and resistance training under continuous ECG monitoring.
We are proud to support IJN in their commitment to improving patient care through reliable and innovative technology.
It's great to see how the University of Florida Health (UF Health) is advancing cardiac imaging with the Lode MR Ergometer. The MR Ergometer is a specialized MRI-compatible pedal ergometer that enables safe and accurate exercise-based diagnostics directly inside the MRI.
In a recent article by Bill Levesque (UF Health), it is explained how cardiologists at UF Health are using this advanced technology to improve the detection of hypertrophic cardiomyopathy (HCM) โ a hereditary condition that affects 1 in 200 people.
The MR Ergometer enables real physical exertion during MRI imaging, eliminating the need for pharmacological stress agents. This makes it possible to observe in real time how the heart responds to exercise, offering a dynamic and detailed view that supports faster and more precise clinical decisions. Fully compatible with major MRI systems and already trusted by over 100 hospitals and diagnostic centres worldwide, the Lode MR Ergometer integrates effortlessly into existing clinical workflows. It ensures maximum patient comfort and measurement accuracy.
Weโre glad to see that the Lode MR Ergometer is contributing to such valuable cardiac research and wish UF Health continued success
Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming distributors from 14 countries to Groningen for two intensive and inspiring days of sales, marketing, and service training.
Our colleagues shared their extensive expertise through presentations and practical training. During these sessions, participants not only deepened their product knowledge and technical skills but also gained valuable insights into how our solutions are applied worldwide.
In addition, the distributors exchanged their own experiences and best practices, leading to inspiring discussions and an engaging exchange of ideas. A highlight was the LCRM setup demonstration at Beatrixoord, where participants worked on practical assignments regarding cardiac rehabilitation. Weโre proud to say that all distributors successfully completed the training!
Beyond the knowledge sessions, we also enjoyed great networking moments over lunches and dinnerโstrengthening connections and partnerships worldwide.
A big thank you to everyone involved in making these days insightful, productive, and full of energy! ๐๐
10/10/2025
We are excited to be present today and tomorrow at the Society for Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance (SCMR) Congress in Washington, DC, together with our distributor Electra-Med Corporation.
The SCMR is the leading global platform for cardiovascular imaging, and we are proud to contribute to valuable discussions and knowledge exchange within this field.
At our booth, visitors can explore the Lode MR Ergometer, designed for precise, exercise-based stress testing inside the MRI. This technology enables dynamic cardiac imaging under a controlled physical load โ offering a physiological alternative to pharmacological stress. Trusted worldwide, the MR Ergometer integrates seamlessly into existing clinical workflows.
โ On Saturday morning, we invite you to join our Breakfast Symposium: โFirst coffee, first case | Exercise-CMR: from image acquisition to analysis.โ
Reza Nezafat, PhD (Harvard Medical School & Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center) and Alexander Schulz, MD (Harvard Medical School, Boston) will share practical insights on device implementation, imaging acquisition, and data analysis using the lode MR-compatible supine ergometer.
๐ Visit our booth and meet our colleague Jan Willem from Lode or Dana from Electra-Med Corporation. They will be happy to show you the MR Ergometer and discuss how it can support your clinical or research applications.
06/10/2025
This week we will host our annual Sales & Service Distributor Training in Groningen.
We are looking forward to welcoming distributors from around the world for two days of in-depth sessions focused on knowledge sharing, sales, and service training.
This training is not only an opportunity to strengthen product expertise and practical skills, but also a valuable moment to connect, exchange experiences, and build stronger partnerships.
Together, we ensure that distributors worldwide support our customers with the same quality, reliability, and expertise that Lode stands for.
06/10/2025
We are proud to announce our new distributor in Jordan: SNAM Medical Supplies. With their strong focus on rehabilitation and CPET, they bring valuable expertise to the Jordanian market.
This partnership marks another step in strengthening our global network. We look forward to great projects and a fruitful collaboration in Jordan.
Today we celebrate the remarkable anniversary of our colleague Jon Smid, who has been part of Lode for 40 years.
We are extremely proud and grateful for his dedication and the valuable contribution he has been making to our company since 1985.
Over the past four decades, Jon has played a key role in the assembly of our ergometers, from the Corival and Angio to the Excalibur. His craftsmanship, precision, and commitment have not only contributed to the outstanding quality of our products but also form an essential part of the reliability and reputation that Lode is known for worldwide.
๐ Thank you, Jon, for all your work and dedication, then and now. Today, we put you in the spotlight!
Congratulations on this wonderful anniversary, enjoy it! ๐ฅ
18/09/2025
Our valued distributor MGC Diagnostics is present together with our colleagues Martin Hommes and Jan Willem Wisselink at the American Association of Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Rehabilitation (AACVPR) 40th Annual Meeting in West Palm Beach, Florida.
๐ Booth #215
We are here today and tomorrow to showcase how Lode's innovative and reliable ergometry solutions can enhance and support your rehabilitation programs.
So far, we have already had many inspiring conversations, valuable learnings, and promising business insights. We look forward to connecting with even more professionals in the field!
๐ค Come visit us at booth #215. We would love to meet you!
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Ever since Freerk Lode manufactured the first electro-magnetic cycle ergometer in 1952, accuracy, reliability and durability have been fundamental for further developments. Having started years ago in the small market of cardiology and pulmonary function, Lode BV has become a specialist in the complete spectrum of medical ergometry. Lode is world renowned as a manufacturer of high quality ergometers and the Lode brand stands for accuracy, durability and ergonomic design. The Lode product range varies from bicycle ergometers and treadmills to recumbent, arm and supine ergometers and ergometry software.
Long-term experience in manufacturing medical equipment and continuous development to meet the changing requirements of the market, make Lode a flexible and reliable partner. Together we can transform your specific ideas and wishes into custom-made products.
From our first creative ideas to production, we make it our priority to provide professionals with easy-to-use applications for measuring and analyzing human movement. All of our products are manufactured in our own establishment based in Groningen, The Netherlands.
Before leaving the factory all Lode ergometers are dynamically calibrated and, of course, all units are produced under the strictest quality control conditions. Lode is ISO 9001:2008, ISO 13485:2003 and FDA certified and fulfils the EU Medical Device Directive MDD 93/42/EEC. Over years of use, service costs are almost negligible.
The following timeline comprises the history of Lode as a subsidiary of its parent company Lode Holding. Each year takes you back into the meaningful moments of this organization. These all transition into how Lode has become the well-established corporation that it is today.
1946 - 1982
The founder, Freerk Lode, started Lode as a sole proprietorship in the city center of Groningen. A few years later, Lode's Instruments was established. Shortly thereafter, Lode began to develop and produce ergometers. The company was also an apparatus manufacturer with a variety of products for medical applications.
1983
Lode Holding (along with the subsidiary Lode) was founded by local shareholders and became the reestablishment of Lode's Instruments. The company moved from the city center to a business park in Groningen.
1984 - 1991
In 1984, Lode was taken over by the American multinational AH Robins Co. Being that Lode was now part of an American group, international export began. Lode also distributed products from its American sister companies in Europe. American Home Product Co., a large listed international company, bought AH Robins Co and therefore Lode as well. Lode moved to its actual location at the Zernike Science Park and settled on Zernikepark 16.
1992 - 2002
In 1992, management took over Lode and with that, Lode became an independent Dutch company again. In 1994, the quality system (for medical devices etc.) of Lode Holding became certified for the first time. Dynavit, a German manufacturer of ergometers, was taken over by Lode in 1997. Production of the Dynavit ergometer then continued in Groningen at Zernikepark 16.
2003
Lode Holding launched its own distribution company of professional medical and occupational measuring instruments for the Netherlands, namely ProCare B.V.. Both the direct sales activities of Lode in the Netherlands and the trading activities of the Koenders Group in Almere were accommodated in ProCare. ProCare organizes seminars and (certified) courses for the different target groups. Later on, ProCare also begins to offer complete technical services.
2005
In 2005, Lode Holding established 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 got expanded by 700 square meters. In 2008 Lode Holding took over Bonte Technology, a producer of treadmills. Production was then continued in Groningen. The building at Zernikepark 16, Groningen, was reopened after the expansion and the renovation of the old part of the building. This reopening was celebrated along with the 60th anniversary of Lode , the 25th anniversary of Lode Holding and the 5th anniversary of ProCare.
2009 - 2010
In 2009, Lode Holding took over aXtion. aXtion engages in innovative ICT solutions for the care and welfare sector. In 2010 aXtion moved to the building of Lode Holding in Groningen.
In 2009, Lode Holding won the Groningen Enterprise Award! The jury praised Lode Holding mainly because of its innovative and international performance.
2011 - 2013
This period was marked by several successful market introductions and a significantly growing number of collaborations with various research institutions. Additionally, a huge increase in the number of major conferences, exhibitions and internet platforms were attended within this period.
2014 - 2019
In the beginning of 2014, Lode Holding took over Biometrics Motion. Biometrics Motion was a successful company within the field of knowledge-intensive measuring equipment for biomechanical measurements, such as those that 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 were integrated into the daughter companies Lode and ProCare.
